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B.Tech. Civil Engineering (Transportation Infrastructure for Future Mobility)
Program details
The B.Tech. Civil Engineering (Transportation Infrastructure for Future Mobility) program at UPES School of Advanced Engineering combines civil engineering fundamentals with specialised learning in the planning, design, operation and management of transportation infrastructure. Students develop analytical and problem-solving skills to assess transport systems and explore approaches to improving mobility, efficiency and sustainable infrastructure development.
The curriculum takes a multidisciplinary approach, connecting transportation engineering with perspectives from economics, psychology, ecology, sociology and management. Mathematical and computational learning includes optimisation, graph theory, probability, statistics and computer simulation, helping students understand travel patterns, evaluate transport networks and make informed infrastructure decisions.
Core study in structural, geotechnical and other civil engineering disciplines provides a foundation for understanding how transportation infrastructure is designed and developed. Theoretical learning and practical applications help students explore engineering solutions that respond to evolving mobility needs while considering safety, accessibility and environmental performance.
Program Highlights
- The B.Tech. Civil Engineering (Transportation Infrastructure for Future Mobility) program at UPES combines transportation engineering concepts with artificial intelligence, machine learning and programming tools.
- Students explore how AI and machine learning can support the analysis of transportation problems and inform infrastructure planning and operational decisions.
- Virtual reality applications help students visualise transportation infrastructure and examine complex scenarios through immersive learning.
- The curriculum develops technical, analytical and problem-solving skills relevant to evolving transportation and mobility needs.
- Faculty guidance helps students connect transportation engineering principles with digital technologies and practical applications.
- Practical projects provide opportunities to apply AI and machine learning to transportation challenges while developing critical thinking and collaborative skills.
Future Scope / Industry Trends
The B.Tech. Civil Engineering (Transportation Infrastructure for Future Mobility) program prepares students to explore applications in metro systems, railways, expressways and other transport networks. Specialised learning connects civil engineering principles with infrastructure planning, design, operations and sustainable mobility. Computational tools, artificial intelligence and data-driven approaches help students analyse transportation challenges and evaluate engineering solutions. Graduates can explore pathways in transport infrastructure development, engineering consultancy, planning and research, alongside further study in transportation and related disciplines.
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the B.Tech. Civil Engineering (Transportation Infrastructure for Future Mobility) program at UPES School of Advanced Engineering can explore career pathways in transportation planning, infrastructure design, construction and operations. Potential roles include Transportation Engineer, Highway Engineer, Traffic Engineer, Civil Design Engineer and Site Engineer. Relevant employers include infrastructure developers, engineering consultancies, transport authorities, government agencies and research organisations. Students can also explore applications in sustainable mobility, smart transport systems and urban infrastructure, with some specialised roles requiring further study or experience.
Placements
The B.Tech. Civil Engineering (Transportation Infrastructure for Future Mobility) program at UPES School of Advanced Engineering supports career preparation through practical learning, projects, industry exposure and internships. Students develop technical, analytical and problem-solving skills relevant to transport planning, infrastructure design and operations. Placement support helps students prepare for recruitment and explore opportunities with infrastructure companies, engineering consultancies and related organisations. Placement outcomes depend on employer requirements, recruitment cycles and individual eligibility.
