VEERMATA JIJABAI TECHNOLOGICAL INSTITUTE

(VJTI)
MATUNGA, MUMBAI 400 019

(Autonomous Institute affiliated to University of Mumbai)

Curriculum
(Scheme of Instruction & Evaluation and Course contents)
(Revision 2016)

For
Third Year
of
Four Year Undergraduate Programmes Leading to
Bachelor of Technology (B Tech) Degree in Production Engineering

Implemented from the batch admitted in Academic Year 2014-15

 VEERMATA JIJABAI TECHNOLOGICAL INSTITUTE

(Autonomous Institute affiliated to University of Mumbai)

Curriculum
(Scheme of Instruction & Evaluation and Course contents)

For
Third Year
of
Four Year Undergraduate Programmes Leading to
Bachelor of Technology (B Tech)
In

104 Production Engineering

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 B.TechProduction Engineering

Programme Educational Objectives (PEOs):

1. To prepare the Graduates with a sound foundation in the mathematical, scientific and
engineering fundamentals and equip with modern tools so as to analyze, formulate,
and solve real life manufacturing and industrial engineering problems.
2. To prepare graduates to become product and process design professionals for
sustainable manufacturing.
3. To prepare the graduates for a successful career in Indian and Multinational
organizations and to excel in their Postgraduate studies.
4. To encourage and motivate the graduates in the art of self-learning.
5. To inculcate a professional and ethical attitude, good leadership qualities and
commitment to social responsibilities in the graduates’ thought process.

Programme Outcomes:
1. Graduates will demonstrate basic knowledge in mathematics, science and
engineering.
2. Graduates will demonstrate the ability to design and conduct experiments, interpret
and analyze data, and report results.
3. Graduates will demonstrate the ability to improve a production process or system that
meets desired specifications and requirements.
4. Graduates will demonstrate the ability to develop manufacturing friendly products and
software packages by working with multidisciplinary teams and applying the
knowledge gained during engineering and science laboratory classes.
5. Graduates will demonstrate the ability to identify, formulate and solve manufacturing
related problems.
6. Graduates will demonstrate an understanding of their professional and ethical
responsibilities.
7. Graduates will be able to demonstrate effective oral and written communication.
8. Graduates will have the confidence to apply engineering solutions in global and
societal contexts.
9. Graduates will be capable of self-education and clearly understand the value of
lifelong learning.
10. Graduates will be broadly educated and will have an understanding of the impact of
engineering on society and demonstrate awareness of contemporary issues.
11. Graduates will be familiar with modern engineering software tools and equipment to
analyze manufacturing related problems.

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 VeermataJijabai Technological Institute

B. Tech

Production Engineering

Scheme of Instruction and Evaluation

SEMESTER V

Scheme of Instruction Scheme of Evaluation

Sr. Course Course Title L-T-P Credits TA IST ESE ESE
No. Code [hours / Hours
week]
1. PE3001S Probability and Statistics 3-1-0 4 10 30 60 3

2. PE3002S Elements of Project 3-1-0 4 10 30 60 3

Management
3. PE3003S Machine Design 3-1-0 4 10 30 60 3
4. HM3001L Communication and 1-0-2 2 100 % CIE -
Presentation Skills
5. PE3005T Metal Forming Technology 3-0-0 3 10 30 60 3
6. PE3005P Metal Forming Technology 0-0-2 1 100 % CIE -
Lab
7. PE3006T Machining Science and 3-0-0 3 10 30 60 3
Technology
8. PE3006P Machining Science and 0-0-2 1 100 % CIE -
Technology Lab
9. PE3007T Industrial Engineering 3-0-0 3 10 30 60 3
10. PE3007P Industrial Engineering Lab 0-0-2 1 100 % CIE -
Total 30 26

Abbreviations: L: Lecture, T: Tutorial, P: Practical, TA: Teacher Assessment / Term work

Assessment,IST: In Semester Tests (Comprise of average of twoIn Semester Tests),ESE:
End Semester Written Examination, CIE: Continuous In-semester Evaluation

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 B. TechProduction Engineering

Scheme of Instruction and Evaluation

SEMESTER VI

Scheme of Instruction Scheme of Evaluation

Sr. Course Course Title L-T-P Credits TA IST ESE ESE
No. Code [hours Hours
/ week]
1. PE3008T Machine Tool Design 3-0-0 3 10 30 60 3
2. PE3008P Machine Tool Design Lab 0-0-2 1 100% CIE -
3. PE3009S Automobile Engineering 3-1-0 4 10 30 60 3
4. PE3010T CAD/CAM/CIM 3-0-0 3 10 30 60 3
5. PE3010P CAD/CAM/CIM Lab 0-0-2 1 100 % CIE -
6. PE3011T Tool Engineering 3-0-0 3 10 30 60 3
7. PE3011P Tool Engineering Lab 0-0-2 1 100 % CIE -
8. PE3012T Mechatronics and 3-0-0 3 10 30 60 3
Automation
9. PE3012P Mechatronics and 0-0-2 1 100 % CIE -
Automation Lab
10. Program Elective Course I 3-0-0 3 10 30 60 3
11. Program Elective Course II 3-0-0 3 10 30 60 3
12. HM3002A Advanced Business 1-0-2 unit 100 % CIE -
Communications
Total 34 26

Abbreviations: L: Lecture, T: Tutorial, P: Practical, TA: Teacher Assessment / Term work

Assessment,IST: In Semester Tests (comprise of average of two In Semester Tests),ESE:
End Semester Written Examination, CIE: Continuous In-semester Evaluation

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 Semester VI List of Electives:

Electives I:
Sr. No. Course code Course Title
1. PE3101S Operation Management
2. PE3102S Product Life-Cycle Management
3. PE3103S Technology Management
4. PE3104S Dynamics of Machinery
5. PE3105S Artificial Intelligence and Expert Systems

Electives II:
Sr. No. Course code Course Title
1. PE3106S Unconventional and Micro Machining Processes
2. PE3107S Refrigeration and Air Conditioning
3. PE3108S Business Analytics
4. PE3109S Material Handling and Storage
5. PE3110S MIS & ERP

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Programme Bachelor of Technology in Production Semester – V
Name Engineering
Course Code PE3001S
Course Title Probability and Statistics
Prerequisites Mathematics for Production Engineers 1 and Mathematics
for Production Engineers 2

COURSE OBJECTIVES
1. Impart knowledge of basic concepts of Probability and Statistical techniques for
solving production management problems
2. To develop theoretical problem-solving skills
3. Develop capability to use statistics to solve large sized problems
4. Prepare for further coursework or on-the-job study

COURSE OUTCOMES

1. Create and interpret numerical summary statistics and interpret the relations between
two quantitative variables, regression.
2. Compute simple probabilities of events. Use basic counting techniques (multiplication
rule, combinations, and permutations) to compute probability and odds.
3. Compute the covariance and correlation between jointly distributed variables
4. Compute expectation and variance for different distributions and solve the problems
using discrete distributions
5. Infer properties of a population from a sample and analyze the variance and set design
of experiment

Course Contents

Basic Statistics
Review of Measures of central tendency and dispersion. Moments, skewness and
Kurtosis.Describing the Relation between variables- Correlation, Co-variance, Karl Pearson
Coefficient of Correlation Spearman’s Rank Correlation Coefficient (non-repeated &
repeated ranks).Regression Coefficients & lines of regression.

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Probability Theory
Review of probability: Marginal, joint and conditional probability- Bayes' theorem and
Bayesian inference with known priors, probability intervals. Central limit theorem.

Random variables- Discrete and Continuous random variables, – Probability distribution

of finite function – Probability mass and density function, Probability distribution for
random variables. Moments – Moment generating functions and their properties (Expected
value, variance)- Binomial, Poisson, Geometric, Uniform, Exponential, Gamma and
Normal distributions – Functions of a Random Variable.
Two dimensional random variables -Joint distributions – Marginal and Conditional
distributions – Functions of two dimensional random variables – Regression Curve –
Correlation.

Estimation Theory
Unbiased Estimation. Efficient estimation. Point estimates and interval estimates,
reliability confidence interval – Method of Moments – Maximum Likelihood Estimation -
Curve fitting by Principle of least squares – Regression Lines.

Statistical Decision Theory [Testing of Hypotheses]

Sampling distributions - Test of Hypothesis. Level of significance, critical region. One
tailed and two tailed tests. Type I and Type II errors -. Interval Estimation of population
parameters.Large and small samples. Tests based on Normal, t, Chi-Square and F
distributions for testing of mean, variance and proportions – Tests for Independence of
attributes and Goodness of fit.
Sampling Distribution. Test of significance for Large samples: Test for significance of the
difference between sample mean and population means, Test for significance of the
difference between the means of two samples.Student’s t-distribution and its properties.
Test of significance of small samples: Test for significance of the difference between
sample mean and population means, Test for significance of the difference between the
means of two Samples, paired t-test.

Correlation and Regression

Correlation and regression. Linear and nonlinear relations. Measures of correlation. Least
squares regression lines. Estimation of error with explained + unexplained variation.
Regression coefficient. Multiple and partial correlation.

Analysis of Variance
Purpose. One factor experiment-total variation, model for analysis, expected value of the
variations, distribution .Two factor experiment, Experimental design.

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Application of Statistics and Probability
Application to management of inventory, Queuing theory, Statistical process control and
process capability, Acceptance Sampling, Forecasting, decision making under uncertainty,
reliability, maintenance and replacement of equipment.

Statistical Software’s: Learning of problem solving in statistical software’s such as Excel,

Matlab, SPSS, etc.

Text Books
1. Richard Levin and David Rubin: Statistics for Management, Pearson India.
2. Fundamentals of Mathematical Statistics, S C Gupta & V K Kapoor, S. Chand &
Co.
3. Sheldon Ross: Introduction to Probability and Statistics for Engineers and
Scientists, Elsevier
4. Ronald Walpole, Raymond Myers, Sharon Myers and Keying Ye: Probability and
Statistics for Engineers and Scientists.

Recommended Reading
1. Murray Spiegel and Larry Stephens: Statistics , Schaum’s Series, TMH Publishing
2. Murray Spiegel: Probability and Statistics,Schaum’s Series, TMH Publishing
3. Jay L. Devore, Probability and Statistics for Engineering and the Sciences,
Thomson and Duxbury, 2002.

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Programme Bachelor of Technology in Production Semester – V
Name Engineering
Course Code PE3002S
Course Title Elements of Project Management
Prerequisites ---

COURSE OBJECTIVES
1. To attain the fundamental understanding of projects and project management
2. To learn lessons from real project success/failure stories through group projects /case
studies/research papers
3. To develop appropriate skills for solving complex problems of society, business,
industry and government

COURSE OUTCOMES
1. Students would learn to divide the project into different elements
2. To impart the overall perspective of the project implementation
3. Design and implement project by considering risk and its evaluation
4. Students would demonstrate the project planning and project execution

Course Contents

Background of Project Management:

Elements of project, project tasks, evolution of project management, the need of project
management, characteristics of projects, characteristics of project management, Projects in
contemporary organizations, phases of projects. Project success criteria, skills of project
managers.

Project Selection and Appraisal

Brainstorming and concept evolution, Project selection and evaluation, Selection criteria and
models, Types of appraisals, SWOT analysis, Cash flow analysis, Payback period, and Net
present value.Project risk analysis.

Project Organization and Planning

Project manager, Cross-functional team, Dedicated project organization, Influence project
organization, Matrix organization, Advantages and disadvantages of project organizations,
Selection of project organization, Work Breakdown Structure (WBS), Integration of project
organization and WBS, WBS and responsibility matrix. Project scheduling, project
monitoring.

Project Scheduling and Resource Management

Gantt chart, Milestone chart, Network techniques: PERT and CPM, AON and AOA
representation, Three time estimates, Using probability distributions for time computation,
Probability of project completion, Time scale version of network, Early start and late start

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schedules, Resource allocation, Resource loading and levelling, Constrained resource
scheduling, Multi-project scheduling and resource allocation, Crashing a project.
Procurement in projects.

