NATIONAL INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY CALICUT

NIT CAMPUS POST, CALICUT, KERALA - 673 601, INDIA

Information Brochure for M.Tech. / M.Sc(Tech.) Programmes 2009-10

ABOUT THE INSTITUTE National Institute of Technology Calicut (NITC) is one of the premier national institutions for technical education in India. This was formerly known as Calicut Regional Engineering College. NITC is a Technical Institution of national importance set up by an Act of parliament (Act 29 of 2007) namely, the National Institute of technology Act 2007, which received the assent of the President of India on 5th June,2007. The provisions of the Act have come into force with effect from 15th August, 2007 as per Notification S.O.1384 (E) dated 9th August, 2007 of the MHRD (Dept. of Higher Education), New Delhi. As per the provision of the said Act, this Institution runs on non profitable basis. NITC offers academic programmes leading to B.Tech., B. Arch., M.Tech., MCA, M.Sc(Tech.) and Ph.D. degrees in the appropriate disciplines. NITC has wellqualified faculty strength of 188 and dedicated support staff of about 232. Apart from teaching, NITC is engaged in a wide spectrum of activities covering research and development, industrial consultancy, continuing education and faculty & staff development. MISSION To develop high quality technical education and personnel with a sound footing on basic engineering principles, technical and managerial skills, innovative research capabilities and exemplary professional conduct to lead and to use technology for the progress of mankind, adapting themselves to the changing technological environment with the highest ethical values as the inner strength. VISION International standing of the highest caliber LOCATION

Set in a picturesque landscape at the foothills of the Western Ghats, NITC is located about 22 km north-east of Calicut City in the state of Kerala, India. It stretches over a length of about 1.5 km along the Calicut-Mukkam road, extending over an area of approximately 120 hectares. The nearest airport is Calicut which is about 45 km away from the campus.
INFRASTRUCTURE FACILITIES The Institute has well equipped library, computer centre, seminar halls, lecture hall complexes, various laboratories in different departments, workshops, hostels for accommodating about 3000 students, health care centre and adequate facilities for sports, games and co-curricular activities. The Institute has a state-of-the-art library consisting of digital library, NALANDA (Net work of Automated Library AND Archives) and a conventional library of books, journals and bound volumes. The main computer centre, which is open 24 hours a day, has all the relevant software packages and latest computers with internet facilities. To provide service to the campus residents, State Bank of India, Post Office, Canteen & Cooperative Store are also functioning in the campus. CO-CURRICULAR ACTIVITIES Students chapter of many professional bodies such as Computer Society of India (CSI), Indian Society for Technical Education (ISTE), Institute of Electrical & Electronics Engineers (IEEE) and Institution of Engineers (India) are functioning at NIT Calicut. In previous years, NITC won the best chapter award for CSI as well as ISTE. The Centre for Value Education provides students, a unique opportunity to engage in activities that promote human values. Social work is a part of curriculum. Students get opportunities to take part in cultural and other activities through a number of Clubs such as Literary & Debating Club, Industrial & Planning Forum, Nature Club, etc. operating under the Students Council. Students annually organise cultural festival Ragam and technical festival Tathva in which students from all over India participate.

STUDENT SUPPORT SERVICES The Institute has Training and Placement department that looks after the training needs of the students, their placement of jobs on graduation and for partnership in industry. An Entrepreneurship Development Cell promotes the students for self-employment. A Technology Business Incubator (TBI) with the assistance from Department of Science and Technology, Government of India is being established. TBI helps in incubating knowledge based start-ups into sustainable business with single window system. DISTINGUISHED ALUMNI A vast majority of the former students have made immense impact in the professional areas such as academics, administrative services, research laboratories, government and private industries. A strong network of alumni thrives in India as well as in foreign countries and is known as RECCAA. M.Tech. PROGRAMMES OFFERED Department Civil Engg. Department M.Tech. Programme Code CE Structural Engineering Traffic & Transportation Planning Offshore Structures Programme Code CEA CEB CEC CED CSA CSB EEA EEB EEC EED ECA ECB ECC

Environmental Geotechnology
Computer Science & Engg. Electrical & Electronics Engg. Electronics & Communication Engg. CS EE Computer Science & Engg. Computer Science & Engg (Information Security) Instrumentation & Control Systems Power Systems Power Electronics

Computer Controlled Industrial Power

EC Electronics Design & Technology

Microelectronics & VLSI Design Telecommunication

Mechanical Engg. ME Signal Processing Industrial Engineering & Management Thermal Sciences Manufacturing Technology Energy Management Materials Science & Technology

