SCHOOL OF MECHANICAL

ENGINEERING

M. Tech. Automotive Engineering

M. Tech. (AE)

Curriculum
(2018-2019 admitted students)
 M. Tech. Automotive Engineering
VISION STATEMENT OF VELLORE INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY

Transforming life through excellence in education and research.

MISSION STATEMENT OF VELLORE INSTITUTE OF

TECHNOLOGY

World class Education: Excellence in education, grounded in ethics and

critical thinking, for improvement of life.
Cutting edge Research: An innovation ecosystem to extend knowledge and
solve critical problems.
Impactful People: Happy, accountable, caring and effective workforce and
students.
Rewarding Co-creations: Active collaboration with national & international
industries & universities for productivity and economic development.
Service to Society: Service to the region and world through knowledge and
compassion.

VISION STATEMENT OF THE SCHOOL OF MECHANICAL

ENGINEERING

 To be a leader in imparting world class education in Mechanical

Engineering, leading to nurturing of scientists and technologists of
highest caliber who would engage in sustainable development of the
globe.

MISSION STATEMENT OF THE SCHOOL OF MECHANICAL

ENGINEERING

 The mission of the school is to create and maintain an environment for

Excellence in Instruction, Learning and Applied Research in the area of
Mechanical and allied disciplines so as to equip our students with
necessary knowledge and skills for higher education/employment and to
meet the societal demands.

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PROGRAMME EDUCATIONAL OBJECTIVES (PEOs)

1. Graduates will be engineering practitioners and leaders, who

would help solve industry’s technological problems.

2. Graduates will be engineering professionals, innovators or

entrepreneurs engaged in technology development, technology
deployment, or engineering system implementation in industry.

3. Graduates will function in their profession with social awareness

and responsibility.

4. Graduates will interact with their peers in other disciplines in

industry and society and contribute to the economic growth of
the country.

5. Graduates will be successful in pursuing higher studies in

engineering or management.

6. Graduates will pursue career paths in teaching or research.

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PROGRAMME OUTCOMES (POs)

PO_01: Having an ability to apply mathematics and science in engineering

applications.
PO_02: Not Applicable.
PO_03: Having an ability to design a component or a product applying all the
relevant standards and with realistic constraints, including public health, safety,
culture, society and environment
PO_04: Having an ability to design and conduct experiments, as well as to
analyse and interpret data, and synthesis of information
PO_05: Having an ability to use techniques, skills, resources and modern
engineering and IT tools necessary for engineering practice
PO_06: Having problem solving ability- to assess social issues (societal, health,
safety, legal and cultural) and engineering problems
PO_07: Having adaptive thinking and adaptability in relation to environmental
context and sustainable development
PO_08: Having a clear understanding of professional and ethical responsibility
PO_09: Not Applicable
PO_10: Not Applicable
PO_11: Having a good cognitive load management skills related to project
management and finance
PO_12: Not Applicable

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ADDITIONAL PROGRAMME OUTCOMES (APOs)

APO_01: Not Applicable

APO_02: Having Sense-Making Skills of creating unique insights in what is

being seen or observed (Higher level thinking skills which cannot be codified)

APO_03: Having design thinking capability

APO_04: Having computational thinking (Ability to translate vast data in to

abstract concepts and to understand database reasoning

APO_05: Not Applicable

APO_06: Not Applicable

APO_07: Having critical thinking and innovative skills

APO_08: Having a good digital footprint

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PROGRAMME SPECIFIC OUTCOMES (PSOs)

On completion of M. Tech (Automotive Engineering), graduates will

be able to

PSO_01: Compute, Design, Simulate & analyse various Automotive

engineering systems taken into account the social, economic and
environmental implications for the current and future mobility.

PSO_02: Practice a multidisciplinary approach to solve real-world

automotive problems

PSO_03: Independently carry out research / investigation to solve

practical problems and write / present a substantial technical
report/document

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CREDIT STRUCTURE

Category-wise Credit distribution

Category Credits
University Core (UC) 27
Programme Core (PC) 19
Programme Elective (PE) 18
University Elective (UE) 6
Total 70

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DETAILED CURRICULUM

University Core

S. No. Code Course Title L T P J C

1. MAT 5005 Advanced Mathematical Methods 3 0 0 0 3

2. ENG5001 Fundamentals of Communication skills* 0 0 2 0 1

3. ENG5002 Professional and Communication Skills* 0 0 2 0 1

FRE 5001
4. (or) Foreign Language 2 0 0 0 2
GRE 5001
Essentials of Business Etiquette and
5. STS5001 3 0 0 0 1
problem solving
6. STS5002 Preparing for Industry 3 0 0 0 1

7. SET5001 SET Project - 1 - - - - 2

8. SET5002 SET Projects - 2 - - - - 2

9. MEE6099 Master's Thesis - - - - 16

Total Credits 27
*ENG 5001 and ENG5002 are not considered for credits

Programme Core

S. No. Code Course Title L T P J C

1. MEE5010 Automotive Body and Chassis Systems 3 0 0 0 3
2. MEE5011 Engine Combustion and Emission 3 0 2 0 4
3. MEE5012 Automotive Transmission System 3 2 0 0 4
4. EEE5025 Automotive Electrical and Electronics 3 0 2 0 4
5. MEE5026 Vehicle Dynamics 2 2 0 4 4

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Programme Elective

S. No. Code Course Title L T P J C

1. MEE6016 Alternate Fuels 2 0 0 4 3
2. MEE6017 Engine Design and Development 2 2 0 0 3
3. MEE6018 Powertrain Tribology 2 0 0 4 3
4. MEE6019 Automotive Emission Control 2 2 0 4 4
5. MEE6020 Battery and Fuel Cell 2 0 0 4 3
6. MEE6021 Vehicle and Engine Testing 2 0 0 4 3
7. MEE6022 Vehicle Safety and Lighting 3 0 2 0 4
8. MEE6023 Vehicle Maintenance and Diagnostics 2 0 0 4 3
9. MEE6024 Vehicle Aerodynamics 3 0 0 0 3
10. MEE6025 Vehicle Crashworthiness 2 0 0 4 3
11. MEE6026 Design of Vehicle Drivelines 2 0 0 4 3
12. MEE6027 Noise, Vibration and Harshness 2 2 2 0 4
13. Computational Fluid Flow and Heat
MEE6028 2 2 0 4 4
Transfer
14. MEE6029 Hybrid Electric Vehicles 2 0 0 4 3
15. MEE5015 Finite Element Methods 2 2 2 0 4

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MAT5005 Advanced Mathematical Methods L T P J C
3 0 0 0 3
Pre-requisite None Syllabus version
v.2.0
Course Objectives:
1. To provide the students with sufficient exposure to advanced mathematical
methods and tools that are relevant to engineering research.
2. Improving the computational skills of students by giving sufficient knowledge of
analytical and numerical techniques useful for solving problems arising in
Mechanical Engineering.
3. Imparting the knowledge of real time applications of Autonomous systems, Non-
linear systems of ordinary differential equations and partial differential equations.

Course Outcome:
1. Distinguish and analyse a variety of tools for solving linear systems and finding
eigenvalues of these systems.
2. Derive and use the numerical techniques needed for the solution of a given
engineering problems
3. Understand and correlate the analytical and numerical methods
4. Demonstrate their ability to write coherent mathematical proofs and scientific
arguments needed to communicate the results obtained from differential equation
models.
5. Demonstrate the understanding of how physical phenomena are modelled by partial
differential equations

Student Learning Outcomes (SLO): 7,9,18

7. Having computational thinking (Ability to translate vast data in to abstract concepts

and to understand database reasoning)
9. Having problem solving ability- to assess social issues (societal, health, safety, legal
and cultural) and engineering problems
18. Having critical thinking and innovative skills

Module:1 Eigenvalue Problems 5 hours

Standard Eigen value problems–Eigenvalues and Eigenvectors–Gerschgorin Circles
theorem–Rutishauser method, Power method, Inverse Power method.

Module:2 Iteration Methods 6 hours

Sturm sequence, Jacobi method, Given’s method, Householder method, Deflation,
Lanczo’s method.

Module:3 Calculus of Variations 9 hours

Euler-Lagrange’s equation –Isoperimetric problems, Rayleigh–Ritz method - Galerkin
method.

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Module:4 System of First Order Ordinary 6 hours
Differential Equations
Linear Systems - Homogeneous linear systems with constant coefficients - Autonomous
systems - Phase Plane Phenomena - Critical Points - Stability for linear systems.

Module:5 Nonlinear systems 6 hours

Simple critical points of nonlinear systems-Stability by Liapunov’s method –
Non- Linear Mechanics: Conservative systems.

Module:6 Partial Differential Equations 5 hours

Classification of Second-Order Partial Differential Equations, Significance of
characteristic curves, Canonical Form, Sturm–Liouville problems and Eigen function
expansions.

Module:7 Wave equation 6 hours

Displacements in a long string – a long string under its weight – a bar with prescribed
force on one end – free vibrations of a string. Method of Separation of variables, Solution
by method of Laplace transforms

Module:8 Contemporary Issues 2 hours

Industry Expert Lecture

Total Lecture hours: 45 hours

Text Book(s)
1 Differential Equations: Theory, Technique and Practice, G.F. Simmons, S. G. Krantz,
Tata Mc GrawHill Publishing, 2007. (Topics from Chapters 10, 11)
2 Elements of Partial differential equations, Ian N. Sneddon, Dover Publications, New
York, 2006. (Topics from Chapters 3, 5)
3 Numerical Methods for Scientific and Engineering Computation, M. K. Jain, S. R. K.
Iyengar, R. K. Jain, New Age International publishers, 7th edition, New Delhi, 2019.
(Topics from Chapter 3, 7)
4 Introductory Methods of Numerical Analysis, S. S. Sastry, PHI Pvt. Ltd., 5th Edition,
New Delhi, 2015. (Topics from Chapter 11)
5 The Calculus of Variations, Bruce van Brunt, Springer, 2004. (Topics from Chapters
2, 4, 5)
Reference Books
1 Differential Equations and Dynamical Systems, Lawrence Perko, 3rd ed., Springer-
Verlag, 2001.
2 An introduction to Ordinary Differential Equations, James C. Robinson, Cambridge
University Press, New York, 2008 (4th print).
3 Elementary Applied Partial Differential Equations, Richard Haberman, Prentice Hall
International, 1998.
4 Numerical Analysis, R. L. Burden and J. D. Faires, 10th Edition, Cengage Learning,

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 India edition, 2015.
Mode of Evaluation: Continuous Assessment Tests, Final Assessment Test, Digital
Assignments, Quizzes.
Mode of evaluation:
Recommended by Board of Studies 03-06-2019
Approved by Academic Council No. 55 Date 13-06-2019

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Course code Fundamentals of Communication Skills L T P J C
ENG5001 0 0 2 0 1
Pre-requisite Not cleared EPT (English Proficiency Test) Syllabus version
v. 1.0
Course Objectives:
1. To enable learners learn basic communication skills - Listening, Speaking, Reading and Writing
2. To help learners apply effective communication in social and academic context
3. To make students comprehend complex English language through listening and reading

Expected Course Outcome:

1. Enhance the listening and comprehending skills of the learners
2.Acquire speaking skills to express their thoughts freely and fluently
3.Learn strategies for effective reading
4.Write grammatical correct sentences in general and academic writing
5. Develop technical writing skills like writing instructions, transcoding etc.,

Student Learning Outcomes (SLO): 16, 18

16. Having a good working knowledge of communicating in English
18. Having critical thinking and innovative skills
Module:1 Listening 8 hours
Understanding Conversation
Listening to Speeches
Listening for Specific Information
Module:2 Speaking 4 hours
Exchanging Information
Describing Activities, Events and Quantity
Module:3 Reading 6 hours
Identifying Information
Inferring Meaning
Interpreting text
Module:4 Writing: Sentence 8 hours
Basic Sentence Structure
Connectives
Transformation of Sentences
Synthesis of Sentences
Module:5 Writing: Discourse 4 hours
Instructions
Paragraph
Transcoding

Total Lecture hours: 30 hours

Text Book(s)
1. Redston, Chris, Theresa Clementson, and Gillie Cunningham. Face2face Upper
Intermediate Student's Book. 2013, Cambridge University Press.
Reference Books

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1 Chris Juzwiak .Stepping Stones: A guided approach to writing sentences and Paragraphs
(Second Edition), 2012, Library of Congress.
2. Clifford A Whitcomb & Leslie E Whitcomb, Effective Interpersonal and Team
Communication Skills for Engineers, 2013, John Wiley & Sons, Inc., Hoboken: New Jersey.
3. ArunPatil, Henk Eijkman &Ena Bhattacharya, New Media Communication Skills for
Engineers and IT Professionals,2012, IGI Global, Hershey PA.
4. Judi Brownell, Listening: Attitudes, Principles and Skills, 2016, 5th Edition, Routledge:USA
5. John Langan, Ten Steps to Improving College Reading Skills, 2014, 6th Edition, Townsend
Press:USA
6. Redston, Chris, Theresa Clementson, and Gillie Cunningham. Face2face Upper Intermediate
Teacher's Book. 2013, Cambridge University Press.

Authors, book title, year of publication, edition number, press, place

Mode of Evaluation: CAT / Assignment / Quiz / FAT / Project / Seminar

List of Challenging Experiments (Indicative) CO : 1,2,3,4,5

1. Familiarizing students to adjectives through brainstorming adjectives with 2 hours
all letters of the English alphabet and asking them to add an adjective that
starts with the first letter of their name as a prefix.

2. Making students identify their peer who lack Pace, Clarity and Volume 4 hours
during presentation and respond using Symbols.

3. Using Picture as a tool to enhance learners speaking and writing skills 2 hours

4. Using Music and Songs as tools to enhance pronunciation in the target 2 hours
language / Activities through VIT Community Radio

5. Making students upload their Self- introduction videos in Vimeo.com 4 hours

6. Brainstorming idiomatic expressions and making them use those in to their 4 hours
writings and day to day conversation
7. Making students Narrate events by adding more descriptive adjectives and 4 hours
add flavor to their language / Activities through VIT Community Radio
8 Identifying the root cause of stage fear in learners and providing remedies 4 hours
to make their presentation better
9 Identifying common Spelling & Sentence errors in Letter Writing and other 2 hours
day to day conversations
10. Discussing FAQ’s in interviews with answers so that the learner gets a 2 hours
better insight in to interviews / Activities through VIT Community Radio

Total Practical Hours 30 hours

Mode of evaluation: Online Quizzes, Presentation, Role play, Group Discussions, Assignments,
Mini Project
Recommended by Board of Studies 22-07-2017
Approved by Academic Council No. 46 Date 24-8-2017

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Course code Professional and Communication Skills L T P J C
ENG5002 0 0 2 0 1
Pre-requisite ENG5001 Syllabus version
v. 1.1
Course Objectives:
1. To enable students to develop effective Language and Communication Skills
2. To enhance students’ Personal and Professional skills
3. To equip the students to create an active digital footprint

Expected Course Outcome:

1. Improve inter-personal communication skills
2. Develop problem solving and negotiation skills
3. Learn the styles and mechanics of writing research reports
4. Cultivate better public speaking and presentation skills
5. Apply the acquired skills and excel in a professional environment

Student Learning Outcomes (SLO): 16, 18

16. Good working knowledge of communicating in English.
18. Critical thinking and innovative skills.
Module:1 Personal Interaction 2hours
Introducing Oneself- one’s career goals
Activity: SWOT Analysis

Module:2 Interpersonal Interaction 2 hours

Interpersonal Communication with the team leader and colleagues at the workplace
Activity: Role Plays/Mime/Skit

Module:3 Social Interaction 2 hours

Use of Social Media, Social Networking, gender challenges
Activity: Creating LinkedIn profile, blogs

Module:4 Résumé Writing 4 hours

Identifying job requirement and key skills
Activity: Prepare an Electronic Résumé

Module:5 Interview Skills 4 hours

Placement/Job Interview, Group Discussions
Activity: Mock Interview and mock group discussion

