M. Tech (Structural Engineering)

DETAILS

  • Structural Engineering is an innovative program, focused on the combination of recent advances made in the field of structural engineering. 
  • M Tech Structural Engineering program allows structural engineer the flexibility and freedom for a better understanding of structural behavior with material and geometric non-linearity and loading uncertainties 
  • It also engages in a comprehensive study of modern structural engineering subjects such as Analysis of Offshore Structures, Bridge Design, Construction Technology, etc.

Duration of Program

2 years (4 Semesters)

Seats

5*

DETAILS

  • Scholarship of Knowledge - Acquire in-depth knowledge of specific discipline and global perspective, with an ability to discriminate, evaluate, analyze and synthesize existing and new knowledge, and integration of the same for enhancement of knowledge pool.
  • Critical Thinking - Analyze complex engineering problems critically, apply independent judgement for synthesizing information to make intellectual and/or creative advances for conducting research in a wider theoretical, practical and policy context. 
  • Problem Solving - Think laterally and originally, conceptualize and solve engineering problems, evaluate a wide range of potential solutions for those problems and arrive at feasible, optimal solutions after considering public health and safety, cultural, societal and environmental factors in the core areas of expertise. 
  • Research Skill - Extract information through literature survey and experiments, apply appropriate research methodologies, techniques and tools, design, conduct experiments, analyze and interpret data, contribute individually/in group(s) to the development of scientific/technological knowledge in one or more domains of engineering. 
  • Usage of modern tools - Create, select, learn and apply appropriate techniques, resources, and modern engineering and IT tools, including prediction and modelling, to complex engineering activities with an understanding of the limitations. 
  • Collaborative and Multidisciplinary work - Demonstrate collaboration to foster multidisciplinary scientific research, also demonstrate decision-making abilities to achieve common goals.
  • Project Management and Finance - Demonstrate knowledge and understanding to manage projects efficiently in respective disciplines and multidisciplinary environments after consideration of economical and financial factors. 
  • Communication - Communicate with the engineering community and with society, regarding complex engineering activities confidently and effectively and give and receive clear instructions. 
  • Life-long Learning - Recognize the need for, and have the preparation and ability to engage in life-long learning independently, with a high level of enthusiasm and commitment to improve knowledge and competence continuously.
  • Ethical Practices and Social Responsibility - Acquire professional and intellectual integrity, professional code of conduct, ethics of research and scholarship, consideration of the impact of research outcomes on professional practices and an understanding of responsibility to contribute to the community for sustainable development of society.
  • Independent and Reflective Learning - Observe and examine critically the outcomes of one’s actions and make corrective measures subsequently, and learn from mistakes without depending on external feedback.
  • Develop skill in analysis and design of contemporary engineering problems as per specifications and standards.
  • Apply engineering tools, instrumentation and software for solving structural engineering problems.
  • Knowledge of advance method construction technique for practicing alternatives and cost effective construction materials & methodology.
  • To engage graduates for fulfilling societal needs from their learning.

Tech Structural Engineering program in Civil Engineering at UPES aims at creation of self-motivated and highly competent professional serving in Structural Engineering domain. It is one of the most preferred program by students interested in utilizing their creativity in developing heavy and prominent structures, its design and analysis. The curriculum exposes all the core aspects related to structural engineering.

Tech Structural Engineering program provide wider career options in the following areas of Civil Engineering 

  • Structural design and construction
  • Offshore design and construction
  • Oil and gas sector
  • Bridge design
  • Construction management
  • Hydraulic structure design
  • Design all kinds of structures from houses, theatres, sports stadium, hospitals, etc. 
  • Various PSU’s & Government Sectors
  • Consultancy
  • Entrepreneur

SEMESTER I

 

Course Credits
Theory of Elasticity and Plasticity 3
Matrix Methods of Structural Analysis 3
Industrial Structures 4
Advanced Concrete Structures 4
Structural Dynamics 4
Advance Concrete Lab 1
Computer Aided Structural Design I Lab 1
Program Elective -1 3
Total 23

 

   

SEMESTER II

 

