Curriculum for

Aerospace
Engineering

Bachelor of Engineering Program

2020

Pakistan Engineering Council

&
Higher Education Commission
Islamabad
 CURRICULUM

OF

AEROSPACE ENGINEERING

Bachelor of Engineering Program

2020

Pakistan Engineering Council

&
Higher Education Commission
Islamabad
Curriculum of Aerospace Engineering

Contents

PREFACE ............................................................................................................. iii

1. Engineering Curriculum Review & Development Committee (ECRDC)...... 1
2. ECRDC Agenda ............................................................................................. 2
3. OBE Based Curriculum Development Framework ........................................ 3
4. PDCA Approach to Curriculum Design and Development ........................... 4
5. ECRDC for Mechanical & Allied Engineering Disciplines ........................... 5
5.1 Sub Group Aerospace Engineering ....................................................... 8
6. Agenda of ECRDC for Mechanical and Allied Engineering Disciplines .... 10
7. Program Educational Objectives (PEOs) and Learning Outcomes (PLOs) . 12
7.1 Program Educational Objectives (PEOs) ............................................ 12
7.2 Program Learning Outcomes (PLOs) .................................................. 12
8. Program Salient Features ............................................................................. 14
9. Framework for Bachelor of Aerospace Engineering .................................... 20
10. Scheme of Studies for Bachelor of Aerospace Engineering ........................ 23
11. Program Specific Labs ................................................................................. 27
12. Course Details and Teaching-Assessment Approaches ............................... 27
12.1 Engineering Domain ........................................................................... 28
12.2 Non-Engineering Domain ................................................................... 66

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PREFACE
The curriculum, with varying definitions, is said to be a roadmap or plan of
teaching-learning process that students of an academic program are required to
undergo. It includes objectives and learning outcomes, course contents, scheme of
studies, teaching approaches, and assessment methodologies. Since knowledge in
all fields and sectors is expanding at a faster pace and new disciplines are also
emerging; it is imperative that curricula should be dynamic having regular review
and updation.
The University Grants Commission (UGC) was designated as the competent
authority to develop, review, and revise curricula beyond Class-XII vide Section
3, Sub-Section 2 (ii), Act of Parliament No. X of 1976 titled “Supervision of
Curricula and Textbooks and Maintenance of Standard of Education”. With the
repeal of UGC Act, the same function was assigned to the Higher Education
Commission (HEC) under its Ordinance of 2002, Section 10, Sub-Section 1 (v). In
compliance with the above provisions, the HEC had been undertaking the
development of curricula for new/ emerging fields and revision of curricula after
regular intervals through respective National Curriculum Revision Committees
(NCRCs) until 2018.
As a policy change and expanding higher education base under HEC, the
curriculum review and development task has been shifted to the respective
regulators and HEIs. PEC also having mandate under its Act of Parliament and
especially after attaining Washington Accord full signatory status and IPEA
licensing authority, took up the challenge to review and develop the curricula for
engineering programs based on Outcome-Based Education (OBE) System. PEC
has therefore constituted an Engineering Curriculum Review and Development
Committee (ECRDC) and also subject ECRDCs comprising of eminent engineers
and professionals from academia and industry to take up the task of curricula
review and updation. Nevertheless, the basic templates developed by HEC NCRCs
have been followed as guidelines.
Under OBE based curriculum review and development framework, PEC held
national and regional level stakeholders and industrial consultation workshops
engaging HEIs, industry, technical and consulting organizations. The experts’
feedback and suggestions were translated into the curriculum review process taking
into consideration the dynamics of technological advancement, industrial needs
and management-cum-soft skills for engineering graduates.

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This curriculum document would serve as a guideline whereas allowing HEIs to

tame/ change within the framework by introducing courses in support of local/
required industrial demand as well as satisfying 12 GAs (Graduate Attributes)
covering core and elective courses, considered as hallmark of OBE system in the
international environment. At the same time, this curriculum framework would
fulfill our national, social and economic needs leading towards attainment of
Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs-2030). It would also provide the level of
competency specified in Pakistan Qualification Framework to make it compatible
with international educational standards.

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1. Engineering Curriculum Review & Development Committee

(ECRDC)
PEC in its efforts towards quality engineering education, took up the challenge of
curriculum review and development for engineering programs after due consent of
HEC. A high level Engineering Curriculum Review and Development Committee
(ECRDC), led by Prof Engr Dr Fazal Ahmad Khalid, Chairman Punjab HEC/ Vice
Chairman PEC, was constituted whereas other eminent members are from industry
and academia to take up the task of curricula review and updation, besides
developing curriculum for new/ emerging fields. The main responsibility of
ECRDC is to oversee the entire curriculum review and development process while
setting policies and guidelines for the subject ECRDCs working in their respective
domains. The 1st meeting of main ECRDC was held on 29th June, 2018 at PEC
HQ, Islamabad, wherein the Convener briefed the scope, objective and ToRs of the
Committee and also formulated the subject ECRDCs comprising of eminent
engineers and professionals from academia and industry.

1. Engr Prof Dr Fazal Ahmed Khalid Convener

Convener, Metallurgy, Materials, Mining Engg & Allied
Disciplines

2. Engr Prof Dr Iftikhar Hussain Member

Convener Mechanical Engg & Allied Disciplines

3. Engr Prof Dr M. Younus Javed Member

Convener Electrical Engg & Allied Disciplines

4. Engr Malik Saleem Ullah Saeed Member

Convener Chemical Engg & Allied Disciplines

5. Engr Dr Wasim Khaliq Member

Convener, Civil Engg & Allied Discipline

6. Engr Dr Muhammad Ashraf Member

Convener, Agricultural Engg & Allied Disciplines

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7. Engr Prof Dr Jameel Ahmed Member

Convener, Common to All (Non-Engg Component)

8. Engr Muhammad Raza Chohan Member

Director General, HEC

9. Engr Dr Nasir Mahmood Khan Member

Additional Registrar (Accreditation), PEC

10. Engr Dr Ashfaq Ahmed Sheikh, Additional Registrar, CPD Secretary

2. ECRDC Agenda
 The ECRDC is responsible to oversee the overall working of curriculum
review and development for all engineering programs in terms of strategy,
guidance and progress and thereby submission to the relevant forum for
adoption/ notification.
 Each Member of ECRDC will also work in the capacity of Convener for
respective disciplines as mentioned against their names and as per their
ToRs.

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3. OBE Based Curriculum Development Framework

Outcome Based Education (OBE) is an approach of teaching and learning that
focuses on what students should be able to attain at the end of the educational
program. OBE is a student-centered system which concerns what the students will
know and be able to do as learning outcomes. The curriculum development under
OBE is therefore an integration of graduates attributes and stakeholders’ feedback
in cognizance with the institution's Vision and Mission.

Outcome-Based Education (OBE) - Curriculum

Development Framework

Vision & Mission

of HEI

Program
Educational
Objectives (PEOs)
Benchmarking
Stakeholders Government

Facilities & Industry/

Infrastructure Employer
Student
HEIs

centered
Faculty & approach Society/
Support Staff Parents

Institutional & Alumni

Financial Support
Curriculum
Design
(course contents,
duration, PLOs,
delivery &
assessment
mechanism, CQI
process)

National Needs SDGs-2030

IT Tools, Artificial (social, political, (based on pillars of
Sustainable Development Soft & Life Skills,
Intelligence, Emerging technological,
Technologies, developmental & (Environment, Social & Entrepreneurship
economic) Economic)

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4. PDCA Approach to Curriculum Design and Development

The process of curriculum design and development constitutes various
interconnected elements with the objective of achieving the intended purpose of
the program. The Plan-Do-Check-Act approach (PDCA) as explained below has
been followed in the curriculum development and review process.

Plan. This stage begins with an analysis of the stakeholders' needs of faculty,
current and past students, employers and society in general. The stakeholders'
needs are translated into human resource terminology i.e. graduate competencies
which in turn translated into educational taxonomy and learning outcomes. Based
on the learning outcomes, curriculum is designed backward to meet PLOs.

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Do. The plan stage is implemented where curriculum is delivered and learning
outcomes are assessed to gauge the achievement of PLOs.
Check. This stage involves the analysis of assessment results and feedback from
students and faculty. Areas for improvement are identified.
Act. When the learning outcomes are achieved, the curriculum, learning and
teaching strategies and assessment methods are standardized. Best practices are
shared and improvement is made for the next cycle of PDCA.

5. ECRDC for Mechanical & Allied Engineering Disciplines

The PEC Engineering Curriculum Review and Development Committee (ECRDC)
of Mechanical and Allied Engineering Disciplines took up the task to review and
update the curriculum for the BE Aerospace Engineering degree program. The
subject Committee held meetings on 28-8-2019 and 22-1-2020 at PEC
Headquarters Islamabad besides Sub-Group Aerospace Engg meeting on 7-10-
2019. The Committee consisted of following members:

1. Engr Prof Dr Iftikhar Hussain Convener

Vice Chancellor
University of Engineering & Technology
Peshawar
2. Engr Prof Dr Muhammad Tufail Member
Pro Vice Chancellor
NED UET, Karachi
3. Engr Prof Dr Syed Mushtaq Shah Member
Dean Faculty of Engg.
Baluchistan University of Engineering & Technology
Khuzdar, Balochistan
4. Engr. Prof Dr Shahab Khushnood Member
Professor (Rtd)
Faculty of Mechanical & Aeronautical Engineering
UET, Taxila

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5. Engr Prof Dr Javaid Iqbal Member

Dean College of EME
Peshawar Road
Rawalpindi
6. Engr Meer Abdul Qayyum Babar Member
Chief Engineer (Rtd)
WAPDA , Jhelum
7. Engr Prof Dr Mohammad Pervez Mughal Member
Chairman
Department of Industrial & Manufacturing Engineering
University of Engineering & Technology
Lahore
8. Engr Muhammad Shaukat Member
Deputy Manager
Mari Petroleum
Islamabad
9. Engr Prof Dr Rizwan Mehmood Gul Member
Professor, Faculty of Mechanical Engineering
University of Engineering & Technology
Peshawar
10. Engr Dr Alam Zeb Member
General Manager
Project Management Organization (PMO)
Rawalpindi
11. Engr Dr Abdul Rahim Abbasi Member
Principal Engineer
Karachi Nuclear Power Plant (KANUPP)
Karachi
12. Engr Dr Manzar Member
Air Commodore
Pakistan Aeronautical Complex
Kamra, Distt. Attock

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13. Engr Prof Dr Iqbal Hussain Member

Professor
University of Engineering & Technology,
Lahore
14. Engr. Dr Hamid Zaigham Member
Professor
Faculty of Materials Science and Engineering
Ghulam Ishaq Khan Institute of
Engineering Sciences and Technology
Swabi

15. Engr. Dr. Khalid Rahman Member

Associate Professor
Faculty of Mechanical Engineering
Ghulam Ishaq Khan Institute of
Engineering Sciences and Technology
Swabi
16. Engr Prof Dr M. A. Irfan Mufti Member
Dean Faculty of Mechanical, Chemical,
Industrial, Mechatronics & Energy Engineering
University of Engineering & Technology
Peshawars
17. Engr Prof Dr Salim ur Rehman Member
Vice Chancellor
Sarhad University of Science & Information
Technology, Peshawar
18. Engr Dr Ajaz Bashir Janjua Member
Dy. General Manager
Heavy Mechanical Complex (HMC)
Taxila, Distt. Rawalpindi
19. Engr Prof Dr Muhammad Naeem Member
Professor
Institute of Space Technology
Islamabad

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20. Mr. Hidayatullah Kasi Rep HEC

Deputy Director
Higher Education Commission, Islamabad

21. Engr Dr Ashfaq Ahmed Sheikh Secretary

Additional Registrar-CPD
Pakistan Engineering Council, Islamabad
22. Engr Muhammad Kashif Ali AR-CPD
Assistant Registrar-CPD
Pakistan Engineering Council, Islamabad

5.1 Sub Group Aerospace Engineering

1. Engr Prof Dr Salim ur Rehman Lead Sub-Group
Vice Chancellor
Sarhad University of Science & Information
Technology, Peshawar
2. Engr Prof Dr Muhammad Naeem Member
Professor
Institute of Space Technology
Islamabad
3. Engr Meer Abdul Qayyum Babar Member
Chief Engineer (Rtd)
WAPDA , Jhelum
4. Engr Dr Manzar Member
Air Commodore
Pakistan Aeronautical Complex
Kamra, Distt. Attock
5. Engr Prof Dr Babar Saeed Expert
Professor
Air University, Islamabad

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6. Engr Prof Dr Abdul Munem Khan Expert

Professor
Institute of Space Technology
Islamabad
7. Engr Prof Dr Iqbal Rasool Expert
Professor
Institute of Space Technology
Islamabad
8. Engr Prof Dr Ibrahim Haneef Expert
Professor
Department of Mech and Aerospace Engineering
Air University, Islamabad
9. Engr Prof Dr Messam Abbas Naqvi Expert
AVRID
Pakistan Aeronautical Complex,
Kamra
10. Mr. Hidayatullah Kasi Rep HEC
Deputy Director
Higher Education Commission
Islamabad
11. Engr Dr Ashfaq Ahmad Sheikh Secretary
Additional Registrar-CPD
Pakistan Engineering Council, Islamabad
12. Engr Muhammad Kashif Ali AR-CPD
Assistant Registrar-CPD
Pakistan Engineering Council, Islamabad

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6. Agenda of ECRDC for Mechanical and Allied Engineering

Disciplines
 The Subject ECRDC will work under the overall directions and
supervision of main ECRDC comprising all Conveners.
 The key driving lines for the development of engineering curriculum for
each discipline will be the overall policy of Pakistan Engineering Council
in connection with international commitments (Washington Accord,
IPEA etc.) and Government policies / HEC.
 Review of polices and stakeholders’ feedback for the sector(s) relevant to
the respective discipline.
 Comparative study of the curricula being offered at various engineering
universities/institutions following the OBE-based system.
 Development and finalization of complete scheme and curriculum for
respective discipline including all aspects.
Engr Prof Dr. Iftikhar Hussain, the Convener highlighted the important
benchmarks and international best practices to be considered for the revision of the
curriculum while taking into account the Outcome Based Education (OBE) system.
He also suggested that the Committee comprising professors and experts from
academia, industry and R&D institutions has provided useful inputs and
suggestions covering new developments to be incorporated in the curriculum. He
also highlighted the importance of the field of Aerospace Engineering for a
leadership role in the defence related industry, space technology program, and the
commercial airlines while addressing socio-economic issues and challenges
envisaged in SDGs-2030 as under and well-mapped within curriculum;

 Goal-1: No Poverty
 Goal-2: Zero Hunger
 Goal-3: Good Health and Well-being
 Goal-4: Quality Education
 Goal-5: Gender Equality
 Goal-8: Decent Work and Economic Growth
 Goal-9: Industrial Innovation and Infrastructure
 Goal-12: Responsible Consumption and Production

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The curriculum therefore has been designed based on above SDGs translating into
program objectives and mapped with the scheme of study.

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7. Program Educational Objectives (PEOs) and Learning

Outcomes (PLOs)
As guidance, the sample Program Educational Objectives (PEOs) and Program
Learning Outcomes (PLOs) are given below for a typical Aerospace Engineering
Program. The HEIs should have their own program objectives, PLOs and CLOs in
line with the institution’s Vision and Mission, in cognizance with industrial needs
as well as national and international trends.

7.1 Program Educational Objectives (PEOs)

The program aims at imparting quality education to Aerospace Engineering
graduates for contributing to the society through modern technologies and practices
in line with SDGs especially Goal-1, Goal-2, Goal-3, Goal-4, Goal-5, Goal-8,
Goal-9 and Goal-12.
The Aerospace Engineering graduates should:
i. Demonstrate the capacity to assume social, environmental and ethical
responsibility in the national and global perspective.
ii. Be effective team members and influential leaders in research, design,
innovation, implementation and operation of Aerospace related systems.
iii. Communicate effectively and possess an enduring desire for enhancing
their knowledge and skills.
iv. Be responsive and adaptive to an increasingly diverse and challenging
global environment.

7.2 Program Learning Outcomes (PLOs)

Program outcomes are the narrower statements that describe what students are
expected to know and be able to do by the time of graduation. These relate to the
knowledge, skills and attitude that the students acquire while progressing through
the program. Specifically, it is to be demonstrated that the students have acquired
the following graduate attributes (GAs):
PLO1 Engineering Knowledge: An ability to apply knowledge of mathematics,
science, engineering fundamentals and an engineering specialization to the solution
of complex engineering problems.

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PLO2 Problem Analysis: An ability to identify, formulate, research literature, and

analyze complex engineering problems reaching substantiated conclusions using
first principles of mathematics, natural sciences and engineering sciences.
PLO3 Design/Development of Solutions: An ability to design solutions for
complex engineering problems and design systems, components or processes that
meet specified needs with appropriate consideration for public health and safety,
cultural, societal, and environmental considerations.
PLO4 Investigation: An ability to investigate complex engineering problems in a
methodical way including literature survey, design and conduct of experiments,
analysis and interpretation of experimental data, and synthesis of information to
derive valid conclusions.
PLO5 Modern Tool Usage: An ability to create, select and apply appropriate
techniques, resources, and modern engineering and IT tools, including prediction
and modeling, to complex engineering activities, with an understanding of the
limitations.
PLO6 The Engineer and Society: An ability to apply reasoning informed by
contextual knowledge to assess societal, health, safety, legal and cultural issues and
the consequent responsibilities relevant to professional engineering practice and
solution to complex engineering problems.
PLO7 Environment and Sustainability: An ability to understand the impact of
professional engineering solutions in societal and environmental contexts and
demonstrate knowledge of, and need for, sustainable development.
PLO8 Ethics: Apply ethical principles and commit to professional ethics and
responsibilities and norms of engineering practice.
PLO9 Individual and Team Work: An ability to work effectively, as an
individual or in a team, on multifaceted and/or multidisciplinary settings.
PLO10 Communication: An ability to communicate effectively, orally as well as
in writing, on complex engineering activities with the engineering community and
with society at large, such as being able to comprehend and write effective reports
and design documentation, make effective presentations, and give and receive clear
instructions.

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PLO11 Project Management: An ability to demonstrate management skills and

apply engineering principles to one’s own work, as a member and/or leader in a
team, to manage projects in a multidisciplinary environment.
PLO12 Lifelong Learning: An ability to recognize the importance of, and pursue
lifelong learning in the broader context of innovation and technological
developments.