Project communication and Project Risk Analysis

Project Cost and Financing

Controlling of project cost, project financing, financial control of projects, project
termination, conflict resolution and application of ICT in project management.

Computerized Project Management

Computerized PMIS, Choosing software for project management, using software for project
management.

Case studies in project management in specific industries such as IT industry, Manufacturing

industries, fashion industries, oil and gas sector, etc.

Text Books
1. Shtub, Bard and Globerson, Project Management: Engineering, Technology, and
Implementation, PH Inc.
2. John Nicholas, Project Management for Business and technology: Principles and Practice. Pearson
Prentice Hall, New Delhi, 2005.
3. HoraldKerzner, Project Management: A Systemic Approach to Planning, Scheduling
and Controlling, CBS Publishers, 2002.

Recommended Reading
1. A Guide to the Project Management Body of Knowledge (PMBOK Guide) Latest
Edition published by PMI
2. L.S. Srinath, PERT and CPM: Principles and Applications, Affiliated East West Press
Ltd.
3. S. Choudhury, Project Scheduling and Monitoring in Practice.
4. P. K. Joy, Total Project Management: The Indian Context, Macmillan India Ltd.

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Programme Bachelor of Technology in Production Semester : V
Name Engineering
Course Code PE3003S
Course Title Machine Design
Prerequisites Mechanics of Solids and Theory of Machines

COURSE OBJECTIVES
1. To demonstrate how engineering design uses many principles learned in
engineering sciences
2. To show how these principles arepractically applied for design of mechanical
elements.
3. The design and creation of devicesthat consist of interrelated components used to
modify force and/or motion.

COURSE OUTCOMES
1. Able to analyze the performance and understand the applications of machine
element
2. Study the different types load considerations and design various machine
members.
3. Select engineering materials for a component considering functionality.
4. Apply the failure theories and evaluate stresses on different mechanical elements

Course Contents

Machine Elements

Concept of machine design, general design considerations, design procedure; factor of safety
for different types of loading its significance and selection; theories of failures, Selection of
engineering materials for a component considering functionality, raw material generating
process, strength, cost, quantity and aesthetics, use of IS codes.

Machine parts subjected to direct and eccentric loading, finding area of cross section of
machine members or frames having following cross sections- circular, rectangular, box,
square, triangular, T, I and trapezoidal sections only, design of bolts subjected to eccentric
loading on the above types of frame fastenings

Operational Joints

Introduction and strength of following joints: cotter joint, knuckle joint, sleeve type cotter
joint, jib and cotter joint, pinned joint.

Curved Members and Crane Hooks

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With the following cross sections only- circular, triangular square, rectangular, T, trapezoidal
(circular rings and chain links are excluded)

Shafts, Keys and Couplings

Shafts subjected to axial, twisting and bending moments, design of square and rectangular
keys, Muff coupling, split muff coupling, flange coupling, protected type flange coupling,
bush pin type coupling, marine type coupling welded and Riveted Joints

Design of Welded and Riveted Joint

Strength of butt and fillet weld, weld subjected to eccentric loading, bending and torsional
loading. Design of riveted joints subjected to eccentric loading. Boiler riveted joints-
longitudinal and circumferential joints-single riveted, double riveted and triple riveted joints
having equal/ unequal cover straps, chain and zigzag riveted arrangements, use of Indian
Boiler Regulation(IBR) in design.

Pressure Vessels
Thick and compound cylinders, determination of wall thickness of cylinders, hoop and radial
stresses, plotting hoop and radial stress distribution curves.

Gear Wheels

Types of gears, terminology and applications: design of spur gears, simple gear calculations
based on Lewis equation, design of gears for wear and strength, mounting of gears.

Design of IC Engine Parts

IC engine cylinder wall and head, studs, connecting rod, piston, crankshaft, valve and valve
spring.

Assignments
1. Study of Engineering Materials, their applications and selection as per different
2. Standards used in practice.
3. Design, stress analysis and working drawing of components and assembly of Cotter
4. Joint, Knuckle Joint and Turnbuckle.
5. Design of Coupling and Detailed Working drawings with assembly.
6. One assignment using CAD package on any one of the exercises 2, 3 above.

Demonstration of different machine parts while designing. Conduct factory visits and
solve numerous problems in class/tutorials.

Text Books

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 1. Design of Machine Elements, V. B. Bhandari, (Tata McGraw-Hill Publishing
Company Ltd.)
2. Elements of Machine Design, N. C. Pandya and C. S. Shaha, (Charotar Publishing
House)
3. Mechanical Engineering Design, J. E. Shigley, Mitchell, (McGraw-Hill Publishing
Co. Ltd)

Recommended Reading

1. Machine Tool Design, N. K. Mehta, (Tata McGraw-Hill Publishing Company Ltd.)

2. Engineering Design by Schaum’s Series.
3. Engineering Design, Materials & Processing Approach, G. Dieter, and (Tata
McGraw-Hill Publishing Company Ltd.)

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Programme Bachelor of Technology in Production Semester : V
Name Engineering
Course Code HM3001L
Course Title Communication and Presentation Skills

Prerequisites -----

COURSE OBJECTIVES
This course prepares students for a variety of situations in which formal presentations are
required. Topics will include speaking skills and interview skills. Students will learn how to
research, outline, and deliver short, informal presentations as well as longer speeches.

COURSE OUTCOMES
1. Define what a presentation is and its various components
2. Identify your presentation strength and weaknesses
3. Prepare and organized presentation scripts
4. Enhance the interview skills
Course Contents:
1. Communication in an organization: process, types, barriers
2. The Seven C’s of the Effective Communication
Completeness, Conciseness, Consideration, Concreteness, Clarity, Courtesy,
Correctness
3. Speaking Skills: Voice modulation, pronunciation, speaking with confidence,
prepared and extempore speeches, video-conferencing
4. Listening, Note-making and Minutes of Meeting
5. Technical Writing: Vocabulary building, effective sentences and paragraph,
organizational pattern, and summarizing
6. Special Types of Technical writing: Business Letter, E-mail, Brochure, Report,
Memo, Proposal, Research paper, Conference Paper
7. Interview skills: Resume and job application, preparation for interviews, Interview
questions and answers, Group Discussion
8. Presentation Skills: Planning, preparing, organizing and delivering an oral
presentation

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Assignments:
Communication:
Analysis of cases on communication in an organization with students’ presentation in groups
Speaking Skills:
i. Each student gives a prepared speech on any topic (current affair / news analysis /
film review)
ii. ii. Demonstration of a simulated video-conference
Listening and Note-making:
Participating in role-play of a business meeting and making notes of the meeting (minutes)
Technical Writing: Solving excises in vocabulary building, effective sentences and
paragraph, organizational pattern, and summarizing.
Special Types of Technical writing: Each student has to submit 2 written assignments of 1500
words each on any two types of writing, selecting an industry related communication
problem.
Interview skills: every students has to compulsorily participate in a mock interview or Group
discussion Presentation: Group of 5-7 students will select a topic and make a formal power
point presentation and submit a formal report.

Text Books:
1. Effective Technical Communication, Ashraf Rizvi, Tata McGraw Hill
2. Technical Communication, Meenakshi Raman, Sangeeta Sharma, OUP

Recommended Reading:

1. Business communication- process and product, Mary Ellen Guffey, Thomson

2. Report writing for Business, Raymond Lesikar, John Petit, Irwin McGraw hill
3. Basic Business Communication, Raymond Lesikar, John Petit, Irwin McGraw hill
4. Guide to Presentation, Mary Munter, Lynn Russell, Prentice hall
5. Speaking Effectively; Jeremy Comfort, Pamela Rogerson et al, CUP
6. Effective Technical Communication, Anne Eisenberg, McGrawHill

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Programme Bachelor of Technology in Production Semester : V
Name Engineering
Course Code PE3005T
Course Title Metal Forming Technology

Prerequisites Mechanics of Solids

COURSE OBJECTIVES
1. To understand the capabilities and limitations of the basic metal forming processes so
as to select appropriate process and its parameters to manufacture a given part.
2. Impart analytical capability of mechanics of processes through modeling to determine
load requirement
3. Develop capability to design tooling for various processes –rolling, forging, extrusion,
drawing, and press tools and select appropriate equipments and machines for
manufacturing a given part.

COURSE OUTCOMES
1. Student would have clear understanding of metal forming processes, parameters thus
enabling to select the appropriate forming processes to manufacture a given part.
2. Student would be able to analyze the metal forming process so as determine various
forces and determine the load requirement.
3. Student would be able to design rolls for rolling and dies for various processes –
forging, extrusion, drawing and press tools and select optimal equipments and
machines for manufacturing a given part.

Course Contents
Fundamentals of Metal Forming
Classification of forming processes, comparison with other manufacturing processes, strain
hardening, recrystallization, effect of temperature, speed, friction and lubrication and
metallurgical structure on metal forming process, difficulties encountered in plastic forming.
Super plastic forming.
Deformation zone geometry, workability and sheet metal formability, formability limit
diagram, residual stresses. Materials and alloys for forming. Forming material and product
specifications.Modern trends in metal forming.

Analysis of Metal Forming

State of stress, true stress and true strain curves, components of stress, symmetry of stress
tensor, principal stresses, stress deviator, Von Mises, Tresca yield criteria, comparison of
yield criteria, Octahedral shear stress and shear strain. Sheet metal production, mechanical
properties and their assessment, Forming Limit Diagram (FLD), an-isotopic yield criteria,
stress and strain paths. Analysis of plastic deformation and load calculation for forging,

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rolling, extrusion, rod/wire drawing and tube drawing using various methods. Design
considerations in forming processes.

Rolling
Scope and importance of rolling, classification of rolling mills principles and process
characteristics, layout and accessories for rolling mills, roll bite, reduction, elongation,
spread, blooming, slabbing, billet, plate, and sheet, structural and merchant mills.
Roll Pass Design Roll pass Scheduling for various sections, mill automation, defects in rolled
products.
Metal Deformation in Rolling Stresses in rolling, load and torque calculation in rolling, non-
conventional rolling, helical, ring and type rolling, other allied rolling processes.

Forging
Hammers and presses principles, construction, operation and maintenance of different types
of hammers and presses.
Closed Die Forging :Material flow in forging, multi-impression die design( fullering, rolling,
edging, bending, blocking and finishing impressions) allowances and tolerances, load
calculation and selection of hammer; upset forging machine (construction, operation and
application), design of dies for upset forging machine.
Extrusion and Drawing of wires, rods and tubes
Types of extrusion, extrusion process, scope and advantages, forward, backward and impact
extrusion, pressure of extrusion, effect of friction, metal flow in extrusion; tube and sectional
extrusion; equipment, tools and dies for Extrusion.
Wire, rod, strip and tube drawing-Process and tooling, process analysis, lubrication.

Sheet Metal Working

Classification of sheet metal operations-shearing, bending, drawing and squeezing.Featuresof
sheet metal parts and operations.Benefits and limitations of Press tools. Basic elements of
shearing press tooling.Different types of press tool die-Simple, compound, combination.
Theory of Shearing and Optimum Cutting clearance. Calculations of Cutting force, Stripping
force, Centre of Pressure and specification of a press. Study of Fine blanking.
Design of dies for cutting operations. Single station and multi-station progressive die design.
Optimal strip layout.Methods of feeding the strip/coil material. Design and selection of Press
tool elements viz.die block, punches, strippers, die sets, pilots, punch plates, ejectors/lifters.

Forming Machines
Conventional and advanced machines including CNC shears, press brakes. Turret punching
press etc.Sheet handling equipment.Tool design & design of inspection fixtures, component
handling.Forming sheet metal operations: Overview of important forming operations.
Bending: Characteristics and types of bends. Press brake and operations. Theory of Bending
and blank development. Basic Bending die construction. Spring back and measures of its
control.

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Drawing: Theory of drawing. Metal flow in drawing.Blankdevelopment.Determination of
number of draws and redrawing limits, role of anisotropy in material, draw clearance
considering wall thickening, drawing and blank holding forces.Lubrication.Analysis of
Defects in drawn parts. Single and double action presses, design of drawing die and
combination die. Design of dies for cylindrical and rectangular cups.
Study of coining, embossing, horn die.

