M. Tech. in Structural and Construction Engineering is a program offered at School of Engineering, Amrita Vishwa Vidyapeetham, Coimbatore campus.
The growth in infrastructure requirements has posed a definite and critical need of qualified Structural as well as Construction Engineers. The aim of this program is to impart advanced fundamental concepts related to mechanics and dynamics of the structures. These coupled with courses related to recent developments in construction materials and technologies will impart cutting edge design methodologies and implementation strategies to students in both Sub and Superstructures of various infrastructure facilities. The course will also focus on laboratory work, industry oriented project exposure and dissertation based on research for all round development of Design & Construction Engineer.
M. Tech. in Structural and Construction Engineering is a program offered at School of Engineering, Amrita Vishwa Vidyapeetham, Coimbatore campus.
The growth in infrastructure requirements has posed a definite and critical need of qualified Structural as well as Construction Engineers. The aim of this program is to impart advanced fundamental concepts related to mechanics and dynamics of the structures. These coupled with courses related to recent developments in construction materials and technologies will impart cutting edge design methodologies and implementation strategies to students in both Sub and Superstructures of various infrastructure facilities. The course will also focus on laboratory work, industry oriented project exposure and dissertation based on research for all round development of Design & Construction Engineer.
The program’s goal is to provide students with advanced technical knowledge of evolving structural systems integrated with a solid grounding of design approaches. This programme is designed for students and industry professionals seeking to advance their careers, and for academics preparing for the challenges of research and teaching. The courses are designed to establish a fine balance between academic fundamentals and industry realities and requirements.
This programme will be able to find many employers from Government, private corporations, public sector undertakings, and teaching and/or research institutions in the country as well as abroad. The uniqueness of this course is the blend of exposure to strong theoretical foundation, practical design & construction approaches through adequate computational, analytical and execution skill development. Curriculum is periodically updated based on the requirements from the industries and feedback from alumni.
Amrita Vishwa Vidyapeetham has not appointed any Agent or Third-Party Client for securing admission in any programme. Students are hereby requested to contact only the toll-free number on our website for any admission related queries.
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| Course Code | Type | Course | L T P | Credits |
| 23MA601 | FC | Linear Algebra, Legendre Equations and Numerical Methods | 3-0-0 | 3 |
| 23SC601 | FC | Advanced Mechanics of Solids | 2-1-0 | 3 |
| 23SC602 | SC | Advanced Reinforced Concrete Structures | 2-1-0 | 3 |
| 23SC603 | FC | Advanced Construction Practices | 3-0-0 | 3 |
| 23SC604 | FC | Construction Project Management | 2-1-0 | 3 |
| 23SC681 | SC | Experimental Techniques | 0-0-3 | 1 |
| 23ADM501 | Glimpses of Indian Culture | P/F | ||
| 22AVP103 | HU | Mastery Over Mind | 1-0-2 | 2 |
| 23HU601 | HU | Career Competency I | P/F | |
| Credits 18 | ||||
| Course Code | Type | Course | L T P | Credits |
| 23SC611 | SC | Building Information Modeling | 1-0-3 | 2 |
| 23SC612 | SC | Advanced Steel Design | 2-1-0 | 3 |
| 23SC613 | SC | Finite Element Analysis | 2-0-3 | 3 |
| 23SC614 | SC | Construction Software Laboratory | 1-0-3 | 2 |
| 23SC615 | FC | Construction Contract Laws & Regulations | 2-1-0 | 3 |
| E | Programme Elective I | 2 1 0 | 3 | |
| E | Programme Elective II | 2 1 0 | 3 | |
| 23HU611 | HU | Career Competency II | 1-0-0 | 1 |
| Credits | 20 |
| Course Code | Type | Course | L T P | Credits |
| 23LIV690* | PE | Programme Elective III/Live in Lab* | 2 1 0 | 3 |
| 23SC701 | SC | Structural Design Studio | 1-0-3 | 2 |
| 23SC795 | SC | Industry Internship | 0-0-3 | P/F |
| 23RM701 | SC | Research Methodology | 0-0-3 | 1 |
| 23SC798 | Dissertation I | 0-0-10 | 10 | |
| Credits | 16 |
| Course Code | Type | Course | L T P | Credits |
| 23SC799 | P | Dissertation II | 0-0-16 | 16 |
| Credits 16 | ||||
| Course Code | Course | L T P | Credits |
| 23MA601 | Linear Algebra, Legendre Equations and Numerical Methods | 3-0-0 | 3 |
