DIT University Engineering is a vast educational domain with a large number of branches at each study level. It is where students with diversified interests can find and explore the niches that interest them most. Civil Engineering is one of the oldest branches of engineering that deals with the comprehensive study of topics associated with the art and science of construction, machines, and a large number of materials used. A specialization in this highly demanding field can be done from any of the reputed colleges or universities that offer M. Tech civil engineering courses.
This blog will help with various aspects associated with a Master of Technology degree in the field of civil engineering:
M. Tech in Civil Engineering: An Introduction
M. Tech Civil Engineering is a highly specialized program offered by various reputed colleges and universities across the country. The program is divided into 4 semesters with a total duration of two years. This postgraduate level program in civil engineering provides you with comprehensive knowledge and insights into all those subjects that you have already studied at the B. Tech level. The program covers a wide range of topics including the management of construction, the science and art behind the big and small structures, different types of building materials, construction of highways, and dams.
M. Tech Civil Engineering Subjects at a glance
During this program of two years, the first semester comprehensively covers all the theoretical concepts related to building construction while during the second semester, students get an opportunity to study the practical aspects of civil engineering. The 2nd semester is where they also need to pursue industrial training and submit a research project.
Given below is a list of some of the major subjects that M. Tech civil engineering courses cover in greater detail:
● Analysis and Design of Shells and Plates
● Ground Improvement Techniques
● Environmental Engineering
● Transportation System Planning and Advanced Structural Analysis
● Geotechnical Engineering Practice and Pavements’ Analysis and Structural Design
● Computational Laboratory and Stability Analysis of Slopes
● Dams and Embankments and Highway and Airport Pavement Materials
● Stability of Structures and Dynamics of Soils and Foundations
● Transportation Engineering and Structural Engineering Design Practices
● Earthquake Geothermal Engineering and Material Technology
● Structural Dynamics and Earthquake Engineering
● Building Technology and Construction Management.
Eligibility Criteria
Minimum 55% marks in B.E. or B. Tech in Civil engineering or equivalent (Candidates who have done AMIE in Civil Engineering are also eligible) GATE qualified students shall be preferred.
Future Scope of M. Tech in Civil Engineering
The global population is increasing by leaps and bounds giving rise to more and more infrastructure-related requirements. Even in developing countries, the construction industry has seen gigantic growth over the past 20 years. Civil engineering is also considered to be an evergreen branch of engineering because the infrastructure-related needs of mankind will never come to an end. It is because this is all progressive. So, there is always a need for professionally qualified people in this sector not only in India but also across the globe.
Civil engineering has always been a globalized career stream. And, to support this claim we can cite here the example of Gulf Countries where a robust percentage of civil engineers is Indian. Each year, a large number of civil engineers go to the Gulf Countries to obtain lucrative jobs in the field of construction. Therefore, the scope of M. Tech civil engineering courses both in India and abroad is truly wide and bright. This program equips students with everything that they need to succeed in the field of construction while opening doors to limitless possibilities.
M. Tech. civil engineering degree holders can find lucrative jobs in a large number of sectors. Recently, the growing renewable energy needs of mankind have also given rise to more and more mega civil engineering projects which are surely going to be a boon as far as the future prospects of civil engineers are concerned. Some of the major areas of work for civil engineers include the following:
● Maritime – Ports, Harbors, and Sea defense
● Geotechnical – Construction Foundations, Mining, and Earthworks
● Transportation – Roads, Railways, Canals, and Airports
● Environmental – Water Supply Networks, Drainage, and Flood Barriers
● Structural – Dams, Buildings, Offshore Platforms, and Pipelines.
Roles and responsibilities of civil engineers
Interpretation of Drawing
Interpretation of drawing is one of the most prominent roles of civil engineers. They need to comprehensively analyze all the drawings that they are provided with. They need to understand the minute details and plan things accordingly.
Preparing Bar Bending Schedule
Known as a BBS sheet, in short, this sheet plays a very significant role in the construction process and each civil engineer needs not only to make it but also to study it well. Some of the inclusions in the sheet are the quantity of the steel required, diameter, cutting length, total weight, and bending shape.
Allotting Work to Labors
Allotting work to laborers and other allied resources is also among the commonest job roles of civil engineers. They guide the laborers about the use of materials and other things in detail. Apart from this, they are also engaged in site supervision. Constant monitoring of the work is essential because even a little glitch can cause a huge loss.
Supervision of the Curing Process
Curing is a process that is carried out after the concrete work is complete. In case civil engineers miss it, cracks in the concrete can be seen very clearly. It is one of the first and foremost job duties of civil engineers to take care of the curing process.
Concluding Remarks
DIT University is one of the leading M. Tech College in India offering a wide range of courses. M. Tech civil engineering is one of them. The university has earned a formidable reputation among students both in India and abroad by aiming at providing holistic education across disciplines and domains. It always focuses on the promotion of self-learning and honing talents to ensure the all-around development of its students. DIT University has empanelled some of the most competent academicians from IITs, NITs, and other renowned institutions as its faculty.