Module:6 Report Writing 4 hours

Language and Mechanics of Writing
Activity: Writing a Report

Module:7 Study Skills: Note making 2hours

Summarizing the report
Activity: Abstract, Executive Summary, Synopsis

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Module:8 Interpreting skills 2 hours
Interpret data in tables and graphs
Activity: Transcoding

Module:9 Presentation Skills 4 hours

Oral Presentation using Digital Tools
Activity: Oral presentation on the given topic using appropriate non-verbal cues

Module:10 Problem Solving Skills 4 hours

Problem Solving & Conflict Resolution
Activity: Case Analysis of a Challenging Scenario
Total Lecture hours: 30 hours
Text Book(s)
Bhatnagar Nitin and Mamta Bhatnagar, Communicative English For Engineers And
Professionals, 2010, Dorling Kindersley (India) Pvt. Ltd.
Reference Books
Jon Kirkman and Christopher Turk, Effective Writing: Improving Scientific, Technical and
Business Communication, 2015, Routledge
Diana Bairaktarova and Michele Eodice, Creative Ways of Knowing in Engineering, 2017,
Springer International Publishing
Clifford A Whitcomb & Leslie E Whitcomb, Effective Interpersonal and Team Communication
Skills for Engineers, 2013, John Wiley & Sons, Inc., Hoboken: New Jersey.
ArunPatil, Henk Eijkman &Ena Bhattacharya, New Media Communication Skills for Engineers
and IT Professionals,2012, IGI Global, Hershey PA.
Mode of Evaluation: CAT / Assignment / Quiz / FAT / Project / Seminar
List of Challenging Experiments (Indicative) CO: 1,2,3,4,5
1. SWOT Analysis – Focus specially on describing two strengths and two 2 hours
weaknesses
2. Role Plays/Mime/Skit -- Workplace Situations 4 hours
3. Use of Social Media – Create a LinkedIn Profile and also write a page or 2 hours
two on areas of interest
4. Prepare an Electronic Résumé and upload the same in vimeo 2 hours
5. Group discussion on latest topics 4 hours
6 Report Writing – Real-time reports 2 hours
7 Writing an Abstract, Executive Summary on short scientific or research 4 hours
articles
8 Transcoding – Interpret the given graph, chart or diagram 2 hours
9 Oral presentation on the given topic using appropriate non-verbal cues 4 hours
10 Problem Solving -- Case Analysis of a Challenging Scenario 4 hours
Total Laboratory Hours 30 hours
Mode of evaluation: : Online Quizzes, Presentation, Role play, Group Discussions, Assignments,
Mini Project
Recommended by Board of Studies 22-07-2017
Approved by Academic Council No. 47 Date 05-10-2017

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Course code Deutsch für Anfänger L T P J C
GER5001 2 0 0 0 2
Pre-requisite NIL Syllabus version
v.1.0
Course Objectives:
The course gives students the necessary background to:
1. enable students to read and communicate in German in their day to day life
2. become industry-ready
3. make them understand the usage of grammar in the German Language.

Expected Course Outcome:

1. To create the basics of German language in their day to day life.
2. To understand the conjugation of different forms of regular/irregular verbs.
3. To understand the rule to identify the gender of the Nouns and apply articles appropriately.
4. To apply the German language skill in writing corresponding letters, E-Mails etc.
5. To create the talent of translating passages from English-German and vice versa and To frame
simple dialogues based on given situations.

Student Learning Outcomes (SLO): 2,11

2. Having a clear understanding of the subject related concepts and contemporary issues
11. Having an interest in lifelong learning
Module:1 3 hours
Einleitung, Begrüssungsformen, Landeskunde, Alphabet, Personalpronomen, Verb Konjugation,
Zahlen (1-100), W-fragen, Aussagesätze, Nomen – Singular und Plural
Lernziel:
Elementares Verständnis von Deutsch, Genus- Artikelwörter

Module:2 3 hours
Konjugation der Verben (regelmässig /unregelmässig) die Monate, die Wochentage, Hobbys,
Berufe, Jahreszeiten, Artikel, Zahlen (Hundert bis eine Million), Ja-/Nein- Frage, Imperativ mit
Sie
Lernziel :
Sätze schreiben, über Hobbys erzählen, über Berufe sprechen usw.

Module:3 4 hours
Possessivpronomen, Negation, Kasus- AkkusatitvundDativ (bestimmter, unbestimmterArtikel),
trennnbare verben, Modalverben, Adjektive, Uhrzeit, Präpositionen, Mahlzeiten, Lebensmittel,
Getränke
Lernziel :
Sätze mit Modalverben, Verwendung von Artikel, über Länder und Sprachen sprechen, über eine Wohnung
beschreiben.

Module:4 6 hours

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Übersetzungen : (Deutsch – Englisch / Englisch – Deutsch)
Lernziel :
Grammatik – Wortschatz - Übung

Module:5 5 hours
Leseverständnis,Mindmap machen,Korrespondenz- Briefe, Postkarten, E-Mail
Lernziel :
Wortschatzbildung und aktiver Sprach gebrauch

Module:6 . 3 hours
Aufsätze :
Meine Universität, Das Essen, mein Freund oder meine Freundin, meine Familie, ein Fest in
Deutschland usw

Module:7 4 hours
Dialoge:
a) Gespräche mit Familienmitgliedern, Am Bahnhof,
b) Gespräche beim Einkaufen ; in einem Supermarkt ; in einer Buchhandlung ;
c) in einem Hotel - an der Rezeption ;ein Termin beim Arzt.
Treffen im Cafe

Module:8 2 hours
Guest Lectures/Native Speakers / Feinheiten der deutschen Sprache, Basisinformation über die
deutschsprachigen Länder
Total Lecture hours: 30 hours
Text Book(s)
1. Studio d A1 Deutsch als Fremdsprache, Hermann Funk, Christina Kuhn, Silke Demme :
2012
Reference Books
1 Netzwerk Deutsch als Fremdsprache A1, Stefanie Dengler, Paul Rusch, Helen Schmtiz, Tanja
Sieber, 2013
2 Lagune ,Hartmut Aufderstrasse, Jutta Müller, Thomas Storz, 2012.
3 Deutsche SprachlehrefürAUsländer, Heinz Griesbach, Dora Schulz, 2011
4 ThemenAktuell 1, HartmurtAufderstrasse, Heiko Bock, MechthildGerdes, Jutta Müller und
Helmut Müller, 2010
www.goethe.de
wirtschaftsdeutsch.de
hueber.de
klett-sprachen.de
www.deutschtraning.org
Mode of Evaluation: CAT / Assignment / Quiz / FAT
Recommended by Board of Studies 10.06.2016
Approved by Academic Council 41 Date 17.06.2016

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Course code FRANCAIS FONCTIONNEL L T P J C
FRE5001 2 0 0 0 2
Pre-requisite NIL Syllabus version
v.1
Course Objectives:
The course gives students the necessary background to:
1. demonstrate competence in reading, writing, and speaking basic French, including knowledge
of vocabulary (related to profession, emotions, food, workplace, sports/hobbies, classroom and
family).
2. achieve proficiency in French culture oriented view point.

Expected Course Outcome:

1. To remember the daily life communicative situations via personal pronouns, emphatic
pronouns, salutations, negations, interrogations etc.
2. To create communicative skill effectively in French language via regular / irregular verbs.
3. To demonstrate comprehension of the spoken / written language in translating simple
sentences.
4. To understand and demonstrate the comprehension of some particular new range of unseen
written materials.
5. To demonstrate a clear understanding of the French culture through the language studied.

Student Learning Outcomes (SLO): 2,11

2. Having a clear understanding of the subject related concepts and of contemporary issues11 -
11. Having interest in lifelong learning
Module:1 Saluer, Se présenter, Etablir des contacts 9 hours
Les Salutations, Les nombres (1-100), Les jours de la semaine, Les mois de l’année, Les Pronoms
Sujets, Les Pronoms Toniques, La conjugaison des verbes réguliers, La conjugaison des verbes
irréguliers- avoir / être / aller / venir / faire etc.

Module:2 Présenter quelqu’un, Chercher un(e) 9 hours

correspondant(e), Demander des nouvelles
d’une personne.

La conjugaison des verbes Pronominaux, La Négation,

L’interrogation avec ‘Est-ce que ou sans Est-ce que’.

Module:3 Situer un objet ou un lieu, Poser des questions 9 hours

L’article (défini/ indéfini), Les prépositions (à/en/au/aux/sur/dans/avec etc.), L’article contracté,
Les heures en français, La Nationalité du Pays, L’adjectif (La Couleur, l’adjectif possessif,
l’adjectif démonstratif/ l’adjectif interrogatif (quel/quelles/quelle/quelles), L’accord des adjectifs
avec le nom, L’interrogation avec Comment/ Combien / Où etc.,

Module:4 Faire des achats, Comprendre un texte court, 8 hours

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 Demander et indiquer le chemin.
La traduction simple :(français-anglais / anglais –français)

Module:5 Trouver les questions, Répondre aux 7 hours

questions générales en français.
L’article Partitif, Mettez les phrases aux pluriels, Faites une phrase avec les mots donnés,
Exprimez les phrases données au Masculin ou Féminin, Associez les phrases.

Module:6 Comment ecrire un passage 9 hours

Décrivez :
La Famille /La Maison, /L’université /Les Loisirs/ La Vie quotidienne etc.

Module:7 Comment ecrire un dialogue 7 hours

Dialogue:
d) Réserver un billet de train
e) Entre deux amis qui se rencontrent au café
f) Parmi les membres de la famille
g) Entre le client et le médecin

Module:8 Invited Talk: Native speakers 2 hours

Total Lecture hours: 30 hours

Text Book(s)
1. Echo-1, Méthode de français, J. Girardet, J. Pécheur, Publisher CLE International, Paris 2010.
2 Echo-1, Cahier d’exercices, J. Girardet, J. Pécheur, Publisher CLE International, Paris 2010.
Reference Books
1. CONNEXIONS 1, Méthode de français, Régine Mérieux, Yves Loiseau,Les Éditions Didier,
2004.
2 CONNEXIONS 1, Le cahier d’exercices, Régine Mérieux, Yves Loiseau, Les Éditions
Didier, 2004.
3 ALTER EGO 1, Méthode de français, Annie Berthet, Catherine Hugo, Véronique M.
Kizirian, Béatrix Sampsonis, Monique Waendendries , Hachette livre 2006.
Mode of Evaluation: CAT / Assignment / Quiz / FAT
Recommended by Board of Studies 10.06.2016
Approved by Academic Council 41 Date 17.06.2016

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Course code Essentials of Business Etiquette and problem solving L T P J C
STS5001 3 0 0 0 1
Pre-requisite Nil Syllabus version
1.0
Course Objectives:
1. To develop the students’ logical thinking skills
2. To learn the strategies of solving quantitative ability problems
3. To enrich the verbal ability of the students
4. To enhance critical thinking and innovative skills

Expected Course Outcome:

The students will be able to
1. Be proficient in solving quantitative aptitude and verbal ability questions of various
examinations effortlessly
2. To communicate the message to the target audience clearly
3. Enabling students to use relevant aptitude and appropriate language to express themselves

Student Learning Outcomes (SLO): 7, 9, 12

7. Having computational thinking (Ability to translate vast data in to abstract concepts and to
understand database reasoning)
9. Having problem solving ability- solving social issues and engineering problems
12. Having adaptive thinking and adaptability
Module:1 Business Etiquette: Social and Cultural 9 hours
Etiquette and Writing Company Blogs and
Internal Communications and Planning and
Writing press release and meeting notes
Value, Manners, Customs, Language, Tradition, Building a blog, Developing brand message,
FAQs', Assessing Competition, Open and objective Communication, Two way dialogue,
Understanding the audience, Identifying, Gathering Information, Analysis, Determining, selecting
plan, Progress check, Types of planning, Write a short, catchy headline, Get to the Point –
summarize your subject in the first paragraph., Body – Make it relevant to your audience,

Module:2 Study skills – Time management skills 3 hours

Prioritization, Procrastination, Scheduling, Multitasking, Monitoring, working under pressure and

adhering to deadlines

Module:3 Presentation skills – Preparing presentation 7 hours

and Organizing materials and Maintaining
and preparing visual aids and Dealing with
questions
10 Tips to prepare PowerPoint presentation, Outlining the content, Passing the Elevator Test, Blue
sky thinking, Introduction , body and conclusion, Use of Font, Use of Color, Strategic presentation,

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Importance and types of visual aids, Animation to captivate your audience, Design of posters,
Setting out the ground rules, Dealing with interruptions, Staying in control of the questions,
Handling difficult questions

Module:4 Quantitative Ability -L1 – Number properties 11 hours

and Averages and Progressions and
Percentages and Ratios
Number of factors, Factorials, Remainder Theorem, Unit digit position, Tens digit position,
Averages, Weighted Average, Arithmetic Progression, Geometric Progression, Harmonic
Progression, Increase & Decrease or successive increase, Types of ratios and proportions

Module:5 Reasoning Ability-L1 – Analytical Reasoning 8 hours

Data Arrangement (Linear and circular & Cross Variable Relationship), Blood Relations,
Ordering/ranking/grouping, Puzzle test, Selection Decision table

Module:6 Verbal Ability-L1 – Vocabulary Building 7 hours

Synonyms & Antonyms, One-word substitutes, Word Pairs, Spellings, Idioms, Sentence
completion, Analogies

Total Lecture hours: 45 hours

Reference Books
1. Kerry Patterson, Joseph Grenny, Ron McMillan, Al Switzler (2001) Crucial Conversations:
Tools for Talking When Stakes are High. Bangalore. McGraw‐Hill Contemporary
2. Dale Carnegie, (1936) How to Win Friends and Influence People. New York. Gallery
Books
3. Scott Peck. M (1978) Road Less Travelled. New York City. M. Scott Peck.
4. FACE (2016) Aptipedia Aptitude Encyclopedia. Delhi. Wiley publications
5. ETHNUS (2013) Aptimithra. Bangalore. McGraw-Hill Education Pvt. Ltd.
Websites:
1. www.chalkstreet.com
2. www.skillsyouneed.com
3. www.mindtools.com
4. www.thebalance.com
5. www.eguru.ooo
Mode of Evaluation: FAT, Assignments, Projects, Case studies, Role plays,
3 Assessments with Term End FAT (Computer Based Test)

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Approved by Academic Council 45 Date 15.06.2017

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 Course code Preparing for Industry L T P J C
STS5002 3 0 0 0 1
Pre-requisite None Syllabus version
1
Course Objectives:
1. To challenge students to explore their problem-solving skills
2. To develop essential skills to tackle advance quantitative and verbal ability questions
3. To have working knowledge of communicating in English
Expected Course Outcome:
1. Simplify, evaluate, analyze and use functions and expressions to simulate real situations to
be industry ready.
2. Interact confidently and use decision making models effectively
3. Be proficient in solving quantitative aptitude and verbal ability questions of various
examinations effortlessly

Student Learning Outcomes (SLO): 9, 10

9. Having problem solving ability- solving social issues and engineering problems
10. Having a clear understanding of professional and ethical responsibility
Module:1 Interview skills – Types of interview and 3 hours
Techniques to face remote interviews and Mock
Interview
Structured and unstructured interview orientation, Closed questions and hypothetical questions,
Interviewers' perspective, Questions to ask/not ask during an interview, Video interview¸
Recorded feedback, Phone interview preparation, Tips to customize preparation for personal
interview, Practice rounds

Module:2 Resume skills – Resume Template and Use of 2 hours

power verbs and Types of resume and
Customizing resume
Structure of a standard resume, Content, color, font, Introduction to Power verbs and Write up,
Quiz on types of resume, Frequent mistakes in customizing resume, Layout - Understanding
different company's requirement, Digitizing career portfolio

Module:3 Emotional Intelligence - L1 – Transactional 12 hours

Analysis and Brain storming and Psychometric
Analysis and Rebus Puzzles/Problem Solving
Introduction, Contracting, ego states, Life positions, Individual Brainstorming, Group
Brainstorming, Stepladder Technique, Brain writing, Crawford's Slip writing approach, Reverse
brainstorming, Star bursting, Charlette procedure, Round robin brainstorming, Skill Test,
Personality Test, More than one answer, Unique ways