ECD ECE
MEA MEB MEC MED MEE

Nanotechnology

MEF

No admission to ECA programme this year This programme will be offered by the School of Nanotechnology, NITC

ELIGIBILITY FOR ADMISSION TO M.Tech. PROGRAMMES Candidates for admission to M.Tech. Degree Programme shall be required to have passed the four-year regular full time B.E./B.Tech. Degree with 60% marks (CGPA 6.5/10) in aggregate in the qualifying examination together with valid GATE SCORE and for SC/ST candidates 50% marks (CGPA 5.5/10) in aggregate with valid GATE SCORE in the Discipline/Branch given below. Candidates under lateral entry should have passed the three year diploma in engineering with first class and SC/ST candidate with second class.
* The Graduate Aptitude Test in Engineering (GATE) is an All-India Examination conducted by the seven Indian Institutes of Technology and the Indian Institute of Science, Bangalore, on behalf of the National Coordinating Board-GATE, Department of Education, Ministry of Human Resource Development, Govt. of India.
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M.Tech. Programme Code CEA/CEB/CEC/CED CSA / CSB EEA

Required B.E./B.Tech. branch/ discipline Civil Engineering Computer Science & Engineering/ Information Technology/I class MCA Electrical Engineering/Electrical & Electronics Engineering/ Instrumentation & Control System/ Applied Electronics & Instrumentation Electrical Engineering/Electrical & Electronics Engineering Electrical Engineering/Electrical & Electronics Engineering Electrical Engineering/Electrical & Electronics Engineering/ Instrumentation & Control System/Energy Engg./ Applied Electronics & Instrumentation Engg. Electronics/ Electronics & Communication/ Electrical & Electronics/ Instrumentation & Electronics Mechanical Engineering/Production Engineering/Industrial Engineering Mechanical Engineering Mechanical Engineering/Production Engineering Mechanical Engineering/Chemical Engineering Mechanical Engineering/Production Engineering/Metallurgical Engineering Mechanical Engineering/Chemical Engineering/ Production Engineering

GATE Subject Civil Engg. Computer Science & Engg. Electrical Engg.

EEB EEC EED

Electrical Engg. Electrical Engg. Electrical Engg./ Instrumentation Engg.

ECB/ECC/ECD/ECE MEA MEB MEC MED MEE MEF

Electronics & Communication Engg. Mechanical Engg./ Production & Industrial Engg. Mechanical Engg. Mechanical Engg./ Production & Industrial Engg. Mechanical Engg. Mechanical Engg./ Production & Industrial Engg. Mechanical Engg./ Production & Industrial Engg./Chemical Engineering

Final semester students with a valid GATE score can also apply provided their final marks are made available within three months from date of joining. Such candidates may be considered for provisional admission. However, these candidates must have successfully passed with 60% mark in one to six semesters of B.Tech./B.E. or three years of Engineering studies on the date of application and the application must include attested copies of the mark lists and course completion certificate from the Head of the Institution last attended in the prescribed format. Any candidate admitted provisionally, subject to his/her producing provisional certificate and mark lists as proof of having satisfied the eligibility criteria, shall have to discontinue the course, if he/she does not produce the provisional certificate and mark lists within three months of date of joining. Such candidates will not be eligible for any refund of fees paid by him/her. Provisional admission is not applicable to candidates who have failed in the qualifying examination and subsequently appeared for the supplementary examination. Part time degree holders are not eligible for admission. M.Sc(Tech.) PROGRAMMES OFFERED Mathematics Science & Humanities MA SH M.Sc(Tech.) Mathematics & Scientific Computing Photonics MAA SHA

Polymer Science & Technology

SHB

This programme will be offered by Department of Physics This programme will be offered by Department of Chemistry

