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CURRICULUM FRAMEWORK AND SYLLABUS
(OUTCOME BASED EDUCATION)
B. TECH. (POLYMER SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING)
(with effect from the academic year 2020─21)
COCHIN UNIVERSITY OF SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY
Kalamassery, Cochin - 682022 Kerala, India Phone: 0484 – 2577290
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Vision
The Department strives develop to a Centre of Excellence in Polymer Technology in the country
by strengthening in-house infrastructure and taking up collaborative Research and Development
in frontier areas.
Mission
As a Department we are committed to:
Acquire state-of-the-art infrastructure and take up inter-disciplinary research in frontier
areas.
Achieve academic excellence in the field of Polymer Science and Rubber Technology
through innovative teaching - learning processes.
Prepare well-trained human resource in Polymer Science and Rubber Technology who can
contribute positively to the developmental efforts of the Nation.
Promote good academia - industry interaction.
OUTCOME BASED EDUCATION
Programme Educational Objectives (PEO)
PEO1:
To mould well-trained human resource in the field Polymer Science and Rubber
Technology to support the Nation in its endeavor to be self - reliant and self-
sufficient.
PEO2:
To instill in students a quest for exploring new knowledge areas, improving
academic credentials and acquiring new leadership and entrepreneurial skills
PEO3:
To prepare graduates who are morally upright and sensitive to the environmental
issues and needs of the society.
Graduate Attributes for Polymer Science and Engineering (GA)
1. Problem Analysis: Identify, formulate, research literature, and solve complex Polymer
Science and Engineering problems reaching substantiated conclusions using fundamental
principles of Basic Science, Engineering science, and relevant domain disciplines.
2. Design /Development of Solutions: Evaluate Polymer Science and Engineering problems
and design products and processes that meet specific needs of the industry with
appropriate consideration for public health and safety, cultural, societal, and
environmental considerations.
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3. Conduct Investigations of Polymer Science and Engineering Problems: Use research-
based knowledge and research methods including design of experiments, analysis and
interpretation of data, and synthesis of the information to provide valid conclusions.
4. Professional Ethics: Understand and commit to professional ethics and cyber regulations,
responsibilities, and norms of a professional in Polymer Science and Engineering.
5. Life-long Learning: Recognize the need and have the ability, to engage in independent
learning for continuous development as a Polymer Engineer.
6. Project Management And Finance: Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of the
Polymer Science and Engineering principles and apply these to one‘s own work, as a
member and leader in a team, to manage projects and in multidisciplinary environments.
7. Communication Efficacy: Communicate effectively with the Polymer Science and
Engineering community, and with society at large, through academic/ technical reports,
proper documentation and effective presentations.
8. Societal and Environmental Concern: Understand and assess societal, environmental,
health, safety, legal, and cultural issues within local and global contexts, and the
consequential responsibilities relevant to professional Polymer Science and Engineering
practice.
9. Individual and Team Work: Function effectively as an individual and as a member or
leader in diverse teams and in multidisciplinary environments.
10. Innovation and Entrepreneurship: Identify a timely opportunity and pursue it to create
value and wealth for the betterment of the individual and society at large.
Program Outcomes (POs)
A graduate of this major should be able to:
PO1.Engineering Knowledge: Apply the knowledge of mathematics, science, engineering
fundamentals, techniques, skills, and modern tools of polymer Science and engineering to the
solution of polymer engineering problems.
PO2.Problem Analysis: Identify, formulate, research literature, and analyze engineering
problems related to Polymer Science and Engineering to arrive at substantiated conclusions using
first principles of mathematics, natural, and engineering sciences.
PO3. Design/development of solutions: Design solutions for complex engineering problems and
design system components, processes to meet the needs of public health and safety, and the
cultural, societal, and environmental considerations in the field of Polymer Science and Rubber
Technology.
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PO4. Conduct investigations of complex Problems: Use research-based knowledge including
design of experiments, analysis and interpretation of data, and synthesis of the information to
provide valid conclusions for broadly defined polymer science and engineering problems.
PO5. Modern Tool Usage: Create, select and apply appropriate techniques, resources and
modern engineering and IT tools including prediction and modeling to Polymer Science and
Engineering activities with an understanding of the limitations.
PO6.The Engineer and Society: Apply reasoning informed by the contextual knowledge to assess
societal, health, safety, legal, and cultural issues and the consequent responsibilities relevant to
Polymer Science and Engineering.
PO7. Environment and Sustainability: Understand the impact of polymer science and
engineering solutions in a societal and global context.
PO8. Ethics: Apply ethical principles and commit to professional ethics and responsibilities and
norms of the engineering practice related to Polymer Science and Engineering.