8. Program Salient Features

The undergraduate engineering program has been based on the following salient
features:
 Duration: 4 years
 Number of Semesters: 8
 Total number of credit hours: 130 - 136

o Engineering Domain: minimum 85 Credit Hours

o Non-Engineering Domain: minimum 30 Credit Hours
(HEIs have flexibility of 15 - 21 Credit Hours to add courses either in
Engineering, Non-Engineering or both Domains to fulfill the program
mission and objectives in line with the overall Vision of the Institute
concerned.)
 Additional Course or Credit Hours Requirements: Any addition of
course or credit hour requirements as per direction or policy of the
Government (Provincial or Federal), HEIs have leverage to cater such
needs over and above the prescribed requirements in this document.
 Number of weeks per semester: 15 - 18
 Number of credit hours per semester: 15 - 18
 Curriculum: The engineering curriculum is the most important
instrument for grooming the students based on 12 Graduate Attributes
(GAs) encompassed under the Program Learning Outcomes (PLOs). In
order to inculcate different dimensions of thinking – mathematical,
computational, design and creative – among students in Cognitive,

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Psychomotor and Affective domains, the curriculum is based on the

following knowledge profiles:
WK1 - Natural Sciences: A systematic theory-based understanding of
natural sciences applicable to the discipline.
WK2 - Mathematics and Computing: The concept-based
mathematical thinking, numerical analysis, statistics and formal
aspects of computer and information science to support analysis
and modeling applicable to the discipline.
WK3 - Engineering Fundamentals: A systematic, theory-based
formulation of engineering fundamentals required in an
engineering discipline.
WK4 - Engineering Specialization: The knowledge of engineering
specialization that provides theoretical frameworks and bodies of
knowledge for the accepted practice areas that are at the forefront
in a discipline.
WK5 - Engineering Design: The design thinking knowledge that
supports engineering design in a practice area of an engineering
discipline.
WK6 - Engineering Practice: The knowledge of engineering practices
(technology) in different practice areas of an engineering
discipline.
WK7 - Engineering in Society: A systematic, comprehension-based
knowledge of the role of engineers in a society and the
professional issues related to practicing engineering profession
in a discipline: ethics and the professional responsibility of an
engineer to public safety including the impact of an engineering
activity i.e. economic, social, cultural, environmental and
sustainability.
WK8 - Research Literature: Engagement with selected knowledge in
the research literature of the discipline.

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The curriculum matrix covering above knowledge profiles should

therefore be composed of non-engineering domain (humanities, math,
management and natural sciences), and engineering domain with
computer science, foundation, breadth, depth and multidisciplinary
courses (including safety) so that different streams could be encouraged
within each discipline, enabling students to undertake a range of Complex
Problem Solving and Complex Engineering Activities. The students
may select electives from any of the streams with guidelines from their
respective advisors.

Knowledge
Profile
Knowledge Area Sub-Area Courses Credit Hours
(WK-1 to
WK-8)*

Non-Engineering Domain

WK-2 Math As per program requirements 12 - 15

Physics Applied Physics

Natural Science Chemistry Applied Chemistry

WK-1 6-9
Natural
Science/
As per program requirements
Math
Elective

Written, communication and

English 4-7
presentation skills

Islamic Studies and Ethics 2

Humanities Culture
Pakistan Studies and Global
2
WK-7 Perspective

Social
Social and soft skills 2-6
Science

Management Professional Professional and Project

2-6
Sciences Practice Management

Total (Non-Engineering Domain) min 30

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Engineering Domain

WK-2/ ICT/AI/ Data

WK-4/ Computer Science/
6-9
WK-5/ Science Cyber
WK-6 Security

WK-2/ Foundation Engg Specific to program

22 - 24
WK-3 Courses objectives and outcomes

WK-1/
Core Breadth of Specific to program
WK-2/ 23 - 24
Engg discipline objectives and outcomes
WK-4

WK-5/ Core Depth of Specific to program

22 - 24
WK-6 Engg Discipline objectives and outcomes

Specific to program
WK-1/ objectives and outcomes
Multi-
WK-2/
disciplinary 6 - 12
WK-3/ Occupational Health and
Engg Courses
WK-4 Safety (mandatory – 01 Cr
Hr)

Final Year
WK-6/ Integration of innovative, creative, technical,
Design Project
WK-7/ management and presentation skills of a 6
(FYDP/
WK-8 graduate towards final year.
Capstone

WK-6/ Industrial
at least 6 - 8 weeks mandatory internship Qualifying
WK-7 Training

Innovative and Critical Thinking (under relevant courses):

WK-2/
- Complex Problem Solving
WK-4/
- Complex Engineering Activities
WK-5/
- Semester Project
WK-6/
- Case Studies
WK-7/
- Open Ended Labs
WK-8
- Problem Based Learning (PBL)

Total (Engineering domain) min 85

Total (Credit Hours) 130 - 136

* As a specific or more than one knowledge profile to be covered.

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 Industrial Training: Internship of at least 6 - 8 weeks is mandatory part

of degree requirements towards 3rd to 4th year of program; must be
supervised, monitored, evaluated, and reflected in the transcripts under
a prescribed mechanism and with defined and mapped rubrics with
program objectives;
o Selection of internship in line with elective subjects/specific
streams
o Qualifying percentage based on the following weightages: 70%
 At least 75% attendance is mandatory 10%
 Assessment report from the employer 50%
 Evaluation at relevant HEIs/ Deptt – presentation 40%

 Final Year Design Project (FYDP)/ Capstone: FYDP aims to

challenge innovative, creative, technical, management and presentation
skills of a graduate to bring together the learning over the degree
program.

o A final year design project (FYDP) is the confluence of an

engineering program. Undertaking a final year design project is a
compulsory requirement. It should mainly comprise literature
search, individual analysis, modeling and simulation, AI (Artificial
Intelligence) and computational data analytics, design and putting
together various hardware, software, firmware and Algorithm
Engineering / Informatics related to the program to demonstrate a
functional concept including rapid prototyping, where applicable.
o The FYDP shall include complex engineering problems and design
systems, components or processes integrating core areas and
meeting specific needs with appropriate consideration for public
health and safety, cultural, societal, and environmental
considerations.
o A project of this nature should invariably lead to an integration of
the knowledge and practical skills as mandated in the program
outcomes. In this context, projects of multidisciplinary nature
should be encouraged.
o The FYDP should span over two consecutive semesters, i.e.
semester 7 & 8, totaling 6-credit hours and should be fully

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supervised, assessed and reflected in the transcripts under a

prescribed mechanism so as to prepare for joining industry after
graduation.

 Faculty: The faculty must be trained for the Outcome-Based Education

(OBE) system. Their familiarity with the program objectives and
outcomes, understanding of the Outcome-Based Assessment (OBA)
cycle, enthusiasm for developing an effective program, and the ability
to become an active player in this regard are the keys to ensure the
attainment of program objectives. The faculty is expected to have the
ability to ensure proper implementation of the program, and to develop
processes for evaluation, assessment and CQI. A formal training
program to groom the faculty to become effective instructors in
applying pedagogical skills in all aspects of Teaching, Learning and
Assessment covering all domains of Knowledge, Skills and Attitude,
should be instituted.
 Personal Grooming: Personal Grooming of young faculty members
and students is very important in order to develop and support their
professional skills. Therefore, it is required that HEIs should
conduct/arrange sessions or counseling hours on regular basis to provide
guidance for personal grooming. Personal Grooming is important for
positive self-image and increasing the confidence level of the
individuals. It would help in enhancing students’ self-esteem and would
go a long way in developing an attractive personality by adopting habits
like personal hygiene, clothing, appearance, interaction and expressive
skills, etc. The students should be motivated and equipped to be
entrepreneurs in their relevant field.
 Presentation and Communication Skills: Special focus should be
given to inculcate communication and presentation skills amongst the
graduates through individual and group presentations, technical writing
and discussions, throughout the program as a regular feature.
This curriculum has been designed to guide and facilitate the universities and
departments to formulate their own programs according to the industrial needs,
emerging trends and recent developments in the field of Aerospace Engineering.
The HEIs have flexibility to incorporate changes in the proposed curriculum within
a given range of credit hours for engineering and non-engineering domains.

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9. Framework for Bachelor of Aerospace Engineering

Knowledge Theory Lab Total

Profile Knowledge
Sub Area Title of Course
(WK-1 to Area
WK-8) Credit Hours

Non-Engineering Domain

English-I (Functional
2 0 2
English)

English-II
2 0 2
English (Communication Skills)

English-III (Technical
Writing and Presentation 2 1 3
Skills)
Islamic Studies and
WK-7 Humanities 2 0 2
Ethics
Culture
Pakistan Studies and
2 0 2
Global Perspective

Elective-I (Sociology for

Engineers/ Professional 2 0 2
Social Ethics)
Sciences
Elective-II (Engg.
2 0 2
Economics)
Elective-I
(Entrepreneurship & 2 0 2
Marketing)
Management Professional
Sciences Practice Elective-II (Engineering
Management/ Project 3 0 3
Management)

Calculus and Analytical

WK-2 3 0 3
Geometry

Linear Algebra 3 0 3
Math Multivariate Calculus &
Natural 3 0 3
Transforms
Sciences
WK-1 Differential Equations 3 0 3
Probability & Statistics 2 0 2

Physics Applied Physics 3 1 4

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Chemistry Engineering Chemistry 2 1 3

Total (Non-Engineering Domain) 38 3 41

Engineering Domain

Information and
ICT/AI/ Communication 2 1 3
WK-2/ Computer
Data Technologies (ICT)
WK-4/ and
Science/
WK-5/ Information
Cyber Artificial Intelligence 2 1 3
WK-6 Sciences
Security
Numerical Methods 2 1 3

Engineering Mechanics –
3 0 3
I (Statics)

Engineering Mechanics –
3 0 3
II (Dynamics)

Materials Science and

3 0 3
Engineering

Engineering
3 0 3
Thermodynamics
WK-2/ Engineering
-- Incompressible
WK-3 Foundation 3 1 4
Aerodynamics

Mechanics of Materials 3 1 4

Introduction to
2 0 2
Aerospace Engineering

Engineering Drawing 0 1 1
Computer Aided
0 1 1
Drafting
Workshop Technology 1 1 2
Compressible
3 0 3
Aerodynamics

Heat and Mass Transfer 3 1 4

WK-1/ Major Based Aerospace Vehicle

3 0 3
WK-2/ Core -- Performance
WK-4 (Breadth)
Stability and Control 3 0 3

Aerospace Structures-I 3 0 3
Aerospace
2 1 3
Instrumentation

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Aerospace Vehicle
2 2 4
Design
Structural Dynamics &
3 0 3
Aero-elasticity
Propulsion & Power
3 1 4
Major Based Plants
WK-5/
Core -- Control Systems 2 1 3
WK-6
(Depth)
Elective-I 2 1 3
Elective –II 3 0 3
Elective-III 3 0 3
Elective-IV 3 0 3
MDEE-I 3 1 4
WK-1/ Multi-
WK-2/ Disciplinary MDEE-II 3 0 3
--
WK-3/ Engineering
WK-4 Courses Occupational Health and
1 0 1
Safety*

Final Year
Industrial/ FYDP (Part-I) 0 3 3
WK-6/ Design
Innovative/
WK-7/ Project
Creative
WK-8 (FYDP)/ FYDP (Part-II) 0 3 3
Project
Capstone

WK-6/ Industrial
At least 6 – 8 weeks Mandatory Internship 0 0 0
WK-7 Training

Innovative and Critical Thinking (under relevant courses):

WK-2/
- Complex Problem Solving
WK-4/
- Complex Engineering Activities
WK-5/
- Semester Project
WK-6/
- Case Studies
WK-7/
- Open Ended Labs
WK-8
- Problem-based learning (PBL)

Total (Engineering Domain) 72 22 94

Total (Credit Hours) 110 25 135

* to be taught during 1st year of program.

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10. Scheme of Studies for Bachelor of Aerospace Engineering

Tot
Course Title Th Lab Total Course Title Th Lab
al
First Year
First Semester Second Semester
Functional English 2 0 2 Communication Skills 2 0 2
Calculus and
Engineering Mechanics-I
Analytical 3 0 3 3 0 3
(Statics)
Geometry
Applied Physics 3 1 4 Linear Algebra 3 0 3
Pakistan Studies
and Global 2 0 2 Engineering Chemistry 2 1 3
Perspective
Workshop
1 1 2 Engineering Drawing 0 1 1
Technology

Information and
Communication 2 1 3 MDEE-I 3 1 4
Technologies (ICT)

Introduction to Islamic Studies and

2 0 2 2 0 2
Aerospace Engg Ethics

Total 15 3 18 Total 15 3 18
Second Year
Third Semester Fourth Semester

Incompressible Engineering Mechanics-

3 1 4 3 0 3
Aerodynamics II (Dynamics)
Artificial
2 1 3 Differential Equations 3 0 3
Intelligence
Multivariate
Compressible
Calculus and 3 0 3 3 0 3
Aerodynamics
Transforms
Material Science
3 0 3 Mechanics of Materials 3 1 4
and Engineering

Engineering Aerospace
3 0 3 2 1 3
Thermodynamics Instrumentation

Probability and Computer Aided

2 0 2 0 1 1
Statistics Drafting

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Occupational Health and

1 0 1
Safety

Total 16 2 18 Total 15 3 18
Third Year
Fifth Semester Sixth Semester

Tech writing and Structural Dynamics &

2 1 3 3 0 3
presentation skills Aero-elasticity

Aerospace
3 0 3 Stability & Control 3 0 3
Structures-I
Propulsion & Power
Control System 2 1 3 3 1 4
Plants
Heat and Mass
3 1 4 Social Science-II 2 0 2
Transfer

Aero Vehicle
3 0 3 Management Science-I 2 0 2
Performance

Social Sciences I 2 0 2 Numerical Methods 2 1 3

Total 15 3 18 Total 15 2 17
Final Year
Seventh Semester Eighth Semester

Final Year Design Final Year Design

0 3 3 0 3 3
Project-I Project-II

Aerospace Vehicle
2 2 4 IDEE-II 3 0 3
Design

Elective-I 2 1 3 Elective-III 3 0 3

Management
3 0 3 Elective-IV 3 0 3
Science-II

Elective-II 3 0 3
Total 10 6 16 Total 9 3 12
Total Credit Hours 135

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Proposed List of Elective Courses – BE Aerospace Engg

 Computational Fluid Dynamics  Digital Control System
 Turbulent Fluid Flow  Systems Engineering and
 Rotorcraft Dynamics Analysis
 Applied/ Industrial  Space Astronomy
Aerodynamics  Space Propulsion
 Finite Element Methods  Heating, Ventilation and Air
 Aero Vehicle Loading and Conditioning
Structural Analysis  Turbo Machinery
 Advanced Mechanics of  Digital logic design and PLC’s
Materials  Fuzzy Logic and Control
 Engineering Mechanics of  Engineering Circuit Analysis –
Composite Structures DC Circuits
 Mechanical Behavior of  Analogue and Digital Circuits
Materials  Professional Communication
 Structures and Machine Design Skills
 Orbital Mechanics  Electrical Circuits and Machines
 Spacecraft Dynamics and  Electronic Warfare
Control  Wind Tunnel Testing
 Inertial Navigation  Statistical Quality Control
 Guidance and Navigation of  Engineering Economy
Aerospace Vehicles  Production Management and
 Celestial Mechanics Control
 Astrodynamics  Character Building and
 Advance Engineering Chemistry Leadership
 Industrial Control Electronics  Computer Aided Design
 Automation and Robotics  Product Design and
 Mechanics of Machines Development
 Instrumentation and Sensors  Satellite Systems and
 Modern Control Theory Engineering
 Manufacturing Processes and  Aeroelasticity
CNC Machines  Aeroacoustics

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 Joining Technology for Modern  Decelerator Aerodynamics

Materials  Hovercraft Design
 Flexible Manufacturing  Astronautics
 Introduction to Industrial  Spacecraft Design
Engineering  Tribology
 Occupational Safety and Health

Electives for Social Science

 Sociology for Engineers  Organizational Behavior
 Professional Ethics  Critical Thinking
 Economics for Engineers  Philosophy
 Sociology  Human Resource Development
 Social Anthropology  Culture and Society
 Understanding Psychology and  Engineering Law
Human
 Social Psychology

Electives for Management Sciences

 Entrepreneurship  Textile Marketing
 Entrepreneurship and Marketing  Industrial Engineering and
 Engineering Project Management Management
 Principle of Management  Total Quality Management
 Engineering Management  Supply Chain Management
 Quality Management Systems  Production Management

Courses for Computer Sciences

 Information and Communication  Data Science
Technologies (ICT)  Modeling and Simulation
 Artificial Intelligence  Computer Programming and
 Cyber Security Design

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11. Program Specific Labs

The following labs specific to engineering discipline be ensured to cover relevant
knowledge domains but not limited to:

 Aerodynamics Lab
 Propulsion and Heat Transfer Lab
 Structures Lab
 Material Science Lab
 Numerical Analysis Lab
 Fluid Dynamics Lab
 Flight Vehicle Dynamics Lab
 Instrumentation Lab
 Engineering Workshop
 Project & Research Lab

12. Course Details and Teaching-Assessment Approaches

In the following sections, Course Outlines and teaching-assessment approaches are
given for guidance based on a typical semester system. The instructors may adopt
or adapt accordingly defining CLOs, course delivery plan, innovative teaching
approaches and assessment techniques.

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12.1 Engineering Domain

Computer and Information Sciences Courses

Information and Communication Technologies (ICT)

Course Outline:
Introducing Computer Systems: Basic Definitions
 Computer and Communication Technology
 The applications of ICT - particularly for Engineers
Basic Operations and Components of a Generic Computer System
 Basic operations: Input, Processing, Output, Storage Basic components:
Hardware, Software, Data, Users
 Types of storage devices
Processing Data
 Transforming data into information
 How computers represent and process data
 Processing Devices
 CPU architectures
The Internet
 The Internet and the World Wide Web- browsers, HTML
 URLs/ How DNS works
 Email and other programs
Introduction to Embedded Systems
 What is an Embedded System
 Applications
 Components
 Programming Languages
 Popular Development Platforms

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Networking Basics
 Uses of networks
 Common types of networks (LAN, WAN, MAN etc.)
 Introduction to OSI Model
 Future of Networks
Database Management
 Hierarchy of Data
 Maintaining Data
 Database Management Systems
Exposure to ICT Tools and Blogs (Student Assignment)
Protecting your privacy, your computer and your data
 Basic Security Concepts
 Threats to users
 Threats to hardware
 Threats to Data
ICT in Education
Future Trends in ICT
Final Presentations
Tools / Software Requirement
 Microsoft Office, Windows, Virtual Box, Netbeans
Teaching Methodology (Proposed as applicable):
Lectures (audio/video aids), Written Assignments/ Quizzes, Tutorials, Case
Studies relevant to engg disciplines, Semester Project, Guest Speaker, Industrial/
Field Visits, Group discussion, Report Writing
Assessment
Mid semester exam/one hour tests, Report writing/ Presentation, Assignments,
Project Report, Quizzes, Semester final exam.

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Suggested Books:
 “Introduction to Computers”, Peter Norton, 7th Edition, 2013, McGraw-
Hill
 “Computing Essentials”, Timothy O’Leary and Linda O’Leary, 2010,
McGraw-Hill.
 Using Information Technology: A Practical Introduction to Computers &
Communications”, Williams Sawyer, 6th Edition, 2005, McGraw-Hill.
 “Discovering Computers, Complete: Your Interactive Guide to the Digital
World. Cengage Learning” Shelly GB, Vermaat ME, 2012 Ed.
 Brian K. Williams, Stacey C. Sawyer, 2015. Using Information
Technology: A Practical Introduction to Computer & Communications,
(11th ed.). McGraw-Hills.
 Alexis Leon and Mathews Leon., 2019, Fundamentals of Information
Technology. (2nd ed.). VIKAS Publishing.