Miscellaneous Processes
Wire drawing, rotary swaging, metal spinning, High energy Rate Forming (HERF) high
velocity forming (HVF), explosive forming, electro hydraulic forming, magnetic pulse
forming, comparison of conventional and high velocity forming processes.

Text Books:
1. George Dieter : Mechanical Metallurgy, McGraw Hill International
2. Prashant Date :Manufacturing Technologies, Principles and practice, Jaico Publishing
House
3. P. N. Rao: Manufacturing Technology , TMH
4. P.C. Sharma: Production Engineering , S. Chand Publishers

Recommended Reading:

1. Tool Design: Cyril Donaldson, Third Edition, TMH

2. G.W. Rowe:Principles Of Industrial Metal Working Processes, CBS Publication
3. Techniques of Pressworking Sheet Metal: An Engineering Approach to Die Design;
Donald Eary, Edward Reed; Prentice-Hal.
4. ASM Metals Handbook, Forming and Forging Vol.14, American Society of Metals.

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Programme Bachelor of Technology in Production Semester : V
Name Engineering
Course Code PE3005P
Course Title Metal Forming Technology Lab

Prerequisites Mechanics of Solids

COURSE OBJECTIVES
1. Develop analytical capability for studying metal forming processes.
2. To impart capability for roll pass scheduling for blooming mill and billet mill, for
designing forging dies for upset forging and drop forging, drawing operations.
3. To develop capabilities to design simple, productive and cost effective press tooling
for cutting, drawing and bending operations with maximal use of standard parts.

COURSE OUTCOMES
1. Student would be able to analyze and determine the load requirement for bulk and
sheet metal forming processes.
2. Student would be able to draw up roll pass scheduling for blooming mill and billet
mill with necessary details.
3. Student would be able to design and draw simple, productive and economical dies for
upset and multi-impression drop forging to produce a given part.
4. Student would be able to design press tools with maximal use of standard parts.

List of Assignments
1. Determine roll pass scheduling for blooming mill and drawing of grooved rolls
2. Determine roll pass scheduling for blooming mill and drawing of grooved rolls
3. Design multi impression forging die.
4. Design tooling for upset forging.
5. Design simple die for cutting operations.
6. Design and draw progressive die containing minimum four operations
7. Design and Drawing of bending/forming/coining dies
8. Assignment containing at least 10 numerical problems on bulk and sheet metal
deformations.
Recommended Reading
1. George Dieter : Mechanical Metallurgy, McGraw Hill International
2. Tool design: Cyril Donaldson, Third Edition, TMH.
3. P.H. Joshi: Press Tools- Design and Construction: Wheeler Publishing, New Delhi.
4. P.C. Sharma: Production Engineering, S.Chand Publishers

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Programme Bachelor of Technology in Production Semester : V
Name Engineering
Course Code PE3006T
Course Title Machining Science and Technology

Prerequisites Mathematics for Production Engineers 1 &2, Mechanics of

Solids

COURSE OBJECTIVES
The objective of this course is to impart the knowledge of mechanics of metal cutting and
design aspects of cutting tools.

COURSE OUTCOMES
1. Students should understand the cutting zones and interaction between tool and chips
2. Student should demonstrate the knowledge of cutting force models for orthogonal
cutting
3. Design of various cutting tools

Course Contents

Mechanics of Metal Cutting

Types of chips, shear plane and shear plane angle, chip reduction ratios; orthogonal cutting
and oblique cutting, Merchant’s circle of forces and expression of shear stress and strain,
normal force on shear plane in terms of measurable cutting forces and shear plane angle,
velocity relations.Merchant’s theory, Merchants modified theory-Ernest-Merchant
equation.

Cutting Forces
Gross power, net power in machining, efficiency of machine tools, tangential cutting force;
effect of speed, feed, depth of cut, tool material and angles, material variables on cutting
force; empirical formulae for estimating cutting force and power, concept of specific
cutting force, specific power consumption and material removal factor.

Design Single Point Tools

Definition of various angle of single point tool as per American, British and German
Standards; (American nomenclature will be followed in further discussion); factors
influencing the choice of shape, size and angles of single point tools for various machining
condition, constructional features of solid tools, tipped tools, mechanically held regrind
able insert type tools throw away tip type tools.

Form Tools
Various types such as flat form tool, tangential form tool, circular form tool; constructional

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details and fields of application; relation between side clearance and front clearance on
form tools, profile correction in all types of form tools with and without rake angle.

Drills
Constructional features of two fluted drills, nomenclature, choice of point angle, helix
angle for different machining conditions, rake and clearance angles in drills, web thinning,
margin relieving, double point angle, spiral lip and special grinding to reduce the effect of
chisel edge; carbide tipped drills. Design features of core drills, countersinks, counter bores
and spot facers.
Reamers:Constructional features of hand reamer, machine reamer, adjustable reamer,
expansion reamer; solid, carbide tipped and inserts type, nomenclature. Design of reamer;
diameter, chamfer, choice of helix angle, number of teeth, tooth form, back taper, etc.
BoringTools:Solid tools, tools bits for boring bars, micro boring inserts for boring bars,
design of boring bars.

Milling Cutters
Peripheral milling cutters, various types, choice of diameter and number of teeth, rake
angle, clearance and form of flutes, helix angle of flutes and relief angle.
Form milling cutters:Design of form relieving, profile correction in form tools with rake
angle, Constructional features of inserted blade milling cutters.
Face milling cutters: Solid and inserted blade type; nomenclature of details and angles,
selection of angles, diameter and number of teeth, constructional details of inserted blades,
throwaway tip type face mills. Design of end mills.

Thread Cutting Tools

External threads; flat, tangential and circular form tools for thread cutting; flank clearance,
problem of flank clearance on high helix angle threads like worms, etc.
Button dies; details, angles and nomenclature, design of chasers, design of radial and
tangential chasers for self-opening die heads.
Taps:Hand taps and machine taps; constructional features, nomenclature, design of thread
profile, number of flutes, flute shape, chamfer, length; helical fluted taps, collapsible taps.

Tools for Gear Cutting

Gear milling cutters, standard set of cutters, limitations on accuracy.
Gear hobs; design of rake profile, lead; straight and helical gashes, diameter and length of
hob; pre-shave, pre-grinding, semitoping, full topping hobs, carbide tipped hobs. Gear
shaper cutters, disc type and shank type cutters, details and angles, Gear shaving tools

Design of Broach
Geometry, Types of Broach, Design of Broach.

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Text Books:
1. Metal Cutting; A. Bhattacharya; Central Books.
2. Metal Cutting and Machine Tools by Juneja and Shekhon; Wiley
Recommended Reading
1. Production Technology by HMT Hand Book; TMH.
2. Metal Cutting and Cutting Tools Design by Arshinov.

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Programme Bachelor of Technology in Production Semester : V
Name Engineering
Course Code PE3006P
Course Title Machining Science and Technology Lab

Prerequisites Mathematics for Production Engineers 1 &2, Mechanics of

Solids

List of Experiments
1. Study & Practice of orthogonal & oblique cutting on lathe machine
2. Machining Time calculation & comparisons with actual time while cylindrical turning
on lathe and finding out the cutting efficiency.
3. Study of tool wear of cutting tool while drilling on drill machine.
4. Study of tool life while milling component on milling machine.
5. Study of milling, drilling, turning, broaching and form tool design.
6. Study chip formation mechanisms
7. Study effect of material properties on material removal mechanism
8. Study of geometries of different cutting tools

Recommended Reading
1. Production Technology by HMT Hand Book; TMH.
2. Metal Cutting and Cutting Tools Design by Arshinov.

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Programme Bachelor of Technology in Production Semester : V
Name Engineering
Course Code PE3007T
Course Title Industrial Engineering

Prerequisites --

COURSE OBJECTIVES:
To acquire knowledge of work study and to study different industrial engineering techniques
adopted by industries for overall productivity and performance improvement.
COURSE OUTCOMES:
Students will be able to:
1. Analyze & measure productivity
2. Perform method study and work measurement etc.
3. Develop improved method of working/process for manufacturing /service sector.
4. Understand the worker motivation and ranking methods
5. Apply the ergonomic principles for workplace design
6. Study PMTS techniques
7. Apply industrial engineering techniques for productivity enhancement
8. Study and apply quality sampling plans

Course Content
Introduction to Industrial Engineering
Definitions and meaning of I.E.: Contribution by F.W. Taylor, Gilbreth, objectives of I.E.
Production and Productivity - Factors affecting productivity and ways to improve
productivity, industrial organizations, work and information flow in industry
Work Study
Definitions, objectives, Importance of work study procedure, Relation of work study with –
work Simplification, Human Relation
Method Study
Definition, objective, Scope of method study, Basic procedure symbols and recording of
facts, Charting conventions, Charts – Operation Process Chart, Flow Process Chart, Multiple

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Activity Chart, Two Handed Process Chart, Diagrams – Flow and String Diagram, Travel
Chart Templets and Models, Micro Motion Study. TherbligsSimo Chart, Critical
Examination and Selection, Implementation Method.
Ergonomics and Industrial Safety
Definition, Man Machine system, Types of display, types of control, manual material
handling, Anthropometry, Design of work place and working conditions, ILO Norms.
Definition of accident, Cause of accident, Prevention of accident, safety measures factor acts,
minimum wages act, Employers state Insurance act.

Work Measurements
Definition, objective and techniques of work measurement, time study, stop watch method,
performance rating, allowance, relaxation interference contingency, policy, calculation of
standard time, work sampling its need and procedure, predetermined motion time study
(PMTS).

Facility Locations and Plant Layout

a) Factors affecting site selection: - Intangible factors for facility location, tangible factor for
facility location, advantages and disadvantages of facility location in urban and rural areas. b)
Plant Layout: - Characterization of an efficient layout objectives of plant layout, principles of
plant layout, procedure in planning layout, types of plant, layout product/line layout,
process/functional layout, fixed position/static layout, cellular/Group Technology layout,
selection of material handling equipment .

Job Evolutions and Merit Rating Job Evolution

Objectives, advantages and procedure, job analysis, job description, job specification,
methods of evolution. Merit rating: Objectives And Method of Merit rating.

Product Design and Development

Effect of design on cost requirements of a good product design, factors affecting product
design, product development, product life cycle, standardization, simplification and
specialization. Value Analysis: Definition, VA & VE, Job plan of VA, FAST diagram.

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Term Work: Any Six assignment based on productivity, time study, method study, and
layout. Industrial visit to understand productivity improvement technique

Text Books
1. Introduction to Work Study by ILO (Universal Publication).
2. Industrial Engineering and Management by O. P. Khanna.
3. Work Study by O. P. Khanna. (DhanpatRai and Sons).
Recommended Reading
1. Industrial Engineering and Production Management by MartandTelsang. (S. Chand)
2. Engineering Management by A. K. Gupta (S. Chand).

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Programme Bachelor of Technology in Production Semester : V
Name Engineering
Course Code PE3007P
Course Title Industrial Engineering Lab

Prerequisites --

Course Objectives
The objective of this lab is to make the flow chart of any activity using standard chart symbol
and find out the basic time, standard time of different activities.

Course Outcomes
Students should understand the application of various industrial engineering techniques for
hypothetical/real industrial problems.

List of Lab Experiments

1. To draw Outline Flow Process Chart of any Activity using Standard ChartSymbols.
2. Left and Right Hand Process Chart for a assembly of Pin, Washer and Collar Using
Purdue Pegboard.
3. To Calculate the Basic Time requires to complete the assembly task usingassembly
Test.
4. Particular task observation were taken .To verify these observation aresufficient for ±
5% accuracy also indicates the minimum number ofobservation required.
5. To calculate the basic Time, standard time from the given observations for adesire
accuracy ±5% with confidence level 95% for activity.
6. Case discussions on the various productivity improvement techniques, PMTS,
ergonomics, etc.