Fee Structure
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Curriculum
Semester 1
| Course | L | T | P | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Critical thinking | 2 | 0 | 0 | 2 |
| EVS -I (theory) | 2 | 0 | 0 | 2 |
| Engineering Mathematics I | 3 | 1 | 0 | 4 |
| Physics | 3 | 1 | 0 | 4 |
| Workshop Practices | 1 | 0 | 1 | 2 |
| Physics Lab | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 |
| Engineering Graphics | 1 | 0 | 1 | 2 |
| Object Oriented Programming | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
| Object Oriented Programming Lab | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 |
| Total | 21 |
Semester 2
| Course | L | T | P | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Living Conversation | 2 | 0 | 0 | 2 |
| EVS -I (Living Lab) | 0 | 0 | 2 | 2 |
| Engineering Mathematics II | 3 | 1 | 0 | 4 |
| Chemistry | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
| Basic of Mechanical Engineering | 2 | 0 | 0 | 2 |
| Engineering Mechanics | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
| Basic Electrical and Electronics Engineering | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
| Chemistry Lab | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 |
| Basic Electrical and Electronics Engg Lab | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 |
| Total | 21 |
Semester 3
| Course | L | T | P | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Design Thinking | 2 | 0 | 0 | 2 |
| Social Internship | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Exploratory 1 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
| Building Materials and Concrete Technology | 3 | 1 | 0 | 4 |
| Surveying & Remote Sensing | 2 | 1 | 0 | 3 |
| Elements of Fluid Mechanics | 2 | 1 | 0 | 3 |
| Engineering Geology & Groundwater | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
| Building Materials and Concrete Technology Lab | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 |
| Surveying & Remote Sensing Lab | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 |
| Fluid Mechanics Lab | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 |
| Total | 21 |
Semester 4
| Course | L | T | P | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Working with data | 2 | 0 | 0 | 2 |
| Exploratory 2 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
| Water Supply and Sanitation | 2 | 0 | 0 | 2 |
| Elements of Hydraulic Engineering | 2 | 1 | 0 | 3 |
| Strength of Materials | 2 | 1 | 0 | 3 |
| Strength of Materials Lab | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 |
| Computer-Aided Civil Engineering Design Lab | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 |
| Survey Camp | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Specialization Course I | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
| Programming in Python | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 |
| Total | 20 |
Semester 5
| Course | L | T | P | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Leadership and Teamwork | 2 | 0 | 0 | 2 |
| Exploratory 3 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
| Geotechnical Engineering | 2 | 1 | 0 | 3 |
| Structural Engineering | 2 | 1 | 0 | 3 |
| Environmental Engineering | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
| Geotechnical Engineering Lab | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 |
| Environmental Engineering Lab | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 |
| Specialization Course II | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
| Problem Solving Using MATLAB | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 |
| Total | 20 |
Semester 6
| Course | L | T | P | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Start your startup | 2 | 0 | 0 | 2 |
| Exploratory 4 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
| Transportation Engineering | 2 | 1 | 0 | 3 |
| Design of Concrete Structure | 2 | 1 | 0 | 3 |
| Water Resources Engineering | 2 | 1 | 0 | 3 |
| Advanced Geotechnical Engineering | 2 | 1 | 0 | 3 |
| Transportation Engineering Lab | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 |
| Structural Design Lab | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 |
| Specialization Course III | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
| Industrial Visit | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Total | 22 |
Semester 7
| Course | L | T | P | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Technologies of the Future | 2 | 0 | 0 | 2 |
| Meta 101 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Exploratory 5 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
| Design of Steel Structure | 2 | 1 | 0 | 2 |
| Engineering Economics & Estimation | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
| Specialization Course IV | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
| Specialization Course V | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
| Engineering Economics & Estimation Lab | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 |
| Industrial Internship | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Research Project I | 0 | 0 | 2 | 2 |
| Capstone I | 0 | 0 | 2 | 2 |
| Total | 24 |
Semester 8
| Course | L | T | P | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Building Information Modelling | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
| Exploratory 6 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
| Research Project II | 0 | 0 | 8 | 8 |
| Capstone II | 0 | 0 | 2 | 2 |
| Total | 16 |
Specialization Courses
| SEM | Course | L | T | P | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4th | Traffic Engineering and Transportation Planning | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
| 5th | Pavement Design & Performance | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
| 6th | Railway and Tunnel Engineering | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
| 7th | Metro Rail Transportation Design & Construction | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
| 6th | Computer Simulation in Transportation Engineering | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
| 7th | Intelligent Transportation Systems | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
| 7th | Optimization Techniques in Transportation Engineering | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
Eligibility
Applicants to the B.Tech. Civil Engineering (Transportation Infrastructure for Future Mobility) program at UPES must have a minimum of 50% marks in both Class X and Class XII, along with a minimum aggregate of 50% in Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics (PCM) in Class XII.
Selection Criteria
Selection for the B.Tech. Civil Engineering (Transportation Infrastructure for Future Mobility) program at UPES is based on performance through the applicable admission route: UPESEAT, JEE Main, Board Merit, SAT or CUET.
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