Computer Programming
Area Scope:
Introduction of computer programming (C++ / Fortran / VB / C#) and its
implementation in aerospace engineering.
Course Outline:
 Give an overview of introduction to digital computers
 Explain the main components and functions of respective language i.e.
C++ / Fortran/
 Explain elements of programming
 Illustrate the concept of flow charts
 Ensure practical training in programming using any language
Teaching Methodology (Proposed as applicable):
Lectures (audio/video aids), Written Assignments/ Quizzes, Tutorials, Case
Studies relevant to engg disciplines, Semester Project, Guest Speaker, Industrial/
Field Visits, Group discussion, Report Writing

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Assessment:
Mid semester exam/one hour tests, Report writing/ Presentation, Assignments,
Project Report, Quizzes, Semester final exam.
Suggested Books:
 The C Programming Language (2nd Ed.) by Kernighan and Ritchie, 1988.
 Code Complete (2nd Ed.) by Steve McConnell, 2004.
 The Art of Computer Programming (TAOCP) by Donald E. Knuth, 1968.
 Lafore, Robert. 2001. Object-Oriented Programming in C++ (4th ed.).
Sams Publishing.
 Paul J. Deitel, Harvey Deitel. 2017. C++ How to Program (10th ed.).
Pearson.

Numerical Methods
Course Outline
Error Analysis and Interpolation
 Error analysis, Types of error, Sources of error, Norms of vectors and
matrices, Computer arithmetic, Condition number of a matrix, Significant
digits and loss of significant digits, Floating point arithmetic, Binary and
decimal representation, Single and double precision.
 Interpolation: Newton forward and backward difference formula for
interpolation, Central difference interpolation formulae, Lagrange’s
interpolation, Error in interpolation, linear least square approximation,
Interpolation versus least square approximation, relevant engineering case
studies.
Numerical Differentiation and Integration
 Derivation of numerical differentiation of first order and second order
derivatives using two points, three points, and five points formulas along
with its application in engineering, Relevant case studies
 Numerical integration: Trapezoidal rule, Simpson’s rules, Composite
Trapezoidal Simpson Rules and Romberg integration, Applications of
numerical in engineering, Relevant case studies

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Methods of Solution for a System of Linear Equations

 Solution of system of linear algebraic equations, Gauss elimination
method
 LU factorization, Tridiagonal solver
 Applications of these methods in engineering disciplines, Relevant case
studies
Iterative Methods for Linear and Nonlinear Equations
 Numerical Solution of nonlinear equations: Bisection method, Newton’s
method, Secant method, Convergence analysis of these methods
 Newton’s method for system of nonlinear equations
 Solution of system of linear equations by Jacobi, Gauss Seidel and SOR
methods, Applications of these methods in engineering disciplines,
Relevant case studies
Numerical Methods for IVPs and BVPs
 Euler’s method and its variations, Taylor’s higher order methods, Error
analysis, Consistency, stability and convergence
 Runge-Kutta methods of order 2, 3, and 4, Stiff ODEs, Consistency,
stability and convergence
 Linear multistep methods, Numerical solution of system of ODEs
 Numerical solution of BVPs by Finite Difference Method
 Applications in engineering: Some relevant case studies
Numerical Methods for Computing Eigenvalues
 Eigenvalues and Eigenvectors of matrix: power method,
 Inverse power method, Shifted inverse power method.
 Applications of eigenvalues in engineering disciplines.
Numerical Optimization
 Unconstrained Optimization,
 Golden search ratio, Lagrange Multipliers,
 Method of steepest descent
 Applications of optimization in engineering disciplines

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Teaching Methodology (Proposed as applicable):

Lectures (audio/video aids), Written Assignments/ Quizzes, Tutorials, Case
Studies relevant to engineering disciplines, Semester Project, Guest Speaker,
Industrial/ Field Visits, Group discussion, Report Writing
Assessment:
Mid semester exam/one hour tests, Report writing/ Presentation, Assignments,
Project Report, Quizzes, Semester final exam.
Suggested Books:
 Numerical methods for scientists and engineers by R.W. Hamming
(Latest Edition)
 Numerical methods for Engineers by Steven C. Chapra and R. P. Canale
(Latest Edition)
 Richard L. Burden, J. Douglas Faires, Annette M. Burden. 2015.
Numerical Analysis. Cengage Learning.
 Kellison, Stephen G., 1975, Fundamentals of numerical analysis.
 Pennington, Ralph H., 1970, Introductory Computer Methods and
Numerical Analysis (2nd ed.). The Macmillan Company.
 Erwin Kreyszig. 2015. Advanced Engineering Mathematics (10th ed.).
John Wiley & Sons.
 Anthony Ralston, Philip Rabinowitz. 2001. A First Course in Numerical
Analysis. Courier Corporation.
 Nielsen, Kaj Leo. 1964. Methods in Numerical Analysis (2nd ed.).
Macmillan. NY

Computer Aided Drawing

Course Outline:
 Introduction to AutoCAD
 Use basic drawing and text commands
 Use basic editing commands (move, copy, erase, etc)
 Use advanced editing commands (mirror, fillet, etc)
 Dimensioning capabilities of Auto CAD
 Create and use layers

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 Print or plot a drawing

 Create and using blocks
 Be familiar with hatching capabilities of Auto CAD
 Curves
 3D modeling
 Multiple Lines
 Geometric Shapes
 Isometric drawings
 Polar Arrays
Teaching Methodology (Proposed as applicable):
Lectures (audio/video aids), Written Assignments/ Quizzes, Tutorials, Case
Studies relevant to engg disciplines, Semester Project, Guest Speaker, Industrial/
Field Visits, Group discussion, Report Writing
Assessment:
Mid semester exam/One hours tests, Report writing/ Presentation, Assignments,
Lab/Project Report, Quizzes, Semester final exam.
Suggested Books:
 Mastering AutoCAD 2017 and AutoCAD LT 2017 by George Omura
with Brian Benton, (latest edition), 2016.
 AutoCAD® 2015 And AutoCAD Lt® 2015 No Experience required by
Donnie Gladfelter.
 Thomas E. French, Charles J. Vierck. 1966. Fundamentals of Engineering
Drawing. McGraw-Hill, NY.
 French T. E., Vierck C. J. 1978. The Fundamentals of Engineering
Drawing and Graphic Technology (4th ed.). McGraw-Hill. New York.
 Bhatt, N. D. 2011. Engineering Drawing, Plane and Solid Geometry (5th
ed.). Charotar Book Stall.
 Frederick E. Giesecke, Alva Mitchell, Henry C. Spencer, Ivan L. Hill,
John T. Dygdon, James E. Novak, Robert Olin Loving. 2003. Engineering
Graphics (8th ed.). Peachpit Press.
 Electronic PCB Design software Tutorials.

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Artificial Intelligence
Course Outline
This course gives a broad overview of the fundamental theories and techniques of
Artificial Intelligence.
 Overview of AI Problems;
 Intelligent Behavior: Turing Test, Rationale versus Non-rationale
Reasoning;
 Problem Characteristics: Fully versus Partially Observable,
 Single versus Multi agent; Intelligent Agents: reactive, deliberative, goal-
driven, utility-driven, and learning agents; Uninformed Search: Depth
First, Breadth First, Depth First with Iterative Deepening;
 Informed Search: Hill climbing, A*- Search and their Time and Space
Complexity, Local Search, Genetic Algorithm; Game Playing: Minimax,
Evaluation functions, Alpha-beta pruning; Propositional and Predicate
Logic; Resolution and Theorem Proving; Forward and Backward
Chaining;
 Machine Learning: Introduction,
 Supervised learning: Instance based learning, Decision tree, artificial
neural networks, Unsupervised Learning: K-means Clustering,
Reinforcement Learning.
Teaching Methodology (Proposed as applicable):
Lectures (audio/video aids), Written assignments/Quizzes, Case Studies relevant
to Engg. Disciplines, Semester project, Guest speaker, Industrial/Field visits,
Group discussion, Report Writing.
Assessment:
Mid-term, Report writing/Presentation, Assignment, Project report, Quizzes, Final
exam.
Suggested Books:
 Stuart J. Russell and Peter Norvig, “Artificial Intelligence: A Modern
Approach”, latest Edition, Prentice Hall, ISBN-13: 978-0136042594.
 Elaine Rich and Kevin Knight, “Artificial Intelligence”, latest Edition,
McGraw-Hill, ISBN-13: 978-0070522633.

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 R. J. Schalkoff, “Artificial Intelligence in Engineering Approach”, latest

edition, McGraw Hill, ISBN-13: 978-0070550841.
 Peter Jackson, “Introduction to Expert Systems”, latest Edition, Addison
Wesley, ISBN-13: 978-0201876864.
 Ivan Bratko, “Prolog Programming for Artificial Intelligence”, latest
Edition, Addison Wesley, ISBN-13: 978-0321417466.

Engineering Foundation Courses

Introduction to Aerospace Engineering

Course Outline:
 Provide an overview of the history of aerospace and fundamental
elements of aerodynamics.
 Provide an overview of historical experimentation in aerospace.
 Ensure an understanding of the basics of airfoils and wings.
 Develop the concept of the performance, stability and control of an
airplane.
 Explain various aircraft propulsion systems.
 Explain the basics aircraft structures and avionics.
 Give an introduction of the aerospace vehicle conceptual design.
 Introduce to space environment, orbital mechanism satellite system
engineering.
Teaching Methodology (Proposed as applicable):
Lectures (audio/video aids), Written assignments/ Quizzes, Tutorials, Case Studies
relevant to Engg. Disciplines, Semester project, Guest speaker, Industrial/ Field
visits, Group discussion, Report Writing.
Assessment:
Mid semester exam/one hour tests, Report writing/Presentation, Assignment,
Project report, Quizzes, semester final exam.
Suggested Books:
 Dave Newman. 2002. Interactive Aerospace Engineering and Design,
MIT, Massachusetts Ave.

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 Theodore A. Talay. 1975. Introduction to the Aerodynamics of Flight

 Jack D. Mattingly. 2006. Elements of Propulsion, Gas Turbines and
Rockets (2nd ed).
 Wilfried Ley, Klaus Wittmann. Willi Hallmann. 2011. Handbook of
Space Technology (Aerospace Series) (3rd ed). John Wiley & Sons.
 John Anderson. 2015. Introduction to Flight (8th ed) McGraw-Hill
 Jack D Mattingly, William H. Heiser, David T. Pratt, Keith M. Boyer,
Brenda A. Haven. 2018. Aircraft engine design (3rd ed).
 Ian Moir and Allan Seabridge. 2006 Military Avionics Systems. Aerospace
Series.

Mechanics of Materials
Course Outline:
 Principles of stress and strain.
 Hook’ Law and its application.
 Statically determinate and indeterminate problems in axial and shear
modes.
 Shear force and bending moment diagrams.
 Flexural and shear force for beams.
 Theory of torsion; thin walled pressure vessel.
Teaching Methodology (Proposed as applicable):
Lectures (audio/video aids), Written assignments/ Quizzes, Tutorials, Case Studies
relevant to Engg. Disciplines, Semester project, Guest speaker, Industrial/ Field
visits, Group discussion, Report Writing.
Assessment:
Mid semester exam/one hour tests, Report writing/Presentation, Assignment,
Project report, Quizzes, semester final exam.
Suggested Books:
 Hibbeler, Russell C. 2016. Mechanics of Materials (10th ed). Pearson.
 Ferdinand P. Beer, Johnston Jr., E. Russell, John T. DeWolf, David
Mazurek. 2019. Mechanics of Materials (8th ed.) McGraw-Hill
Education.

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 Archie Higdon, Mechanics of Materials (4th Edition). John Wiley, NY.

Engineering Thermodynamics
Course Outline:
Introduction and Basic Concepts:
Thermodynamics and Energy, Importance of Dimensions & Units, Systems and
Control Volumes, Properties of a System, Density and Specific Gravity, State and
Equilibrium, Processes and Cycles, Temperature and Zeroth Law of
Thermodynamics, The Pressure, The Manometer, The Barometer and Atmospheric
Pressure.
Energy, Energy Transfer and General Energy Analysis:
Introduction, Forms of Energy, Energy Transfer by Heat, Energy Transfer by
Work, Mechanical Forms of Work, and The First Law Of Thermodynamics,
Energy Conversion Efficiencies, Energy and Environment.
Properties of Pure Substances:
Pure Substance, Phases of a Pure Substance, Phase-Change Processes of Pure
Substance, Property Diagrams for Phase-Change Processes, Property Tables, The
Ideal-Gas Equation of State, Compressibility Factor—A measure of Deviation
from Ideal-Gas Behavior, Other Equations of state.
Energy Analysis of Closed Systems:
Moving Boundary Work, Energy Balance for Closed System, Specific Heats,
Internal Energy, Enthalpy and Specific Heats of Ideal Gases, Internal Energy,
Enthalpy and Specific Heats of Solids & Liquids.
Mass and Energy Analysis of Control Volumes:
Conservation of Mass, Flow Work and the Energy of a Flowing Fluid, Energy
Analysis of Steady-Flow Systems, Some Steady-Flow Engineering Devices,
Energy Analysis of Unsteady-Flow Processes.
The Second Law of Thermodynamics:
Introduction to the Second Law, Thermal Energy Reservoirs, Heat Engines,
Refrigerators and Heat Pumps, Perpetual Motion Machines, Reversible and

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Irreversible Processes, The Carnot Cycle, The Carnot Principles, The

Thermodynamic Temperature Scale, The Carnot Heat Engine, The Carnot
Refrigerator and Heat Pump.
Entropy:
Entropy, Increase of Entropy Principle, Entropy Change of Pure Substances,
Isentropic Processes, Property Diagrams involving Entropy, T ds Relations,
Entropy Change of Liquids and Solids, Entropy Change of Ideal Gases, Reversible
Steady Flow Work, Isentropic Efficiencies of steady flow devices, Entropy
Balance.
Exergy--A Measure of Work Potential:
Exergy, Reversible Work and Irreversibility, Second-Law Efficiency, Exergy
Change of a System, Exergy Transfer by Heat, Work, and Mass, Exergy Balance:
Closed Systems and Control Volumes.
Gas Power Cycles:
Basic considerations in the analysis, The Carnot Cycle, Air Standard Assumption,
Reciprocating Engines, Otto Cycle, Diesel Cycle, Brayton Cycle, Ideal Jet
Propulsion Cycles.
Teaching Methodology (Proposed as applicable):
Lectures (audio/video aids), Written assignments/ Quizzes, Tutorials, Case Studies
relevant to Engg. Disciplines, Semester project, Guest speaker, Industrial/ Field
visits, Group discussion, Report Writing.
Assessment:
Mid semester exam/one hour test, Report writing/Presentation, Assignment,
Project report, Quizzes, semester final exam.
Suggested Books:
 Yunus Cengel, Michael Boles, Mehmet Kanoglu. 2019.
Thermodynamics: An Engineering Approach (9th ed.). McGraw Hill.
 Michael J. Moran, Howard N. Shapiro, Daisie D. Boettner, Margaret B.
Bailey. 2018. Fundamentals of Engineering Thermodynamics (9th ed.).
Wiley.

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 J B Jones/G A Hawkins. 1995. Engineering Thermodynamics. Prentice

Hall. 1995.
 J.B. Jones, G.A. Hawkins. Engineering Thermodynamics: An
Introductory Textbook (2nd ed.). 1986. John Wiley & Sons.

Incompressible Aerodynamics
Course Outline:
 Concept of incompressible fluid flows.
 Statics and Dynamics fluid flows
 Calculation of the mass flow rate, forces and energy flux.
 Analysis of potential flows and their superposition.
 Dimensional analysis and boundary layer theory.
 Comparison of ideal and real flows.
 Characteristics of airfoil
 Thin airfoil theory
 High lift devices
 Wing characteristics
 Prandtl’s lifting line theory and drag on the aircraft.
Teaching Methodology (Proposed as applicable):
Lectures (audio/video aids), Written assignments/ Quizzes, Tutorials, Case Studies
relevant to Engg. Disciplines, Semester project, Guest speaker, Industrial/ Field
visits, Group discussion, Report Writing.
Assessment:
Mid semester exam/one hour tests, Report writing/Presentation, Assignment,
Project report, Quizzes, semester final exam.
Suggested Books:
 Jr., John D. Anderson. 2016. Fundamentals of Aerodynamics (6th. ed.).
McGraw-Hill.
 Jr., John D. Anderson. 2016. Introduction to Flight (8th. ed.). McGraw-
Hill
 White, Frank. 2017. Fluid Mechanics (8th Ed.). McGraw-Hill,

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 Barlow J.B, Alan Pope. 2014. Low-Speed Wind Tunnel Testing (3rd. ed.).
Wiley.
 Hansen, Arthur G. 1967. Fluid mechanics. Wiley.
 Theodore Allen, Jr., Richard L. Ditsworth. 1972. Fluid mechanics.
McGraw-Hill.
 Daniel O. Dommasch, Sydney S. Sherby, Thomas F. Connolly. 1967.
Airplane Aerodynamics (4th ed.). Pitman.
 Karamcheti, K. 1980. Principles of Ideal-Fluid Aerodynamics (2nd. ed.).
Krieger.
 Journals / Periodicals: Fluid Mechanics.

Engineering Mechanics-I (Statics)

Course Outline:
 Develop the ability to solve the complex;
o Force Systems
o Moments
o Couples and resultants
o Moment of interties
 Free body diagram concept and equation of equilibrium in two and three
dimensions.
 Analysis of two and three-dimensional problems.
 Application of equilibrium principles to simple trusses, frames and
machines.
 Frictional effects and fluid statics.
Teaching Methodology (Proposed as applicable):
Lectures (audio/video aids), Written assignments/ Quizzes, Tutorials, Case Studies
relevant to Engg. Disciplines, Semester project, Guest speaker, Industrial/ Field
visits, Group discussion, Report Writing.
Assessment:
Mid semester exam/one hour tests, Report writing/Presentation, Assignment,
Project report, Quizzes, semester final exam.

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Suggested Books:
 James L. Mariam, L. G. Kraige, Jeffrey N. Bolton. 2014. Engineering
Mechanics: Statics. (8th ed). John Wiley and Sons.
 Shames, Irving H. 1996. Engineering Mechanics: Statics and Dynamics.
(4th Ed.) Prentice Hall.
 Ferdinand P. Beer, Johnston Jr., E. Russell, David Mazurek. 2018. Vector
Mechanics for Engineers: Statics. (12th Ed.) McGraw-Hill Education,
January 30, 2018.
 Hibbeler, Russell C. 2012. Engineering Mechanics: Statics, (13th Ed).
Prentice Hall.

Engineering Mechanics-II (Dynamics)

Course Outline:
 Kinematics of Particles,
 Develop detailed understanding of the three basic methods:
o Force-mass-acceleration
o Work-energy
o Impulse-momentum.
 Concept of the equations of relative velocity and relative acceleration.
 Vector geometry, problems and solutions.
 Basic equations for all categories of plane motion.
 Equation of motion in rotating frames.
Teaching Methodology (Proposed as applicable):
Lectures (audio/video aids), Written assignments/ Quizzes, Tutorials, Case Studies
relevant to Engg. Disciplines, Semester project, Guest speaker, Industrial/ Field
visits, Group discussion, Report Writing.
Assessment:
Mid semester exam/one hour tests, Report writing/Presentation, Assignment,
Project report, Quizzes, semester final exam.

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Suggested Books:
 James L. Mariam, L. G. Kraige, Jeffrey N. Bolton. 2015. Engineering
Mechanics: Dynamics (8th ed.). John Wiley and Sons.
 Hibbeler, R, C. 2015. Engineering Mechanics: Dynamics (14th ed.).
Pearson.
 Archie Higdon, William B. Stiles. 1968. Engineering Mechanics:
Dynamics (3rd ed.). Prentice Hall.
 Ferdinand P. Beer, Johnston Jr., E. Russell, Phillip J. Cornwell, Brian
Self. 2018. Vector Mechanics for Engineers: Dynamics (12th ed.).
McGraw-Hill Education.