PO9. Individual and team work: Function effectively as a member or leader on a technical team
and in multidisciplinary settings.
PO10. Communication: Communicate effectively with the engineering community and with
society at large. Be able to comprehend and write effective reports documentation. Make
effective presentations, and give and receive clear instructions regarding broadly defined
polymer science and engineering activities.
PO11. Project Management and Finance: Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of
engineering and management principles and apply these to polymer engineering related work.
PO12. Life-long learning: Exhibit a commitment to quality and timeliness, and develop the ability
to engage in life-long learning for continuous improvement.
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Anderson’s revised Bloom’s taxonomy of cognitive levels
Level
Description
Sample Objectives
Remember
Recognizes students’
ability to remember and
recall certain facts.
The students will recall the four major food
groups without error. The students will list at
least three characteristics peculiar to the Cubist
movement.
Understand
Involves students‘ ability
to read course content,
understand and interpret
important information
and put other‘s ideas into
their own words.
The students will summarize the main events of
a story in grammatically correct English. The
students will describe in prose what is shown in
graph form.
Apply
Students take new
concepts and apply them
to another situation.
The students will apply previously learned
information about socialism to reach an answer.
The students will demonstrate the principle of
reinforcement to classroom interactions.
Analyze
Students have the ability
to take new information
and break it down into
parts to differentiate
between them
The students will read a presidential debate and
point out the passages that attack a political
opponent personally rather than the
opponent‘s political programs. Students will
discriminate among a list of possible steps to
determine which one(s) would lead to increased
reliability for a test.
Evaluate
Involves students‘ ability
to look at someone else‘s
ideas or principles and
see the worth of the work
and the value of the
conclusions
Given any research study, evaluate the
appropriateness of the conclusions reached
based on the data presented. The students will
compare two pieces of sculpture, giving reasons
for their positive evaluation of one over the
other
Create
Students are able to take
various pieces of
information and form a
whole creating a pattern
where one did not
previously exist
After studying the current economic policies of
the United States, student groups will design
their own goals for fiscal and monetary policies.
The students will write a different but plausible
ending to a short story.
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REGULATIONS FOR B.TECH DEGREE COURSES IN POLYMER SCINECE AND ENGINEERING
UNDER FACULTY OF TECHNOLOGY, WITH EFFECT FROM 2020
1. Effective from: This regulation of the B. Tech. programme in Polymer Science and
Engineering offered by the Department of Polymer Science and Rubber Technology is with
effect from 2020-21 admission. The B.Tech (Polymer Science and Engineering ) course will
follow OBE system.
2. Total Credit: The curriculum of the B. Tech. programme shall have a minimum total of
160 credits.
a) This consists of core subjects, professional electives, open electives and industrial
electives.
b) The professional electives may be taken from the Department of from other
Departments in the campus. In cases where the elective is from other Departments,
the evaluation will be done by them.
c) The open elective is to be taken from the courses offered by NPTEL/
SWAYAM/Edex/Coursera. The electives from these list will be identified and
approved by the Department.
d) The credit obtained from these courses will be transferred to the University
e) The maximum number of open courses will be 20% of the total electives.
f) The industrial elective will be offered jointly with an industry. The evaluation will be
done jointly with the industry in a method mutually agreed upon.
3. Mode of Evaluation: The performance of the students in theory and practical courses
will be evaluated based on continuous assessment and end- semester examination. For
theory courses and practical courses, continuous assessment and end semester
examination will carry 50 % weightage each. The level of difficulty of the questions will
be: of 30 % easy, 40 % medium difficulty and 30 % tough.
4. Assessment: In each theory courses, the assessment pattern will be as follows:
a) Continuous Assessment:
Sl. No.
Break up
Maximum marks
1
I Periodical Test
15
2
II Periodical Test
15
3
Assignments
15
4
Attendance
5
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b) The marks awarded for attendance will be as follows:
Percentage Attendance
Marks
95-100
5
90 to less than 95
4
85 to less than 90
3
80 to less than 85
2
75 to less than 80
1
c) End Semester Examination:
The examination will be of 3 hours duration for which maximum marks will be 50.
d) Practical Courses
In each practical course, assessment pattern will be as follows:
1. Continuous assessment : 50 marks. For continuous assessment, marks may be
awarded on the basis of regularity and performance of the student in the
laboratory sessions.
