ACADEMIC PROGRAMMES OF THE DEPARTMENT OF CIVIL ENGINEERING
1. Overview of the department
2. Admission Requirements for the Postgraduate Programmes
3. Bachelor of Engineering Programme
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4. Master of Engineering Programme and Doctor of Philosophy Programme in Structural Engineering
5. Master of Engineering Programme and Doctor of Philosophy Programme in Water Resources and Environmental Engineering
6. Master of Engineering Programme and Doctor of Philosophy Programme in Construction Engineering and Management
7. Master of Engineering Programme and Doctor of Philosophy Programme in Soil and Geotechnical Engineering
8. Master of Engineering Programme and Doctor of Philosophy Programme in Highway and Transport Engineering
9. Postgraduate Course Synopsis
1. OVERVIEW OF DEPARTMENT OF CIVIL ENGINEERING
The Department of Civil Engineering of Michael Okpara University of Agriculture, Umudike was established to adopt the technical, vocational education and training (TVET) module in order to produce self-reliant graduates who are well grounded in a broad sense in theoretical and practical aspects of Civil Engineering, in universities, industry or private practice. The programme is also designed to develop the entrepreneurial capabilities of the students for economic development. The Department of Civil Engineering offers Honours Degree in Bachelor of Engineering (B. Eng.) in Civil Engineering. The duration for the degree programme in the department is five (5) years of ten (10) semesters. The course is concerned with the planning, design, construction, maintenance and environmental impact of buildings, roads, airports, waterways, railways, bridges, tunnels, docks, offshore structure, dams, water supply, drainage and irrigation systems/schemes, and other major works. The Programme in Civil Engineering is designed to produce engineers that can meet the challenges in the afore-mentioned areas through service in governmental agencies/establishments, the building and construction industry.
The structure of Civil Engineering courses as taught in Michael Okpara University of Agriculture Umudike is such that the students are introduced to and engaged in the core curriculum in line with global standard. Additional courses are added to the courses suggested by accreditation standards in such a way as to facilitate a complete civil engineering graduate that is up-to-date with the current global advancement drive. The Students Work Experience Programme (SWEP) is incorporated in over a period of eight-weeks during the long vacation and the Students Industrial Work Experience Scheme (SIWES) in over a period of six consecutive months after the First semester of 400 level, and is spent in the industries.
2. ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS
To be eligible for admission to the PG programme of the department, candidate must have the basic UME requirements. English language, Mathematics, Chemistry and Physics at credit level are compulsory for Civil Engineering postgraduate students, Plus one other relevant subject at credit level specific to engineering.
Postgraduate Diploma (PGD)
To be eligible for admission to the PGD programme, candidate must be holder of pass or third class Honours first degree in a relevant discipline from any recognized University or holders of Higher National Diploma (HND) at the Upper credit level in a relevant discipline. For unclassified HND certificates, a CGPA of 3.50 (5.00 point scale) and 3.00 (4-point scale) or 60% shall be taken as equivalent.
Masters Degree(M.ENG)
To be eligible for admission to the master’s of Engineering degree programme, candidates must:
i. Be graduates of this University or any other University in Nigeria recognized by senate and shall have obtained a first degree with at least a second class honours 2.5 0n 5.00 point scale or 2.0 on 4.00 point scale.
ii. Possession of first degree with third class honours from a recognized University and at least (3.50) at postgraduate diploma in a relevant field or
iii. Possess HND with at least lower credit (3.50) plus at least an upper credit at postgraduate diploma (3.50) in a relevant field from a recognized institution or
iv. Any other certificate or qualification that may be acceptable to senate.
Doctor of philosophy Degree (Ph.D)
To be eligible for admission to the Doctorate of Philosophy degree programme, a candidate shall have obtained a master’s degree which includes course work and research from this University or any other recognized University by Senate in relevant discipline with CGPA of 3.50 on 5.00 point scale or 3.00 on 4.00 point scale or 60%
3. STRUCTURAL ENGINEERING
M.ENG. PROGRAMME
FIRST SEMESTER
Course Code Course Title Units Status LH PH
ECE 800 Thesis 6 C 30 –
ECE 810 Research Methodology in Civil Engineering 2 C 30 –
ECS 811 Finite Element Method 3 C 30 –
ECS 812 Elastic Theory of Plates and Shells 3 C 30 –
ECS 813 Dynamics of Structures 3 C 30 –
ECE 811 Concrete Materials and Resins 3 E 30 –
ECE 812 Properties of Concrete and its Materials 3 E 30 –
ECS 814 Stability of Structures 3 E 30 –
ECS 815 Advanced Analysis and Design of Timber Structures 3 E 30 –
ECS 816 Soil Structure Interaction 3 E 30 –
Total 23 210 –
SECOND SEMESTER
Course Code Course Title Units Status LH PH
ECE 801 Seminar 2 C 45 –
ECE 821 Computational Methods in Civil Engineering 3 C 45 –
ECS 821 Theory of Elasticity 3 C 45 –
ECS 822 Advanced Reinforced and Prestressed Concrete Design 3 C 45 –
ECE 822 Advanced Optimization Technique 3 E 45 –
ECS 823 Analysis and Design of Bridges 3 E 45 –
ECS 824 Seismic Analysis of Structures 3 E 45 –
ECS 825 Finite Strip Method 3 E 45 –
ECS 826 Advanced Design of Steel and Composite Structures 3 E 45 –
Total 17 270 –
*E= Elective(2 + 2), *C= Core
PhD PROGRAMME
FIRST SEMESTER
Course Code Course Title Units Status LH PH
ECE 911 Research Methodology in Civil Engineering 2 C 30 –
ECS 911 Theory and Applications of Thin-Walled Structures 2 C 30 –
ECS 912 Applications of Finite Strip and Finite Element Methods 2 C 30 –
ECE 900 PhD Dissertation 12 C – 240
Total 18 90 240
SECOND SEMESTER
Course Code Course Title Units Status LH PH
ECE 901 Seminar 2 C 30 –
ECE 921 Advanced Mathematical Modelling and Computer Applications 2 C 30 –