Module:4 Quantitative Ability-L3 – Permutation- 14 hours

Combinations and Probability and Geometry and
mensuration and Trigonometry and Logarithms
and Functions and Quadratic Equations and Set

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 Theory
Counting, Grouping, Linear Arrangement, Circular Arrangements, Conditional Probability,
Independent and Dependent Events, Properties of Polygon, 2D & 3D Figures, Area & Volumes,
Heights and distances, Simple trigonometric functions, Introduction to logarithms, Basic rules of
logarithms, Introduction to functions, Basic rules of functions, Understanding Quadratic Equations,
Rules & probabilities of Quadratic Equations, Basic concepts of Venn Diagram

Module:5 Reasoning ability-L3 – Logical reasoning and 7 hours

Data Analysis and Interpretation

Syllogisms, Binary logic, Sequential output tracing, Crypto arithmetic, Data Sufficiency, Data
interpretation-Advanced, Interpretation tables, pie charts & bar chats

Module:6 Verbal Ability-L3 – Comprehension and Logic 7 hours

Reading comprehension, Para Jumbles, Critical Reasoning (a) Premise and Conclusion, (b)
Assumption & Inference, (c) Strengthening & Weakening an Argument

Total Lecture hours: 45 hours

References  Michael Farra and JIST Editors(2011) Quick Resume & Cover Letter
Book: Write and Use an Effective Resume in Just One Day. Saint Paul,
Minnesota. Jist Works
 Daniel Flage Ph.D(2003) The Art of Questioning: An Introduction to
Critical Thinking. London. Pearson
 FACE(2016) Aptipedia Aptitude Encyclopedia.Delhi. Wiley publications
Mode of Evaluation: FAT, Assignments, Projects, Case studies, Role plays,
3 Assessments with Term End FAT (Computer Based Test)

Recommended by Board of Studies 09/06/2017

Approved by Academic Council 45 Date 15-06-2017

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 Course code SET – I L T P J C
SET 5001 - - - - 2
Pre-requisite Syllabus Version
Anti-requisite 1.10
Course Objectives:
The Objectives of the course are:
1. SET project may be of theoretical analysis, modeling & simulation, experimentation & analysis,
prototype design, fabrication of new equipment, correlation and analysis of data, software
development, etc. or a combination of these.
2. The SET project is intended to give each student the fundamental research concept. The projects
will explore innovations in technology, systems and business strategy.
3. It improves the research culture and gives confidence for the student to practice and write
individual research article in the form of national and international conferences and journal
papers.
4. A consciousness of the ethical aspects of research and development work needed for societal
improvement
5. SET project is carried along with other academic courses in the institute as a part of academic
curriculum

Expected Course Outcome:

On completion of this course student should be able to:
1. Carried out inside the university, in any research area corresponding to their curriculum
2. Publications in the peer reviewed journals / International Conferences will be an added
advantage.
3. It motivates and encourage research culture in the young minds of graduate engineers
4. Students are made aware of plagiarism checking and they are advised not to exceed more than
12% as per the academic regulations.
SLO : 14, 18 & 20
14. Having an ability to design and conduct experiments, as well as to analyze and interpret data
18. Having critical thinking and innovative skills
20. Having a good digital footprint
Student Assessment : Mid reviews & SET International Conference Presentation (Oral or Poster)
Recommended by Board of Studies 17-08-2017
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 Course code SET – II L T P J C
SET 5002 - - - - 2
Pre-requisite SET I Syllabus version
Anti-requisite 1.10
Course Objectives:
The Objectives of the course are:
1. SET project may be of theoretical analysis, modeling & simulation, experimentation &
analysis, prototype design, fabrication of new equipment, correlation and analysis of data,
software development, etc. or a combination of these.
2. The SET project is intended to give each student the fundamental research concept. The
projects will explore innovations in technology, systems and business strategy.
3. It improves the research culture and gives confidence for the student to practice and write
individual research article in the form of national and international conferences and journal
papers.
4. A consciousness of the ethical aspects of research and development work needed for societal
improvement
5. SET project is carried along with other academic courses in the institute as a part of academic
curriculum

Expected Course Outcome:

On completion of this course student should be able to:

1. Carried out inside the university, in any research area corresponding to their curriculum
2. Publications in the peer reviewed journals / International Conferences will be an added
advantage.
3. It motivates and encourage research culture in the young minds of graduate engineers
4. Students are made aware of plagiarism checking and they are advised not to exceed more than
12% as per the academic regulations.
SLO : 14, 18 & 20
14. Having an ability to design and conduct experiments, as well as to analyze and interpret data
18. Having critical thinking and innovative skills
20. Having a good digital footprint
Student Assessment : Mid reviews & SET International Conference Presentation (Oral or Poster)
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Course code Master’s Thesis L T P J C

MEE6099 0 0 0 0 16
Pre-requisite As per the academic regulations Syllabus version
1.0
Course Objectives:
To provide sufficient hands-on learning experience related to the design, development and
analysis of suitable product / process so as to enhance the technical skill sets in the chosen
field and also to give research orientation.

Expected Course Outcome:

At the end of the course the student will be able to
1. Formulate specific problem statements for ill-defined real life problems with reasonable
assumptions and constraints.
2. Perform literature search and / or patent search in the area of interest.
3. Conduct experiments / Design and Analysis / solution iterations and document the results.
4. Perform error analysis / benchmarking / costing
5. Synthesise the results and arrive at scientific conclusions / products / solution
6. Document the results in the form of technical report / presentation
Student Learning Outcomes (SLO): 5, 6, 20
5. Having design thinking capability
6. Having an ability to design a component or a product applying all the relevant standards
and with realistic constraints, including public health, safety, culture, society and
environment
20. Having a good digital footprint
Contents
1. Capstone Project may be a theoretical analysis, modeling & simulation, experimentation &
analysis, prototype design, fabrication of new equipment, correlation and analysis of data,
software development, applied research and any other related activities.
2. Project can be for two semesters based on the completion of required number of credits as
per the academic regulations.
3. Should be individual work.
4. Carried out inside or outside the university, in any relevant industry or research institution.
5. Publications in the peer reviewed journals / International Conferences will be an added
advantage

Mode of Evaluation: Periodic reviews, Presentation, Final oral viva, Poster submission

Recommended by Board of Studies 10.06.2016

Approved by Academic Council 41st AC Date 17.06.2016

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Course code Automotive Body and Chassis Systems L T P J C
MEE5010 3 0 0 0 3
Pre-requisite Nil Syllabus version
2.1
Course Objectives:
1. To introduce vehicle chassis structure
2. To introduce automotive suspension systems
3. To broaden the importance of conventional and advanced braking systems
4. To introduce steering systems

Expected Course Outcome:

The student shall be able to:
1. Choose and suggest a suitable chassis layout, frame and body construction type for different
cars & bus
2. Designing suitable chassis layout for commercial vehicles.
3. Determine and analyse various types of steering systems
4. Select and analyse a suitable suspension system for different types of vehicles
5. Suggest, Identify and Design suitable type of braking system for different types of vehicles

Student Learning Outcomes (SLO): SLO1,2,4,5,11

1. Having an ability to apply mathematics and science in engineering applications
2. Having a clear understanding of the subject related concepts and of contemporary issues and
apply them to identify, formulate and analyse complex engineering problems
4. Having Sense-Making Skills of creating unique insights in what is being seen or observed
(Higher level thinking skills which cannot be codified)
5. Having design thinking capability
11. Having interest and recognise the need for independent and lifelong learning
Module:1 Car body 7 hours
Types: saloon, convertibles, limousine, estate car, racing and sports car. Visibility: regulations,
driver’s visibility, tests for visibility, methods of improving visibility and space in cars.
Safety: safety design, safety equipments for cars. Car body construction; design criteria,
prototype making, initial tests, crash tests on full scale model, Dummies and Instrumentation.

Module:2 Bus body 6 hours

Types: mini bus, single decker, double-decker, two level and articulated bus. Bus body layout; floor
height, engine location, entrance and exit location, seating dimensions. Constructional details:
frame construction, double skin construction, types of metal sections used,
Regulations, Conventional and integral type construction..

Module:3 Commercial vehicle 6 hours

Types of body; flat platform, drop side, fixed side, tipper body, tanker body, Light commercial
vehicle body types. Dimensions of driver’s seat relation to controls. Drivers cab design.

Module:4 Chassis 6 hours

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Types of Chassis layout, with reference to Power Plant location and drive, various types of
frames, Loads acting on vehicle frame, Constructional details and materials for frames, Testing of
frames. Integral construction, Monocoque, Back bone.

Module:5 Steering system 6 hours

Front wheel geometry: castor, camber, king pin inclination, toe-in. conditions for true rolling motion
of wheels during steering, steering geometry, Ackermann and Davis steering system, constructional
details of steering linkages, different types of steering gear boxes, steering linkages and layouts,
turning radius, wheel wobble, power assisted steering. Steer by wire

Module:6 Suspension system 6 hours

Need of suspension system, types of suspension, suspension springs, constructional details
and characteristics of leaf, coil and torsion bar springs, independent suspension, rubber
suspension, pneumatic suspension, shock absorbers. MR dampers ,Bose suspension

Module:7 Braking system 6 hours

Classification of brakes, drum brakes and disc brakes, constructional details, theory of braking,
concept of dual brake system, Anti lock braking system , Electronic brake force distribution, parking
brake, vacuum assisted system, air brake system, retarded engine brakes, eddy
retarders, Electronic stability control

Module:8 Contemporary issues: 2 hours

Total Lecture hours: 45 hours

Text Book(s)
1. Newton Steeds and Garrot, “Motor Vehicles” (2008), Butterworths, London.
Reference Books
1 John Fenton, “Vehicle Body layout and analysis” (1982), Mechanical Engg. Publication
Ltd., London.
2
Crouse W.H, “Automotive chassis and body” (1971), McGraw-Hill, New York.
3
Gento., Giancarlo., Morello., “The Automotive chassis”, (2009), Springer.
4
J.Powloski, “Vehicle Body Engineering” (1989), Business Books Ltd, London.
5
R.K.Rajput, “A Text–Book of Automobile Engineering”,(2010),Laxmi Publications
Private Limited.
6
Heinz Heisler, “Advanced Vehicle Technology”, (2011), Butterworth-Heinemann. ISBN – 0
7506 51318,
Mode of Evaluation: CAT / Assignment / Quiz / FAT / Project / Seminar

Mode of assessment:
Recommended by Board of Studies 17-08-2017
Approved by Academic Council No. 47 Date 05-10-2017

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Course code Engine Combustion and Emission L T P J C
MEE5011 3 0 2 0 4
Pre-requisite Nil Syllabus version
2.1
Course Objectives:
1. To broaden the understanding of engine and its working
2. To underline the importance of engine components
3. To introduce fuel supply, cooling and lubrication systems
4. To broaden the importance of air motion and combustion chamber design
5. To introduce new engine technology

Expected Course Outcome:

The student shall be able to:
1. Understand the combustion phenomena of premixed and diffusion combustion
systems
2. Determine fuel rating and ignition systems
3. Design suitable combustion chamber with enhanced air motion and better mixing
4. Adopt new emission control technologies
5. Validate the engine emission characteristics with BS norms
6. Calibration and measurement of emission analysers
7. Analysing the cylinder pressure data to determine various combustion parameters

Student Learning Outcomes (SLO): SLO 1,2,5,6

1. Having an ability to apply mathematics and science in engineering applications
2. Having a clear understanding of the subject related concepts and of contemporary issues and
apply them to identify, formulate andanalyse complex engineering problems
5. Having design thinking capability
6. Having an ability to design a component or a product applying all the relevant standards and
with realistic constraints, including public health, safety, culture, society and environment

Module:1 Introduction to Engines 3 hours

Construction and working, Engine operating Cycles – Ideal and Fuel Air Cycles,Engine
Classifications

Module:2 SI Engine Combustion 8 hours

Stages of Combustion, Phases of Ignition, Flame Propagation – Factors, Flame Structure,
Burning Velocity, Cycle to Cycle Variations.

Module:3 CI Engine Combustion 8 hours

Stages of Combustion, Heat Release Rate analysis, Ignition Delay – Factors, Fuel spray
structure, Spray Penetration, Spray angle, Droplet distribution and Evaporation.

Module:4 Abnormal Combustion 4 hours

Knocking and Detonation Concepts, Knock types, Surface Ignition, Fuel Ratings

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 Module:5 Oxides of Nitrogen Emission 6 hours
Kinetics of NO formation, NO formation in SI Engines, NOx formation in CI Engines –
Controlling Techniques – SCR

Module:6 Unburned Hydrocarbon and CO Emission 6 hours

Carbon Monoxide Formation, Flame Quenching and Oxidation, HC emissions in SI Engine,
HC emissions Mechanism in Diesel Engines – Controlling Techniques – Catalytic
Converters

Module:7 Particulate Emissions and Exhaust gas Treatment 8 hours

SI Engine Particulates, Diesel Engine Particulates, Particulate Distribution, Soot Formation,
Soot Formation, Adsorption and Condensation Emission Testing Methods, Thermal reactors,
Particulate Traps – DPF, DOF

Module:8 Contemporary issues: 2 hours

Total Lecture hours: 45 hours

Text Book(s)
1. John B Heywood, “Internal Combustion Engine Fundamentals”, (2011), McGraw Hill
Education.
Reference Books
1 V. Ganesan, “Internal Combustion Engine”, (2012), 4th Edition, McGraw Hill Education.
2 Stephen R Turns, “An Introduction to Combustion”, (2011), McGraw Hill Education, 3rd
Edition.
3 James D Halderman, “Automotive Fuel and Emissions Control Systems”, (2015),
Prentice Hall, 4th Edition
4 Klingenberg H, “Automobile Exhaust Emission Testing”, (2012), Springer.
List of Challenging Experiments (Indicative)
1. Performance, heat balance and emission analysis of S.I Engine 3 hours
2. Performance, heat balance and emission analysis of C.I Engine 3 hours
3. Dismantling and assembling an automotive diesel engine 3 hours
4. Fuel property testing (Calorific value, Density and Viscosity) 3 hours
5. Fuel property testing (Flash, Fire point, Pour point, Cloud point) 3 hours
6. Cylinder pressure measurement and Combustion analysis 3 hours
7. NOx emission control through EGR and Injection retardation 3 hours
8. NOx emission control through Injection retardation 3 hours
9. Smoke emission control through biodiesel blended diesel 3 hours
10. NOx and HC emission control through ethanol blended gasoline 3 hours
Mode of evaluation: Digital Assignments / Seminars / Surprise Test / CATs / FAT
Total Laboratory Hours 30 hours
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Course code Automotive Transmission System L T P J C
MEE 5012 3 2 0 0 4
Pre-requisite Nil Syllabus version
v. xx.xx
Course Objectives:
1. To provide the students with sufficient background to understand the need for various
transmission components.
2. To enable the students to understand different types of clutches and gearboxes.
3. To help the students to design the gearbox for car and trucks. 2.

Expected Course Outcome:

Student will be able to
1. Identify and also select suitable clutch for a given vehicle.
2. Analysis and design the gearbox for any given vehicle.
3. Possess the knowledge of various transmission components
4. Explain the need and function of semi and fully automatic transmission system.
5. Comprehend and also develop new transmission systems.
6. Understand latest technology in transmission systems including hybrid vehicle.

Student Learning Outcomes (SLO): SLO1,2, 17

1. Having an ability to apply mathematics and science in engineering applications
2. Having a clear understanding of the subject related concepts and of contemporary issues and
apply them to identify, formulate and analyse complex engineering problems
17. Having an ability to use techniques, skills, resources and modern engineering and IT tools
necessary for engineering practice

Module:1 Introduction - Clutch 7 hours

Necessity of clutch in an automobile, different types of clutches, friction clutches namely Single
plate clutch, multi plate clutch, cone clutch, centrifugal clutch, hydraulic clutches, Vacuum
operated clutch. Clutch - adjustment, Clutch troubles and their causes, requirements of a clutch,
Clutch material, clutch lining.