2. End semester examination : 50 marks.
e) Normally both question paper setting and valuation of answer papers for all the
periodical tests shall be carried out by the teacher who has handled the course. The
question paper for the end semester examination for theory papers will be set by an
external examiner. The Controller of Examinations will make necessary arrangement
for settling the question papers and valuation of answer books for the end semester
examination.
f) The continuous assessment in laboratory course will be based on supervision of the
students work, their performance in viva voce examinations and the quality of their
work. The end semester examination for the laboratory courses shall be conducted
internally by the respective department / division with at least two faculty members
as examiners.
g) In the case of project work, a committee consisting of the Project Co-coordinator
(appointed by the Head of the Department), project guide and at least one senior
faculty member will carry out the assessment based on at least two interim reviews
and a final review just before the submission of the project report.
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h) The Viva voce examination at the end of VIII Semester will be conducted by a panel of
examiners consisting of the Head of the Department and one senior faculty of the
Department and one external expert.
i) A candidate shall allowed to improve the continuous assessment marks in theory /
laboratory courses subject to the following conditions :
1. He / she shall not combine the course work with his / her regular course work.
2. He / she shall repeat the theory/ practical course in a particular course only once
and satisfy the minimum attendance requirement of 75 percent in that particular
course.
3. He / shall not be allowed to repeat the course work of any semester if he / she has
already passed the semester examination in full.
5. Pass requirements.
A candidate has to obtain a minimum of 50 percent marks for continuous assessment and
end semester examination put together with a minimum of 45 percent marks in the end
semester examination for a pass in both theory and laboratory courses. That is , he / she
has to score a minimum of 23 marks out of 50 for the external examination.
6. Promotion to Higher Semesters
A candidate shall be eligible for promotion from one semester to the next semester only
if the following conditions are satisfied:
He/ she has secured a minimum of 75% attendance.
a) Promotion from one semester to the next semester shall be subject to the condition
that the candidate to be promoted to the n
th
semester should have earned a minimum
of (n-2)15 credits. This norm is applicable only from 5
th
semester onwards.
b) His / her progress and conduct have been satisfactory.
7. Attendance
a) The percentage of attendance of a candidate for a semester shall be indicated by a
letter code as given below
Percentage Attendance
Letter Code
90 and above
H
75 to less than 90
N
Less than 75
L
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b) A student whose attendance is less than 75% for a semester is not eligible to appear
for the end semester examination.
c) The Vice Chancellor shall have the power to condone shortage of attendance up to 10
percent on medical grounds on the recommendations the Head of Division /
Department. However, such condonation for shortage of attendance shall be given
only twice during the entire course.
8. Grading
a) Grades shall be awarded to the students in each course based on the total marks
obtained in continuous assessment and the end semester examination. The grading
pattern shall be as follows:
Marks obtained
(Percentage)
Grade
Grade Points
90-100
S
10
80 to less than 90
A
9
70 to less than 80
B
8
60 to less than 70
C
7
50 to less than 60
D
6
Less than 50
F
0
b) A student is considered to have credited a course or earned credits in respect of a
course if he / she secures a grade other than F for that course.
c) Grade Point Average.
The academic performance of a student in a semester is indicated by the Semester
Grade Point Average (SGPA)
SGPA = G1C1+O2C2+O3C3+…………GnCn
C1+C2+C3+……………………Cn
Where G refers to the grade point and C refers to the credit value of corresponding
course undergone by the student.
d) The cumulative grade point average (CGPA) will be calculated as
CGPA = S1T1+S2T2+S3T3+………SnTn
T1 + T2 + T3 + …………….Tn
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Where ‘S’ refers to the grade point average, ‘T’ refers to the total credits in that
semester.
e) Grade Card
The Grade Card issued at the end of the semester to each student by the Controller
of Examinations , will contain the following:
1. The code, title, number of credits of each course registered in the semester,
marks (internal, external , total, month & year of pass the subject)
2. The letter grade obtained (grade number)
3. The attendance code
4. The total number of credits earned by the student up to the end that semester
and
5. SGPA & CGPA (CGPA for final semester only)
A CGPA of 8.0 and above will be classified as FIRST CLASS WITH DISTINCTION and a
CGPA 6.5 above will be classified as FIRST CLASS. The percentage conversion formula
is Percentage of marks = (CGPA or SGPA – 0.5) * 10
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CURRICULUM
SEMETSER I
SI.
No.