ELIGIBILILTY FOR ADMISSION TO M.Sc.(Tech.) PROGRAMMES

Integrated M.Sc.(Tech.) Degree Programme in Mathematics and Scientific Computing leading to Ph.D. degree in Mathematics: B.Sc. Degree in Mathematics or Applied Mathematics / B.Tech. Degree (any discipline) with first class or minimum 60% marks (CGPA 6.5/10). [For SC/ST candidates 50% (CGPA 5.5 /10)] M.Sc.(Tech.) - Photonics: Bachelor's degree with Physics main and Mathematics subsidiary OR Bachelors degree through Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics three main system, with 60% marks (6.5/10CGPA). [For SC/ST candidates 50% (CGPA 5.5 /10)] M.Sc.(Tech.) - Polymer Science & Technology: Bachelor's degree with Chemistry main and Mathematics subsidiary OR Bachelors degree through Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics three main system, with 60% marks (6.5/10CGPA). [For SC/ST candidates 50% (CGPA 5.5 /10)]
SPONSORED SEATS Sponsored candidates should have a minimum experience of two years at the time of applying for the programme and must be sponsored by their employers. Candidates from Central/State Govt. Institutions, Public Sector Organisations and reputed Private Organisations will be considered in this category. In the case of teachers sponsored by Engineering Colleges and Polytechnics, the Institution should be recognized by AICTE. The sponsored candidates should have a minimum of 60% marks in the qualifying examination. The employer while sponsoring will have to give an undertaking that the candidate will be paid full salary during the entire period of the M.Tech. Programme and that the candidate will not be withdrawn midway. The sponsored candidates are not eligible for campus interview conducted by Placement Cell. FOREIGN NATIONALS A few seats are available for foreign nationals. Foreign nationals seeking admission should get themselves nominated by the Ministry of External Affairs (Student Cell), Govt. of India. NRI SEATS A few seats are available for sons and daughters of Non-Resident Indians (NRI). They will have to attach NRI certificate in the given format. DISTRIBUTION OF SEATS 2009 ADMISSION

M.Tech.
Programme Code
1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. 11. 12. 13. 14. 15. 16.

CEA CEB CEC CED CSA CSB EEA EEB EEC EED ECB ECC ECD ECE MEA MEB

OP 10 10 10 10 10 10 10 10 10 10 10 10 7 7 10 10

Quota of Seats OBC SC 4 3 4 3 4 3 4 3 4 3 4 3 4 3 4 3 4 3 4 3 4 3 4 3 3 2 3 2 4 3 4 3

ST 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1

SP 5 5 5 5 5 5 5 5 5 5 5 5 5 5 5 5

Total 23 23 23 23 23 23 23 23 23 23 23 23 18 18 23 23

17. 18. 19. 20.

MEC MED MEE MEF TOTAL

10 10 10 7 191 OP

1. MAA 10 1 5 23 2. SHA 7 1 5 18 3. SHB 7 1 5 18 Abbreviations: OP- Open, OBC Other Backward Class, SC- Scheduled Caste, ST- Scheduled Tribe, SP- Sponsored

4 3 4 3 4 3 3 2 77 57 M.Sc.(Tech.) OBC SC 4 3 3 2 3 2

1 1 1 1 20 ST

5 5 5 5 100 SP

23 23 23 18 445 Total

Candidates may check the website (www.ncbc.nic.in) of the National Commission for Backward Classes, Govt. of India to ascertain from the CENTRAL LIST OF OTHER BACKWARD CLASSES whether they are entitled to seats reserved for the OBC category. The criteria for exclusion of OBC candidates belonging to creamy layer will be based on OM NO. 36033/3/2004-Estt. (Res) dated 9th March 2004 and any other modifications that may take place from time to time in this regard. NITC provides 3% seats reservation for PH/PD category as per Central Govt. rules. A Maximum of 4 seats each is available in the Departments of Civil, Computer, Electrical, and Mechanical Engineering for candidates from Engineering Colleges under Quality Improvement Programme (QIP). A maximum of 6 seats are available in all the Departments put together for QIP candidates from Polytechnics. A maximum of 2 seats in any programme of study is available to Foreign Nationals and sons and daughters of NRIs. HOW TO APPLY?

1. Apply online. The instructions for online submission of application are available in the admission webpage. 2. Before you start filling-in the online application form keep the following ready besides you 10th class certificate Mark list of the degree course and diploma (for lateral entry candidate) Demand draft towards application fee 3. The online application form is best viewed with Internet Explorer 6 or higher. On submission of online application, a printout of the application has to be taken. To view the application to be printed, you require an Adobe Acrobat Reader 6 or higher. 4. Candidates applying for admission to different programmes will have to select the corresponding codes in your order of preference in the appropriate columns of the online application. 5. A passport size photograph taken not earlier than 3 months is to be affixed on the Printed Application obtained after online application submission. The photo in the application should be self-attested. Additional seven copies of the same photograph and one stamp size photograph should be produced at the time of counseling/admission.
6. Demand Draft towards application fee Rs. 600/- (Open, OBC and Sponsored candidates) Rs. 300/- for SC/ST candidates and Rs. 2000/- for sons & daughters of NRIs drawn in favour of Director, NIT Calicut payable at State Bank of India, NIT Calicut Branch (Code No. 2207) is to be enclosed.