Module:2 Fluid coupling 4 hours

Fluid coupling: advantages and limitations, construction details, torque capacity, slip in fluid
coupling, performance characteristics. Means used to reduce drag torque in fluid coupling.

Module:3 Introduction - Gearbox 7 hours

Various Resistances to Motion of the Automobile, Traction, tractive effort Performance curves,
acceleration grade ability, drawbar pull. The need for transmissions, Necessity of gear box,
Desirable ratios of 3speed & 4speed gear boxes. Constructional details of, Sliding-mesh gear box ,
Constant-mesh gear box, synchromesh gear box, transfer case, overdrive.

Module:4 Tutorial 6 hours

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Design of gear box – How to select 4 or 6 or 8 speed gear box for a vehicle. Selection of gear
ratio, Selection of number of teeth for a given gear ratio.

Module:5 Drive line 5 hours

Effects of driving thrust and torque reaction. Hotchkiss drive. Torque tube drive, radius rods.
Propeller shaft. Universal joints. Final drives – different types, double reaction final drive. Two
speed rear axle. Rear axle construction – full floating, three quarter floating and semi-floating
arrangements. Differential – conventional type, non-slip type. Differential locks.

Module:6 Automatic transmission 6 hours

Hydrodynamic drive - Torque Converter: Principal of torque conversion, single, multi stage and
polyphase torque converters, performance characteristics, constructional and operational details
of typical hydraulic transmission drives. Leyland, White Hydro torque drives.
Automatic transmission: Planetary gearboxes - Ford T-model, Cotal and Wilson Gear box:
Epicyclic transmission, hydromatic transmission, continuously variable transmission: Types –
Belt and Toroidal - Relative merits and demerits when compared to conventional transmission.

Module:7 Semi-automatic transmission 8 hours

Hydrostatic drives: advantages and disadvantages, principles of hydrostatic drive systems,
construction and working of typical hydrostatic drives, Janney Hydrostatic drive.

Electrical drives: advantages and limitations, principles of Ward Leonard system of control
Modern electric drive for buses and performance characteristics.

Semi automatic transmissions – Dual clutch transmission, Direct shift gearbox, Multimode manual
transmission, Tiptronic transmission, Paddle shift gearbox.

Module:8 Contemporary issues: 2 hours

Total Lecture hours: 45 hours

Text Book(s)
1. Robert fisher, Kücükay, F., Jürgens, G., Najork, R., Pollak, B, “The Automotive
Transmission book”, Springer- ISBN 978-3-319-05263-2 , 2015.
Reference Books
1. Heinz Heisler , “Advanced Vehicle Technology”, Butterworth-Heinemann- ISBN – 0 7506
51318, 2011.
2. Gisbert Lechner , Harald Naunheimer, “Automotive Transmissions – Fundamentals ,
selection , design and selection”, Springer-ISBN 3-540- 65903, 2010.
3. Naunheimer, H., Bertsche, B., Ryborz, J., Novak, W. “Automotive Transmissions-
Fundamentals, Selection, Design and Application”, Springer-ISBN 978-3-642-16214-5, 2011.
Mode of Evaluation: CAT / Assignment / Quiz / FAT / Project / Seminar

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Course code Vehicle Dynamics L T P J C
MEE5026 2 2 0 4 4
Pre-requisite MEE1002- Engineering Mechanics Syllabus version
v. xx.xx
Course Objectives:
1. To enable students to understand the role of tire mechanics for vehicle dynamics
2. To enable the students to understand longitudinal, lateral and vertical dynamics and the
issues involved in it such as braking, traction, vehicle control and stability
3. To prepare the students to understand significance of steering and suspension mechanisms
for vehicle dynamics.
4. To demonstrate how to apply fundamentals of vibrations and acoustics for vehicle NVH
perspective along with importance of modal analysis and transfer path analysis

Expected Course Outcome:

On completion of this course, the student will be able to
1. Predict the necessary forces and moments during tire/road interaction through various tire
models for vehicle dynamic simulations.
2. Compute maximum traction, optimum braking distribution and stability of the vehicle of
two and three axle vehicles
3. Demonstrate the application of fundamental governing equations for longitudinal, lateral
and vertical dynamics and able to use state space approach.
4. Compute steady state and transient response of vehicle during cornering.
5. Outline the role of suspension in roll over stability.
6. Evaluate the role of suspension for vibration isolation, rattle space and road holding using
appropriate mathematical models.
7. Identify the current literature and the necessity of modern tools for vehicle development

Student Learning Outcomes (SLO): SLO 4,6,13

4. Having Sense-Making Skills of creating unique insights in what is being seen or observed
(Higher level thinking skills which cannotbe codified)
6. Having an ability to design a component or a product applying all the relevant standards and
with realistic
13. Having cross cultural competency exhibited by working as a member or in teams

Module:1 Introduction to Tyre Mechanics 5 hours

Introduction to Vehicle Dynamics-Tyre types and construction-Tyre forces and moments-Tyre-
slip-grip and rolling resistance-Cornering properties of tyres- Tyre models-Tyre performance on
wet surfaces-Ride properties of tyres.

Module:2 Longitudinal Dynamics 4 hours

Performance characteristics-Maximum tractive effort-Power plant and Transmission
characteristics. Braking performance-Study of tractor-semitrailer-Anti lock brake system- Traction
control system

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Module:3 Lateral Dynamics 4 hours
Bicycle Model-Low speed turning-High speed cornering-State space approach-Steaty state
handling characteristics of two axle vehicle- neutral steer-understeer-oversteer.

Module:4 Vehicle stability 3 hours

Stability and steering conditions-Understeer gradient – Handling response of a vehicle- Lateral
transient response-Mimuro plot

Module:5 Steering and Suspension Mechanisms 4 hours

Steering geometry and mechanism, steering mechanism optimization- Four wheel steering- Solid
Axle suspension-Independent suspension-Roll center and Roll axis-Roll mement distribution-Car
tyre relative angles-Caster theory

Module:6 Vertical Dynamics 4 hours

Vehicle ride characteristics-Human response to vibration-Vehicle ride models-Quarter car
model- pitch and bounce model- Suspension performance for ride-vibration isolation,suspension
travel, Road holding. Active and Semi-active suspensions. Introduction to random vibration.

Module:7 Introduction to Noise, Vibration and 4 hours

Harshness
Fundamentals of Acoustics, Noise and Vibrations. Frequency response functions-Modal analysis-
Transfer path analysis- Single reference- Multi reference analysis.

Module:8 Contemporary issues: 2 hours

Case studies form Industry

Total Lecture hours: 30 hours

Text Book(s)
1. Reza N Jazar “Vehicle Dynamics: Theory and Application”, 3 rd Edition, Springer
International Publishing AG, Switzerland, 2017
Reference Books
1. J. Y. Wong (2008), “Theory of Ground Vehicles”, 4th Edition, John Wiley and Sons Inc.,
New York, 2008
2. Thomas D. Gillespie,(1992), “Fundamentals of Vehicle Dynamics (R114) Publisher: Society
of Automotive Engineers Inc.,1992
3. C. Sujatha, “Vibration and Acoustics: Measurements and Signal Analysis”, McGraw Hill
Education (India) Private limited, 2010.
Mode of Evaluation: CAT / Assignment / Quiz / FAT / Project / Seminar

Mode of assessment:
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Course code Automotive Electrical and Electronics L T P J C
EEE5025 3 0 2 0 4
Pre-requisite Syllabus version
v. xx.xx
Course Objectives:
To help students to gain essential and basic knowledge of automotive electrical and electronic
systems with the working principle and necessary design requirement as per the testing standards,
so as to equip them with knowledge required for the automotive electrical development.

Expected Course Outcome:

Students will be able to
1. Gain the knowledge of construction and working of batteries
2. Understand the working of charging and starting systems
3. Gain the knowledge and skills of the automotive wiring design and ignition system
4. Acquiring the sensing technique and working of automotive sensors
5. Understand the working of engine management system and other electronic control unit
in the vehicle
6. Gain the skills on the recent development in the area of automotive electronic and
electrical systems
7. Understand the real-time of working of the various sensors with its characteristics features

Student Learning Outcomes (SLO): SLO 1, 2, 15,17

1. Having an ability to apply mathematics and science in engineering applications
2. Having a clear understanding of the subject related concepts and of contemporary issues and
apply them to identify, formulate andanalyse complex engineering problems
15. Having an ability to use the social media effectively for productive use
17. Having an ability to use techniques, skills, resources and modern engineering and IT tools
necessary for engineering practice

Module:1 Battery 6 hours

Principle and construction of Lead Acid Battery, Choice of battery for automotive applications,
Characteristics of Battery, Battery Rating, Capacity and Efficiency.

Module:2 Starting and Charging System and Electric 6 hours

Drives
Requirements of Starter Motor, Starter Motor types, construction and characteristics, Starter drive
mechanisms, Starter Switches and Solenoids. - Charging system components, Generators and
Alternators, types, construction and Characteristics, Voltage and Current Regulation, Cut –out
relays and regulators.

Module:3 Wiring and Lighting System 6 hours

Automotive Wiring Harnesses, Insulated and Earth Return System, Positive and Negative Earth

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Systems, Connectors and its types, Head Lamp and Indicator Lamp construction and working
details, Focusing of head lamps, Anti–Dazzling and Dipper Details.

Module:4 Sensors and Actuators 6 hours

Engine sensors and actuator: Manifold Absolute Pressure sensor, knock sensor, Coolant and
Exhaust gas temperature, Exhaust Oxygen level sensor, Throttle position sensor, accelerator pedal
position sensor and crankshaft position sensor, Air mass flow sensor. Solenoids, stepper motors
and relays, piezo actuators. Chassis:- Steering wheel angle sensor, Vibration and acceleration
sensors, Pressure sensors, Speed and RPM sensors, torque sensors

Module:5 Electronic Engine Management system 6 hours

Microprocessor And Microcomputer controlled devices in automobiles, Architecture of an ECU,
Electronic engine control: Input, output devices, electronic fuel control system, engine control
operating modes, Electronic ignition systems, and Spark advance correction schemes.

Module:6 Electric Management System and Dash Board 6 hours

Instrumentation
Cruise control system, Antilock braking system, traction control system, electronic suspension
system, electronic steering control, transmission control, Airbags, collision avoiding system,
low tire pressure warning system. Warning system, driver information system, instrument
cluster ECU, types of indication in the cluster, Bus system, CAN and LIN communication,
Horns, wiper system and its types, keyless entry system.

Module:7 Ignition System 6 hours

Spark Plugs, Constructional details and Types, Battery Coil and Magneto–Ignition System Circuit
details and Components, Non–Contact–type Ignition Triggering devices, Capacitive Discharge
Ignition, Distributor–less Ignition System.

Module:8 Contemporary issues: 3 hours

Electromagnetic Compatibility and its suppression techniques, Hybrid Vehicles

Total Lecture hours: 45 hours

Text Book(s)
1. William B.Ribben, Understanding Automotive Electronics (2003), 6th ed., Elsevier
Science.
Reference Books
1. Tom Denton, Automobile Electrical and Electronic systems (2013), Fourth Ed., Rouletedge,
taylor & Francis Group
2. R.K.Jurgen, Automotive Electronics Handbook (1999), McGraw Hill, 2 edition, 1999
3. T.mellard, Automotive Electronics, Butterworth Heinmann Ltd, 1991
4 Ronald K.Jurgen, Electric and Hybrid-electric vehicles, SAE 2002

5 Kholi .P.L, “Automotive Electrical Equipment”, Tata McGraw-Hill co ltd, New Delhi,2004

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Mode of Evaluation: CAT / Assignment / Quiz / FAT / Project / Seminar

List of Challenging Experiments (Indicative)

1. Temperature Measurement – Thermocouple, Thermister, RTD, IR 3hrs

2. Pressure and Force Measurement 3hrs

3. Strain measurement 3hrs

4. Speed measurement 3hrs

5. Vibration measurement 3hrs

6. Humidity measurement 3hrs

7. Light intensity measurement 3hrs

8. Microcontroller based stepper and servo motor control 3hrs

9. Basic automotive electrical wiring 3hrs

10. Head lamp alignment and testing 3hrs

Total Laboratory Hours 30hours

Mode of assessment:
Recommended by Board of Studies 17-08-2017
Approved by Academic Council No. 47 Date 05-10-2017

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Course code Alternate Fuels L T P J C
MEE6016 2 0 0 4 3
Pre-requisite None Syllabus version
v. xx.xx
Course Objectives:
1. Familiarize with the various types and classification of alternate fuels
2. Evaluate and characterize the various properties of gaseous, liquid and solid fuels.
3. General knowledge on application of alternate fuels for automotive application.

Expected Course Outcome:

1. Possess the knowledge of various types of alternate fuels their application and limitation.
2. Identify and formulate the gaseous fuels like LPG, CNG and LNG in SI and CI engines and
analyze their performance characteristics.
3. Demonstrate the ability to use hydrogen and biogas as alternate fuels for IC engines and gain
the knowledge of their storage, handling and safety aspects.
4. Preparation of biodiesel through esterification and analyzing their performance and emission
characteristics.
5. Acquiring the knowledge of implementing alcohol, synthetic fuels and bio mass for
automotive applications and briefing their merits and limitations.

Student Learning Outcomes (SLO): SLO 11, 13, 18

11. Having interest and recognise the need for independent and lifelong learning
13. Having cross cultural competency exhibited by working as a member or in teams
18. Having critical thinking and innovative skills

Module:1 Introduction 2 hours

Need for alternate fuel, availability and properties of alternate fuels, classification of
alternative fuels, liquid fuels, gaseous fuels, synthetic fuels, merits and demerits of various
alternate fuels, introduction to alternate energy sources- Like EV, hybrid, fuel cell and solar
Vehicle.

Module:2 Gaseous fuels 4 hours

Natural Gas, LPG, biogas, producer gas, syngas etc.; Properties; Production and storage
methods – CNG and LNG, gasification, digesters; Use in SI and CI engines; Performance and
emission characteristics; Dual fuel and HCCI modes.

Module:3 Hydrogen 4 hours

Availability, properties, production methods, modifications required in engines, performance
and emission characteristics, storage, handling & dispensing, safety aspects. Effects of fuel on
engine life

Module:4 Bio Gas, Producer Gas 5 hours

Availability, properties, Production Methods, modifications required in Engines, performance

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 and emission characteristics, storage, handling & dispensing, safety aspects. Effects of fuel on
engine life.

Module:5 SVO and Biodiesel 5 hours

Various vegetable oils for engines, esterification, production, storage, bio diesel and its
characteristics, Properties as engine fuel, modifications required in CI Engines, performance and
emission characteristics in CI Engines, Biodiesel standards, current challenges, and safety
aspects. Fuel Additives.

Module:6 Alcohols and ethers 4 hours

Properties as engine fuel, production, storage, alcohols and gasoline blends, modifications
required in engines, performance in SI engine, methanol and gasoline blends. Methanol
reformer. - Combustion characteristics in CI engines, emission characteristics, Fuel Additives,
Performance analysis, performance in SI & CI Engines. Effects of fuel on engine life.

Module:7 Biomass and Synthetic Fuels 4 hours

Biomass - processing and usage, forms - municipal solid waste, wood - DME, GTL: Availability,
properties, Production Methods, modifications required in CI engines, performance and emission
characteristics, storage, handling and dispensing, safety aspects. Challenges.

Module:8 Contemporary issues: 2 hours

Course Mode: Video lectures and demonstrations, Flipped class room, Interactive sessions with
multimedia tools, Visit to industry

Total Lecture hours: 30 hours

Text Book(s)
1. Thipse S. S, (2010), Alternative Fuels: Concepts, Technologies and
Developments, Jaico Publishing House.
2. Richard L.Bechtold, (2014), Alternative Fuels Guidebook, Society of Automotive
Engineers (SAE).
Reference Books
1. Ganesan V., (2012), Internal Combustion Engines, McGraw-Hill Education India Pvt. Ltd.
2. Timothy T. Maxwell and Jesse C. Jones, (1994), Alternative Fuels: Emissions, Economics,
and Performance, Society of Automotive Engineers (SAE).

