Curriculum for

Civil Engineering
Bachelor of Engineering Program
2023

Pakistan Engineering Council

&
Higher Education Commission
Islamabad
 CURRICULUM

OF

CIVIL ENGINEERING

Bachelor of Engineering Program

2023

Pakistan Engineering Council (PEC)

&
Higher Education Commission (HEC)
Islamabad
Bachelor of Civil Engineering Curriculum (2023)

Contents

PREFACE iii

1. Engineering Curriculum Review & Development Committee (ECRDC) 1

2. ECRDC Agenda 3
3. OBE-Based Curriculum Development Framework 3
4. PDCA Approach to Curriculum Design and Development 4
5. ECRDC for Civil & Allied Engineering Disciplines 5
6. Agenda of ECRDC for Civil and Allied Engineering Disciplines 10
7. Attainment of Graduate Attribute and Professional Competencies 12
8. Mapping of Bachelors of Engineering Program with UN SDGs 18
9. Correlation Matrix PLOs-ECs-WKs-SDGs 21
10. Program Salient Features 24
11. Framework for Bachelor of Civil Engineering Curriculum 30
12. Scheme of Studies for Bachelor of Civil Engineering Curriculum 33
13. Mathematics Curriculum Review and Development for 38
Bachelor of Civil Engineering
14. Program Specific Laboratories 39
15. Courses Details and Teaching-Assessment Approaches 39
15.1 Non-Engineering Domain 40
15.2 Engineering Domain 111
16. Annexure-A 207

17. Annexure-B 210

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The curriculum, with varying definitions, is considered as a roadmap or plan of

teaching-learning process that students of an academic programme are required to
undergo. It includes objectives and learning outcomes, course contents, scheme of
studies, teaching approaches, and assessment methodologies. Since knowledge in
all fields and sectors is expanding at a faster pace and new disciplines are also
emerging; it is imperative that curricula should be dynamic having regular review
and updation.

University Grants Commission (UGC) was the authorised authority to develop,

review and revise curricula beyond Class-XII vides Section 3, Sub-Section 2 (ii),
Act of Parliament No. X of 1976 titled “Supervision of Curricula and Textbooks
and Maintenance of Standard of Education”. With the repeal of UGC Act, the
same function was assigned to the Higher Education Commission (HEC) under its
Ordinance of 2002, Section 10, Sub-Section 1 (v). In compliance with this
provision, the HEC has been undertaking the development of curricula for new/
emerging fields and revision of curricula after regular intervals through respective
National Curriculum Revision Committees (NCRCs) until 2018.

As a policy change and expanding higher education base under HEC, the
curriculum review and development task has been shifted to the respective
regulators and HEIs. PEC also having mandate under its Act of Parliament and
especially after attaining Washington Accord full signatory status and IPEA
licensing authority, took up the challenge to review and develop the curricula for
engineering programs based on Outcome-Based Education (OBE) System. PEC
has therefore constituted an Engineering Curriculum Review and Development
Committee (ECRDC) comprising of eminent engineers and professionals from
academia and industry to take up the task of curricula review and updation.
Nevertheless, the basic templates developed by HEC NCRC have been followed
as guidelines.

Under OBE based curriculum review and development framework, PEC held
national and regional levels stakeholders and industrial consultation workshops by
engaging HEIs, industry, technical and consulting organizations. The experts'
feedback and suggestions were translated into the curriculum review process
while taking into consideration of the dynamics of technological advancement,
industrial needs and management-cum-soft skills for engineering graduates.

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This curriculum document would serve as a guideline whereas allowing HEIs to

tame/ change within the framework by introducing courses in support of local/
required industrial demand as well as satisfying the revised 11 GAs (Graduate
Attributes) and 13 PCs (Professional Competency) covering core and elective
courses, considered as beauty of OBE system in the international arena. At the
same time, this curriculum framework would fulfill the purpose of meeting our
national, social and economic needs leading towards attainment of Sustainable
Development Goals (SDGs-2030).

It would also provide the level of competency specified in Pakistan Qualification

Framework to make it compatible with international educational standards.

While approving this curriculum in 10 t h meeting of ECRDC-Main,

Engr. Lt. Gen (Retd.) Javed Mahmood Bukhari (Convener) appreciated and
complemented the role of PEC by doing a great job in many endeavors. He lauded
the PEC initiatives and accomplishments being made by the current Governing
Body & Management Committee under the Leadership of Engr. Muhammad
Najeeb Haroon (Chairman PEC) and Engineering Accreditation Board (EAB)
under the Convener-ship of Engr. Dr. Niaz Ahmad Akhtar (Convener EAB/
Vice-Chairman Punjab) for promoting standards of engineering education as well
as practice of engineering for ultimate achievement to promote rapid growth in
socio-economic field of Pakistan.

He acknowledged the contribution and tangible input rendered by members/

experts of ECRDC-Main and respective discipline-wise Committees/ Sub-Groups
and continued support of Engr. Dr. Nasir Mahmood Khan ( Secretary/ Registrar-
PEC) for developing these undergraduate engineering programs curricula and
producing quality work output.

The Convener also expressed gratitude to PEC and HEC for collaborative efforts
and synergy for uplifting the standards of education particularly in engineering
field in the country. He praised the working of HEC on issuing Undergraduate
Education Policy (UEP) to be implemented from Fall-2023 for all HEIs and
Councils. In this regard, he appreciated PEC EAB working and notification of
engineering education guidelines/ framework document, evolved based on the
synthesis and mapping in the light of HEC UEP. He anticipated that these
combined efforts will continue to achieve the Sustainable Development Goals
(SDGs) of enhancing the quality of engineering education towards economic
growth at national level.

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1. Engineering Curriculum Review & Development Committee

(ECRDC)

PEC in its efforts towards quality engineering education, took up the challenge of
curriculum review and development for engineering programs after due consent
of HEC. A high-level Engineering Curriculum Review and Development
Committee (ECRDC), led by Engr. Lt. Gen (Retd.) Javed Mahmood Bukhari,
Member Governing Body/ Rector, NUST was constituted (for the term 2021-
2024), whereas other eminent members from industry and academia were
involved in the task of curricula review and updation, besides developing
curriculum for new/ emerging fields. The main responsibility of ECRDC is to
oversee the entire curriculum review and development process while setting
policies and guidelines for the subject ECRDCs working in their respective
domains. The 9th meeting of main ECRDC and first of this term, was held on
31st May 2022 at PEC Head Office Islamabad, wherein the Convener briefed the
scope, objective and ToRs of the Committee and also endorsed the subject
ECRDCs comprising of eminent engineers and professionals from academia and
industry.

1. Engr. Lt. Gen (Retd.) Javed Mahmood Bukhari Convener

Convener (ECRDC-Main)/ Member PEC Governing Body/
Rector NUST, Islamabad

2. Engr. Prof. Dr. Altaf Mukati Dy. Convener

Vice President (Academics)
SZABIST University, Karachi

3. Engr. Prof. Dr. Bhawani Shankar Chowdhry Member

Member, PEC Governing Body /
Prof. Emeritus /Advisor MUET

4. Engr. Prof. Dr. Shahid Khattak Member

Convener, Elect Engg & Allied Disciplines

5. Engr. Prof. Dr. Ehsan Ullah Khan Kakar Member

Convener, Civil Engg & Allied Disciplines

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6. Engr. Prof. Dr. Syed Mushtaq Shah Member

Convener, Mechanical Engg & Allied Disciplines

7. Engr. Prof. Dr. Amanat Ali Bhatti

Convener, Materials , Metallurgical, Mining and Petrogas Member
& Allied Disciplines

8. Engr. Prof. Dr. Naveed Ramzan Member

Convener, Chemical Engg & Allied Disciplines

9. Engr. Dr. Muhammad Ashraf Member

Convener, Agricultural Engg. & Allied Disciplines

10. Engr. Muhammad Raza Chohan Member

Convener, Common to All (Non-Engg Component)

11. Mr. Hidayatullah Kasi Member

HEC Representative

12. Engr. Dr. Nasir Mahmood Khan Secretary / Registrar, PEC

13. Engr. Niaz Ahmed Khaskheli Secretary ECRDC

Sr. Additional Registrar, EAD

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2. ECRDC Agenda

• The ECRDC is responsible to oversee the overall working of curriculum

review and development for all engineering programs in terms of strategy,
guidance & progress, and thereby submission to the relevant forum for
adoption/ notification.
• Each Member of ECRDC will also work in the capacity of Convener for
respective disciplines as mentioned against their names and as per their ToRs.

3. OBE-Based Curriculum Development Framework

Outcome Based Education (OBE) is an approach of teaching and learning that

focuses on what students should be able to attain at the end of the educational
program. OBE is a student's centered system which concerns what the
students will know and be able to do as learning outcomes. The curriculum
development under OBE is therefore an integration of graduates attributes
and stakeholders' feedback in cognizance with institution's Vision and
Mission.

Outcome Based Education (OBE) Curriculum

Development Framework

Program
Learning
Outcomes (PLOs)

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4. PDCA Approach to Curriculum Design and Development

The process of curriculum design and development constitutes various

interconnected elements with the objective of achieving the intended purpose
of the program. The Plan-Do-Check-Act approach (PDCA) as explained
below has been followed in the curriculum development and review process.

Plan. This stage begins with an analysis of the stakeholders' needs of faculty,
current and past students, employers and society in general. The stakeholders'
needs are translated into human resource terminology i.e. graduate competencies
which in turn translated into educational taxonomy and learning outcomes. Based
on the learning outcomes, curriculum is designed backward to meet PLOs.

Do. The Do plan stage is implemented where curriculum is delivered and learning
outcomes are assessed to gauge the achievement of PLOs.

Check. This stage involves the analysis of assessment results and feedback from
students and faculty. Areas for improvement are also identified during this stage.

Act. When the learning outcomes are achieved, the curriculum, learning and
teaching strategies and assessment methods are standardized. Best practices are
shared and improvement is made for the next cycle of PDCA.

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5. ECRDC for Civil & Allied Engineering Disciplines

The PEC Engineering Curriculum Review and Development Committee

(ECRDC) of Civil and Allied Engineering Disciplines took up the task to
review and update the curriculum for Bachelor of Civil Engineering degree
program. The subject Committee had seven meetings besides multiple
sessions of Sub-Groups and the concluding meeting of ECRDC (Civil
Engineering) was conducted on 11-1-2024 at PEC Head Office Islamabad.
The Committee consisted of following members:

1. Engr. Prof. Dr. Ehsan Ullah Khan Kakar Convener

Vice Chancellor, University of Loralai, Loralai

2. Engr. Prof. Dr. Aneel Kumar Member

Pro-Vice Chancellor, MUET Jamshoro

3. Engr. Syed Nafasat Raza Member

SE, Highway Department Rawalpindi

4. Engr. Azhar-ul-Islam Zafar Member

CEO, AMS Engineers & Contractors

5. Engr. Ata ur Rehman Member

DG, Small Dams Irrigation Departments KP

6. Engr. Sohail Bashir Member

COO, SAITA (Pvt.) Ltd.

7. Engr. Khalid Sultan Member

Chief Engineer, Communication & Work Highways, AJ&K

8. Engr. Rashid Ahmed Member

Chief Engineer PWD, Giligit Baltistan

9. Engr. Prof. Dr. Attaullah Shah Co-opted Member

Vice Chancellor, Karakoram International University,
Giligit Baltistan

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10. Engr. Dr. Waseem Khaliq Co-opted Member

Professor, NUST, Islamabad

11. Engr. Dr. Abdul Jabbar Sangi Co-opted Member

Professor, NED-UET, Karachi

12. Engr. Dr. Sher Jamal Khan Co-opted Member

Professor, NUST, Islamabad

13. Engr. Dr. Zubair Abu Bakar Co-opted Member

Professor, UET, Lahore

14. Engr. Dr. Majid Ali Co-opted Member

Professor, CUST, Islamabad

15. Engr. Dr. Khalid Farooq Co-opted Member

Professor, UET, Lahore

16. Engr. Dr. Imran Hafeez Co-opted Member

Professor, UET, Taxila

17. Engr. Dr. Khan Zaib Jadoon Co-opted Member

Professor, IIUI, Islamabad

18. Engr. Dr. Naveed Ahmed Co-opted Member

Professor, UET, Taxila

19. Engr. Dr. Abdul Sami Qureshi Co-opted Member

Professor, MUET, Jamshoro

20. Engr. Dr. Habib-ur- Rehman Co-opted Member

Professor, UET, Lahore

21. Engr. Prof. Dr. Abdul Sattar Shakir Co-opted Member

VC, Punjab-Tianjin University of Technology, Lahore

22. Engr. Abdul Qadeer Co-opted Member

Ex-VP, NESPAK, Islamabad

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23. Mr. Hidayatullah Kasi Co-opted Member

HEC Representative

24. Engr. Niaz Ahmed Secretary ECRDC

Sr. Additional Registrar / HoD-EAD

25. Engr. Osaf Mahmood Malik Additional Registrar, EAD

Section Head (Curriculum & Development)

26. Engr. Syed Haider Abbas Bokhari Assistant Registrar, EAD

27. Mr. Muhammad Irfan Office Superintendent-EAD

The working on curriculum development of Civil Engineering was initiated in

2022 by previous EAD team comprising of Engr. Dr. Ashfaq Ahmed Sheikh
(Sr. Additional Registrar), Engr. Ghulam Karim (Additional Registrar) and
Engr. Daniyal Hameed (Assistant Registrar). The contribution of previous as
well as current EAD team was highly acknowledged and appreciated by the
Convener ECRDC Civil and Allied Engineering Disciplines.

Sub-Group Civil Engineering (Engineering Domain)

1. Engr. Dr. Aneel Kumar Lead Sub-Group

Pro- Vice Chancellor & Professor, MUET Jamshoro

2. Engr. Dr. Abdul Jabbar Sangi Co-Lead

Professor, NED-UET, Karachi

3. Engr. Sohail Bashir Member

COO, SAITA (Pvt.) Ltd.

4. Engr. Dr. Imran Hafeez Member

Professor, UET Taxila

5. Engr. Dr. Habib-ur-Rehman Member

Professor, UET Lahore

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6. Engr. Dr. Waseem Khaliq Member

Professor, NUST, Islamabad

7. Engr. Abdul Qadeer Member

Ex-VP, NESPAK Islamabad

8. Engr. Dr. Majid Ali Member

Professor, CUST, Islamabad

9. Engr. Dr. Khan Zaib Jadoon Member

Professor, IIUI Islamabad

10. Engr. Dr. Khalid Farooq Member

Professor, UET, Lahore

11. Engr. Dr. Sher Jamal Khan Member

Professor, NUST, Islamabad

12. Engr. Dr. Munawar Iqbal Member

PPIB, Islamabad

13. Engr. Dr. Riaz Bhanbro Expert

Professor, QUEST, Nawabshah

14. Engr. Dr. Naik Muhamad Expert

Associate Professor, BUITEMS, Quetta

15. Engr. Dr. Khan Shahzada Expert

Professor, UET, Peshawar

16. Engr. Dr. Rao Arsalan Khushnood Expert

Professor, Tunneling Institute of Pakistan
CEO, Structax, Islamabad

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Sub-Group Civil Engineering (Non-Engineering Domain)

1. Engr. Dr. Abdul Sami Qureshi Lead Sub-Group

Professor, MUET Jamshoro

2. Engr. Azahr-ul-Islam Zafar Co-Lead

Member, PEC Governing Body/
CEO, AMS Engineers & Contractors

3. Engr. Syed Nafasat Raza Member

Member, PEC Governing Body/
SE, Highway Department Rawalpindi

4. Engr. Abdul Qadeer Member

Ex-VP, NESPAK Islamabad

5. Engr. Prof. Dr. Attaullah Shah Member

VC KIU, Gilgit

6. Engr. Dr Abdul Raziq Expert

Professor, BUITEMS, Quetta

7. Engr. Dr. Farrukh Arif Expert

Professor, NED, Karachi

8. Engr. Dr. Muhammad Ali Shah Expert

CES, PAEC

9. Dr. Faisal Yousafzai Expert (Mathematics)

MCE, NUST, Risalpur

The ECRDC Civil and Allied Engineering Disciplines appreciated the extra-
ordinary efforts and contribution of Engr. Prof. Dr. Ehsan Ullah Kakar
(Convener), Engr. Prof. Dr. Majid Ali (Member), Engr. Dr. Rao Arsalan
(Expert) & Engr. Osaf Mahmood Malik (Section Head Curriculum &
Development) for compilation of course contents and proof reading of this
curriculum booklet.

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6. Agenda of ECRDC for Civil and Allied Engineering Disciplines

• The Subject ECRDC will work under the overall directions and supervision
of main ECRDC comprising all Conveners.
• The key driving lines for the development of engineering curriculum for each
discipline will be the overall policy of Pakistan Engineering Council in
conjunction with international commitments (Washington Accord, IPEA
etc.) and Government / HEC policies.
• Review of polices and stakeholders' feedback for the sector(s) relevant to the
respective discipline.
• Comparative study of the curricula being offered at various engineering
universities/institutions already following the OBE-based system.
• Development and finalization of complete scheme and curriculum for
respective discipline including all aspects.

The Convener Engr. Prof. Dr. Ehsan Ullah Kakar highlighted the important
benchmarks and international best practices to be considered for the development/
revision of the curriculum while taking into account the Outcome Based Education
(OBE) system. He also suggested that the Committee comprising of professors
and experts from academia, industry and R&D institutions has provided a useful
input and suggestions covering new developments to be incorporated in the
curriculum. He also highlighted the importance of the field of emerging field for
achieving sustainable developments while addressing socio-economic issues and
challenges envisaged in SDGs-2030 (as provided below) and well mapped with
courses;

• Goal-1: No Poverty
• Goal-2: Zero Hunger
• Goal-3: Good Health and Well-being
• Goal-4: Quality Education
• Goal-5: Gender Equality
• Goal-6: Clean Water and Sanitation
• Goal-7: Affordable and Clean Energy
• Goal-8: Decent Work and Economic Growth
• Goal-9: Industrial Innovation and Infrastructure

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• Goal-10: Reduced Inequalities

• Goal-11: Sustainable Cities and Communities
• Goal-12: Responsible Consumption and Production
• Goal-13: Climate Action
• Goal-14: Life Below Water
• Goal-15: Life on Land
• Goal-16: Peace, Justice and Strong Institution
• Goal-17: Partnerships for the Goals

The curriculum therefore has been designed based upon the above SDGs
alongside their mapping strategy with program mission, objectives, learning
attributes and the scheme of study.

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7. Attainment of Graduate Attribute and Professional

Competencies

The development of an engineering professional is an ongoing process with

important identified stages. The first stage is the attainment of an accredited
educational qualification i.e., the graduate stage. The fundamental purpose of
engineering education is to build a knowledge base and attributes to enable the
graduate to continue learning and to proceed to formative development that will
develop the competence required for independent practice. The second stage,
following a period of formative development, is professional registration. The
fundamental purpose of formative development is to build on the educational base
to develop the competencies required for independent practice in which the
graduate works with engineering practitioners and progresses from an assisting
role to taking more responsibility as an individual and as a team member until
competence can be demonstrated at this level required for registration. Once
registered, the practitioner must maintain and expand competence.
The baseline for developing the curriculum of engineering program and setting the
graduate attributes are the defined set of Knowledge and Attitude Profiles
approved by International Engineering Alliance (IEA) in version 4.0.

7.1 Knowledge and Attitude Profile

In order to inculcate different dimensions of thinking mathematical,
computational, design and creativeness among students in Cognitive,
Psychomotor and Affective domains, the curriculum is designed to cover the
following 9x knowledge and attitude profiles. These profiles reflect an indicated
volume of learning and the work attitude against which graduates must be able to
perform.
• WK1: A systematic, theory-based understanding of the natural sciences
applicable to the discipline and awareness of relevant social sciences.

• WK2: Conceptually-based mathematics, numerical analysis, data analysis,

statistics and formal aspects of computer and information science to support
detailed analysis and modelling applicable to the discipline.

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• WK3: A systematic, theory-based formulation of engineering fundamentals

required in the relevant engineering discipline.

• WK4: Engineering specialist knowledge that provides theoretical

frameworks and bodies of knowledge for the accepted practice areas in the
engineering discipline; much is at the forefront of the discipline.

• WK5: Knowledge, including efficient resource use, environmental impacts,

whole-life cost, re-use of resources, net zero carbon, and similar concepts,
that supports engineering design and operations in a practice area.

• WK6: Knowledge of engineering practice (technology) in the practice areas

in the engineering discipline.

• WK7: Knowledge of the role of engineering in society and identified issues

in engineering practice in the discipline, such as the professional
responsibility of an engineer to public safety and sustainable development
(Represented by the 17 UN Sustainable Development Goals (UN-SDG).

• WK8: Engagement with selected knowledge in the current research

literature of the discipline, awareness of the power of critical thinking and
creative approaches to evaluate emerging issues.

• WK9: Ethics, inclusive behavior and conduct; Knowledge of professional

ethics, responsibilities, and norms of engineering practice. Awareness of
the need for diversity by reason of ethnicity, gender, age, physical ability,
etc. with mutual understanding and respect, and of inclusive attitudes.

7.2 Graduate Attribute Profiles (GAs)/ Program Learning Outcomes (PLOs)

Graduate attributes (GAs) form a set of individually assessable outcomes that are
the components indicative of the graduate's potential to acquire competence to
practice at the appropriate level. The graduate attributes are exemplars of the
attributes expected from a graduate of an accredited program. Graduate attributes
are clear, succinct statements of the expected capability, qualified if necessary, by
a range indication appropriate to the type of program. The GAs have been revised
in version 4.0 of IEA with distinctive change being the merger of GA-6 Engineer

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and Society; and GA-7 Environment and Sustainability as the single GA of 'The
Engineer and the World'. There are also minor changes in the statements of
revised GAs approved as version 4.0 of IEA.

The engineering curriculum is the most important instrument for grooming the
students based on 11x Graduate Attributes (GAs) encompassed under the Program
Learning Outcomes (PLOs). Program outcomes are the narrower statements that
describe what students are expected to know and be able to do at the time of
graduation. These PLOs mainly relate to the knowledge, skills and attitudes that
students acquire while progressing through the program. Specifically, it is to be
demonstrated that the students have acquired the defined GAs. The program must
demonstrate that by the time of graduation, the students have attained a certain set
of knowledge, skills and behavioral traits, at-least to some acceptable minimum
level. This minimum threshold value (i.e., KPI for PLO attainment) should not be
less than 50% even to begin with; however, as the program progresses through its
evolution, it is expected that this minimum threshold value would subsequently be
raised to higher values through program’s CQI. Specifically, it is to be
demonstrated that all students of a batch to be accredited have acquired the
following graduate attributes (GAs) set according to the revised framework of
International Engineering Alliance (IEA) version-4.0:

• PLO-1 Engineering Knowledge: Apply knowledge of mathematics,

natural science, engineering fundamentals and Engineering specialization to
the solution of complex engineering problems (WK-1-WK-4).

• PLO-2 Problem Analysis: Identify, formulate, conduct research literature,

and analyse complex Engineering problems reaching substantiated
conclusions using first principles of mathematics, natural sciences and
engineering sciences (WK-1-WK-4).

• PLO-3 Design/Development of Solutions: An ability to design solutions

for complex engineering problems and design systems, components or
processes that meet specified needs with appropriate consideration for
public health and safety, cultural, societal, and environmental
considerations (WK-5).

• PLO-4 Investigation: Conduct investigation of complex Engineering

problems using research-based knowledge and research methods, including
design of experiments, analysis and interpretation of data, and synthesis of

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information to provide valid conclusions (WK-8).

• PLO-5 Tool Usage: Create, select and apply appropriate techniques,

resources, and modern engineering and IT tools, including prediction and
modeling, to complex Engineering problems, with an understanding of the
limitations (WK-2 and WK-6).

• PLO-6 The Engineer and the World: Analyze and evaluate sustainable
development impacts to society, the economy, sustainability, health and
safety, legal frameworks, and the environment while solving complex
engineering problems (WK-1, WK-5, and WK-7).

• PLO-7 Ethics: Apply ethical principles and commit to professional ethics

and norms of engineering practice and adhere to relevant national and
international laws. Demonstrate an understanding of the need for diversity
and inclusion (WK-9).

• PLO-8 Individual and Collaborative Team Work: Function effectively as

an individual, and as a member or leader in diverse and inclusive teams and
in multi-disciplinary, face-to-face, remote and distributed settings (WK-9).

• PLO-9 Communication: Communicate effectively and inclusively on

complex engineering activities with the engineering community and with
society at large, such as being able to comprehend and write effective
reports and design documentation, and make effective presentations, taking
into account cultural, language, and learning differences (WK-1 and
WK-9).