ECE 922 Operations Research in Civil Engineering 2 C 30 –
ECS 921 Earthquake Engineering 2 C 30 –
Total 8 120 –
*C = Core
4. WATER RESOURCES AND ENVIRONMENTAL ENGINEERING OPTION
M.Eng Programme
FIRST SEMESTER
Course Code Course Title Units Status LH PH
ECE 800 Thesis 6 C – 180
ECE 810 Research Methodology in Civil Engineering 2 C 30 –
ECW 811 Advanced Applied Hydraulics 2 C 30 –
ECW 812 Unit Operations in Water and Waste Water Treatment 3 C 45 –
ECW 813 Water Supply Planning and Management 2 C 30 –
ECW 814
Advanced Hydrology 2 C 30 –
ECE 813 Soil Erosion 3 E 45 –
ECW 815 Hydroelectric Engineering 3 E 45 –
Total 20 240 180
SECOND SEMESTER
Course Code Course Title Units Status LH PH
ECE 801 Seminar 2 C 30 –
ECE 821 Computational Methods in Civil Engineering 3 C 45 –
ECW 821 Design of Water and Sewage Collection Systems 2 C 30 –
ECW 822 Environmental Health Engineering 2 C 45 –
ECW 823 Contaminant Transport and Water Quality 2 C 45 –
ECE 822 Advanced Optimization Technique 3 E 45 –
ECG 821 Dams, Embankments and Seepage 3 E 45 –
ECW 824 Environmental Impact Assessment 3 E 45 –
ECW 825 Advanced Ground Water Flow Analysis 3 E 45 –
ECW 826 Solid Waste Engineering 3 E 45 –
Total 17 285 –
*E = Elective (1 + 2), *C = Core
PhD Programme
FIRST SEMESTER
Course Code Course Title Units Status LH PH
ECE 911 Research Methodology in Civil Engineering 2 C 30 –
ECW 911 Hydrodynamics 2 C 30 –
ECW 912 Environmental Impact Assessment and Economic Analysis 2 C 30 –
ECE 900 PhD Dissertation 12 C – 240
Total 18 90 240
SECOND SEMESTER
Course Code Course Title Units Status LH PH
ECE 901 Seminar 2 C 30 –
ECE 921 Advanced Mathematical Modelling and Computer Applications 2 C 30 –
ECE 922 Operations Research in Civil Engineering 2 C 30 –
ECW 921 Advanced Environmental Engineering 2 C 30 –
Total 8 120 –
*C = Core
5. CONSTRUCTION ENGINEERING AND MANAGEMENT
M.Eng Programme
FIRST SEMESTER
Course Code Course Title Units Status LH PH
ECE 800 Thesis 6 C – 180
ECE 810 Research Methodology in Civil Engineering 2 C 30 –
ECE 812 Properties of Concrete and its Materials 3 C 45 –
ECC 811 Construction Logistics and Estimation 3 C 45 –
ECH 811 Materials and Methods for the Construction of Highways 3 C 45 –
ECG 811 Subsurface Exploration and Testing of Soils 3 E 45 –
ECH 814 Bridges and Culverts 3 E 45 –
ECC 812 Management Information Systems in Construction 3 E 45 –
ECC 813 Construction Methods of Foundations and Retaining walls 3 E 45 –
ECS 815
Advanced Analysis and Design of Timber Structures 3 E 45 –
Total 23 255 180
SECOND SEMESTER
Course Code Course Title Units Status LH PH
ECE 801 Seminar 2 C 30 –
ECE 821 Computational Methods in Civil Engineering 3 C 45 –
ECC 821 Management of Construction 2 C 30 –
ECC 822 Prefabricated Structures 2 C 30 –
ECW 824 Environmental Impact Assessment 2 C 30 –
ECE 822 Advanced Optimization Technique 3 E 45 –
ECS 822 Advanced Reinforced and Prestressed Concrete Design 3 E 45 –
ECC 823 Management of Infrastructure Mega Projects 3 E 45 –
ECS 826 Advanced Design of Steel and Composite Structures 3 E 45 –
Total 14 210 –
*E = Elective (2 + 1), *C = Core
PhD Programme
FIRST SEMESTER
Course Code Course Title Units Status LH PH
ECE 911 Research Methodology in Civil Engineering 2 C 30 –
ECC 911 Advanced Methods in Prefabrication of Structures 2 C 30 –
ECW 912 Environmental Impact Assessment and Economic Analysis 2 C 30 –
ECE 900 PhD Dissertation 12 C – 240
Total 18 90 240
SECOND SEMESTER
Course Code Course Title Units Status LH PH
ECE 901 Seminar 2 C 30 –
ECE 921 Advanced Mathematical Modelling and Computer Applications 2 C 30 –
ECE 922 Operations Research in Civil Engineering 2 C 30 –
ECC 921 Advanced Methods in Management of Construction 2 C 30 –
Total 8 120 –
*C = Core
6. SOIL AND GEOTECHNICAL ENGINEERING
M.Eng Programme
FIRST SEMESTER
Course Code Course Title Units Status LH PH
ECE 800 Thesis 6 C – 180
ECE 810 Research Methodology in Civil Engineering 2 C 30 –
ECG 811 Subsurface Exploration and Testing of Soils 3 C 45 –
ECG 812 Advanced Theoretical Soil Mechanics 2 C 30 –
ECG 813 Engineering Geology of Sediments 2 C 30 –
ECG 814 Foundations on Soils 2 C 30 –
ECE 813 Soil Erosion 3 E 45 –
ECS 816 Soil Structure Interaction 3 E 45 –
ECG 815 Ground Engineering 3 E 45
Total 20 300 180
SECOND SEMESTER
Course Code Course Title Units Status LH PH
ECE 801 Seminar 2 C 30 –
ECE 821 Computational Methods in Civil Engineering 3 C 45 –
ECG 821 Dams, Embankment and Seepage 3 C 45 –
ECG 822 Stability of Slopes 2 C 30 –
ECG 823 Laboratory and Field Techniques 1 C 15 –
ECE 822 Advanced Optimization Technique 3 E 45 –
ECG 824 Earth Pressure 3 E 45 –
ECG 825 Soil Instrumentation 3 E 45 –
ECS 824 Seismic Analysis of Structures 3 E 45 –
ECS 825 Finite Strip Method 3 E 45 –
Total 17 C 255 –
*E = Elective (1 + 2), *C = Core
PhD Programme
FIRST SEMESTER
Course Code Course Title Units Status LH PH
ECE 911 Research Methodology in Civil Engineering 2 C 30 –
ECG 911 Theory and Measurement of Shear Strength & Deformation 2 C 30 –
ECG 912 Environmental Geotechnique 2 C 30 –
ECE 900 PhD Dissertation 12 C – 240
Total 18 90 240
SECOND SEMESTER
Course Code Course Title Units Status LH PH
ECE 901 Seminar 2 C 30 –
ECE 921 Advanced Mathematical Modelling and Computer Applications 2 C 30 –
ECE 922 Operations Research in Civil Engineering 2 C 30 –
ECG 921 Soil Dynamics 2 C 30 –
Total 8 120 –
*C = Core
7. HIGHWAY AND TRANSPORTATION ENGINEERING OPTION
FIRST SEMESTER
Course Code Course Title Units Status LH PH
ECE 800 Thesis 6 C – 180
ECE 810 Research Methodology in Civil Engineering 2 C 30 –
ECH 811 Materials and Methods for the Construction of Highway 3 C 45 –
ECH 812 Geometric and Formation Design of Highway 3 C 45 –
ECH 813 Pavement Analysis and Design 3 C 45 –
ECE 813 Soil Erosion 3 E 45 –
ECH 814 Bridges and Culverts 3 E 45 –
Total 20 210 180
SECOND SEMESTER
Course Code Course Title Units Status LH PH
ECE 801 Seminar 2 C 30 –
ECE 821 Computational Methods in Civil Engineering 3 C 45 –
ECH 821 Transportation Engineering and Operations 2 C 30 –
ECH 822 Drainage and Maintenance of Highway 2 C 30 –
ECH 823 Advanced Surveying and Photogrammetry 2 C 30 –
ECE 822 Advanced Optimization Technique 3 E 45 –
ECH 824 Transportation Economics and Policy 3 E 45 –
ECH 825 Geo-Informatics in Transportation Engineering 3 E 45 –