Course Code
Subject
L
T
P
Cre
dits
Marks
Inter
nal
Exte
rnal
Total
1
20-214-0101
Engineering Mathematics I
2
1
0
3
50
50
100
2
20-214-0102
Engineering Physics
2
1
0
3
50
50
100
3
20-214-0103
Engineering Chemistry
2
1
0
3
50
50
100
4
20-214-0104
Engineering Graphics
1
2
0
3
50
50
100
5
20-214-0105
Basic Electrical Engineering and
Electronics
2
1
0
3
50
50
100
6
20-214-0106
Soft Skill Development
2
0
0
2
50
50
100
7
20-214-0111
Introduction to Industrial
Chemical Analysis (Lab)
0
0
2
1
50
-
50
8
20-214-0112
Basic Electrical Engineering and
Electronics (Lab)
0
0
2
1
50
-
50
9
20-214-0113
Language Lab
0
0
2
1
50
-
50
10
20-214-0131
Seminar (Non ─ Credit)
0
0
3
─
11
20-214-0135
Library (Non ─ Credit)
0
0
4
─
Total
11
6
13
20
450
300
750
SEMESTER II
1
20-214-0201
Engineering Mathematics II
2
1
0
3
50
50
100
2
20-214-0202
Engineering Mechanics
2
1
0
3
50
50
100
3
20-214-0203
Environmental Studies
3
0
0
3
50
50
100
4
20-214-0204
Mechanical Engineering
2
1
0
3
50
50
100
5
20-214-0205
Introduction to Macromolecular
Science and Engineering
3
0
0
3
50
50
100
6
20-214-0206
Fluid Mechanics
2
1
0
3
50
50
100
7
20-214-0211
Mechanical Engineering
Workshop
0
0
3
1
50
-
50
8
20-214-0212
Polymer Synthesis (Lab)
0
0
2
1
50
-
50
9
20-214-0231
Seminar (Non ─ Credit)
0
0
3
─
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10
20-214-0235
Library (Non ─ Credit)
0
0
4
─
Total
14
4
12
20
400
300
700
SEMESTER III
1
20-214-0301
Engineering Mathematics III
2
1
0
3
50
50
100
2
20-214-0302
Natural Rubber Production and
Technology
3
0
0
3
50
50
100
3
20-214-0303
Strength of Materials
2
1
0
3
50
50
100
4
20-214-0304
Heat and Mass Transfer
2
1
0
3
50
50
100
5
20-214-0305
Organic Chemistry
3
0
0
3
50
50
100
6
20-214-0306
Computer Programming
2
0
3
3
100
-
100
7
20-214-0311
Identification of Polymers (Lab)
0
0
2
1
50
-
50
8
20-214-0312
Chemical Engineering (Lab)
0
0
2
1
50
-
50
9
20-214-0331
Seminar (Non ─ Credit)
0
0
3
─
10
20-214-0335
Library (Non ─ Credit)
0
0
3
─
Total
14
3
13
20
450
250
700
SEMESTER IV
1
20-214-0401
Applied Statistics
2
1
0
3
50
50
100
2
20-214-0402
Quality Management Systems
and Safety
3
0
0
3
50
50
100
3
20-214-0403
Polymer Synthesis
3
0
0
3
50
50
100
4
20-214-0404
Science and Engineering of
Rubbers
3
0
0
3
50
50
100
5
20-214-0405
Plastic Materials
3
0
0
3
50
50
100
6
20-214-0431
Review Seminar
0
4
0
1
100
-
100
7
20-214-0411
Polymer Synthesis, Modification
and characterization (Lab)
0
0
4
2
50
-
50
8
20-214-0432
Seminar
0
0
3
1
30
30
9
20-214-0435
Library (Non ─ Credit)
0
0
4
─
Total
14
5
11
19
430
250
680
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SEMESTER V
1
20-214-0501
Plastic Processing
3
0
0
3
50
50
100
2
20-214-0502
Polymer Physics
3
0
0
3
50
50
100
3
20-214-0503
Rubber Processing and Products
Manufacture
3
0
0
3
50
50
100
4
20-214-0504
Fiber Science and Technology
3
0
0
3
50
50
100
5
20-214-0521-
23
Elective I
3
0
0
3
50
50
100
6
20-214-0524-
26
Elective II
3
0
0
3
50
50
100
7
20-214-0511
Polymer Characterization and
properties (Lab)
0
0
2
1
50
-
50
8
20-214-0512
Analysis of Rubber Compounds
and Ingredients (Lab)
0
0
3
1
50
-
50
9
20-214-0531
Seminar
0
0
3
1
30
30
10
20-214-0535
Library (Non ─ Credit)
0
0
4
─
Total
18
0
12
21
430
300
730
SEMESTER VI
1
20-214-0601
Latex Technology
3
0
0
3
50
50
100
2
20-214-0602
Characterization and Testing
Methods
3
0
0
3
50
50
100
3
20-214-0603
Polymer Products Design
3
0
0
3
50
50
100
4
20-214-0604
Polymer Rheology
3
0
0
3
50
50
100
5
20-214-0621-
23
Elective III
3
0
0
3
50
50
100
6
20-214-0624-
26
Elective IV
3
0
0
3
50
50
100
7
20-214-0651
Minor Project
0
0
3
1
100
-
100
8
20-214-0611
Latex and Dry rubber Technology
(Lab)
0
0
2
1
100
-
100
9
20-214-0631
Seminar
0
0
3
1
30
30
10
20-214-0635
Library (Non ─ Credit)
0
0
4
─
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Total