• PLO-10 Project Management and Finance: Demonstrate knowledge and

understanding of engineering management principles and economic
decision-making and apply these to one's own work, as a member and leader
in a team, to manage projects in multidisciplinary environments (WK-2 and
WK-5).

• PLO-11 Lifelong Learning: Recognize the need for, and have the
preparation and ability for i) independent and life-long learning
ii) adaptability to new and emerging technologies and iii) critical thinking in
the broadest context of technological change (WK-8 and WK-9).

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The graduate attributes are stated generically and are applicable to all engineering
disciplines. In interpreting the statements within a disciplinary context, individual
statements may be amplified and given particular emphasis but they must neither
be altered in substance nor individual elements ignored. HEI is expected to
prepare the PLO mapping with the whole curriculum as per their OBE design.

7.3 Professional Competence Profiles

A professionally or occupationally competent person has the attributes necessary
to perform the activities within the profession or occupation to the standards
expected in independent employment or practice. The professional competence
profiles for each professional category record the elements of competence
necessary for performance that the professional is expected to be able to
demonstrate in a holistic way at the stage of attaining registration.
Professional competence can be described using a set of attributes corresponding
largely to the graduate attributes, but with different emphases. For example, at the
professional level, the ability to take responsibility in a real-life situation is
essential. Unlike the graduate attributes, professional competence is more than a
set of attributes that can be demonstrated individually. Rather, competence must
be assessed holistically. Thirteen elements of professional competence as
approved by the IEA for global benchmarking are mentioned as follows:

• EC1 Comprehend and apply universal knowledge: Comprehend and apply

advanced Engineering knowledge of the widely-applied principles
underpinning good practices.

• EC2 Comprehend and apply local knowledge: Comprehend and apply

advanced Engineering knowledge of the widely-applied principles
underpinning good practice specific to the jurisdiction of practices.

• EC3 Problem analysis: Define, investigate and analyze complex

Engineering problems using data and information technologies where
applicable.

• EC4 Design and development of solutions: Design or develop solutions to

complex Engineering problems considering a variety of perspectives and
taking account of stakeholder views.

• EC5 Evaluation: Evaluate the outcomes and impacts of complex

Engineering activities.

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• EC6 Protection of society: Recognize the foreseeable economic, social,

and environmental effects of complex Engineering activities and seek to
achieve sustainable outcomes.

• EC7 Legal, regulatory, and cultural: Meet all legal, regulatory, and
cultural requirements and protect public health and safety in the course of all
Engineering activities.

• EC8 Ethics: Conduct Engineering activities ethically.

• EC9 Manage engineering activities: Manage part or all of one or more

complex Engineering activities.

• EC10 Communication and Collaboration: Communicate and collaborate

using multiple media clearly and inclusively with a broad range of
stakeholders in the course of all Engineering activities.

• EC11 Continuing Professional Development (CPD) and Lifelong

learning: Undertake CPD activities to maintain and extend competences
and enhance the ability to adapt to emerging technologies and the ever-
changing nature of work.

• EC12 Judgement: Recognize complexity and assess alternatives in light of

competing requirements and incomplete knowledge. Exercise sound
judgement in the course of all complex Engineering activities.

• EC13 Responsibility for decisions: Be responsible for making decisions on

part or all of the complex Engineering activities.

The professional competence profiles are stated generically and are applicable to
all engineering disciplines. The application of a competence profile may require
amplification in different regulatory, disciplinary, occupational or environmental
contexts. In interpreting the statements within a particular context, individual
statements may be amplified and given particular emphasis but must not be altered
in substance or ignored.

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8. Mapping of Bachelors of Engineering Program with UN SDGs

The Engineering Programs are vital for achieving the sustainable development
while addressing socio-economic issues and challenges envisaged in United
Nation's Sustainable Development Goals i.e. UN SDGs (Figure 1) as under;

Therefore, the UN SDGs have been considered in curriculum design (Figure 2).
The Bachelors of Engineering Program may be mapped with the UN SDGs
keeping in mind its curriculum, other pre-requisites (if any) e.g. survey camp,
internship, community service etc., co- and extra- curricular activities as well as
theHEI's charter (having emphasis on the particular program). The mapping can
be done (through the key phrases in SDGs) on the basis of low, medium and/or
high emphasis as well as direct/indirect relevance. The non-exhausted list of
considered key phrases of UN SDGs for the purpose of mapping is available in
Annexure A (Note: HEI may get it shortened or lengthened as per the need of the
respective engineering program). The purpose of emphasizing the SDGs is to
(i) join hands with the Provincial/Federal government in playing their effective
role from HEI point of view and (ii) to educate/aware the student population about
the challenges of the world to be overcome in their professional careers with the
help of these UN SDGs. For mapping with curriculum, mapping may be targeted
through course description, objectives, learning outcomes, course contents and/or
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and extra- curricular activities, the nature of activities may be designed keeping in
mind the relevant SDGs. For mapping of HEI's charter (having emphasis on the
particular program) with the SDGs, the vision and mission of the HEI may be
considered.

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Bachelor of
Engineering
Curriculum
(Engg. & Non-
Engg. Courses)

As an example, the following non engineering and engineering courses have been mapped
with the UN SDGs for the guidance purpose (Annexure B) and included in course outline
section:
• Sociology for Engineers
• Reinforced Concrete Design

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9. Correlation Matrix PLOs-ECs-WKs-SDGs

A correlation matrix has been established to link Program Learning Outcomes

(PLOs) with the corresponding engineering competencies, knowledge and
attitude profiles, as well as the targeted UN Sustainable Development Goals
(SDGs) by 2030. This mapping has been developed in accordance with the revised
definitions of Graduate Attributes and Professional Competences (GAPCs)
approved in version 4.0 of the International Engineering Alliance (IEA).
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** Engineering Competencies (ECs) are expected to be demonstrated by

graduates during their practical experiences, which have been mapped with PLOs
to reflect integration in the designed curriculum.

The relationship matrix has been generically designed as a guiding framework for
HEIs and is applicable to all engineering disciplines. When interpreting the matrix
within a specific context, revisions or amplifications may be incorporated to
highlight particular emphasis or compliance with rationalized program
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10. Program Salient Features

The undergraduate engineering program has been based on the following salient
features:
• Duration: 4 years
• Number of Semesters: 8
• Total Number of Credit Hours: 130 - 136

o General Education for Engineering Discipline: Minimum 38 Credit

Hours
o Engineering Domain (including computer courses, foundation,
breadth, depth/major courses): Minimum 72 Credit Hours
o FYDP/ Capstone Project: 06 Credit Hours
o Multi-disciplinary Engineering/Specialty Courses: Minimum 06
Credit Hours
o HEIs have flexibility of 8-14 Credit Hours to add courses either in
Engineering, Non-Engineering or both Domains to fulfill the program
objectives in line with the overall Vision/ Mission of the Institute
concerned.
• Number of Weeks per Semester: 15 - 18
• Number of Credit Hours per Semester: 15 - 18

The curriculum matrix covering the defined knowledge and attitude profiles
should therefore be composed of non-engineering domain (humanities, math,
management and natural sciences), and engineering domain with Civil
Engineering, foundation, breadth, depth and multidisciplinary courses (including
safety) so that different streams could be encouraged within each discipline,
enabling students to undertake a range of Complex Problem Solving and Complex
Engineering Activities. The students may select electives from any of the streams
with guidelines from their respective advisors. The knowledge areas of Non-
Engineering and Engineering domains have been broadly mapped with 11x PLOs
and 9x WKs using the guiding framework of IEA version 4.0 in the following
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• Industrial Training: Internship of at least 6 - 8 weeks is a mandatory part of

degree requirements to be carried out during 3rd to 4th year of program; must
be supervised, monitored, evaluated, and reflected in the transcripts under a
prescribed mechanism and with defined and mapped rubrics with program
outcomes. The assessment phase should focus about;

• Selection of internship inline with elective subjects/ specific streams

• Qualifying weightage: 70%
• At least 75% attendance is mandatory 10%
• Assessment report from the employer 50%
• Evaluation at relevant HEIs/ Deptt – presentation 40%

• Final Year Design Project (FYDP)/ Capstone: FYDP aims to challenge

innovative, creative, technical, management and presentation skills of a
graduate to bring together the learning over the degree program.
• A final year design project (FYDP) is the confluence of an engineering
program. Undertaking a final year design project is a compulsory
requirement. It should mainly comprise literature search, individual analysis,
modeling and simulation, AI (Artificial Intelligence) and computational data
analytics, design of infrastructure, software, firmware and Algorithm
Engineering / Informatics related to the program to demonstrate a functional
concept including rapid prototyping, where applicable.
• The FYDP shall include complex engineering problems and design systems,
components or processes integrating core areas and meeting specific needs
with appropriate consideration for public health and safety, cultural, societal,
and environmental considerations.
• A project of this nature should invariably lead to an integration of the
knowledge and practical skills as mandated in the program outcomes. In this
context, projects of multidisciplinary nature should be encouraged.
• The FYDP should span over two consecutive semesters, i.e. semester 7 & 8,
totaling 6-credit hours and should be fully supervised, assessed and reflected
in the transcripts under a prescribed mechanism to prepare for joining
industry after graduation.
• Community Service: Community service aims to familiarize students with
solving the problems of the community on the volunteer basis.
• Any other activity deems important for any engineering discipline, e.g.
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• Faculty: The faculty must be trained for the Outcome-Based Education

(OBE) system. Their familiarity with the program objectives and outcomes,
understanding of the Outcome-Based Assessment (OBA) cycle, enthusiasm
for developing an effective program, and the ability to become an active
player towards its overall implementation are the key factors for ensuring
the attainment of program objectives. The faculty is expected to have the
ability to ensure proper implementation of the program, and develop
processes for evaluation, assessment and CQI. A formal training program to
groom the faculty should be instituted so as they become effective
instructors in applying pedagogical skills in all aspects of Teaching,
Learning and Assessment covering all domains of Knowledge, Skills and
Attitude.

• Personal Grooming: Personal Grooming of young faculty members and

students is very important in order to develop and support their professional
skills. Therefore, it is required that HEIs should conduct/arrange sessions
or counseling hours on regular basis to provide guidance for personal
grooming as it is important for positive self-image and increasing the
confidence level of the individuals. It would help in enhancing students'
self- esteem and would go a long way in developing an attractive personality
by adopting habits like personal hygiene, clothing, appearance, interaction
and expressive skills, etc. The students should be motivated and equipped to
be entrepreneurs in their relevant field.

• Presentation and Communication Skills: Special focus should be given to

inculcate communication and presentation skills amongst the graduates
through individual and group presentations, technical writing and
discussions, throughout the program as a regular feature.

This Curriculum has been designed to guide and facilitate the universities and
department to formulate their own programs according to the industrial needs,
emerging trends and recent developments in the field of Civil Engineering. The
HEIs have flexibility to incorporate changes in the proposed curriculum within
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11. Framework for Bachelor of Civil Engineering Curriculum

Elective*
Social Science
Elective***

Note: * University may offer any course within the specific broader subject
domain/ cluster to meet the given credits.
** HEC designed model courses may be used by the university.
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Advanced
Computer
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FYDP Part-I

FYDP Part-II

6-8 weeks Industrial Training (Non-Credit) &

Mandatory

Note: 1. * NC (Non-Credit) and will be offered during Summer/ Semester Break.

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12. Scheme of Studies for Bachelor of Civil Engineering Curriculum

1st Year

First Semester

(Credit Hours) Total

S. No. Course Title
Theory Lab Cr. Hrs.
1 Civil Engineering Materials 2 1 3

2 Applied Physics & Electro- Mechanical Fundamentals 2 1 3

3 Engineering Drawing 1 2 3
4 Functional English 3 0 3
5 Quantitative Reasoning-I 3 0 3
6 Applications of ICT 2 1 3
Total 13 5 18

Second Semester

(Credit Hours) Total

S. No. Course Title
Theory Lab Cr. Hrs.

1 Engineering Surveying 2 1 3
2 Geology for Engineers 2 0 2
3 Islamic Studies/ Ethics 2 0 2
4 Engineering Mechanics 2 1 3
5 Ideology and Constitution of Pakistan 2 0 2
6 Computer Programming 2 1 3
7 Quantitative Reasoning-II 3 0 3
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2 Year

Third Semester

(Credit Hours) Total

S. No. Course Title
Theory Lab Cr. Hrs.
1 Civil Engg. Drawing & Graphics 1 2 3
2 Advanced Engineering Surveying 2 1 3

3 Fluid Mechanics 2 1 3
4 Mechanics of Solids-I 2 1 3
5 Structural Analysis-I 3 0 3
6 Advanced Calculus 3 0 3
Total 13 5 18

Fourth Semester

(Credit Hours) Total

S. No. Course Title
Theory Lab Cr. Hrs.

1 Construction Engineering 2 0 2
2 Arts and Humanities Elective* 2 0 2
3 Applied Mathematics 3 0 3
4 Mechanics of Solids-II 2 1 3
5 Soil Mechanics 2 1 3
6 Social Science Elective** 2 0 2
7 Quantity & Cost Estimation 2 1 3
8 Survey Camp - - ***NC

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3rd Year

Fifth Semester

(Credit Hours) Total

S. No. Course Title
Theory Lab Cr. Hrs.
1 Numerical Analysis 3 0 3

2 Advanced Fluid Mechanics 2 1 3

3 Expository Writing 3 0 3
4 Geotechnical Engineering 3 1 4
5 Reinforced Concrete Design-I 3 1 4
Total 14 3 17

Sixth Semester

(Credit Hours) Total

S. No. Course Title
Theory Lab Cr. Hrs.

1 Reinforced Concrete Design-II 3 1 4

2 Environmental Engineering 2 1 3
3 Structural Analysis-II 3 0 3
4 Engineering Hydrology 2 1 3
5 Highway & traffic Engineering 2 0 2
6 Civics and Community Engagement 2 0 2
7 Community Service - - ***NC
8 Internship (6-8 weeks) mandatory and qualifying - - ***NC
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Final Year

Seven Semester

(Credit Hours) Total

S. No. Course Title
Theory Lab Cr. Hrs.
1 Foundation Engineering 2 0 2

2 Pavement Analysis & design 2 1 3

3 Modelling & Simulation 1 1 2

4 Hydraulics Engineering 2 1 3
5 Project Management 2 0 2
6 FYDP Part-I 0 3 3
Total 9 6 15

Eight Semester

(Credit Hours) Total

S. No. Course Title
Theory Lab Cr. Hrs.

1 Irrigation Engineering 2 1 3
2 Geoinformatics 1 1 2
3 Steel Structures 2 0 2
4 Architecture & Town Planning 2 0 2
5 Occupational Health & Safety 1 0 1
6 Entrepreneurship 2 0 2
7 FYDP Part-II 0 3 3
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Any other relevant course / language Any other relevant course decided by
decided by the HEI as per requirement the HEI as per requirement

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13. Mathematics Curriculum Review and Development for Bachelor

of Civil Engineering

Following the Higher Education Commission (HEC) UG Education Policy for

Non-Engineering Domains, the Pakistan Engineering Council (PEC) mandates
the inclusion of both Quantitative Reasoning-I and Quantitative Reasoning-II
courses in all engineering programs. As a result, an additional 2 to 3 mathematics
courses must be selected from the remaining 7 options. Given the importance of
the listed math courses in the HEC course design, the challenge lies in
strategically choosing a limited number of courses while ensuring comprehensive
coverage of essential topics. Consequently, the subcommittee for Bachelor of Civil
Engineering program faces the task of developing a syllabus that either adheres to
the original content of specified courses, combines principles from multiple
courses, or integrates unrelated courses.

The PEC Sub-Committee proposes the retention of Quantitative Reasoning-I

(QR-I) and Quantitative Reasoning-II (QR-II) as mandatory courses in
alignment with HEC requirements. The third course, titled Advanced Calculus,
is crafted by merging the principles of Calculus and Analytical Geometry with
Multivariate Calculus. This integration aims to provide a deeper understanding
of the subject by exploring topics involving both single and multiple variables.
For example, the study of limits begins with a focus on a single variable and
extends to multivariable scenarios, enhancing conceptual understanding across
both domains.

The fourth course, Applied Mathematics, strategically combines Linear

Algebra and Differential Equations while emphasizing practical applications of
mathematical principles. This integration seeks to bridge the gap between
theoretical knowledge and real-world engineering challenges, equipping students
with a robust skill set to effectively apply mathematical concepts in civil
engineering. The fifth math course, Numerical Analysis, is recommended in its
original form. Probability & Statistics is omitted from consideration as its
pertinent contents are adequately covered in QR-I and QR-II. Complex Variables
& Transforms is deemed irrelevant to the Bachelor of Civil Engineering program
and is therefore not included in the proposed curriculum.

In this regard, the contribution of all relevant members/ experts particularly

Engr. Prof. Dr. Waseem Khaliq & Dr. Faisal Yousafzai of MCE, (NUST)
Risalpur was highly acknowledged and appreciated by the ECRDC Civil & Allied
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14. Program Specific Laboratories

The following labs specific to engineering discipline be ensured to cover relevant
knowledge domains but not limited to;
• Materials and Concrete Lab
• Mechanics of Solids Lab
• Engineering Mechanics Lab
• Fluid Mechanics and Hydraulics Labs
• Hydrology Lab
• Environmental Engineering Lab
• Soil Mechanics and Geotechnical Engineering Labs
• Transportation Lab
• Drawing Hall
• Survey Store
• Computer Lab with sufficient systems having State-of-the-art each specialty
Softwares frequently used in Industry
• Project & Research Lab

15. Courses Details and Teaching-Assessment Approaches

In the following sections, Course Outlines and teaching-assessment approaches
are given for guidance based on a typical semester system. The instructors may
adopt or adapt accordingly defining CLOs, course delivery plan, innovative
teaching approaches and assessment techniques.
Suggested Teaching & Assessment Methods include Lectures (audio/video
aids), Written Assignments/ Quizzes, Tutorials, Case Studies relevant to
engineering disciplines, Semester Project, Guest Speaker, Project/Field Visits
Group discussion, Community Service, Report Writing Social Impact Review
and Social Audit of Engg Project.
Further, assessment may be carried out through Mid Term, Report writing/
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QUANTITATIVE REASONING (I)

UGE Policy V 1.1: General Education Course

Credits: 03
Pre-Requisite: Nil

DESCRIPTION
Quantitative Reasoning (I) is an introductory-level undergraduate course that
focuses on the fundamentals related to the quantitative concepts and analysis.
The course is designed to familiarize students with the basic concepts of
mathematics and statistics and to develop students' abilities to analyze and
interpret quantitative information. Through a combination of theoretical
concepts and practical exercises, this course will also enable students cultivate
their quantitative literacy and problem-solving skills while effectively
expanding their academic horizon and breadth of knowledge of their specific
major / field of study.
COURSE LEARNING OUTCOMES
By the end of this course, students will be able to:
1. Understand fundamentals of mathematics and basic statistical concepts;
2. Interpret data presented in various formats including but not limited to
tables, graphs, charts, and equations etc.
COURSE OUTLINE
1. Numerical Literacy:
• Number system and basic arithmetic operations;
• Units and their conversions, dimensions, area, perimeter and volume;
• Rates, ratios, proportions and percentages;
• Types and sources of data;
• Measurement scales;
• Tabular and graphical presentation of data;
• Quantitative reasoning exercises using number knowledge.
2. Fundamental Mathematical Concepts:
• Basics of geometry (lines, angles, circles, polygons etc.);
• Sets and their operations;
• Relations, functions, and their graphs;
• Exponents, factoring and simplifying algebraic expressions;
• Algebraic and graphical solutions of linear and quadratic equations and
inequalities;

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• Quantitative reasoning exercises using fundamental mathematical

concepts.
3. Fundamental Statistical Concepts:
• Population and sample;
• Measures of central tendency, dispersion and data interpretation;
• Rules of counting (multiplicative, permutation and combination);
• Basic probability theory;
• Introduction to random variables and their probability distributions;
• Quantitative reasoning exercises using fundamental statistical
concepts.
SUGGESTED INSTRUCTIONAL/READING MATERIALS
1. Quantitative Reasoning: Tools for Today's Informed Citizen” by Bernard
L. Madison, Lynn and Arthur Steen.
2. “Quantitative Reasoning for the Information Age” by Bernard L. Madison
and David M. Bressoud.
3. “Fundamentals of Mathematics” by Wade Ellis.
4. “Quantitative Reasoning: Thinking in Numbers” by Eric Zaslow.
5. “Thinking Clearly with Data: A Guide to Quantitative Reasoning and
Analysis” by Ethan Bueno de Mesquita and Anthony Fowler.
6. “Using and Understanding Mathematics: A Quantitative Reasoning
Approach” by Bennett, J. O., Briggs, W. L., & Badalamenti, A.
7. “Discrete Mathematics and its Applications” by Kenneth H. Rosen.
8. “Statistics for Technology: A Course in Applied Statistics” by Chatfield, C.
9. “Statistics: Unlocking the Power of Data” by Robin H. Lock, Patti Frazer
Lock, Kari Lock Morgan, and Eric F. Lock.

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QUANTITATIVE REASONING (II)

UGE Policy V1.1: General Education Course

Credits: 03
Pre-Requisite: Quantitative Reasoning (I)

DESCRIPTION
Quantitative Reasoning (II) is a sequential undergraduate course that focuses on
logical reasoning supported with mathematical and statistical concepts and
modeling / analysis techniques to equip students with analytical skills and
critical thinking abilities necessary to navigate the complexities of the modern
world. The course is designed to familiarize students with the quantitative
concepts and techniques required to interpret and analyze numerical data and to
inculcate an ability in students the logical reasoning to construct and evaluate
arguments, identify fallacies, and think systematically. Keeping the pre-
requisite course of Quantitative Reasoning (I) as its base, this course will enable
students further their quantitative, logical and critical reasoning abilities to
complement their specific major / field of study.
COURSE LEARNING OUTCOMES
By the end of this course, students will be able to:
1. Understand basic quantitative modeling and analyses;
2. Apply logical reasoning skills to solve quantitative modeling problems;
3. Evaluate quantitative information to make evidence based decisions through
appropriate computational tools.
COURSE OUTLINE
1. Logic, Logical and Critical Reasoning:
• Introduction and importance of logic;
• Inductive, deductive and abductive approaches of reasoning;
• Propositions, arguments (valid; invalid), logical connectives, truth
tables and propositional equivalences;
• Logical fallacies;
• Venn Diagrams;
• Predicates and quantifiers;
• Quantitative reasoning exercises using logical reasoning concepts and
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2. Mathematical Modeling and Analyses

• Introduction to deterministic models;
• Use of linear function for modeling in real-world situations;
• Modeling with the system of linear equations and their solutions;
• Elementary introduction to derivatives in mathematical modeling;
• Linear and exponential growth and decay models;
• Quantitative reasoning exercises using mathematical modeling.
3. Statistical Modeling and Analyses
• Introduction to probabilistic models;
• Bivariate analysis, scatter plots;
• Simple linear regression model and correlation analysis;
• Basics of estimation and confidence interval;
• Testing of hypothesis (z-test; t-test);
• Statistical inference in decision making;
• Quantitative reasoning exercises using statistical modeling.
SUGGESTED INSTRUCTIONAL/READING MATERIALS
1. “Using and Understanding Mathematics: A Quantitative Reasoning
Approach” by Bennett, J. O., Briggs, W. L., & Badalamenti, A.
2. “Discrete Mathematics and its Applications” by Kenneth H. Rosen.
3. “Discrete Mathematics with Applications” by Susanna S. Epp.
4. “Applied Mathematics for Business, Economics and Social Sciences” by
Frank S Budnick.
5. “Elementary Statistics: A Step by Step Approach” by Allan Bluman.
6. “Introductory Statistics” by Prem S. Mann.
7. “Applied Statistical Modeling” by Salvatore Babones.
8. “Barrons SAT” by Sharvon Weiner Green, M.A and Ira K.Wolf.

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ADVANCED CALCULUS

Credit Hours: 3
Pre-Requisites: Nil

DESCRIPTION
This course provides a comprehensive exploration of the geometry of Euclidean
space, coupled with a detailed study of calculus concepts and applications.
Students will investigate vector analysis, functions, limits, continuity,
differentiation, integration, and sequences and series. The course emphasizes
the geometric interpretation of mathematical concepts and their practical
applications, making it suitable for students pursuing studies in civil
engineering.
COURSE LEARNING OUTCOMES
Upon completing the course, students will be able to:
1. Analyze vectors, scalars, and vector products for spatial geometry.
2. Apply the mathematical concepts for real-life problems solving.
COURSE OUTLINE (THEORY)
1. The Geometry of Euclidean Space
• Review of vectors, scalars and vector products, equations of straight line
and plane.
2. Functions, Limit and Continuity
• Functions of single and several variables, techniques of finding limits and
continuity
• Parametric Representation of Curves
• Tangent and Normal to the curve.
3. Differentiation
• Introduction to ordinary and partial derivatives
• Chain Rule with single and several variables
• Techniques of finding ordinary derivatives as examples of related rates.
• Directional Derivatives
4. Applications of Derivatives
• Extrema of functions of single variable
• First and second derivative tests
• Optimization problems of functions of single variable
• Extrema of functions of several variables.