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Programme Bachelor of Technology in Production Semester : VI
Name Engineering
Course Code PE3008T
Course Title Machine Tool Design
Prerequisites Theory of Machines

COURSE OBJECTIVES
The objective of this course is to impart the knowledge of different elements of machines,
design of machine elements and interaction of different systems of machine tools.
COURSE OUTCOMES
1. Students should able to apply design principles for designing various machine tool
elements
2. Able to analyze the performance and understand the applications of machine tool
element
3. To design the elements of machine tools under different load considerations

Course Contents
Introduction to Machine Tools
Types, capabilities, features of construction and operations of basic machine tools,
classification; general purpose, single and special purpose (elementary treatment only).
Principles of machine tool design for strength and rigidity of machine tool structures,
optimum criteria for machine tool structure, functions of machine tool structures and their
requirements. Materials of machine tool structures; static and dynamic stiffness, static
compliance of machine tool; profiles of machine tool structures
Basic design procedure of machine tools structure ; design of lathe bed, bending strength of
bed cross sections, Torsional modules of box sections, design for Torsional rigidity, methods
of increasing rigidity, reinforcing stiffness, design of pillar drill column, radial drill column;
force analysis of a shaping machine, deflection of column, analysis and design of tail stock
assembly.
Design of Machine Tool Drives
Mechanical drives for providing rotational movement, basic principles, stepped and stepless
output, requirements for layout of a stepped drive, selection of range of spindle speeds,
velocity range for high speed machining, construction of speed diagram, analysis of
productivity loss, layout of speeds in arithmetic progression (A.P.) and geometric progression
(G.P.) only; introduction to L.P. modeling. Kinematic advantages of G.P. series, selection of
values of common ratio and design of gear boxes for feed and speed having 4 to 12 speeds
only using geometric progression series; belt and cone pulley drive.
Classification of Feed Boxes

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Quadrant change gear mechanism, feed boxes with gear cone and sliding key, Norton gear
cone, Meander’s gear cone extending the range of cone pulley drive by back gears and its ray
diagram, gear boxes with clutcheddrivepreoptive gear box, clutch as speed reducerfor back
gear drives, Schopke drive, extended Schopke drive and Rupert drive.

Hydraulic Drives and their Stepless Drives:

Advantages, hydraulic pumps, vane pump, fundamentals, elementary hydraulic circuits,
various types of valves for hydraulic systems such as pressure control valve, piston type relief
valve, compound relief valve, pressure reducing valve, throttle valve and their features;
pressure compensated flow control valve , rotary spool type directional control valve, 4 way,
2 position and 2 way, 2 position, 4 way, 3 position, 4 way spool valves, metering in and
metering out circuits, servo controls and their symbolic representation, simple hydraulic
circuits of shaping, Planning and grinding machines only.

Design of Machine Tools

Guide ways design calculations, types of slide ways, shapes of slide ways, application of
slide way profiles and their combinations, materials of slide ways, methods of adjusting
clearances in slide ways, design of slide ways for wear resistance and stiffness; elementary
treatment of hydrostatic slide ways.

Design of Machine Tool Bearings

Journal, rolling element and hydrostatic bearings, basic principles of selection of bearing;
assembly, maintenance and mounting techniques

Design of Clutches and Power Screws

Selection and application principles, design of power screws, types, selection and error
compensation; elementary treatment of re-circulating ball screws.

Acceptance Tests on Machine Tools

Safety, concepts, performance test, geometrical test of lathe, drilling, milling and shaping
machines only, maintenance, ergonomic and aesthetic aspects of machine tool.

Vibration
Free vibration, forced damped vibration.

Assignments
1. Study of machine tool Materials, their applications and selection as per different
2. Standards used in practice.
3. Design, stress analysis and working drawing of components (at least 10) of machine
components.
Text Books
1. Principles of Machine Tools by Sen and Bhattacharya

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 2. The Design and Construction of Machine Tools by H.C. Town.
3. Machine Tools Design by Nagpal
4. Dynamics of machinery by FarazdakHaideri.

Recommended Reading
1. Machine Tool Design by S.K. Basu.
2. Machine Tools by Koenig Berger
3. Machine Tool Design Handbook, Central Machine Tool Institute, Bangalore; TMH,
1982.

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Programme Bachelor of Technology in Production Semester : VI
Name Engineering
Course Code PE3008P
Course Title Machine Tool Design Lab
Prerequisites Theory of Machines

COURSE OUTCOMES:
Able to use Solid Modeling and FEA software for design of machine elements.

List of Experiments
Design and software testing of at least ten machine tool elements such as Gear Box, Power
Screw, Clutches Spindle, Bed, Guide ways, Journal Bearing, etc. for its strength and rigidity
using FEA software.

Recommended Software
1. Modeling software like CATIA V5, ProE [Creo Parametric], Solid Works
(recommended), Unigraphics [NX CAD], AutoCAD.
2. FEA software like ANSYS (latest version), MSC NASTRAN PATRAN, Hypermesh,
MATHCAD.

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Programme Bachelor of Technology in Production Semester : VI
Name Engineering
Course Code PE3009S
Course Title Automobile Engineering
Prerequisites Theory of Machines

COURSE OBJECTIVES:
The objectives of this course are to introduce students with the different elements of
automobile including engine unit, transmission unit, electrical units and suspension system.
COURSE OUTCOMES:
1. Development of understanding of functioning of spark and compression ignition
engines
2. To impart the functioning of fuel injection systems
3. Knowledge of different joints used in power transmission
4. Importance of aerodynamics in automobile designs

Course Contents

Introduction, Classification of Automobile, Engine

Introduction, Broad classification of Automobiles, Vehicle Layout & its types, Types of
bodies.
IC Engine-parameters, construction, operating cycles. 2-stroke & 4-stroke cycle engines,
SI & CI engines, Engine performance & efficiency, valve timing & port timing diagrams.

Fuel System
Conventional fuels, alternative fuels, normal and abnormal combustion, cetane and octane
numbers, Fuel mixture requirements for SI engines, Fuel Cell, types of carburetors,
multi-point and single point fuel injection systems, fuel transfer pumps, Fuel filters, fuel
injection pumps and injectors.

Transmission System
General arrangement of clutch, types & working, Principle of friction clutches,
Constructional details, Fluid flywheel, Single plate, multi-plate and centrifugal clutches.
Gear box: Necessity for gear ratios in transmission, synchromesh gear boxes, 3, 4 and 5
speed gear boxes.
Principle of operation of automatic transmission, torque converter.Construction and
working of Propeller shaft, Universal joint, Final drive, Differential,
Rear axles.

Suspension and Steering System

Suspension requirements, Sprung and Un sprung mass, Types of automotive
suspensionSystems. Conventional and Independent, Shock absorber, Types of springs,

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Hotch- kiss and Torque tube drive, Reaction members-Radius rods, Stabilizer bar, Air
suspension System.
Function of steering, Steering system layout, Automotive steering mechanism, Types of
steering gear boxes, Condition for true rolling, Steering geometry-Camber, Caster, King
pin inclination, Toe-in and Toe-out, Wheel alignment, Slip angle, Under steer & over steer
conditions, Introduction of power steering.

Braking and Electrical System

Purpose & principle of automotive brake system, types of braking system, disc & drum
brakes; Mechanical, Hydraulic & Air brake system, Calculation of braking force required,
stopping distance and dynamic weight transfer.
Automotive batteries, Automotive lighting system, Starting system, Charging system,
Voltage and current regulator, Electric horn, Dash board gauges, Wiper & side indicator
circuit, Engine electronic control modules-operating modes.

Recent Trends in Automobiles

NVH, Automotive emission controls, emission norms, Principle of operation construction-
working & application of different types of sensors, Safety in Automobiles, Testing and
certification of vehicles. Aerodynamics and ergonomics in automobile designs.

Text Books:
1. Automotive Mechanics, Donald L Anglin, William H Crouse, TMH,2006
2. Automotive Mechanics: Principles &Practices : Principles and Practices, Joseph
Heitner, CBS Publisher,2004.
3. Automobile Engineering, T.R. Banga&Nathu Singh, Khanna Publications, 1993

Recommended Reading
1. The Automobile, Harbans Singh Reyat, S. Chand Limited,2004
2. Automobile Engineering (Volume -1 & 2), KirpalSingh,Standard Publishers
Distributors,2011
3. Automobile Electrical and Electronic Systems,TomDenton,Taylor& Francis,2004

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Programme Bachelor of Technology in Production Semester : VI
Name Engineering
Course Code PE3010T
Course Title CAD/CAM/CIM
Prerequisites Manufacturing Engineering

COURSE OBJECTIVES:
To teach the theory and tools of Computer Aided Design (CAD) and Computer Aided
Manufacturing (CAM) with an emphasis on the central role of the geometric model in their
seamless integration.To introduce geometric modeling techniques and solid modeling data
structures. To cover machining theory, automated CNC machining, and process control. To
introduce the student to the development of (new) CAD/CAM applications
COURSE OUTCOMES:
1. To describe the fundamental theory and concepts of the CAD/CAM.
2. Develop the concepts and underlying theory of modeling and the usage of models in different
engineering applications.
3. Compare the different types of modeling techniques and explain the central role solid models
play in the successful completion of CAD/CAM based product development.
4. Develop transformation for 2D, 3D geometric modeling.
5. Explain the basic concepts of CNC programming and machining.
6. An understanding of using engineering design and modeling techniques towards flow lines,
robotics, numerical control and the integration of computer control/usage in manufacturing.

Course Content
Computer Aided Design (CAD):
Introduction: History of CAD/CAM development, Definition of CAD/CAM tools,
CAD/CAM Hardware and Software – Input and output devices, Need of CAD/CAM.
Scan conversion: scan conversion algorithms for lines and circle.
2D & 3D Transformations: Translation, Rotation, Scaling, Mirror reflection, Shearing applied
to solid objects.
Projections Transformations: parallel, perspective. Curves& Surfaces.
Geometric Modeling: Wire frame, Surface and Solid modeling, solid representation schemes
such as B- rep, CSG, Feature based modeling, Euler theory etc.
Graphics standards: IGES, DXF, STEP, STL, etc.

Computer Aided Manufacture (CAM):

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Introduction: NC, CNC, DNC, Modes, NC Elements, Advantages and Limitations of NC,
CNC. Functions of computers in DNC.Numerical Control, CNC and DNC, NC
manufacturing.
NC and CNC machine tools: CNC tooling, Tool presetting, ATC, Work holding, Overview
of different CNC machining centers, CNC Turning centers, High speed machine tools.
CNC Programming: Part program fundamentals, Steps involved in development of a part
program, Manual part programming, CAPP: APT Programming in Drilling, Milling &
Turning. Introduction to 3 axis and 5 axis CNC machines programming.

Computer Integrated Manufacture (CIM):

Introduction to Manufacturing Systems, Material handling Systems - AGV, Robots, AS & RS,
Flexible Manufacturing Systems (FMS), Group Technology and Cellular Manufacturing.

Introduction To Finite Element Analysis:

Introduction, basic concepts, discretization, element types, nodes & degrees of freedom, mesh
generation, constraints, loads, preprocessing, application to static analysis.

Robotics: fundamentals of robotics, control systems in robotics, robotic end effectors and
sensors, robot programming techniques, applications of robotic system.