Material Science and Engineering

Course Outline:
 Fundamentals of both conventional and advanced materials and its
application in aerospace engineering
 Internal atomic structure, crystal structures and crystal systems in metals.
 Structural imperfection, phase diagrams and their analysis.
 Concept of manufacturing processes of ferrous and non-ferrous materials
and their mechanical properties, heat treatment, surface treatment and
TTT diagrams.
 Introduction of polymers, polymer composites, type of fibers, metal
matrix composites, ceramic matrix composites, inter metallic composites,
powder metallurgy, conductors and magnetic materials.
Teaching Methodology (Proposed as applicable):
Lectures (audio/video aids), Written assignments/ Quizzes, Tutorials, Case Studies
relevant to Engg. Disciplines, Semester project, Guest speaker, Industrial/ Field
visits, Group discussion, Report Writing.
Assessment:
Mid semester exam/ one hour tests, Report writing/Presentation, Assignment,
Project report, Quizzes, semester final exam.

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Suggested Books:
 William F. Smith, Javad Hashemi. 2018. Foundations of Materials
Science and Engineering (6th ed.). McGraw-Hill.
 L. H. Van Vlack. 1989. Elements of Materials Science and Engineering
(6th ed.). Pearson.
 Pollack, H. 1988. Materials Science and Metallurgy (4th ed.). Pearson.
 Shackelford, James F. 2014. Introduction to Materials Science for
Engineers (8th ed.). Pearson.

Workshop Technology
Course Outline:
 Information and safety aspects in the field of general engineering
workshop technology and practices.
 Introduction to commonly used metals, measurement and layout tools
used in metalworking shops.
 Introduction to different hand tools, fasteners, taps and dies, drill
machines, sawing and cutoff machines and grinding machines.
 Soldering, brazing, gas welding, arc welding and other modern welding
techniques are covered.
 Introduction to woodworking with emphasis on commonly used woods
and joints.
Teaching Methodology (Proposed as applicable):
Lectures (audio/video aids), Written assignments/ Quizzes, Tutorials, Case Studies
relevant to Engg. Disciplines, Semester project, Guest speaker, Industrial/ Field
visits, Group discussion, Report Writing.
Assessment:
Mid semester exam/one hour tests, Report writing/Presentation, Assignment,
Project report, Quizzes, semester final exam.
Suggested Books:
 W A J. Chapman. 2016 Workshop Technology (Part-1). (5th ed.).
Routledge, London.

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 John R Walker and Kenneth W Stier. 2018. Modern Metal Working. The
Goodheart-Willcox, Company, incorp.
 S F Krar, A R Gill & Peter Smid. 2020. Introduction to Technology of
Machine Tools. (8th ed.), McGraw-Hill, NY.

Engineering Drawing
Course Outline:
 Various types of Orthographic Drawings
 Graphical geometry and then continues with progressive practice in
making and understanding of various types of orthographic drawings.
 Give detailed emphasis on:
o Principle Views,
o Auxiliary Views
o Sectional Views.
 Concept of Assembly level drawings
Teaching Methodology (Proposed as applicable):
Lectures (audio/video aids), Written assignments/ Quizzes, Tutorials, Case Studies
relevant to Engg. Disciplines, Semester project, Guest speaker, Industrial/ Field
visits, Group discussion, Report Writing.
Assessment:
Mid semester exam/one hour tests, Report writing/Presentation, Assignment,
Project report, Quizzes, semester final exam.
Suggested Books:
 Thomas E. French, Charles J. Vierck. 1966. Fundamentals of engineering
drawing McGraw-Hill. NY.
 French T. E., Vierck C. J. 1978. The fundamentals of engineering drawing
and graphic technology (4th ed.). McGraw-Hill. New York.
 Bhatt, N. D. 2011. Engineering Drawing, Plane and Solid Geometry (5th
ed.). Charotar Book Stall.
 Frederick E. Giesecke, Alva Mitchell, Henry C. Spencer, Ivan L. Hill,
John T. Dygdon, James E. Novak, Robert Olin Loving. 2003. Engineering
Graphics, 8th ed. Peachpit Press.

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 Electronic PCB Design software Tutorials

 Class handouts
 Software manual and tutorials.

Computer Aided Drafting

Course Outline:
 Detail introduction of the computer software to be used during the course.
 Enabling the students to make 2-D drawings with the help of CAD
software such as Solid Edge/ CATIA etc.
 Familiarize the students with various 2-D drawing commands including
the dimensioning commands and advanced editing techniques and
drafting of 3-D drawings on computers.
 Familiarize the students with various basic and advanced 3-D drawing
commands for enabling them to draft any type of 3-D drawing on the
computers in a perfect, precise and efficient manner.
 Ensure the in depth understanding of 3D CAD parts and finally
transforming the individual parts into complex assemblies.
 Introduction to the CAD Auto LISP software
Teaching Methodology (Proposed as applicable):
Lectures (audio/video aids), Written assignments/ Quizzes, Tutorials, Case Studies
relevant to Engg. Disciplines, Semester project, Guest speaker, Industrial/ Field
visits, Group discussion, Report Writing.
Assessment:
Mid semester exam/one hour tests, Report writing/Presentation, Assignment,
Project report, Quizzes, semester final exam.
Suggested Books:
 Thomas E. French, Charles J. Vierck. 1966. Fundamentals of Engineering
Drawing. McGraw-Hill, NY.
 French T. E., Vierck C. J. 1978. The Fundamentals of Engineering
Drawing and Graphic Technology (4th ed.). McGraw-Hill. New York.
 Bhatt, N. D. 2011. Engineering Drawing, Plane and Solid Geometry (5th
ed.). Charotar Book Stall.

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 Frederick E. Giesecke, Alva Mitchell, Henry C. Spencer, Ivan L. Hill,

John T. Dygdon, James E. Novak, Robert Olin Loving. 2003. Engineering
Graphics (8th ed.). Peachpit Press,
 Electronic PCB Design software Tutorials.
 Class handouts.
 Software manual and tutorials.

Engineering Breadth Courses

Heat and Mass Transfer

Course Outline:
Basics of Heat Transfer:
Why heat transfer study, Relation of heat transfer to thermodynamics, Heat and
other forms of energy, Heat transfer modes / mechanisms, Thermal conductivity &
diffusivity, Simultaneous heat transfer mechanisms.
Heat Conduction:
Introduction, Steady versus transient heat transfer, Multidimensional heat transfer,
Heat generation, One-dimensional heat conduction equation, General /
Multidimensional heat conduction equation, Boundary and initial conditions,
Solution of steady one-dimensional heat conduction problems, Steady heat
conduction in plane walls, Thermal contact resistance, Generalized thermal
resistance networks, Heat conduction in cylinders and spheres, Overall heat
transfer coefficient, Critical thickness / radius of insulation, Heat transfer from
finned surfaces, Numerical methods of analysis.
Convection Heat Transfer:
Introduction, Physical mechanism of convection, Classification of fluid flows,
Velocity and thermal boundary layers, Laminar and turbulent flows, Differential
convection equations, Fluid friction and heat transfer, Heat transfer in high speed
flow, Liquid metal heat transfer, External forced convection, Internal forced
convection, Heat transfer in flows over bodies, Thermal insulation, Natural
convection, Free convection and empirical relations, Non Newtonian fluids,
Simplified equations of air, Combined free and forced convection.

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Heat Transfer by Radiation:

Introduction, Thermal radiation, Blackbody radiation, Radiation properties,
Radiation view / shape factor, View factor relations, Heat exchange between non-
black bodies, Radiation shields.
Heat Exchangers:
Basic types, Overall heat transfer coefficient, fouling factor, Log mean temperature
difference method, Heat exchanger effectiveness – NTU method, Selection /
Design considerations.
Mass Transfer:
Analogy between heat and mass transfer, Mass diffusion, Fick’s law of diffusion,
Mass transfer Coefficient, Water vapor migration in buildings, Diffusion in a
moving medium, Simultaneous heat and mass transfer.
Teaching Methodology (Proposed as applicable):
Lectures (audio/video aids), Written assignments/ Quizzes, Tutorials, Case Studies
relevant to Engg. Disciplines, Semester project, Guest speaker, Industrial/ Field
visits, Group discussion, Report Writing.
Assessment:
Mid semester exam/one hour tests, Report writing/Presentation, Assignment,
Project report, Quizzes, semester final exam.
Suggested Books:
 Yunus A. Cengel / Robert H. Turner. Fundamentals of Thermal Fluid
Sciences (5th ed.). McGraw-Hill Higher Education.
 Younus A Cengel, Afshin J. Gajar, Heat and Mass Transfer:
Fundamentals and Applications (6th ed.).
 Theodore L. Bergman, Adrienne S. Lavine, Frank P. Incropera & David
P. DeWitt. 2011. Introduction to Heat Transfer (6th ed.). Wiley.
 Jack P. Holman. 2009. Heat Transfer (10 th ed.). McGraw Hill.
 Frank Keith, Raj M. Manglik, 2017. Principles of Heat Transfer (8th ed.).
Cengage.

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Aerospace Instrumentation
Course Outline:
 Measurement standards and dimensional units of measurement, sensors,
and counters.
 Displacement and dimensional measurements
 Stress & strain measurement
 Fluid flow measurement
 Temperature measurement
 Motion measurement.
Teaching Methodology (Proposed as applicable):
Lectures (audio/video aids), Written Assignments/ Quizzes, Case Studies relevant
to engg disciplines, Semester Project, Guest Speaker, Industrial/ Field Visits,
Group discussion, Report Writing
Assessment:
Mid semester exam/one hour tests, Report writing/ Presentation, Assignments,
Project Report, Quizzes, semester final exam.
Suggested Books:
 William F. Riley, James W. Dally, Kenneth G. McConnell. 2010.
Instrumentation for Engineering Measurements (2nd ed.). Wiley.
 Thomas G. Beckwith, Roy D. Marangoni, John H. Lienhard. 2007.
Mechanical Measurements (6th ed.). Pearson.

Aerospace Vehicle Performance

Course Outline:
 Basic performance characteristics.
 Standard atmosphere and aircraft/static system of an aircraft.
 Concept of performance parameters such as endurance, aircraft ceiling,
range, climb, descent and glide, take-off and landing performance.
 Accelerated performance parameters using Energy State Approximation
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 Turning performance both instantaneous and sustained.

 Flight mechanics and performance evaluation of a spacecraft.
Teaching Methodology (Proposed as applicable):
Lectures (audio/video aids), Written assignments/ Quizzes, Tutorials, Case Studies
relevant to Engg. Disciplines, Semester project, Guest speaker, Industrial/ Field
visits, Group discussion, Report Writing.
Assessment:
Mid semester exam/one hour tests, Report writing/Presentation, Assignment,
Project report, Quizzes, semester final exam.
Suggested Books:
 Anderson. Jr, John D. 2010. Aircraft Performance & Design. McGraw
Hill.
 Raymer, Daniel P. 2012. Aircraft Design: A Conceptual Approach (5th
ed.). AIAA.
 Lang, James D. 1974. Aircraft Performance, Stability and Control. Dept.
of Aeronautics, USAF.
 Anderson, John. D. 2016. Introduction to Flight (8th ed.). McGraw-Hill,
 David Anderson, Scott Eberhardt. 2009. Understanding Flight (2nd ed.).
McGraw-Hill.

Compressible Aerodynamics
Course Outline:
 Wave propagation and speed of sound
 Notion of isentropic flow through variable area.
 Overview of converging and converging- diverging nozzles and
formation of normal shock waves and their application to wind tunnel and
supersonic diffusers.
 Introduce oblique shock waves and Prandtl-Mayer flow and its
application to supersonic airfoils.
 Overview of flows with friction and heat addition.

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Teaching Methodology (Proposed as applicable):

Lectures (audio/video aids), Written assignments/ Quizzes, Tutorials, Case Studies
relevant to Engg. Disciplines, Semester project, Guest speaker, Industrial/ Field
visits, Group discussion, Report Writing.
Assessment:
Mid semester exam/one hour tests, Report writing/Presentation, Assignment,
Project report, Quizzes, semester final exam.
Suggested Books:
 Patrick H. Oosthuizen & William E. Carscallen 2014, “Introduction to
Compressible Fluid Flow” CRC Press, (2nd Edition).
 James E.A. John, Theo G. Keith. 2005. Gas Dynamic (3rd ed.). Pearson.
 Shapiro, Ascher H. 1953. The Dynamics and Thermodynamics of
Compressible Fluid Flow (1st ed.). John Wiley & Sons.
 Anderson, John D. 2012. Modern Compressible Flow: With Historical
Perspective (3rd ed.). Tata McGraw-Hill.
 B W Imrie. 1973. Compressible Fluid Flow. Butterworths, cop. London.
 Maurice J. Zucrow, Joe D. Hoffman. 1976. Gas Dynamics. Wiley.

Aerospace Structures-I
Course Outline:
 Overview of the structural theory that is common to all types of aerospace
vehicles.
 Load and temperature environment of the aerospace vehicles
 Introduction to ‘Theory of Elasticity’.
 Introduce the theories of bending, extension, torsion, and shear of slender
beams without structural discontinuities
 Deflection analysis of beams.
Teaching Methodology (Proposed as applicable):
Lectures (audio/video aids), Written assignments/ Quizzes, Tutorials, Case Studies
relevant to Engg. Disciplines, Semester project, Guest speaker, Industrial/ Field
visits, Group discussion, Report Writing.

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Assessment:
Mid semester exam/one hour tests, Report writing/Presentation, Assignment,
Project report, Quizzes, semester final exam.
Suggested Books:
 Donaldson, Bruce K. 2012. Analysis of Aircraft Structures (2nd ed.).
Cambridge University Press.
 Arthur P. Boresi, Richard J. Schmidt. 2002. Advanced Mechanics of
Materials (6th ed.). Wiley
 Peery, David J. 2011. Aircraft Structures. Dover Publications.
 Rivello, Robert M. 1969. Theory and Analysis of Flight Structures (1st
ed.). McGraw-Hill College.
 Megson, T.H.G. 2016. Aircraft Structures for Engineering Students (6th
ed.). Butterworth-Heinemann.

Stability & Control

Course Outline:
 Static longitudinal, directional and lateral stability with respect to vehicle
axis system.
 Effects of various major components on static stability, critical flight
conditions and controls.
 Introduction to dynamic stability, the axes system inertial and rotating
axes and their transformations.
 Overview of the linearization of vehicle equations of motion, Laplace
transform, stability derivatives, transfer functions, vehicle dynamic
response to external disturbances and controls.
Teaching Methodology (Proposed as applicable):
Lectures (audio/video aids), Written assignments/ Quizzes, Tutorials, Case Studies
relevant to Engg. Disciplines, Semester project, Guest speaker, Industrial/ Field
visits, Group discussion, Report Writing.
Assessment:
Mid semester exam/one hour tests, Report writing/Presentation, Assignment,
Project report, Quizzes, semester final exam.

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Suggested Books:
 Bandu N. Pamadi, 2015, Performance, Stability, Dynamics & Control of
Airplanes, AIAA Education Series, 3rd Edition.
 Robert C. Nelson, 1988, Flight Stability and Automatic Control,
McGraw-Hill, NY, 2nd Edition.
 Robert C Nelson. 2007. Flight Stability and Automatic Control. (2nd ed.).
McGraw Hill. Education.
 Lang, James D. 1974. Aircraft Performance, Stability and Control. Dept.
of Aeronautics, USAF.
 Blakelock, John H. 1991. Automatic Control of Aircraft and Missiles (2nd
ed.). John Wiley & Sons.
 Bernard Etkin, Lloyd Duff Reid. 1995. Dynamics of Flight: Stability and
Control, (3rd ed.). Wiley.

Engineering Depth Courses

Aerospace Vehicle Design

Course Outline:
 Conceptual design of various types and categories of aerospace vehicle.
 Study of following activities:
o Design layout
o Design analysis.
o Configuration layout
o Pay-load considerations
o Aerodynamics and propulsion
o Structures and loads.
o Weights, stability and control
o Performance and trade studies.
 The student is required to prepare and present a conceptual design of a
complete aerospace vehicle based on certain given specifications.
 Extensive use of computers must be ensured to refine the designed
vehicle.

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Teaching Methodology (Proposed as applicable):

Lectures (audio/video aids), Written assignments/ Quizzes, Tutorials, Case Studies
relevant to Engg. Disciplines, Semester project, Guest speaker, Industrial/ Field
visits, Group discussion, Report Writing.
Assessment:
Mid semester exam/one hour tests, Report writing/Presentation, Assignment,
Project report, Quizzes, semester final exam.
Suggested Books:
 Raymer, Daniel P. 2012. Aircraft Design: A Conceptual Approach (AIAA
Education Series) (5th Edition). AIAA.
 “Leland M. Nicolai, Grant E. Carichner. 2010. Fundamentals of Aircraft
and Airship Design, Volume 1. AIAA.

Structural Dynamics and Aero-Elasticity

Course Outline:
 Introduction to the Fundamentals of vibration, discrete and continuous
systems.
 Free and Forced vibratory SDOF systems, harmonic vibration, rotating
unbalance, base excitation.
 Vibration isolation, transient vibration, systems with two degrees of
freedom.
 Fundamentals of aero-elasticity (static and dynamic).
Teaching Methodology (Proposed as applicable):
Lectures (audio/video aids), Written assignments/ Quizzes, Tutorials, Case Studies
relevant to Engg. Disciplines, Semester project, Guest speaker, Industrial/ Field
visits, Group discussion, Report Writing.
Assessment:
Mid semester exam/one hour tests, Report writing/Presentation, Assignment,
Project report, Quizzes, semester final exam.

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Suggested Books:
 Rao, Singiresu S. 2017. Mechanical Vibrations (6th ed.). Pearson.
 Francis S. Tse, Ivan E. Morse, Rolland T. Hinkle. 1978. Mechanical
Vibrations Theory and Applications (2nd ed.). Pearson.
 Megson, T.H.G. 2016. Aircraft Structures for Engineering Students (6 th
ed.). Butterworth-Heinemann,
 Dewey H. Hodges, Introduction to Structural Dynamics and
Aeroelasticity.
 Journals / Periodicals.
 International Journal of Structure Stability & Dynamics
 Structural Dynamics & Vibrations

Propulsion and Power Plants

Course Outline:
Introduction to Gas Turbine:
Describe the Brayton cycle (gas turbine cycles), components and their
thermodynamic properties, aircraft propulsion (turbojet, turboprop, and ramjet),
industrial application, future possibilities.
Gas Turbine Cycle Arrangements:
Explain the open loop cycle, closed loop cycle, single shaft arrangement, multi
shaft arrangement, and multi spool arrangement.
Shaft Power Cycles:
State the ideal cycles, assumptions for ideal cycle, simple gas turbine.
Aircraft Propulsion:
Interpret performance criteria, propulsive efficiency, thermal efficiency, overall
efficiency, fuel ratio, TSFC, international standard atmosphere, component
numbering (turbojet, turbofan, turboprop, and ramjet).