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• Optimization problems of functions of several variables (Lagrange

multipliers)
5. Integration
• Introduction to integration
• Properties and techniques of integration
• Definite integrals
• Double integrals
• Change of order of integration
• Triple integrals
6. Applications of Integration
• Area under and between the curves
• Volumes of solids of revolution by disk and Washer method.
• Work Done
• Moment of Inertia
7. Infinite Sequence and Series
• Power series
• Maclaurin and Taylor series and their applications.
SUGGESTED TEACHING & ASSESSMENT METHODS
Suggested Teaching Methods
Lectures (audio/video aids), Written Assignments/ Quizzes, Tutorials, Case
Studies relevant to engineering disciplines, Semester Projects, Guest Speakers,
Industrial/ Field Visits, Group discussion, Report Writing

Suggested Assessment Methods Theory

One-hour test(s)/Mid-semester exam (s), Report writing/ Presentation,
Assignments, Project Report, Quizzes, Final Term
RECOMMENDED TEXT AND REFERENCE BOOKS
1. Thomas' Calculus by George B. Thomas, Jr., Maurice D. Weir, Joel R.
Hass, Pearson, USA
2. Swokowski, Onlinick & Pence: Calculus
3. Robert T. Smith & Roland B. Minton: Calculus
4. Calculus: Early Transcendentals by James Stewart. Brooks/Cole USA
5. George B. Thomas, Jr. and Ross L. Finney, Calculus and Analytic
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APPLIED MATHEMATICS

Credit Hours: 3
Pre-Requisites: Advanced Calculus

DESCRIPTION
This course covers essential mathematical techniques for engineering
applications, beginning with the System of Linear Equations and Applications
with real-world civil engineering case studies. The Eigenvalues and
Eigenvectors explore the concepts and applications of linear algebra in
constructing curves, surfaces. Linear Programming introduces optimization
principles. Basic Concepts and Modeling covers linear/non-linear differential
equations, initial/boundary value problems. Analytical methods for first-order
ODEs, variable separable, homogeneous, exact, and linear equations are
addressed, alongside applications such as mixing problems and temperature
prediction. The subsequent section investigates the analytical methods for
second-order ODEs, covering homogeneous, non-homogeneous, and Cauchy-
Euler equations, with practical applications in earthquake modeling and bridge
collapse scenarios. The course concludes with an exploration of Laplace
Transform and its applications in solving second-order ODEs.
COURSE LEARNING OUTCOMES
Upon completion of this course, students will be able to:
1. Comprehend the basic mathematical concepts.
2. Apply the mathematical concepts for problem solving.
COURSE OUTLINE (THEORY)
1. System of Linear Equations and Applications
• Overview of the linear system of equations, Cases of unique solution, no
solution, and infinite solutions.
• Echelon form, Gauss elimination method.
• Relevant engineering case studies such as network analysis, traffic flows,
finding max stress in compound cylinders, and applications of linear
systems in force balancing of structures.
2. Eigenvalues and Eigenvectors
• Eigenvalues and eigenvectors
• Applications of linear Algebra: Constructing curves and surfaces.

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3. Linear Programming
• Introduction to linear programming, Optimization, Graphical Method,
Simplex Method, and Optimization problems in Engineering
• Transportation Model, Assignment model, Transshipment Model
4. Basic Concepts and Modeling
• Degree and order of ODEs, Linear/Non-linear differential equations, Solutions of
differential equations, Initial and Boundary value problems.
5. Analytical methods of solution for first order ODEs
• Variable separable, Homogenous equations, Solution of the related ODE models
by these methods.
• Exact equations, Integrating factor, Linear equations, and related examples,
Bernoulli Equations.
6. Mathematical Methods of Solution for First Order ODEs
• Formulation of first-order ODEs: Mixing problems and free fall motion, finding
the temperature of a building and logistic equations, etc.
7. Analytical methods of solution for second order ODEs
• Homogenous linear ODEs, Method of reduction of order, Wronskian determinant
to check independence of the solution and related examples.
• Cauchy-Euler equations and related examples, non-homogenous linear ODEs,
Method of variation of Parameters, and related examples.
8. Mathematical Methods of Solution for Second-Order ODEs
• Earthquake model of single-story building and bridge collapse problems etc.
9. Laplace Transform
• Laplace transforms, Inverse Laplace transform, shifting theorem.
• Laplace transform of derivatives, Solution of second order ODE by Laplace
transform
SUGGESTED TEACHING & ASSESSMENT METHODS
Suggested Teaching Methods
Lectures (audio/video aids), Written Assignments/ Quizzes, Tutorials, Case
Studies relevant to engineering disciplines, Semester Projects, Guest Speakers,
Industrial/ Field Visits, Group discussion, Report Writing

Suggested Assessment Methods Theory

One-hour test(s)/Mid-semester exam (s), Report writing/ Presentation,
Assignments, Project Report, Quizzes, Final Term
RECOMMENDED TEXT AND REFERENCE BOOKS
1. Introductory Linear Algebra: By Bernard Kolman and David R. Hill,
Latest Edition.

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2. Elementary Linear Algebra: By Howard Anton and Chris Rorrers, Latest

Edition.
3. Advanced Engineering Mathematics by Erwin Kreyzig, John Wiley &
Sons Inc. Latest Edition.
4. Differential Equation with Boundary Value problems by D. G. Zill, M.
R Cullen Latest Edition, Brooks/Cole Publishers.
5. A First Course on Differential Equations with Modelling Applications by
D. G. Zill, Latest Edition, Brooks/Cole Publishers.
6. An Introduction to Mathematical Modelling by Bender, E.A., Latest
Edition, Wiley, New York.

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NUMERICAL ANALYSIS

Credit Hours: 3
Pre-Requisites: Nil

DESCRIPTION
This course provides a concise exploration of essential topics in numerical
analysis with a focus on practical applications in engineering. Topics include
error analysis, interpolation methods, numerical differentiation and integration
techniques, solutions for linear systems, iterative methods for linear and
nonlinear equations, numerical methods for solving initial and boundary value
problems, computing eigenvalues, and optimization methods. Relevant
engineering case studies are integrated throughout, offering students a robust
understanding of numerical methods and their application in solving real-world
engineering problems.
COURSE LEARNING OUTCOMES
Upon completion of this comprehensive numerical analysis course, students
will be able to:
1. Apply numerical methods for the solutions of linear/nonlinear equations
2. Identify the function from the numerical data to find the best fit curve
3. Computing eigenvalues and delve into numerical optimization techniques,
with practical applications illustrated through case studies
COURSE OUTLINE (THEORY)
1. Error Analysis and Interpolation
• Error analysis, Types of error, Sources of error, Norms of vectors and
matrices
• Interpolation: Newton forward and backward difference formula for
interpolation, Central difference interpolation formulae, Lagrange's
interpolation, Error in interpolation, Relevant engineering case studies
2. Numerical Differentiation and Integration
• Derivation of numerical differentiation of first order and second order
derivatives using two points and three points along with its application in
engineering
• Numerical integration: Trapezoidal rule, Simpson's rules, Composite
Trapezoidal Simpson Rules and Romberg integration, Applications of
numerical in engineering, Relevant case studies

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3. Methods of solution a system of Linear Equations

• Solution of system of linear algebraic equations, Gauss elimination
method, LU factorization
• Applications of these methods in engineering disciplines, Relevant case
studies
4. Iterative Methods for Linear and Nonlinear Equations
• Numerical Solution of nonlinear equations: Bisection method, Newton's
method, Secant method
• Solution of system of linear equations by Jacobi and Gauss Seidel.
Applications of these methods in engineering disciplines, Relevant case
studies
5. Numerical Methods for IVPs
• Euler's method and its variations.
• Runge-Kutta methods of order 2 and 4.
• Linear multistep methods, Numerical solution of system of ODEs
• Applications in engineering: Some relevant case studies
6. Numerical Methods for Computing Eigenvalues
• Eigenvalues and Eigenvectors of matrix: power method,
• Inverse power method.
• Applications of eigenvalues in civil engineering.
7. Numerical Optimization
• Unconstrained Optimization,
• Lagrange Multipliers,
• Method of steepest descent
• Applications of optimization in civil engineering

SUGGESTED TEACHING & ASSESSMENT METHODS

Suggested Teaching Methods
Lectures (audio/video aids), Written Assignments/ Quizzes, Tutorials, Case
Studies relevant to engineering disciplines, Semester Projects, Guest Speakers,
Industrial/ Field Visits, Group discussion, Report Writing

Suggested Assessment Methods Theory

One-hour test(s)/Mid-semester exam (s), Report writing/ Presentation,
Assignments, Project Report, Quizzes, Final Term

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RECOMMENDED TEXT AND REFERENCE BOOKS

1. Numerical Analysis: By Richard L. Burden, J. Douglas Faires, (Latest
Edition).
2. Numerical Methods for Scientists and Engineers by R.W. Hamming (Latest
Edition).
3. Numerical Methods for Engineers by Steven C. Chapra and R. P. Canale
(Latest Edition).

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APPLIED PHYSICS AND ELECTRO-MECHANICAL

FUNDAMENTALS

Credit Hours: 2+1=3

Pre-Requisites: Nil

DESCRIPTION
This course equips the students with the applied concepts of Applied Physics and
Electro-Mechanical Fundamentals. By the course completion, students would
have developed a good understanding of the fundamentals covering vectors,
applied mechanics, electro-statics, waves and oscillations, electrical elements
and circuits, relevant electronics in Civil Engineering testing, thermodynamics,
HVAC, and renewable energy systems.
COURSE LEARNING OUTCOMES
Upon completion of this comprehensive course, students will be able to:
1. UNDERSTAND concepts related to basic physics and electro-mechanical
engineering.
2. APPLY fundament concepts of physics and electro-mechanical
engineering.

COURSE OUTLINE (THEORY)

1. Vectors:
• Review of vectors
• Ordinary Differentiation of Vector, Gradient of Scaler field
• Divergence and Curl of Vector Field
• Line and Surface Integrals with applications
2. Mechanics:
• Newton's Laws and their Applications (Simple Accelerometer, Banked
Curve, and Rotor)
• Frictional Forces and determination of Co-efficient of Friction, Work-
Energy Theorem, applications of the law of Conservation of Energy
• Angular Momentum
• Centre of Mass of two particles, many particles, and Solid Object
• Rotational Inertia of Solid Bodies
3. Waves and Oscillations:
• Simple Harmonic Oscillator, Damped Harmonic Oscillation

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• Forced Oscillation, and Resonance, Types of Waves, and Superposition

Principle
• Wave Speed on a stretched string
• Wave equation, Energy & Power of a Wave
4. Modern Physics
• Planck's explanations of Black Body Radiation Photoelectric Effect
• Compton Effect
• De-Broglie Hypothesis
• Electron Microscope, Atomic structure, X-rays, and Moseley's Law
• Atomic Nucleus and Properties of Nucleus
• Radioactive Decay and Radioactive Dating, Radiation Detection
Instruments, Nuclear Reactions
5. Electrical Elements and Circuits (Demonstrative / Labs)
• Review of electric current, voltage, power, and energy
• Ohm's law, inductance, capacitance
• AC single and poly-phase system
• DC machines, AC synchronous machines, AC induction machines,
transformers converting machines.
• Brief introduction to motors and generators
6. Electronics (Demonstrative / Labs)
• Electronic strain gauges and transducers
• LDTs and LVDTs
• Diode transistor and simple rectifier circuit.
• Electrical know-how related to experimental design instruments like
corrosion rate measurements.
7. Thermodynamics (Demonstrative / Labs)
• Review of Laws of Thermodynamics covering fundamentals of heat
transfer, conduction, convection, and radiation.
• Thermal conductivity, specific heat, and overall heat transfer coefficients
8. Heating, Ventilation and Air Conditioning (HVAC)
• Introduction to HVAC components.
• Heating and cooling load and its calculations
• Comfort charts and outline of air-conditioning systems

LABS/ PRACTICALS
The course labs/practicals should be defined and synchronized with the course
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SUGGESTED TEACHING & ASSESSMENT METHODS

Suggested Teaching Methods
Lecturing
Laboratory Demonstration
Laboratory Experiments
Written Assignments
Guest Speaker
Industrial/Field Visits
Suggested Assessment Methods Theory
One-hour test(s)/Mid-semester exam (s)
Quiz tests, Assignments, Lab Assessments, Project Reports/Term
Paper/Presentations/Case Studies relevant to civil engineering discipline
Final Exam
RECOMMENDED TEXT AND REFERENCE BOOKS
1. Physics, By: Halliday, Resnick & Krane, Edition: 10th Edition (or latest
edition).
2. University Physics, BY: Hugh D. Young and R.A. Freedman, (latest
edition).
3. Physics for Scientist & Engineers, by Serway, Jewett (latest edition).
4. Basic Electrical Engineering by Del Toro, Prentice Hall (latest edition).
5. Basic Electrical Technology by T.K. Nagasarkar & Suhkija, (latest
edition).
6. Theraja, B.L. Electrical Technology, S. Chand publishing (latest edition).

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15.2 Engineering Domain

COMPUTER PROGRAMMING

Credit Hours: 2+1=3

Pre-Requisites: Nil

DESCRIPTION
To give students a detailed understanding of learning computer languages and
Microsoft Office. To develop skills of computer programming and its
applications in elementary civil engineering problems.
COURSE LEARNING OUTCOMES
By the end of this course, students will be able to:
1. DESCRIBE basic concepts of computer programming.
2. ANALYZE computing problems related to civil engineering and choose the
best possible solution
3. DEVELOP computer programs involving arithmetic operations,
input/output statements, decision-making statements, loops and functions.
COURSE OUTLINE (THEORY)
1. Computational Thinking
2. Introduction to programming & PYTHON/Matlab/Octave
3. Numeric, String and List
4. PYTHON/Matlab/Octave variables
5. Scripts files
6. Functions and Files
7. Opening Excel/MAT/text files
8. Programming with PYTHON/Matlab/Octave
9. Syntax
10. Algorithms
11. Flow charts
12. Conditional operations
13. Loops structures
14. Advance Plotting and Model Building
15. 2D plotting, 3D plotting and Advance 3D plotting
16. Symbolic Processing

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17. Numerical Methods for Calculus and Differential Equations in

PYTHON/Matlab/Octave
18. Engineering Problems
19. Introduction to MS/Libre Office with advanced applications of MS
Excel/Libre Calc
COURSE OUTLINE (PRACTICAL)
• Introduction (Computer hardware and components, Numbers System,
Conversion between bases).
• MS Office.
• Introduction (Integers, Unsigned Integers, Signed Integers, Number
Representations and Ranges, ASCII Codes, Algorithms and Flowcharts).
• Introduction to C++ language & Input/output, Operators, Selection.
• Loop (For, while and do-while loops).
• Functions in C++ language.
• Arrays and Strings.
• Introduction to PYTHON/Matlab/Octave.
SUGGESTED TEACHING & ASSESSMENT METHODS
Suggested Teaching Methods
• Lecturing
• Laboratory Demonstration
• Written Assignments
• Guest Speaker
Suggested Assessment Methods Theorey
• One hour test(s)/Mid-term
• Quiz tests, Assignments, Project Reports/Term Paper/Presentations
• Final Exam
Suggested Assessment Methods Practicals
• In Lab assessment through rubrics
• Post lab assessment through rubrics
• Laboratory Report/Manual
• Laboratory Quiz
• Final Viva Voce Examination
RECOMMENDED TEXT AND REFERENCE BOOKS
URLS for book and quick guide:
1. Recommended Book (online interactive book + downloadable notebook

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CIVIL ENGINEERING DRAWING & GRAPHICS

Credit Hours: 1+2=3

Pre-Requisites: Engineering Drawing

DESCRIPTION
This course will give students a detailed understanding of architectural and civil
engineering drawings. The course will provide detailed guidance on the working
drawings related to civil engineering projects. Emphasis will be placed on using
the frequently used software in industry as well as emerging software to ensure
the industry needs.
COURSE LEARNING OUTCOMES
At the end of the course, the students will be able to:
1. DESCRIBE different perspective (functions) of latest version of CAD.
2. EXPLAIN drawing related to different civil engineering projects.
3. PRODUCE civil engineering drawings using CAD software and REVIT
tools.
COURSE OUTLINE (THEORY)
1. Introduction to Auto Cad, Contour Plan, Infrastructure layout, and
Site Plan
• General introduction to Auto Cad for civil engineering drawings
• Auto Cad different commands of latest version
• 2D and 3D drawings
• General notes
• Contour plan
• Infrastructure layout
• Site plan
2. Architectural Details of a Simple Two Storied Building
• Broad prospective about architectural details
• General notes
• Ground floor plan
• First floor plan
• Roof and mumty plan
• Elevations
• Longitudinal and transverse sections
3. Structural Details of a Simple Two Storied Framed RCC Building
• Broad prospective about structural RCC details

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• General notes
• Foundation plan and related details
• Framing of plinth beams and related details
• Framing of floor beams and related details
• Framing of roof and mumty beams and related details
• Slab reinforcement layout
• Misc. details (stair case and water tank)
• Structural details of boundary wall
4. Plumbing and Electrical Details of a Simple Two Storied Building
• Broad prospective about plumbing and electrical details
• General notes for plumbing details
• External water supply and sewerage layout
• Internal water supply and sewerage layout (all plans)
• General notes for electrical details
• Electrification for all plans
5. Structural Details of Steel Roof Truss
• Broad prospective about structural steel details
• General notes
• Framing plan
• Truss elevation
• Member cross-sections and connection details
6. Drawings and Detailing of Hydraulic and Drainage Structures
• Broad prospective about hydraulic and drainage structural details
• General notes
• Layout plan
• Sectional details
7. Drawings and Detailing of Highway and Motor way
• Broad prospective about highway and motorway structural details
• General notes
• Layout plan
• Sectional details
8. Introduction to Building Information Modeling (BIM)
• Different functions of BIM tools, e.g. REVIT etc.
• 2D and 3D drawings
• Architectural drawings in REVIT
COURSE OUTLINE (PRACTICALS)
The following practicals may be carried out for the course.
1. Introduction to auto cad, auto cad practice, contour plan, infrastructure
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2. Architectural details of a simple two storied building.

3. Structural details of a simple two storied framed RCC building.
4. Plumbing and electrical details of a simple two storied building.
5. Structural details of steel roof truss.
6. Drawings of hydraulic and drainage structures.
7. Drawings of highway and motorway.
8. BIM (Architectural drawings in REVIT)

SUGGESTED TEACHING & ASSESSMENT METHODS

Suggested Teaching Methods
• Lecturing
• Laboratory Demonstration
• Guest Speaker
• Field Visits
Suggested Assessment Methods - Theory
• One hour test(s)/Mid-term
• Quiz tests, Assignments, Project Reports/Term Paper/Presentations with
emphasis on PBL/CEP/DP/OEL etc.
• Final Exam
Suggested Assessment Methods - Practical
• Laboratory Participation
• Laboratory Report/Manual (Drawing Volume)
• Laboratory Quiz / Viva Voce / Midterm / Final Term

RECOMMENDED TEXT AND REFERENCE BOOKS

1. M. Chakarborti, Civil Engineering Drawing, UBS Publications, (Latest
Edition).
2. Gurcharan Singh, Civil Engineering Drawing, (Latest Edition). Malik
Book Dept., Lahore
3. Mastering AutoCAD 2017 and AutoCAD LT 2017 by George Omura with
Brian Benton, (latest edition), 2016.
4. Boughton, B. Reinforced Concrete Detailer's Manual (Reference Book),
HarperCollins, Publishers Ltd. London

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CIVIL ENGINEERING MATERIALS

Credit Hours: 2+1=3

Pre-Requisites: Nil

DESCRIPTION
This course will give students a detailed understanding of materials commonly
employed in civil engineering and construction (steel, aggregates, Portland
cement, concrete, masonry, asphalt and asphalt mixtures, wood, Ceramics, and
composites) including their methods of manufacture, evaluation of their
physical and mechanical properties, and life-cycle impact. The course will
provide detailed guidance on material preparation (e.g. material manufacture
and concrete and asphalt mix design) and material testing that are commonly
employed in the construction and civil engineering disciplines. Emphasis will be
placed on selection criteria, design, applications and proper use of these
materials.
COURSE LEARNING OUTCOMES
By the end of this course, students will be able to:
1. EXPLAIN various properties of construction materials.
2. CHOOSE/APPLY appropriate constructional materials for various uses.
3. ANALYZE physical and mechanical properties of various materials.

COURSE OUTLINE (THEORY)

1. Materials and their Properties
• Introduction of materials
• onstruction materials
• Physical, mechanical, and chemical properties
• Electrical and thermal properties
2. Binding Materials (Cement and Lime)
• Introduction and manufacture of Ordinary Portland Cement
• Constituents of cement
• Types of cement and their use
• Properties and field tests of cement
• Special cements
• Introduction and preparation of lime
• Setting and hardening of lime
• Applications of lime

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• Comparison (cost and characteristics) of lime and cement

3. Fine & Coarse Aggregates and Stones
• Definition and introduction of aggregates
• Mechanical and physical properties of aggregates
• Importance and methods of grading of aggregates
• Introduction, types, applications, characteristics of good building stones
• Artificial stones
4. Cementitious materials
• Introduction and methods of preparation of paste
• Properties and application of paste
• Introduction and methods of preparation of mortars
• Properties and application of mortars
• Introduction about concrete
• Components and manufacture of concrete, properties of concrete
• Types of concrete
5. Metals (Steel and Aluminum)
• Introduction to steel
• Mechanical and physical properties of steel
• Application of steel in civil engineering projects
• Introduction to aluminum
• Mechanical and physical properties of aluminum
• Application of aluminum in civil engineering projects
6. Ceramics, Bricks and Blocks
• History and evolution of ceramics
• Manufacture of ceramics
• Properties and applications of ceramics in buildings
• History and evolution of bricks
• Properties and applications of bricks
• Dimensions, manufacture and classification of bricks
• History and evolution of blocks
• Properties and applications of blocks
• Dimensions, manufacture and classification of blocks
7. Glass and Wood
• Constituents of glass and methods of manufacture.
• Types, use and significance of glass in civil engineering
• Advantages and drawbacks of glass
• Structure of tree and general characteristics
• Types, seasoning and preservation of wood
• Lamination of wood

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9. Miscellaneous Construction Materials

• Asbestos, Plaster of Paris, Abrasives
• Rubber, Cork, Plastics
• Paint
• Thermometry and acoustics
• Bamboo
• Natural, artificial, and steel fibers
• Modern Materials (Fiber reinforced polymer etc.)
COURSE OUTLINE (PRACTICALS)
The following practicals may be carried out for the course.
1. To determine consistency, initial and final setting time of various samples of
cement and then to discuss the results.
2. To determine the hydraulic properties of lime.
3. To determine different densities of coarse aggregate.
4. To carry out sieve analysis of various samples of coarse aggregates, draw
gradation curves for those and to discuss its effects on the properties of
concrete.
5. To determine different densities of fine aggregate.
6. To carry out sieve analysis of various samples of fine aggregates, draw
gradation curves for those and to discuss its effects on the properties of
concrete.
7. To determine the compressive strength of mortar with various mix ratios.
8. To determine water absorption of bricks and to discuss the results.
9. To determine compressive strength of bricks and to discuss the results.
10. To identify various types of wood samples by observation
11. To determine flexural strength of provided samples of timber.
SUGGESTED TEACHING & ASSESSMENT METHODS
Suggested Teaching Methods
• Lecturing
• Laboratory Demonstration
• Written Assignments
• Guest Speaker
• Field Visits

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Suggested Assessment Methods Theory

• One hour test(s)/Mid-term
• Quiz tests, Assignments, Project Reports/Term Paper/Presentations
• Final Exam
• Suggested Assessment Methods Practicals
• Laboratory Participation
• Laboratory Report/Manual
• Laboratory Quiz /Viva Voce

RECOMMENDED TEXT AND REFERENCE BOOKS

1. Edward Allen, Joseph Iano, (2019), Fundamental of Building Construction
Materials and Methods, 7th Edition (or latest), John Wiley & Sons. NY.
2. Eva Kultermann and William P. Spence, Construction, Materials,
Methods, and Techniques, Building for a sustainable future (2022), 5th
Edition (or latest), Cengage Learning, Inc.
3. William F., Smith, (2009), Foundation of Materials Science &
Engineering, 5th Edition (or latest), McGraw Hill.
4. Duggal, S. K, (2010), Building Materials, New Age International.
5. David R. H. Jones and Michael F. Ashby, Engineering Materials 1, An
Introduction to Properties, Applications and Design (2019), 5th Edition (or
latest), Butterworth-Heinemann publishing.