Text Books
1. Ibrahim Zeid and R. Sivasubramanian : CAD/CAM Theory and Practice, Tata
McGraw Hill
2. P.N.Rao: CAD/CAM Principles and Applications, Tata McGraw Hill

Recommended Reading
1. Chougule N.K.:CAD/CAM/CAE, Scitech Publications.
2. P. N. Rao, and T.K. Kundra: Computer Aided Manufacturing: Tata McGraw Hill
3. M.P.Groover: Automation, Production Systems and Computer Integrated
Manufacturing, Prentice-Hall.
4. J.N.Reddy: An Introduction to the Finite Element Method, McGraw Hill, New York.
5. S.S.Rao: The Finite Element Method in Engineering, Pergamon press, Oxford
England

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Programme Bachelor of Technology in Production Semester : VI
Name Engineering
Course Code PE3010P
Course Title CAD/CAM/CIM Lab
Prerequisites Manufacturing Technology

COURSE OBJECTIVES:
To impart the knowledge of geometrical modeling and computer aided manufacturing.
COURSE OUTCOMES:
1. Become an expert user of an advanced CAD/CAM system (Pro-E) the student will
be able to efficiently use the system to conduct an entire product development
process of middle to large scale project from the very early conceptual design till
the final machining G-code generation or rapid prototyping operation, in a team
work environment.
2. The student will have a thorough understanding of the fundamental mathematical
theories and computer algorithms underlying CAD/CAM/CAE software tools.
3. Attain proficiency in drawing complex components and assembly using software
available in markets so that students can use this knowledge directly on
employment

Course Content

1. CAD:
Create solid components, Assembly, drawing (Drafting) of given components by
using Modeling software like Pro-E. Also prepare and present report on it.
Write and run a program to draw an entity like line, circle, etc using DDA algorithm
and Bresenham’salgorithm.Assignment on 2D, 3D Geometric transformation &
Projection transformation.Assignment on geometric design of planar curves and
surfaces.Assignment on Product Data Exchange Standards.
2. CAM:
Develop CNC program & APT program for given components.
Create tool path generation using any CAM package.
Assignment on Rapid Prototyping.
3. CAE:
Analysis exercises using any CAE package

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Programme Bachelor of Technology in Production Semester : VI
Name Engineering
Course Code PE3011T
Course Title Tool Engineering
Prerequisites Manufacturing Engineering

COURSE OBJECTIVES:
The objective of this course is to impart the knowledge of toolings used in various batch and
mass production work including the design of jigs, fixtures and dies.
COURSE OUTCOMES:
1. To introduce the students to the design concepts in location, clamping and holding in
jigs and fixture
2. Design jigs and fixtures for various processes
3. Practices of tooling (Jigs and Fixtures) and die design for presswork
4. Analytical and application oriented approach required to be adopted in teaching and
evaluation rather than descriptive approach.

Course Contents

Introduction to Jigs and Fixtures

Necessity, applications and types, basic concept of Jigs and fixtures for different
manufacturing processes, dependency of jig and fixture design on operation sequence,
Location and clamping system: Principles, types, applications, locating pins, pads,
diamond pins, adjustable supports, V and post locators, clamping system - principle, types,
screw clamp, strap, lever, hinge type, cam operated, toggle clamps, centralizer and equalizer
clamp, multiple clamping, quick acting clamps, pneumatically operated clamps.

Design of Jigs and Fixtures:

Component Analysis: Geometry, accuracy, material, machinability, quantity, modifications
so as to assist production.
Design Analysis: Selection of location and clamping faces/points, component distortion
under clamping and cutting forces; compensating for component variation, choice of cutting
tool and means of guiding and supporting.
Line diagrams of locating and clamping system; mathematical analysis of forces, stresses,
stiffness and proportions, economics and costs of alternative methods of design
Principles of jig design, types of jigs- plate, template, box, channel, sandwich, latch, tumble,
turn-over, tumble jig etc., types of bushes, selection of bushes and liners, construction of jig
and fixture bodies, use of standard parts.

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Design of Fixtures
Principles of fixture design, types of fixtures- gang, straddle, vertical, slot, string milling
fixture etc., selection of the suitable type, design of milling fixtures, use of setting block,
tennons, T-bolts etc., design of turning fixture for lathe
Indexing System: Necessity, different indexing systems for jigs and fixtures.

Design applications of typical Jigs and Fixtures

Given component including plate, channel; latch and box type drill jigs and jigs for drilling
combined with reaming, tapping, counter boring and spot facing, milling fixtures, including
multi-station, fixture for profiling, broaching, grinding fixtures for cylindrical and surface
grinding, through type and rotating table type; assembly fixtures and combined jig and
inspection fixtures. Incidence of work study on jig and fixture design and applications;
alternative tooling methods with respect to factors such as batch size, total quantity,
frequency of setup, etc. standardization; universal jig components. Types of construction;
cast, fabricated and welded; standardization of details; cost consideration with respect to
quantity, quality and effectiveness. Fixtures for inspection in mass production processes;
fixtures for various heat treatment processes

Introduction to Press Tools

Dies, punches, types of presses, types of dies, simple, compound, combination and
progressive dies, press tools for operations like blanking, piercing, drawing, shaving,
trimming, etc. Design of die set for cutting operations : Theory of metal cutting, cutting force
and lank holding force estimation, punch and die clearance, scrap strip layout, design of
punches, design of dies, pilots, strippers, stock stops, finger stops, auto stops, center of
pressure, selection of die set

Design of Drawing Die

blank size determination, no. of draws, stage wise achievement of drawn component, stage
wise component drawings, drawing radii and clearance, drawing forces, defects in drawing,
Bending and Forming of Sheet Metal : Metal movement in bending and forming, bend radius,
development of blank and bend allowances, spring back, flaring holds, bending and
bottoming forces, design of press brake dies, and bending and forming press dies.

Miscellaneous Dies like- cut off dies, trimming, shaving, bulging, rubber, lancing, slitting,
horn type, side cam dies, bending, forming, curling dies etc. (theoretical treatment only)

Text Books
1. Tool Design, Donaldson, (TMH)
2. Tool Design, Pollock, Reston Pub. Co. Inc.
3. An Introduction to Jig & Tool Design, M.H.A. Kempster, (ELBS)
4. Handbook of Die Design- Suchy, (McGraw Hill)
5. Die Design Fundamentals, J. R. Paquin, R. E. Crowley, Industrial Press Inc.

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Reference Books
1. Jigs and Fixture, P. H. Joshi, Tata Mc-Graw Hill Pub. Co
2. Techniques of Press Working of Metals by Eary and Reed
3. CMTI Machine Tool Design Handbook, (TMH)
4. Design Data Handbook –PSG College of Tech., Coimbtore

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Programme Bachelor of Technology in Production Semester : VI
Name Engineering
Course Code PE3011P
Course Title Tool Engineering Lab
Prerequisites Manufacturing Engineering

List of the Assignments/Experiments

1. Design and drawing of two drilling / reaming jigs. (Details of at least one sheet
showing manufacturing drawing with tolerances, material specification and heat
treatment)
2. Design and drawing of two milling fixtures. (Details of at least one sheet showing
manufacturing drawing with tolerances, material specification and heat treatment.)
3. Design and drawing of one progressive die
4. Design and drawing of one drawing die

Text Books
1. Tool Design, Donaldson, (TMH)
2. Tool Design, Pollock, Reston Pub. Co. Inc.
3. An Introduction to Jig & Tool Design, M.H.A. Kempster, (ELBS)
4. Handbook of Die Design- Suchy, (McGraw Hill)

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Programme Bachelor of Technology in Production Semester : VI
Name Engineering
Course Code PE3012T
Course Title Mechatronics & Automation
Prerequisites Fluid Mechanics and Machinery

COURSE OBJECTIVES:
Provides the student with basic knowledge of the industrial automation systems design,
installation, modification, maintenance, and repair.

COURSE OUTCOMES:
1. Able to formulate and design stable control system.
2. Able to design hydraulic circuits, pneumatic circuits, electro-pneumatic
circuits, electro-hydraulic circuits, Hydro-pneumatic circuits, logic control
circuits for industrial applications.
3. Able to write assembly language programming for µController 8051& µp
8085.
4. Able to draw ladder logic diagram for PLC.

Course Contents

Automation
Definition, concepts, where, what, how to apply, automation of machining processes, types of
automation: low/medium/high cost, hard/flexible automation, semi/fully automated machine
tools, special purpose machines, material transfer devices.

Control System Fundamentals

Control system concepts, classification of control systems, mathematical representation of
system equations, derivation of system equations, response characteristics of components and
systems, frequency response analysis, stability of components and systems, root locus method
of analysis, feedback control system elements, basic control actions and industrial automatic
control.

Low Cost Automation Using Pneumatics

Operational principles and uses of pneumatic power systems, design and functioning of
pneumatic components (compressors, service units, storage tank, control valves, linear and
rotary actuators) and basic controls, construction of pneumatic controls and circuit diagrams
for conveying, feeding, clamping, indexing, cutting and non/cutting operations; login control
system and sequence control, electro pneumatic control and circuit design.

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Logic, Gates and Controls
Pneumatic logic gates: AND, OR, NAND and NOR; applications of basic control circuits based
on these gates; introduction to the design and mode of operation of programmable logic control,
conversion and documentation of control problems into run able PLC programme.

Electrical Control Devices

Features and design principles of electrical circuits, clutches, brakes, thermal relays, time
relays, electrical circuits for machine tools.

Assignments
1. Drawing of at least five industrial circuits.
2. Stability analysis of industrial automatic control.
3. Numerical problems based on above topics.
4. Industrial visit report.
5. Miniprojects on the integration of different systems of machine tools and automated
systems
Text Books
1. Pneumatic Circuits and Low Cost Automation; Fawce, JR (Sections 1,3,5)
2. Fundamentals of Pneumatics; Festo Series (Section 3)

3. Automation, Production Systems and CIM by MikellGroover

4. (sections 1,2)
5. Industrial Hydraulics by Pippenger (Sections 1,4,5)

6. Engineering Systems and Automatic Control by Peter Dransfield (Section 2)

7. Design of Machine Tools by S.K.Basu(section 6)

8. Automatic Control System, S.N.Verma (sections 1,2)

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Programme Bachelor of Technology in Production Semester : VI
Name Engineering
Course Code PE3012P
Course Title Mechatronics & Automation Lab
Prerequisites Fluid Mechanics and Machinery

COURSE OBJECTIVES:
Impart the practical knowledge of different pneumatic and hydraulic circuits.

COURSE OUTCOMES:
1. Able to draw, simulate and troubleshoot various Pre-designed industrial circuit
using simulation software like Automation Studio and Festo.
2. Able to test basic circuits on trainers.
3. Able to write and understand Assembly Language Programming for given
application.
List of Experiments
1. Design and testing of electro-pneumatic circuits using a trainer.
2. Design and testing of electro-pneumatic circuits using a simulator.
3. Design and testing of pneumatic circuits using a trainer.
4. Design and testing of pneumatic circuits using a simulator.
5. Design and testing of hydraulic circuits using a trainer.
6. Design and testing of eletro-hydraulic circuits using a trainer.
7. Design and testing of Stability of industrial automatic control.
8. Testing assembly programming on 8085 µp /8051 µc
9. Design and testing of PLC ladder logic diagram
Assignments
1. Drawing of at least five industrial circuits.
2. Stability analysis of industrial automatic control.
3. Numerical problems based on above topics.
4. Industrial visit report.
Training Kits and Simulators
1. Vickers Hydraulics trainer and simulator.
2. Festo pneumatic and PLC trainer and simulator.
3. Automation studio simulator
4. 8085 µp /8051 µc kits
5. Control Engineering Problem Solver

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Programme Bachelor of Technology in Production Semester : VI
Name Engineering
Course Code HM3002A
Course Title Advanced Business Communications
Prerequisites -----

COURSE OBJECTIVES:
 To develop the specific, managerial communicative abilities of students making them
industry- ready
 To enable students apply the principles of inter personal communication for
development of self and for others

COURSE OUTCOMES:
Students will be able to:
a) Draft technical documents for specific purposes
b) Create various types of technical reports
c) Analyse standard practices of business ethics and culture for development of
self and for the organization
d) Conduct effective meetings with proper documentation

Content:
Technical Writing
a) Framing definitions writing instructions
b) description of objects
c) explaining a process
Report Writing
a) Objectives of report writing
b) Language and Style in a report.
c) Types of reports
d) Formats of reports: Memo, letter, project and survey based
Work Culture
a) Corporate ethics/Ethical codes of conduct in business and corporate activities
b) Etiquette in social and business settings
c) Email etiquette
d) Telephone Etiquette
e) Cross-cultural awareness
Strategies for conducting effective meetings
a) Notice
b) Agenda
c) Minutes of the meeting
Interpersonal Skills
a) Emotional Intelligence
b) Leadership and team-building
c) Assertiveness

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 d) Conflict Resolution
e) Negotiation Skills
f) Time Management

Writing Research Papers

Textbooks:

1. Report writing for Business Lesikar and Petit.

2. Effective Technical Communication AsharafRizvi, The McGraw Hill
3. Professional Ethics R. Subramanian.
4. Business Communication. Hory Shankar, Mukharjee, OUP
5. Effective Technical Communication, Anne Eisenberg.
Reference Books
1. Basic Managerial Skills for AllE.H. McGrath, PHI Learning Pvt Ltd
2. MLA Handbook for Writers of Research Papers

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Programme Bachelor of Technology in Production Semester : VI
Name Engineering
Course Code PE3151S
Course Title Operations Management
Prerequisites

COURSE OBJECTIVES:
To understand various components and functions of operation management such as
Aggregate Planning, Process Planning, production scheduling, Assembly Line Balancing.