7. The following documents (whichever is applicable) arranged in the order given below should be enclosed along with the Printed Application obtained after online submission: i. Self attested copy of GATE score card. ii. Self attested copy of mark lists & degree certificate of the qualifying examination. iii. Course completion certificate from the Head of the Institution in the prescribed format and attested copies of mark lists including sixth semester/third year (B.Tech./ B.E. degree course), in the case of candidates who have appeared or will be appearing in the qualifying examination. Course completion certificate is also required for candidates who have not received/procured the provisional/degree certificate. iv. Self attested copy of mark lists and diploma certificate in the case of lateral entry candidates. v. Self attested copy of proof of date of birth vi. Self attested copy of community certificate in the case of SC/ST candidates from a competent authority (not below the rank of a Tahsildar in English/Hindi). vii. Self attested copy of community certificate in the case of OBC candidates from a competent authority (not below the rank of a Tahsildar in English/Hindi) indicating the status regarding Creamy Layer. viii. Original sponsorship certificate in the case of sponsored candidates. ix. Self attested copy of experience certificate in the case of sponsored candidates. x. NRI certificate in the case of sons and daughters of NRIs. xi. Demand draft towards application fee as per the category of the candidate (Open/OBC/SC/ST/sons and daughters of NRI). 8. Printout of online application with all the above enclosures should be sent (in A4 or large sized cover) by Registered Post/Speed Post so as to reach the Chairperson-PG Admissions, National Institute of Technology Calicut, NIT Campus PO, Calicut - 673 601, Kerala on or before 30-04-2009.

9. The status regarding receipt of your application with demand draft & other documents at NIT Calicut and eligibility for test/counselling will be available in our website in due course. No separate call letter for test/counselling will be dispatched.
SELECTION OF CANDIDATES M. Tech. Programmes Selection of candidates who are qualified in GATE is based on their GATE Score subject to eligibility and availability of seats. For Sponsored Candidates, Foreign Nationals and Dependants of NRIs, GATE Score is not required. Selection of these candidates is based on marks in the qualifying examination and/or performance in the interview. M.Sc.(Tech.) Programmes Selection of candidates is based on marks in the qualifying examination and performance in the Test/Interview. Test/Counselling/admission

Eligibility for test/counselling/admission and call letter for test/counselling can be downloaded from the website after login using application number and date of birth. There is no separate call letter dispatched. All those who are called for
counselling/admission will have to produce the original certificates and other documents. Admission is subject to satisfying the requirements and the call for Test/Interview/counselling does not guarantee admission. Candidates offered admission would have to remit the fees on the day of counselling. The Schedule of Test/Interview/Counselling/Admission for PG programmes is planned during June/July 2009.

FINANCIAL REQUIREMENTS**

Amount to be paid at the time of admission (a) Institute Fee:

Fee Category All Open, SC/ST & Sponsored Candidates Sons & daughters of NRIs and Foreign Nationals US$2500 Rs. 2,000 Rs. 400 200 1000 750 600 200 100 300 300 300 75 762 200 256 Rs. 12,943/US$ 2500+Rs 7,443

Tuition Fee (per semester) Caution Deposit Examination Fee

Other Fees: Admission Fee Library Fee Growth Fund Special Fee Miscellaneous Fee Matriculation & Recognition Sports Amenities Fee Training & Placement Amenities Fee Magazine Fee SJET, PTA, Dept. Assn. & Co.Op.Share Registration Fee Annual premium for Mediclaim Total amount to be paid at the time of admission: 200 1000 750 600 200 100 300 300 300 75 762 200 256

Rs. 6,500
Rs. 1,000 Rs. 400

Rs. 4,737

Rs. 4,737

(b) Hostel Fees: For all categories of candidates: One Time Fee (Hostel Staff Welfare Fund, Student Amenities/Welfare Fund, etc.) Caution Deposit Total amount to be paid at the time of admission
** Financial Requirements are subject to change. FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE Teaching Assistantship/Scholarships is available to those who are GATE qualified and admitted to M. Tech. programmes in different departments subject to the maximum number available as stipulated by Ministry of Human Resources Development (MHRD). At present, the amount of assistantship is Rs.8000/ per month. This is awarded based on the minimum academic requirements and is available for a maximum period of 22 months only. The award and renewal of this assistantship/scholarship is as per the guidelines issued by MHRD from time to time. Those who are receiving the assistantship/ scholarship are required to assist the department in academic work to a minimum of 8 hours per week. As per rules in force, those who are interested in getting the scholarship are required to give an undertaking on stamped paper to the effect that they will not discontinue the course before completion. Those who discontinue the M.Tech course are required to refund the entire scholarship amount drawn by them. However, if the student has discontinued the programme with the written permission from the concerned authority, the Director may consider the refund of the recovered amount of scholarship, provided the student completes all the requirements for the award of the degree within the maximum period as specified in the ordinances and regulation for the M.Tech course in the Institute. The assistantship/ scholarship is not available for sponsored candidates or any student getting financial support from any agency including state and central governments.