18
0
12
21
530
300
830
SEMESTER VII
1
20-214-0701
Polymer Composites and Blends
3
0
0
3
50
50
100
2
20-214-0702
Introduction to MouId and Die
Design
3
0
0
3
50
50
100
3
20-214-0703
Failure Analysis of Polymers
3
0
0
3
50
50
100
4
20-214-0704
Industrial Management
3
0
0
3
50
50
100
5
20-214-0721-23
Elective V
3
0
0
3
50
50
100
6
20-214-0724-26
Elective VI
3
0
0
3
50
50
100
7
20-214-0711
Polymer Products Testing (Lab)
0
0
2
1
50
-
50
8
20-214-0731
Review paper based on Elective
4
1
60
60
9
20-214-0732
Soft skill/ start up workshop
(Non ─ Credit)
0
0
3
─
10
20-214-0735
Library (Non ─ Credit)
0
0
3
─
Total
18
0
12
20
410
300
710
SEMESTER VIII
1
20-214-0841
Project Work Report and Viva
Voce
0
0
22
12
200
200
400
2
20-214-0842
Industrial Training
0
0
4
3
50
50
100
3
20-214-0861
Open Elective I
2
0
0
2
─
50
50
4
20-214-0862
Open Elective II
2
0
0
2
─
50
50
Total
4
0
26
19
250
350
600
GRAND TOTAL
111
18
111
160
3350
2350
5700
Electives
Elective I
20-214-0521 Paints and Surface Coatings
20-214-0522 Adhesives Technology
20-214-0523 Disaster Management
Elective II
20-214-0524 Biodegradable Polymers
20-214-0525 Polymers and Environment
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20-214-0526 Polymers for packaging
Elective III
20-214-0621 Polymers for Electrical & Electronics Applications
20-214-0622 Footwear Technology
20-214-0623 Polymer Recycling
Elective IV
20-214-0624 Specialty Polymers
20-214-0625 Materials Science
20-214-0626 Introduction to Biomaterials and Medical Devices
Elective V
20-214-0721 Tyre Technology
20-214-0722 Polymer process modelling and simulation
20-214-0723 Smart and intelligent polymers
Elective VI
20-214-0724 Polymers in Space
20-214-0725 Polymer nanocomposites
20-214-0726 Professional Ethics in Engineering
Credits
Category
Theory
Lab
Total
Basic Sciences
21
1
22
Eng. Sciences
16
2
18
Humanities/management/computer
14
1
15
Core
54
9
63
Prog. Elective
18
0
18
Open Elective
4
0
4
Project& Industrial training
15
0
15
Seminar & minor project
5
0
5
Total Credits
160
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SYLLABUS
CORE PAPERS
SEMESTER I
20-214-0101 Engineering Mathematics I
Course Outcome
On successful completion of the course, the students will be able to:
CO 1:
Recall the methods of differentiation and integration. (Understand)
CO 2:
Solve ordinary differential equations and linear differential equations of higher
orders with constant coefficient and apply them in engineering problems. (Apply)
CO 3:
Explain the concept of partial derivative. (Understand)
CO 4:
Estimate the maxima and minima of multi variable functions. (Analyse)
CO 5:
Evaluate area as double integrals and volume as triple integrals in engineering
applications. (Analyse)
CO 6:
Apply multiple integrals in plane area, surface area & volumes of solids. (Apply)
CO 7:
Illustrate the application and physical meaning of gradient, divergence and curl.
(Apply)
CO 8:
Evaluate line, surface and volume integrals. (Evaluate)
Mapping of course outcomes with program outcomes:
Level – Low (1), Medium (2) and High (3)
PO1
PO2
PO3
PO4
PO5
PO6
PO7
PO8
PO9
PO10
PO11
PO12
CO 1
1
1
1
1
CO 2
1
1
1
1
1
CO 3
1
1
1
1
1
CO 4
1
1
1
1
1
CO 5
1
2
1
1
1
CO 6
1
1
1
1
1
CO 7
1
1
1
1
1
CO 8
1
1
1
1
1
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Unit 1. Ordinary differential equations ‒ First order differential equations – exact differential
equations. Bernoulli’s equations – methods of solution and simple applications. Linear differential
equations of higher orders with constant co-efficient – methods of solution of these equations.
Cauchy’s linear differential equations. Simultaneous linear differential equations : simple
applications of linear differential equations in engineering problems – electrical circuits,
mechanical systems.