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Parametric Analysis:
Give an introduction to notation, design inputs, temperature and pressure
relationships in terms of ratios, steps for parametric analysis, assumptions for ideal
gases, ideal turbojet, cycle analysis (turbojet), calculations, optimum compressor
ratios, ideal turbofan, cycle analysis, optimum bypass ratios, ideal turboprop
engine, cycle analysis, optimum turbine temperature, ideal ramjet engine
(analysis).
Centrifugal Compressor:
Describe the principle of operation, work done and pressure ratio, diffuser,
compressibility effects, and characteristics.
Axial Flow Compressor:
Explain the basic operation, elementary theory, design process. Combustion
system: operational requirements, types of combustion chambers, factors effecting
combustion, combustion process.
Intake and Propelling Nozzles:
Understand the working of Intake Diffusers, Propelling Nozzles.
Teaching Methodology (Proposed as applicable):
Lectures (audio/video aids), Written assignments/ Quizzes, Tutorials, Case Studies
relevant to Engg. Disciplines, Semester project, Guest speaker, Industrial/ Field
visits, Group discussion, Report Writing.
Assessment:
Mid semester exam/one hour tests, Report writing/Presentation, Assignment,
Project report, Quizzes, semester final exam.
Suggested Books:
 Philip Hill, Carl Peterson. 2009. Mechanics and Thermodynamics of
Propulsion (2nd ed.). Pearson.
 George P Sutton, Oscar Biblarz. 1992. Rocket Propulsion Elements (6 th
ed.). John Wiley, NY.

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 Yahya, S.M. 2011. Turbines, Compressors and Fans (4 th ed.). McGraw

Hill.
 H.I.H. Saravanamuttoo, Paul Straznicky, G.F.C. Rogers, H. Cohen,
Andrew Nix. 2017. Gas Turbine Theory. (7 th ed.). Pearson.
 S. L. Dixon, C. A. Hall. 2013. Fluid Mechanics and Thermodynamics of
Turbomachinery. (7th ed.). Butterworth-Heinemann.
 Journals / Periodicals
 Jack D. Mattingly. Elements of Gas Turbine Propulsion. (1 st ed.).
 Journal of Propulsion & Power

Control Systems
Course Outline:
 Fundamentals of linear control system, mathematical modeling of
physical systems, including both electrical and mechanical systems
 Concept of the digital computer as a tool for solution of differential
equations and linear systems, transient and steady state response
 Open and closed loop response involves time domain analysis and
frequency response analysis
 Classification of control systems and feedback control system such as
Transient response, steady-state accuracy and disturbance rejection are
taught during the latter part of the course
 Root locus, Routh’s criterion, Bode plot, Nyquist criterion and signal flow
graphs
 Different type of controllers such as Proportional, phase-lead, phase-lag
and PID are used to achieve desired transient and steady state response
 Multivariable input-output system such as state space system and its close
loop response
Teaching Methodology (Proposed as applicable):
Lectures (audio/video aids), Written assignments/ Quizzes, Tutorials, Case Studies
relevant to Engg. Disciplines, Semester project, Guest speaker, Industrial/ Field
visits, Group discussion, Report Writing.

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Assessment:
Mid semester exam/one hour tests, Report writing/Presentation, Assignment,
Project report, Quizzes, semester final exam.
Suggested Books:
 Norma S. Nise. 2019. Control System Engineering. (8 th ed.). John Wiley
and Sons.
 Charles L. Phillips, John Parr. 2011. Feedback Control Systems (5 th Ed.).
Pearson.
 Constantine H. Houpis, Stuart N. Sheldon. 2013. Linear Control System
Analysis and Design with MATLAB® (6th ed.). CRC Press.

Product Design and Development

Course outline:
 Understand the basic functions involved in design and development
processes of a new product
 Analyze the customer needs for a new product development
Teaching Methodology (Proposed as applicable):
Lectures (audio/video aids), Written Assignments/ Quizzes, Case Studies relevant
to engg disciplines, Design Project, Group discussion, Report Writing.
Assessment:
OHTs, Report writing/Presentation, Assignments, Project Report, Quizzes,
Semester final exam.
Suggested Books:
 Ulrich & Eppinger. 2019. Product Design & Development (7th ed.).

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Manufacturing Processes and CNC Machines

Course Outline:
 Introduction: Basic concepts of manufacturing processes
 Casting and Moulding: Metal casting processes and equipment, Powder
metallurgy, Plastics
 Forming: Extrusion and drawing, sheet metal forming, forming and
shaping plastics and composite materials
 Metal Cutting Theory/ Cutting Tools
 Machining: Conventional and non-conventional machining processes
 Joining: Welding, brazing, soldering, sintering, adhesive bonding,
fastening, Press fitting
 Glass making/float glass process, blow moulding, spinning etc.
 Additive Manufacturing: 3D Printing.
Teaching Methodology (Proposed as applicable):
Lectures (audio/video aids), Written assignments/ Quizzes, Tutorials, Case Studies
relevant to Engg. Disciplines, Semester project, Guest speaker, Industrial/ Field
visits, Group discussion, Report Writing.
Assessment:
Mid semester exam/one hour tests, Report writing/Presentation, Assignment,
Project report, Quizzes, Semester final exam.
Suggested Books:
 Mikell P Groover. 2019. Fundamental of Modern Manufacturing
(Material, Processes & System) (7th ed.). John. Wiley. NJ. US.
 Begeman, 8th Edition, Wiley; 1987
 Serope Kalpakjian & Steven R. Schmid. (2016) Manufacturing Processes
for Engineering Materials. (6th ed.). Pearson. ISBN-13: 978-0134290553
 Stanley A. Komacek, Ann E. Lawson & Andrew C. Horton. 1990.
Manufacturing Technology, Glencoe/McGraw-Hill School Pub Co.
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Computational Structural Analysis

Course Outline:
 Introduction: fundamentals of Finite Element Methods in structure
analysis.
 Understanding the finite element methods for the analysis of structures.
 Comparison of analytical approach with the finite element methods.
 Concept of stiffness of a spring and then builds up to formulate element
stiffness matrix for different element using the Hooke’s law and energy
theorems.
 Principle of Virtual Work and Minimum Potential Energy
 The load vector and displacement vectors
 Method of solution to solve the model to determine the displacements of
the structure at the nodes.
Teaching Methodology (Proposed as applicable):
Lectures (audio/video aids), Written assignments/ Quizzes, Tutorials, Case Studies
relevant to Engg. Disciplines, Semester project, Guest speaker, Industrial/ Field
visits, Group discussion, Report Writing.
Assessment:
Mid-exam, Report writing/Presentation, Assignment, Project report, Quizzes, Final
exam/ assessment.
Suggested Books:
 Mikell P Groover. 2019. Fundamental of Modern Manufacturing
(Material, Processes & System) (7th ed.). John. Wiley. NJ. US.
 Begeman, 8th Edition, Wiley; 1987
 Serope Kalpakjian & Steven R. Schmid. (2016) Manufacturing Processes
for Engineering Materials. (6th ed.). Pearson. ISBN-13: 978-0134290553
 Stanley A. Komacek, Ann E. Lawson & Andrew C. Horton. 1990.
Manufacturing Technology, Glencoe/McGraw-Hill School Pub Co.
ISBN-13: 978-0827334625.

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Multidisciplinary Engineering Courses

Electric Circuits and Machines

Course Outline:
 Theory and applications of electric circuits and machines for Aerospace
majors.
 Derive and explain the concept of:
o Impedance, admittance and transient.
o Phasor notation in the solution of AC circuits.
o Circuit laws, network theorems.
o Resonance.
o Power and energy.
 DC machines (DC generator and DC motor), alternator, transformer etc.
Teaching Methodology (Proposed as applicable):
Lectures (audio/video aids), Written assignments/ Quizzes, Tutorials, Case Studies
relevant to Engg. Disciplines, Semester project, Guest speaker, Industrial/ Field
visits, Group discussion, Report Writing.
Assessment:
Mid semester exam/one hour tests, Report writing/Presentation, Assignment,
Project report, Quizzes, semester final exam.
Suggested Books:
 Charles K. Alexander, Matthew Sadiku, Fundamentals of Electric Circuits
(6th Edition),McGraw-Hill,2016
 Stephen J. Chapman, Electric Machinery Fundamentals (5 th Ed),
McGraw-Hill, 2011.
 William H. Hayt, Jack Kammerly, Jamie Phillips, Steven M. Durbin
Engineering Circuit Analysis (9th Edition), McGraw-Hill, 2018.
 Rosenblatt and Friedman, Direct & Alternating Current Machinery (2 nd
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Electronics, Analogue & Digital Circuits

Course Outline:
 Develop the ability of aerospace students to understand digital computer
fundamentals and semiconductor based electric circuits.
 Fundamentals of digital computer design.
 Concept of semiconductor theory.
 Functions/operations of diodes and its applications, Transistors and its
terminal characteristics.
 Notion of biasing of transistor circuits
 Concept of DC and AC load lines, which is followed by the analysis of
various transistor amplifier configuration.
Teaching Methodology (Proposed as applicable):
Lectures (audio/video aids), Written assignments/ Quizzes, Tutorials, Case Studies
relevant to Engg. Disciplines, Semester project, Guest speaker, Industrial/ Field
visits, Group discussion, Report Writing.
Assessment:
Mid-exam, Report writing/Presentation, Assignment, Project report, Quizzes, Final
exam/ assessment.
Suggested Books:
 Morris Mano, Charles R. Kime, Tom Martin, 2015 Digital Logic and
Computer Design Fundamentals (5th Ed.), Pearson.
 Ronald L. Schilling, Charles Belore, 1989. Electronics Circuits Discrete
and Integrated (3rd Ed.), McGraw-Hill.
 Adel S. Sedra, Kenneth C. Smith, 2014. Microelectronic Circuits (7 th Ed.).
Oxford University Press.

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Occupational Health and Safety

Course Description:
This course introduces the student to the study of workplace occupational health
and safety. The student will learn safe work practices in offices, industry and
construction as well as how to identify and prevent or correct problems associated
with occupational safety and health in these locations as well as in the home.
Learning Outcomes:
Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to:
1. Identify hazards in the home, laboratory and workplace that pose a danger
or threat to their safety or health, or that of others.
2. Control unsafe or unhealthy hazards and propose methods to eliminate the
hazard.
3. Present a coherent analysis of a potential safety or health hazard both
verbally and in writing, citing the Ontario Occupational Health and Safety
Regulations as well as supported legislation.
4. Demonstrate a comprehension of the changes created by WHMIS and
OSHA legislation in everyday life.
Course Outline:
Health and Safety Foundations
a. Nature and scope of health and safety
b. Reasons/benefits and barriers for good practices of health and safety
c. Legal frame work and OHS Management System
Fostering a Safety Culture
a. Four principles of safety- RAMP (Recognize, Assess, Minimize, Prepare)
b. Re-thinking safety-learning from incidents
c. Safety ethics and rules
d. Roles and responsibilities towards safety
e. Building positive attitude towards safety
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Recognizing and Communicating Hazards

a. Hazards and Risk
b. Types of hazards: Physical (mechanical and non-mechanical), Chemical
(Toxic and biological agents), electrical, fire, construction, heat and
temperature, noise and vibration, falling and lifting etc.
c. Learning the language of safety: Signs, symbols and labels
Finding Hazard Information
a. Material safety data sheets
b. Safety data sheets and the GHS (Globally Harmonized Systems)
Accidents & Their Effect on Industry
 Costs of accidents
 Time lost
 Work injuries, parts of the body injured on the job
 Chemical burn injuries
 Construction injuries
 Fire injuries
Assessing and Minimizing the Risks from Hazards
 Risk Concept and Terminology
 Risk assessment procedure
 Risk Metric’s
 Risk Estimation and Acceptability Criteria
 Principles of risk prevention
 Selection and implementation of appropriate Risk controls
 Hierarchy of controls
Preparing for Emergency Response Procedures
 Fire
 Chemical Spill
 First Aid
 Safety Drills / Trainings:
 Firefighting
 Evacuation in case of emergency

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Stress and Safety at Work Environment

 Workplace stress and sources
 Human reaction to workplace stress
 Measurement of workplace stress
 Shift work, stress and safety
 Improving safety by reducing stress
 Stress in safety managers
 Stress and workers compensation
Incident Investigation
 Importance of investigation
 Recording and reporting
 Techniques of investigation
 Monitoring
 Review
 Auditing Health and Safety
Teaching Methodology (Proposed as applicable):
Lectures (audio/video aids), written assignments/quizzes, tutorials, case studies
relevant to engineering disciplines, semester project, guest speaker, industrial/field
visits, group discussion, report writing
Assessment:
Mid-semester exam, report writing/presentation, assignment, project report,
quizzes, end-semester exam
Suggested Books:
 The A-Z of health and safety by Jeremy Stranks, 2006.
 The Manager’s Guide to Health & Safety at Work by Jeremy Stranks, 8th
edition, 2006.
 Occupational safety and health law handbook by Ogletree, Deakins, Nash,
Smoak and Stewarts, second edition, 2008.

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12.2 Non-Engineering Domain

English Courses

Functional English
Area Scope:
The knowledge units in this area collectively encompass the following:

 Follow English vocabulary and skills to use it in professional life.

 Identify common errors usually made by the Learners of English as a
second language.
 Practice English correctly in speaking and writing.
Course Outlines:
 Public Speaking
 The Art of Creating a PowerPoint Presentation.
 Interacting with the Opposite Gender
 Classroom Etiquettes and Teachers’ Expectations
 Articles
 Prepositions
 Homophones
 Punctuation
 Tenses in English Grammar
 Formal Letter Writing
 Summary writing
 Organizing and planning your writing
 Sensory Perception in writing
 Critical thinking
 Final Year Project
Teaching Methodology (Proposed as applicable):
Lectures (audio/video aids), Written Assignments/ Quizzes, Tutorials, Case
Studies relevant to engineering disciplines, Semester Project, Guest Speaker,
Industrial/ Field Visits, Group discussion, Report Writing.

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Assessment:
Mid semester exam/one hour tests, Report writing/ Presentation, Assignments,
Project Report, Quizzes, Final semester exam.
Suggested Books:
 P. C. Wren & H. Martin “High School English Grammar & Composition”.
 Colin W. Davis & Andrew J. Watts New Expressway For English 1 (New
Edition)
 Hert A. Murphy & Herbert William Hildebrandt. Effective Business
Communications
 Diana Hacker. A Writer’s Reference
 Sadat Ali Shah. Exploring The World Of English
 J. Thomson and A. V. Martinet. Practical English Grammar, “University
Physics”, 13th Edition.

Communication Skills
Area Scope:
The knowledge units in this area collectively encompass the following:
 Communicate effectively using intermediate- to-advanced level English
while developing the understanding of essentials of communication skills.
 Participate in group discussions by attentive listening, questioning to
clarify ideas, eliciting responses, or disagreeing in a constructive way.
Course Outlines:
By the end of the semester students will have skills including:
Writing Skills
 Vocabulary Building
 Writing Skills: Essays and Letters
 Common Writing Errors
 Purposeful Writing
Reading Skills
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 Critical Reading
 Reading for Understanding
 Techniques and strategies to develop sound vocabulary.
Listening Skills
 Introduction to Communication Process
 Seven Cs of Communication
 Types of Listening
 Listening for Comprehension
Speaking Skills
 Verbal and Non-Verbal Communication
 Basics of Presentation Skills
 Presentation Strategies and public speaking skills.
 Use of Audio-Visual Aids
 Basics of Group Communication
 Listening Skills
 Communicate effectively in job interviews.
Teaching Methodology (Proposed as applicable):
Lectures (audio/video aids), Written Assignments/ Quizzes, Tutorials, Case
Studies relevant to engineering disciplines, Semester Project, Guest Speaker,
Industrial/ Field Visits, Group discussion, Report Writing
Assessment:
Mid semester exam/one hour tests, Report writing/ Presentation, Assignments,
Project Report, Quizzes, Semester final exam.
Suggested Books:
 Anchor in English-II (Lessons 1-5), A SPELT Publication
 Christopher Fry, “Summary Writing (Book-I)”, Oxford University Press
 College Essays by John Langland
 Barron’s TOFFL iBT Edition
 Communication Skills for Engineers by Sunita Marshal and C.
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Technical Writing and Presentation Skills

Area Scope:
The knowledge units in this area collectively encompass the following:

 The students will be able to write technically correct statements,

assignments, final year project report, project proposal, short report and
research paper
 The students would be able to their write CV, cover letter and business/
professional Correspondence meeting all criteria
 The students would be able to present their work/ research at a technical
forum.
Course Outlines:
 Introduction to Technical writing
 Proposal write-up and improvement strategies Introduction to research
and research types choosing research problems and research advisors
How to carry out research
 Formulation – Problem statement, Literature
 Review
 Design - Methodology
 Analysis - Data analysis and interpretation Good writing style techniques
 Uses of correct words
 Presenting and publishing research
 Write business/professional correspondence, cover letter and CV
 Writing meeting minutes.
Teaching Methodology (Proposed as applicable):
Lectures (audio/video aids), Written Assignments/ Quizzes, Tutorials, Case
Studies relevant to engineering disciplines, Semester Project, Guest Speaker,
Industrial/ Field Visits, Group discussion, Report Writing
Assessment:
Mid semester exam/one hour tests, Report writing/ Presentation, Assignments,
Project Report, Quizzes, Semester final exam.

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Suggested Books:
 The Aims of Argument: A Text and Reader Authors: Timothy W.
Crusius; Carolyn E. Channell Publisher: McGraw-Hill Education (2014)
Edition: 8th Edition ISBN-13: 978-0077592202
 Technical Communication. A Reader Centered Approach Author: Paul.
V. Anderson Edition: 8th ISBN-13: 978-1133309819 Publisher: Cengage
Learning; 8th edition (2013).
 Writing for Computer science by Justin Zobel Research Methodologies –
A step by step guide for beginners, Ranjit Kumar.

Mathematics Courses
Linear Algebra
Area Scope:
The knowledge units in this area collectively encompass the following:

 To comprehend basic concepts of Linear Algebra and optimization

 To apply techniques of Linear Algebra and optimization for solution of
engineering problems
Course Outline:
System of Linear Equations and Applications
 Overview of linear system of equations, Cases of unique solution, No
solution and infinite solutions,
 Echelon form, Gauss elimination method, Inversion of matrix in the
context of solution of system of equations, LU factorization, Row space
and column space
 Relevant engineering case studies such as Network analysis, Traffic
Flows, Balancing chemical reaction, Leontief Input-output model, finding
max stress in compound cylinder, Applications of linear systems in force
balancing of structures, Markov process.
Vector Spaces and Transformations
 Vector Spaces: Real vector spaces, Subspaces, Basis and dimension,
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 Gram-Schmidt process for finding orthonormal basis

 Linear Transformation, Kernel of Transformation, Range of
Transformation, Matrix of Transformation
 Applications: Cryptography, Coding and decoding, Breaking of codes,
Robotic Applications of linear transformations
Eigenvalues and Eigen Vectors
 Eigenvalues, Eigenvectors, Similar matrices, Diagonalization,
 Quadratic forms, Positive definite Matrices, Singular Value
Decomposition, Inner product Spaces
 Applications of linear Algebra: Constructing curves and surfaces,
Computer graphics, Genetics.
Linear Programming
 Introduction to linear programming, Optimization, Graphical method,
Simplex method, Optimization problems in engineering and economics
 Dual simplex methods, Duality theory, Primal and dual problems,
transportation models, north-west corner, least-cost and Vogel’s
approximations methods,
 Assignment model, the transshipment model and other relevant
engineering case studies
Application of Linear Algebra in Dynamical Systems
 Numerical System of linear ODEs, Eigenvalue problems, Homogeneous
and nonhomogeneous system of ODE.
 Dynamical systems, Population dynamics, Prey-Predator models,
Stability analysis
Teaching Methodology (Proposed as applicable):
Lectures (audio/video aids), Written Assignments/ Quizzes, Tutorials, Case
Studies relevant to engineering disciplines, Semester Project, Guest Speaker,
Industrial/ Field Visits, Group discussion, Report Writing
Assessment:
Mid semester exam/one hour tests, Report writing/ Presentation, Assignments,
Project Report, Quizzes, Semester final exam.