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ENGINEERING DRAWING

Credit Hours: 1+2=3

Pre-Requisites: Nil

DESCRIPTION
This course will give students a detailed understanding of basic drawing
concepts as well as simple architectural and civil engineering drawings. The
course will provide detailed guidance on the manual drawing concepts keeping
in mind the load bearing masonry structures. Emphasis will be placed on
developing the drawing skills of the students.

COURSE LEARNING OUTCOMES

At the end of the course, the students will be able to:
1. EXPLAIN fundamental concepts of engineering drawing for simple
objects/structures.
2. Manually DEVELOP drawings of simple objects / load bearing structures.
COURSE OUTLINE (THEORY)
1. Introduction to Engineering Drawing and Types of Civil Engineering
Drawings
• Drawing, sketch, painting and map
• Drawing instruments and their use
• Type of drawing lines and appropriate uses
• General rules for drawing lines
• Gothic lettering
• Dimensioning
• Planning of a drawing sheet
• Drawing types with respect to technicality (Survey plan, contour plan,
geotechnical plan, infrastructures drawing, architectural drawing,
structural drawing, plumbing drawing, electrical drawing, HVAC
drawing)
• Drawing types with respect to project execution (Proposals/PC-1 drawing,
Submission /Tender drawing, Working /Construction drawing,
Completion /As-built drawing.
2. Conceptual Drawings and Projection system
• Conceptual drawing
• Projection system and its variables

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• Classification of projections
• Perspective and parallel projections
• Oblique projection
• Axonometric projection (isometric projection)
• Orthographic projections (First-angle and third-angle projection) and their
comparison
• Importance of line types and rules
• Glass box concept and six principle views
• Comparison between isometric and orthographic views
• Sections, Details behind the cutting plane, Parts not sectioned
• Scaling
3. Architectural Plan, Elevation and Section of a Simple Building (House)
• Architectural views (Plan, elevation and section) of a simple building
• General terminologies and symbols including schedule of opening
• Architectural design of a house
• Seismic requirement for architectural design
• General notes
4. Structural Details of a Simple Building (House)
• Foundation plan
• Plinth plan
• Lintel plan
• Slab plan
• Cross-sectional details of foundation, columns, vertical stiffeners, plinth
band, lintel band, lintels, beams and slabs
• General notes
5. Architectural and Structural Details of Boundary Wall and Staircase
(House)
• Plan, elevation and section of a boundary wall
• Structural design considerations
• Simple staircase and its components terminology
• Architectural details of a simple stair
• Structural details of a simple stair
• Types of stairs
6. Structural Details of Water Tank for House
• Base slab
• Top slab
• Section
• Sump pit detail
• Cover detail
• General notes

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7. Plumbing, sanitation, and Roof Drainage Plan of a Simple Building

(House)
• Typical water supply system
• Water and waste water removal system
• Roof drainage slopes
• Standard Plumbing symbols
• General notes
8. Electrical and HVAC Drawings of a Simple Buildings (House)
• Typical layout of electrification
• Symbols used for electrical layout
• Typical layout of HVAC
• Symbols used for HVAC layout
• General notes
COURSE OUTLINE (PRACTICALS)
The following practicals may be carried out for the course.
1. Border line / margin, title box, gothic lettering, isometric views,
orthographic views (first and third angles) and sections.
2. Architectural plan, elevation and section of a simple building (house).
3. Structural details of a simple building (house).
4. Architectural and structural details of a boundary wall.
5. Architectural and structural details of stair case in a house.
6. Structural details of a water tank for house.
7. Plumbing, sanitation, and roof drainage plan of a simple building (house).
8. Electrical and HVAC drawings of a simple building (house).

SUGGESTED TEACHING & ASSESSMENT METHODS

Suggested Teaching Methods
• Lecturing
• Laboratory Demonstration
• Guest Speaker
• Field Visits
Suggested Assessment Methods - Theory
• One hour test(s)/Mid-term
• Quiz tests, Assignments, Project Reports/ Term Paper/ Presentations with
emphasis on PBL/ CEP/ DP/ OEL etc.
• Final Exam

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Suggested Assessment Methods - Practicals

• Laboratory Participation
• Laboratory Report/Manual (Drawing Volume)
• Laboratory Quiz / Viva Voce / Midterm / Final Term
RECOMMENDED TEXT AND REFERENCE BOOKS
1. Horchsel R. P; Engineering Drawing and Geometry, John Willy & Sons,
2nd Edition, 2002.
2. Jensen C.H and Mason F. H. S “Drafting Fundamentals”, McGraw Hill,
5th Edition.
3. N. D. Bhatt; Engineering Drawing, 50th Edition (2010), Charotar Book
Stall
4. Parkinson, A. C. A First Year Engineering Drawing. English language
Book Society. Reprint 1964.
5. Basics of Engineering Drawing by Dr. Zahid Ahmed Siddiqi, 2016

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ENGINEERING SURVEYING

Credit Hours: 2+1=3

Pre-Requisites: Nil

DESCRIPTION
The main purpose of the course is to enable students to understand theory and
practice of land surveying. This course is also aimed to enable students in
reading and preparing surveying maps and to develop their skills to use modern
survey instruments.
COURSE LEARNING OUTCOMES
By the end of this course, students will be able to:
1. EXPLAIN basic surveying techniques used for surveying and leveling.
2. PREPARE maps and plans, contour maps, profiles, cross- sections, etc.
using surveying techniques.
3. OPERATE various survey equipment for measurements with required
accuracy.
COURSE OUTLINE (THEORY)
1. Introduction
• Introduction to land surveying, Definitions of basic surveying terms
branches and their application, Instruments used
2. Survey Techniques
• Distance measurement techniques, Compass survey, and Theodolite survey
3. Traversing and triangulation
• Method of Running Traverses with Theodolite, Traverse computations,
Transformation of Co-ordinates, Omitted Measurements, Triangulation,
Classification of triangulation systems
4. Leveling and Contouring
• Methods and types of levels, precise leveling, Tacheometry and
trigonometrical levelling, Methods and applications of contouring
5. Computations and Plotting
• Maps and plans, plotting, contour maps, profiles, cross-sections,
prismoidal formula, Computation of areas and volumes by various
methods, Computations of area and volumes by graphical analysis and use
of surveying software

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COURSE OUTLINE (PRACTICALS)

The following practicals may be carried out for the course.
1. Introduction to basic surveying instruments
2. Measurement of distances with linear instruments, Chain Surveying and
plotting
3. Compass Traversing and plotting
4. Plane Table surveying by radiation and Intersection methods.
5. Two Points Problem, Three Points Problem
6. Introduction to level and Level adjustments by two-peg method
7. Profile leveling
8. Cross-Sectioning and plotting
SUGGESTED TEACHING & ASSESSMENT METHODS
Suggested Teaching Methods
• Lecturing
• Laboratory Demonstration
• Written Assignments
• Guest Speaker
• Field Visits
Suggested Assessment Methods Theory
• One hour test(s)/Mid-term
• Quiz tests, Assignments, Project Reports/Term Paper/Presentations
• Final Exam
Suggested Assessment Methods Practicals
• In Lab assessment through rubrics
• Post lab assessment through rubrics
• Laboratory Report/Manual
• Final Viva Voce Examination
RECOMMENDED TEXT AND REFERENCE BOOKS
1. Surveying Theory and Practice, R.E. Davis, 7th Edition
2. Wolf P. R. & Ghilani C. D., (2004), Elementary Surveying – An
introduction to Geomatics, 11th Edition, Prentice Hall, USA.
3. Thomas, M. Lillesand & Ralph W. Kiefer, (2005), Remote Sensing and
Images Interpretation, 5th edition, John Wiley & Sons, Inc.
4. Kavanagh Barry, (2010), Surveying with Construction Applications, 7th
Edition, Pearsons Education.
5. Surveying and Leveling by “T.P Kanetkar & S.V. Kulkarni” Part I and II

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MECHANICS OF SOLIDS-I

Credit Hours: 3+1=4

Pre-Requisites: Engineering Mechanics

DESCRIPTION
This course equips students with fundamental knowledge of strength of
materials, enhancing their skills in selecting appropriate materials for Civil
Engineering applications. The theoretical component covers topics such as
uniaxial stress and strain, relationships between elastic constants, material
response under different loading conditions, bending theory, deflections of
beams, torsion, and stress and strain transformations. The practical component
includes hands-on activities such as assessing the compressive and tensile
strength of concrete and determining tensile and shear strength of mild steel bar.
COURSE LEARNING OUTCOMES
By the end of this course, students will be able to:
1. DISCUSS the behavior of members (bars, beams) subjected to different sets
of loading and states of stresses.
2. SOLVE problems related to biaxial state of stresses
3. PRACTICE experiments to study the material response under different sets
of loadings
COURSE OUTLINE (THEORY)
1. Stress, Strain and Mechanical Properties of Materials
• Uniaxial state of stress and strain
• Relationships between elastic Constants
• Response of materials under different sets of monotonic loading (including
impact)
• Normal and shearing stress and strains
• Distribution of direct stresses on uniform and non-uniform members
• Thermal stresses and strains
2. Bending Theory
• Shear Force and Bending Moment Diagrams
• Relationship between load, shear force and bending moment
• Theory of bending
• Moment of resistance and section modulus
• Bending and shearing stress distribution in beams
• Stresses in composite sections

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3. Deflections of Beams
• Curvature, slope and deflection of beams using integration methods
4. Theory of Torsion
• Theory of torsion of solids and hollow circular shafts
• Shearing stress distribution, angle of twist, strength and stiffness of shaft
5. Stress and Strain Transformations
• Biaxial state of stresses
• Resolution of stresses
• Principal plane, principal stresses and strains,
• Graphical representation of stress and strains, Mohr's circle of stresses
and strains
COURSE OUTLINE (PRACTICALS)
The following practical exercises may be taken up for the course.
1. Determination of the compressive strength of cement.
2. Determination of tensile strength of cement.
3. Determination of yield strength, ultimate strength, rupture strength and
percentage elongation of mild steel bar.
4. To perform the Izod Impact Test for the given metals.
5. Determination of the modulus of elasticity of the material of the given
rectangular beam.
6. Determination of the modulus of rigidity of the material of the given
specimen with circular cross-section.
SUGGESTED TEACHING & ASSESSMENT METHODS
Suggested Teaching Methods
• Lectures (audio/video aids)
• Written Assignments/ Quizzes
• Tutorials
• Case Studies relevant to engg disciplines
• Semester Project
• Guest Speaker
• Industrial/ Field Visits
• Group discussion
• Report Writing
Suggested Assessment Methods Theory
• Mid Term
• Report writing/ Presentation
• Assignments
• Project Report

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• Quizzes
• Final Term
Suggested Assessment Methods Practicals
• Laboratory Participation
• Laboratory Report/Manual
• Laboratory Quiz /Viva Voce
RECOMMENDED TEXT AND REFERENCE BOOKS
1. Pytel, A. & F. L.Singer, Strength of Material, Harper & Row Publishers,
New York.
2. Hibbler, R. C., Mechanics of Materials, Prentice Hall, 10th Edition
3. Warnock, F. V., Benham, P. P., Mechanics of Solids and Strength of
Materials, Pitman Publishing, 1970.
4. James M. Gere & Barry. J. Goodno, Mechanics of Materials, 7th Edition,
2008, CL Engineering
5. James M. Gere Mechanics of Materials, 8th Edition.

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STRUCTURAL ANALYSIS-I

Credit Hours: 3+0=3

Pre-Requisites: Engineering Mechanics

DESCRIPTION
This course provides a comprehensive understanding of structural analysis
principles and their vital role in the design process. The course commences with
an introduction to structural analysis, covering types of structures, structure
idealization, and loads. Also, it addresses key concepts like redundancy and
stability. Subsequent modules delve into the analysis of determinate pin-jointed
structures and rigid jointed plane frames, exploring joint and section analysis, as
well as graphical techniques for shear and moment. The curriculum extends to
analyzing structures under moving loads, emphasizing influence lines for
reactions and member forces. The course further explores three-hinged arches,
cables, and suspension bridges, employing techniques like moment area and
Castigliano's second theorem. Students develop analytical skills for assessing
determinate structural members in static and dynamic conditions.
COURSE LEARNING OUTCOMES
By the end of this course, students will be able to:
1. DESCRIBE various methods of analysis for determinate structures.
2. APPLY methods of analysis on determinate structures.
3. ANALYZE the beam and girders under the application of moving loads.
COURSE OUTLINE (THEORY)
1. Introduction to Structural Analysis
• Types of structures
• Structure idealization and loads
• Redundancy and stability of structures
2. Analysis of Determinate Pin-Jointed Structures
• Methods of joint
• Methods of sections
• Methods of moment and
• Shear graphical method
3. Analysis of Statically Determinate Rigid Jointed Plane Frames
• Axial force diagram
• Shear force diagram
• Bending moment diagram

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4. Moving Loads
• Influence lines for reactions
• Shear force and bending moment in statically determinate beams and
paneled girders
• Influence lines for member forces in pin jointed frames
• Calculation of maximum stress function (reaction, shear, bending moment,
axial force) in these structures
5. Three Hinged Arches, Cables and Suspension Bridges
• Rotation and deflection of beams by moment area
• Method Conjugate beam method
• Castigliano's second theorem
• Rotation and deflection of plane trusses and frames
• Principle of virtual work, unit load method, graphical method

SUGGESTED TEACHING & ASSESSMENT METHODS

Suggested Teaching Methods
Lectures (audio/video aids)
Written Assignments/ Quizzes
Tutorials
Case Studies relevant to engg disciplines
Semester Project
Guest Speaker
Industrial/ Field Visits
Group discussion
Report Writing
Suggested Assessment Methods Theory
Mid Term
Report writing/ Presentation
Assignments
Project Report
Quizzes
Final Term

RECOMMENDED TEXT AND REFERENCE BOOKS

1. R. C. Hibbler, Structural Analysis, Prentice Hall, 9th Edition (2016).
2. Wang, C. K., (1984), Intermediate Structural Analysis, McGraw-Hill
Education - Europe.
3. K. M. LEET & Chia-Ming Uang, Fundamentals Structural Analysis rentice
Hall, 7th Edition, 2009.

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4. H. H. West, Fundamentals of Structural Analysis, John Willey-New York,

2nd Edition, 2002.
5. N.J. Alexender Chajes, Structural Analysis, Prentice Hall, 3rd Edition, 1995.W. J.
Spencer, Fundamental Structural Analysis, Palgrave MacMillon, 1988 New York,
Inc.

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SOIL MECHANICS

Credit Hours: 2+1=3

Pre-Requisites: Nil

DESCRIPTION
This course offers a detailed insight into fundamental engineering concepts of
soil behavior, emphasizing its physical and index properties. It covers basic
geotechnical properties for soil classification using various systems. It also
describes interaction between water and soil, and the in-situ stresses with the
impact of static and flowing water. Additionally, the course analysis soil
compaction mechanisms, and consolidation process. The course also provides
practical methods for quantifying the related parameters.
COURSE LEARNING OUTCOMES
By the end of this course, students will be able to:
1. EXPLAIN fundamental engineering concepts of soil's behavior based on its
physical and index properties, and classification of soil.
2. DESCRIBE interaction between water and soil and the effects of static
versus flowing water on soil's behavior, and in-situ stresses.
3. ANALYZE compaction and its mechanism, and process of consolidation in
soils.
4. PRACTICE laboratory testing to determine index properties of soil, flow of
water through soil, and compaction and consolidation parameters of soil
COURSE OUTLINE (THEORY)
1. Introduction
• Introduction to soil mechanics and geotechnical engineering
• Significance of geotechnical engineering
• Soil formation, transportation, sorting, and deposition
• Types of soil deposits and their properties
• Soil types, soil structure and clay minerals.
2. Index and Physical Properties
• Basic physical and index properties of soil
• Water content, void ratio, porosity, degree of saturation, air voids, unit
weights, specific gravity etc.
• Phase relationships, and numerical examples
• Particle size and shapes, sieve Analysis, hydrometer Analysis.
• Consistency and various states of fine-grained soils

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• Atterberg's limits
• Related numerical examples
3. Soil Classification Systems
• Importance of soil classification
• Grain size distribution, gradation curves and interpretation
• Soil classification systems: Textural classification system, AASHTO soil
classification system, Unified soil classification system, and description
of their subgroups.
• Related numerical examples.
4. Permeability and Seepage
• Permeability and Seepage
• Darcy's law
• Factors affecting permeability.
• Laboratory and filed determination of permeability.
• Capillary action and its effects in soils
• Seepage force
• Introduction to flow net
• Quicksand condition and sand boiling
• Related numerical examples.
5. In-Situ Stresses
• Stress condition in soil: effective and neutral stresses, stresses in
saturated soils with upward and downward seepages
6. Compaction of Soils
• Compaction of soils
• Fundamentals of compaction
• Standard and modified Proctor compaction tests
• Moisture density relationship
• Compaction standards
• Factor effecting compaction.
• Field control and measurement of in situ density and field compaction.
• Numerical examples and assignments.
7. Consolidation of Soils
• Consolidation of soils
• Mechanics of consolidation
• Theory of one-dimensional consolidation, related assumptions, and
validity
• Oedometer test and graphical representation of data
• Compression index and co-efficient of compressibility
• Time factor, coefficient of volume change and degree of consolidation
• Primary and secondary consolidation

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• Normal and pre-consolidated soils

• Related numerical examples.
COURSE OUTLINE (PRACTICALS)
The following practical may be carried out for the course.
1. To determine moisture content of soil in laboratory
2. To determine specific gravity of fine-grained soils in the laboratory
3. To determine particle size distribution of soils using sieve and hydrometer
analyses.
4. To determine Atterberg's consistency limits of soils
5. To determine laboratory compaction characteristics of soils using standard
and modified Proctor compaction test procedures
6. To determine in-place/in-situ/field density of soils
7. To determine permeability of soils using standard constant head and falling
head permeability tests
8. To determine consolidation characteristics of soils using oedometer test
apparatus
SUGGESTED TEACHING & ASSESSMENT METHODS
Suggested Teaching Methods
Lecturing
Laboratory Demonstration
Written Assignments
Guest Speaker
Field Visits
Suggested Assessment Methods Theory
One hour test(s)/Mid-term
Quiz tests, Assignments, Project Reports/Term Paper/Presentations
Final Exam
Suggested Assessment Methods Practical
Laboratory Participation
Laboratory Report/Manual
Laboratory Quiz /Viva Voce
RECOMMENDED TEXT AND REFERENCE BOOKS
1. Braja M. Das (2020), Principles of Geotechnical Engineering, 10th Ed,
Cengage Learning, Inc. USA.
2. Braja M. Das, (2020), Advanced Soil Mechanics, 5th Ed, CRC Press, 734
pp.
3. Craig, R. F. (2019). Craig's Soil Mechanics, 9th Ed., CRC Press, 654 pp.

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4. Holtz and Kovac (2012), An Introduction to Geotechnical Engineering,

Latest Edition, Prentice Hall.
5. Doland P. Coduto (1999/Latest Edition), Geotechnical Engineering-Principles and
Practices, Prentice-Hall, Upper Saddle River, NJ 07 458.
6. Bowles J. E. (1984). Physical and Geotechnical properties of Soils, 2nd Ed.,
McGraw-Hill, New York, 578 pp.

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FLUID MECHANICS

Credit Hours: 2+1=3

Pre-Requisites: Nil

DESCRIPTION
This course will enable students to learn basics of fluid mechanics for civil
engineering applications including properties of fluids, fluid statics, forces on
immersed bodies, fluid kinematics, hydrodynamics, flow measuring devices in
pipes and open channels. An introduction will be given to the basic principles of
fluid mechanics in stationary fluids and in motion.
The course will provide detailed guidance on enable students to perform various
experiments in Fluid Mechanics laboratory.
COURSE LEARNING OUTCOMES
By the end of this course, students will be able to:
1. DESCRIBE the physical properties of fluids.
2. COMPUTE pressure and center of pressure on submerged surfaces and the
stability of floating and submerged bodies.
3. ANALYZE pipe flow problems using continuity and energy equations.
4. COMPUTE discharge in open channels having uniform flow and pressure
in pipes using their measurement devices.
5. DESCRIBE theory and results of experiments related to Fluid Mechanics.

COURSE OUTLINE (THEORY)

1. Introduction
• Solids and fluids (liquids and gases) Units and dimensions
• Physical properties of fluids; density, specific weight, specific volume,
specific gravity, surface tension, compressibility
• Viscosity and its measurement Newton's equation of viscosity,
Hydrostatics
• Kinematics Hydrodynamics Hydraulics
2. Fluid Statics
• Pressure intensity and pressure head, Pressure and specific weight
relationship, Absolute and gauge pressure Measurement of pressure
• Piezometer, manometer, Pressure transducers
• Differential manometer and Borden gauge

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3. Forces on Immersed Bodies

• Forces on submerged planes & curved surfaces and their applications
• Buoyancy and floatation
• Equilibrium of floating and submerged bodies
4. Fluid Kinematics
• Steady and unsteady flow
• Laminar and turbulent flow
• Uniform and non-uniform flow
• Path lines, streamlines and stream tubes
• Velocity and discharge
• Control volume
• Equation of continuity for compressible and incompressible fluids
5. Hydrodynamics
• Different forms of energy in a flowing liquid
• Bernoulli's equation and its application
• Energy line and Hydraulic Gradient Line
• Introduction to density currents, free and forced vortex
• Forces on pressure conduits, Reducers and bends
• Forces on stationary and moving plates / blades
• Torques in rotating machines
6. Flow Measurement
• Orifices and mouthpieces, sharp-crested weirs and notches, Pitot tube and
pitot static tube
• Venturimeter, orificemeter
7. Steady Flow through Pipes
• Darcy-Weisbach equation for head losses in pipe lines
• Hydraulic grade lines and energy lines
• Pipes in series and parallel
• Transmission of energy through pipes
• Introduction to computer aided analysis of pipe networks
8. Uniform Flow in Open Channels
• Chezy's and Manning's equations, Bazin's and Kutter's equations
• Most economical rectangular and trapezoidal sections
COURSE OUTLINE (PRACTICALS)
The following practicals may be carried out for the course.
• To prepare layout plan of Fluid Mechanics Laboratory.
• To measure the physical properties of a liquid (oil).
• To determine the meta-centric height of a floating body (model of a ship)
and to locate position of center of buoyancy, metacenter and center of
gravity.
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centre of pressure.
• To verify the Bernoulli's theorem in the laboratory.
• To determine the coefficient of discharge for a Venturi meter.
• To determine the coefficient of discharge for Rectangular and V-Notches.
• To determine the hydraulic coefficients for various types of orifices.
SUGGESTED TEACHING & ASSESSMENT METHODS
Suggested Teaching Methods
Lecturing
Laboratory Demonstration
Written Assignments
Guest Speaker
Field Visits
Suggested Assessment Methods Theory
One hour test(s)/Mid-term
Quiz tests, Assignments, Project Reports/Term Paper/Presentations
Final Exam
Suggested Assessment Methods Practicals
Laboratory Participation
Laboratory Report/Manual
Laboratory Quiz /Viva Voce
RECOMMENDED TEXT AND REFERENCE BOOKS
1. Daugherty, R. L., J. B. Franzini and Fenimore, Fluid Mechanics with
Engineering Application, McGraw-Hill New York (Latest Edition)
2. Monson Young, Fundamentals of Fluid Mechanics, (Latest Edition)
3. Douglus, Fluid Mechanics, McGraw-Hill Inc.
4. Jack P. Fundamentals of Fluid Mechanics, McGraw-Hill Inc.
5. Merle Potter, Mechanics of Fluid, CL- Engineering (2011)

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ENGINEERING MECHANICS

Credit Hours: 2+1=3

Pre-Requisites: Nil

DESCRIPTION
This course is setup to introduce students with basic concepts of Engineering
mechanics based on equilibrium, principles and application of forces,
calculation of resultants, geometrical properties related to different shapes and
their application in Civil Engineering. Further to this an introduction to simple
dynamics is given to the students
COURSE LEARNING OUTCOMES
By the end of this course, students will be able to:
1 Understand concepts of engineering mechanics
2 Application of engineering mechanics to civil engineering problems
3 Practice the concepts of engineering mechanics
COURSE OUTLINE (THEORY)
Course Contents:
1. Basic Concepts
• Concepts of space, time, mass, velocity, acceleration and force
• Scalar and vector quantities
• Newton's law of motion
• Law of gravitation
2. System of Forces
• Resultant and resolution of co-planer forces using parallelogram, triangle &
• Polygon law and funicular polygon
• Simple cases of resultant and resolution of forces in space
• Conditions of equilibrium of co-planar forces, analytical and graphical
• Formulations
3. Equilibrium of Rigid Bodies
• Free body concept, conditions of support and attachment to other bodies
• Support reactions under different types of loading
• Introduction to shear force and bending moment diagrams
• Degree of restraint and static determinacy
• Statically determinate problems especially of civil engineering importance,
• Equilibrium of two-force and three-force bodies

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4. Kinematics
• Work, energy and power
• Virtual work formulation of equilibrium of coplanar force
• Potential energy, energy criterion for equilibrium, stability of equilibrium,
• application to simple cases
5. Rigid Bodies
• Geometrical properties of plane areas
• First moment of area, centroid, second moment of area, principal axes,
polar
• Second moment of area and radius of gyration
6. Friction
• Coulomb's theory of friction
• Problems involving friction on flat and curved surfaces
7. Application of Principles of Dynamics
• Rectilinear and curvilinear motion
• Newton's equation of motion, dynamic equilibrium
• Introduction to practical use of the above principles and properties.