ECH 826 Transports and Environment 3 E 45 –
ECH 827 Transport Modeling 3 E 45 –
Total 17 255 –
*E = Elective (1 + 2), *C = Core
PhD Programme
FIRST SEMESTER
Course Code Course Title Units Status LH PH
ECE 911 Research Methodology in Civil Engineering 2 C 30 –
ECH 911 Systems Engineering Techniques in Transport Studies 2 C 30 –
ECH 912 Operations of Existing and Alternative Transport Systems 2 C 30 –
ECE 900 PhD Dissertation 12 C – 240
Total 18 90 240
SECOND SEMESTER
Course Code Course Title Units Status LH PH
ECE 901 Seminar 2 C 30 –
ECE 921 Advanced Mathematical Modelling and Computer Applications 2 C 30 –
ECE 922 Operations Research in Civil Engineering 2 C 30 –
ECH 921 Advanced Transport Modeling 2 C 30 –
Total 8 120 –
*C = Core
8. COURSE SYNOPSIS
ECE 810: Research Methodology in Civil Engineering (2 units)
Meaning and importance of Research- Types of Research- Selection and formulation or Research problem. Research design – Need – Features – Inductive, Deductive and Development of Models. Development of Research Plan – Exploration, Description, Diagnosis, and Experimentation, Determination of Experimental and Sample Designs. Analysis of Literature Review. Hypothesis – Different Types – Significance – Development of Working Hypothesis. Research Methods: Scientific method vs Arbitrary Method, Logical Scientific Methods: Deductive, Inductive, Deductive – Inductive, pattern of Deductive – Inductive logical process – Different types of inductive logical methods. Data collection and Evaluation: Sources of Data – Primary, Secondary and Tertiary. Types of Data – Categorical, Nominal & Ordinal. Methods of Collecting Data: Observation, Field Investigations, Direct Studies – Reports, Records or Experimental Observations. Sampling Methods – Data Processing and Analysis Strategies – Graphical Representation – Descriptive Analysis – Infererntial Analysis – Correlation Analysis – Least Square Method – Data Analysis using Statistical Package – Hypothesis – Testing – Generalization and Interpretation – Modelling. Environmental Impacts – Ethical Issues – Ethical Committees – Commercialization – Copy right – Royalty – Intellectual Property Rights – Reproduction of Published Material – Plagiarism – Citation and Acknowledgement – Reproducibility and Accountability.
ECE 811: Concrete Materials and Resins (3 Units)
Manufacture of Portland cement, types and there properties; cementitious materials of different types, there properties and uses; properties of natural aggregates. Sources of natural aggregates in Nigeria: synthetic aggregates; Blending of aggregates. Effect of aggregate on the behavior of concrete. Concretes with particular properties. Resins types, properties and applications.
ECE 812: Properties of Concrete and its Materials (3 Units)
Concrete mix design: the principle of mixtures of particulate systems; classification, properties and behavior of concreting materials; review and details of methods of concrete mix design; production of concrete; storage of concreting materials, batching; different types of concrete mixers and their uses; transportation of concrete mixers and their uses; transportation of concrete mixes, dumper trucks, conveyer belts, cranes mobile pumps etc; placement and compaction of concrete in formwork; concrete pressure on formwork and formwork design. Quality control; properties of fresh concrete and the methods of their measurement, classical approach to quality control of concrete, accelerated concrete curing and concrete maturity for quality control.
ECE 813: Soil Erosion (3 Units)
The significance of geographical, geomorphological and geological processes in soil erosion occurrence. Causes, processes and occurrence of soil erosion in Nigeria. Mechanics of sheet erosion. The universal soil loss equation and other models. Gully erosion and its evaluation, erosion gully growth model; the mechanics of gully erosion and the analytical procedures for investigating gully formation and growth. Socio-economic consequences of soil erosion. Management of soil erosion.
ECE 821: Computational Methods in Civil Engineering (3 units)
Revision of computer progrmming. Computational methods for solving system of linear and non-linear equations. Roots of equations. Eigne-value problems. Numerical differentiation and integration. Runge-kutta methods. Finite difference methods. Finite element methods. Applications of finite difference and finite element methods in Civil Engineering. Optimization techniques and multivariate analysis. Computer Programming in high level language like MATLAB. Application of different software in solving engineering problems. Use of computer-based statistical packages.
ECE 822: Advanced Optimization Technique (3 Units)
Study of theories and applications of techniques for analysis and optimization of industrial operations; linear programming, transportation models, integer programming, goal programming, dynamic programming and non-linear programming. Network analysis, Queuing Theory, decision analysis, Markov processes. Development of the fundamentals and techniques of simulating business and industrial systems. Monte-Carlo techniques and Computer applications.
ECC 811: Construction Logistics and Estimation (3 units)
Estimating procedures for construction materials and transportation. Soil behavior and related geotechnical problems are presented. Equipment, excavation calculations, site grades and rough grading concepts are presented. Excess and Borrow- (Mass Diagrams as schedule permit.) Dewatering and finish grading. Piles. The contract system; types of agreements including lump-sum, unit price, and cost-plus-fee. Bid bonds, performance bonds and labor/material bonds. Related costs.CSI Divisions; invitations and instructions to bidders; bid proposal forms; general conditions; supplementary general conditions; alternates and errors within the specifications. Organization and preparation of the estimate; planning the estimate including site investigation, materials, methodology, errors and omissions. Overhead/profit/ contingencies and labor. Specifications for brick, tile, stone and concrete masonry. Mortar, accessories, reinforcing bars. Structural metals, joists, decking; board measure, framing, ceilings and roof assemblies. Doors, hardware, glass, accessories.