3. Michael F. Hordeski, (2013), Alternative Fuels: The Future of Hydrogen, The Fairmont Press,
Inc.

Mode of Evaluation: CAT / Assignment / Quiz / FAT / Project / Seminar

Mode of assessment:
Recommended by Board of Studies 17/08/2017
Approved by Academic Council No. 47 Date 05/10/2017

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Course code Engine Design and Development L T P J C
MEE6017 2 2 0 0 3
Pre-requisite NIL Syllabus version
1.1
Course Objectives:
1. To provide sufficient background of engine design and development.
2. To broaden the understanding constraints in the engine design.
3. To gain the basic knowledge of the concepts in engine design and development.
4. To broaden the understanding of Sizing and design of major components
5. To enable the students to apply the knowledge modern pollution systems
Expected Course Outcome:
Upon Successful Completion of this course ,Students will be able to
1. Possess the fundamental knowledge of engine design and development.
2. Apply the concepts considering material, loads on engine design and development.
3. Analyze the Lubrication and crankcase breathing system capacity
4. Develop the modern vehicle systems using CAD.
5. Impart the knowledge to develop the pollution control system.

Student Learning Outcomes (SLO): SLO 1, 2,17

1. Having an ability to apply mathematics and science in engineering applications
2. Having a clear understanding of the subject related concepts and of contemporary issues
and apply them to identify, formulate andanalyse complex engineering problems
17. Having an ability to use techniques, skills, resources and modern engineering and IT tools
necessary for engineering practice

Module:1 Requirements definition 4 hours

Key customer requirements to be captured and considered for engine design: Regulatory and
technological constraints as well as application needs: Packaging, weight, cost, performance,
reliability/durability, regulatory, production volume, life cycle, quality, operating environment -
Manufacturing requirements, Plant capability, Supplier capability, Service and after sales
considerations (service parts and tools) - Translating customer requirement to technical profile

Module:2 General Considerations In Engine Design 4 hours

Choice of material, stress and fatigue considerations, design for manufacture, Noise, Vibration and
Harshness.

Module:3 Engine Architecture Decisions 4 hours

Engine configuration decisions based on requirements: BMEP, Efficiency, Torque curve -
Aspiration, Fuel/combustion cycle and 2 stroke/4 stroke cycle - Displacement, Number of
cylinders - Bore to stroke ratio optimization (surface-to-volume ration, piston speed consideration)
- Configuration – In-line / Vee, Bore spacing, Vibration, engine configuration and balance -
Cooling Type (air, oil, coolant) - Air breathing requirements, valve arrangement and liner/cylinder
wall type - Cylinder lubrication and wear - Fuel system, Injectors and spark plugs, Combustion
chamber design - Gear train type, location.

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Module:4 Sizing and design of major components (5- 4 hours
C’s)-
Crankshaft sizing and proportions, balancing, Bearing loads and sizing, power take-off -
Connecting rod size and type - Cylinder block layout and design decisions – Crankcase type,
parent bore v/s liner, deck height, engine mounting - Cylinder head design – Valve sizing, Intake
port swirl and tumble, Intake port and manifold length, Exhaust port and exhaust manifold length,
Cylinder head cooling, Oil deck design - Camshaft and valve train - Type of valve train, Number
33 and location of camshafts, Cam drive type and configuration, Wear characterization and
design.

Module:5 Sizing and design of other key sub-systems 4 hours

Lubrication And Crankcase Breathing System Capacity - Pump type, sump size and location,
Lubrication circuit, Oil drain back and scavenging, Crankcase ventilation, windage, breathing -
COOLING SYSTEM - Pump drive and location, Cooling circuit, Pump capacity and temperature
control, Circuit design and analysis - Flywheel sizing - Accessory Systems - Alternator, starter
and compressor (air, HVAC) - Additional drives (power steering, hydraulic pump, air pumps)

Module:6 Design Of Pollution Control Equipment 4 hours

Introduction to design of catalytic converters, particulate traps and EGR systems

Module:7 Concepts Of Computer Aided Design 4 hours

Preparation of working drawings of designed components using CAD system

Module:8 Contemporary issues: 2hours

Total Lecture hours: 30 hours

Tutorials Tutorial class for Module 3 (8 hours) 30 hours

Tutorial class for Module 5 (8 hours)
Tutorial class for case studies (14 hours)
Text Book(s)
1. Hoag Kevin L., Vehicular Engine Design, Springer-Verlag, USA, 2006.
Reference Books
1. 1. Engineering Know-How in Engine Design (Part 1 to 24), SAE, USA.
2. SAE SP-1071, Applications and Developments in New Engine Design and Components,
SAE, USA

3. Goetze A. G., Piston Rings Manual, Technischer Verlag Herbert Cram

Mode of Evaluation: CAT / Assignment / Quiz / FAT / Project / Seminar

Mode of assessment:
Recommended by Board of Studies 17-08-2017
Approved by Academic Council No. 47 Date 05-10-2017

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Course code Powertrain Tribology L T P J C
MEE6018 2 0 0 4 3
Pre-requisite NIL Syllabus version
Anti-requisite 1.1
Course Objectives:
1. To broaden the importance of Powertrain Tribology.
2. To enable the students to understand the importance of Powertrain Tribology.
3. To assist the students to know about Powertrain Tribology.
4. To acquire the theory of hydrodynamic lubrication.
5. To learn the application of tribology in automotive

Expected Course Outcome:

Upon Successful Completion of this course ,Students will be able to
1. Acquire and analyze the various Powertrain Tribology.
2. Characterize various Powertrain systems.
3. Apply the knowledge to monitor and inspect various powertrain system.
4. Develop the automotive system with appropriate usage of hydro dynamic lubrication
5. Apply the tribology knowledge to wear behavior of engine components and power train

Student Learning Outcomes (SLO): SLO 11,13, 18

11. Having interest and recognise the need for independent and lifelong learning
13. Having cross cultural competency exhibited by working as a member or in teams
18. Having critical thinking and innovative skills

Module:1 Surface features and 2 hour

friction
Introduction of Tribology - Nature of surfaces – Surface properties – Surface parameters and
measurements. Friction – Sliding friction – Rolling friction- Friction characteristics of common
metals and non-metals – Friction under extreme environments. Temperature rise due to friction.
Engine friction – Losses and engine design parameters

Module:2 Wear 4 hours

Economic role of wear – wear mechanism – Factors affecting wear – Quantification of wear- Wear
testing - Tribometers and Tribometry. Engine wear – mechanisms, wear resistant material and
coatings. Failure mode analysis.

Module:3 Lubricants and 6 hours

Monitoring
Lubricants – Type of lubricants – Properties and testing – service classification of lubricants-
Additives – Lubrication systems – Lubricant monitoring, SOAP, Ferrography and other rapid
testing methods for lubricants contamination

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Module:4 Hydro Dynamic 4 hours
Lubrication
Theory of hydrodynamic lubrication – Mechanism of pressure development in a fluid film bearing
- Generalized Reynolds Equation – slider bearings- Fixed and pivoted shoe bearings –Journals
bearings – short and finite bearings - Oil flow and thermal equilibrium

Module:5 Hydrostatic and Squeeze 4 hours

Film Lubrication
Hydrostatic bearing – basic concepts- Bearing pad coefficients. Restrictors – Capillary, orifice and
flow control valve – bearing characteristic number and performance coefficients – flat, conical and
spherical pad thrust bearing – Multi-recess journal and thrust bearings – Air and gas lubricated
bearings. Squeeze film bearings.

Module:6 Elasto Hydro Dynamic 4 hours

Lubrication (EHDL)
Lubrication of ball and roller bearings, cams and gears, selection and life estimation, fatigue and
diagnostics. Soft EHDL - Lubrication of seals and washers. Rheology - Non-Newtonian fluids,
characteristics, Thixotopic, materials and Bingham solids, grease lubrication and stability.Tribology
in Extreme environments.
Module:7 Functional applications of Tribology 4 hours
Automotive Tribology - Tribology of engine components and power train. Industrial tribology
Case studies.

Module:8 Recent Trends 2 hours

Total Lecture hours: 30 hours

Text Book(s)
1. Gwidon Stachowiak, Andrew W Batchelor, " Engineering Tribology ", Butterworth-
Heinemann, 2013
Reference Books
1. Bernard J. Hamrock, Steven R. Schmid, Bo O. Jacobson, "Fundamentals of Fluid Film
Lubrication", CRC Press,2004.
2. Bharat Bhushan, : Introduction to Tribology", John Wiley & Sons,2013

List of Challenging Projects (J- Component)

1. Automotive tribology overview of current advances and challenges for the
future
2. Analysis of oil film thickness and heat transfer on a piston ring of a diesel
engine: Effect of lubricant viscosity
3. Manufacturing of surface microstructures for improved tribological
efficiency of powertrain components and forming tools
4. Analysis of oil film thickness on a piston ring of diesel engine: Effect of oil
film temperature
5. An investigation of tribological characteristics of energy-conserving engine
oils using a reciprocating bench test

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6. Modeling the dynamics and lubrication of three piece oil control rings in
internal combustion engines
7. A model for estimating oil vaporization from the cylinder liner as a
contributing mechanism to engine oil consumption
8. Mechanical hybrid KERS based on toroidal traction drives: an example of
smart tribological design to improve terrestrial vehicle performance
9. Reliability of Powertrain Components Exposed to Extreme Tribological
Environments
10. Variation of piston friction force and ring lubricating condition in a diesel
engine with EGR

Recommended by Board of Studies 17/08/2017

Approved by Academic Council No. 47th Date 5/10/2017

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Course code Automotive Emission Control L T P J C
MEE6019 2 2 0 4 4
Pre-requisite Nil Syllabus version
v. 2.00
Course Objectives:
1. To broaden the importance of noise and air pollution from automobiles.
2. To enable the students to understand the importance of automotive emissions and control.
3. To assist the students with various test procedures to measure emissions and dealing with
automotive waste management.

Expected Course Outcome:

Upon Successful Completion of this course ,Students will be able to
1. Possess the knowledge about various sources of air and noise pollution from automobiles.
2. Acquire and analyze the various emissions from SI engines and their controls.
3. Demonstrate the various emission control techniques used in CI engines.
4. Suggest, identify and design suitable after treatment devices for CI engines.
5. To impart knowledge on various test procedures for emission measurements in IC engines.

Student Learning Outcomes (SLO): SLO 11, 13, 18

11. Having interest and recognise the need for independent and lifelong learning
13. Having cross cultural competency exhibited by working as a member or in teams
18. Having critical thinking and innovative skills

Module:1 Introduction 4 hours

Sources of Air Pollution. Various emissions from Automobiles — Formation — Effects of
pollutants on environment and human beings.

Module:2 Noise pollution 4 hours

Noise pollution from automobiles - Sources of Noise — Engine Noise, Transmission Noise,
vehicle structural Noise, aerodynamics noise, Exhaust Noise. Noise reduction in Automobiles —
Encapsulation technique for noise reduction — Silencer Design.

Module:3 Emissions from SI Engines and its Control 4 hours

Emission formation in S.I. engines – Hydrocarbons – Carbon monoxide – Nitric Oxide, Lead
particulates – Polyneculear aromatic hydro carbon emission – Effects of design and operating
variables on emission formation in spark ignition engines – Controlling of pollutant formation in
engines – Thermal reactors – Catalytic converters – Charcoal Canister Control for evaporative
emission – Positive crank case ventilation system for UBHC emission reduction. Chemical delay –
Significance – Intermediate compound formation – Pollutant formation on incomplete combustion
– effect of operating variables on pollutant formation – Controlling of emissions – Driving
behavior – Fumigation – Exhaust gas recirculation – Air injection – Cetane number effect

Module:4 In-cylinder emission control strategies - CI 4 hours

engine

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Formation of White, Blue, and Black Smokes, NOx, soot, Sulphur particulate and Intermediate
Compounds in CI engines - In-cylinder v/s after-treatment emission control strategies – Pros/Cons,
Impact of various parameters on in-cylinder emission control: Fuel injection pressure, Nozzle
through- flow, sac volume, Piston bowl shape, Exhaust gas recirculation (EGR) – Internal/
external/cooled EGR, Injection timing. Swirl, Turbo charging and Inter cooling

Module:5 After treatment devices – CI engine 4 hours

DPF – Function / Regeneration techniques, NOx Adsorber, Diesel Oxidation Catalyst (DOC),
SCR, Urea dozing systems.

Module:6 Emission Measurement and Emission test 4 hours

procedure
Measurement of CO, CO2, by NDIR. Hydrocarbon by FID – Chemiluminescent detector for NOx
measurement, Smoke meters – Dilution tunnel technique for particulate measurement - Emission
test cycles - Procedures on Engine and Chassis Constant Volume Sampling procedures –-Emission
Test– Sampling probes and valves – Quantifying emissions –Dynamometers

Module:7 Automotive waste management 4 hours

Old vehicle disposal and recycling, Tyre recycling, Lubricating oil and coolant disposal and
recycling
Module:8 Contemporary issues: 2 hours
Course Mode: Video lectures and demonstrations, Flipped class room, Interactive sessions with
multimedia tools, Visit to industry

Total Lecture hours: 30 hours

Text Book(s)
1. John B Heywood, ―Internal Combustion Engine Fundamentals‖, McGraw Hill Education,
2011

Reference Books
1. Springer.G.S, Patterson.D.J, Engine Emissions, pollutant formation, Plenum Press, 1986
2. Patterson, D.J, Henin.N.A, Emissions from Combustion engines and their Control, Anna
Arbor Science, 1985. Linden.D, Handbook of Batteries and Fuel Cells, McGraw Hill, 1995.