Unit 2. Partial differentiation ‒ Concept of partial derivative, chain rule, total derivative. Euler’s
theorem for homogeneous functions. Differentials and their applications in errors and
approximations. Jacobians: maxima and minima of functions of two variables (proof of the result
not required), simple applications. Co-ordinate systems : rectangular co-ordinates, polar co-
ordinates – in plane and in space, cylindrical polar co-ordinates, spherical polar co-ordinates.
Unit 3. Integral calculus ‒ Application of definite integrals : area, volume, arc length, surface area.
Multiple integral : evaluation of double integrals, change of order of integration, evaluation of
triple integrals, change of variables in integrals. Applications of multiple integrals : plane area,
surface area & volumes of solids.
Unit 4. Vector calculus ‒ Scalar and vector point functions, gradient and directional derivative of a
scalar point function, divergence and curl of vector point functions, their physical meaning.
Evaluation of line integral, surface integral, and volume integrals. Gauss’s divergence theorem.
Stoke’s theorem (no proofs). Conservative force fields, scalar potential.
References
1
S.S. Sastry, Engineering mathematics, Vol.1., 4
th
Edn., PHI Learning (2009).
2
Erwin Kreyzig, Advanced Engineering Mathematics, 10
th
Edn., John Wiley& Sons
(2010).
3
T. Veerarajan, Engineering Mathematics, 3
rd
Edn., Tata McGraw Hill Publishers
(2012).
4
B.S.Grewal, Higher Engineering Mathematics, 43
rd
Edn., Khanna Publishers (2015).
20-214-0102 Engineering Physics
Course Outcome
On successful completion of the course, the students will be able to:
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CO 1:
Describe the concepts of interference and diffraction of light. (Understand)
CO 2:
Explain the polarization of light. (Understand)
CO 3:
Interpret modern devices and technologies based on lasers. (Apply)
CO 4:
Demonstrate the technologies based on optical fibres. (Apply)
CO 5:
Explain the basic principles of crystal physics. (Understand)
CO 6:
Describe the types and properties of metallic glasses. (Understand)
CO 7:
Discuss the basic concepts of quantum mechanics. (Understand)
CO 8:
Explain the Schrodinger equation. (Understand)
Mapping of course outcomes with program outcomes:
Level – Low (1), Medium (2) and High (3)
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1
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1
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1
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Unit 1. Interference of light ‒ Michelson interferometer, applications: interference in thin films,
antireflection coatings, interference filters. Fringes produced by air wedge, testing of flat
surfaces. Diffraction of light, zone plate: plane diffraction grating, reflection and transmission
gratings. Determination of wavelength of light, dispersive and resolving powers. Polarization of
light : double refraction, Nicol’s prism, quarter and half wave plates, elliptically and circularly
polarized light, optical activity, specific rotation, half-shade polarimeter, applications of
polarized light.
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Unit 2. Laser ‒ Introduction, properties, interaction of radiation with matter, absorption,
spontaneous and stimulated emission, principle of laser, Einstein coefficients – conditions for
getting laser, population inversion, metastable state. Basic components of a laser, different
types of lasers. Construction, working and applications of Ruby laser, Neodymium YAG laser,
He-Ne laser. Applications of laser in medicine, industry, science and communication.
Holography – basic principle, comparison with ordinary photography. Recording and
reconstruction of holograms, applications. Fibre optics – basic structure of an optical fibre,
propagation of light in an optical fibre. Classifications: step-index fibre and graded index fibre,
single mode and multimode. Numerical aperture of a step-index fibre and graded index fibre,
acceptance angle and acceptance cone, modes of propagation, applications.
Unit 3. Crystallography – Basis, space lattice, unit cell, unit cell parameters, crystal systems,
Bravais lattices. Three cubic lattices : SC, BCC, and FCC. Number of atoms per unit cell, co-
ordination number, atomic radius, packing factor. Relation between density and crystal lattice
constants. Lattice planes and Miller indices. Separation between lattice planes in SC – Bragg’s
law. Bragg’s x-ray spectrometer. Liquid crystals : display systems – merits and demerits. Metallic
glasses: types of metallic glasses (metal-metalloid glasses, metal-metal glasses) – properties of
metallic glasses (structural, electrical, magnetic and chemical properties). Shape memory alloys,
shape memory effect.
Unit 4. Quantum mechanics ‒ Introduction, quantum theory of black body radiation and
photoelectric effect (brief ideas only). Matter waves, de Broglie wavelength, wave packet,
uncertainty principle, wave function, physical interpretation. Time dependent Schrodinger
equation for a free particle, time independent Schrodinger equation.