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Suggested Books:
 Introductory Linear Algebra: By Bernard Kolman and David R. Hill,
Latest Edition.
 Elementary Linear Algebra: By Howard Anton and Chris Rorrers, Latest
Edition.
 Robert C. Fisher and Allen. D. Zeibur, 1982. Integrated Algebra and
Trigonometry with Analytical Geometry, (4th edition). Prentice Hall, New
Jersey.

Calculus and Analytical Geometry

Area Scope:
 To develop a clear understanding of fundamental concepts of single
variable calculus.
 To apply concepts of differentiation and integration to solve complex
engineering problems.
Course Outline:
Analytical Geometry:
 Review of vectors, scalars and vector products.
 Three dimensional coordinate system and equation of straight line and
plane
Functions Limit and Continuity:
 Review of functions and graphs,
 Limits & Continuity,
 Techniques of Finding Limits,
 Discontinuity
 Limits of Sine and Cosine and Exponential Functions
Differentiation:
 Introduction to Derivatives
 Examples of Derivatives
 Derivative as Rate of Change
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 Implicit Differentiation
 Higher order derivatives
 Leibnitz Theorem
Applications of Derivatives:
 Monotonic functions
 Optimization problems
 Relative and Absolute extrema
 First and second derivative tests
 Point of inflection
 Concavity
 Curvature
 Indeterminate Forms and L’ Hopital rule
 Differentials
Integration:
 Integrals and Properties of Integrals
 Techniques of Integration
 Integration by Parts
 Definite Integrals
 Integration of Trigonometric
 Exponential and Inverse Functions
 Integration by Partial Fractions
 Reduction Rules
Applications of Integration:
 Applications of Integration
 Area under the curve
 Area between curves
 Solids of Revolution
 Volume of Solids of revolution by disk washer, Cylindrical shell & Cross
Section Methods
 Center of Pressure and Depth of Center of Pressure
 Center of mass
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Improper Integrals:
 Improper Integral
 Integrals and Singularities
 Convergence of improper integrals
Infinite Sequence and Series:
 Sequence and Infinite Series
 Convergence and Divergence of sequences and series
 Positive Term Series
 Integral Test
 Basic Comparison Test
 Limit Comparison Test
 Ratio and Root tests
 Alternating series
 Absolute and Conditional Convergence
Power and Taylor Series:
 Power Series
 Maclaurin and Taylor Series and their applications.
Teaching Methodology (Proposed as applicable):
Lectures (audio/video aids), Written Assignments/ Quizzes, Tutorials, Case
Studies relevant to engineering disciplines, Semester Project, Guest Speaker,
Industrial/ Field Visits, Group discussion, Report Writing
Assessment:
Mid semester exam/one hour tests, Report writing/ Presentation, Assignments,
Project Report, Quizzes, Semester final exam
Suggested Books:
 Thomas' Calculus by George B. Thomas, Jr., Maurice D. Weir, Joel R.
Hass, Pearson, USA.
 Swokowski, Onlinick & Pence: Calculus
 Robert T. Smith & Roland B. Minton: Calculus
 Calculus: Early Transcendentals by James Stewart. Brooks/Cole USA.

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 G.B. Thomas. R. L. Finney.1995 Calculus and Analytic Geometry (9th

ed.). Addison Wesley.
 Erwin Kreyszig. 2015. Advanced Engineering Mathematics (10th ed.).
John Wiley & Sons.
 Agnew, Ralph Palmer. 1962. Calculus: Analytic Geometry and Calculus,
with Vectors. McGraw-Hill.
 McKay, Louis Toft and A.D.D. 1951. Practical mathematics. Pitman.
London.
 Hildebrand, Francis B. 1962. Advanced Calculus for Applications.
Prentice-Hall Inc.
 F.W. Bedford, T.D. Dwivedi. 1970. Vector Calculus. McGraw-Hill.
 Zill, Dennis G. 2016. Advanced Engineering Mathematics (6th ed.). Jones
& Bartlett Learning.

Differential Equations
Area Scope:
The knowledge units in this area collectively encompass the following:

 To define basic mathematical concepts related to differential equations

 To describe different types of analytical methods for solution of
differential equations
 To formulate different engineering problems in the form of differential
equations
Course Outline:
Basic Concepts and Modeling
 Linear Differential equations, Non-Linear Differential equations,
Solutions of differential equations, General solutions, Particular solution,
Initial and boundary value problems, Degree and order of ODEs
 Formulation of first-order ODEs: Case studies related to finding age of
fossils, Mixing problems and free fall motion, finding temperature of a
building, RL, RC circuits, Airplane take-off problem, Population
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Analytical Methods of Solution for First-order ODEs

 Variable separable method, Reduction to variable separable form,
Homogeneous equations, Differential equations reducible to
homogeneous form, Solution of the related ODE models by these methods
 Exact equations, Integrating factors, Linear equations and related
examples, Bernoulli’s equations, Orthogonal trajectories and solution of
the related ODE models by these methods
Mathematical Models Based on Second-order ODEs
 Formulation of a single RLC circuit, Spring mass systems, Earthquake
model of a single story building
 Bungee Jumper model, Bridge collapse problem etc.
Analytical Methods of Solution for Second-order ODEs
 Homogeneous linear ODEs, Method of reduction order, Wronskain
determinant to check independence of the solution, and related examples
 Cauchy-Euler equations and related examples, Non-homogeneous linear
ODEs, Method of undetermined coefficients
 Method of variation of parameters and related example
 Analytical solution of the related ODE models by these methods
Series Solution for Second-order ODEs
 Series solution of ODEs and convergence tests.
 Series solution of Legendre equation, Frobenious method of solution for
Bessel equation and related applications.
Laplace Transform
 Laplace Transform, Derivation of Basic formulae, Inverse Laplace
Transform, First shift theorem
 Laplace transform of integrals and derivative, Solution of second order
ODEs by Laplace Transform, Unit step function and its Laplace
transform, Second shift theorem, Convolution
 Application of Laplace transform to a system of ODEs and related
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Partial Differential Equations

 Partial Differential Equations and their types, Applications of partial
differential equations in Engineering
 Separation of Variables Method (SVM) and solution of wave equation by
the SVM
 Solution of heat equation by the SVM
Teaching Methodology (Proposed as applicable):
Lectures (audio/video aids), Written Assignments/ Quizzes, Tutorials, Case
Studies relevant to engineering disciplines, Semester Project, Guest Speaker,
Industrial/ Field Visits, Group discussion, Report Writing
Assessment:
Mid semester exam/one hour tests, Report writing/ Presentation, Assignments,
Project Report, Quizzes, Semester final exam.
Suggested Books:
 Kreyszig, Erwin. 2011. Advanced Engineering Mathematics. Wiley.
 Zill, Dennis G. 2016. Advanced Engineering Mathematics (6th ed.). Jones
& Bartlett Learning.
 McKay, Louis Toft and A.D.D. 1951. Practical mathematics. Pitman.
London.
 Ross, Shepley L. 1989. Introduction to Ordinary Differential Equations.
John Wiley & Sons.
 Rao, K. Sankara. 2010. Introduction to Partial Differential Equations. Phi.
 Dennis G.Zill, Michael R. Cullen. 2009. Differential Equations with
Boundary Value Problems. Brooks/Cole.

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Probability & Statistics

Area Scope:
The knowledge units in this area collectively encompass the following:

 To understand the basic concept of Statistics and Probability and their

need in engineering.
 To Describe properties and classifications of probability density
functions, regression analysis and interval estimation
 To Apply different probability and statistics techniques in engineering
problems
Course Outline
Basic Statistics
 Statistics, Branches of Statistics, Importance of statistics, population,
sample, observation, variables, measurement of variable, Data, primary
data, secondary data
Data Presentation
 Frequency distribution (grouped, ungrouped), stem and leaf display,
histogram, frequency polygon, cumulative frequency polygon, Simple &
Multiple Bar diagrams
Measure of Central Tendency
 Arithmetic Mean (A.M), Geometric Mean (G.M), Harmonic Mean (H.M),
Quantiles (Median, Quartiles, Deciles, Percentiles), Mode, Applications
of Averages
Measure of Dispersion
 Background, Range, Quartile deviation, Mean deviation, Variance,
Standard deviation, Coefficient of variation, Moments, Moments ratios,
Skewness, Kurtosis
 Applications in different Engineering Disciplines
Simple Regression, Correlation and Curve Fitting
 Introduction to regression theory, Simple linear regression line, Line
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 Simple correlation, coefficient of correlation, fitting of a first and second

degree curve, fitting of exponential and logarithmic Curves, related
problems.
 Principle of least squares.
Probability and Random Variables
 Probability review, Laws of probability, Conditional probability,
Bayesian theorem, independent, dependent events.
 Random variables, Discrete and Continuous random variables,
Probability mass and density functions, Distribution functions,
Mathematical expectation,
 Variance of random variable, Bivariate distribution, Joint probability
distribution, Moment generating function
Probability Distributions
 Discrete distributions:
 Bernoulli distribution, Binomial, Geometric, Negative binomial, Hyper-
geometric, Poisson distribution, Properties and application of these
distributions.
 Continuous Distributions: Uniform Distribution, Exponential
distribution, Normal distribution, Applications
Sampling and Sampling Distributions
 Introduction, Population, Parameter & Statistic, Objects of sampling,
Sampling distribution of Mean, Standard errors, Sampling & Non-
Sampling Errors,
 Random Sampling, Sampling with & without replacement, Sequential
Sampling, Central limit theorem.
 Applications in relevant engineering discipline
Statistical Inference and Testing of Hypothesis
 Introduction to inferential statistics, Estimation, hypothesis testing of
population mean, proportion.
 Variance, Applications in Engineering

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Teaching Methodology (Proposed as applicable):

Lectures (audio/video aids), Written Assignments/ Quizzes, Tutorials, Case
Studies relevant to engineering disciplines, Semester Project, Guest Speaker,
Industrial/ Field Visits, Group discussion, Report Writing
Assessment:
Mid semester examination/one hour tests, Report writing/ Presentation,
Assignments, Project Report, Quizzes, semester final exam.
Suggested Books:
 Introduction to Statistical theory part 1, by Sher Muhammad Chuadary
(Latest Edition)
 Advanced Engineering Mathematics, by Erwin Kreyszig (Latest Edition)
 Probability and Statistics for Engineers and Scientists, by Antony Hayter.
 Elementary Statistics, by Bluman.
 Walpole, Ronald E. 2009. Introduction to Statistics (5th ed.). Macmillan.

Multivariate Calculus and Transforms

Area Scope:
The knowledge units in this area collectively encompass the following:
 To develop a clear understanding of fundamental concepts of
multivariable variable calculus
 To describe of the concept of gradient, multiple integrals in rectangular,
polar, cylindrical and spherical coordinates, directional derivatives, and
optimization problem.
 To apply the concepts line integrals, surface integrals, volume integrals,
Green's, Stokes', Gauss theorems to different engineering problems
 Apply various transforms to solve complex integration.
Course Outline:
Geometry of Space:
 Analytical Space Geometry, Cylindrical and Spherical coordinates, Lines
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Vector-Valued Functions and Motion in Space:

 Functions of several variables, their limits and continuity, Quadratic
Surfaces, Parametric representation of curves, Velocity and Acceleration,
Arc length, Tangent, Normal, Bi-normal, Curvature & Torsion.
Partial Differentiation:
 Partial derivatives, Total Differentials, Chain Rule with More Variables,
Directional derivatives
Applications of Partial Derivatives:
 Optimization Problems, Extrema of functions of several variables,
Conditional extrema, Lagrange Multipliers and Example.
Multiple Integrals:
 Double Integration, Order of Integration, Double Integrals in Polar
Coordinates, Applications: Mass and Average Value, Moment of Inertia,
Triple Integrals, Rectangular and Cylindrical Coordinates, Applications
and Examples, Triple Integrals in Spherical Coordinates.
Vectors in 3-D Space:
 Introduction to vectors, Scalar and vector product, Volume of
parallelepiped and tetrahedron, Gradient of a Scalar Field, Divergence of
a Vector Field, Curl of a Vector Field.
Integration in Vector Fields:
 Line Integral, Integration around Closed Curves. Work Done, Potential
and Related Examples, Conservative and non-Conservative Fields,
Green’s Theorem, Divergence Theorem, Stoke’s Theorem, Applications
of Double and Triple integrals.
Power Series:
 Taylor Series, Laurent Series, Singularities, Zeros and poles, Residue
integration method, Residue theorem.
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Laplace Transformation:
 Linearity, Scaling, First shifting theorem, Heaviside’s Shifting theorem,
 Inverse Laplace transformation, Properties of inverse Laplace
 Convolution theorem, Applications in relevant engineering discipline
 Special functions (Gamma, Beta functions, Periodic functions, Error
function), and Fourier Transforms.
 Fourier series, Fourier Sine and Cosine series.
 Fourier transform, Fourier cosine and sine transform, properties.
 Applications in relevant engineering discipline.
Z-Transformation:
 Z-transform, Properties of Z-transform, linearity and scaling, Standard Z-
transform, Inverse Z-transform.
 Inverse Z- transform by using residue, convolution theorem of Z-
transform.
 Formation of difference equation and its solution using Z-transform.
Teaching Methodology (Proposed as applicable):
Lectures (audio/video aids), Written Assignments/ Quizzes, Tutorials, Case
Studies relevant to engineering disciplines, Semester Project, Guest Speaker,
Industrial/ Field Visits, Group discussion, Report Writing
Assessment:
Mid semester exam/one hour tests, Report writing/ Presentation, Assignments,
Project Report, Quizzes, Semester final exam.
Suggested Books:
 Thomas' Calculus by George B. Thomas, Jr., Maurice D. Weir, Joel R.
Hass. Pearson, USA.
 George B. Thomas, Jr. and Ross L. Finney, Calculus and Analytic
Geometry
 Swokowski, Onlinick & Pence: Calculus
 Robert T. Smith & Roland B. Minton: Calculus
 Calculus: Early Transcendental by James Stewart, Brooks/Cole USA.
 Advanced Engineering Mathematics, by Erwin Kreyszing, Latest Edition

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 R. J. Beerends, Fourier and Laplace Transform, Cambridge University

Press, Latest Edition.
 Jeffry A, Advanced Engineering Mathematics, Elsevier, Latest Edition.

Applied Physics
Course Outline:
Vectors:
Review of vectors, Ordinary Differentiation of Vector, Gradient of Scalar field,
Divergence and Curl of Vector Field, Line, surface and volume integrals with their
applications.
Mechanics:
Newton Laws and their Applications(Simple Accelerometer, Banked Curve and
Rotor), Frictional Forces and determination of Co-efficient of Friction, Work-
Energy Theorem, applications of law of Conservation of Energy, Angular
Momentum, Centre of Mass of two-particles, Many-particles and Solid Object.
Electricity & Magnetism:
Electric field due to Discrete and Continuous Charge Distributions, Electrostatic
Potential of discrete and Continuous charges, Gauss’s Law and its Applications,
Lorentz Force and Hall Effect, Ampere’s Law, Magnetic Field due to current
element (Circular Current Loop and Solenoid)
Waves & Oscillations:
Types of Waves and Superposition Principle, Wave Speed on a stretched string,
Wave equation, Energy & Power of a Wave, Principle of Superposition and
Standing Waves. Simple Harmonic oscillations. Forced & damped oscillations.
Optics and Lasers:
Huygens Principle, Two-slit interference, Single-Slit Diffraction, Resolving power
of Optical Instruments, Lasers and laser light, Working principle of lasers.
Atomic and Nuclear Physics:
Planck’s explanations of Black Body Radiation, Photoelectric Effect, Compton
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Conduction of Electricity in Solids:

The electrical properties of solids, Energy level in a crystalline solid, Insulators,
metals, semiconductors, doped semiconductors. The p-n Junction, the Transistor.
Teaching Methodology (Proposed as applicable):
Lectures (audio/video aids), written assignments/quizzes, tutorials, case studies
relevant to engineering disciplines, semester project, guest speaker, industrial/field
visits, group discussion, report writing
Assessment:
Mid-semester exam, report writing/presentation, assignments, project report,
quizzes, end-semester exam
Suggested Books:
 Halliday, Resnick and Walker, “Fundamentals of Physics” 10th Edition
Extended
 Hugh D. Young and R.A. Freedman, University Physics. 12th Edition
 Raymond A Serway and John W. Jawett, Jr. Physics for Scientists and
Engineers with modern Physics, 09th Edition.

Engineering Chemistry
Area Scope:
Knowledge area of this subject collectively provides comprehensive foundation of
engineering physics with emphasis on:
 Demonstrate working knowledge of applied chemistry and its application
to aerospace engineering field.
 Chemical Reactions
 Galvanization
 Electrolysis
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Course Outline:
 Give an introduction to various types of corrosion and its prevention.
 Develop an understanding of Electrochemistry, Galvanic cell, Cell
Reactions.
 Explain the concept of Reduction potentials, The Hydrogen electrode,
Standard reduction potentials table, cell potentials.
 Compare electrolytic and galvanic cells, Electrolysis.
 Predict the products in an electrolysis reaction.
 Introduce batteries and the various types of batteries.
 Give examples of types of corrosion and the different types of
electrochemical corrosion.
 Give an introduction to thermo-chemistry, Internal energy.
 Introduce the First law of thermodynamics, Heat of combustion, Heat of
formation, Heat of Neutralization.
Teaching Methodology (Proposed as applicable):
Lectures (audio/video aids), Written Assignments/ Quizzes, Tutorials, Case
Studies relevant to engineering disciplines, Semester Project, Guest Speaker,
Industrial/ Field Visits, Group discussion, Report Writing
Assessment
Mid Semester Exam/One hour tests, Report writing/ Presentation, Assignments,
Project Report, Quizzes, Semester Final Exam.
Suggested Books:
 Jespersen, Brady and Hyslop. 2015. Chemistry: The Molecular Nature of
Matter and Change. (7th ed.). John Wiley and Sons, Inc.

 O.V. Roussak and H.D Gesser. 2013. Applied Chemistry: A Text book of
Engineers and Technologists. (2nd ed.). Springer,

 Petrucci, Herring, Madura and Bisonnette. 2017. General Chemistry:

Principles and Modern Applications (11th ed.). Pearson
 James E. Brady and Frederick A. Senese. 2007. Chemistry: Matter and its
Changes (5th Edition) John Wiley and Sons.