ECC 812: Management Information Systems in Construction (3 Units)
Students will be introduced to: Concepts of systems infrastructure, data, information, knowledge, technology, user requirements analysis, evolution of ICT systems in construction, methodologies used in building information systems, computing paradigms (e.g. Object-Oriented systems analysis and development), programming languages and constructs such as BASIC, JAVA etc. Systems development: Decision Support Systems (DSS) framework, Database Management Systems (data, information and construction process modelling), Knowledge Management and Socio-technical aspects of information systems in construction, ICT Applications in Construction including state-of-the-art IT tools and Artificial Intelligence (AI) techniques, Web-based project management, e-Business & e-Construct, ICT & Knowledge Management Systems in Construction, Benchmarks, benefits, costs, barriers and enablers, and risks in ICT in construction., Systems selection and acquisition. Implementing new systems within construction organisations and Case studies.
ECC 813: Construction Method of Foundations and Retaining Walls (3 units)
Special features of foundation. Site exploration. Pile and Caisson foundations. Raft foundation. Earth retaining Structures. Cofferdams. Tunnels and conduits. Retaining walls. The stability of vertical cuts and of slopes. Lateral earth pressures. Compaction and stabilization of soil.
ECC 821: Management of Construction (2 Units)
Construction industry, management history. Management theory with particular reference to the construction industry, decision theory, evaluating risk and uncertainty, probability theory, estimating and building theory. Budgeting, balance sheets and company finance. Construction planning; network analysis and precedence diagrams, pert and line of balance. Scheduling of repetitive construction work. Cost benefit analysis. Plant management: selection, classification, purchasing and replacement. Hiring, leasing operation, maintenance and performance. Manpower planning, contract procedure. Optimization of construction techniques.
ECC 822: Prefabricated Structures (2 Units)
Introduction: Need for Prefabrication – Principles – Materials – Modular Coordination – Standardization – Systems – Production – Transportation – Erection.
Prefabricated Components: Behaviour of Structural Components – Large Panel Constructions – Construction of Roof and Floor Slabs – Wall Panels – Columns – Shear Walls.
Design Principles: Disuniting of Structures – Design of Cross Section Based on Efficiency of Material Used – Problem in Design because of Joint Flexibility – Allowance for joint deformation.
Joint in Structural Members: Joints for different Structural Connections – Dimensions and Detailing – Design of Expansion Joints.
Design for Abnormal Loads: Progressive Collapse – Code Provisions – Equivalent Design Loads for Considering Abnormal effects such as Earthquakes, Cyclones, etc., – Importance of Avoidance of Progressive Collapse.
ECC 823: Management of Infrastructure Megaprojects (3 Units)
Due process in project procurement, Procurement systems for infrastructure megaprojects (e.g. BOOT, PPP, PFI. Partnering etc), Megaproject risks: Risk analysis & management, Managing multiparty contractual links, Work package design & Interface Management, Decision Analysis (Methods & Tools) for Infrastructure project management, Critical Success Factors & Best Practices, Critical Infrastructure Systems & Security Vulnerability Analysis, Infrastructure Sustainability: Assessment Methods & Tools, Case Studies (Local & International).
ECG 811: Subsurface Exploration and Testing of Soil (3 Units)
Planning of subsurface exploration, principles, features and operations of major methods of subsurface exploration; ground water observation. Method and equipment for soil sampling and their application in various soil types; disturbance to soil samples handling and preservation of soil sample; boring and sampling records. Modern techniques of triaxial, consolidation and permeability tests for fully and partially saturated soil; recent developments in tests for pavement design; other specialized tests.
ECG 812: Advanced Theoretical Soil Mechanics (2 Units)
Clay mineralogy. Effective stress and strength characteristics of fully and partially saturated soil; stress paths, concept and theories of critical state soil mechanics. Soil suction. Three dimensional consolidation theory and testing. One Dimensional Consolidation of Clays. Three- Dimensional Consolidation; Secondary Consolidations.
ECG 813: Engineering Geology of Sediments (2 units)
The relationship between the Geology of Sediments and their Engineering Properties, including classification and description. Brief case histories. Mass, structural, Textural and Mineralogical composition of sediments. Tropical soils, residual Soils. Weathering Process and Products. Pure and Applied Clay Mineralogy and Subsequent Composition, Depositional Environments and Subsequent Geological Changes on the Behavior of Sediments. The Origin of Naturally Occurring Structurally Unstable Soils.
ECG 814: Foundation on Soils (2 units)
Principles of Foundation design. Heave and Collapse of Desiccated Soils. The Estimate of Ultimate Bearing Capacity and Settlement of Footings, Rafts and Piles Constructed in free Draining and Non- Free Draining Soils.
ECG 815: Ground Engineering (3 Units)
Soil compaction and stabilization: subsidence of fills: grouting, vibroflotation, dewatering and other ground treatment technologies: reinforced Earth and ground anchors.
ECG 821: Dams, Embankments and Seepage (3 Units)
Investigation of dam sites. Different types of dams and their choice. Foundation treatment and control of erosion below spillways. Flood flow and spillways. Earth and rockfill dams. Gravity and arch dams. Design of embankments. Problems of stability seepage and piping below dams. Model’s studies. Flow nets and seepage forces. Quick sand phenomenon. Conformal mapping techniques. Dewatering of open excavations and other special techniques. Filters, their uses and principles of design.
ECG 822: Stability of Slopes (2 units)
Morphological and geotechnical classification of landslide and other mass movements. Methods of stability analysis for two- and three-dimensional failures in granular and cohesive soils and in rocks. Toppling failures. Short term, intermediate and long-term conditions. Back-analysis techniques. Case records. Shear strength parameters, Site investigation of landslides, Slope development, Stabilisation measures.
ECG 823: Laboratory and Field Techniques (3 units)
Principles of the laboratory measurement of load, stress, strain and porewater pressure. Measurement with electronic sensors. Model analysis. Site investigation. Soil sampling and drilling. Sounding Test. In-situ strength. In situ stresses. Earth pressure cells. Displacement monitoring. Piezometers. Field loading tests.
ECG 824: Earth Pressure (2 units)
Earth pressure in the at-rest, active and passive states in sands and clays. The influence of groundwater. The initial and long-term stability of earth retaining structures. The design of gravity and sheet pile walls. The stability of strutted and slurry trenches. Earth pressure on rigid structures.
ECG 825: Soil Instrumentation (3 Units)
Special instruments for soil exploration and field testing; Peizometers, settlement gauges, Strain gauges inclinometers; pressure meters. Instruments for geophysical exploration like electrical resistivity and seismic refraction surveys, instruments for terrain evaluation, aerial photography. Special instruments for laboratory testing of soil like pore pressure and volume change measuring instruments. High pressure triaxial cells.
ECH 811: Materials and Methods for the Construction of Highway (3 Units)
Road formation, preparation of scheme and road surveys, subsoil, material for subgrade; laterite; composition and properties of bituminous materials. Cost analysis of road works. Critical path method for organization of the works. Stabilization. Concrete road construction.