COURSE OUTLINE (PRACTICALS)

The following practicals may be carried out for the course.
• To determine the surface area and volume of steel cabinet and woodencube
in CGS, MKS, FPS and SI system of units.
• To determine center of gravity (centroid) of various objects by analytical
solution.
and experimental Observations.
• To verify the principle of moments.
• To measure centrifugal force.
• To measure moment of inertia of disc moving down the inclined plane.
• To determine the reaction of a simply supported beam by Experimental
Observation (using spring balances), Analytical Solution (using condition
of equilibrium) and Graphical Solution (using Funicular Polygon).
• To find the forces in the tie and jib of a jib crane.
• To verify the laws of friction between various surfaces and to find out the
coefficient of friction.
• To determine the tension in various points of a hanging rope loaded at
different points.

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SUGGESTED TEACHING & ASSESSMENT METHODS

Suggested Teaching Methods
• Lectures (audio/video aids),
• Written assignments/Quizzes,
• Tutorials,
• Case Studies relevant to Engg. disciplines,
• Semester project,
• Guest speaker,
• Industrial/Field visits,
• Group discussion,
• Report Writing.
Suggested Assessment Methods Theory
• Mid-term exam,
• Report writing/ Presentation,
• Assignment,
• Project report,
• Quizzes,
• Final term exam/ assessment.

RECOMMENDED TEXT AND REFERENCE BOOKS

1. S. Franco, "Electric Circuits Fundamentals", Oxford University Press,
(Latest Edition).
2. R E Thomas, A J Rosa and G J Toussaint, "The Analysis and Design of
Linear Circuits" John Wiley, 6th Edition, 2009
3. C Alexander and M Sadiku, "Fundamentals of Electric Circuits", McGraw-
Hill, 4th Edition, 2008
4. J D Irwin and R M Nelms, "Basic Engineering Circuit Analysis", Wiley,
9th Edition, 2008
5. W Hayt, J Kemmerly and S Durbin, "Engineering Circuit Analysis",
McGraw- Hill, 7th Edition, 2007.

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ADVANCED ENGINEERING SURVEYING

Credit Hours: 2+1=3

Pre-Requisites: Nil

DESCRIPTION
The course objective is to acquire knowledge of control surveys and their use in
advanced branches of surveying. The course will enable the students to apply
principles of surveying and modern tools in related field problems.
COURSE LEARNING OUTCOMES
By the end of this course, students will be able to:
1. CALCULATE various types of curves
2. CARRY OUT construction, control hydrographic surveys, field
astronomy, photogrammetry and GPS surveys
3. COMMIT to individual or group survey task as a leader or member
expressing team spirit and inspiring Conduct
COURSE OUTLINE (THEORY)
1. Highway and Railway Curves
• Circular curves, deflections and chord calculations, Setting out circular
curves by various methods, Compound curves, reverse, vertical, parabolic
curves, Computation of high or low point on a vertical curve, Design
considerations, spiral curves, spiral curve computations, Approximate
solution for spiral problems, super elevations
2. Construction Surveys
• Introduction, horizontal and vertical control, Buildings, rail roads, Route
surveys, Pipeline and other construction surveys
3. Control Surveys
• Geodesy universal transverse Mercator grid system, Modified transverse
Mercator grid system, Lambert projection, Computations for lambert
projection
4. Hydrographic Surveys
• Objectives of hydrographic survey and electronic charting, Vertical
control, depth and tidal measurements, Position fixing techniques,
Sounding plan, horizontal control
5. Field Astronomy
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6. Photogrammetry
• Introduction, Application of aerial and terrestrial photogrammetry,
Stereoscopy
7. Tunnel Surveying
• Introduction, Surface Alignment, Setting out from Ends, Transferring
Alignment Underground, Use of gyroscope
COURSE OUTLINE (PRACTICALS)
1. Study and Use of advanced surveying equipment, Theodolite Traversing,
Contouring
2. Simple Curve. Compound Curve, Transition Curve, Operation of Total
Station, Operation of GPS.
3. Advance surveying instruments
4. Theodolite instruments
5. Setting out a Simple curve
6. Setting out a Compound curve
7. Setting out a Transition curve
8. Total station
9. Electronic distance measurement (EDM)
10. GPS
SUGGESTED TEACHING & ASSESSMENT METHODS
Suggested Teaching Methods
• Lecturing
• Laboratory Demonstration
• Written Assignments
• Guest Speaker
• Field Visits
Suggested Assessment Methods Theory
• One hour test(s)/Mid-term
• Quiz tests, Assignments, Project Reports/Term Paper/Presentations
• Final Exam
Suggested Assessment Methods Practicals
• In Lab assessment through rubrics
• Post lab assessment through rubrics
• Laboratory Report/Manual
• Final Viva Voce Examination

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RECOMMENDED TEXT AND REFERENCE BOOKS

1. Surveying Theory and Practice, R.E. Davis, 7th Edition
2. Wolf P. R. & Ghilani C. D., (2004), Elementary Surveying – An
introduction to Geomatics, 11th Edition, Prentice Hall, USA.
3. Thomas, M. Lillesand & Ralph W. Kiefer, (2005), Remote Sensing and
Images Interpretation, 5th edition, John Wiley & Sons, Inc.
4. Kavanagh Barry, (2010), Surveying with Construction Applications, 7th
Edition, Pearsons Education.
5. Surveying and Leveling by “T.P Kanetkar & S.V. Kulkarni” Part I and II

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ADVANCED FLUID MECHANICS

Credit Hours: 2+1=3

Pre-Requisites: Fluid Mechanics

DESCRIPTION
This course will give students a detailed understanding of basic fluid mechanics
principles, differential form of continuity equation, flow nets, solution of pipe
flow problems in laminar and turbulent flow, analysis of dynamics forces acting
on fully immersed bodies in the fluids, impulse momentum principle and its
applications. The course will provide detailed guidance on hydraulic working of
various types of turbines and pumps. Students will be able to use a software to
design the turbines.
COURSE LEARNING OUTCOMES
By the end of this course, students will be able to:
1. Analyze the pipe flow problems to formulate solutions based on laminar and
turbulent flow regimes.
2. Analyze the working of hydraulic machines for an effective design of water
supply and hydropower schemes.
3. Solve open channel flow problems by using uniform flow equations.
4. Demonstrate basic principles of fluid mechanics by carrying out
experiments.
COURSE OUTLINE (THEORY)
1. Hydrodynamics Review
• Ideal and real fluids
• Differential equation of continuity
• Rotational and irrational flow
• Stream function and velocity potential function
• Brief description of flow fields
• Orthogonality of stream lines and equipotential lines
• Flow net and its limitations
• Different methods of drawing flow net.
2. Steady Flow through Pipes
• Laminar and turbulent flow in circular pipes, semi empirical theories of
turbulence
• General equation for friction
• Velocity profile in circular pipes, pipe roughness

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• Nukuradse's experiments
• Darcy-Weisbach Equation
• Friction Factor and Moody's diagrams
• Pipe flow problems
• Minor losses
• Branching pipes
3. Flow around immersed bodies
• Lift and drag force
• Boundary layer along smooth flat plate
• Thickness of boundary layer, shear stresses and velocity distributions
• Types of boundary layers (laminar, turbulent and laminar and turbulent)
• Friction drag coefficient
4. Impact of Jets
• Impulse momentum principle
• Force of jet on stationary flat and curved plates
• Force of jet on moving flat and curved plates
• Forces on plumbing fittings
5. Water Turbines
• Types of turbines
• Impulse and reaction turbines
• Momentum equation applied to turbines
• Specific speed
• Turbine characteristic curves
• cavitation and operation
6. Centrifugal Pumps
• Types
• Classifications
• Construction features, operation and efficiencies
• Maximum suction lift
• Specific speed and characteristic curves
7. Reciprocating Pumps
• Types
• Construction features
• Single acting and Double acting Reciprocating pumps
• Coefficient of discharge and slip of the pump
• Sum of heads in single acting reciprocating pumps
8. Introduction to related software
• Trbnpro software application

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COURSE OUTLINE (PRACTICALS)

1. To measure the head loss in a pipe of uniform diameter and to investigate
the critical Reynolds Number, relationship between hydraulic gradient and
velocity of flow and relationship between friction factor and Reynolds
Number.
2. To verify the 'Impulse Momentum Principle' for a jet of water striking on
90o, 120o & 180o deflectors and to investigate the effect of velocity of flow
on impulse force of the jet for various deflectors.
3. To make the study of the 'Pelton Wheel' and 'Turgo Impulse Turbine.
4. To perform experiment on Pelton Wheel and hence to plot its characteristic
curves.
5. To make the study of Francis Reaction Turbine.
6. To make the study of Double Stage Centrifugal Pump.
7. To perform experiment on “Double Stage Centrifugal Pump” and hence to
plot its Characteristic Curves.
8. To perform experiment on the “Double Acting Reciprocal Pump” and to
determine co-efficient of discharge and Slip of the Pump.
SUGGESTED TEACHING & ASSESSMENT METHODS
Suggested Teaching Methods
• Lecturing
• Laboratory Demonstration
• Written Assignments
• Guest Speaker
• Field Visits
Suggested Assessment Methods Theorey
• One hour test(s)/Mid-term
• Quiz tests, Assignments, Project Reports/Term Paper/Presentations
• Final Exam
Suggested Assessment Methods Practicals
• Laboratory Participation
• Laboratory Report/Manual
• Laboratory Quiz /Viva Voce
RECOMMENDED TEXT AND REFERENCE BOOKS
1. Daugherty, R. L. Franzini B. & Finnemore E. J., Fluid Mechanics, McGraw
Hill Book Co. (Latest Edition)
2. Douglus, Fluid Mechanics, McGraw-Hill Inc. (Latest Edition)
3. Jack P., Fundamentals of Fluid Mechanics , McGraw-Hill Inc. (Latest Edition)
4. Merle Potter, Mechanics of Fluid, CL- Engineering (2011)

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REINFORCED CONCRETE DESIGN-I

Credit Hours: 3+1 = 4

Pre-Requisites: Nil

DESCRIPTION
The purpose of this course is to provide students with a thorough understanding
of the design of reinforced concrete buildings/structures with particular
emphasis on using the locally available steel rebars and concrete. Topics
covered will include: Properties, Application and Testing of Plain Concrete,
Basic Principles for Reinforced Concrete design, design of beams and slabs for
flexure and shear; detailing of flexural and shear reinforcement; behaviour of
reinforced concrete members under combined flexure and axial load; design of
short columns; as well as detailing of steel for bond & development length and
laps & splices, with focus on local practices.

COURSE LEARNING OUTCOMES

By the end of this course, students will be able to:
1. ILLUSTRATE various properties of concrete.
2. DESIGN various structural reinforced concrete elements.
3. PRACTICE experiments on concrete for suitable use.

COURSE OUTLINE (THEORY)

1. Plain Concrete (Properties, Application and Testing)
• Concrete constituent material and its mechanical properties
• Properties of freshly mixed concrete
• Durability aspects and factors contributing towards durability
• Creep and shrinkage of concrete
• Mix design and quality control
• Additives and admixtures
• Air entrainment
• Lightweight concrete
• Hot and cold weather concrete
• Precast concrete with special reference to cement concrete blocks
• Determination of fundamental structural properties of concrete and non-
destructive testing (NDT)
2. Reinforced Concrete (Basic Principles, Working Stress and Ultimate
Strength Method)
• Basic principles of reinforced concrete design and associated assumptions

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behavior of reinforced concrete members in flexure, design philosophy,

design codes, factor of safety and load factors, prevailing methods of design
of reinforced concrete members.
• Working stress method, serviceability criteria and checks for deflection,
crack width, and crack spacing, Importance of working stress method
related to pre-stress.
• Ultimate strength method, analysis of prismatic and non-prismatic sections
in flexure, compatibility-based analysis of sections and code requirements
for flexure
3. Structural Framing and Load Calculations of a Simple Structure for
Gravity Design
• Structural framing
• Load calculations, types of basic loads, service and factored load
combinations
• Load distribution and calculations for slabs, beams, columns and footings
4. Slab Analysis and Design for Gravity Loading
• One-way solid and ribbed slabs
• Two-way solid slabs using coefficient method
• General discussion on other slab systems
• Design detailing
5. Beam Analysis and Design for Gravity Loading
• Flexure analysis and design of beams (singly, doubly, rectangle section,
T/L sections, simple span, one end and both end continuous)
• Shear analysis and design of beams
• Design detailing
6. Columns
• Analysis of sections in pure compression,
• Design of short columns under pure compression and with eccentric
loading,
• Design detailing
• Footings
• Isolated footings
• Structural design of simple rectangular footing and combined footing.
• Design detailing
7. Steel Detailing (Bond, Anchorage & Development Length)
• Design and detailing for bond, anchorage, development length, laps and
splices

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COURSE OUTLINE (PRACTICALS)

The following practicals may be carried out for the course.
• To study the compressive strength of concrete using cube and cylinder.
• To prepare mix design for various strengths of concrete.
• To find workability of concrete using slump cone method, compacting
factor method, VeBe time method.
• To study the effect of w/c ratio on the strength of concrete.
• To study effect of aggregate/cement ratio of workability and compressive
strength of concrete.
• To determine the strength of concrete using core extraction and to discuss
the results from control cylindrical samples.
• To study the ultrasonic pulse velocity test and Schmidt hammer test on
hardened concrete.
• To study the behaviour of balanced reinforced, under-reinforced and over-
reinforced concrete flexural members.
• To study the behaviour of shear deficient flexural members.
• To study the permeability of concrete samples with various mix ratio.
SUGGESTED TEACHING & ASSESSMENT METHODS
Suggested Teaching Methods
Lecturing
Laboratory Demonstration
Written Assignments
Guest Speaker
Field Visits
Suggested Assessment Methods Theorey
One hour test(s)/Mid-semester Exam (s)
Quiz tests, Assignments, Project Reports/Term Paper/Presentations
Final Exam
Suggested Assessment Methods Practicals
Laboratory Participation
Laboratory Report/Manual
Laboratory Quiz /Viva Voce
RECOMMENDED TEXT AND REFERENCE BOOKS
1. David Darwin, Charles Dolan, Arthur Nilson, (2016) Design of Concrete
Structures. 15th (or latest) Edition., McGraw-Hill.
2. James K Wight and James G. Macgregor, Reinforced design: Mechanics
and design, (2011), 6th (or latest) Edition.

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3. M. Neville, (2011), Properties of Concrete, 5th edition, John Wiley.

4. Hassoun, M. N. & Al-Manaseer, A, (2015), Structural Concrete: Theory
and Design, 7th (or latest) Edition.
5. Chu-Kia Wang, Charles G. Salmon, José A. Pincheira, (2017), Reinforced
Concrete Design, Wiley; 8th (or latest) Edition.
6. N.V.Nayak & A.K.Jain, Handbook on Advanced Concrete Technology.
7. Concrete Structures, Part-I, 3rd (or latest) Edition, by Zahid Ahmed
Siddiqi, 2016.

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ENVIRONMENTAL ENGINEERING

Credit Hours: 2+1=3

Pre-Requisites: Nil

DESCRIPTION
This course will introduce the concept of environmental pollution,
contamination and its sources particularly in context to water. The course will
elaborate principles of water treatment applied to the design and
implementation of water supply schemes.
COURSE LEARNING OUTCOMES
By the end of this course, students will be able to:
1. EXPLAIN various concepts of water treatment and wastewater treatment
2. APPLY appropriate processes for water pollution control
3. ANALYZE physical and chemical unit operations of water treatment
COURSE OUTLINE (THEORY)
1. Introduction
• Water Engineering
• Sanitary Engineering
2. Water Pollution
• Water chemistry and water quality characteristics
• Introduction to sources of pollution
• Effects on water quality
• Control parameters
3. Water Demand and Supply
• Population forecast
• Water uses & consumption
• Types and variations in demand
• Maximum demand
4. Water Quality
• Water impurities & their health significance
• Water quality guidelines/standards (US-EPA, WHO and NSDWQ
Pakistan)
• Water quality monitoring
5. Water Sampling and Testing
• Sampling techniques and examination of water (physical, chemical and
microbiological parameters)

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• Water borne diseases

6. Water Treatment
• Treatment of surface & ground water
• Screening (Course and Fine Screens)
• Coagulation and Flocculation
• Sedimentation
• Filtration
• Design aspects of slow sand and rapid sand filters and their operations
• Pressure filters
• Membrane Technology (Reverse Osmosis, Nanofiltration, Ultrafiltration,
Microfiltration)
7. Miscellaneous Water Treatment Techniques
• Fluoridation, Iron & Manganese removal
• Water softening methods
• Water disinfection and chemicals (Chlorination, Ozonation, Ultraviolet
disinfection methods)
• Emergency treatment methods
8. Water Distribution
• Layout and design of water transmission works and distribution networks
(Hardy Cross and Equivalent Pipe method)
• Service reservoirs
• Fixtures and their installation
• Tapping of water mains
• Urban and Rural Water Supply
9. Introduction to building drainage.
10. Introduction to EIA.

COURSE OUTLINE (PRACTICALS)

The following practicals may be carried out for the course.
1. Jar test for optimal coagulant dosage
2. Analysis of pH, conductivity, and total dissolved solids (TDS)
3. Analysis of turbidity and total suspended solids (TSS) of surface water
samples
4. Analysis of Hardness as CaCO3
5. Analysis of Residual Chlorine
6. Analysis of Chemical Oxygen Demand (COD) and Biological Oxygen
Demand (BOD) in wastewater

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7. Investigate nitrogenous compounds in wastewater (Ammonium-nitrogen,

nitrates, nitrites) in wastewater
8. Investigate phosphate concentrations in wastewater (Total Phosphorus,
Phosphate-Phosphorus in wastewater

SUGGESTED TEACHING & ASSESSMENT METHODS

Suggested Teaching Methods
Lecturing
Laboratory Demonstration
Written Assignments
Guest Speaker
Field Visits
Suggested Assessment Methods Theorey
One hour test(s)/Mid-term
Quiz tests, Assignments, Project Reports/Term Paper/Presentations
Final Exam
Suggested Assessment Methods Practicals
Laboratory Participation
Laboratory Report/Manual
Laboratory Quiz /Viva Voce
RECOMMENDED TEXT AND REFERENCE BOOKS
1. Mark J. Hammer, Jr. Viessman, Elizabath M. Perez, Paul A. Chadik
“Water Supply and Pollution Control” (8th Edition, 2015)
2. Sajjad Haider Sheikh, Javed A. Azeez “Water Supply and Sewerage
(Theory & Applications)” (1st Edition, 2022)
3. Tom D. Reynolds and Paul A. Richards “Unit Operations and Processes in
Environmental Engineering” (Second Edition, 1996)
4. John C. Crittenden, R. Rhodes Trussell, David W. Hand, Kerry J. Howe,
George Tchobanoglous “MWH's Water Treatment: Principles and
Design” Third Edition, 2012)

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STRUCTURAL ANALYSIS-II

Credit Hours: 3+0=3

Pre-Requisites: Structural Analysis-I

DESCRIPTION
This course delves into the analysis of indeterminate structures under static and
dynamic loads. Students will grasp classical methods, become familiar with
various techniques, and develop proficiency in state-of-the-art structural
analysis approaches. The theoretical framework covers force and displacement
approaches, including compatibility methods, moment distribution, and slope
deflection for beams and frames. Matrix methods are introduced, encompassing
flexibility and stiffness approaches. The course also explores the fundamental
concepts of finite element methods with indepth examples. Students who
complete this course will have the analytical abilities necessary for
indeterminate structural analysis.
COURSE LEARNING OUTCOMES
By the end of this course, students will be able to:
1. ANALYZE Indeterminate structures using force and displacement methods
2. ANALYZE Indeterminate structures using matrix methods
COURSE OUTLINE (THEORY)
1. Analysis of Indeterminate Structures Using Force Approach
• Compatibility methods for beams and frames with and without support
settlement
2. Analysis of Indeterminate Structures Using Displacement Approach
• Moment distribution for beams and frames for prismatic and non-prismatic
members with and without side-sway and support settlement
• Slope deflection method for beams and frames with and without support
settlement
3. Matrix Methods
• Introduction to flexibility method
• Introduction to stiffness method
• Development of member and structure stiffness matrices
• Bending moment and shear force diagrams
• Use of appropriate software for matrix operations
4. Finite Element Method
• Introduction to finite elements

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• Shape functions for bar element

• Three Hinged Arches
• Cables and Suspension Bridges

SUGGESTED TEACHING & ASSESSMENT METHODS

Suggested Teaching Methods
Lectures (audio/video aids)
Written Assignments/ Quizzes
Tutorials
Case Studies relevant to engg disciplines
Semester Project
Guest Speaker
Industrial/ Field Visits
Group discussion
Report Writing
Suggested Assessment Methods Theory
Mid Term
Report writing/ Presentation
Assignments
Project Report
Quizzes
Final Term
RECOMMENDED TEXT AND REFERENCE BOOKS
1. R. C. Hibbler, Structural Analysis, Prentice Hall, 10th Edition (2021).
2. Aslam Kassimali, (2014), Structural Analysis, 5th Edition
3. Wang, C. K., (1984), Intermediate Structural Analysis, McGraw-Hill
Education - Europe.
4. West, H. H., (1989), Analysis of Structures: An Integration of Classical
and Modern Methods , John Wiley and Sons Ltd; 2nd Edition.
5. Alexander, Chajes, (1990), Structural Analysis 6. Rizwan, S.A., (2003),
Theory of Indeterminate Structures, 2nd Ed.