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Social Sciences Courses

Professional Ethics
Area Scope:
The objective of this course is to grasp ideals and principles as they have been
spelled out in a variety of traditional ethical systems and to apply these conceptual
structures and guidelines to major problems and dilemmas of engineering practices
in a corporate culture.
Course Outlines:
 Engineering Ethics, Ethical concepts, and Types
 Moral Autonomy, Kohlberg’s & Gilligan’s Theory
 Profession and Professionalism
 Moral Reasoning, Ethical Theories
 Critique codes of ethics
 Moral frameworks, Personal commitments and professional life
 Engineering as social experimentation
 Involving the public in the design process, Case studies for engineering as
social experimentation
 Assessment of safety and risk, Design considerations, uncertainty
 Risk-benefit analysis, Safe-exit and fail safe systems
 Case Studies for the Design Process Case studies in impact of safety/risk
on design
 Employee/employer rights and responsibilities
 Confidentiality and conflict of interest
 Whistle-blowing, case studies on professional behavior/policies on the job
 Environment, sustainable development, Multinational corporations,
globalization of engineering
Teaching Methodology (Proposed as applicable):
Lectures (audio/video aids), Written Assignments/ Quizzes, Case Studies relevant
to engg disciplines, Group discussion, Report Writing.
Assessment:
OHTs, Report writing/Presentation, Assignments, Project Report, Quizzes, Final
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Suggested Books:
 Ethics in Engineering 4th edition, by Mike W. Martin, Roland
Schinzinger, McGraw-Hill, New York, 2005.
 Fundamentals of Engineering Economics, 3rd ed., by Chan S. Park
 Engineering Ethics: Concepts and Cases, 4th edition, by Charles E.
Harris, Michael S. Pritchard, Michael J. Rabins, Wadsworth, 2008.
 The Seven Habits of Highly effective people by Stephan r. Covey
 Principle Centered Leadership Stephan r. Covey
 Change your lens change your life by (Faiez H. Seyal)
 How to Manage by Ray Wild
 Happiness by Richard Layard

Social Anthropology
Area Scope:
 Learning human nature
 Study of the processes and results of cultural contacts
Course Outlines:
 Application of anthropological skills by professional engineers and other
related practitioners.
 Generating an understanding of societal growth needs within our own
cultural environment.
 Develop the understanding of societal growth needs within our cultural
environment; such a body of applied knowledge will result in improving
professional performance of would-be engineers.
 Explain the culture and societal role which play an important part towards
human activities.
 Allow students to relate technical skills to the societal needs and
requirements.
 Develop the understanding of students to relate the technical skills with
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Teaching Methodology (Proposed as applicable):

Lectures (audio/video aids), Written assignments/ Quizzes, Tutorials, Case Studies
relevant to Engg. Disciplines, Semester project, Guest speaker, Industrial/ Field
visits, Group discussion, Report Writing.
Assessment:
Mid-exam, Report writing/Presentation, Assignment, Project report, Quizzes, Final
exam/ assessment.
Suggested Books:
 Ahmad, Akbar S. 1990. Pakistani Society, Karachi, Royal Books Co.
 Bernard, H. Russel. 1994. Research Methods in Anthropology,
Qualitative and Quantitative Approaches. London: Sage Publications
 Bodley, John H. 1994. Cultural Anthropology, California: Mayfield
Publishing Co.
 Brogger, Jan. 1993. Social Anthropology and the Lonely Crowd. New
Delhi: Reliance Publishing
 Ember, Carol R. & Ember Melvin. 2005. Anthropology, 11th ed.
Englewood Cliffs: Prentice Hall, Ince. Harper and Row
 Harris Marvin. 1987. Cultural Anthropology. New York: Harper and
Row
 Harris Marvin. 1985. Culture, People, Nature; An Introduction to General
Anthropology London: Harper and Row
 Haviland, W. A. (2005). Anthropology: The Human Challenge. New
York, Thomson Learning Inc.
 Hertzler J. O. 1981. The Social Structure of Islam. Cambridge: Cambridge
University Press.
 Keesing, Roger M. 1998. Cultural Anthropology: A contemporary
perspective. (3rd ed.). New York: Harcourt Brace College Publishers.
 Kottak, Conard Phillip. 2002. Anthropology: The Exploration of Human
Diversity. (9th ed.). Boston: McGraw Hill Higher Education.
 Kennedy, Charles H. 1992. Pakistan London: Westview Press.
 Marron, Stanley. 1057. Pakistani Society and Culture. New Heaven
 Wilson, Richard A. 1996. Human Rights, Culture and Context:
Anthropological Perspective. London: Pluto Press.

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Sociology for Engineers

Area Scope:
This course is meant to provide engineering students with an opportunity to view
the discipline of sociology from the engineering perspective and will highlight its
application to the engineering profession. This will also enable the engineers to fit
their technical ideas into a socially acceptable product /project in a more successful
manner. The knowledge units in this area collectively encompass the following:

 To introduce the methods and philosophy of social science to help their

understanding of the socio-cultural dimension of human existence as a
fundamental reality in engineering projects etc.
 To provide opportunity for students to begin the process of considering
social problems/ issues while designing engineering products.
 To allow engineers to play a pro-active role in critical discussions of social
issues specifically.
 To demonstrate comprehension of roles and functions of various social
institutions, state organizations, Professional bodies and relationships for
analyzing their social impact Assessment.
Course Outlines:
Fundamental Concepts and Importance of Sociology for Engineers
What is sociology? Nature, Scope, and Importance of Sociology, Sociological
Perspectives and Theories, Social Interactions, Social Groups/ Social Institutions
& heir interface with Engineering Project/services, Sociology & Impact of
Technology & Engineering Products/Projects on Society.
Cultural Impacts of Engineering Projects on Society
Definition of Culture, Types of Culture & Elements of Culture, Culture & Power,
Authority, Dominance Socialization and Personality, Role of Engineering Projects
on Culture, social norms and values of Society, Cultural Infusion of Engineers in
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Theoretical Perspective of Sociology: Diffusion and Innovation; Adoption and

Adaptation; Social development; Community Development
Community Development & Social consequences of Industrialization,
Development Processes of Societal Development, Cooperation and Conflict in
Community Development in Engineering Context.
Understanding of Societal & Ethical Norms and Values for Engineers
Engineering Ethics, Engineering product/services for less privileged, Role of Engg
& Technology in addressing Social inequality, Core Social Values/Norms affecting
Engg Performance
Organizational Social Responsibility (OSR) of Engineers
 Extenttowhichdevelopmentintendstosensitizesocietalandunder-
privileged needs
 Gender inclusiveness and balance
 Special and Disadvantaged Community of the Area
 Planning for community inclusiveness
 Societal Obligation of Engineers
Engineers, Society and Sustainability
Social System and Concept of Sustainable Development Technology and
Development, Population Dynamics in Pakistan, Causes and Consequences of
Unplanned Urbanization, Community Development, Programs in Pakistan,
Community Organization & Engineering Projects, Population, Technological &
Industrial expansion and Development with focus on social/human/ethical
dimensions.
Industrial & Organizational Psychology
Interpersonal Relations, Interpersonal Behavior, Formation of Personal Attitudes,
Language and Communication, Motivations and Emotions, Impact of Technology
on human feelings and level of Sensitivity
Climate Change and Ecological Friendliness from Engineering Perspective
Ecological Processes, Ecosystem and Energy, Impact of Engineering Projects on
Eco System & Human Ecology, Industrial & Environmental impact on Population
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Environment, Social Impact of Technology & Engineering Products & Services

(Solid Waste Disposal, Pollution control etc).
Social Approaches and Methodologies for Development Administration &
Stakeholders Analysis
All Phases of the Project (pre, post and execution) Structured, Focused Group,
Stakeholder Consultative Dialogues etc. Dynamics of Social Change, Sociology of
Change and Industrial Development, Social Change due to Technology Driven
Economic Growth.
SIA (Social Impact Assessment)
Base line and need-assessment, evaluation and impact assessment surveys of the
development projects. Role of Engg & Technology for Creating Social
Cohesiveness & Societal Integration. Technology Based change in Collective
Behavior, Social Audit of Engineering Projects.
Engineering Intervention for Social Stratification
Factors of Social Stratification, Engineering Interventions for addressing Social
Stratification, Social Mobilization through Technological Innovation.
Case Studies of Different Development Projects in Social Context
Teaching Methodology (Proposed as applicable):
Lectures (audio,/video aids), Written Assignments/ Quizzes, Tutorials, Case
Studies relevant to engg disciplines, Semester Project, Guest Speaker, Project /
Field Visits, Group discussion, Community Service, Report Writing, Social Impact
Review and Social Audit of Engg Project
Assessment:
Mid semester exam/one hour tests, Report writing/ Presentation, Assignments,
Project Report, Quizzes, Semester Final exam.
Suggested Books:
 Godhade, J. B., and S.T. Hunderkari. 2018. Social Responsibility of
Engineers. International Journal of Academic Research and Development.
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 Nichols, S.P. and Weldon, W.F. 2017. Professional Responsibility: The

Role of Engineering in Society Center for Electro-mechanics, The
University of Texas at Austin, USA.
 Aslaksen, E.W. 2016. The Relationship between Engineers and Society:
is it currently fulfilling its potential? Journal and Proceedings of the Royal
Society of New SouthWales, Vol. 148. Nos.455-456. Gumbooya Pty Lte,
Allambie Heights, Australia.
 Bell, S. Engineers, Society and Sustainability. Synthesis Lectures on
Engineers, Technology, and Society. Edited by Caroline Baillie,
University of Western Australia. Morgan and Claypool Publishers
 Jamison, A., Christensen, S.H., and Lars, B.2011.A Hybrid Imagination:
Science and Technology in Cultural Perspective.
 Vermaas, P., Kroes, P., Poet, l., and Houkes, W. 2011. A Philosophy of
Technology: From Technical Artefacts to Socio technical systems.
 Mitcham, C., and Munoz, D.2010. Humanitarian Engineering. Morganand
Claypool Publishers. Riley, D.2008.Engineering and Social Justice.
Morgan and Claypool Publishers.
 Bugliarello, G.1991.TheSocial Functions of Engineering: A Current
Assessment, a Chapter in “Engineering as a Social Enterprise”.

Sociology
Area Scope:
The knowledge units in this area collectively encompass the following:

 To introduce the necessary subject knowledge and understanding required

for the successful study of Sociology and related Social Science
disciplines at undergraduate.
 To develop skills of application, analysis and evaluation in the context of
the study of Social Science.
 To develop a knowledge and understanding of sociology both at a global
and national level.
 To introduce the planning and organization skills necessary to develop as
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 To develop the confidence and competence of the students as learners and

to assist them in taking some responsibility for their own learning through
directed study and reading.
Course Outlines:
 Introduction: Sociological Perspective,
 The Development of Sociology,
 The Role of Values in Sociology, Prejudice In Early Sociology,
 Theoretical Perspective in Sociology. Culture: Components of Symbolic
Culture, Subcultures and Counter Cultures, Cultural Universals, Animals
and Culture,
 Technology and Global Village, Sociology and New Technology.
 Socialization: Social Development of Self, Mind, and Emotions.
 Socialization into Gender Social Structure and Interaction.
 Social Institutions. Research in Sociology: Research Model, Research
Methods. Experiments, Ethics.
 Bureaucracy and Formal Organizations, Rationalization of Society,
Formal Organizations and Bureaucracy.
 Voluntary Associations Social Classes, Economy, Politics, Power and
Authority, Family, Medicine, Health and Illness, Population and
Urbanization, Social Movements.
 Social Psychology with special reference to attitudes, attributions and
behavior, Emotions, Cognition and Thinking, Reasoning, Problem-
Solving and Creativity, Personality, Intelligence, and Abnormal Behavior,
etc.
 Introduction to the Field of Organizational Behaviour.
 Conflict and Negotiation in the Workplace.
 Leadership in Organizational Settings and Organizational Culture.
 Ethics: In General an introduction and the development of ethical theory.
 Ethics in Islam, a comprehensive view with different ethics approaches
and Ethics Theories.
 Research Methods for Society and Sociology.

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Teaching Methodology (Proposed as applicable):

Lectures (audio/video aids), Written Assignments/ Quizzes, Tutorials, Case Studies
relevant to engineering disciplines, Semester Project, Guest Speaker, Industrial/
Field Visits, Group discussion, Report Writing
Assessment:
Mid Semester Exam/One hour tests, Report writing/ Presentation, Assignments,
Project Report, Quizzes, Semester Final Exam.
Suggested Books:
 Henslin, Sociology: A Down-to-Earth Approach, 11th edition.
 D. Kendall, Sociology in our Times. Wadsworth Pub Co.

Social Psychology
Area Scope:
To impart knowledge of social psychology of attraction; attitudes and prejudice;
altruism and aggression; personal and social identities; conformity; group influence
and their applications in the real world.
Course Outlines:
 Principles of sociology and psychology with emphasis on the individual
and his/her reciprocal interaction with groups
 Basic psychological factors, attribution and perception of others, attitudes
and attitudinal change, social attitudes, altruism, helping others,
aggression, hurting others, prejudice, disliking others, discrimination and
stereotypes
 Language and communication, society and cultures, culture and
personality, small groups and their relation to the individual, leadership
and group dynamics. Attraction, attitudes and prejudice; altruism and
aggression; personal and social identities, conformity, group influence,
moral and ethical issues, harassment,
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Teaching Methodology (Proposed as applicable):

Lectures (audio/video aids), Written Assignments/ Quizzes, Tutorials, Case Studies
relevant to engineering disciplines, Semester Project, Guest Speaker, Industrial/
Field Visits, Group discussion, Report Writing
Assessment:
Mid semester exam/One hour tests, Report writing/ Presentation, Assignments,
Project Report, Quizzes, Semester final exam.
Suggested Books:
 Edward Alsworth Ross, “Social Psychology”, Macmillan, 2006.
 Emory Stephen Bogardus, “Essentials of Social Psychology”, Univ. of
Southern, California Press, 2006.
 Hewstone, M., & Stroebe, W. (Eds.), “Introduction to Social
Psychology”, 3rd ed., Oxford: Blackwell Publishers, 2006.
 Lesko, W.A. “Readings in social psychology General, classic, and
contemporary selections, 6th ed., 2006.

Community Services
Area Scope:
Community service-learning provides a variety of benefits to the students and the
community service has a unique way of developing an individual's leadership
skills, sense of community, civic ethic, self-esteem, and other personal
characteristics. Every service activity benefits a specific individual or group.
Whether it is building homes for the poor, serving victims of chronic or terminal
illness, tutoring children, addressing environmental needs or any other service,
there is a person or group who ultimately benefits from your time. Finally, the
organization where you conduct your service benefits enormously. Volunteers can
make important contributions to Community benefit agencies (nonprofit) and
government programs in their attempt to deal with the complex and growing needs
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Course Outlines:
 Develop and implement service programs
 Develop workplace communication strategies
 Analyze impacts of sociological factors on clients in community work and
services
 Manage and promote diversity
 Manage legal and ethical compliance
 Facilitate workplace debriefing and support processes
 Reflect on and improve own professional practice
 Manage work health and safety
 Assess co-existing needs
 Coordinate complex case requirements
 Develop, facilitate and review all aspects of case management
 Provide case management supervision
 Undertake project work
 Lead and manage team effectiveness
 Manage personal work priorities and professional development
 Manage meetings
Teaching Methodology (Proposed as applicable):
Lectures (audio/video aids), Written Assignments/ Quizzes, Tutorials, Case
Studies relevant to engineering disciplines, Semester Project, Guest Speaker,
Industrial/ Field Visits, Group discussion, Report Writing
Assessment:
Mid Semester Exam/One hour test, Report writing/ Presentation, Assignments,
Project Report, Quizzes, Semester Final Exam.
Suggested Books:
 Schools and Community: The Communitarian Agenda in Education By
James Arthur; Richard Bailey, Falmer Press, 2000.
 Studying Service-Learning: Innovations in Education Research
Methodology by Shelley H. Billig, Alan S. Waterman , Lawrence
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Organizational Behavior
Course Outlines:
Introduction to Organizational Behavior
 Organizational Disciplines and topics
 Psychological Perspective
 Social-Psychological Perspectives
Structure and Control in Organization
 Introduction of Bureaucracy
 Managerial Work
 Contingency theory
 Organizational Design
Individual and Work Learning
 Learning Theories
 Learning and Work
Stress
 Types of Stress and Work
 Occupational Stress Management
Individual Differences
 Personality and its factors
 Personality dimensions and social learning Intelligence
Motivation and Job Satisfaction
 Needs at Work
 Theories of Motivation and job satisfaction
 Correlates of Job satisfaction
Group and Work
 Social Interaction
 Dramaturgy and impression Management
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Group and Inter group Behavior

 Group Structure & Norms
 Group Processes
 How throne Studies
Leadership
 Leadership as an attribute
 Leadership Style
Patterns of Work
 Work-the classical approach
 Marx, Weber, & The critique of labor
 Foucault & Disciplinary Power
 Conflict and Consent in Work
 The labor Process debate
 Work place control and resistance
 Industrial conflict and industrial relations
Organizational Culture
 Organizational culture and strategic management
 Exploring organizational culture
 Evaluating concept of culture
Teaching Methodology (Proposed as applicable):
Lectures (audio/video aids), Written Assignments/ Quizzes, Tutorials, Case
Studies relevant to engineering disciplines, Semester Project, Guest Speaker,
Industrial/ Field Visits, Group discussion, Report Writing
Assessment:
Mid semester exam/one hour tests, Report writing/ Presentation, Assignments,
Project Report, Quizzes, Semester Final Exam.

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Suggested Books:
 Finchan, R., & Rhodes, P. (2003), Principles of Organizational
Behaviour, 3rd Oxford.
 Noe, R., Hollenbeck, J. Gerhart, B., & Wright, P. (2006), Human
Resource Management, 5th ed., McGraw Hill.
 Newstrom John W. (2007), Organizational Behaviour, (12 th Ed), McGraw
Hill.
 Luthan Fred, (2005), Organizational Behaviour, McGraw Hill Inc.
 Robins, Stephen, (2005), Organizational Behaviour, McGraw Hill Inc.

Engineering Economics
Course Outlines:
Engineering Economics
 Role of engineers in business
 Economic decisions v/s design decisions
 Large scale engineering projects and types of strategic economic
decisions
 Fundamental principles of engineering economics
Interest Rate and Economic Equivalence
 Interest: The Cost of Money
 Economic Equivalence
 Development of Formulas for Equivalence Calculation
 Unconventional Equivalence Calculations
Understanding Money and Its Management
 Nominal and Effective Interest Rates
 Equivalence Calculations with Effective Interest Rates and with
Continuous Payments
 Changing Interest Rates
 Debt Management
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Present-Worth Analysis
 Project Cash Flows
 Initial Project Screening Methods: payback Screening and Discounted
Cash Flow Analysis
 Variations of Present-Worth Analysis
 Comparing Mutually Exclusive Alternatives
Annual Equivalent-Worth Analysis
 Annual Equivalent-Worth Criterion
 Capital Costs versus Operating Costs
 Applying Annual-Worth Analysis
 Life-Cycle Cost Analysis
 Design Economics
Rate-of-Return Analysis
 Rate of Return and Methods of Finding It
 Internal Rate-of-Return Criterion
 Mutually Exclusive Alternatives
Cost Concepts Relevant to Decision Making
 General Cost Terms; Classifying Costs for Financial Statements
 Cost Classifications for Predicting Cost Behavior
 Future Costs for Business Decisions
 Estimating Profit from Production
Depreciation and Corporate Taxes
 Asset Depreciation: Economic versus Accounting
 Book and Tax Depreciation Methods (MACRS)
 Depletion
 Income Tax Rate to be used in Economic Analysis
 The Need for cash Flow in Engineering Economic Analysis
Developing Project Cash Flows
 Cost-Benefit Estimation for Engineering Projects
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Project Risk and Uncertainty

 Origins of Project Risk
 Methods of Describing Project Risk: Sensitivity, Break-Even and
Scenario Analysis
Special Topics in Engineering Economics
 Replacement Decisions
 Capital Budgeting Decisions
 Economic Analysis in the Service Sector
Teaching Methodology (Proposed as applicable):
Lectures (audio/video aids), Written Assignments/ Quizzes, Tutorials, Case
Studies relevant to engg disciplines, Semester Project, Guest Speaker, Industrial/
Field Visits, Group discussion, Report Writing
Assessment:
Mid semester examination/one hour tests, Report writing/ Presentation,
Assignments, Project Report, Quizzes, semester final exam.
Suggested Books:
 Contemporary Engineering Economics by Chan S. Park, 6 th edition,
Pearson 2015, ISBN: 9780134105598
 Engineering Economic Analysis by Donal G. Newnan, Jerome P. Lavelle,
Ted G. Eschenbach, 12th edition, Oxford University Press, ISBN: 978-
0199339273
 Engineering Economy by Leland T. Blank and Anthony Tarquin.
 William G. Sullivan, Elin M. Wicks, C. Patrick Koelling. 2012.
Engineering Economy (15th ed.).