: Rs. 1000/: Rs. 8,000/: Rs. 9,000/-

Hostel room rent and mess charges payable every month extra.

HIGHLIGHTS OF M.Tech PROGRAMMES The four semester (Two year) M.Tech programmes is based on the credit system. The programme comprise of several core and elective courses and project work. The highlights of M.Tech programmes offered by various departments are given in the following section.

CIVIL ENGINEERING DEPARTMENT

M.Tech. Programme in Structural Engineering (CEA) The M.Tech Programme in Structural Engineering was started in the year 1971 with an intention of providing a comprehensive education and training to civil engineers using a holistic approach to structural systems engineering by emphasizing and building on the commonality of engineering structures at the levels of materials, mechanics, analysis and design. is intended The programme provides a thorough training in the design principles and structural action as related to components and systems over a broad range of application areas. It also provides a thorough training in the methods of analysis, including problem formulation and the use of current mathematical and computational tools. The programme covers specialized topics in Theory of Elasticity, Earthquake Resistance Structures, Structural Dynamics, Structural Optimization, Analytical dynamics, Finite element analysis, Advanced metal structures, etc.

M.Tech. Programme in Traffic & Transportation Planning (CEB) The M.Tech. Programme in Traffic & Transportation Planning started in the year 1985. The Programmes aims to impart futuristic and need based technical education, and to promote reengineering in the field of Transportation Engineering for working out cost effective solutions in liaison with local authorities and to establish social relevance of research and developmental activities. Under the PMGSY (Pradhan Mantri Gram Sadak Yojana), National Highway Development Programme (NHDP-Golden Quadrilateral, North-South and East-West corridors), Kerala Expressway (Kasargode to Thiruvananthappuram), etc. the importance given to the highway development has increased in leaps and bounds. Similarly, considerable attention is being given to the development of railways, waterways and airways. The present program in Traffic &
Transportation Planning has three broad areas of specialization namely i) Traffic Engineering ii) Transportation Planning and iii) Pavement Technology.

M.Tech. Programme in Offshore Structures (CEC) The goal of the programme is to prepare graduate students in civil engineering for the offshore profession having application of ocean sciences and engineering to the challenging conditions encountered in the ocean environment and to conduct research in support of the education programme. The oil industry with its crucial role in deciding the economy of the nation is shifting its exploitation strategy from land-based to ocean-based systems the world over. This shift in emphasis has resulted in turn in growing need for structural engineers with expertise in design of off shore platforms and other deepwater structures, marine pipelines, towed bodies and cable systems, etc.
The various major courses offered in the programme are Wave Hydrodynamics, Design of Offshore Structures, Marine Foundations, Offshore Structural Systems-Modelling and Behaviour, Theory of Elasticity, Structural Dynamics, Statistics, Probability & Reliability methods in Civil Engineering.

M.Tech programme in Environmental Geotechnology (CED)

The M.Tech Programme in Environmental Geotechnology is an inter-disciplinary course covering geotechnical engineering and environmental engineering. The programme will train engineers to develop environmentally sound solutions to geotechnical problems and to solve environmental engineering problems unique to soil and subsurface conditions. The programme has its major core courses in topics dealing with geotechnical engineering, environmental protection and pollution control. A good number of electives are offered in areas such as foundation engineering in difficult soils, waste management, waste water engineering, earth quake engineering, landslide mitigation methods, etc. The project work is spread over in the third and fourth semesters.

COMPUTER SCIENCE & ENGINEERING DEPARTMENT

M.Tech. Programme in Computer Science & Engineering (CSA)
The two-year post graduate programme in Computer Science is intended to train the students in both advanced areas in the core courses and specialized topics in the emerging technology fronts. Courses offered include advanced topics in Algorithms, Programming Languages and Implementation, Operating Systems, High performance Computing and Networking. The curriculum is organized with few core courses and many electives to give the students enough choice. The project work in the final year is intended to equip the students to go deeper into her/his area of specialization.

M.Tech. Programme in Computer Science & Engineering [Information Security] (CSB) Information security relates to the protection of IT assets against the risks of loss, misuse, disclosure or damage. Information security management comprises of the controls that sensibly manages these risks. By proactively managing information security, we can reduce the likelihood and/or the impact on our information systems from a wide range of threats including but not limited to, theft of physical IT assets, theft and exploitation of information, deliberate and accidental disclosure of information and destruction or corruption of information stored on computers whether deliberate or accidental. The M.Tech programme in Computer Science & Engineering (Information Security) is envisaged to train graduates in Computer Science & Engg / IT and MCA with the necessary skills to design and develop protocols and techniques to secure information systems.