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QUANTITY & COST ESTIMATION

Credit Hours: 2+1=3

Pre-Requisites: Nil

DESCRIPTION
This course comprises of estimating quantities and cost of various activities in a
typical construction project. The students will be exposed to necessary skills of
taking quantities off the engineering drawings for preparing the cost estimates.
COURSE LEARNING OUTCOMES
By the end of this course, students will be able to:
1. Comprehend the quantity take-offs, estimates, their types and procedural
requirements.
2. Prepare cost estimates by studying and scrutinizing quantities of various
construction activities.
3. Comprehend terms related to tender and contract documents
COURSE OUTLINE (THEORY)
1. Quantity Takeoff
• Review of basic take-off mathematics and measurement Units.
• Takeoff Rules and Measurement Accuracy
• Organization of take-off
• Quantity take-off and Pricing of Labor, Material and Equipment for;
Sitework, Concrete, Masonry, Carpentry, and Finishes Works.
• Estimating Procedures and Considerations for Concrete Retaining Wall,
Piles, Steel Truss, Road, Sewer and Water Mains Pipe Works.
• Maintaining of Measurement Books
2. Development of Estimates, Pricing and Related Aspects
• Types and methods of estimates (conceptual estimates, preliminary,
detailed estimates)
• Rate analysis
• Labor productivity
• Cost analysis of construction materials
• Estimate Setup, Overhead, Profit, Sources of Estimating Errors,
Escalation, Contingency, Life-Cycle Costing and Analysis.
• Concept of Cost Code
• Use of different types of indices for conceptual estimates

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3. Contractual Aspects Related to Bidding

• Specifications and their types for various items of construction projects
• Overview of payment schemes in construction projects
• Preparation of Civil Engineering tender/bid proposal documents evaluation
methods of proposals and bids.
• Preparation of documents for bid submissions
• Overview of Standard form of contract/bidding documents with special
reference to clauses related to cost related issues of the projects (such as
PEC, FIDIC, AIA etc.) General practice in government departments for
schedule of rates and specifications.
COURSE OUTLINE (PRACTICALS)
• Introduction (Cost estimating process, Design process and Types of cost
estimates). Budget Estimates (Budget estimates, Design budget estimates
and Budget estimate accuracy).
• Resources price survey report (prices of all construction materials,
equipment and manpower along with their types and availability in local
market). Tender notice (Construction / consultancy work)
• Summary of PPRA document.
• Quantity estimation of single room house using long wall method and
centerline method.
• Quantity estimation of one story residential building using long wall method
and centerline method.
• Quantity estimation of earthwork (excavation for foundation and
underground structures).
• Quantity estimation of a RCC Building (RCC column, beam, slab).
• Quantity estimation of a water tank, septic tank, staircase and retaining
wall.
• Quantity estimation of pavement of a typical road network.
• Quantity estimation of sewer and pipeline system.
• Rate Analysis and preparation of BOQs.
• Software and spread sheets. Introduction to Autodesk Navis works
SUGGESTED TEACHING & ASSESSMENT METHODS
Suggested Teaching Methods
Lectures (audio/video aids),

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Written Assignments/ Quizzes,

Tutorials,
Case Studies relevant to engg disciplines,
Semester Project,
Guest Speaker,
Industrial/ Field Visits,
Group discussion,
Report Writing
Suggested Assessment Methods Theory
Mid Term
Report writing/ Presentation
Assignments
Project Report
Quizzes
Final Term
RECOMMENDED TEXT AND REFERENCE BOOKS
1. Marks Kalin, Robert S. Weygant, Harold J. Rosen & John R. Regenar,
Construction Specifications Writing: Principles and Procedures (2010), Wiley.
2. Steven J. Peterson and Frank R. Dagostino, Estimating in Building
Construction (2015) 8th Edition, Pearson Publishing.
3. Steven J. Peterson, Construction Estimating Using Excel (2017) 3rd edition
Pearson publishing.
4. Standard Form of Bidding Documents by Pakistan Engineering Council.
5. David Chappell, Construction Contracts Questions and Answers (2021), 4th
Edition, Taylor & Francis. Jimmie Hinze, Construction Contracts (2010), 3rd
Edition, McGraw-Hil

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ENGINEERING HYDROLOGY

Credit Hours: 2+1=3

Pre-Requisites: Nil

DESCRIPTION
This course will provide an understanding of complexity of movement and
distribution of water on the earth, while emphasizing an application to
engineering practices. It covers engineering applications of principles of
hydrology, including fundamentals of hydrologic cycle, to quantify evaporation
and infiltration processes, rainfall and runoff, hydrographs, stream flow routing
and groundwater. The focus will be to determines the water balance for a
particular region and provides guidance for undergoing proper planning and
management of water resources.

COURSE LEARNING OUTCOMES

By the end of this course, students will be able to:
1. EXPLAIN the basic principles of hydrology, flood routing and
groundwater hydrology.
2. ANALYZE various hydrological parameters for surface and groundwater
flow.
COURSE OUTLINE
1. Introduction
• Hydrology
• Hydrologic Cycle and the Water Balance Equation
• Practical uses of Hydrology
• Importance of Hydrology
2. Meteorology
• The Atmosphere and its Components
• Relative Humidity, Dew Point and Saturation Deficit
• Solar Radiation, Lapse Rate and Adiabatic Changes
• Measurement of Air Temperature, Relative Humidity, Radiation,
Sunshine, Atmospheric
• Pressure and Wind Velocity with Direction
3. Precipitation
• Types of Precipitation
• Factors Necessary for the Formation of Precipitation
• Measurement of Precipitation

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• Interpretation of Precipitation Data

• Computation of Average Rainfall over a Basin
4. Evaporation and Transpiration
• Factors Affecting Evaporation
• Measurement of Evaporation
• Evapotranspiration
5. Stream Flow
• Water Stage and its Measurement
• Selection of Site for Stage Recorder
• Selection of Control and Metering Section
• Methods of Measurement of Stream Flow
• Interpretation of Stream Flow Data
6. Runoff & Hydrograph
• Factors Affecting Runoff
• Estimating the Volume of Storm Runoff
• Characteristic of Hydrograph
• Components of a Hydrograph
• Hydrograph Separation
• Estimating the Volume of Direct Runoff
• Introduction to unit Hydrograph Concept
• S-Curve Preparation
• Application of Probability in Determining Maxima/Minima of Discharge
• Types of Histogram and Distribution
7. Stream Flow Routing
• Introduction to Floods and its Causes
• Frequency and Duration Analysis
• Reservoir Routing
• Channel Routing
• Flood Control
• Introduction to Hydrological Modeling
8. Ground Water
• Introduction
• Sources and Discharge of Ground Water
• Water Table and Artesian Aquifer
• Aquifer characterization
• Pumping Test
• Tube Well Technology
9. Water Resources Management
• Purpose of Water Resources Planning and Management

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• Principles of Water Resources Management

COURSE OUTLINE (PRACTICALS)
The following practicals may be carried out for the course.
1. To measure daily evaporation using evaporation pan.
2. To measure daily minimum and maximum temperature.
3. To measure wind speed and direction using anemometer and wind vanes.
4. To measure relative humidity.
5. To measure rainfall depth of a storm event using non-automatic rain gauge
6. To obtain rainfall hyetograph of a storm event using an automatic rain
gauge.
7. To study the rainfall-runoff characteristics of a long duration single storm
rainfall along with multiple storm rainfalls.
8. To study the effects of reservoir storage on runoff hydrograph.
9. To study the rainfall-runoff characteristics of an urban catchment.
10. To draw a drawdown curve for a single well in an unconfined aquifer
pumping at a constant discharge.
11. To draw a drawdown curve for a single well in a confined aquifer pumping
at a constant discharge.
12. To observe drawdown at the observation wells using water level indicator
while investigating the pumping test of a tube well
13. To measure cone of depression for a single well in hydrology and rainfall
apparatus.
14. To study the water abstraction from a well in a confined aquifer.
15. To estimate transmissivity and storativity of confined aquifer using Theis
curve method

SUGGESTED TEACHING & ASSESSMENT METHODS

Suggested Teaching Methods
Lecturing
Laboratory Demonstration
Written Assignments
Guest Speaker
Field Visits
Suggested Assessment Methods Theorey
Quiz tests, Assignments, Project Reports/Term Paper/Presentations
Mid-term

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Final Exam
Suggested Assessment Methods Practicals
Laboratory Participation
Laboratory Report/Manual
Laboratory Quiz /Viva Voce

RECOMMENDED TEXT AND REFERENCE BOOKS

1. Subramanya, K., (2020), Engineering Hydrology, 5th Edition, McGraw
Hill.
2. Eslamian S., (2014), Handbook of Engineering Hydrology (Fundamentals
and Applications), CRC Press
3. Viessman, W., and Lewis, J. L., (2002) Introduction to Hydrology, 5th
Edition, Pearson Hall.
4. David, A. Chin, (2010) Water Resources Engineering, 2nd Edition, John
Wiley & Sons.

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REINFORCED CONCRETE DESIGN-II

Credit Hours: 3+1 = 4

Pre-Requisites: Reinforced Concrete Design-I

DESCRIPTION
The purpose of this course is to provide students with a thorough understanding
of the design of reinforced concrete structures. The course will enable students
to design various reinforced and pre-stressed structural elements using
conventional and advanced design approaches. Topics covered will include:
design of various types of slabs, design for torsion, slender columns, prestressed
concrete design, introduction to earthquake design of reinforced concrete
structures, and computer aided design of structures
COURSE LEARNING OUTCOMES
By the end of this course, students will be able to:
1. DESIGN various structural reinforced concrete elements.
2. DESIGN various reinforced concrete structural systems.
COURSE OUTLINE
1. Flat Slab, Flat Plate & Waffle Slab
• Analysis and design of flat plate for flexure and shear under gravity loading.
• Analysis and design of flat slabs for flexure and shear under gravity loading.
• Analysis and design of waffle slabs for flexure and shear under gravity
loading.
2. Design for Torsion Slender Columns
• Analysis and design of slender columns subjected to combined flexure and
axial loading,
• Guidelines for design of shear walls-an over view.
3. Design of Different Types of Foundations
• Analysis and design of eccentric, strap, strip and mat footings
• Pile caps.
• Stairs, Water tanks, Reservoirs:
• Analysis and Design of Various Types of Stairs and Staircases,
• Analysis and Design of water tanks and reservoirs.
4. Prestressing Principles & Design Philosophy
• Principles of prestressing, properties of high strength materials,
• Importance of high strength concrete and steel used in prestressing,

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• Behavioral aspects of prestressed beams and comparison with reinforced

concrete beams,
• Post tensioning and pre-tensioning techniques,
• Profiles of post-tensioned tendons, bonded and non-bonded tendons,
comparison and hard-ware requirements.
• Prestress losses, immediate and time dependent losses, lump sum and
detailedestimation of prestress loss.
• Analysis and design of prestressed beams.
5. Introduction to earthquake resistant design of structures.
6. Design of gravity and cantilever retaining walls.
7. Introduction to computer aided analysis and design
COURSE OUTLINE (PRACTICALS)
The following practicals may be carried out for the course.
• To design various structures manually and to draw its structural drawings.
• To model, analyze and design various types of structures using FE based
software.
SUGGESTED TEACHING & ASSESSMENT METHODS
Suggested Teaching Methods
Lecturing
Laboratory Demonstration
Written Assignments
Guest Speaker
Field Visits
Suggested Assessment Methods Theory
One hour test(s)/Mid-semester Exam (s)
Quiz tests, Assignments, Project Reports/Term Paper/Presentations
Final Exam
Suggested Assessment Methods Practicals
Laboratory Participation
Laboratory Report/Manual
Laboratory Quiz /Viva Voce
RECOMMENDED TEXT AND REFERENCE BOOKS
1. David Darwin, Charles Dolan, Arthur Nilson, (2016) Design of Concrete
Structures. 15th (or latest) Edition., McGraw-Hill.
2. James K Wight and James G. Macgregor, Reinforced design: Mechanics
and design, (2015), 7th (or latest) Edition.

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3. Hassoun, M. N. & Al-Manaseer, A, (2015), Structural Concrete: Theory

and Design, 7th (or latest) Edition.
4. Chu-Kia Wang, Charles G. Salmon, José A. Pincheira, (2017), Reinforced
Concrete Design, Wiley; 8th (or latest) Edition.
5. Nilson A. H., Design of Prestressed concrete, John Wiley and Sons, Wiley,
1987.
6. Concrete Structures, Part-II, 3rd (or latest) Edition by Zahid Ahmed
Siddiqi, 2016.

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MECHANICS OF SOLIDS-II

Credit Hours: 2+1=3

Pre-Requisites: Mechanics of solid-I

DESCRIPTION
This advanced course focuses on developing students' analytical capabilities for
handling complex states of stress and familiarizing them with the stability,
analysis, and failure modes of structural elements. The theoretical framework
encompasses topics related to beam bending and shear, including unsymmetrical
bending, shear flow, shear center, analysis of curved beams, and beams on
elastic foundations. The course further explores the theory of elasticity,
covering the analysis of stresses and strains under the combined effects of axial,
bending, and twisting forces/moments. Additionally, the course delves into
torsion of thin tubes and open sections, addressing non-circular shafts,
membrane analogy, and torsion in thin tubes and open sections. Theoretical
insights into plasticity, plastic hinges, shape factor, and collapse mechanisms
are covered, along with energy methods and their general applications. The
course concludes with discussions on stability, exploring struts and columns,
Euler, Rankine, and other formulas for buckling loads of columns, and stability
analysis of columns under eccentric loading. Fatigue considerations,
encompassing cyclic loading, discontinuities, stress concentration, corrosion
fatigue, low cyclic fatigue are also addressed.
COURSE LEARNING OUTCOMES
By the end of this course, students will be able to::
1. ANALYZE beams subjected to unsymmetrical bending, curved beams and
beams on elastic foundations.
2. APPLY theory of elasticity under generalized loading.
3. DISCUSS theory of plasticity and plastic analysis of beams and frames.
4. PRACTICE experiments to study the material and structural element
response under complex loadings
COURSE OUTLINE (THEORY)
1. Enhanced Topics Related to Beam Bending and Shear
• Unsymmetrical bending
• Shear flow, shear center
• Analysis of curved beams
• Beams on elastic foundations

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2. Theory of Elasticity
• Analysis of stresses and strains due to combined effect of axial, bending
and twisting forces/moments
• Elementary theory of elasticity
• Equilibrium and compatibility equations
• Stress and deformation relationships
• Stress transformation
• Theories of failure
3. Torsion of Thin Tubes and Open Sections
• Torsion of non-circular shafts
• Membrane analogy
• Torsion in thin tubes and open sections
4. Cylinders
• Analysis of thin and thick cylinders
5. Theory of Plasticity
• Elementary theory of plasticity
• Plastic hinges
• Shape factor
• Collapse mechanism
6. Energy Methods
• Energy methods-General area of application and its usefulness
7. Stability
• Struts and columns
• Euler, Rankine and other formulas for buckling load of columns
• Stability analysis of columns under eccentric loading
8. Fatigue
• Fatigue due to cyclic loading
• Discontinuities and Stress Concentration
• Corrosion Fatigue
• Low Cyclic Fatigue
• -N relations

COURSE OUTLINE (PRACTICALS)

Following practical exercises may be taken up for the course.
• Determination of the buckling load under different conditions.
• Verification of the Euler's theory of buckling.
• Bending of symmetrical and unsymmetrical cross-sections.
• Elastic deformation of curved beams
• Determination of stresses under combined bending and torsion
• Stresses in thin and thick wall cylinders

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SUGGESTED TEACHING & ASSESSMENT METHODS

Suggested Teaching Methods
Lectures (audio/video aids)
Written Assignments/ Quizzes
Tutorials
Case Studies relevant to engg disciplines
Semester Project
Guest Speaker
Industrial/ Field Visits
Group discussion
Report Writing
Suggested Assessment Methods Theory
Mid Term
Report writing/ Presentation
Assignments
Project Report
Quizzes
Final Term
RECOMMENDED TEXT AND REFERENCE BOOKS
1. Arthur P. Boresi. & Richard J. Schmidt, Advanced Mechanics of
Materials, John Wiley; 6th Edition (2002)
2. Pytel, A. & Ferdinand L. Singer, Strength of Material, Harper and Row
Harper Collins College Div; 4th Sub Edition (1987)
3. R.C. Hibbeler, Mechanics of Materials, Prentice Hall; 10th edition
4. James M. Gere & Barry. J. Goodno, Mechanics of Materials, 8th Edition,
CL Engineering
5. James M. Gere & Stephen P. Timoshenko, Mechanics of Materials, 4th
Edition, 1997, PWS Pub Co.
6. Mechanics of Materials by Zahid Ahmed Siddiqi, 2015

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GEOTECHNICAL ENGINEERING

Credit Hours: 3+1=4

Pre-Requisites: Soil Mechanics

DESCRIPTION
This course aims to provide students with a thorough comprehension of soil
shear strength and its determination, stress distribution in soils estimated
through various methods, calculation of lateral earth pressures, settlement
analysis in soils, slope stability analysis using diverse methods, an introduction
to earth and rockfill dams, and various techniques for soil improvement.
COURSE LEARNING OUTCOMES
By the end of this course, students will be able to:
1. INTERPRET shear strength characteristics of soil, stress distribution, and
lateral earth pressures shear strengths, earth retaining structures.
2. ANALYZE settlement of soil, and stability of slopes and excavation.
3. DESCRIBE the basics of earth and rockfill dams and various soil
improvement techniques.
4. PRACTICE laboratory and field testing for strength parameters of soil
COURSE OUTLINE (THEORY)
1. Shear Strength
• Concept and parameters of shear strength of soils
• Mohr Coulomb's failure envelope
• shear strength of cohesive and non-cohesive soils
• Factors affecting shear strength of soil and its applications in engineering.
• Laboratory and field tests for determination of shear strength.
• Related numerical problems
2. Stress Distribution in Soils
• Geo-static stresses
• Total stress, effective stress, and pore water pressure
• Vertical stresses induced due to structural loads
• Approximate methods.
• Westergaard and Boussinesq's theories
• Pressure bulb and stress isobars
• Stress distribution diagrams on horizontal and vertical planes
• Stress at a point outside the loaded area
• Newmark's influence charts

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• Fadum's charts
• Related numerical problems
3. Lateral Earth Pressure
• Definition, pressure at rest
• Active and passive earth pressures
• Coulomb's and Rankine's theories
• Trial wedge and Culmann's method
• Earth pressure diagrams for different configurations loading
• Related numerical problems
4. Settlement Analysis
• Definition, total settlement, and differential settlement
• Angular distortion
• Consolidation settlement
• Elastic or immediate settlement
• Primary and secondary consolidation settlements
• Computation of elastic and consolidation settlement
• Causes of settlement and methods of controlling it
• Limits of allowable total and differential settlement
• Related numerical problems
5. Slope Stability Analysis
• Types of slopes
• Factors affecting slope instability and remedial measures
• Types of failure modes
• Critical slip circle and its location
• Infinite slope stability analysis
• Swedish circular method
• Ordinary method of slices
• Bishop's simplified method
• Taylor's slope stability number method
• Related numerical problems
• Earth and Rockfill Dams
• Definition and types of dams
• Components of a dam and their functions
• Coffer dams and their types
• General design considerations and typical cross sections
7. Soil Improvement
• Basic principles and objectives of soil improvement
• Mechanical and chemical stabilization of soil
• Different methods and their application to various soil types

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COURSE OUTLINE (PRACTICALS)

The following practicals may be carried out for the course.
1. To determine maximum and minimum index density (emax and emin) of
cohesion less soils
2. To perform direct shear test for determining shear strength parameters of
soils
3. To perform triaxial tests for the evaluation of undrained and drained shear
strength of soils.
4. To perform unconfined compression test for evaluating the undrained shear
strength of cohesive soil.
5. To perform standard penetration test (SPT).
6. To perform California Bearing Ratio (CBR) test on soil samples
7. To perform plate load test to evaluate the bearing capacity/settlement of
soils.
SUGGESTED TEACHING & ASSESSMENT METHODS
Suggested Teaching Methods
Lecturing
Laboratory Demonstration
Written Assignments
Guest Speaker
Field Visits
Suggested Assessment Methods Theorey
One hour test(s)/Mid-term
Quiz tests, Assignments, Project Reports/Term Paper/Presentations
Final Exam
Suggested Assessment Methods Practicals
Laboratory Participation
Laboratory Report/Manual
Laboratory Quiz /Viva Voce

RECOMMENDED TEXT AND REFERENCE BOOKS

1. Baraja M. Das (2020), Principles of Geotechnical Engineering, 10th Ed,
Cengage Learning, Inc. USA.
2. Braja M. Das, (2020), Advanced Soil Mechanics, 5th Ed, CRC Press 734
pp.
3. Craig, R. F. (2019). Craig's Soil Mechanics, 9th ed., CRC Press, 654 pp.
4. Holtz and Kovac (2012), An Introduction to Geotechnical Engineering,

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Latest Edition, Prentice Hall.

5. Doland P. Coduto (1999), Geotechnical Engineering-Principles and
Practices, Prentice-Hall, Upper Saddle River, NJ 07 458.
6. Bowles J. E. (1984). Physical and Geotechnical properties of soils, 2nd Ed.
McGraw-Hill, New York, 578 pp.

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FOUNDATION ENGINEERING

Credit Hours: 2+0=2

Pre-Requisites: Soil Mechanics, Geotechnical Engineering

DESCRIPTION
In this course, students will learn how to examine a site for geotechnical
investigations. They'll then be taught to design different types of shallow
foundations that suit various loads and ground conditions. Additionally, the
course covers the assessment of how much load deep foundations can bear in
different ground situations. This knowledge helps students create sturdy and
effective foundation designs based on the specific characteristics of the site and
loading condition
COURSE LEARNING OUTCOMES
By the end of this course, students will be able to:
1. CARRY OUT site characterization for geotechnical investigations.
2. DESIGN an appropriate type of shallow foundation for various loadings
and ground conditions.
3. EVALUATE load bearing capacity of deep foundations for different
ground conditions.
COURSE OUTLINE
1. Soil Exploration
• Significance/objectives of soil exploration
• Planning of soil exploration program
• Soil exploration methods: probing, test pits, auger boring, wash
percussion, rotary drilling, and geophysical methods,
• Types of soil samplers
• Disturbed and undisturbed sampling
• In situ tests: standard penetration test, cone penetration test, and field vane
shear test
• Coring of rocks, Core recovery and RQD
• Soil liquefaction
• Borehole logs and subsoil exploration report
2. Introduction to Foundations
• Purpose and types of foundations
• Selection of foundation type and depth
• Design requirements for the foundations

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• Foundation design Criteria

• Allowable settlements and angular distortion
3. Bearing Capacity and Design of shallow foundations
• Types of bearing capacities: gross and net bearing capacity/pressures
• Modes of bearing capacity failures
• Development of bearing capacity theory.
• Methods to evaluate soil bearing capacity: Terzaghi's, Meyerhof's,
Hansen's, Vesic's, Skempton's method.
• Effects of water table on bearing capacity of soils.
• Bearing capacity from in-situ tests; SPT, CPT, Plate load test
• Presumptive values of bearing capacity.
• Design of strip, isolated, combined and raft foundations, concept of
floating/compensated foundations.
• Foundations on difficult soils: design and preventive measures
• Related numerical problems.
4. Pile Foundations
• Introduction to deep foundations
• Types of deep foundations
• Reasons to use deep foundations.
• Classification of piles
• Methods of installation of Piles
• Load transfer mechanism of piles
• Load carrying capacity of piles in different soils.
• Empirical correlations for pile capacity evaluation
• Settlement of Piles.
• Pull out resistance of piles.
• Pile driven formulas.
• Negative skin friction
• Pile load test and interpretation.
• Pile group capacity, group efficiency, elastic, and consolidation settlement
of group of piles, uplift capacity of pile group.
• Rock socketed piles
5. Introduction to relevant software
• GeoStudio, Plaxis etc.
SUGGESTED TEACHING & ASSESSMENT METHODS
Suggested Teaching Methods
• Lecturing (audio/video aids)
• Written Assignments/Quizzes

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• Tutorials and case studies relevant to engineering disciplines.

• Semester project
• Guest speaker
• Industrial/field visits, group discussion & report writing.
Suggested Assessment Methods Theory
• One hour test(s)/Mid-term
• Quiz tests, Assignments, Project Reports/ Term Paper/ Presentations
• Final Exam
SUGGESTED TEACHING & ASSESSMENT METHODS
1. Baraja M. Das (2017). Principles of Foundation Engineering, 9th Ed,
Cengage Learning, Inc., USA.
2. Robert Wade Brown (2004), Practical Foundation Engineering Handbook,
McGraw-Hill.
3. Donald P. Coduto (2001), Foundation Design: Principals and Practice,
(Latest Ed), Prentice Hall, NJ.
4. Tomlinson, M. J. (2001) Foundation Design and Construction, 7th Ed (or
latest), Pearson Education.
5. Bowles, J. E. (1998), Foundation Analysis and Design, 6th Edition (or
latest ed), McGrow-Hill International Press.
6. Smith and Ian Smith (1998), Elements of Soil Mechanics, 7th Ed (or latest),
Blackwell Science.

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PAVEMENT ANALYSIS & DESIGN

Credit Hours: 2+1=2

Pre-Requisites: Nil

DESCRIPTION
This course will give students a detailed understanding of about the
fundamentals of Pavement Engineering. The course will also provide detailed
guidance on both quantitative and computerized techniques for solving
problems related to Pavement Design and Analysis. Students shall be able to
apply principles of Pavement Engineering to evaluate, analyze and design
asphalt mix and asphalt pavement.
COURSE LEARNING OUTCOMES
By the end of this course, students will be able to:
1. EXPLAIN the fundamentals of pavement engineering.
2. CHOOSE/APPLY principles of pavement engineering to analyse and
design pavements.
3. ANALYZE/INVESTIGATE appropriate pavement design solution
considering indigenous conditions.