3. Maxwell et al, Alternative Fuel : Emission, Economic and Performance, SAE, 1995

4. Crouse and Anglin, ‗Automotive Emission Control‘, McGraw Hill company., Newyork 1993

Mode of Evaluation: CAT / Assignment / Quiz / FAT / Project / Seminar

Mode of assessment:
Recommended by Board of Studies 17-08-2017
Approved by Academic Council No. 47 Date 05/10/2017

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Course code Battery and Fuel Cell L T P J C
MEE6020 2 0 0 4 3
Pre-requisite NIL Syllabus version
v. 1.1
Course Objectives:
1. To broaden the importance of Battery and Fuel cell.
2. To enable the students to understand the importance of Battery and Fuel cell.
3. To assist the students to know about Battery performance and selection Battery and Fuel
cell.
4. To gain the basic knowledge about Lithium-Ion Batteries.
5. To help the students to identify the Advanced Batteries for Electric Vehicles
Expected Course Outcome:
Upon Successful Completion of this course ,Students will be able to
1. Acquire and analyze the various type’s battery and Fuel cell.
2. Characterize various Battery and Fuel cell performance.
3. To maintain and inspect various Battery types and Fuel cell.
4. To develop battery and fuel cell for the modern requirements
5. To apply the advanced batteries for electric vehicles
Student Learning Outcomes (SLO): SLO 11,13, 18
11. Having interest and recognise the need for independent and lifelong learning
13. Having cross cultural competency exhibited by working as a member or in teams
18. Having critical thinking and innovative skills

Module:1 Introduction 2 hours

Introduction to Battery - Battery types - Fundamentals of electrochemistry - galvanic and
electrolytic cells, differences -Thermodynamics of electrochemical cells - Definition, derivation of
Nernst equation
Module:2 Battery performance and selection 4 hours
Battery Performance Measurements, Factors Affecting Battery Performance - Battery
Standardization - Battery Design – Battery Management System - Battery Fault Detection,
Maintenance and Test - Battery Installation - Selection of Battery for Automotive application.
Module:3 Lead acid battery 6 hours
theory of operation – cell construction – battery construction – Discharge performance – Charge
methods – Temperature effects and limitations – service life – storage characteristics –
maintenance requirements – failure modes

Module:4 Lithium-Ion Batteries 4 hours

General Characteristics - Chemistry - Construction of Cylindrical and Prismatic Li-Ion Cells and
Batteries - Li-Ion Battery Performance - Charge Characteristics of Li-Ion Batteries - Safety
Testing of Cylindrical C/LiCoO2 Batteries - Polymer Li-Ion Batteries - Thin-Film, Solid-State Li-
Ion Batteries - Conclusions and Future Trends
Module:5 Advanced Batteries for Electric Vehicles 4 hours
General Characteristics Description of the Electrochemical Systems, Cell Design and
Performance Characteristics of - Metal/Air Batteries - Zinc/Bromine Batteries - Sodium-Beta

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 Batteries - Lithium/Iron Sulfide Batteries

Module:6 Fuel cells 4 hours

Introduction and overview of fuel cells - technology: low and high temperature fuel Cells - Fuel
40 cell reaction kinetics: Introduction to electrode kinetics – performance characteristics of fuel
cells, efficiency of fuel cell, fuel cell stack, fuel cell power plant: fuel processor, fuel cell power
section, power conditioner
Module:7 Types of Fuel Cells 4 hours
Fuel cell types: alkaline fuel cell, polymer electrolyte fuel cell, phosphoric acid fuel cell, molten
carbonate fuel cell, solid oxide fuel cell, Direct Methanol Operated fuel cells- Geometries of solid
oxide fuel cells: planar, tubular, Types of solid oxide fuel cells: High temperature, intermediate
temperature ,Single chamber solid oxide fuel cells, Problems with fuel cells.
Module:8 Contemporary issues: 2 hours

Total Lecture hours: 30 hours

Text Book(s)
1. David Linden and Thomas B. Reddy ― Hand Book of Batteries Third Edition‖ , McGraw-
Hill, NY, 2010
Reference Books
1. Robert A. Huggins Advanced Batteries - Material Science Aspects, Springer Publications,
NY 2009
2. D.A.J. Rand, P.T. Moseley,J. Garche , C.D. Parker, Valve Regulated Lead Acid Batteries,
Elsevier Publications, USA, 2004

Mode of Evaluation: CAT / Assignment / Quiz / FAT / Project / Seminar

List of Challenging Experiments (Indicative)

Mode of assessment:
Recommended by Board of Studies 17-08-2017
Approved by Academic Council No. 47 Date 05-10-2017

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Course code Vehicle and Engine Testing L T P J C
MEE6021 2 0 0 4 3
Pre-requisite Nil Syllabus version
1.0
Course Objectives:
1. Familiarize with the various regulations, homologation and testing.
2. Evaluate and analyze the vehicle level and component level testing of automobiles.
3. To gain knowledge about the experimental set up for characterizing the engine performance
and emission measurements.

Expected Course Outcome:

1. Acquiring the knowledge of homologation, static and dynamic testing of vehicles.
2. Comprehend and possess the various component level testing methods.
3. Imparting the knowledge of vehicle structural crashworthiness.
4. Establishing the various engine testing procedures and data acquisition.
5. Computing the various performance and emission measurements of IC engines.

Student Learning Outcomes (SLO): SLO 11,13, 18

11. Having interest and recognise the need for independent and lifelong learning
13. Having cross cultural competency exhibited by working as a member or in team
18. Having critical thinking and innovative skills

Module:1 Homologation & Testing 2 hours

Homologation & its Types, Regulations overview (EEC, ECE, FMVSS, AIS, BIS, and CMVR),
Type approval Scheme, Homologation for export, Vehicles Categories, Conformity of
Production, Various Parameters, Instruments and Test tracks.

Module:2 Static& Dynamic Testing of Vehicle 6 hours

Vehicle Weighment, Tell Tales, External Projection, Arrangement Of Foot Controls For M1
Vehicle, Angle & Dimensions Measurement of Vehicle, The Requirement Of Temporary Cabin
For Drive – Away – Chassis, Grade ability Test, Pass-by Noise Measurement Test, Interior
Noise Measurement Test, Turning Circle Diameter & Turning Clearance Circle Diameter
Measurement Test, Steering Effort Measurement Test, Constant Speed Fuel Consumption
Test, Cooling Performance Test, Speedo- meter Calibration Test, Range Test, Maximum Speed
Measurement Test, Acceleration Measurement Test, Brakes Test, Hood Latch Test and EMI
Test

Module:3 Vehicle Component Testing 4 hours

Safety Glasses Test, Rear View Mirror Test, Horn Testing, Hydraulic Brakes Hoses Test, Fuel
Tank Test: Metallic & Plastic, Hinges and Latches Test, Tyre & Wheel Rim Test, Bumper
Impact Test, Side Door Intrusion Test, Demist test, Defrost Test, Interior Fittings, Steering
Impact Test, Body Block Test, Head Form Test, Driver Field Of Vision, Accelerator Control

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 System Test, Seat & Seat Belt Test And Airbag Test, Photometry

Module:4 Vehicle Structural Crashworthiness 4 hours

Crash Test- Front Impact, Rear Impact & SideImpact Test, Dummies, Crash Barrier, Injury
Evaluation, Pedestrian & Occupant Requirement, Survival Space of the occupants of
commercial vehicle, FUPD/RUPD & SUPD Requirement

Module:5 Engine Test Facilities 4 hours

Engine Dynamometer & Tests Equipments
Engine Test Facilities: Test cell requirements, cell console & control room, ventilation, air
conditioning & exhaust, cooling, lubrication/fuel supply systems, noise & vibration control in test
cells.
Engine Dynamometer & Tests Equipments: Engine dynamometers, types of dynamometers,
dynamometer panels, engine controllers, data acquisition, engine dynamometer coupling, fuel
consumption meter, air fuel ratio measurement, oil consumption measurement, temperature &
pressure measurement, humidity measurement, calibration & maintenance program/ durability.

Module:6 Engine Performance & Emission 4 hours

Measurements
Engine test standards, full throttle & part throttle performance, road load testing, ISO mapping,
interpolation, heat balance, friction measurement.
Emission analyzers, emission cycles for diesel commercial vehicles, tractors &gensets, steady
state and transient cycles, dilution tunnel, particulate emissions, calibration and maintenance.

Module:7 Advanced Engine Testing 4 hours

Use of special equipments, fuel injection pressure, combustion pressure, needle lift, heat balance,
gas exchange process, combustion, photography, swirl measurement, analysis of data.

Module:8 Contemporary issues: 2 hours

Course Mode: Flipped Class Room, [Lecture to be videotaped], Use of physical and computer
models to lecture, Visit to Industry and study the thermal equipments, Min of 2 lectures by
industry experts

Total Lecture hours: 30 hours

Text Book(s)
Reference Books
1. A.J.Martyr, M.A.Plint, Engine Testing Theory and Practice, SAE International, Third Edition,
2007.
Mode of Evaluation: CAT / Assignment / Quiz / FAT / Project / Seminar

Mode of assessment:
Recommended by Board of Studies 17/08/2017
Approved by Academic Council No. 47 Date 05/10/2017

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 Course code Vehicle Safety and Lighting L T P J C

MEE 6022 3 0 2 0 4

Pre-requisite NIl Syllabus version

Anti-requisite v.1.1
Course Objectives:
1. To introduce vehicle passive and active safety systems.
2. To broaden the understanding crash testing and lighting.
3. To gain the basic knowledge of lighting of automotive vehicles.
4. To broaden the importance of vehicle safety and lighting.
5. To enable the students to apply the knowledge modern vehicle systems

Expected Course Outcome:

Upon Successful Completion of this course ,Students will be able to
1. Impart knowledge about safety and vehicle structural crashworthiness
2. Design the human response to impact response system
3. Analyze the performances of vehicle safety systems and lighting
4. Familiarize the modern lighting system
5. Develop the modern vehicle safety and lighting systems.

Student Learning Outcomes (SLO): SLO 1, 2, 17

1. Having an ability to apply mathematics and science in engineering applications
2. Having a clear understanding of the subject related concepts and of contemporary issues and
apply them to identify, formulate andanalyse complex engineering problems
17. Having an ability to use techniques, skills, resources and modern engineering and IT tools
necessary for engineering practice

Module:1 Introduction to safety and Vehicle structural 4 hours

crashworthiness
Automotive Safety-Active and passive safety, Driver assistance systems in automobiles,
Definitions and terminology. Balance of stiffness and toughness characteristics and energy
absorption characteristics of vehicle structures, Design of crash crumple zones, Modeling and
simulation studies, Optimization of vehicle structures for crash worthiness

Module:2 Crash testing 7 hours

Types of impacts, and Impact with rebound, movable barrier tests, Analysis and simulation of
vehicle in barrier impacts, Roll over crash tests, Behavior of specific body structures in crash
testing, Photographic analysis of impact tests, Regulatory requirements for crash testing. Side and
Frontal Pole Impact, Pedestrian Impact

Module:3 Ergonomics and Human response to Impact 7 hours

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 Importance of Ergonomics in Automotive safety, Locations of controls, Anthropomerty, Human
impact tolerance, Determination of Injury thresholds, Severity Index, Study of comparative
tolerance, Application of Trauma for analysis of crash injuries. Injury criteria‘s and relation with
crash and modeling and simulation studies in dummy

Module:4 Vehicle safety systems 6 hours

Survival space requirements, Restraints systems used automobiles, Types of safety belts, Head
restraints, Air bags used in automobiles, Use of energy absorbing systems in automobiles, Impact
protection from steering controls, Design of seats for safety, types of seats used in automobiles.
Importance of Bumpers in automobiles, Damageability criteria in bumper designs. Introduction to
the types of safety glass and their requirements and rearward field of vision in automobiles, Types
of rear view mirrors and their assessment. Warning devices, Hinges and latches etc. Active safety

Module:5 Fundamentals of light, vision and colour 5 hours

Electromagnetic radiation and light, Propagation of light, Spectral sensitivity of light, Measures of
radiation and light, Standard elements for optical control. Illuminant calculations, Derivation of
luminous flux from luminous intensity, flux transfer and inter reflection, luminance calculations,
discomfort glare, eyes as an optical system, visual processing, lighting for results, modes of
appearance, Pointers for lighting devices. Nature of the colour, Tri-chromatic Colorimetry,
Surface colour, colour spaces and colour solids,, colour rendering

Module:6 Light Measurements, Testing equipment, 6 hours

calibration and photometric practice
Basics of standards and detectors, spectral measurements and Colorimetry, illuminant meters and
luminance meters, colorimeters. Fundamentals of equipment used for light measurement in
Automotive field; Gonio - Photometer, Reflecto-meter, Colorimeter, Integrating sphere, types,
application, coordinates system, Types of sensors and working principle, construction,
characteristics etc. used in different equipment. National and international Regulations, test
requirements and testing procedure

Module:7 New Technology in Automotive lighting 8 hours

Technology progress in automotive lighting, Gas Discharges lamps, LED, adoptive front lighting
system, Daylight running lamps

Module:8 Contemporary issues: 2 hours

Total Lecture hours: 45 hours

List of Challenging Projects

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 Study, dismantling and assembling of 10x 3 hrs
1. Vehicle safety monitoring system for viewing blind spots
2. Portable safety lighting device and method for increasing visibility of a
person or vehicle
3. Method and system for the precise thermal mapping of roads, runways
and the like for wintertime safety monitoring and maintenance
4. Automatic rearview mirror, vehicle lighting control and vehicle interior
monitoring system using a photo sensor array
5. Hot vehicle safety system and methods of preventing passenger
entrapment and heat suffocation
6. Vehicle surroundings monitor with obstacle avoidance lighting
7. Deceleration based anti-collision safety light control for vehicle
8. Automatic control device for lighting and extinction of headlamps in a
vehicle
9. Lighting and driver assistance as systems for improving vehicle safety
10. Running guide apparatus for vehicle capable of keeping safety at passing
through narrow path
Total laboratory hours 30 hrs
Text Book(s)
1. Jullian Happian-Smith ‗An Introduction to Modern Vehicle Design‘ SAE, 2002
Reference Books
1. Watts, A. J., et al "Low speed Automobile Accidents" Lawyers and Judges 1996.
2. Johnson, W., and Mamalis, A.G., "Crashworthiness of Vehicles, MEP, London, 1995.
3. Edward .A, Lamps and Lighting, Hodder & Stoughton, London, 1993.

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Course code Vehicle Maintenance and Diagnostics L T P J C
MEE6023 2 0 0 4 3
Pre-requisite Nil Syllabus version
v. 1.0
Course Objectives:
1. To provide the students with sufficient background to understand the importance of vehicle
maintenance, its types and their diagnostics techniques.
2. To equip students with the knowledge of engine and sub-system maintenance.
3. Develop the students to have in-depth knowledge about on-board diagnostics, chassis system
diagnostics and electrical system diagnostics.

Expected Course Outcome:

1. Possess the knowledge of overall vehicle maintenance and its types, on and off-board
diagnostics and engine and its sub-system maintenance.
2. Demonstrate the application of oscilloscope and on-board diagnostics for automobiles.
3. Provide an in-depth knowledge about the diagnostics of engine sub-systems like battery
charging and starting systems, lubrication systems air supply and exhaust systems.
4. Gain the knowledge of chassis system maintenance and various diagnostics techniques
applied to brakes, steering and suspension systems.
5. Acquire and analyze the maintenance and diagnostics of electrical system including HVAC,
cruise control diagnostics, airbags diagnostics, advanced fault diagnostics and remote
diagnostics.

Student Learning Outcomes (SLO): SLO 11, 13, 18

11. Having interest and recognise the need for independent and lifelong learning
13. Having cross cultural competency exhibited by working as a member or in team
18. Having critical thinking and innovative skills

Module:1 Introduction 4 hours

Need for maintenance, types of maintenance: preventive and breakdown maintenance,
requirements of maintenance, preparation of check lists. Inspection schedule, maintenance of
records, log sheets and other forms, safety precautions in maintenance: General safety, tool
safety - Diagnostic Techniques - diagnostic process - diagnostics on paper - mechanical
diagnostic techniques - electrical diagnostic techniques - fault codes - on and off-board
diagnostics - Data sources

Module:2 Engine maintenance 4 hours

Dismantling of engine components: cylinder head, valve train, cylinder block, connecting rod,
piston and crankshaft assembly; cleaning and inspection of engine components, reconditioning
of components.

Module:3 Engine subsystem maintenance 4 hours

Servicing and maintenance of fuel system, Engine tune-up, cooling system: water pump,
radiator, thermostat. Lubrication system maintenance, Anticorrosion and anti freeze additives

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Module:4 Oscilloscope diagnostics and On-board 4 hours
diagnostics
Basic equipment - Oscilloscopes - Scanners - Fault code readers - Engine Analyzers - Sensors -
Actuators - Ignition System - Other components - A first perspective - Petrol / Gasoline on-
board diagnostics monitors - a second perspective

Module:5 Engine Systems 4 hours

Diagnostics of Engine operation - Fuel system - Ignition - Emission - Fuel Injection - Diesel
injection - Engine management - Fault finding information - air supply and exhaust systems -
cooling - lubrication - batteries - starting system - charging system.

Module:6 Chassis System – maintenance and 4 hours

diagnostics
Servicing and maintenance of clutch, gear box, universal joints, propeller shaft, differential
system. Service and maintenance of brake – disc and drum brakes, steering wheel and
suspension systems, wheel alignment, vehicle body maintenance - Diagnostics of brakes - anti-
lock brakes diagnostics - traction control diagnostics - steering diagnostics - suspension
diagnostics

Module:7 Electrical System 4 hours

Electronic components and circuits diagnosis - multiplexing - lighting - diagnosing auxiliary
system faults - in car entertainment security and communication - body electrical system faults -
diagnosing instruments system faults - HVAC diagnostics - Cruise control diagnostics - Air bags
and belt tensions diagnostics

Module:8 Expert lecture- Advanced Fault diagnostics 2 hours

and remote diagnostics
Course Mode: Video lectures and demonstrations, Flipped class room, Interactive sessions with
multimedia tools, Visit to industry

Total Lecture hours: 30 hours

Text Book(s)
1. Automotive Technician Training, Tom Denton, Taylor and Francis, New York,
2015
Reference Books
1. Automobile Electrical and Electronic Systems : Automotive Technology - Vehicle
Maintenance and Repair, Tom Denton, Fourth Edition, Elsevier, New York, 2013
2. Advanced Automotive Fault Diagnosis: Automotive Technology - Vehicle Maintenance
and Repair, Tom Denton, Third Edition, Elsevier, New York, 2012.
Mode of Evaluation: CAT / Assignment / Quiz / FAT / Project / Seminar
Mode of assessment:
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Course code Vehicle Aerodynamics L T P J C
MEE6024 3 0 0 0 3
Pre-requisite Nil Syllabus version
v. 1.1
Course Objectives:
1. To provide the students with sufficient background to understand the aerodynamics of road
vehicles.
2. To enable the students to understand the dynamics of the vehicles influenced by
aerodynamics.
3. To help the students to understand aerodynamics of vehicles to help in stability, safety and
comfort.
4. To teach students how to measure and test vehicles using different
techniques.