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Cultural Courses
Islamic Studies and Ethics
Course Description:
The Islam is a religion of peace and harmony for all humans based on knowledge
and guidance in the Holy Quran. The basic teachings of Islam are comprehensive,
practicable and universal. Therefore, this course briefly presents the vision of life
and applied aspects of ethical system.
Area Scope:
 To enhance understanding of Islamic Culture and Civilization
 To understand values and social system in Islam
 To improve students’ ethical and professional skill and critical thinking
Course Outlines:
Islam – Religion of Peace and Harmony
 Basic Concepts – Islam, Quran and Hadith
 Faith and Religious Life
o Selected Verses of Surah Al-Baqara Related to Faith (Verse No-284-
286)
o Selected Verses of Surah Al-Mumanoon Related to Characteristics of
Faithful (Verse No-1-11)
Islamic Culture and Civilization
 Basic Concepts and of Characteristics of Islamic Culture and Civilization
 Education System of Islam
 Political System of Islam – Dynamics, Sovereignty and Institutions
 Economic System of Islam – Principles, Riba, Trade and Commerce
 Acceptance of Other Religions – Interfaith Harmony
 Foreign Policy
Social System of Islam
 Basic Concepts of Social System in Islam
 Elements of Family and their Rights - Parents, Women, Husband & Wife,
Children
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 Social Rights – Neighbors, Relatives and Society

 Equality and Brotherhood
o Selected Verses of Surah al-Furqan Related to Social Ethics (Verse
No.63-77)
 Concept of Welfare State – Period of Khilafat-e-Rashida
Professional Ethics and Morality
 Basic Concepts - Islam and Ethics
o Selected Verses of Surah Al-Inam Related to Ihkam (Verse No-152-
154)
 Profession and Professionalism in Islam
 Characteristics of a Professional
o Truthfulness, Honesty, Sincerity, Patience, Gratitude, Meditation and
Research
 Role for Human Safety and Environment
 Time Management
 Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) – Role Model
o Selected Verses of Surah Al-Hujrat Related to Adab Al-Nabi (Verse
No-1-18)
o Selected Versus of Surah Al-Ihzab Related to Adab Al-Nabi (Verse
No. 6, 21, 40, 56, 57, 58)
Islam and Science
 Islam and Science
 Role of Muslims in Science and Education
 Critical Thinking and Innovation
o Selected Verses of Surah Al-Hashar (18,19,20) Related to thinking,
Day of Judgment
o Selected Verses of Surah Al-Saf Related to Tafakar, Tadabar (Verse
No1,14)
Note: All topics should be taught/covered in the light of relevant Verses from
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Teaching Methodology (Proposed as applicable):

Lectures (audio/video aids), Written Assignments/ Quizzes, Tutorials, Case Studies
relevant to engg disciplines, Semester Project, Guest Speaker, Industrial/ Field
Visits, Group discussion, Report Writing
Assessment:
Mid Term, Report writing/ Presentation, Assignments, Project Report, Quizzes,
Final Term
Suggested Books:
 Al-Qur’ān ‫( القرآن‬selected text).
 Sayyid Tāhir Rasūl Qādri ‫ دروس قرآن‬52 (Karachi: Islamic Research
Academy, 7th ed., 2017).
 Sayyid Hasan-uddin Ahmad, ‫ تعلیمات قرآنی‬2-vols., (Karachi: Jasarat
Publications, 1998).
 Muhammad Shafī‘,‫( معارف القرآن‬Karachi: Dar-ul-Isha’at, 2000).
 Sayyid Abu’l A‘lā Mawdūdī, ‫ تفہیم القرآن‬6vols., (Lahore: Islamic
Publications, 1998). [Preambles of all (114) chapters.]
 Amin Ahsan Islahi, ‫( تدبرالقرآن‬Lahore: Farān Publications, 2005).
 Khawaja Abdul Waheed, ‫( موضوعات قرآن وانسانی زندگی‬Islamabad: Islamic
Research Institute, 3rd ed., 1997).
 Khurram Murad, ‫( رب کا پیغام‬Lahore: Manshūrat, Mansoora, 2000)
 Hameed ullah Muhammad, “Emergence of Islam”, Islamic Research
Institute (IRI), Islamabad
 Hameed ullah Muhammad, “Muslim Conduct of State” Sh Muhammad
Ashraf, Kashmir Bazar, India (Latest Edition)
 Hameed ullah Muhammad, “Introduction to Islam” Compiled by The CSS
Point, www.thecsspoint.com
 Hussain Hamid Hassan, “An Introduction to the Study of Islamic Law”
leaf Publication Islamabad, Pakistan, (Latest Edition).
 H.S. Bhatia, “Studies in Islamic Law, Religion and Society” Deep & Deep
Publications New Delhi (1989).
 Islamic Education by A. S. Bukhari & M. D Zafar, Latest Edition.
 Muslim’s character by M. Al-Ghazali, Latest Edition.

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Pakistan Studies and Global Perspective

Area Scope:
The knowledge units in this area collectively encompass the following:

 Have a better understanding of the rationale for the creation of Pakistan.

 Enable students to contribute in social, political and economic growth of
Pakistan.
 Become a part of strong nation with a sense of ownership and
responsibility towards Pakistan
 Play an active role toward sustainable development of Pakistan in global
perspective.
Course Outlines: Time Duration
Historical and Ideological Perspective 5 hrs
a. Pakistan Movement
 Aligarh Movement
 Two Nations Theory
b. Founders of Pakistan
 Allama Muhammad Iqbal
 Quaid-e-Azam Muhammad Ali Jinnah
 Other Leaders (Women and other Pakistan Movement Leaders)
c. Quaid’s Vision for Pakistan
d. Kashmir – An unfinished Agenda of Partition
Constitution of Pakistan 4 hrs
a. An overview of constitutional development in Pakistan
b. Salient features of the Constitution of 1973
c. Constitutional Amendments
d. Fundamental Rights and Responsibilities of Citizens
Contemporary Pakistan 4 hrs
a. Pakistan’s society, culture and demography – celebrating diversity
b. Current Challenges: social, economic, environmental, political and
external
c. Nation’s resilience in War on Terror

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Economy of Pakistan 4 hrs

a. An overview of Economy
b. Services, Manufacturing and Agricultural Profile of Pakistan
c. Regional Economic Cooperation
d. One Belt One Road (OBOR) – CPEC
Land of Opportunities 4 hrs
a. Physical features: diversity and beauty
b. Natural resources - mineral, water, energy, agriculture & livestock, and
marine resources
c. Tourism and Culture
Pakistan’s Foreign Policy 5 hrs
a. Foreign Policy – Principles and Objectives
b. Relations with Neighbors
c. Major Economies
d. Muslim World
e. Geo-political and strategic significance of Pakistan in Regional and
Global Politics
Pakistan in pursuit of Global Agenda 4 hrs
a. SDGs-2030 - Pakistan Goals
b. Commitments on Climate Change
c. Peace and Security
Teaching Methodology (Proposed as applicable):
Lectures (audio/video aids), Written Assignments/ Quizzes, Tutorials, Case Studies
relevant to engg disciplines, Semester Project, Guest Speaker, Industrial/ Field
Visits, Group discussion, Report Writing
Assessment:
Mid Term, Report writing/ Presentation, Assignments, Project Report, Quizzes,
Final Term

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Suggested Books:
 Khalid B. Sayeed, Pakistan: The Formative Phase 1857 – 1948, Pakistan
Publishing House, 1960
 Gulam Allana, Quaid-e-Azam: the story of Pakistan, Ferozsons, 1967.
 Shahid M. Amin, Pakistan’s Foreign Policy: A Reappraisal, Oxford
University Press, 2010.
 S. Akbar Zaidi, Issues in Pakistan’s economy, Oxford University Press,
2003.
 Hamid Khan, Constitutional & political history of Pakistan, Oxford
University Press, 2003
 Rafi Raza, Pakistan in Perspective 1947-1997, Oxford University Press,
2003
 Sharif-ul-Mujahid, The Ideology of Pakistan, Progressive Publishers,
1974.
 Ziring Lawrence, Pakistan in the Twentieth Century, Oxford University
Press, 1997 -
 Burke S. M. & Ziring Lawrence, Pakistan’s Foreign Policy, Oxford
University Press, 1973. Mohammad Qadeer , Pakistan
 Climate Change Policies-Ministry of Climate Change, Islamabad-
http://mocc.gov.pk/
 Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)- www.pc.gov.web/sdg/sdgpak
 Economic Survey of Pakistan- http://finance.gov.pk/survey_1617.html
 Foreign Policies- Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Pakistan
http://mofa.gov.pk/
 Population Census of Pakistan- Economic Survey of Pakistan
http://finance.gov.pk/survey_1617.html
 Issues in Pakistan's Economy by S. Akbar Zaidi, ISBN: 0195790529.
 Pakistan's Foreign Policy: A Reappraisal by Shahid M. Amin. ISBN:
0195798015
 Newspapers editorial and selected journalistic writings on current affairs.
 Pakistan (Lands, Peoples, & Cultures) by Carolyn Black, Bobbie Kalman.
ISBN: 0778797147

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Management Sciences Courses

Engineering Project Management

Area Scope:
The primary objective of this course is to get the fair understanding of core issues
pertaining to Engineering Project Management. This course is aimed at providing
both basic and some advanced exposure to emerging trends in the field of Project
Management, so as to enable the engineering professionals of tomorrow to
successfully complete sophisticated projects within the constraints of capital, time,
and other resources with due regards to stakeholders set of expectations.
Engineering students will learn key Project Management skills and strategies and
will be able to face emerging challenges.
Core Objectives:
 To develop competencies in project costing, budgeting, and financial
appraisal;
 To gain exposure to project Planning Control and Management, using
standard tools and schedule variance analysis;
 To appreciate the elements of risk and quality in hi-tech projects;
 To learn Project Management by “practice”, through the medium of “End
of Semester Group Project”; and
 To appreciate and understand the use of computers in Project
Management, especially a tool like MS Project & Primavera etc.
Course Outline:
Project Management Concepts
History of Project Management, Introduction to Project Management, Project,
Program & Portfolio Management, Project characteristics, Objectives&
Requirements, Project Phases/Stages, Project Life Cycle, Project Environment,
Project Scope & Project Charter, Project Manager, Project Stakeholder Analysis.
Project Proposal Development
Project Proposal, Characteristics of good proposal, Types of Proposals, Request for
Proposal, Request for Quotation etc.). Proposal Templates etc.

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Project Feasibility
Brief review of various aspects of Project Feasibility like Technical, Social,
Managerial, Economic, Financial & Marketing, Administrative etc.
Project Selection Criteria (Economic Analysis of Engineering Projects)
Using Break Even Analysis, Cost Benefit Ratio, Internal Rate of Return, Net
Present Value etc.
Project Contract & Procurement Management
Engineering contracts, Type of contracts, understanding of procurement Process &
Cycle, PPRA Rules
Project Planning and Scheduling
Project Planning (Resource & HR Planning), Work Breakdown Structure, Project
Network & Scheduling, Manning Schedule and Activity Charts, Critical Path
Method (CPM)/Project Evaluation & Review Techniques
Project Costing & Estimation
Cost Estimation in Projects, Cost components in projects and methods for cost
estimation in projects, Cost Control in Projects, Estimation of Outstanding Work,
Earned Value Management, Schedule & cost variance analysis
Project HRM & Communication Management
Effective organization and communication for Successful Projects, Project
Organizational Structures (Project matrix and project based organizations), Project
HR Plan preparation, HR Need Assessment and HR Matrix, Building and
Managing effective project team, Selection & control mechanism of HRM in
Projects, Effective Communication Plan.
Project Risk Management
Definitions Project Risk, Project Risk Management Tools, Types of Project Risk,
Project Risk Assessment, Risk Identification and Mitigation, Monitoring &
Controlling Risk, Generic Risk Management Strategies & Technique.
Computer Application in Project Management
Basic/Elementary Introduction and hands on basic exposure of use of MS Project
& Primavera P6 Software in Project Management

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Project Quality Management

Defining Quality, Quality Assurance, Quality Management, 7 Quality
Improvement Tools as applied to Project Management, Project Quality
Management Plan, Quality Management Processes and Strategies
Project Closure & Termination
Project Evaluation, defining project success, Project Completion Criteria, Project
Audit, Project Termination &When to close a project, the termination process,
Project Close Up & lesson learnt, & Project Archive
Teaching Methodology (Proposed as applicable):
Lectures (audio/video aids), Written Assignments/ Quizzes, Tutorials, Case Studies
relevant to engg disciplines, Semester Project, Guest Speaker, Industrial/ Field
Visits, Group discussion, Report Writing
Assessment:
Mid Term, Report writing/ Presentation, Assignments, Project Report, Quizzes,
Final Term
Suggested Books:
 Project Management: A system Approach to Planning, Scheduling and
Controlling latest Edition, Harold Kerzner
 Bennett, F. Lawrence. Latest edition. The management of engineering.
New York: Wiley.
 Cleland, David. Latest edition Field guide to project management. New
York: Wiley.
 Eisner, H. Essentials of project management and systems engineering
management. New York: Wiley, latest edition.
 Frame, J. D. Managing projects in organizations. San Francisco:
Jossey-Bass
 Goldratt, Eliyahu. Latest edition Critical chain. North River Press.
 Haynes, M.E. Project management: From idea to implementation. Los
Altos, CA: Crisp Publications latest edition.
 Lewis, James, Project planning, scheduling & control. New York:
McGraw-Hill, latest edition.

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 Lewis, James, P. Latest edition. Mastering project management. New

York: McGraw-Hill
 Lientz, Bennet & Rea, Kathryn. Latest edition. Project management for
the 21st century. San Diego: Academic Press.
 Miller, Roger & Lessard, Donald. Latest edition. The strategic
management of large engineering projects. Cambridge, MA: MIT Press.
 Nicholas, J.M. Managing business & engineering projects. Englewood
Cliffs, NJ: Prentice Hall, latest edition
 Shtub, Avraham, Bard, Jonathan, & Globerson, Shlomo. 1994. Project
management: Engineering, technology, and implementation. Englewood
Cliffs, Prentice-Hall latest edition.
 Project Management by Adrienne Watt, latest edition.
 J.R. Meredith and S.J. Mantel. Project Management: A Managerial
Approach. John Wiley and Sons. New York. Latest edition.

Entrepreneurship
Area Scope:
 Develop a business plan with an appropriate business model
 Demonstrate the ability to provide a self-analysis in the context of an
entrepreneurial
 career
 Demonstrate the ability to find an attractive market that can be reached
economically
Course Outlines:
 Basic Concept-Entrepreneurship
 Innovation and Entrepreneurship
 Basic Plan Development Cycle
 Intellectual Rights
 Financial and Legal Modalities
 Marketing
 Industrial Competiveness

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 Gap Analysis, Critical Thinking and Idea Generation

 Business Plan Development
 Successful Case Studies (local)
Teaching Methodology (Proposed as applicable):
Lectures (audio/video aids), Written Assignments/ Quizzes, Tutorials, Case Studies
relevant to engg disciplines, Semester Project, Guest Speaker, Industrial/ Field
Visits, Group discussion, Report Writing
Assessment:
Mid Term, Report writing/ Presentation, Assignments, Project Report, Quizzes,
Final Term
Suggested Books:
 Michael J Etzel, Bruce J Walker, William J Stanton, Marketing, McGraw-
Hill, latest edition.
 William D. Bygrave and Andrew Zacharak, Entrepreneurship 2nd Edition,
Wiley, latest edition.
 Entrepreneurship by Hisrich, McGraw- Hill, latest edition.
 Principles of Marketing, Cotrell McGraw- Hill, latest edition.
 Paul Burns and Jim Dew Hurst: Small Business and Entrepreneurship,
latest edition.
 P.N. Singh: Entrepreneurship for Economic Growth, latest edition.
 Peter F. Drucker: Innovation and Entrepreneurship Peter F. Drucker, latest
edition.
 John B. Miner: Entrepreneurial Success, latest edition.
 “Marketing that Works: How Entrepreneurial Marketing Can Add
Sustainable Value to Any Sized Company”, by Leonard Lodish, Howard
Morgan, Shellye Archambeau and Jeffrey Babin, Pearson FT Press, latest
edition.
 "Entrepreneurial Marketing," Lessons from Wharton's Pioneering MBA
Course, Morgan, H. L., A. Kallianpur, and L. M. Lodish, John Wiley &
Sons, latest edition.

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Principles of Management
Area Scope
 The focus will be on the learning fundamental principles of management
and of managing people and organization.
 Develop analytical and conceptual framework of how people are managed
in small, medium and large public and private national and international
organizations.
Course Outlines:
 Introduction, overview and scope of discipline
 The evolution and emergence of management thought
 Management functions
 Planning concepts, objectives, strategies and policies
 Decision making
 Organizing; departmentalization, line/staff authority, commitments and
group decision making
 Staffing: principles of selection, performance, career planning
 Leading: Motivation, leadership, communication
 Controlling: the system, process and techniques of controlling
 Management and Society: future perspective
Teaching Methodology (Proposed as applicable):
Lectures (audio/video aids), Written Assignments/ Quizzes, Tutorials, Case Studies
relevant to engg disciplines, Semester Project, Guest Speaker, Industrial/ Field
Visits, Group discussion, Report Writing
Assessment:
Mid Term, Report writing/ Presentation, Assignments, Project Report, Quizzes,
Final Term
Suggested Books:
 Stephen P. Robins, Mary Coulter: Management, latest edition.
 H. Koontz Odonnel and H. Weihrich: Management, latest edition.
 Mc Farland: Management: Foundation and Practice, latest edition.
 Robert M. Fulmer: The New Management, latest edition.

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Engineering Management
Course Outlines:
 Industrial networks
 Fundamentals of Product and Process development
 Business Community and New Generations of Managers
 Practical Skills Knowledge and Experience in Commercialization of New
Technological Inventions
 Use of Multidisciplinary Science Based Knowledge,
 Problem Solving, Teamwork and Outreach Activity,
 Major steps in proof of concept to intellectual property protection,
 Prototype development
 Fabrication and assembly routes
 Materials procurement,
 Identification and creation of new markets
 Development of business plan
 Appropriate technology and marketing
 Distribution and financing
 Routes and strategies for specific technology under development.
Teaching Methodology (Proposed as applicable):
Lectures (audio/video aids), Written Assignments/ Quizzes, Tutorials, Case Studies
relevant to engg disciplines, Semester Project, Guest Speaker, Industrial/ Field
Visits, Group discussion, Report Writing
Assessment:
Mid Term, Report writing/ Presentation, Assignments, Project Report, Quizzes,
Final Term
Suggested Books:
 R. A. Bulgelman, Strategic Management of Technology and innovation,
latest Edition McGraw Hill.

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