COURSE OUTLINE (THEORY)

1. Concept of Pavement Design and Material Specification
• The Pavement, Types of Pavements, Principle of Pavement Design
• Approaches to Pavement Design, Pavement Design Standards
• Resilient behavior of Unbound Granular Material
• Asphalt Binder Rheology, Asphalt Mixtures Design (Marshall Method of
Mix Design)
• Introduction to SHRP Specification and Superpave Method of Mix Design
2. Pavement Design Methods and Analysis
• Axle Load, Equivalent Single Axle Load, Classification of Commercial
Vehicles, Axle Loading of Commercial Vehicles, influence of Axle
configuration and Loading on the Damaging Effect
• Contact Area between the Tyre and Road, Repetition, and Impact Factors
• Methods of Pavement Design (Empirical ~Mechanistic), AASHTO
Pavement Design Method, Group Index Method, CBR Method, Wester-
Guard method, Road Note, AASHTO 1993 Pavement Design Methodology
and practice, Road Note 31 Pavement Design Methodology
• Concept of Mechanistic-Empirical Pavement Design, Stresses and Strains

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in Flexible & Rigid Pavements.

• Introduction to MEPDG Software
3. Pavement Evaluation and Rehabilitation
• Pavement Failures, Construction and Maintenance
• Pavement Evaluation and Rehabilitation, Introduction to Non-Destructive
Testing
• Recycling Methods and Reclaimed Asphalt Pavement (RAP), Pavement
Drainage System and Design

COURSE OUTLINE (PRACTICALS)

The following practicals may be carried out for the course.
1. To determine Particle shapes (Elongation & Flakiness Index) of various
aggregate samples and then to discuss the results.
2. To determine Resistance to Degradation of coarse aggregate by Abrasion
and Impact in the Los Angeles Abrasion Machine.
3. To determine Penetration grade of Bituminous Sample.
4. To determine the Softening Point of Bituminous Sample by using Ring &
Ball Apparatus.
5. To determine the Flash and Fire Point of Bituminous Sample by Cleveland
Open Cup Apparatus.
6. To determine the Ductility of Bituminous Sample Using a Ductilometer.
7. To Perform the CBR Test for the Sub-grade on the given Soil sample.
8. Non-Repetitive Static Plate Load Test of Soils and Flexible Pavement
Components for Use in Evaluation and Design of Airports and Highway
Pavements.
9. To find out JMF for Specified Paving Job (Marshall Method).

SUGGESTED TEACHING & ASSESSMENT METHODS

Suggested Teaching Methods
Lecturing
Laboratory Demonstration
Written Assignments
Guest Speaker
Field Visits
Suggested Assessment Methods Theorey
One hour test(s)/Mid-term

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Quiz tests, Assignments, Project Reports/Term Paper/Presentations

Final Exam
Suggested Assessment Methods Practicals
Laboratory Participation
Laboratory Report/Manual
Laboratory Quiz /Viva Voce

RECOMMENDED TEXT AND REFERENCE BOOKS

1. Yang H. Huang, (2003), Pavement Analysis and Design, 2nd Edition (or
latest), Pearson Higher Education.
2. Fred. L. Mannering and Scott S. Washburn, (2013), Principles of Highway
Engineering and Traffic Analysis, 5th Edition (or Latest), John Wiley &
Sons. NY.
3. Asphalt Institute, (2005), Mix Design Methods for asphalt concrete and
other Hot-Mix Types, MS-2, 2nd Edition (or latest), Asphalt Institute.
4. Asphalt Institute, (2005), Superpave Mix Design, SP-2, 3rd Edition,
Asphalt Institute.

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HYDRAULICS ENGINEERING

Credit Hours: 2+1=3

Pre-Requisites: Nil

DESCRIPTION
To enable students to learn fundamentals of hydraulic engineering, particularly
related to open channel flow, flow through pipes, hydraulic structures, dam and
hydropower engineering. In this course student will learn the application of the
principles of fluid mechanics to problems dealing with the collection, storage,
control, transport, regulation, measurement, and use of water.
COURSE LEARNING OUTCOMES
By the end of this course, students will be able to:
1. DISCUSS dimensional analysis, similitude and basic principles of
hydraulic structures.
2. ANALYZE various hydraulic structures in open channel flow.
COURSE OUTLINE
1. Steady Flow in Open Channel
• Specific energy and critical depth
• Dynamic equation of gradually varied flow, surface profiles and back water
curves
• Humps and constrictions Hydraulic jump
• Broad crested weirs, venturi flume and critical depth meters
2. Unsteady Flow
• Flow through pipes, orifices and over weirs under varying heads
• Unsteady flow through pipe lines, water hammer, instantaneous and slow
closure of valves
• Surges in open channel
3. Dimensional Analysis and Similitude
• Similitude in hydraulic models
• Similitude requirements, geometric, kinematics and dynamics similarities,
dimensionless numbers and their significance
• Releigh's method
• Buckingham's PI-theorem and its application, physical models, techniques
and analysis
• Introduction to numerical models

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4. Hydraulic Structures
• Canal Falls, flumes, canal outlets
• Cross drainage works: types and functions
5. Dams and Hydro Power Engineering
• Selection of hydropower sites
• Components and layout of hydropower schemes
• Types of storage dams, forces on dams, design of gravity dams
• Reservoir engineering, operation and regulation of storage reservoirs
• Sediment Transport in Channels
• Sedimentation Problems in Reservoirs
6. Drainage
• Definition, Land reclamation Surface Drainage
• Subsurface Drainage
• Estimation of discharge capacity of Cross-drainage structures Disposal of
drainage effluents
7. Advanced Topics in Hydraulics
• Modern trends in hydraulic engineering
• Computational fluid dynamics (CFD)
• Case studies and real-world applications
COURSE OUTLINE (PRACTICALS)
The following practicals may be carried out for the course.
1. To measure water level and velocity along the channel.
2. To estimate flow rate through changes in the channel section.
3. To analyze water hammer phenomena through water hammer apparatus.
4. Characterization of the hydraulic jump.
5. To study the subcritical and supercritical flows.
6. Application and understanding of Manning formula.
7. To demonstrate flow over weir in open channel.
8. Perform experiment on flume to plot E~y diagram for uniform flow.
9. To examine the flow through sluice gate in open flow channel.
10. To produce a hydraulic jump in tilting flume.
11. Relationship between backwater level and discharge level.
12. To examine the sediments transport and settling mechanisms.
13. Simulation of water structure interaction using hydraulic modeling
software.

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SUGGESTED TEACHING & ASSESSMENT METHODS

Suggested Teaching Methods
Lecturing
Laboratory Demonstration
Written Assignments
Guest Speaker
Field Visits
Suggested Assessment Methods Theory
Quiz tests, Assignments, Project Reports/Term Paper/Presentations
Mid term and final term exams
Suggested Assessment Methods Practicals
Laboratory Participation
Laboratory Report/Manual
Laboratory Quiz /Viva Voce

RECOMMENDED TEXT AND REFERENCE BOOKS

1. Roberson J. A., Cassidy J. J., and Chaudhry M. H., (1998) Hydraulic
Engineering, John Wiley & Sons
2. Wynn P., (2014) Hydraulics for Civil Engineers, ICE Publishing.
3. Lindell J. E., Moore W. P., and King H. W., (2018), Handbook of
Hydraulics, 8th Edition, McGraw Hill
4. David, A. Chin, (2010) Water Resources Engineering, 2nd Edition, John
Wiley & Sons

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IRRIGATION ENGINEERING

Credit Hours: 2+1=3

Pre-Requisites: Nil

DESCRIPTION
This course aims to introduce knowledge and skills namely the principles and
basics of irrigation methods, design of irrigation systems and irrigation network
for the purpose of irrigation applied to traditional and modern irrigation
systems.
COURSE LEARNING OUTCOMES
By the end of this course, students will be able to:
1. EXAMINE the various irrigation concepts and soil-water-crop
relationships.
2. ANALYSE problems related to irrigation canals and other irrigation
systems.
COURSE OUTLINE (THEORY)
1. Introduction
• Definition, Necessity, Scope, Benefits, and ill effects of irrigation
engineering.
2. Methods of Irrigation
• Irrigation methods
• Factors affecting choice of irrigation methods
• Pressurized and non-pressurized methods
• Uniformity coefficient
3. Soil-Water-Crop Relationship
• Soil and its physical and chemical properties
• Root zone soil water
• Crops of Pakistan and crop rotation
4. Water Requirement of Crops
• Functions of irrigation water
• Standards for irrigation water
• Relationship between duty and delta
• Factors affecting and improving duty
• Classes of soil water
• Equilibrium points-soil moisture tension
• Depth of effective root zone

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• Depth and Frequency of irrigation

5. Canal Irrigation System
• Alluvial and non-alluvial canals
• Alignment of canals
• Distribution system for canal irrigation
• Determination of canal capacity
• Canal losses and Channel section for minimum seepage loss
6. Design Interpretation of Earthen/Alluvial Channels
• Lacey's theory, Rational approach, Channel design software
7. Lined Channels
• Canal Lining and its types
• Permissible velocities in lined channels
• Design interpretation of lined irrigation channels
8. Diversion Head Works
• Weir and barrage
• Types and components of diversion weir
• Head regulator and cross regulator
• Canal regulation and silt control at the head works
• Silt excluders and silt ejectors
9. Canal Outlets
• Types, Essential requirements and characteristics of outlets
• Tail cluster and tail escape
10. Water logging and salinity
• Causes and effects of water logging
• Reclamation of waterlogged soils
• Drains and tube wells
• Causes and effects of salinity and alkalinity of lands in Pakistan.

COURSE OUTLINE (PRACTICALS)

The following practicals may be carried out for the course.
• Evapotranspiration Measurement Using Simple Pan Evaporimeters
• Demonstration of Irrigation Furrows: Water Distribution and Efficiency
• Measurement of Infiltration Rate in Soils
• Measuring Runoff in Simple Sloped Surfaces
• Analysis of Efficiency in Gravity-Based Irrigation Systems
• Investigation of Soil Erosion Control Techniques
• Analysis of Irrigation Water Conveyance Efficiency in Canals

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SUGGESTED TEACHING & ASSESSMENT METHODS

Suggested Teaching Methods
Lecturing
Laboratory Demonstration
Written Assignments
Guest Speaker
Field Visits
Suggested Assessment Methods Theory
Quiz tests, Assignments, Project Reports/Term Paper/Presentations
Mid- and final-term exam
Suggested Assessment Methods Practicals
Laboratory Participation
Laboratory Report/Manual
Laboratory Quiz /Viva Voce

RECOMMENDED TEXT AND REFERENCE BOOKS

1. Peter, W., and Yitayew, M., (2015) Irrigation and drainage engineering,
Springer
2. Hossain, A., Practices of irrigation & on-farm water management,
Springer
3. Singh V, P., and Su Q., (2022) Irrigation Engineering (Principles,
Processes, Procedures, Design, and Management), Cambridge University
Press

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GEOLOGY FOR ENGINEERS

Credit Hours: 2+0=2

Pre-Requisites: Nil

DESCRIPTION
This course introduces students to various branches of geology, including the
constituents of the Earth, rock formation, rock weathering, volcanic eruptions,
landslides, and earthquakes. It covers fundamental concepts of general geology
and hydrogeology, illustrating their practical applications in the construction of
underground tunnels, and other infrastructure projects.
COURSE LEARNING OUTCOMES
By the end of this course, students will be able to:
1. DESCRIBE different branches of geology, constituents of earth, formation
of rocks, and structural features of strata.
2. EXPLAIN natural geological phenomena such as weathering, erosion,
volcanic eruption, land sliding, and earthquakes.
3. DISCUSS different concepts of general geology and hydrogeology and
their application to the construction of underground tunnels other
infrastructure projects.
COURSE OUTLINE (THEORY)
1. General geology
• The earth as planet and process of external origin
• Weathering and erosion
• Transportation, and deposition, of rock material by geological agents
• Processes of internal origin volcanism, earthquakes, intrusion and
metamorphism
• Rock cycle, diastrophism, and isostasy.
2. Elements of structural geology
• Folds and faults, joints, fractures, and cleavages
• Unconformities, primary and secondary structural features of rock
• Expression of geological features on geological field maps
• Construction of cross sections and geological mapping.
3. Minerals and rocks
• Important minerals and rocks, and their identification
• Igneous, sedimentary and metamorphic rocks

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• Fossils
• Basic principles of stratigraphy and Geologic time scale
• Brief introduction of local geology from boring logs.
4. Applied geology
• Application of geology to planning and design of various civil engineering
infrastructure like dams, reservoirs, bridges, application of geology to
building materials and soils.
5. Earthquakes
• Theory of plate-tectonics, seismic waves, seismology
• Prediction of earthquakes and preventive measures against earthquakes
• Ground subsidence
• Earthquake zoning of Pakistan
6. Stability of rock slopes
• Various types of rock failures and factors affecting the stability of rock
slopes
• Analysis, and calculation of factor of safety
• Types of Land Sliding: Slump, Rockslides and Rock Falls
• Causes of landslides and remedial measures.
7. Hydrogeology
• Introduction to Wells, Springs, Streams, Ground Water, and Glaciers
• Types of Wells, Springs, Streams, Ground Water, and Glaciers.
8. Tunnelling
• Introduction to Tunnels
• Types of Tunnels
• Tunnel Construction Methods in Rocks
• Geological Survey Prior to Tunnelling
• Lining of Tunnels and Its Sections.
SUGGESTED TEACHING & ASSESSMENT METHODS
Suggested Teaching Methods
• Lecturing (audio/video aids)
• Written Assignments/Quizzes
• Tutorials and case studies relevant to engineering disciplines.
• Semester project
• Guest speaker
• Industrial/field visits, group discussion & report writing.
Suggested Assessment Methods Theory
• One hour test(s)/Mid-term
• Quiz tests, Assignments, Project Reports/ Term Paper/ Presentations
• Final Exam

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RECOMMENDED TEXT AND REFERENCE BOOKS

1. Banger, K. M. (1988), A Textbook of General AND Engineering Geology,
Latest Edition.
2. N.T Price, N. T. & Cosgrove, I. W. (1990), Analysis of Geological
Structures, Latest Edition.
3. Steven L. Kramer, (2010), Analysis of Geological Structures, Latest
Edition
4. Blyth, F. G. H. (2003), A Geology for Engineers, Latest Edition, Arnold
International.
5. Legget, R. F. (2010), Geology and Engineering, Latest Edition, McGraw
Hill International
6. Richard and Busch (2019), Laboratory Manual in Physical Geology 9th
Edition (or latest), American Geological Institute.
7. Frederick K. Lurgens (2016), Earth: An Introduction to Physical Geology,
12th Edition (or latest), Pearson Publishers.

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ARCHITECTURE & TOWN PLANNING

Credit Hours: 2+0=2

Pre-Requisites: Nil

DESCRIPTION
This course will give students an introductory understanding of various
components of various types of buildings from an architectural point of view.
Moreover, this course will provide basic guidance on ancient and modern forms
of living and various terms related to planning and development of inhabitant
areas.

COURSE LEARNING OUTCOMES

By the end of this course, students will be able to:
1. EXPLAIN various ancient and modern forms of living.
2. DESCRIBE terms related to planning and development of inhabitant areas.

COURSE OUTLINE
1. Architecture
• Historical Development
• General introduction to history of architecture
• Emergence/Development of Islamic Architecture
• Geographical, climatic, religious, social and historical influences
Architectural beauty
2. Qualities, Factors and Use of Materials
• Strength, vitality, grace, breadth and scale Proportion
• Colour and balance
• Stone, wood, metals, concrete, composites, ceramics
3. Architectural Aspects of Building Planning
• Walls and their construction
• Openings and their position, character and shape Roofs and their
development and employment
• Columns and their position, form and decoration
• Moulding and their form decoration
• Ornament as applied to any buildings
4. Town Planning
• Definitions
• Trends in Urban growth
• Objectives of town planning

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• Modern planning in Pakistan and abroad

5. Preliminary Studies
• Study of natural resources, economic resources, legal and administrative
problems
• Civic surveys
• Preparation of relevant maps
6. Land Use Patterns, Street Patterns
• Various theories of land use pattern
• Location of Parks and recreation facilities
• Public and semi-public buildings
• Civic centers, commercial centers, local shopping centers
• Public schools, industry & residential areas
• Layout of streets, road crossing & lighting Community planning
7. City Extensions and Urban Planning
• Sub Urban development
• Neighborhood Units
• Satellite Towns and Garden City
• Issues related to inner city urban design and emergence/upgradation of
squatter settlements.
SUGGESTED TEACHING & ASSESSMENT METHODS
Suggested Teaching Methods
Lecturing
Written Assignments
Guest Speaker
Suggested Assessment Methods Theorey
One hour test(s)/Mid-term
Quiz tests, Assignments, Project Reports/Term Paper/Presentations
Final Exam
RECOMMENDED TEXT AND REFERENCE BOOKS
1. Dan Cruickshank, Sir Banister Fletcher's A History of Architecture,
Architectural Press; 20th Edition (September 25, 1996)
2. Leonard Benevolo; Origins of Modern Town Planning, MIT Press, 15-
Aug- 1971
3. Sir Rymond Unwin, Town Planning in Practice, FQ Legacy Books
(December 31, 2010)

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MODELLING AND SIMULATION

Credit Hours: 1+1=2
Pre-Requisites: Nil

DESCRIPTION
Introduction to fundamental concepts, techniques, and tools for creating
mathematical models and conducting simulations to analyze complex systems.
Covers mathematical modelling principles, simulation techniques, model
validation, optimization, and real-world applications. Hands-on experience
with simulation software. Ideal for engineering students seeking to enhance
problem-solving skills and decision-making in engineering domains.
COURSE LEARNING OUTCOMES
By the end of this course, students will be able to:
1. Understand the fundamental principles and concepts of mathematical
modelling and simulation.
2. Apply modelling and simulation tools to solve complex engineering
problems across diverse domains.
3. Demonstrate the ability to interpret simulation results and make informed
decisions based on analysis

COURSE OUTLINE
Simulation
• Prepare Model Inputs and Outputs
• Configure Simulation Conditions
• Run Simulations
• View and Analyze Simulation Results
• Test and Debug Simulations
• Optimize Performance
• Simulation Guidelines & Best Practices
Modeling
• Design Model Architecture
• Manage Design Data
• Design Model Behavior
• Configure Signals, States, and Parameters
• Configure Inputs and Visualizations
• Analyze and Remodel Design
• Test Model Components
• Modeling Guidelines & Best Practices

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COURSE OUTLINE (PRACTICALS)

• Introductions to programming with MATLAB
• Find the response of a lumped variable model expressed in terms of transfer
function using MATLAB for input of (i) unit step function (ii) unit impact
function and (iii) unit ramp function
• Use of Simulink in MATLAB for engineering problems
• Use of Neural Network in MATLAB for engineering problems
• Use of Fuzzy inference system (FIS) and Adaptive Neuro-Fuzzy Inference
System (ANFIS) in MATLAB for engineering problems
• Monte Carlo simulation

SUGGESTED TEACHING & ASSESSMENT METHODS

Suggested Teaching Methods
Lectures (audio/video aids), Written Assignments/ Quizzes, Tutorials, Case
Studies relevant to engg disciplines, Semester Project, Guest Speaker,
Industrial/ Field Visits, Group discussion, Report Writing
Suggested Assessment Methods
Mid Term, Report writing/ Presentation, Assignments, Project Report,
Quizzes, Final Term
RECOMMENDED TEXT AND REFERENCE BOOKS
1. Introduction to Matlab for Engineering Students by David Houcque,
Northwestern University latest edition.
2. https://www.mathworks.com/help/simulink/simulation.html
3. https://www.mathworks.com/help/simulink/modeling.htm

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CONSTRUCTION ENGINEERING

Credit Hours: 2+0=2

Pre-Requisites: Nil

DESCRIPTION
The course objective is to familiarize students with traditional and modern
methodologies, tools, and techniques used in the construction industry. The
course will also develop student's ability of proposing method statements of
construction projects according to sustainable practices considering regulatory
environment, contractual agreement, design drawings and specifications.
COURSE LEARNING OUTCOMES
By the end of this course, students will be able to:
1. CARRY out analysis for the capacity of various construction equipment
using basic equations of economics.
2 CATEGORIZE different types of construction techniques and
methodologies for different civil engineering projects
COURSE OUTLINE (THEORY)
1. Introduction to Construction Industry and Project Management
2. Engineering Costs and Estimation, Lifecycle Cost, Cash Flow Diagram
3. Value Engineering, Earned Value Analysis and Economic Decision
Analysis
4. Network Analysis Techniques, CPM, PERT etc.
5. Procurement and Contract Management, Bid and Tender
6. Construction Safety, Accidents, and Risk Management
7. Innovative Trends in Construction Industry
8. Introduction to Project Management Software (Primavera/MS Project)
SUGGESTED TEACHING & ASSESSMENT METHODS
Suggested Teaching Methods
• Lecturing
• Laboratory Demonstration
• Written Assignments
• Guest Speaker

Suggested Assessment Methods Theory

• One hour test(s)/Mid-term
• Quiz tests, Assignments, Project Reports/Term Paper/Presentations
• Final Viva-voce/Exam

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RECOMMENDED TEXT AND REFERENCE BOOKS

1. Jimmie Hinze, Construction Contracts ISBN: 978-0·07-339785-6,
McGraw-Hill.
2. J.K.Yates (2010), Engineering and Construction Law and Contracts,
ISBN-10: 0135033527 ISBN-13: 978-0135033524, Pearson.
3. John Murdoch and Will Hughes Fourth Edition, Construction Contracts,
ISBN 10: 0415393698 ISBN-13: 978-0415393690, Routledge.
4. Donald G. Newnan, Ted G. Eschenbach, Jerome P. Lavelle , Engineering
Economic Analysis, Ninth Edition, ISBN 0-19-516807-0, Oxford
University Press.
5. Chan S Park, Fundamentals of Engineering Economics, ISBN-10:
0132775425 ISBN-13: 978-0132775427, Pearson.
6. James P Lewis, Project Planning Scheduling and Control 4th Edition, ISBN
0-07-146037-3, McGraw-Hill.
7. Lingard, H. and Rowlinson, S. (2005), Occupational Health and Safety in
Construction Project Management, ISBN-10: 0419262105 ISBN-13: 978-
0419262107, Routledge.
8. Martin Loosemore (2003), HRM in construction projects: Strategic and
operational approach ISBN 0-415-26163-5, ISBN 0415-26164-3,
Routledge.
9. James M. Kouzes, Barry Z. Posner (2017). The Leadership Challenge,
ISBN: 978-1-119-27896-2, Jossey-Bass.
10. Lu, Weisheng, Chi Cheung Lai, and Tung Tse. BIM and Big Data for
Construction Cost Management. Routledge, 2018.
11. Journal of Automation in Construction

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HGIHWAY AND TRAFFIC ENGINEERING

Credit Hours: 2+0=2

Pre-Requisites: Nil

DESCRIPTION
This course will give students a detailed understanding of about highway and
traffic engineering fundamentals. The course will also provide detailed guidance
on the understanding of the relevant concepts of roadways, geometrics and
traffic engineering by adopting suitable principles of transportation engineering.
Students shall be able to apply principles of highway and traffic engineering to
get a better functional performance from roads.
COURSE LEARNING OUTCOMES
By the end of this course, students will be able to:
1. EXPLAIN the fundamentals of highway and traffic engineering.
2. CHOOSE/APPLY appropriate principles of transportation engineering in
geometric design using various parameters.
3. ANALYZE relevant available information in order to provide appropriate
solution to traffic.
COURSE OUTLINE
1. Highway Engineering
• Introduction to Transportation systems (modes, models, infrastructure etc)
• Highway Planning; Principles, Location Survey in Rural & Urban Areas,
Location Controls.
• Elements of a Typical Cross-Section of Road, Types of Cross-sections
• Classification of Highways, Highway Materials, Types & Characteristics,
Specification & tests.
2. Highway Geometric Design (Alignments)
• Introduction to Geometric Design,
• Horizontal Curves, Super Elevation,
• Vertical Curves,
• Grade Line, Transition Curve, Curve Widening, Sight Distance
Requirements, Introduction to Civil 3D
3. Traffic Engineering
• Traffic studies & Estimates, Speed-flow-density relationship, Traffic Lane
Capacity, Level of Service, Design Speed.
• Traffic Safety (signs, marking, signals), Channelization

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• Design of Intersection at Grade & Grade Separated (Access control)

• Parking and Accident Studies, Conflict analysis
• Intelligent Transportation System (ITS), Advanced Transportation
Management Systems (ATMS), Advanced Traveler Information Systems
(ATIS), Delays and
• Que formation, Que theory (DD1 & MD1)
• Public Transport System, Rapid Transit modes (BRT), Basic methods for
estimating public transport demand, Corridor and network development.
• Traffic Impact assessment & Mitigation Planning
• Introduction to Vissim/Synchro Plus Sim Traffic
SUGGESTED TEACHING & ASSESSMENT METHODS
Suggested Teaching Methods
Lecturing
Laboratory Demonstration
Written Assignments
Guest Speaker
Field Visits
Suggested Assessment Methods Theorey
One hour test(s)/Mid-term
Quiz tests, Assignments, Project Reports/Term Paper/Presentations
Final Exam
Suggested Assessment Methods Practicals
Laboratory Participation
Laboratory Report/Manual
Laboratory Quiz /Viva Voce

SUGGESTED TEACHING & ASSESSMENT METHODS

1. Fred. L. Mannering and Scott S. Washburn, (2013), Principles of Highway
Engineering and Traffic Analysis, 5th Edition (or Latest), John Wiley &
Sons. NY.
2. Salter R. J., and Hounsell, N.B., (1996), Highway Traffic Analysis and
Design, 3rd Edition (or latest), Palgrave Macmillan, Red Globe Press
London.
3. Roger P. Roess, Elenna S. Prassas and William R. Mc. Shane, (2011),
Traffic Engineering 4th Edition (or latest), Pearson Higher Education.