ECH 812: Geometric and Formation Design of Highway (3 Units)
Road classification, design speed, road cross-section elements, sight distance. Vertical and horizontal alignments Route location earth work calculation, cost analysis of earthwork. Review of Federal Highway Code.
ECH 813: Pavement Design and Analysis (3 Units)
Principles of pavement design; Traffic considerations in pavement design; Pavement material characterization; Analysis of flexible pavements; Flexible pavement design methods; Analysis of concrete pavements; Concrete pavement design methods; Pavement evaluation techniques; Pavement overlay design methods.
ECH 814: Bridges and Culverts (3 Units)
Bridge location surveys, types of highway bridges and culverts. Selection of appropriate bridge/culvert structure. Design and evaluation.
Fourtsmal aspects, Typology of statistical schemes. Detailed analysis of bridge decks, piers and footings. Prestressing of long continuous elements. Soil testing: settlement forecast. Construction technology. Structural Analysis and Design of Culverts.
ECH 821: Transportation Engineering and Operations (3 units)
Engineering and operational characteristics of different means of transport: track, vehicle and their interaction; power, acceleration, speed, breaking, and guidance; carrying capacity, costs including maintenance and fuel consumption; risk of accident and injury. The road system: range of functions; parameters of traffic flow; capacity and level of service; junction delay; design of highways and free-flow junctions; design and operation of priority junctions, roundabouts and traffic signals; provision for pedestrians, cyclists, parking and loading; traffic management and control. Railway systems: range of functions; aspects of operations more relevant to transport planning. Passenger transport. Freight transport.
ECH 822: Drainage and Maintenance of Highway (2 Units)
Types of drainage. Storm water drainage design hydrologic analysis and hydraulic design. Drainage conduits: channels, ditches, pipes and culverts, subsurface drainage. Maintenance of highway: maintenance criteria, maintenance of paved and unpaved roads.
ECH 823: Advanced surveying and Photogrammetry (2 units)
Modern surveying electronic equipments: digital levels, digital theodolites, EDMs, Total stations; Principles, working and applications; Lasers in surveying. Photogrammetric terms; Applications; Type of photographs; Perspective geometry of near vertical and tilted photographs, heights and tilt distortions; Flight planning; Stereoscopy, base lining, floating marks, parallax equation and stereo measurements for height determination; Developments in photogrammetry: analogue, analytical and digital methods; photogrammetric instruments. Introduction- Remote sensing system- data acquisition and processing; Applications; Multi concept in remote sensing. Physical basis of remote sensing- Electro-magnetic radiation (EMR)- nature, nomenclature and radiation laws; Interaction in atmosphere- nature, its effects in various wavelength regions, atmospheric windows; Interaction at ground surface- soils and rocks, vegetation, water, etc.; Geometric basis of interaction. Platform and sensors- Terrestrial, aerial and space platforms; Orbital characteristics of space platforms, sun- and geo-synchronous; Sensor systems- radiometers, optomechanical and push broom sensor; Resolution- spectral, spatial, radiometric and temporal; Data products from various air and spaceborne sensors- aerial photographs, LiDAR, Landsat, SPOT, IRS, ERS, IKONOS, etc. Image interpretation- Elements of interpretation; Manual and digital interpretation; Field verification. Components of GIS- data acquisition, spatial and attribute data, pre-processing, storage and management; Data structures- raster and vector data; GIS analysis functions; Errors and corrections; Data presentation and generation of thematic maps; Application.
ECH 824: Transportation Economics and Policy (2 units)
Introduction to economic theory: application of economic concepts to transport etc. Economic evaluation, policy. Comprehensive evaluation of plans and policies.
ECH 825: Geo-Informatics in Transportation Engineering (3 Units)
Concepts of geo informatics. Data, and database: (a) Concept of geo-informatics. (b) Land use and transportation data for GIS and c. Data Base development; Transport Network and Maps: a). Map generation and analysis b). Transportation Network Development and Algorithm; GIS applications in Transportation a). Transportation models and their applications using GIS b) GIS-T applications c). Intelligent Transport Systems d). Case Studies.
ECH 826: Transport and the Environment (3 units)
Environmental effects of transport. Environmental factors in design. Environmental assessment of transport schemes.
ECH 827: Advanced Transport Modelling (3 units)
Introduction conceptual and theoretical developments. Modeling transport demand and supply. Estimation techniques. Further topics.
ECS 811: Finite Element Method (3 units)
One dimensional FEM: Stiffness matrix for beam and bar elements – shape functions. Two dimensional FEM: Different types of elements for plane stress and plane strain analysis – displacement models – generalized coordinates – shape functions – convergent and compatibility requirements – geometric invariance – natural coordinate system – area and volume coordinates – generation of element stiffness and nodal load matrices. Introduction to Finite Element Analysis of Plates: basic theory of plate bending – thin plate theory – stress resultants – Mindlin’s approximations – formulation of 4-noded isoperimetric quadrilateral plate element – Shell Element. Three dimensional FEM. Applications to Plates, Folded Plates, Bridges and Other Continuum Structures.
ECS 812: Elastic Theory of Plates and Shells (3 Units)
Fundamental assumptions. Equation of statics equilibrium by energy method and static method. Solutions of rectangular, circular and annular plates for various support (boundary) conditions. Local loads on plates: Design formula. Numerical solutions. Ribbed plates. General Theory of shells. Shell or revolution. Cylindrical shells. Design of cylindrical shells for storage purposes.
ECS 813: Dynamics of Structures (3 Units)
Subject matter of structural dynamics. Different types and sources of dynamic loads. Single degree of freedom and multi-degrees of systems. Natural frequencies and modes. Forced and damped vibrations of single and multi-degrees of freedom systems. Infinite-degrees of freedom systems. Determination of Normal force, shear force and bending moments of continuous beams and redundant frames subjected to dynamic disturbances. Introduction to earthquake engineering.
ECS 814: Stability of Structures (3 Units)
Concept of instability second order and third order theories of beams. Critical load of systems with finite degrees of freedom. Beam-columns. Stability functions systems boundary value and initial value approaches. Buckling analysis of stuts, continuous beam and frames-force methods and displacement method. Built up columns. Buckling of arches, deep beams in bending, and rectangular plates. Classical and numerical solutions.
ECS 815: Advanced Analysis and Design of Timber Structures (3 units)
Design process and structural loads, Timber building terminology (e.g. building systems). Properties of timber and engineered wood products. Member design: General timber design principles. Design of bending, tension and compression members. Design of members under combined loads. Connection design I: Different types of timber connections. Aspects related to connection design (capacity, ductility, durability). designing, fabricating and testing a timber connection. Connection design II : Different types of timber connections .Connections using self-tapping-screws. Moment connections. Lateral load resisting systems: Horizontal load resting systems (diaphragms). Vertical load resting systems (shear walls). Practical design consideration of lateral design.