Expected Course Outcome:

1. Gain the knowledge of basic principles of road vehicle aerodynamics and performance
analysis of cars, light trucks and commercial vehicles.
2. Compute the aerodynamics drag, various resistances and to arrive at lesser fuel consumption
of vehicles.
3. Possess the knowledge of basic of flow over vehicles and resistance to vehicle motion and
analyzing for stability safety and comfort.
4. Predicting the performance of high speed race cars, commercial vehicle aerodynamics and to
demonstrate the various measurement and testing techniques used in automobiles.
5. Design, simulate and analyse the flow over cars using computation fluid dynamics technique
and to calculate the lift and drag forces through various turbulence models.

Student Learning Outcomes (SLO): SLO 1, 2, 3, 5, 6

1. Having an ability to apply mathematics and science in engineering applications
2. Having a clear understanding of the subject related concepts and of contemporary issues and
apply them to identify, formulate andanalyse complex engineering problems
3. Having an ability to be socially intelligent with good SIQ (Social Intelligence Quotient) and
EQ (Emotional Quotient)
5. Having design thinking capability
6. Having an ability to design a component or a product applying all the relevant standards and
with realistic constraints, including public health, safety, culture, society and environment

Module:1 Introduction to Road Vehicle Aerodynamics 5 hours

Basic principles of road vehicle aerodynamics; evolution of road vehicles; borrowed shapes;
streamlining era; parametric studies; one-volume bodies; bathtub bodies; commercial vehicles;
motorcycles; shape and detail optimization; futuristic trends; performance analysis of cars and
light Trucks.

Module:2 In Motion Dynamics 7 hours

Vehicle equation of motion; aerodynamic drag; tire rolling resistance; climbing resistance;

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 effective mass; traction diagram; acceleration capability and vehicle elasticity; fuel consumption
and economy; gear-ratio re-matching; EPA driving cycles – urban, highway, combined; low fuel
consumption strategies.

Module:3 Directional Stability, Safety and Comfort 7 hours

Flow field around a vehicle; interior and exterior flows; attached, separated and oscillating
flows; aerodynamic forces and moments; cornering and side wind behaviors; stability index;
passing maneuvers; spoiler design; safety and aesthetics; water and dirt accumulation; visibility
impairment; ventilation, air flow and odor removal. Engine and interior cooling; radiators;
HVAC systems.

Module:4 Race Car, High Performance and 6 hours

Commercial Vehicles
Race cars: Front wings, Rear wings, Weight distribution, Over steer and Under steer, Center of
gravity effects, Slip streaming. Commercial vehicle aerodynamics: Truck Aerodynamics,
Improvements in design, Different styles of trailers. Effect of gap between truck and trailer,
fairings.

Module:5 Measurement and Testing Techniques 6 hours

Wind tunnel and on-road testing techniques; classification and design of wind tunnels;
instrumentation and data acquisition; wind tunnel components and corrections; road testing
methods; cross-wind and engine cooling tests; soiling, water and dirt accumulation, visibility
measurements on road; wind noise models, analysis and measurement.

Module:6 Computational Fluid Dynamics and 7 hours

Applications
Introduction to CFD analysis; CFD vs. experimentation; Fundamentals of fluid mechanics;
Continuity, Navier-stokes and energy equations; Modeling and Discretization techniques; basic
steps in CFD computation; 3-D structured and unstructured grid generation, mesh smoothing
and sensitivity checks; turbulence models; Eddy viscosity and non-eddy viscosity models;
RANS and ARSM models; LES and DNS methods.

Module:7 Vehicle Aerodynamic Simulation 5 hours

Biomass - processing and usage, forms - municipal solid waste, wood - DME, GTL: Availability,
properties, Production Methods, modifications required in CI engines, performance and emission
characteristics, storage, handling and dispensing, safety aspects. Challenges.

Module:8 Contemporary issues: 2 hours

Course Mode: Video lectures and demonstrations, Flipped class room, Interactive sessions with
multimedia tools, Visit to industry

Total Lecture hours: 45 hours

Text Book(s)
1. Theory and Applications of Aerodynamics for Ground Vehicles- T. Yomi Obidi.
Published by SAE with ISBN 978-0-7680-2111-0.
Reference Books

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1. Competition car aerodynamics, 3rd edition- Simon McBeath. Published by Veloce Publishing
with ISBN 978-1845847760.
2. Aerodynamics of Road Vehicles, W.H. Hucho, Butterworth and Co, 1987

Mode of Evaluation: CAT / Assignment / Quiz / FAT / Project / Seminar

Mode of assessment:
Recommended by Board of Studies 17-08-2017
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 Course code Vehicle Crashworthiness L T P J C
MEE6025 2 0 0 4 3
Pre-requisite NIL Syllabus version
1.1
Course Objectives:
1. To gain the basic knowledge about Vehicle Crashworthiness.
2. To help the students to identify the various testing regulations for Vehicle Crashworthiness.
3. To assist the students to know about vehicle collision models.
4. To broaden the knowledge about the pedestrian safety.
5. To study the fundamental of vehicle safety system

Expected Course Outcome:

Upon Successful Completion of this course ,Students will be able to
1. Acquire and analyze the various testing procedures of Vehicle Crashworthiness.
2. Characterize the various vehicle crashworthiness mechanisms.
3. To develop vehicle safety system for the modern requirements
4. To use various injury Mechanisms for evaluating vehicle crashworthiness.
5. To apply the dummies for different crash test

Student Learning Outcomes (SLO): SLO 11,13,18

11. Having interest and recognise the need for independent and lifelong learning
13. Having cross cultural competency exhibited by working as a member or in teams
18. Having critical thinking and innovative skills

Module:1 Introduction to safety and crashworthiness 2 hours

Motor Vehicle Safety - The Automobile Structure Materials and Characteristics of Vehicle
Structures - Crashworthiness Goals - Crashworthiness Requirements, Achieving
Crashworthiness, Crashworthiness Tests, Crashworthiness Models Requirements.
Optimization of vehicle structures for crash worthiness – Active and passive safety.

Module:2 Crash Testing 4hours

Types of crash / roll over - Tests, Regulatory requirements for crash testing - Instrumentation, high
speed photography, Image Analysis

Module:3 Vehicle Collision Models 6 hours

Impulsive models- central head on collision, oblique collision, collision against fixed obstacle,
noncentral - head on collision, lateral collision, simplified approach. Second approximation
models - head on collision against fixed - obstacle, Head-on collision between vehicles,
and oblique collision between vehicles, Motion after the Collision with locked wheels - and free
wheels

Module:4 Pedestrian Safety and Ergonomics 4 hours

Importance of Ergonomics in Automotive safety- Locations of controls- Anthropometry- Human

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 impact tolerance- Determination of Injury thresholds, Severity Index, Study of comparative
tolerance. Study of crash dummies

Module:5 Vehicle Safety systems 4 hours

Survival space requirements, Restraint systems used in automobiles - Types of safety belts- Head
restraints, Air bags - Use of energy absorbing systems - Impact protection from steering controls
- Design of seats for safety- types of seats-Importance of Bumpers - Damageability criteria
in bumper designs - Types of safety glass and their requirements, rearward field of vision
in automobiles - Types of rear view mirrors and their assessment - Warning devices - Hinges and
latches, etc - External Projections, Door locks & retension systems Rear/front/side under run
protection devices.
Module:6 Injury Mechanisms 4 hours
Head Injury Mechanisms - Neck Injury Mechanisms - Compression Injuries - Tension-
Extension Injuries - Lateral Bending Injuries - Thoracic Injury Mechanisms - Low Speed
Crush Injuries -
High Speed Impact Injuries

Module:7 Introduction to Dummies 4 hours

Hybrid II Dummy Family - Hybrid III Dummy Family - CRABI Infant Dummies - Side Impact
Dummies - Dummy Harmonization

Module:8 Contemporary issues: 2 hours

Total Lecture hours: 30 hours

Text Book(s)
1. Vehicle Crashworthiness and Occupant Protection, Paul Du Bois, Clifford C. Chou and
others, American Iron and Steel Institute.
Reference Books
1. Vehicle Crash Mechanics, Huang, M., CRC Press 2002.
Mode of Evaluation: CAT / Assignment / Quiz / FAT / Project / Seminar

Mode of assessment:
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Course code Design of Vehicle Drivelines L T P J C
MEE6026 2 0 0 4 3
Pre-requisite NIL Syllabus version
Anti-requisite 1.1
Course Objectives:
1. To broaden the importance of design of vehicle drivelines.
2. To enable the students to understand the importance of design of vehicle drivelines.
3. To assist the students to know about testing of design of vehicle drivelines.
4. To gain the basic knowledge about automatic transmission
5. To know the fundamentals of automatic transmission and electrical drives

Expected Course Outcome:

Upon Successful Completion of this course ,Students will be able to
1. Acquire and analyze the various designs of vehicle drivelines.
2. Characterize various design procedures of vehicle drivelines.
3. To maintain and inspect various design values of vehicle drivelines.
4. To apply the design knowledge to develop modern drivelines.
5. To analyze the performances of different drivelines

Student Learning Outcomes (SLO): SLO 11, 13, 18

11. Having interest and recognise the need for independent and lifelong learning
13. Having cross cultural competency exhibited by working as a member or in teams
18. Having critical thinking and innovative skills

Module:1 Introduction to Transmission & Driveline 2 hour

Systems
Powertrain and driveline systems. Clutch, gear box, hydraulic coupling, torque converter,
manual transmission, automatic transmission system, transfer case, differentials, drive shafts and
propeller shafts

Module:2 Clutch 4 hours

Single plate clutch, Band clutch, Multi-disk clutch, Clutch Design and Analysis

Module:3 Powertrain Integration System 6 hours

Various Resistances to Motion of the Automobile, Traction, tractive effort Performance curves,
acceleration grade ability, drawbar pull . Necessity of gear box, Desirable ratios of 3speed &
4speed gear boxes - Matching engine and transmission system using road loads and axle loads.
Total ratio and overall gear ratio- Selecting the largest power- train ratio, Selecting the smallest
power- train ratio, Selecting the intermediate gears- Gear Shift - Functional Requirement –
Design

Module:4 Automatic Transmissions 4 hours

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Level of automation, Gear shift mode, stepped and Continuously Variable Transmissions,
synchronizer gear boxes, epicycloidal gear boxes, Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT) .
Design and analysis of planetary gear trains, Gear ratios and clutch engagement schedule, Clutch
torques in steady state condition, Torque analysis in shifting process

Module:5 Hydrodynamic Transmission 4 hours

Fluid coupling – principles - Performance characteristics – advantages – limitations – drag torque
– reduction of drag torque. Torque converter - principles - Performance characteristics –
advantages – limitations – multi and poly stage torque converters

Module:6 Hydrostatic Drive and Electric Drive 4 hours

Hydrostatic drive – various types of hydrostatic transmission – principle - Advantages and
limitations. Comparison of hydrostatic transmission with hydrodynamic transmission.
Construction and working principle of Janny hydrostatic drive. Electric drive- Principle of Early
and modified Ward Leonard - control system – advantages and limitations

Module:7 Differentials and Final drives 4 hours

working principle -friction free differential, Differential with internal friction, Self-locking
differential. Final drives - performance limits, transmission ratios. Differential gears, differential
locks and locking differentials, types of self-locking differential

Module:8 Recent Trends 2 hours

Total Lecture hours: 30 hours

Text Book(s)
1. T. Kenneth Garrett, Kenneth Newton and William Steeds, ―The Motor Vehicle‖ 13th
Edition,
Butterworth-Heinemann Limited, London, 2005.

Reference Books
1. Heinz Heisler, ―Advanced Vehicle Technology‖, second edition, Butterworth –
Heinemann, New
2. Dr. N. K. Giri, ―Automobile Mechanics‖, Seventh reprint, Khanna Publishers, Delhi, 2005
3. James Larminie ―Electric Vehicle Technology Explained‖, John Wiley & Sons Ltd,
The Atrium,
List of Challenging Projects (J- Component)
1. Intelligent control of clutch judder and shunt phenomena in vehicle
drivelines
2. Engine/powertrain/vehicle modeling tool applicable to all stages of the
design process
3. Dynamic optimization method for design and rating of the components of a
hybrid vehicle
4. Automotive drive by wire controller design by multi-objective techniques
5. Coordination of active steering, driveline, and braking for integrated
vehicle dynamics control

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6. Toward the systematic design of controllers for smooth hybrid electric
vehicle mode changes
7. Simultaneous estimation of driveline dynamics and backlash size for
control design
8. Design of automobile driveshaft using carbon/epoxy and kevlar/epoxy
composites
9. Multidisciplinary design optimization of engine mounts with consideration
of the driveline
10 Drive-by-wire control of automotive driveline oscillations by response
surface methodology

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Course code Hybrid Electric Vehicles L T P J C
MEE6029 2 0 0 4 3
Pre-requisite NIL Syllabus version
v. xx.xx
Course Objectives: None
1. To provide the students with sufficient knowledge on series, parallel and full hybrid
architectures of automobile vehicles.
2. To enable the students to understand the concept of electric drive trains, hybrid architectures
and hybrid power plant specifications.
3. To help the students to understand the concept of sizing the drive system, energy storage and
their alternatives, energy management and control system.

Expected Course Outcome:

1. Possess the knowledge of series, parallel, plug-in and full hybrid vehicle architectures.
2. Acquire, analyze, configure and control of DC, induction, permanent magnet, switch
reluctance motor drives and compute their efficiency.
3. Demonstrate the various hybrid and load tracking architectures with knowledge on Hybrid
power plant specifications.
4. Compute and design the sizing of propulsion motor, power electronics and their allied systems.
5. To impart knowledge on various energy management and control strategies, energy storage
systems like batteries and alternate energy storage systems like fuel cells.

Student Learning Outcomes (SLO): SLO 1,2, 6

1. Having an ability to apply mathematics and science in engineering applications
2. Having a clear understanding of the subject related concepts and of contemporary issues and
apply them to identify, formulate andanalyse complex engineering problems
6. Having an ability to design a component or a product applying all the relevant standards and
with realistic constraints, including public health, safety, culture, society and environment

Module:1 Hybrid vehicle architectures 4 hours

Series hybrid vehicle architectures - range extender and full hybrid systems - Parallel hybrid
architectures - Plug-in hybrid architectures - Commercially
available electric and hybrid vehicles

Module:2 Electric Drive-trains 4 hours

Basic concept of electric traction, introduction to various electric drive-train topologies, power
flow control in electric drive-train topologies, fuel efficiency analysis. - Electric Propulsion unit:
Introduction to electric components used in hybrid and electric vehicles, Configuration and control
of DC Motor drives, Configuration and control of Induction Motor drives, configuration and
control of Permanent Magnet Motor drives, Configuration and control of Switch Reluctance
Motor drives, drive system efficiency.

Module:3 Hybrid Architecture And Hybrid Power 4 hours

Plant Specifications - Hybrid architecture

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Series configuration locomotive drives- series parallel switching- load tracking architecture. Pre
transmission parallel and combined configurations Mild hybrid- power assist- dual mode power
split- power split with shift- Continuously Variable transmission (CVT)- wheel motors. Hybrid
power plant specifications: Grade and cruise targets- launching and boosting- braking and energy
recuperation- drive cycle implications- engine fraction engine downsizing and range and
performance- usage requirements.