ELECTRONICS & COMMUNICATION ENGINEERING DEPARTMENT

M.Tech. Programme in Electronics Design and Technology (ECB) This course aims to train engineers as creative designers of electronic products and systems. This programme is designed with the belief that any engineer concerned with the development of new electronic product needs to integrate the functional design, industrial design, equipment packaging and manufacturing. The Indian industries are more concentrating on value added electronics and IT products, and these industries need electronics design engineers, who can identify the customer requirements and develop appropriate systems. There are only very few institutes in India, providing specialized training programme on Electronics Design Technology with emphasis on practical design and problem solving skills. M.Tech. Programme in Microelectronics and VLSI Design (ECC) Micro Electronics is the driving force behind a large number of technical and commercial innovations at the present world scenario. There is a need of good amount of trained manpower in Micro Electronics and VLSI Design related areas in the coming years to raise Indias share in the global VLSI Market. This is one of the thrust areas of the ministry of Information Technology,

Govt. of India. This is possible only through specialized programmes in Micro Electronics and VLSI Design. The course is well suited for the current academic and industrial needs of India. Employment opportunities are ample in this field as the industries recruit engineers on a global scale. Since a large number of R & D Institutions and industries are well within the reach of NIT Calicut, we can have effective Institution industry linkage programme. M.Tech. Programme in Telecommunication (ECD) The social and economic life of all of the society are getting increasingly dependent on the Information and Communication Technologies. The technological revolution in the area of telecommunications has irreversibly changed the economy of every nation and the dynamics of every society. Many recent analyses done on the Telecommunication sector in India predict huge growth of the sector in coming decades. The two year M.Tech. programme in telecommunication is aimed at producing high quality man power in the area. The curriculum of the program is designed so as to make the students knowledgeable in the fundamental concepts involved, trained in the basic skill sets required, familiar with the latest technological advances made and sensitive to the social and ethical issues entailed in this very important subject. M.Tech. Programme in Signal Processing (ECE) Signal processing deals with the analysis, interpretation and manipulation of signals. The signals may be speech, audio, image, video, ECG, EEG, signals captured by communication receivers, seismic signals, etc. Hence, signal processing techniques are finding important applications in wide areas of technology ranging from wired and wireless communication to multimedia processing to medical diagnosis to earth quake prediction. The two year M.Tech. programme, programme in Signal Processing is designed to give the students a strong theoretical background of the subject and introduce them to some of its practical applications.

ELECTRICAL ENGINEERING DEPARTMENT

M.Tech. Programme in Instrumentation & Control Systems (EEA) Instrumentation is the heart of any industry and sophisticated process control and guidance techniques are essential in modern days. This course, which was the first masters programme to be started in this institute, has been very useful for industries. The syllabus of this programme is structured to have the latest trends in Control and Instrumentation. M.Tech Programme in Power Systems (EEB) This course is structured to give a strong base on power system generation, transmission & distribution, operation, analysis, dynamics and control together with the recent advances such as FACTS, power quality and deregulation. Adequate exposure is also given on software tools and techniques in the relevant areas. The course is designed so as to enable the students to work effectively both in industries and utilities. M.Tech. Programme in Power Electronics (EEC) This programme was introduced to meet the needs of the modern power industry which makes use of power converters and inverters. The emphasis is given for both theory and practical through design, fabrication and testing. The courses incorporate modern trends in switched mode power supplies, active power filters and the latest control techniques in drives. M.Tech. Programme in Computer Controlled Industrial Power (EED) Micro-processors/Micro-controller/DSP controlled motor drives and process control & SCADA systems, Planned automation, Cogeneration, Power Wheeling, Power factor controllers etc in industries make the necessity of integrating these devices and systems with electric power control. With the introduction of time of use and dynamic tariff schemes by the utilities, industries can effectively adapt load control techniques and energy conservation programmes. Computer controlled systems with integrated load control become essential for the modern industries. The M.Tech course in 'Computer Controlled Industrial Power' is with this objective to provide sufficient theoretical and field experience on the above systems to the Electrical engineers.