ECS 816: Soil Structure Interaction (3 Units)
Winkler and elastic half space models to represent soil: coupled spring models, reprikers models. Theory of beams and plates on elastic foundation. Metenys solutions. Methods of solving soil structures interaction problems. Details of finite difference and finite element methods. Method of concordant deflections. Application to foundations, sheet pile walls and anchored Bulkheads. Effects of super structure rigidity on foundation design. Method
of substructure analysis.
ECS 821: Theory of Elasticity (3 Units)
Two and three-dimensional stress and strain analysis in Cartesian and curvilinear coordinates. Introduction to tensor calculus. Elastic half spaced subjected to distributed and concentrated loads. Two-dimensional problems in Cartesian and polar coordinates. Closed form and numerical solutions. Torsion of prismatic bars. Prandt’s analogy. Approximate solutions of bars with thin-walled sections subjected to Torsion. Torsion of multi-cell bars- Baredits theory.
ECS 822: Advanced Reinforced and Prestressed Concrete Design (3 units)
Limit State Concept. General Review of Design Recommendation of BS8110 (The Structural Use of concrete). Design of Shell Structures. Summary account of Structural Types, Design Factors and Typical Problems in Bridges, Harbour Works, Aircraft Runways and Roads, Machinery, Framework and Foundations, Large-span roofs in Buildings. Typical and notable Failures. Basic concept of prestressing, prestressing methods, materials. Facilities, equipment and hardware, reinforced vs. prestressed concrete. BS 8110 design considerations, Elastic analysis of sections for flexure: Section properties, sign convention, example. Stresses in concrete due to prestress and external loads, cracking moment, example. Loads and loading stages, critical loadings, stresses at critical loadings, Preliminary design for flexure: Stress range at a section, permissible stresses and inequality conditions, selection of sections. Graphical interpretation of inequality conditions. Determination of prestressing force and eccentricity. Detailing of sections, design example. Design of deflected tendons, example. Design of debonded tendons, Losses of prestress: Sources of prestress loss, immediate and deferred losses. Estimation of prestress losses: friction, anchorage slip, elastic shortening of concrete. Creep and shrinkage of concrete and relaxation of steel, Deflection: Deflection of prestressed concrete beams, short-term deflection. Calculation of long-term deflection, Design for ultimate strength in flexure: Analysis of sections at collapse, use of non-prestressed reinforcement, design considerations. Design example, Design for shear: Overload behaviour of beams in combined bending and shear, benefits of prestressing. Shear resistance of uncracked & cracked sections. Design example, Design of anchorage zone: Anchorage zone for pre-tensioned and post tensioned members, transmission length. End block for post-tensioned members, Composite beams: Composite construction, advantages, design differences. Stages of loading, unshored and shored construction. Stress range and inequality conditions. Determination of prestressing force and eccentricity. Design example. Design for horizontal shear, Design of continuous beams: Introduction. Advantages of continuity. Tendon profiles. Linear transformation and concordancy.
ECS 823: Analysis and Design of Bridges (3 units)
Bridge components • Bridge types • Preliminary bridge design. Width, elevation, length, abutment and pier locations. Estimated construction costs of approach embankments and bridge. Drawing showing profile and plan view • Loads on bridges • Design of reinforced concrete decks. Allowable stress design. Ultimate strength design • Design of pre-tensioned reinforced concrete girders. Overview of theory of prestressed concrete. Design of pretensioning to meet allowable stresses. Calculating deflections due to load, prestress and creep. Check of ultimate moment capacity. Design of stirrups • Design of steel composite bridge stringers.
ECS 824: Seismic Analysis of Structures (3 Units)
Characteristics of earthquakes, seismicity: Probabilistic distribution of response spectral ordinates. Response of linear multi-degree of freedom systems. Response of nonlinear systems. Determination of earthquake loading material and structural component behavior under earthquakes. Design of earthquake resistant structures – high rise buildings, tower, masts etc.
ECS 825: Finite Strip Method (3 units)
Introduction to the Finite Strip Method. Lower Order Finite Strips: Plate Strip, Plane Stress Strip, Flat Shell Strip. Higher Order Finite Strips. Spline Finite Strips. Applications to the Analysis of Continuum Structures. Rectangular Plates, Folded Plates, Box – girder Bridges.
ECS 826: Advanced Design of Steel and Composite Structures (3 units)
Principles of Composite Construction: Composite plates, Composite beams, Elastic and plastic Design, Composite Columns. Shear Connection. Static and Fatigue Loading. Single – storey buildings: introduction, Structural forms, Portal frames, Plastic design, Secondary effects. Behaviour and design of eccentrically restrained beams and columns. Built-up members, trusses and built-up columns. Bracing requirements. Methods of Cladding, Stressed skin design. Cranes and crane girders. Multi-storey Buildings: introduction, Classification of Steel Multi-storey buildings and framing. Braced,core, hull and Sway Structures. Behaviour and Analysis of Sway frames and Restrained Columns. Simple, Semi-rigid and rigid design methods. Design of Composite Frames. Bridges: Types of Structure, Loading, Practical Fatigue Design. Plate Girder Design. Box Girder Design, Composite Bridges.
ECW 811: Advanced Applied Hydraulics (2 Units)
Advanced hydraulics of Open Channels – families of water surface profiles; super critical flow, unsteady flow in open channels, waves, surges, methods of characteristics. Fluidity and non-Newtonian Flows. Rotodynamic machines and pumps – basic equations, similarity laws, specific speeds, cavitation theory and applications. Effects on hydraulic systems, measurement, control and elimination. Hydraulic structures. Design of water transmission and energy dissipating structure. Coastal Engineering – Basic wave theories, forces, tide analysis, coastal processes. Sediment Transports in open channels, Turbulence, dispersion equation of pollutants. Regime concept. Types of sediments, model laws.
Revision of elements of hydrology. Parametric hydrology. Linear and non-linear analysis of hydrological systems. Unit and instantaneous hygrograph theory, conceptional and digital models for watershed stimulation, overland flow and flood routing. Analytical Techniques: Statistical analysis, extreme value frequency analysis, double curve analysis. Advanced precipitation analysis area precipitation from point values, dept-area-duration analysis of storm precipitation, point rainfall analysis, relationship of point to area rainfall.
ECW 812: Unit Operations in Water and Waste Water Treatment (3 Units)
Water contaminants, characteristics of water and wastewater. Microbiology of water and wastewater systems. Enzymatic reactions. Kinetics. Unit processes. Primary and pretreatment systems, secondary and tertiary processes. Physical, chemical and biological treatment of toxic and hazardous wastes. Sludge treatment, reuse and disposal. Appropriate water and waste treatment for the developing countries Case studies.
ECW 813: Water Supply Planning and Management (2 Units)
Hydrological data collection and use in water supply planning. Water supply: population analysis, design periods, consumption estimates and demand for various uses. Water resources engineering economy.