References
1
S. Mani Naidu, A Text book of Engineering Physics, Pearson (2010).
2
A.S. Vasudeva, Modern Engineering Physics, 6
th
Edn., S. Chand & Co. (2013).
3
S.O. Pillai and Sivakami, Applied Physics, 2
nd
Edn., New Age International (P) Ltd.
(2008).
4
G.S. Raghuvanshi, Engineering Physics, 3
rd
Edn., Prentice Hall of India (2016).
5
Prabir K. Vasu and Hrishikesh Dhasmana, Engineering Physics, Ane books Pvt. Ltd.
(2010).
6
M.R. Sreenivasan, Physics for Engineers, 2
nd
Ed., Anshan (2011).
7
J. Jacob Philip, A Textbook of Engineering Physics, 2
nd
Edn., Educational
Distributers and Publishers (2012).
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20-214-0103 Engineering Chemistry
Course Outcome
On successful completion of the course, the students will be able to:
CO 1:
Interpret the basic principles and concepts of quantum mechanics. (Understand)
CO 2:
Explain energy level diagrams of diatomic molecules. (Understand)
CO 3:
Describe bonding in solids and theories in solid state chemistry. (Understand)
CO 4:
Describe solid surface characterization. (Understand)
CO 5:
Explain fundamentals of electrochemistry. (Understand)
CO 6:
Describe principles of electrochemical devices. (Apply)
CO 7:
Explain the chemistry of a few important engineering materials. (Understand)
CO 8:
Discuss the properties and applications of engineering materials. (Understand)
Mapping of course outcomes with program outcomes:
Level – Low (1), Medium (2) and High (3)
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1
1
1
1
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1
1
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1
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1
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1
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Unit 1. Quantum Chemistry ‒ Schrodinger equation : Derivation from classical wave equation,
operator form of the equation. Application of Schrodinger equation to 1-D box solutions.
Significance of wave functions, probability and energy. Application of 1-D box solutions to
conjugated molecules. Forms of hydrogen atom wave functions and the plots of these functions
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to explore their spatial variations. Energy level diagrams of diatomic molecules, Pi-molecular
orbitals of butadiene, and benzene and aromaticity.
Unit 2. Solid state chemistry ‒ Fundamentals, bonding in solids. Born-Haber cycle. Point defects.
Methods to improve reactivity of solids. Free electron theory, band theory, Fermi level in
semiconductors, molecular field theory of magnetic materials. Conventional and organic
superconductors, high temperature superconductors and liquid crystals – applications. Solid
surface characterization : electron spectroscopy for chemical analysis, chemical shift, BET
isotherm – thermodynamics of adsorption.
Unit 3. Electrochemistry ‒ Fundamentals : electrode potentials, types of electrodes, salt bridge,
emf measurement, concentration cells, acids and bases, buffer solutions, pH measurements,
polarization, overvoltage. Power generation : secondary cells, fuel cells, photovoltaic effect,
solar cells. Corrosion : different forms of corrosion, prevention of corrosion.
Phase Rule : terms involved and examples, application of phase rule to one component water
system, two-component systems (simple eutectic systems).
Unit 4. Engineering materials ‒ Industrial polymers : Thermoplastics, thermosets, elastomers,
fibers, adhesives. Nanomaterials : definition, classification and applications. Nanometals and
nanoceramics – examples and properties. Lubricants : classification, functions and properties.
Mechanism of lubrication. Refractories : classification and properties. Manufacture, setting and
hardening of portland cement, lime and plaster of paris. Chemistry of optical fibres, fullerenes
and organoelectronic materials (introduction only). Lubricants : introduction. Mechanism of
lubrication, solid and liquid lubricants. Properties of lubricants : viscosity index, flash and fire
point, cloud and pour point, aniline value. Refractories : classification and properties.
References
1
Bruce. M. Mahan, R. J. Meyers, University Chemistry, 4
th
Edn., Pearson publishers
(2009).
2
Peter W. Atkins, Julio de Paula, James Keele, Atkin’s Physical Chemistry, 11
th
Edn.,
Oxford publishers (2018).
3
M. J. Sienko, R. A. Plane, Chemistry: Principles and Applications, 3
rd
Edn., Mc Graw-
Hill publishers (1980).
Edited in July 2022 for submission to Academic Council.
4
B.L. Tembe, M.S. Krishnan, Kamaluddin, Engineering Chemistry (NPTEL Web
Course).
5
Shashi Chawla, A Text book of Engineering Chemistry, Dhanpat Rai & Co. (2017).