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STEEL STRUCTURES

Credit Hours: 2+0=2

Pre-Requisites: Nil

DESCRIPTION
The main purpose of this course is to differentiate between different design
philosophies related to working stress and ultimate strength conditions. This
course will also help the students to classify types of loads and load
combinations, types of steel structures, General steel manufacturing and historic
back ground, various processes and property modifications by Quenching,
Tempering, Annealing and obtaining specific steel properties, residual stresses
and their effect on various structural elements (tension, flexure, compression).

COURSE LEARNING OUTCOMES

By the end of this course, students will be able to:
1. DESCRIBE the theories and models suitable for the analysis and design of
structural steel members.
2. DESIGN structural steel members under axial loads, flexure and shear.
3. DESIGN connections in structural steel members.
COURSE OUTLINE
1. Introduction
• Use of steel as a structural material
• Mechanical properties
• Types and shapes of structural steel members
• Specifications and design codes
• Design philosophies, load and safety factors.
2. Fundamentals of Working Stress Method
• Overview of Allowable Stress Design (ASD)
• Service load and allowable stresses
3. LRFD Method of Design
• Factor of safety, loads and load combination.
• Concept of load and resistance factors
• Plastic design and limits on design
• Analysis and design of tension members
• Analysis and design of Compression Members.
• Local and overall stability
• Euler's buckling load in columns

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4. Analysis and design of beams

• Compact, non-compact and slender sections
• Bending strength
• Shear Strength
• Lateral torsional buckling.
• Biaxial Bending
• Purlins, sag rods
5. Beam-column and axial-flexure interaction
• Second order effects
• Moment magnification.
• Plate girder proportioning and design.
6. Simple welded and bolted connections
7. Overview of moment and shear connections
SUGGESTED TEACHING & ASSESSMENT METHODS
Suggested Teaching Methods
Lecturing
Written Assignments
Guest Speaker
Field Visits
Suggested Assessment Methods Theory
One hour test(s)/Mid-term
Quiz tests, Assignments, Project Reports/Term Paper/Presentations
Final Exam
RECOMMENDED TEXT AND REFERENCE BOOKS
1. Steel Design by William T. Siggui, 6th edition
2. Structural Steel Design by Jack C. McCormac, 5th Edition
3. American Institute of Steel Construction-AISC Manual 15th Edition

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GEOINFORMATICS ENGINEERING
Credit Hours: 1+1=2
Pre-Requisites: Nil

DESCRIPTION
This course is designed to familiarise the students of Civil Engineering with the
field of Geoinformatics which has at its core the technologies supporting the
processes of acquiring, analysing and visualizing spatial data. This includes
Field Surveying, Photogrammetry, Geographic Information System (GIS),
Global Navigation Satellite System (GNSS) and Remote Sensing. However in
this course the students will be only studying introductory topics on remote
sensing, GIS and GNSS.
COURSE LEARNING OUTCOMES
By the end of this course, students will be able to:
1. Demonstrate the ability to comprehend ERDAS Imagine and Arc GIS
software and their usage.
2. Apply the working principles of remote sensing, GIS and their respective
data acquisition technique(s).
3. Illustrate the differences between spatial/non-spatial data, raster and vector
data, spatial analysis and their applications in GIS environment.
4. Produce GIS solutions for a variety of engineering projects by using modern
field survey instruments for data acquisition and processing the acquired
Geo-spatial data using modern GIS and Remote sensing software.

COURSE OUTLINE
1. Introduction to Geo Informatics and Resources of Information
• Photogrammetric surveying
• Satellite System
• Aerial and Satellite photogrammetry
2. Geographic Information System (GIS)
• Fundamentals of GIS
• Spatial Data types and acquiring consideration
• Data models and structures
• Coordinate System
• Datum and map projection and their transformation
• Attribute-based operation
• Introduction to Spatial Analysis

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3. Remote Sensing (RS)

• Basic Concepts
• Physicals basis of Remote Sensing
• Earth Resources Satellites / Platforms
• Sensors
• Types of Resolutions
• Geo-referencing
• Image Processing Techniques and Classification
• Global Positioning System (GPS)
• Navigational Satellites
• Positioning Systems (GLONASS, GPS & Galileo)
• Fundamentals and Elements of GPS
• System Operation & Characteristics
• Errors and Atmospheric effects
• Differential GPS (DGPS)
COURSE OUTLINE (PRACTICALS)
• Introduction to Arc GIS interface and its related terminologies / tools.
• To locate the features on the ground / measure lengths and area of the object
using Google Earth /Arc GIS.
• To execute the basic commands of point, polyline and polygon layer in
Green Valley map.
• To reference, digitize and edit the feature in map / raster image using Arc
GIS.
• To find the coordinates of a point on ground using GPS instrument. To
generate a point showing the coverage of Met. Station in map.
• To model and analyze spatial dataset using tiff file/ satellite image.
• To convert coordinate and projection system of a map using GIS software.
• To apply image processing techniques using remote sensing software.

SUGGESTED TEACHING & ASSESSMENT METHODS

Suggested Teaching Methods
Lecturing
Written Assignments
Guest Speaker
Field Visits

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Suggested Assessment Methods Theory

One hour test(s)/Mid-term
Quiz tests, Assignments, Project Reports/Term Paper/Presentations
Final Exam
RECOMMENDED TEXT AND REFERENCE BOOKS
1. Remote Sensing And Image Interpretation, Thomas M. L., Ralph W. K.,
5th Edition
2. Introduction To Geographic Information Systems, Chang K. T., 3rd
Edition

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OCCUPATIONAL HEALTH AND SAFETY

Credit Hours: 1+0=1

Pre-Requisites: Nil

DESCRIPTION
In this course students will acquire knowledge of safe work practices applicable
to office, industry, and construction settings. Additionally, they will learn how
to identify, prevent, and address issues related to occupational safety and health,
not only within professional environments but also in domestic settings.

COURSE LEARNING OUTCOMES

By the end of this course, students will be able to:
1. IDENTIFY hazards in the home, laboratory and workplace that pose a
danger or threat to their safety or health, or that of others.
2. CONTROL unsafe or unhealthy hazards and propose methods to eliminate
the hazard.
3. PRESENT a coherent analysis of a potential safety or health hazard both
verbally and in writing citing the Occupational Health and Safety
regulations and other supported legislation.
4. DEMONSTRATE a comprehension of the changes created by WHMIS and
OSHA legislation in everyday life
COURSE OUTLINE
1. Health and Safety Foundations
• Nature and scope of health and safety
• Reasons/benefits and barriers for good practices of health and safety
• Legal framework and OHS Management System
• Fostering a Safety Culture
• Four principles of safety- RAMP (Recognize, Assess, Minimize, Prepare)
• Re-thinking safety-learning from incidents
• Safety ethics and rules
• Roles and responsibilities towards safety
• Building positive attitude towards safety
• Safety cultures in academic institutions
2. Recognizing and Communicating Hazards
• Hazards and Risk
• Types of hazards: Physical (mechanical and non-mechanical), Chemical
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Temperature, noise and vibration, falling and lifting etc.

Learning the language of safety: Signs, symbols and labels
Finding Hazard Information
Material safety data sheets
• Safety data sheets and the GHS (Globally Harmonized Systems)
3. Accidents & Their Effect on Industry
• Costs of accidents
• Time lost.
• Work injuries, parts of the body injured on the job
• Chemical burn injuries
• Construction injuries
• Fire injuries
4. Assessing and Minimizing the Risks from Hazards
• Risk Concept and Terminology
• Risk assessment procedure
• Risk Metric's
• Risk Estimation and Acceptability Criteria
• Principles of risk prevention
• Selection and implementation of appropriate Risk controls
• Hierarchy of controls
• Preparing for Emergency Response Procedures
• Fire
• Chemical Spill
• First Aid
• Safety Drills / Trainings:
• Firefighting
• Evacuation in case of emergency
5. Stress and Safety at Work Environment
• Workplace stress and sources
• Human reaction to workplace stress
• Measurement of workplace stress
• Shift work, stress and safety
• Improving safety by reducing stress
• Stress in safety managers
• Stress and workers compensation
• Incident Investigation
• Importance of investigation

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• Recording and reporting

• Techniques of investigation
• Monitoring
• Review
• Auditing Health and Safety
SUGGESTED TEACHING & ASSESSMENT METHODS
Suggested Teaching Methods
Lecturing (audio/video aids)
Written Assignments/Quizzes
Tutorials and case studies relevant to engineering disciplines.
Semester project
Guest speaker
Industrial/field visits, group discussion & report writing.
Suggested Assessment Methods Theory
Mid-semester exam, report writing/presentation, assignment, project
report, quizzes, end-semester exam.
One hour test(s)/Mid-term
Report writing/presentation.
Quiz tests/assignments/project reports
Final Exam
RECOMMENDED TEXT AND REFERENCE BOOKS
1. The A-Z of Health and Safety by Jeremy Stranks, 2006.
2. The Manager's Guide to Health & Safety at Work by Jeremy Stranks, 8th
edition, 2006.
3. Occupational Safety and Health Law Handbook by Ogletree, Deakins,
Nash, Smoak and Stewarts, second edition, 2008.

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Annexure A

NON-EXHAUSTIVE LIST OF CONSIDERED KEY PHRASES

IN UN SDGs

FOR MAPPING WITH BACHELORS OF ENGINEERING

PROGRAM

SDG-1 (1.5 …… reduce their exposure and vulnerability to climate-related

extreme events …..)
SDG-2 (2.4 ……………… implement resilient agricultural practices
……………….. adaptation to climate change, extreme weather, drought,
flooding and other disasters ….)
SDG-3 (3.6 …… halve the number of global deaths and injuries from road traffic
accidents)
SDG-3 (3.9 ……… air, water and soil pollution and contamination)
SDG-4 (4.3 ……… ensure equal access for all women and men …, including
university ……..)
SDG-4 (4.4 ………… increase the number of youth and adults ……., for
employment, decent jobs and entrepreneurship)
SDG-4 (4.5 ……… eliminate gender disparities in education ………..)
SDG-4 (4.7 ………. all learners acquire the knowledge and skills needed to
promote sustainable development………)
SDG-4 (4.c ……… substantially increase the supply of qualified
teachers………..)
SDG-5 (5.1 End all forms of discrimination against all women and girls
everywhere)
SDG-5 (5.5 …… Ensure women's full and effective participation ……… at all
levels……..)
SDG-6 (6.1 … access to safe and affordable drinking water for all)
SDG-6 (6.2 … adequate and equitable sanitation and hygiene for all and end
open defecation ..)
SDG-6 (6.3 ……… improve water quality by reducing pollution…...)
SDG-6 (6.4 …… increase water-use efficiency across all sectors …………..)
SDG-6 (6.5 …… implement integrated water resources management at all
levels……..)

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SDG-6 (6.a …… water harvesting, desalination, water efficiency, wastewater

treatment, recycling and reuse technologies………………………..)
SDG-6 (6.b …… improving water and sanitation management……..)
SDG-7 (7.b … expand infrastructure…..)
SDG-8 (8.3 …… decent job creation, entrepreneurship………..)
SDG-8 (8.6 ……… reduce the proportion of youth not in employment, education
or training….)
SDG-8 (8.8 ……… promote safe and secure working environments for all
workers……..)
SDG-9 (9.4 …… greater adoption of clean and environmentally sound
technologies and industrial processes………………………..)
SDG-9 (9.5 …… encouraging innovation and substantially increasing the
number of research and development workers………………………..)
SDG-9 (9.b Support domestic technology development, research and innovation
in developing countries……………………..)
SDG-9 (9.c significantly increase access to information and communications
technology…….)
SDG-10 (10.2 ……… empower and promote the social, economic ….. inclusion
of all……)
SDG-11 (11.2 …… access to safe, affordable, accessible and sustainable
transport systems for all……….)
SDG-11 (11.5 ……… reduce the number of deaths and the number of people
affected and substantially decrease the direct economic losses …… by disasters,
including water-related disasters………
SDG-11 (11.6 ………… special attention to air quality and municipal and other
waste management………)
SDG-11 (11.a ……… positive economic, social and environmental links
between urban, peri-urban and rural areas……………………..)
SDG-11 (11.c ……… resilient buildings utilizing local materials)
SDG-12 (12.2 …… achieve the sustainable management and efficient use of
natural resources)
SDG-12 (12.4 …… achieve the environmentally sound management of
chemicals and all wastes throughout their life cycle…………..)
SDG-12 (12.5 ………… substantially reduce waste generation through
prevention, reduction, recycling and reuse)
SDG-12 (12.7 Promote public procurement practices that are sustainable………)
SDG-12 (12.8 ………… relevant information and awareness for sustainable
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SDG-12 (12.a ………… more sustainable patterns of consumption and

production)
SDG-13 (13.1 Strengthen resilience and adaptive capacity to climate related
hazards and natural disasters……..)
SDG-13 (13.2 Integrate climate change measures………………..)
SDG-13 (13.3 Improve education, awareness-raising ……………. on climate
change mitigation, adaptation, impact reduction and early warning……..)
SDG-13 (13.b … effective climate change-related planning and
management…………..)
SDG-14 (14.1 ……… reduce marine pollution of all kinds……………………..)
SDG-14 (14.3 ………… impacts of ocean acidification…………………..)
SDG-15 (15.3 ……… land affected by desertification, drought and
floods…………..)
SDG-16 (16.3 ……… rule of law at the national and international
levels……………………..)
SDG-16 (16.5 …… reduce corruption and bribery in all their forms)
SDG-16 (16.6 ……… effective, accountable and transparent institutions at all
levels……..)
SDG-17 (17.1 Strengthen domestic resource mobilization………………..)
SDG-17 (17.13 ……… macroeconomic stability……………………..)
SDG-17 (17.17 ……… effective public, public private and civil society
partnerships……)

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Annexure B

MAPPING GUIDE OF SELECTED COURSES WITH SDGs

SOCIOLOGY FOR ENGINEERS

Credits: 02
Pre-Requisite: Nil

DESCRIPTION
This course is meant to provide engineering students, with an opportunity to
view the discipline of sociology from the engineering perspective and will
highlight its application to engineering profession. This will also enable the
engineers to fit their technical ideas into a socially acceptable product /project in
a more successful manner, with emphasis on UN SDGs.

Mapped SDGs:

DG-13 13.2 Integrate climate change

Climate Change measures………………..

COURSE LEARNING OUTCOMES

By the end of this course, students will be able to:
1. Introduce to the methods and philosophy of the social science to help their
understanding of the socio-cultural dimension of human existence as a
fundamental reality in engineering projects etc.
2. To provide opportunity for students to begin the process of considering
social problems/ issues while designing engineering products.
3. To allow engineers to play a pro-active role in critical discussions of social
issues specifically.
4. To demonstrate comprehension of roles and functions of various social
institutions, state organizations, Professional bodies and relationships for
analyzing their social impact Assessment.

COURSE OUTLINE
1. Fundamental Concepts and Importance of Sociology for Engineers
• What is sociology? Nature, Scope, and Importance of Sociology,
Sociological Perspectives and Theories, Social Interactions, Social Groups/
Social Institutions & heir interface with Engineering Project/services,

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Sociology & Impact of Technology & Engineering Products/Projects on

Society.
2. Cultural Impacts of Engineering Projects on Society
• Definition of Culture, Types of Culture & Elements of Culture, Culture &
Power, Authority, Dominance Socialization and Personality, Role of
Engineering Projects on Culture, social norms and values of Society,
Cultural Infusion of Engineers in Society.
3. Theoretical Perspective of Sociology: Diffusion and Innovation;
Adoption and Adaptation; Social development; Community
Development
• Community Development & Social consequences of Industrialization,
Development Processes of Societal Development, Cooperation and
Conflict in Community Development in Engineering Context.
4. Understanding of Societal & Ethical Norms and Values for Engineers
• Engineering Ethics, Engineering product/services for Less privileged, Role
of Engg & Technology in addressing Social inequality, Core Social
Values/Norms affecting Engg Performance
5. Organizational Social Responsibility (OSR) of Engineers
• Extent to which development intends to sensitize societal and under-
privileged needs
• Gender inclusiveness and balance
• Special and Disadvantaged Community of the Area
• Planning for community inclusiveness
• Societal Obligation of Engineers
6. Engineers, Society and Sustainability
• Social System and Concept of Sustainable Development Technology and
Development, Population Dynamics in Pakistan, Causes and Consequences
of Unplanned Urbanization, Community Development, Programs in
Pakistan, Community Organization & Engineering Projects, Population,
Technological & Industrial expansion and Development with focus on
social/human/ethical dimensions, UN SDGs.
7. Industrial & Organizational Psychology
• Interpersonal Relations, Interpersonal Behavior, Formation of Personal
Attitudes,Language and Communication, Motivations and Emotions,
Impact of Technology on human feelings and level of Sensitivity
8. Climate Change and Ecological Friendliness from Engineering
Perspective 173
• Ecological Processes, Ecosystem and Energy, Impact of Engineering
Projects on Eco System & Human Ecology, Industrial & Environmental

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impact on Population & General Masses, Technological Intervention,

Ecosystem and Physical Environment, Social Impact of Technology &
Engineering Products & Services (Solid Waste Disposal, Pollution control
etc)
9. Social Approaches and Methodologies for Development Administration
& Stakeholders Analysis
• All Phases of the Project (pre, post and execution) Structured, Focused
Group, Stakeholder Consultative Dialogues etc. Dynamics of Social
Change, Sociology of Change and Industrial Development, Social Change
due to Technology Driven Economic Growth.
10. SIA (Social Impact Assessment)
• Base line and need-assessment, evaluation and impact assessment surveys
of the development projects. Role of Engg & Technology for Creating
Social Cohesiveness & Societal Integration. Technology Based change in
Collective
Behavior, Social Audit of Engineering Projects.
11. Engineering Intervention for Social Stratification
• Factors of Social Stratification, Engineering Interventions for addressing
Social Stratification, Social Mobilization through Technological
Innovation.
12. Case Studies of Different Development Projects in Social Context

SUGGESTED TEACHING & ASSESSMENT METHODS

Suggested Teaching Methods
Lectures (audio/video aids) Written Assignments/ Quizzes, Tutorials
Case Studies relevant to engineering disciplines, Semester Project
Guest Speaker
Project/Field Visits Group discussion
Community Service Report Writing
Social Impact Review and Social Audit of Engg Project
Suggested Assessment Methods Theory
Mid Term,
Report writing/ Presentation Assignments
Project Report Quizzes
Final Term
SUGGESTED INSTRUCTIONAL/READING MATERIALS
1. Godhade, J. B., and S.T. Hunderkari. 2018. Social Responsibility of
Engineers.

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REINFORCED CONCRETE DESIGN-I

Credit Hours: 3+1 = 4

Pre-Requisites: Nil
DESCRIPTION
The purpose of this course is to provide students with a thorough understanding
of the design of reinforced concrete buildings/structures with particular
emphasis on using the locally available steel rebars and concrete. Topics
covered will include: Properties, Application and Testingof Plain Concrete,
Basic Principles for Reinforced Concrete design, design of beams and slabs for
flexure and shear; detailing of flexural and shear reinforcement; behaviour of
reinforced concrete members under combined flexure and axial load; design of
short columns; as well as detailing of steel for bond & development length and
laps & splices, with focus on local practices.

Mapped SDGs:

SDG-11 11.c ……… resilient buildings utilizing

Sustainable Cities and Communities local materials local materials

COURSE LEARNING OUTCOMES

1. At the end of the course, the students will be able to:
2. ILLUSTRATE various properties of concrete.
3. DESIGN various structural reinforced concrete elements.
4. PRACTICE experiments on concrete for suitable use.
COURSE OUTLINE
1. Plain Concrete (Properties, Application and Testing)
• Concrete constituent material and its mechanical properties
• Properties of freshly mixed concrete
• Durability aspects and factors contributing towards durability
• Creep and shrinkage of concrete
• Mix design and quality control
• Additives and admixtures
• Air entrainment
• Lightweight concrete
• Hot and cold weather concrete
• Precast concrete with special reference to cement concrete blocks

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• Determination of fundamental structural properties of concrete and non-

destructive testing (NDT)
2. Reinforced Concrete (Basic Principles, Working Stress and Ultimate
Strength Method)
• Basic principles of reinforced concrete design and associated assumptions,
behavior of reinforced concrete members in flexure, design philosophy,
design codes, facto of safety and load factors, prevailing methods of design
of reinforced concrete members.
• Working stress method, serviceability criteria and checks for deflection,
crack width, and crack spacing, Importance of working stress method
related to pre-stress.
• Ultimate strength method, analysis of prismatic and non-prismatic sections
in flexure, compatibility-based analysis of sections and code requirements
for flexure 177
3. Structural Framing and Load Calculations of a Simple Structure for
Gravity Design
• Structural framing
• Load calculations, types of basic loads, service and factored load
combinations
• Load distribution and calculations for slabs, beams, columns and footings
4. Slab Analysis and Design for Gravity Loading
• One-way solid and ribbed slabs
• Two-way solid slabs using coefficient method
• General discussion on other slab systems
• Design detailing
5. Beam Analysis and Design for Gravity Loading
• Flexure analysis and design of beams (singly, doubly, rectangle section,
T/L sections, simple span, one end and both end continuous)
• Shear analysis and design of beams
• Design detailing
6. Columns
• Analysis of sections in pure compression,
• Design of short columns under pure compression and with eccentric
loading,
• Design detailing
• Footings
• Isolated footings
• Structural design of simple rectangular footing and combined footing.
• Design detailing

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7. Steel Detailing (Bond, Anchorage & Development Length)

• Design and detailing for bond, anchorage, development length, laps and
splices

OURSE OUTLINE (PRACTICALS)

The following practicals may be carried out for the course.
1. To study the compressive strength of concrete using cube and cylinder.
2. To prepare mix design for various strengths of concrete.
3. To find workability of concrete using slump cone method, compacting
factor method, VeBe time method.
4. To study the effect of w/c ratio on the strength of concrete.
5. To study effect of aggregate/cement ratio of workability and compressive
strength of concrete.
6. To determine the strength of concrete using core extraction and to discuss
the results from control cylindrical samples.
7. To study the ultrasonic pulse velocity test and Schmidt hammer test on
hardened
8. Concrete.
9. To study the behaviour of balanced reinforced, under-reinforced and over-
reinforced concrete flexural members.
10. To study the behaviour of shear deficient flexural members. 178
11. To study the permeability of concrete samples with various mix ratio.

SUGGESTED TEACHING & ASSESSMENT METHODS

Suggested Teaching Methods
Lecturing
Laboratory Demonstration
Written Assignments
Guest Speaker
Field Visits
Suggested Assessment Methods Theorey
One hour test(s)/Mid-semester Exam (s)
Quiz tests, Assignments, Project Reports/Term Paper/Presentations
Final Exam
Suggested Assessment Methods Practicals
Laboratory Participation
Laboratory Report/Manual
Laboratory Quiz /Viva Voce

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RECOMMENDED TEXT AND REFERENCE BOOKS

1. David Darwin, Charles Dolan, Arthur Nilson, (2016) Design of Concrete
Structures. 15th (or latest) Edition., McGraw-Hill.

2. James K Wight and James G. Macgregor, Reinforced design: Mechanics

and design, (2011), 6th (or latest) Edition.

3. M. Neville, (2011), Properties of Concrete, 5th edition, John Wiley.

4. Hassoun, M. N. & Al-Manaseer, A, (2015), Structural Concrete: Theory

and Design, 7th (or latest) Edition.

5. Chu-Kia Wang, Charles G. Salmon, José A. Pincheira, (2017), Reinforced

Concrete Design, Wiley; 8th (or latest) Edition.

6. N.V.Nayak & A.K.Jain, Handbook on Advanced Concrete Technology.

7. Concrete Structures, Part-I, 3rd (or latest) Edition, by Zahid Ahmed

Siddiqi, 2016.

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