| 23SC601 | Advanced Mechanics of Solids | 2-1-0 | 3 |
| 23SC602 | Advanced Reinforced Concrete Structures | 2-1-0 | 3 |
| 23SC603 | Advanced Construction Practices | 3-0-0 | 3 |
| 23SC604 | Construction Project Management | 2-1-0 | 3 |
| 23SC615 | Construction Contract Laws & Regulations | 2-1-0 | 3 |
| Course Code | Course | L T P | Credits |
| 23SC681 | Experimental Techniques | 0-0-3 | 1 |
| 23SC611 | Building Information Modeling | 1-0-3 | 2 |
| 23SC612 | Advanced Steel Design | 2-1-0 | 3 |
| 23SC613 | Finite Element Analysis | 2-0-3 | 3 |
| 23SC614 | Construction Software Laboratory | 1-0-3 | 2 |
| 23RM701 | Research Methodology | 0 0 3 | 1 |
| 23SC795 | Industry Internship | 0-0-3 | P/F |
| 23SC701 | Structural Design Studio | 1-0-3 | 2 |
| Course Code | Course | L T P | Credits |
| 23SC631 | Mechanics of Composite Materials | 2-1-0 | 3 |
| 23SC632 | Advanced Concrete Technology | 2-1-0 | 3 |
| 23SC633 | Construction Methods and Equipment | 2-1-0 | 3 |
| 23SC634 | Structural Dynamics | 2-1-0 | 3 |
| 23SC635 | Theory of Plates and Shells | 2-1-0 | 3 |
| 23SC636 | System Integration in Construction | 2-1-0 | 3 |
| 23SC637 | Quality Control and Safety in Construction | 2-1-0 | 3 |
| 23SC638 | Pre-stressed Concrete Design | 2-1-0 | 3 |
| 23SC639 | Seismic Design of Structures | 2-1-0 | 3 |
| 23SC640 | Forensic Engineering and Rehabilitation of Structures | 2-1-0 | 3 |
| 23SC641 | Mechanics of Ground Improvement | 2-1-0 | 3 |
| 23SC642 | Optimization Techniques | 2-1-0 | 3 |
| 23SC643 | Smart Materials and Structures | 2-1-0 | 3 |
| 23SC644 | Stability of Structures | 2-1-0 | 3 |
| 23SC645 | Industrial Structures | 2-1-0 | 3 |
| 23SC646 | Bridge Engineering | 2-1-0 | 3 |
| 23SC647 | Prefabrication Engineering | 2-1-0 | 3 |
| 23SC648 | Design of Offshore Structures | 2-1-0 | 3 |
| 23SC649 | Pavement Analysis and Design | 2-1-0 | 3 |
| 23SC650 | Characterization of Materials | 2-1-0 | 3 |
| 23SC651 | Geotechnical Earthquake Engineering | 2-1-0 | 3 |
| 23SC652 | Soil Dynamics and Machine Foundations | 2-1-0 | 3 |
| 23SC653 | Statistical and Probabilistic Modeling In Civil Engineering | 2-1-0 | 3 |
| 23SC654 | Wind Effects on Structures | 2-1-0 | 3 |
| 23SC655 | Analysis and Design of Substructures | 2-1-0 | 3 |
| 23SC656 | Formwork, Scaffolding & Shoring | 2-1-0 | 3 |
| 23SC657 | Construction Economics & Finance | 2-1-0 | 3 |
| 23LIV690* | Live-in-Lab* | 2-1-0 | 3 |
| Course Code | Course | L T P | Credits |
| 23SC661 | Remote Sensing and GIS | 2-1-0 | 3 |
| 23SC662 | Sustainable Design & Construction Practices | 2-1-0 | 3 |
| 23SC663 | Environmental Impact Assessment for Projects | 2-1-0 | 3 |
| 23SC731 | Geotextiles – Applications in Construction Engineering | 2-1-0 | 3 |
B.E/B.Tech (Civil Engineering, Civil and Environmental Engineering, Civil and Infrastructure Engineering, Civil and Rural Engineering, Civil Engineering and Planning, Civil Engineering with Computer Applications, Civil Technology, Civil Environmental Engineering, Civil and Water Management Engineering, Civil Engineering (Construction Technology), Construction Engineering).
Two years
Uniqueness:
Blend of exposure to strong theoretical foundation, practical design & construction approaches through adequate computational, analytical and execution skill development.
Program Designed for:
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Hai. I am Krishna Priya P U. I am pursuing M.Tech degree on Structural & Construction Engineering from ‘Amrita School of Engineering’, Coimbatore under university of ‘Amrita Vishwa Vidyapeetham’. I am very proud to express that I received a scholarship from ‘Saint Gobain Research India’ as a part of women empowerment programme. The scholarship scheme covers my entire tuition fee plus the hostel and mess fee. For being an engineering student, the biggest attainment is to get an opportunity to start their career in a good reputed organization. I am lucky to get an opportunity to work at Saint Gobain as an intern. I am extremely grateful to Amrita University for playing a significant role in helping me to secure my career. I am very thankful for providing me this scholarship offer to complete my education without any obstruction. I would like to thank our honorable head of the department, and all other faculties and staffs for their all-time support and motivation in my career path. I am really grateful for the Corporate & Industry Relations cell to provide me this opportunity and support me during my placement interview and follow ups. Once again thank you so much everyone.
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