ECW 814: Advanced Hydrology (2 units)
Hydrologic cycle, water budget equation, world water quantities, residence time, systems concept, transfer function operators, hydrologic model classification.
Hydrologic Processes: Reynold’s Transport Theorem, continuity equation, momentum equation, energy equation, discrete time continuity. Atmospheric Hydrology: Atmospheric circulation, water vapor, formation of rainfall, types and forms of precipitation, precipitable water, monsoon characteristics in India, rainfall measurement, density and adequacy of rain gauges; Thunderstorm Cell model, IDF relationships, spatial averaging methods of rainfall; Factors affecting evaporation, estimation and measurement of evaporation, energy balance method, aerodynamic method, Priestly-Taylor method, and pan evaporation. Sub-Surface Water: Soil moisture, porosity, saturated and unsaturated flow; Richard’s equation, infiltration, Horton’s Phillip’s, and Green Ampt methods, parameter estimation, ponding time concepts. Surface Water: Catchment storage concept, Hortonian and saturation overland flow, stream flow hydrographs, base-flow separation. Phi-index, ERH & DRH, algorithm for abstraction using Green-Ampt equation, SCS method, overland and channel flow modeling, time area concepts, and stream networks. Unit Hydrograph: General hydrologic system model, response functions of a linear hydrologic systems and their inter-relationships, convolution equation; definition and limitations of a UH;UH derivation from single and complex storms; UH optimization using regression. matrix, and LP methods; Synthetic unit hydrograph, S-Curve, IUH. Hydrologic Statistics: Probability concepts, random variables, laws of probability, PDFs & CDFs; Normal and Binomial distributions; Statistical parameters: expected value, variance, skewness, and peakedness; Fitting of a probability distribution, methods of moments and maximum likelihood: Testing the goodness of fit, Chi-square test; Frequency analysis: return period, probability plotting, Extreme value distributions, frequency factors, Log-Pearson distribution, confidence limits. Groundwater Hydrology: Occurrence of groundwater, aquifers & their properties, Darcy’s law, permeability, transmissibility, stratification, confined groundwater flow, unconfined groundwater flow under Dupit’s assumptions; Well hydraulics, steady flow into confined and unconfined wells; Unsteady flow in a confined aquifer.
ECW 815: Hydroelectric Engineering (3 Units)
Evaluation of the hydrological properties of hydroelectric plants. Theory of operation and development of operational criteria for multiple purpose projects. Operation of power plants for peaking and base load. Integration of hydroelectric plants into other water resources plants. Theory of pumped storage plants. Selection of turbines and pumps. General layout and arrangement of power plants and pumping stations.
ECW 821: Design of Water and Sewage Collection System (3 units)
Type of water distribution systems and applications. Design of water distribution systems. Drainage design. Design of waste water collection systems.
ECW 822: Environmental Health Engineering (2 Units)
Industrial waste and control: theory and design of industrial unit operation. Waste minimization. Air pollution: types of contaminants, prevention and control. Dispersion. Transboundary pollution. Models, solid waste management; management practices and recycling. Oil pollution: dispersion of crude oil in aquatic environment, effects of oil pollution, prevention and control.
ECW 823: Contaminant Transport and Water Quality (2 Units)
Transport of pollutants. Processes and models. Waste outfall discharge structures. Monitoring of impact on receiving waters. Deoxygenation and reaeration rates. Self purification of streams. Eutrophication; effects, prevention and control. Water quality: management and models.
ECW 824: Environmental Impact Assessment (3 Units)
Concept of environmental consequences of development projects. Methods of impact analysis. Physical sociological, legal, economic, environmental and public health implications of human activities. Effects of changed environments on man. Examples of impact assessment (EIA, SIA etc.) with particular reference to developing countries. Role of environmental engineering in preventing or reducing environmental stress. Planning and policy, administration and organization of natural resources development and public health. Land use planning and landscape design.
ECW 825: Advanced Groundwater Flow Analysis (3 Units)
Revision of groundwater in sedimentary rocks. Flow nets and graphical solution of Laplace equation, Hydromechanics of confined and unconfined flow of water through soils potential theory conformal mapping transient flow. Application of underground water flow, steady and radial flows. Ground water systems – characteristics of complex combined ground-groundwater-surface water systems, deterministic and stochastic inputs and responses; error and sensitivity analysis. Application of optimization technique.
ECW 826: Solid Waste Engineering (3 Units)
Generation, collection, transportation and disposal methods. Processing of wastes: special kinds of wastes hazardous, hospital, nuclear, demolition wastes. Separation, treatment and disposal systems and designs. Material recovery strategies. Energy recovery systems. Biogas production principles and design. Software for solid waste management. Application of operations research.
PROJECT
ECE 800: M.Eng Thesis (6 Units)
A comprehensive Project report on the candidate’s specific area of specialization is required. An in depth study of a chosen topic involving the scientific process of research must be approved by the Department. The work must be properly written, demonstrate deep understanding of the relevant disciplines and must make a valuable contribution to knowledge. In addition, it should contain at least one article publishable in a reputable journal.
Ph.D Degree Programme
ECE 911: Research Methodology in Civil Engineering (2 units)
Meaning and importance of Research- Types of Research- Selection and formulation or Research problem. Research design – Need – Features – Inductive, Deductive and Development of Models. Development of Research Plan – Exploration, Description, Diagnosis, and Experimentation, Determination of Experimental and Sample Designs. Analysis of Literature Review. Hypothesis – Different Types – Significance – Development of Working Hypothesis. Research Methods: Scientific method vs Arbitrary Method, Logical Scientific Methods: Deductive, Inductive, Deductive – Inductive, pattern of Deductive – Inductive logical process – Different types of inductive logical methods. Data collection and Evaluation: Sources of Data – Primary, Secondary and Tertiary. Types of Data – Categorical, Nominal & Ordinal. Methods of Collecting Data: Observation, Field Investigations, Direct Studies – Reports, Records or Experimental Observations. Sampling Methods – Data Processing and Analysis Strategies – Graphical Representation – Descriptive Analysis – Infererntial Analysis – Correlation Analysis – Least Square Method – Data Analysis using Statistical Package – Hypothesis – Testing – Generalization and Interpretation – Modelling. Environmental Impacts – Ethical Issues – Ethical Committees – Commercialization – Copy right – Royalty – Intellectual Property Rights – Reproduction of Published Material – Plagiarism – Citation and Acknowledgement – Reproducibility and Accountability.
ECE 921: Advanced Mathematical Modelling and Computer Applications (2 Units)
Meaning of Modelling: Modelling, Building of Mathematical Model. Types of Modelling. Residue Theorem and its Applications. Fourier Series and Transforms. Laplace Transformation and its Application. Partial Differential Equation: Classification of Partial Differential Equation, Boundary and Initial Conditions, Method of Fourier Series and Fourier Transform. Finite Difference: Derivation from Tailors Series, Solution of Differential Equations Using Finite Difference Method, Explicit and Implicit Methods of Finite Difference.