COURSE OUTCOMES:
After completion of this course, students must learn:
1. different production systems and flow of information in manufacturing organizations
2. Meaning of capacity planning and evaluate a capacity planning for small/medium
scale organizations
3. Apply different forecasting techniques
4. Meaning of inventory management and software available for materials management
5. Different Japanese management techniques

Course Content
1. Overview of Production System, Objectives of Operation Management, Scope of
Operations Management, Operations Management Frame work, Relationship of
operations with other Functional areas, Manufacturing Vs Service sector, Operations
Decision making, Production Design Process and Process choices.

2. Measures of capacity, Factors affecting capacity, Capacity planning, Systematic

approach to capacity planning, Long-term and short-term capacity decisions, Tools
for capacity planning, Capacity Requirement planning- Business process outsourcing.

3. Forecasting
Patterns of a time series, trend, cyclical, seasonal and irregular; Forecasting
Techniques: moving average, simple exponential smoothing, linear regression;
Forecasting a time series with trend and seasonal component.

4. Aggregate Planning strategies and methods-Pure and mixed strategies-Transportation

method-LPP method

5. Master Production Schedule, MRP-Lot sizing methods - Wagner and whitens

algorithm, MRP II, CRP.

6. Assembly Line Balancing Algorithms, Group technology – Production Flow analysis

– Rank order clustering, Business Process Reengineering-JIT KANBAN-types of
KANBAN- value engineering (VE) - approaches of value analysis and engineering –
Effective organization for value work, function analysis system techniques-FAST

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Textbooks
1. Analysis and control of Production System by Elsayed A Elsayed, Thomas O.
Boucher, Prentice Hall publications, 1993
2. Buffa, E.S., "Modern Production/Operations Management", 7th edition, John
Wiley sons, 2007.

Recommended Reading
1. Krajewski and Ritzman, "Operations management", Addison Wesley Pub. Co,
2007.
2. Norman Gaither, Greg Frazier, Operations Management, Thomson Learning,
9thEdition,2002.
3. Monks J.G. Operations Management, McGraw Hill, 2004

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Programme Bachelor of Technology in Production Semester : VI
Name Engineering
Course Code PE3153S
Course Title Technology Management
Prerequisites -----

COURSE OBJECTIVES:
The main objective of this course is to impart the knowledge of technology development,
evaluation of technology impacts and the streamlining a technology transfer.
COURSE OUTCOMES:
After completion of this course student must be:
1. Understand the key issues in technology management
2. Forecast the technology development and understand the technology acquisition
process
3. Access the economical, societal and human aspects of technology management

Course Contents

Introduction to Technology Management

Concept and Meaning of Technology and Technology Management- Technology;
Technology management, Evolution and Growth of Technology, Role and Significance of
Technology Management, Impact of Technology on Society and Business- Technology and
competition; Key issues in managing technological innovation, Forms of Technology-
Process technology; Product technology.

Technology Acquisition
Technology Acquisition, Alternatives for Acquiring New Technologies, Reasons Compelling
a Company for Obtaining a New Technology, Management of Acquired Technology,
Measures of Scale and Mechanisms for Acquiring Technologies- Economy of scale or Scale
economy; Levels of scale; The measurement of scale; Factors affecting the choice of scale.
Technology Forecasting
Concept of Technology Forecasting- Characteristics of technology forecasting ; Technology
forecast method; Principles of technology forecasting, Technology Forecasting Process, Need
and Role of Technology Forecasting, Forecasting Methods and Techniques, Planning and
Forecasting.
Technology Strategy and Competitiveness
Technology Strategy-Technology strategy and management; Elements of an accessible
technology strategy, Innovation Management, Competitive Advantage- Components of
competitive advantage; Creating competitive advantage using value chain, Technology
Management Evaluation or Assessment.

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Technology Adoption, Diffusion, and Absorption
Technology Adoption, Technology Diffusion- of technology diffusion; Perspectives of
innovation diffusion process; Activities necessary for diffusion process, Technology
Absorption- Role of technology absorption; Benefits of technology absorption; Constraints in
technology absorption, Technology Package and Technological Dependence, Indian
Experience in Technology Absorption Efforts, Issues Involved in the Management of
Technology Absorption and Government Initiatives.
Selection and Implementation of New Technologies – Automation Decisions
New Technologies, Selection of a New Technology, Implementation of New Technology,
Automation- Automation and automation technology; Automation decisions.
Aspects and Issues in Technology Management
Technological Change- Characteristics of technological change; Classification of
technological change; Impact of technological change, Technology Life Cycle, Technology
Transformation, Technology Policies and Policy Instruments, Technological Development
Options and Strategies, Technology and Socio-Economic Planning, Diffusion and Growth of
Technologies- Information technology revolution; Macro effects of technological change.
Technology Generation and Development
Technology Generation- Process; , Technology Development, Importance of Technology
Generation and Development, Need for Technology Strategy, Importance of Research and
Development (R&D)- Corporate research and product lifetimes; Production costs and R&D;
Translation of R & D efforts to technology.
Technology Transfer
Transfer of Technology, Models of Technology Transfer- Traditional technology transfer
models; Qualitative technology transfer models, Technology Transfer Modes, Dimensions of
Technology Transfer, Features of Technology Package, Routes of Technology Transfer.
Technology Assessment
Technology Choice, Technology Assessment Process, Technology Leadership and
Followership, Technology Concepts- Technology acquisition; Meaning of innovation and
creativity; Innovation management.
Managing Technology Based Innovation
Innovation and Technology- Innovation – Technology relationship; Technological innovation
and management, Process of Technology - Based Innovation, Measures of Innovative
Performance, Characteristics of Innovative Work Environment, Key Areas of Management
Focus for Productive Innovation, Measures for Building High-Performing Innovative
Technology- Based Organisations.
Product Technology

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Product Development, Role of Government in Technology Management, Technology
Development and Competition, Managing Research & Development (R & D), Intellectual
Property Management.
Knowledge Based Technologies and Knowledge Management
Knowledge Based Technology and Techniques - Knowledge based technology
process; Tools and techniques, Role of Artificial Intelligence Techniques, Knowledge
Management Techniques for Technology Management.
Human Aspects in Technology Management
Integration of People and Technology, Factors Considered in Technology Management-
Organisational factors; Psychological factors, Organisational Structure and Technology.
Social Issues in Technology Management
Social Issues, Technological Change and Industrial Relations- Implementation of
rationalization and automation in India; Impact of technological change, Technology
Assessment and Environmental Impact Analysis- Environmental impact analysis process-
Guidelines on the scope of EIA; Issues in preparation of EIA report; Elements of the
environmental problem.
Textbooks
1. K. Tarek: Management of Technology, the key to competitiveness and wealth
creation, Tata McGraw-Hill Book Co., Delhi, 2009.
2. Burgelman, R. A., Christensen C.M. and Wheelwright, S. C.; Strategic
Management of Technology and Innovation; McGraw-Hill, 2004.
3. Schilling, M.A.; Strategic Management of Technological Innovation; McGraw-
Hill, 2005.

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Programme Bachelor of Technology in Production Semester : VI
Name Engineering
Course Code PE3152S
Course Title Product Life-Cycle Management
Prerequisites ----

COURSE OBJECTIVES:
To impart the knowledge of business constraints, process of new product introduction and
development of strategic plan for new product development.

COURSE OUTCOMES:
1. Designing products with consideration to business constraints.
2. Understanding the market aspects involved and process involved in bringing new
products to the marketplace.
3. Understand the principal issues involved in technical product management throughout
all phases of the product life cycle.
4. Be able to develop, plan and manage with a product management plan that covers
design, development, test, marketing and sales, and customer support.
5. Be skilled at participating in the development of a strategic plan that relates to
organizational objectives for a product or product area including its phase out and
replacement at end of the product life cycle.

Course Content

Introduction
Definition, PLM Lifecycle model, Threads of PLM, Need for PLM, Opportunities and
benefits of PLM, Views, Components and Phases of PLM, PLM feasibility study, PLM
visioning.

PLM Concepts, Processes and Workflow

Characteristics of PLM, Environment driving PLM,PLM Elements, Drivers of PLM,
Conceptualization, Design, Development, Validation, Production, Support of PLM.

Product Data Management (PDM) Process and Workflow

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PDM systems and importance, reason for implementing a PDM system, financial justification
of PDM implementation. Versioning, check-in and checkout, views, Metadata, Lifecycle, and
workflow.Applied problems and solution on PDM processes and workflow.

Collaborative Product Development

Engineering vaulting, product reuse, smart parts, engineering change management, Bill of
materials and process consistency, Digital mock-up and prototype development, design for
environment, virtual testing and validation, marketing collateral.

Developing a PLM strategy and conducting a PLM assessment

Strategy, Impact of strategy, implementing a PLM strategy, PLM initiatives to support
corporate objectives.Infrastructure assessment, assessment of current systems and
applications.

PLM for e-manufacturing: electronic business and PLM, Preconditions for electric business
from the viewpoint of the individual company, Significance of product management,
collaboration and electronic business for the manufacturing industry.

Integration of the PLM system with other applications: Different ways to integrate PLM
systems, Transfer file, Database integration, System roles, ERP, Optimization of ERP for
PLM and CAD.

Implementing end to end business process management: Product lifecycle management as

a business strategy tool, Product lifecycle management as an enabler of cooperation between
companies, Contents of collaboration, Successful cooperation, Tools of collaboration, From
changes in the business environment to product strategy, Business Benefits of PLM.

PLM applications in process and product industries examples: Case 1: Electronics

manufacturer, Case 2: An engineering product, Case 3: Capital goods manufacturer and
customer-specifically variable product, Case 4: An IT-service provider and a customer-
specifically variable product.
Introduction to PLM software available in market like Team-Center,SAP , etc.

Text Books
1. Jaya Krishna S, Product Lifecycle Management: Concepts and cases, ICFAI
Publications 2011.
2. Michael Grieves: Product Lifecycle Management, McGraw-Hill.
3. AnttiSaaksvuori, Anselmilmmonen: Product Life Cycle Management, Springer
4. John Stark :Product Lifecycle Management: Paradigm for 21st Century Product
Realization, Springer-Verlag
Recommended Reading
1. SOA approach to Enterprise Integration for Product Lifecycle, IBM Red books, 2011.

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Programme Bachelor of Technology in Production Semester : VI
Name Engineering
Course Code PE3154S
Course Title Dynamics of Machinery
Prerequisites Theory of machines, Mechanics of Solids

COURSE OBJECTIVES:
To teach the students concepts of dynamic and static force, design aspects of rotating and
reciprocating members and mechanical vibrations. Also, teach the students about design and
applications of governors and gyroscopes.

COURSE OUTCOMES:
1. To impart knowledge on Force analysis of machinery, balancing of rotating and
reciprocating masses, Gyroscopes, Energy fluctuation in Machines. This forms the
second part of the basics needed in the area of Mechanisms for Design courses in
future.
2. To introduce the fundamentals in Vibration, Vibration analysis of Single degree and
multi degree freedom systems.
3. To impart knowledge required to understand the physical significance and design
vibration systems with desired conditions.