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MECHANICAL ENGINEERING DEPARTMENT

M.Tech. Programme in Industrial Engineering & Management (MEA) NIT Calicut has started PG Programme in Industrial Engineering in the year 1984. Later this programme is restructured in the year 2003 to include management topics also and it is renamed as Industrial Engineering & Management. The primary objective of this programme is to orient graduate Mechanical and Production Engineers in the broad areas of Industrial Engineering and functional aspects of management. The programme includes courses covering Decision modelling, Inventory and supply chain management, Cost management, Production planning & control, Finance management and Marketing management. A choice of several advanced electives in areas such as Lean manufacturing, Management information systems, Human resource management, Strategic management, Work system design, System modeling and simulation, Risk management, Quality engineering, etc. are offered under the programme. The theory is enhanced through laboratory classes and seminars. Adequate exposure is also given on software tools and techniques in the relevant areas. This programme is tailored to develop suitable skill for students to manage the resources optimally and to develop better procedures and management practices for efficient operation of the corporate. M.Tech Programme in Thermal Sciences (MEB) The M.Tech Programme in Thermal Sciences enables the students to develop expertise in the theory and design in the following areas of thermal engineering: Heat transfer, Turbo machines, Cryogenic engineering, Heat pump technology and Multiphase flow. A number of core courses and elective courses are offered in the first and second semesters. The project work spread over the third and fourth semester involves application of knowledge in solving conceptual and practical problems in thermal engineering. M.Tech Programme in Manufacturing Technology (MEC) The objective of this programme is to train manpower required to develop and manage the manufacturing capabilities of industries. The core courses offered in this specialization are machining science, metal forming, machine tool design and analysis, metal casting and joining, robotics, and quality engineering & management. A good number of electives are offered in areas such as tribology, mechatronics, cellular manufacturing systems, tool engineering & design, finite element methods and applications, non-traditional machining processes, computer integrated manufacturing systems, etc. M.Tech. Programme in Energy Management (MED) Energy Management is critical to our future economic prosperity and environmental well-being. This M.Tech programme is designed to develop Mechanical/Chemical engineers with a high standard of expertise in energy management. The core courses offered in this programme include energy conversion systems, alternative energy utilization, electrical energy systems and management, design and analysis of energy systems, energy & environment, and energy conversion in thermal systems. A number of courses such as energy policies for sustainable development, optimal design of heat ex-changers, direct energy conversion, cost management, heat pump technology, fluidized bed systems, industrial load management are offered as electives. There is ample scope for doing project work in non-conventional energy systems. M.Tech Programme in Materials Science & Technology (MEE) The educational mission of the Materials Science & Technology programme is to provide students with a unique interdisciplinary academic foundation on which development of intellectual capacity, and the scholarly training needed to address complex problems in materials science with emphasis on advances in materials processing, electronic materials, ceramics, composites, polymers, super alloys, and the selection of materials to meet specific design goals. The practice of materials science and technologies available today in order to develop and characterize new materials and materials systems that will lead technological development for the future. The degree provides students the following essential elements: a firm grasp of the fundamentals of science and engineering, ample exposure to a wide range of applications and an understanding of contemporary issues and the need for lifelong learning.

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M.Tech. Programme in Nano Technology (MEF)

Nanotechnology is an emerging interdisciplinary area, which is rated as one of the top ranked subjects in academics and research. This programme will impart state-of the art knowledge in this new area, and has an objective of training the students to make them capable of addressing the challenges of this emerging technological field. The programme is designed for students with a background in Mechanical/Production/Chemical Engineering. This will deal with topics related to the fundamentals and applications of the subject, with a focus on emerging areas in Nanoscience and Nanotechnology. The courses offered in the programme include fundamental and applied subjects such as Physics of Materials, Thermodynamics of Nano Materials and Systems, Mechanics of Finite-size Elements, Microscale and Nanoscale Heat Transfer, Nanosized Structures, Experimental Techniques in Nanotechnology and Micro Electro Mechanical Systems, and a variety of elective subjects ranging from Computational Nanotechnology to Composite Materials from which students can choose, according to their background and interest. Laboratory courses dealing with production and applications of nanoparticles, nanofluids and nanocomposits as well as giving exposure to discrete computational analysis of nanoscale phenomena and systems will also be offered as part of the curriculum. The specialization in Nanotechnology holds a very high potential for employment in R&D, academics and industries, as well as provides a gate way to the extremely challenging field, which is expected to have a profound impact on the future of all streams of science and technology.
HIGHLIGHTS OF THE M.Sc(Tech) PROGRAMMES The Six semester (Three year) M.Sc(Tech) programmes based on the credit system comprise of several core and elective courses and project work. The highlights of various M.Sc(Tech) programme offered by various departments are given in the following section.