Course Credits
Theory of Plates and Shells 3
Seismic Design of Structures 3
Finite Element Method 3
Foundations of Structures 3
Computer Aided Structural Design II Lab 1
Program Elective II 3
Program Elective III 3
   
Total 19

 

   

SEMESTER III

 

Course Credits
Research Project -I 12
Seminar 1 1
Total 13

 

   

SEMESTER IV

 

Course Credits
Research Project -II 16
Seminar 2 1
Total 17

 

SPECIALISATION

 

Program Elective I
Course Credits
Design & Construction of Offshore Structures 3
Optimization Methods & Its Application 3
Stability of Structures 3
Smart Structures and Applications 3
Program Elective II
Course Credits
Advanced Marine Structures 3
Construction Management Practices 3
Prestressed Concrete 3
Design of Hydraulic Structures 3
Program Elective III
Course Credits
Design of Floating Structures 3
Structures in Disaster Prone Areas & Rehabilitation 3
Bridge Engineering 3
Design of Water Retaining & Storage Structures 3

 

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  • Minimum 60% marks at Higher & Senior Secondary level(10th & 12th)
  • B. Tech /BE in Chemical/ Mechanical/ Electrical/ Civil/ Industrial Safety/ Petroleum Engineering/ Geo Science Engineering/ Fire Safety Engineering/ Electronics/ Geo Informatics with minimum 60% marks

Screening of Application and Interview

GATE Scholarship:

  • Scholarship @ Rs. 12,400/- per month for Students having 70 percentile and above in GATE.
  • Students admitted to the M.Tech program in the academic session 2022-23 with a valid GATE score 70 percentile and above will be considered for scholarship @ Rs. 12,400/- per month during their period of registration with the University.

RESEARCH GRANT:  

All Students will also be eligible to avail a grant up to a sum of Rs. 50,000/- towards outcome-based research as per rules & regulations framed for the purpose by the University.

To become eligible for the continuance scholarship in subsequent semesters, the students are required to have 

  • earned minimum SGPA / CGPA of 8.0 in each semester
  • passed every semester examination in the first attempt besides maintaining regular attendance, discipline, exemplary behaviour and compliance with all other norms as prescribed by the University from time to time

Disclaimer: Only one category of scholarship can be availed by student, Multiple scholarship to one candidate will not be granted 

DETAILS

Program Outcomes (POs)
  • Scholarship of Knowledge - Acquire in-depth knowledge of specific discipline and global perspective, with an ability to discriminate, evaluate, analyze and synthesize existing and new knowledge, and integration of the same for enhancement of knowledge pool.
  • Critical Thinking - Analyze complex engineering problems critically, apply independent judgement for synthesizing information to make intellectual and/or creative advances for conducting research in a wider theoretical, practical and policy context. 
  • Problem Solving - Think laterally and originally, conceptualize and solve engineering problems, evaluate a wide range of potential solutions for those problems and arrive at feasible, optimal solutions after considering public health and safety, cultural, societal and environmental factors in the core areas of expertise. 
  • Research Skill - Extract information through literature survey and experiments, apply appropriate research methodologies, techniques and tools, design, conduct experiments, analyze and interpret data, contribute individually/in group(s) to the development of scientific/technological knowledge in one or more domains of engineering. 
  • Usage of modern tools - Create, select, learn and apply appropriate techniques, resources, and modern engineering and IT tools, including prediction and modelling, to complex engineering activities with an understanding of the limitations. 
  • Collaborative and Multidisciplinary work - Demonstrate collaboration to foster multidisciplinary scientific research, also demonstrate decision-making abilities to achieve common goals.
  • Project Management and Finance - Demonstrate knowledge and understanding to manage projects efficiently in respective disciplines and multidisciplinary environments after consideration of economical and financial factors. 
  • Communication - Communicate with the engineering community and with society, regarding complex engineering activities confidently and effectively and give and receive clear instructions. 
  • Life-long Learning - Recognize the need for, and have the preparation and ability to engage in life-long learning independently, with a high level of enthusiasm and commitment to improve knowledge and competence continuously.
  • Ethical Practices and Social Responsibility - Acquire professional and intellectual integrity, professional code of conduct, ethics of research and scholarship, consideration of the impact of research outcomes on professional practices and an understanding of responsibility to contribute to the community for sustainable development of society.
  • Independent and Reflective Learning - Observe and examine critically the outcomes of one’s actions and make corrective measures subsequently, and learn from mistakes without depending on external feedback.
Program Specific Outcomes (PSOs)
  • Develop skill in analysis and design of contemporary engineering problems as per specifications and standards.
  • Apply engineering tools, instrumentation and software for solving structural engineering problems.
  • Knowledge of advance method construction technique for practicing alternatives and cost effective construction materials & methodology.
  • To engage graduates for fulfilling societal needs from their learning.
Career Prospects