Course Contents

Static and Dynamic Force Analysis

Introduction: Static equilibrium. Equilibrium of two and three force members.Members with
two forces and torque. Free body diagrams. Principle of virtual work.D’Alembert’s principle
– Equivalent offset inertia force – Dynamic analysis of four bar mechanism – Dynamic
Analysis of reciprocating engines – Piston effort, Crank effort, Turning moment on
crankshaft, Inertia of connecting rod – Inertia force in reciprocating engines (Graphical
method).

Balancing of Rotating and Reciprocating Masses

Static and Dynamic balancing of rotating masses – Balancing of reciprocating masses –
Balancing of locomotives – Partial balancing of reciprocating masses – Multi cylinder Inline
and radial engines. Inertia effect of crank and connecting rod, single cylinder engine,
balancing in multi cylinder-inline engine (primary & secondary forces), V-type engine;
Radial engine – Direct and reverse crank method.

Governors

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Introduction, types of governors, characteristics of centrifugal governors, gravity controlled
and spring controlled centrifugal governors, hunting of centrifugal governors, inertia
governors. Dynamometers: types of dynamometers, Prony brake, rope brake and band brake
dynamometers, belt transmission dynamometer, torsion dynamometer, hydraulic
dynamometer.

Gyroscope
Gyroscopes, vectorial representation of angular motion, gyroscopic forces and couples on
ship, plane disc, aeroplane, gyroscopic stabilization, ship stabilization, stability of four wheel
and two wheel vehicles moving on curved paths.

Mechanical Vibrations
One dimensional longitudinal, Transverse, and torsional vibrations, Natural frequency, Effect
of damping on vibrations, Different types of damping.Forced vibration, Forces and
displacement, Transmissibility, Vibration Isolation, Vibration sensors: seismometer and
Accelerometers, Whirling of shafts with single rotor.

Text Books
1. S. S. Rattan, Theory of Machines, 2nd Edition,, Tata McGraw HillPublishing
Company Ltd.
2. Theory of Machines, Sadhu Singh, Pearson Education. 2nd edition. 2007
3. Lasithan L G, Elementary Engineering Vibration and Industrial Noise Control, 1st
edition, Pentex Book Publishers and Distributors.

Recommended Reading
1. Ghosh A. and Mallick A.K., (1988), “Theory of Mechanisms and Machines”,
Affiliated East-West Press Pvt. Ltd., New Delhi.
2. William T Thomson, Marie Dillon Dahleh and ChandramouliPadmanabhan, (2004),
“Theory of Vibration with applications”, Fifth Edition, Pearson Education Publisher.

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Programme Bachelor of Technology in Production Semester : VI
Name Engineering
Course Code PE3155S
Course Title Artificial Intelligence and Expert Systems
Prerequisites ----

COURSE OBJECTIVES:
This course will introduce the basic principles in artificial intelligence, natural language
processing and expert systems.

COURSE OUTCOMES:
After completion of this course student must understand the:
1. Basic working of artificial intelligence systems
2. Understand and apply the searching strategies
3. Understand the meanings of expert systems and apply the expert systems for different
production engineering related cases.

Course Contents
Introduction to Intelligent Systems

Introduction and Intelligent systems, What Is AI, The Foundations of Artificial Intelligence,
The History of Artificial Intelligence, Applications of A.I. Intelligent Agents Agents and
Environments, Good Behavior: The Concept of Rationality, The Nature of Environments,
The Structure of Agents, How the components of agent programs work.

Searching Strategies

Solving Problems by Searching, Study and analysis of various searching algorithms.

Implementation of Depth-first search Problem-Solving Agents, Searching for Solutions,
Uninformed Search Strategies: Breadth-first search, Uniform-cost search, Depth-first search,
Depth-limited search, Iterative deepening depth-first search, Bidirectional search Informed
(Heuristic) Search Strategies: Greedy best first search A* search: Minimizing the total
estimated solution cost, Conditions for optimality: Admissibility and consistency, Optimality
of A*, Memory-bounded heuristic search, Heuristic Functions, Generating admissible
heuristics from sub problems: Pattern databases, Learning heuristics from experience.

Beyond Classical Search: Local Search Algorithms and Optimization Problems: Hill-
climbing search Simulated annealing, local beam search, Genetic algorithms, Local Search in
Continuous Spaces, Searching with Non-deterministic

Actions: AND-OR search trees, Searching with Partial Observations

Adversarial Search

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Adversarial Search and Constraint Satisfaction Problems, Study of minimax algorithm
Adversarial Search: Games, Optimal Decisions in Games, The minimax algorithm, Optimal
decisions in multiplayer games, Alpha--Beta Pruning, Move ordering , Imperfect Real-Time
Decisions, Evaluation functions, Cutting off search, Forward pruning, Search versus lookup,
Stochastic Games, Evaluation functions for games of chance, Partially Observable Games
Constraint Satisfaction Problems: Defining Constraint Satisfaction Problems, Variations on
the CSP formalism, Constraint Propagation: Inference in CSPs, Backtracking Search for
CSPs, Local Search for CSPs, Alpha-beta pruning and CSP, Implementation aspects of
minimax algorithm and CSP.

Logical agents and Classical Planning

Logical agents and Classical Planning, Study and comparison of knowledge representation
structures.Implementation aspects of Backtracking algorithm and forward and backward
chaining.

Logical Agents: Knowledge representation structures: Frames, semantic net, Scripts, Logic:
Prepositional Logic, Prepositional Theorem Proving, Inference and proofs, Proof by
resolution, Conjunctive normal form, Horn clauses and definite clauses, Forward and
backward chaining, A complete backtracking algorithm, Syntax and Semantics of First-Order
Logic, Symbols and interpretations, Knowledge Engineering in First-Order Logic,
Unification, Resolution, Introduction to logic programming (PROLOG).

Classical Planning: Definition of Classical Planning, The complexity of classical planning,

Algorithms for Planning as State-Space Search, Forward (progression) state-space search,
Backward (regression) relevant-states search, Heuristics for planning, Planning Graphs, Other
Classical Planning Approaches, Hierarchical Planning.

Quantifying Uncertainty

Acting under Uncertainty, Basic Probability Notation, Inference Using Full Joint Distributions, Bayes'
Rule and Its Use, Representing Knowledge in an Uncertain Domain, Other Approaches to Uncertain
Reasoning, and Rule-based methods for uncertain reasoning.Representing vagueness: Fuzzy sets and
fuzzy logic, Study of fuzzy logic and Decision trees, Implementation aspects of Decision trees.

Learning from Examples:Forms of Learning, Supervised Learning, Learning Decision Trees, The
decision tree representation, Expressiveness of decision trees, inducing decision trees from examples.

Natural Language Processing and Expert Systems

Natural language processing and Expert systems, Natural Language Processing: Language
Models, Steps in NLP, Syntactic Analysis (Parsing), Semantic interpretation, Discourse and
pragmatic Processing, Text Classification. Discourse and pragmatic Processing,
Implementation aspects of Syntactic Analysis (Parsing)

Expert Systems: What is Expert system, Components of Expert System, Case studies on
expert systems.Application of AI and expert systems for different production engineering
related problems.

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Text Books:
1. Artificial Intelligence: A Modern Approach by Peter and Norvig ISBN-0-13- 103805-2,

Recommended Reading
1. Artificial Intelligence by Elaine Rich, Kevin Knight and Nair ISBN-978-0-07-
008770-5, TMH.
2. Prolog Programming for A.I. by Bratko, TMH
3. Artificial Intelligence by SarojKausik ISBN:- 978-81-315-1099-5, Cengage
Learning
4. Artificial Intelligence and Intelligent Systems by Padhy, Oxforfd University Press,

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Programme Bachelor of Technology in Production Semester : VI
Name Engineering
Course Code PE3156S
Course Title Unconventional and Micromachining Processes
Prerequisites Manufacturing Engineering

COURSE OBJECTIVES:
To learn about various unconventional machining processes, the various process
parameters and their influence on performance and their applications.

COURSE OUTCOMES:
1. To teach the students basic working principles, process capabilities and applications
of different unconventional machining processes
2. To fundamentally understand the working of micromachining processes
3. Understand the research directions and capabilities of micromachining processes
4. To impart the knowledge about the technology development trends in hybrid
manufacturing processes

Course Contents

Introduction
History, Classification, comparison between conventional and Non-conventional machining
process selection. Overview of Micro-manufacturing: Microproducts, design considerations,
micromachining process capabilities, material factors, manufacturing method classification,
hybrid processes, equipment design considerations
Mechanical Energy Based Processes
Abrasive Jet Machining – Water Jet Machining – Abrasive Water Jet Machining -Ultrasonic
Machining. (AJM, WJM, AWJM and USM). Working Principles – equipmentused – Process
parameters – MRR Variation in techniques used – Applications.
Electrical Energy Based Processes
Electric Discharge Machining (EDM)- working Principle-equipments-Process Parameters-
Surface Finish and MRR- electrode / Tool – Power and control Circuits-Tool Wear – Dielectric
– Flushing – Wire cut EDM – Applications.
Chemical And Electro-Chemical Energy BasedProcesses

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Chemical machining and Electro Chemical machining (CHM and ECM)-Etchantsmaskant-
techniques of applying maskants-Process Parameters – Surface finish andMRR-Applications.
Principles of ECM-equipments-Surface Roughness and MRRElectricalcircuit-Process
Parameters-ECG and ECH - Applications.
Thermal Energy Based Processes
Laser Beam machining and drilling (LBM), plasma Arc machining (PAM) and Electron, Beam
Machining (EBM). Principles – Equipment –Types - Beam control techniques –Applications.
Micro/Nano Machining through Metal Cutting:
Fundamentals, chip formation, ductile mode cutting, effect of workpiece material micro
structure, precision machining for micro/nano cutting and micro tooling.
Micro EDM:
Machining principle, dielectric fluid process parameters and process capabilities, micro-wire
EDM, micro-die sinking EDM, micro EDM drilling, machine design, generator types,
parameter optimization, tool electrode, applications
Laser Micro Machining and Laser Assisted Machining:
Basics of laser beams, ablation process, thermal effects, process principle, examples, machine
design, laser cladding, laser assisted micromachining, laser beam micro joining.
Hot Embossing:
Process operation, process variables, multiplayer molding, hot punching, thermoforming, roller
embossing , material, techniques, tools and application
Bulk Forming: Size effect, workpiece material, tool material, machine tool design, handling and
ejection system, micro tribology.
Forming of Micro Sheet Metal Component:
Introduction, manufacturing processes and fundamentals of deep drawing, general
considerations for manufacturing, forming tools and tool design, applications.
Micro-Hydro-Forming
Process design, parameters, tools and equipment, Micro-injection molding, micro assembly
techniques, robots in micromachining.
X-ray Lithography
LIGA steps, manufacturing capabilities, micro-electroplating, mask design, metrology and
applications.
Nano polishing applications and techniques.

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Text Books
1. Vijay.K. Jain “Advanced Machining Processes” Allied Publishers Pvt. Ltd., New
Delhi, 2007
2. Micromanufcturing Engineering and Technology, Elsevier Publications, by Yi Qin
3. Pandey P.C. and Shan H.S. “Modern Machining Processes” Tata McGraw-Hill, New
Delhi (2007).
4. McGeough, “Advanced Methods of Machining” Chapman and Hall, London (1998).
Recommended Reading
1. Nano and Micromachining, Wiley Publication, Edited by J. Davim and Mark
Jackson
2. Micromachining for Engineering Materials, Edited by Joseph McGeough

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Programme Bachelor of Technology in Production Semester : VI
Name Engineering
Course Code PE3157S
Course Title Refrigeration and Air Conditioning
Prerequisites Basic Thermodynamics and Heat Transfer, Applied
Thermodynamics

COURSE OBJECTIVES:
To impart knowledge about principles of producing low temperatures by using multi-pressure
systems and cascade systems. To provide concepts about designing, installation and servicing
of air conditioningsystems in residential, commercial and industrial buildings. To educate
about various system components and accessories of refrigeration and air-conditioning
systems.