MATHEMATICS DEPARTMENT
Integrated Post Graduate Programme leading to M.Sc.(Tech.) Degree in Mathematics and Scientific Computing & Ph.D. degree in Mathematics. The focus of the programme would be to generate mathematics graduates who are confident of applying their knowledge to practical problems of Industries, including Software and R&D organizations. The programme curriculum maintains an appropriate balance between pure and applied mathematics by providing familiarity with a wide range of mathematical tools on the one hand and at the same time giving enough importance for developing analytical skills, thus keeping career option in academic research and teaching also open. The first three years (six semesters) of the programme will prepare the students amply to start research work in their stream/topic of choice. After successful completion of three years students will be awarded M.Sc.(Tech.) degree in Mathematics and Scientific Computing. The provision is given for student either to opt out of the Programme with M.Sc.(Tech.) degree or continue to pursue research and obtain a Ph.D. degree. Students with M.Sc.(Tech.) degree will be eligible for campus recruitment.

CHEMISTRY DEPARTMENT
M.Sc. (Tech.) in Polymer Science & Technology

Polymer science and technology is a technology area with high demand and future prospects. The Department is introducing a new Postgraduate course Polymer Science & Technology. The course is structured to provide B.Sc. Chemistry graduates a sound background in postgraduate level chemistry and at the same time equip them with strong technical components of polymer technology. The course is intended to develop manpower skilled enough to meet the industry needs and standards as well as that for research and development in Polymer Science & Technology. 12

PHYSICS DEPARTMENT
M.Sc. (Tech.) in Photonics

Photonics is the futuristic technology of harnessing light for great many applications like communications, high speed data transfer, optical computing, photovoltaic, light energy generation, imaging, holography and almost all application with lasers. It is one of the fast emerging and most sought after technology area with high requirement of skilled personal. The Department is introducing a new postgraduate course in Photonics. The course is structured to provide B.Sc. physics graduates a sound background in postgraduate level physics and at the same time equip them with strong technical components of photonics. The courses are intended to develop manpower skilled enough to meet the industry needs and standards as well as that for research and development in Photonics.

FORMAT OF CERTIFICATES
COURSE COMPLETION CERTIFICATE This is to certify that studying/studied in Discipline/specialization* has completed/ will be completing the semester/year regular full time . programme from the UGC/AICTE recognised institute (Name of Degree)

on.. and has passed with an aggregate mark of . percentage/CGPA up to and including ..semester/year. His/Her Character and Conduct are .

Place.. Date/./ Office Seal Signature of the Head of the institute with seal

* M.Tech/M.Sc(Tech) applicants: Please specify branch/ discipline in the case of candidate with Engineering Degree and for other graduate specify the discipline/specialization and will be any one of the following Mathematics, Applied Mathematics, Physics with Mathematics as subsidiary, Chemistry with Mathematics as subsidiary or (Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry three main system) SPONSORSHIP CERTIFICATE (Only for Sponsored Candidates) This is to certify that: Mr./Ms . is employed in this organization on full time basis from to till date in the post as in the Department of and that, 1. He / She will be sanctioned leave for the required period as per M.Tech regulations to carry out M.Tech studies in NIT Calicut 2. He/She will be paid full salary and allowances during this period 3. He/ she will be re-employed in this organization on completion of the M.Tech programme for a minimum period of . years. Place.. Date/./ Signature of the sponsoring authority with seal (By Head of the institute/organization or competent authority)

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NRI CETIFICATE Mr./ Ms.. holder of Indian Passport No. ..issued (name of parent) at. on .is the father/mother of Mr/ Ms (date) and is a resident of (name of applicant) sinceand is a Non-Resident Indian. (country) (date) Place . Date..//.. Office Seal Signature (Authorized Signatory of the Indian Embassy)

IMPORTANT DATES (Tentative)

Events Availability of Application Forms in website Last Date for Receipt of Completed Applications Test/Interview for M.Sc.(Tech.) Counselling/Admission for M.Tech. (GATE) Test/Interview/Admission for M.Tech. (sponsored) Orientation and Registration Commencement of Classes Dates From 04-04-2009 to 30-04-2009 30-04-2009 28th May 2009

22 - 26 June 2009 29th June 2009

22-07-2009 23-07-2009

LEGAL JURISDICTION
All disputes pertaining to the counseling and admission for the M. Tech./M. Sc.(Tech.) programmes of NIT Calicut shall fall within the jurisdiction of Calicut, Kerala only.

DISCLAIMER The statement made in the information brochure and all other information contained herein is believed to be correct at the time of publication. However, the Institute reserves the right to make, at any time without notice, changes in and additions to the regulations, conditions governing the admission, requirements, seats, fees and any other information, or statements contained in this information brochure. No responsibility will be accepted by the Institute/Chairman-Admissions for hardship or expenses encountered by its students/any other person for such changes, additions, omissions or errors, no matter how they are caused. Address for Correspondence Chairperson - PG Admissions National Institute of Technology Calicut NIT Campus P.O, Calicut 673 601 Kerala, India
Telephone: 0495 2286118 E-mail: [email protected]

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