Tech Structural Engineering program in Civil Engineering at UPES aims at creation of self-motivated and highly competent professional serving in Structural Engineering domain. It is one of the most preferred program by students interested in utilizing their creativity in developing heavy and prominent structures, its design and analysis. The curriculum exposes all the core aspects related to structural engineering.

Tech Structural Engineering program provide wider career options in the following areas of Civil Engineering 

  • Structural design and construction
  • Offshore design and construction
  • Oil and gas sector
  • Bridge design
  • Construction management
  • Hydraulic structure design
  • Design all kinds of structures from houses, theatres, sports stadium, hospitals, etc. 
  • Various PSU’s & Government Sectors
  • Consultancy
  • Entrepreneur
Curriculum

SEMESTER I

 

Course Credits
Theory of Elasticity and Plasticity 3
Matrix Methods of Structural Analysis 3
Industrial Structures 4
Advanced Concrete Structures 4
Structural Dynamics 4
Advance Concrete Lab 1
Computer Aided Structural Design I Lab 1
Program Elective -1 3
Total 23

 

   

SEMESTER II

 

Course Credits
Theory of Plates and Shells 3
Seismic Design of Structures 3
Finite Element Method 3
Foundations of Structures 3
Computer Aided Structural Design II Lab 1
Program Elective II 3
Program Elective III 3
   
Total 19

 

   

SEMESTER III

 

Course Credits
Research Project -I 12
Seminar 1 1
Total 13

 

   

SEMESTER IV

 

Course Credits
Research Project -II 16
Seminar 2 1
Total 17

 

SPECIALISATION

 

Program Elective I
Course Credits
Design & Construction of Offshore Structures 3
Optimization Methods & Its Application 3
Stability of Structures 3
Smart Structures and Applications 3
Program Elective II
Course Credits
Advanced Marine Structures 3
Construction Management Practices 3
Prestressed Concrete 3
Design of Hydraulic Structures 3
Program Elective III
Course Credits
Design of Floating Structures 3
Structures in Disaster Prone Areas & Rehabilitation 3
Bridge Engineering 3
Design of Water Retaining & Storage Structures 3

 

Fee Structure

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Eligibility
  • Minimum 60% marks at Higher & Senior Secondary level(10th & 12th)
  • B. Tech /BE in Chemical/ Mechanical/ Electrical/ Civil/ Industrial Safety/ Petroleum Engineering/ Geo Science Engineering/ Fire Safety Engineering/ Electronics/ Geo Informatics with minimum 60% marks
Entrance Test

Screening of Application and Interview

Scholarship

GATE Scholarship:

  • Scholarship @ Rs. 12,400/- per month for Students having 70 percentile and above in GATE.
  • Students admitted to the M.Tech program in the academic session 2022-23 with a valid GATE score 70 percentile and above will be considered for scholarship @ Rs. 12,400/- per month during their period of registration with the University.

RESEARCH GRANT:  

All Students will also be eligible to avail a grant up to a sum of Rs. 50,000/- towards outcome-based research as per rules & regulations framed for the purpose by the University.

To become eligible for the continuance scholarship in subsequent semesters, the students are required to have 

  • earned minimum SGPA / CGPA of 8.0 in each semester
  • passed every semester examination in the first attempt besides maintaining regular attendance, discipline, exemplary behaviour and compliance with all other norms as prescribed by the University from time to time

Disclaimer: Only one category of scholarship can be availed by student, Multiple scholarship to one candidate will not be granted 

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