Probability Theory; Test of Hypothesis; Large and Small Sample Test; Two Sample Problems; Test of Proportion; Statistical Quality Control; Inference for two means (independent and paired);Inference for variances; Multiple regression techniques; One-way analysis of variance and its extensions; Analysis of covariance and its extensions; Multivariate analysis of variance and covariance; Discriminate analysis; Inference for proportions and comparison of proportions; Chi-square goodness of fit and tests of independence. Statistical Modelling.
Revision of Programming Skills in MATLAB or other Computational Softwares. Software Development and Application of Existing (Commercial) Softwares for Solution of Civil Engineering Problems.
ECE 922: Operational Research in Civil Engineering (2 Units)
Study of theories and applications of techniques for analysis and optimization of industrial operations; linear programming, transportation models, integer programming, goal programming, dynamic programming and non-linear programming. Network analysis, Queuing Theory, decision analysis, Markov processes. Development of the fundamentals and techniques of simulating business and industrial systems. Monte-Carlo techniques and Computer applications.
ECC 911: Advanced Methods in Prefabrication of Structures (2 units)
Developments in Prefabricated Construction Systems for Building and Civil Works. Government Quarter Buildings – Residential Buildings – Special Buildings such as Bus Depot or Train Station – Public Houses – Private Developments Pioneered in the Use of Prefabricated Systems in the Construction of Buildings of Various Nature.
ECC 921: Advanced Methods in Management of Construction (2 units)
Critical Path Method (CPM). Program Evaluation and Review Technique (PERT). Lean Construction Method. Just in Time Method. Ant Colony Optimization. Monte Carlo Method. Line of Balance Method. The Precedence Diagramming Method (PDM). The Graphical Evaluation and Review Technique (GERT). Queue – Graphical Evaluation and Review Technique (GERT). Simulation Language for Alternative Modelling (SLAM). Dynamic Planning and Control Methodology (DPM). Critical Chain Planning. Resource Loading.
ECG 911: Theory and Measurement of Shear Strength and Deformation (2 units)
Properties of a three-dimensional space, stress path and correlation of drainage and un-drained test results. In situ-strength and the sampling problem, field and laboratory tests. Anisotropy and sample size efforts. Rate effects and creep Residual strength and progressive failure. Failure criteria and the influence of the intermediate principal stress; compression, extension, plan strain etc. Stress-strain theories for soils and their application.
ECG 912: Environmental Geotechnique (2 units)
Physio-Chemical properties of clays, chemical effects on soils, site investigation for chemical sensitivity, contaminate fate and transport environmental regulations, in-situ and laboratory tests; design of dewatering, containment, remediation systems including slurry/reactive walls, linear, covers, case studies.
ECG 921: Soil Dynamics (2 units)
Seismic loading and its effect on earth structures; dynamic response of single and multi-degree of freedom systems and continuous systems; behavior of soil under dynamic loading; pore pressure generation and liquefaction effects; seismicity and seismic design parameters; dynamic analysis of earth structures; seismic design of soil-structure systems.
ECH 911: Systems Engineering Techniques in Transport Studies (2 units)
Introduction: Elements of system Design. Simulation. Decision analysis. System analysis and social choice.
ECH 912: Operations of Existing and Alternative Transport Systems (2 units)
Operation of existing system: Bus services. Role and function of para-transit operations. Interchanges. Park and ride. Airport interface considerations. Scope and potential of alternative systems; comparative characteristics, roles and potential benefit of light rail systems; high speed trains, monorails; tracked hover craft; personal rapid transit system; pedestrian conveyors; Aerial ropeways; pipelines and conveyors; Airships.
ECH 921: Advanced Transport Modelling (2 units)
Introduction conceptual theoretical developments. Modeling transport demand and supply. Estimation techniques. Further topics.
ECS 911: Theory and Applications of Thin-Walled Structures (2 Units)
Introduction, fundamental assumptions, peculiarities of thin-walled structures, Viasos theory. Thin-walled members with open profile: geometric properties, stresses and stability. Applications. Thin-walled closed structures – single and multi-cell. Shear flows. Flexural, distortional and warping stresses. Applications.
ECS 912: Applications of Finite Strip and Finite Element Methods (2 Units)
Applications of Finite Strip and Finite Element Methods to Structural Analysis of Continuum Structures like Rectangular Plates, Circular Plates, Folded Plates, Prismatic Structures e.g. Box Girder Bridges. Finite Strip Method as Special case of Finite Element Method.
ECS 921: Earthquake Engineering (2 Units)
Characteristics of earthquakes, seismicity: probabilistic distribution of response spectral ordinates. Response of linear multi-degree of freedom systems. Response of nonlinear systems. Determination of earthquake loading, material and structural component behavior under earthquakes. Analysis and design of earthquake resistant structures- high rise buildings, tower, masts etc.
ECW 911: Hydrodynamics (2 Units)
Euler’s equation. Narvier Stokes equation. Effects of viscosity. Laplace equation. Waves (deep-water, short and long tidal waves). Dynamics of fluids. Sediments transport in open channels. Bedload and suspended load. Duboys-type equations. Einstein’s bedload equation. The total load. Canals in regime. Meandering of rivers. Measurement of sediments. Rivers and channel models.
ECW 912: Environmental Impact Assessment and Economic Analysis (2 Units)
Environmental Impact Assessment concept, objectives, methodologies, preparation of Impact Statements. Evaluation and Interpretation of Impacts. Case studies in water resources, manufacturing industries etc. Risk assessment, ethics/health and safety. Economic analysis: environment and material economy, environmental cost accounting, cost benefit analysis. Welfare environmental economics. Other applications of economic principles to pollution control projects.
ECW 921: Advanced Environmental Engineering (2 units)
Design of Physico-Chemical Treatment Systems. Chemistry for Environmental Engineers, Environmental Microbiology. Transport of Water and Wastewater. Statistical Methods for Engineers. Solid and Hazardous Waste Management. Environmental Chemistry Laboratory. Environmental Microbiology Laboratory. Design of Biological Treatment Systems. Air Pollution Control Engineering. Industrial Wastewater Pollution- Prevention and Control. Unit Operations and Process Laboratory.
PROJECT
ECE 900: PhD Dissertation (12 Units)
The Ph.D. student is expected to select an interesting topic from his/her area of specialization. Successful study should make original contributions to knowledge and should contain at least three articles publishable in reputable journals; have extensive and up-to-date literature review; and
demonstrate full understanding of the subject matter and answer all the questions satisfactorily during oral presentation. At least two seminars based on the thesis should be presented by each candidate before final examination