Module:4 Sizing the drive system 4 hours

Matching the electric machine and the internal combustion engine (ICE), Sizing the propulsion
motor, sizing the power electronics, selecting the energy storage
technology, Communications, supporting subsystems

Module:5 Energy management and control 4 hours

All electric range – Engine dominant blended strategy - Electric dominant strategy - Hybrid
vehicle control strategies

Module:6 Energy Storage Energy Storage 4 hours

Battery types - Battery Performance Measurements, Factors Affecting Battery Performance
- Battery Standardization - Battery Design – Battery Management System - Battery Fault
Detection, Maintenance and Test - Battery Installation - Selection of Battery - Battery chargers

Module:7 Introduction to Alternative Energy Storage 4 hours

Systems
Fuel cell –Characteristics - Types – Hydrogen Storage Systems and Fuel cell EV – Ultra
capacitors

Module:8 Contemporary issues: 2 hours

Total Lecture hours: 30 hours

Text Book(s)
1. John Miller, ― Propulsion Systems for Hybrid Vehicles,‖ Institute of Electrical Engineers,
UK, 2004 (recommended)
Reference Books
1. C.M. Jefferson & R.H. Barnard, ― Hybrid Vehicle Propulsion,‖ WIT Press, 2002
2, Iqbal Husain, ―Electric and Hybrid Vehicles – Design Fundamentals,‖ CRC Press, 2010
3. James Larminie and John Lowry, ― Electric Vehicle Technology Explained, ― Oxford
Brookes University, Oxford, UK, 2003
4. Chris Mi, M A Masrur, D W Gao, ― Hybrid Electric Vehicles – Principles and applications
with practical perspectives,‖ Wiley, 2011
Mode of Evaluation: CAT / Assignment / Quiz / FAT / Project / Seminar
Mode of assessment:
Recommended by Board of Studies 17-08-2017
Approved by Academic Council No. 47 Date 05-10-2017

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Course code Noise, Vibration and Harshness L T P J C
MEE6027 2 2 2 0 4
Pre-requisite NIL Syllabus version
v. 1.1
Course Objectives:
1. To help the students to understand the different sources of noise from automobiles including
engine noise, vehicle structural noise, aerodynamic noise, exhaust noise and their reduction
techniques.
2. To enable the students the role of NVH engineers in determining the source of noise and
vibration, noise quality and development stages of a new vehicle.
3. To assist the students with sound measurement, single degree freedom of vibration, test
facilities for measuring noise and vibration and processing the noise signals.

Expected Course Outcome:

1. Characterize various sources of automotive noise and their reduction in automobiles.
2. Possess the knowledge of role of NVH engineers in new vehicle programme.
3. Identify various methods of sound and vibration measurement including transient and Steady
state response of a single degree of freedom applied to vehicle systems.
4. Acquire the hands on experience of using semi-anechoic rooms, wind tunnels, rolling
5. Roads simulators to measure various types of noise and vibrations.
6. Outline the role of transducers, acoustics holography and various instrumentation
7. Employed for analyzing the NVH of vehicle systems.
8. Compute sampling, statistical and frequency analysis of various data obtained during NVH
measurements.

Student Learning Outcomes (SLO): SLO 11,13, 18,

11. Having interest and recognise the need for independent and lifelong learning
13. Having cross cultural competency exhibited by working as a member or in team
18. Having critical thinking and innovative skills

Module:1 Introduction 2 hours

Noise pollution from automobiles - Engine Noise, Transmission Noise, vehicle structural Noise,
aerodynamics noise, Exhaust Noise. Noise reduction in Automobiles

Module:2 NVH in the Automotive Industry 4 hours

Sources of noise and vibration. Design features. Common problems. Marque values. Noise
quality. Pass-by noise requirements. Target vehicles and objective targets. Development stages in
a new vehicle programme and the altering role of NVH engineers.

Module:3 Sound 6 hours

Sound measurement. Human sensitivity and weighting factors. Combining sound sources.
Acoustical resonances. Properties of acoustic materials.

Module:4 Vibration 4 hours

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Transient and steady state response of one degree of freedom system applied to vehicle systems.
Transmissibility. Modes of vibration

Module:5 Test Facilities and Instrumentation 4 hours

Laboratory simulation: rolling roads (dynamometers), road simulators, semi-anechoic rooms,
wind tunnels, etc. Transducers, signal conditioning and recording systems. Binaural head
recordings. Sound Intensity technique, Acoustic Holography, Statistical Energy Analysis

Module:6 Signal Processing 4 hours

Sampling, aliasing and resolution. Statistical analysis. Frequency analysis. Campbell's plots,
cascade diagrams, coherence and correlation functions.

Module:7 NVH control Strategies & comfort 4 hours

Source ranking. Noise path analysis. Modal analysis. Design of Experiments, Optimization of
Dynamic characteristics. Vibration absorbers and Helmholtz resonators. Active control
techniques.

Module:8 Recent Trends 2 hours

Total Lecture hours: 30 hours

Text Book(s)
1. Norton M P, Fundamental of Noise and Vibration, Cambridge University Press,1989
Reference Books
1. Munjal M.L., Acoustic Ducts and Mufflers, John Wiley, 1987
2. Baxa, Noise Control of Internal Combustion Engine, John Wiley, 1984

Mode of Evaluation: CAT / Assignment / Quiz / FAT / Project / Seminar

Mode of assessment:
Recommended by Board of Studies 17-08-2017
Approved by Academic Council No. 47 Date 05-10-2017

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Course code Computational Fluid Flow and Heat Transfer L T P J C
MEE6028 2 2 0 4 4
Pre-requisite MAT5005 Syllabus version
v. 1.1
Course Objectives:
1. To provide the students with sufficient background to understand the mathematical
representation of the governing equations of fluid flow and heat transfer.
2. To equip students with the knowledge base essential for application of computational fluid
dynamics to various engineering problems.
3. Develop the students to use appropriate turbulence model for solving engineering problems.

Expected Course Outcome:

1. Apply mathematics and engineering fundamentals to identify the nature of complex fluid
flow and heat transfer problems and to formulate governing equations to represent them.
2. Identify and formulate the appropriate discretization techniques to design finite difference and
finite volume solutions relevant to professional engineering practice.
3. Demonstrate the ability to use modern CFD software tools to build heat transfer and flow
geometries, generate an adequate mesh for an accurate solution, select appropriate solvers to
obtain the results using post processing technique.
4. Possess the knowledge of linking the continuity with momentum equation for incompressible
flows using SIMPLE algorithm.
5. Analyse and suggest the type of turbulence models to be chosen for IC engines manifolds,
ports and vents.
6. Demonstrate the ability to communicate the detailed results in a written format.

Student Learning Outcomes (SLO): SLO 1, 2, 17

1. Having an ability to apply mathematics and science in engineering applications
2. Having a clear understanding of the subject related concepts and of contemporary issues and
apply them to identify, formulate andanalyse complex engineering problems
17. Having an ability to use techniques, skills, resources and modern engineering and IT tools
necessary for engineering practice

Module:1 Introduction 2 hours

Computational Fluid Dynamics, Impact of CFD on engineering applications, Merits of CFD.

Module:2 Fluid Dynamics 4 hours

Models of the flow, Reynold‘s, Transport Theorem, The continuity equation, Momentum
Equation, Energy equation, Physical boundary conditions, Forms of governing equations
Suited for CFD.

Module:3 Discretization 4 hours

Basic aspects, Techniques – Introduction to FDM, FVM and FEM, Finite differences, Explicit and
Implicit approaches, Error and Stability analysis, Implementation of boundary conditions using
FDM and FVM.

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Grid Generation: General transformation of the equations, Stretched grids, Elliptic grid generation,
Adaptive grids.

Module:4 Numerical Techniques for Heat Conduction 4 hours

Steady one dimensional heat conduction, Unsteady one- dimensional conduction – Explicit,
Crank-Nicolson and Fully Implicit schemes, Two and three dimensional heat
Conduction, Over relaxation and under relaxation.

Module:5 Convection and Diffusion 5 hours

Steady one-dimensional convection and diffusion, Discritization equation for two and three
dimensions, A One-way space coordinate,False Diffusion.

Module:6 Numerical Techniques to find flow field 5 hours

Staggered grid, The pressure velocity corrections, The pressure correction equation, The
SIMPLE algorithm.

Module:7 Turbulence Modelling 2 hours

Nature, Description and Characterization of turbulent flow, Turbulent models for RANS
equations.

Module:8 Application of CFD in IC engines 2 hours

Flow through manifolds, valves and ports, Elements of air motion in engines. Outline of fluid
dynamic models, application of available commercial codes to engine processes with and without
chemical reactions.
Module:9 Contemporary issues: 2 hours

Total Lecture hours: 30 hours

Text Book(s)
1. Veersteeg. H. K. &Malaseekara, ―Introduction to CFD, The Finite Volume Method,
Longman Scientific & Technical, 1995.
2 John, D. Anderson.J R., Computational Fluid Dynamics, McGraw Hill, 1995.
Reference Books
1. K. Muralidhar, T. Sundarajan, Computational Fluid Flow and Heat Transfer,
NarosaPublishing House, New Delhi, 1997.
2. C.T.Shaw, Computational Fluid Dynamics, Prentice Hall, 1992.
3. S.V.Patankar, Numerical Heat Transfer and Fluid Flow, McGraw Hill, 1993.
4. M.N. Ozisik, Finite Difference Methods in Heat transfer, CRC press, 1994.
Mode of Evaluation: CAT / Assignment / Quiz / FAT / Project / Seminar
Mode of assessment:
Recommended by Board of Studies 17-08-2017
Approved by Academic Council No. 47 Date 05-10-2017

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Course code Finite Element Methods L T P J C
MEE 5015 2 2 2 0 4
Pre-requisite NIL Syllabus version
1.1
Course Objectives:
1. To enable the students understand the mathematical and physical principles underlying the
Finite Element Method (FEM) as applied to solid mechanics and thermal analysis
2. Introduce students to the theory of elasticity
3. To teach students the characteristics of various elements in structural and thermal analysis
and selection of suitable elements for the problems being solved
4. To introduce students to various field problems and the discretization of the problem
5. To make the students drive finite element equations for simple and complex elements
Expected Course Outcome:
Upon Successful Completion of this course ,Students will be able to
1. Apply the knowledge of mathematics and engineering to solve problems in structural and
thermal engineering by approximate and numerical methods
2. Design a new component or improve the existing components using FEA
3. Solve the problems in solid mechanics and heat transfer using FEM
4. Apply commercial FEA packages like ANSYS to solve the engineering problems.
5. Modern CAD/CAE tools for solving real life problems

Student Learning Outcomes (SLO): SLO 1,5,17

1. Having an ability to apply mathematics and science in engineering applications
5. Having design thinking capability
17. Having an ability to use techniques, skills, resources and modern engineering and IT tools
necessary for engineering practice

Module:1 Fundamental concepts 4 hours

Physical problems, Finite Element Analysis as Integral part of Computer Aided Design;. Stresses
and Equilibrium; Boundary Conditions; Strain-Displacement Relations; Stress –strain relations,
Linear and nonlinear material laws; Temperature Effects; Definition of Tensors and indicial
notations; Deformation gradients; Classification of different types of deformations; Degree of
Freedom; Field Problem and their degree of freedom. Solid Mechanics Problems and Fluid
Mechanics Problems. Deformations and stresses in bars, thin beams, thick beams, plane strain-
plane stress hypothesis, thin plate, thick plate, axisymmetric bodies; Approximate nature of most
of these deformation hypotheses; General 3D deformation (linear small deformation), Large
deformation (nonlinear).
Module:2 General Techniques and Tools of 4 hours
Displacement Based Finite Element Analysis
Mathematical models, Approximate solutions, Minimization procedure, Variational procedure,
Interpolation polynomial method, Nodal approximation method and Finite Element Solutions.
Strong or classical form of the problem and weak or Variational form of the problem; Galerkin‘s
and Weighted residual approaches; Shape and interpolation functions for 1D, 2D & 3D
applications; Use of shape (interpolation) functions to represent general displacement functions
and in establishment of coordinate and geometrical transformations; Hermite, Lagrange and other
interpolation functions.

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Module:3 One Dimensional Problems: Bars & Trusses 4 hours
Introduction; Local and global coordinate systems; Transformation of vectors in two and three
dimensional spaces; Finite Element stiffness matrix and load vector of a basic element in local
coordinate system using energy approach; Assembly of Global Stiffness Matrix and Load vector;
Treatment of boundary conditions; Solution algorithms of linear system matrices; Example
problems in trusses; Formulation of dynamics analysis, global mass matrix; Extraction of modal
frequencies and mode shape.
Module:4 One Dimensional Problems – Beams and 4 hours
Frames
Finite Element Modeling of a basic beam element in local coordinate system using energy
approach; Formulation of element matrices; Assembly of the Global Stiffness Matrix, Mass matrix
and Load vector; Treatment of boundary Conditions; Euler Bernoulli (thin) beam element and
Timoshenko (thick) beam element; Beam element arbitrarily oriented in plane (2D) as Plane
frames and in space as space frame analysis (3D); Solution algorithms of linear systems.;
extraction of modal frequencies and mode shape.
Module:5 Two Dimensional Analysis – Scalar Variable 4 hours
Problems
Formulation of 2D problems using Partial Differential Equations; Solution algorithm using
Energy principle; Constant Strain Triangles (CST); Bilinear Quadrilateral Q4; Formulating the
element matrices; Modelling boundary conditions; Solving the field problems such as heat
transfer in automotive cooling fin, engine cover; Torsion of a non-circular shaft etc.
Module:6 Vector Variable problems - Plane stress, 4 hours
Plane Strain and Axi-symmetric Analysis
Equilibrium equation formulation – Energy principle and formulating the element matrices -
Plane stress, plane strain and axi-symmetric elements; Orthotropic materials; Isoparametric
Elements; Natural co-ordinate system; Higher Order Elements; Four-node Quadrilateral for
Axisymmetric Problems; Hexahedral and tetrahedral solid elements; Linear, Quadratic and
cubic elements in 1D, 2D and 3D; Numerical integration of functions; Gauss and other
integration schemes. C0 and C1 continuity elements
Module:7 Analysis of Production Processes 4 hours
FE Analysis of metal casting – Special considerations, latent heat incorporation, gap element –
time stepping procedures – Crank – Nicholson algorithm – Prediction of grain structure - Basic
concepts of plasticity – Solid and flow formulation – small incremental deformation formulation –
FE Analysis of metal cutting, chip separation criteria, incorporation of strain rate dependency.
Module:8 Contemporary issues: 2 hours
Total Lecture hours: 30 hours

S. no List of Challenging Exercises (Indicative)

1 Stress analysis of a bar without considering self-weight 4 hours
2 Effect of self-weight on stress of a vertical hanging bar 4 hours
3 Stress analysis of the tapered rod 4 hours
4 Two dimensional truss problem 4 hours
5 Bending moment and shear force diagram of various beams 4 hours
6 Plane stress and plane strain analysis 3 hours
7 Modal, harmonic and transient analysis on bar, beam and plates 4 hours
8 Axi-symmetric analysis 3 hours

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 Total laboratory hours 30 hours
Text Book(s)
1. Seshu. P, Finite Element Analysis, Prentice Hall of India,2013
Reference Books
1. Robert D. Cook, David S. Malkus, Michael E. Plesha, Robert J. Witt,Concepts and
Applications of Finite Element Analysis, John Wiley & Sons, Incl.2002. 2 3
2 J.N Reddy, An introduction to the Finite Element Method, 2017, Mcgraw Hill
3 S.S.Rao, Finite element method in Engineering, 2011, Butterworth Heinemann
4 Tirupathi R. Chandrapatla, Ashok D. Belegundu, Introduction to Finite Element in
Engineering Pearson 4th Edition, 2011
Mode of Evaluation: CAT / Assignment / Quiz / FAT / Project / Seminar
List of Challenging Experiments (Indicative)
Recommended by Board of Studies 03.03.2016
Approved by Academic Council No. 43 Date 18.03.16

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