COURSE OUTCOMES:
After taking this course the students should be able to
1. Explain different types of Basic Refrigeration cycles and its applications in multi
compressor and multi evaporator systems
2. Describe the methods for low temperature refrigeration (Cryogenics) and
Liquefaction of different gases
3. Propose the selection and design of different components of Refrigeration systems
4. Describe functioning of different kind of heat energy operated vapour absorption
systems
5. Propose the selection and application of suitable/eco-friendly refrigerants.

Course Contents

Refrigeration
Definition of Refrigeration, Reversed heat engine air standard cycles: Reversed Carnot
Cycle, Reversed Joule Cycle or Bell Coleman cycle, Refrigerator, Heat Pump, Performance
Parameters like Tones of Refrigeration (TR), co-efficient of performance (COP), kW
(power) per TR, TR per kW etc. Application of various air standard refrigeration cycles
used for cooling Air-Craft cabins. Comparison

Vapor Compression Cycles

Reversed Carnot cycle, actual compression cycle comparison of VCC with air refrigeration
cycles. Modifications, actual cycle. Refrigerants & their nomenclature, types and properties.
Study of Performance parameters, primary & secondary refrigerants. Alternate refrigerants,
ozone depletion potential & global warming & global warming potential GWP; Montreal
Protocol & Kyoto Protocol

Study of refrigeration applications

Household Refrigerator, Ice Plant, cold storage, Deep freezers etc. Modification in V.C.C.

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multiple compression, multiple evaporation, flash chamber, flash intercoolers, water inter
coolers, individual and multiple expansion valves, heat exchangers. Cascade Systems.
Introduction to Electrolux Refrigeration, Thermo-electric Refrigeration, Magnetic
Refrigeration, Three fluid refrigeration System , Steam Jet Refrigeration, Absorption
Refrigeration Vapour Absorption Machines (LiBr-H2O, NH3 - H2O) Liquefaction of gases.
Environmental issues, regularities in refrigeration and air conditioning.

Air Conditioning
Definition of Air Conditioning, Psychrometry–Psychrometric properties, processes, chart.
Adiabatic mixing of air streams. By pass Factor, Humidifying efficiency of Apparatus Dew
Point (ADP) like coil ADP, Room ADP. Various types of sensible heat factors (SHF) like
Room SHF, Grand SHF, effective SHF. Study of Psychrometers, air Washers. Combination
of various basic processes to achieve desired room conditions for specified outside
conditions. Heating & cooling load calculation. Mixing of fresh air with re-circulated air
before & after A.C.

Air-Conditioners
Year Round A.C., Split A.C., Central A.C., Advances in A.C. Comfort Air Conditioning-
Effective Temperature, Comfort, comfort charts (DBTWBT for const. velocity & variable
velocity). Comfort Zone.

Text Books
1. Refrigeration & Air-Conditioning, Arora, Domkundwar, DhanpatRai Pub.
2. Refrigeration & Air-Conditioning, Khurmi, Gupta, Urasia Pub. House.

Recommended Reading
1. Refrigeration & Air-Conditioning, Arora, Tata McGraw Hill
2. Principles of Refrigeration, Dossat, Wiley
3. Refrigeration & Air-Conditioning, Manohar Prasad, New Age Internl. Pub R.A.C.
Tables & Charts, Domkundwar
4. R.A.C. Tables & Charts, Manohar Prasad.

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Programme Bachelor of Technology in Production Semester : VI
Name Engineering
Course Code PE3158S
Course Title Business Analytics
Prerequisites Mathematics for Production Engineers 1 and 2

COURSE OBJECTIVES
The main objective of this course is to impart the knowledge of data processing techniques
and importance of information in decision making.

COURSE OUTCOMES
Upon completing this course, the students will be able to:
1. Understand the fundamentals and significance of Business Analytics
2. Understand how managers use business analytics to formulate and solve business problems
and to support managerial decision making.
3. Familiarize themselves with the most popular Analytics Tools in the Industry

Course Contents
Overview of Business Analysis

Origins of business analysis, development of business analysis, scope of business analysis work,
holistic approach, role and responsibilities of a business analyst, Competencies of a Business Analyst,
visualization

Predictive Modeling

Classification and predictive modeling, Decision trees as classification tools, Regression Models
(Linear & Logistic), Cluster Analysis, Market Basket Analysis

Statistics for Analytics

Qualitative data and analytics, Multi-Variant Data Analytics ,Using SPSS for Data Analytics

Introduction to Decision Modeling

Role of Optimization to solve business problems (like marketing mix, capital budgeting, portfolio
optimization), Use of Simulation Decision Making under Uncertainty (Types of problems: inventory
management, capital investment analysis, market share estimation, sensitivity analysis), Heuristics &
Meta-Heuristics techniques, Multi-Criteria Decision Systems, Group Decision Support Systems,
Analytics in Supply Chain Management

Data Mining

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Introduction to Data Mining, Data Warehousing and OLAP concepts, Data Mining Process, Data
mining tool XL Miner, Classification and Regression Trees, Case studies like Market Basket
Analysis, Web & Social Media, E-Commerce etc

Advanced Topics for Business Analytics

Tools and technologies for Big data, Internet of Technology (IoT), Cloud Computing
Software tools for analytics like HADOOP, R, Weka, SAS Enterprise Miner, IBM Watson, Tableau
etc.

Text Books
1. Business Analysis (3rd Edition) by Debbie Paul, James Cadle and Don Yeates,
Publisher BCS Learning & Development
2. Data Science for Business, Provost and Fawcett: O’Reilly
3. Data Mining for Business Intelligence, Concepts, Techniques and Applications,
Shmueli, Patel, and Bruce: Wiley
4. Data Mining Techniques: For Marketing, Sales, and Customer Relationship
Management, 3rd Edition Gordon Linoff and Michael Berry, 2011, Wiley

Recommended Reading
1. Management Science: The Art of Modeling with Spreadsheets, Powell and Baker:
Wiley
2. Fundamentals of Predictive Analytics with JMP By Ron Klimberg and B. D.
McCullough Publisher: SAS Institute.
3. Discovering Knowledge in Data: An Introduction to Data Mining, Daniel T. Larose &
Chantal D. Larose, Wiley, Second Edition.
4. Ronald L. Rardin, Optimization in Operations Research, Prentice Hall.

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Programme Bachelor of Technology in Production Semester : VI
Name Engineering
Course Code PE3159S
Course Title Material Handling & Storage
Prerequisites ----

COURSE OBJECTIVES:
This subject provides students with
1. a basic understanding of material handling facilities and the fundamental principles of
material handling;
2. quantitative techniques for designing warehouse and material handling systems and an
understanding of their limitations
3. an understanding of safety issues and regulations in warehouse and material handling

COURSE OUTCOMES:
Upon completion of the subject, students will be able to
a. select appropriate equipment for material handling and understand the basic roles of the
different equipment;
b. apply appropriate techniques for improving existing material handling systems;
recognize the importance of safety issues in the areas of warehouse and material
handling
Course Contents
Introduction to material handling- Principle of material handling equipment-layout and aerial
handling systems- Types of material handling systems.

Fixed Path Equipment- flexible-path equipment - Conveyers-automated guided vehicles

(AGV) - Applications of AGVS Production line equipments-pick and place robots-transfer
devices-feeder lines, robotic devices

Conveyors-storage equipments-Automated ware houses- types of storage systems- small

containers - unit load containers - rack and shelving

Automated storage and retrieval systems-methods of protecting materials for packages -

auxiliary equipments -automated identifications systems.

Warehouse structures and layouts; Material handling in cold storages, techniques of material
management in retail stores, manufacturing sector, etc.

Robotics in material handling.

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Text Book:
1. Askin RG and Standridge CS 1993, Modeling and Analysis of Manufacturing System,
New York, Wiley
2. McCormik EJ and Sanders M 1993, Human Factors in Engineering and Design, New
York, McGraw-Hill
3. Bozer YA, Chapter 56: Material Handling Systems, Handbook of Industrial
Engineering: Technology and Operations Management, 3nd edition, New York: John
Wiley & Sons
4. Smith JD, Chapter 57: Storage and Warehousing, Handbook of Industrial Engineering:
Technology and Operations Management, 3nd edition, New York: John Wiley & Sons
Recommended Reading:
1. Francis RL and White JA 1998, Facility Layout and Location: An analytical Approach,
Englewood Cliffs, NJ, Prentice-Hall
2. Muther R and Wheeler JD 1994, Simplified Systematic Layout Planning, Kansas City,
MO, Management and Industrial Publication
3. Stanks J 1994, Management Systems for Safety, Financial Times, Pitman Publishin

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Programme Bachelor of Technology in Production Semester : VI
Name Engineering
Course Code PE3160S
Course Title MIS & ERP
Prerequisites ----

COURSE OBJECTIVES:
The main objective of this course is to teach the students about workplace integration via
management information systems and enterprise resource planning packages.

COURSE OUTCOMES:
Upon completion of this course students must learn to:

1. Role of information technology in functioning of organizations

2. Sources of Data and Information
3. Process of decision making
4. Process of integration of different modules of organization
5. Issues and strategies in ERP implementation

Course Contents

Organisations and Computing

Introduction, Modern Organisation-IT enabled- Networked-Dispersed- Knowledge
Organisation, Information Systems in Organisations- what are information systems?, Brief
history of computing- ENIAC: Way to commercial computers- Advent of artificial
intelligence- advent of personal computing-Free Software Movement- Advent of Internet,
The role of internet- Internet and Web: they are different-the internet changes everything.
Managing Information Systems in Organisations
Introduction, Managing in the Internet Era, Managing Information Systems in Organisation-
the IT interaction model, Challenges for the manager-what information to build?-how much
to spend on information systems?-what level of capabilities should be created with
information systems?-how centralized should the services be?-what security levels are
required?-what is technology road map for the organization?
Data and Information
Introduction, data and information- measuring data, information as a resource, information in
organisational functions, types of information technology, types of information systems-
transaction processing systems-management information systems
Decision Making and Communication

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Introduction, Decision making with MIS-Tactical decisions-operational decisions-strategic
decisions, communication in organisations- types of communication- examples of
communications in organisations- decision making with communication technology
Decision Support Systems
Introduction, Understanding DSS- MIS and DSS-Decision making-types of decisions,
Analytics and Business Intelligence- BI techniques
Managing Data Resources
Introduction , The Need for Data Management- History of data use, Challenges of Data
Management- data independence- reduced data redundancy- data consistency- data access-
data administration- managing concurrency-managing security- recovery from crashes-
application development, Database Concepts- fields, records and files- basic architecture,
Data Warehouses- data mining uses.
Managing IT Function
Introduction, Challenges of Managing the IT function- Modern IT environment-
Centralisation versus Decentralisation-IT security-Technology selection, Vendor
Management- vendor selection-vendor contracts and service levels-Ongoing relationship
management- vendor retention or termination.
Introduction to ERP systems
Overview of enterprise systems – Evolution - Risks and benefits -Fundamental technology -
Issues to be consider in planning design and implementation of cross functional integrated
ERP systems.

ERP solutions and Functional Modules

Overview of ERP software solutions- Small medium and large enterprise vendor solutions,
BPR, Business Engineering and best Business practices - Business process Management.
Overview of ERP modules -sales and Marketing, Accounting and Finance, Materials and
Production management.

ERP Implementations
Planning Evaluation and selection of ERP systems- Implementation life cycle - ERP
implementation, Methodology and Frame work-Training – Data Migration.People
Organization in implementation-Consultants, Vendors and Employees.

Post ERP Implementation

Maintenance of ERP- Organizational and Industrial impact; Success and Failure factors of
and ERP Implementation Emerging Trends in ERP Systems: Extended ERP systems and ERP
add–ons -CRM, SCM, Business analytics etc- Future trends in ERP systems-web enabled,
Wireless technologies so on. Case studies on successful and failed ERP implementation.

Text Books

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 1. K. Laudon, C. Traver, Management Information Systems, Prentice Hall Publications,
12th Ed. (2011)
2. Alexis Leon, ERP demystified, second Edition Tata McGraw-Hill, 2007.

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