20-214-0104 Engineering Graphics
Course Outcome
On successful completion of the course, the students will be able to:
CO 1:
Prepare drawings as per Indian standards. ( Apply)
CO 2:
Understand the construction of conic sections. (Understand)
CO 3:
Produce orthographic projection of straight lines and planes. (Understand)
CO 4:
Draw orthographic projection of solids. (Analyse)
CO 5:
Draw the projection of polyhedra and solids of revolution. (Apply)
CO 6:
Understand development of surface of different geometric shapes. (Apply)
CO 7:
Construct isometric scale, isometric projections and views. (Analyse)
CO 8:
Draw different views of simple machine elements. (Apply)
Mapping of course outcomes with program outcomes: Level – Low (1), Medium (2) and High
(3)
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Unit 1. Introduction to engineering graphics ‒ Drawing instruments and their use.
Familiarisation with current Indian standard code of practice for general engineering drawing.
Scales : plain, Vernier, diagonal. Conic sections : construction of ellipse, parabola, hyperbola.
Construction of cycloid, involute, Archimedian spiral and logarithmic spiral – drawing tangents
and normal to these curves.
Unit 2. Introduction to orthographic projections ‒ Plane of projection, principles of first angle
and third angle projections, projection of points in different quadrants.
Orthographic projection of straight lines parallel to one plane and inclined to the other plane,
straight lines inclined to both the planes, true length and inclination of lines with reference
planes, traces of lines. Projection of plane laminae of geometrical shapes in oblique positions.
Unit 3. Projection of characterisation and solids of revolution ‒ Frustum, projection of solids
with axis parallel to one plane and parallel or perpendicular to other plane, projection of solids
with axis inclined to both the planes, projection of solids on auxiliary planes. Section of solids
by planes inclined to horizontal or vertical planes – true shape of sections. Introduction to
isometric projection, isometric scales. Isometric projections : prisms, pyramids, cylinders, cones
and spheres.
Unit 4. Development of surface ‒ Cubes, prisms, cylinders, pyramids and cones. Intersection of
surfaces, methods of determining lines of intersection, intersection of prism in prism and
cylinder in cylinder. Introduction to perspective projections : visual ray method and vanishing
point method. Perspective view of circles, prisms and pyramids. Introduction to machine
drawing (basic concepts) : different views of hexagonal nut and bolt, square bolt. Conversion
from isometric view to orthographic views of simple machine elements.
References
1
K.C. John, Engineering graphics, PHI Learning (2013).
2
N.D. Bhat, Elementary engineering drawing, 53
rd
Edn., Charotar Publishing House
(2014).
3
Gill P.S. Engineering drawing (Geometric drawing), B.D Kataria&Sons (2013).
4
K.C. John, P.I. Varghese, Machine Drawing, V.I.P. publishers (2007).
5
N.D. Bhatt, V. M. Panchal, Machine Drawing, 47
th
Edn.,Charotar Publishing (2012).
6
P.I. Varghese, Engineering Graphics, Tata McGraw Hill Education (2013).
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20-214-0105 Basic Electrical Engineering and Electronics
Course Outcome
On successful completion of the course, the students will be able to:
CO 1:
Analyse and solve electric circuits. (Analyse)
CO 2:
Understand the principles of electromagnetic induction. (Understand)
CO 3:
Identify meters for measuring electrical quantities. (Remember)
CO 4:
Recognize the basic elements and phases in AC circuits. (Understand)
CO 5:
Understand the behaviour of semiconductor junctions and diodes.
(Understand)
CO 6:
Choose diodes in rectification and regulation. (Apply)
CO 7:
Explain special semiconductor devices. (Understand)
CO 8:
Describe fundamentals of instrumentation and communication. (Understand)
Mapping of course outcomes with program outcomes:
Level – Low (1), Medium (2) and High (3)
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1
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Unit 1. Basic principles of electric circuits ‒ Review of Ohm’s law. Definition of resistance,
current, voltage and power. Series and parallel circuits. Constant voltage and current source.
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Network Theorems : Kirchhoff’s laws, network analysis by Maxwell’s circulation currents,
superposition theorem, Thevenin’s theorem, Norton’s theorem, simple illustrative problems on
network theorems. Review of electrostatics : Coulomb’s Law, electric field strength and electric
flux density, capacitance.
Unit 2. Review of electromagnetic induction ‒ Faraday’s Law, Lenz’s Law. Mutually induced emf.
Magnetic circuits, magnetic field of a coil, Ampere turns calculation – magnetic flux, flux density,
field strength. Measuring instruments : working principle of galvanometer, ammeter,
voltmeter, Watt meter & energy meter (elementary concepts). AC Fundamentals : sinusoidal
alternating waveforms, sinusoidal AC voltage characteristics and definitions, general
representation of voltage or current, phase relations, average value, effective (root mean
square) value. Basic elements and phasors: response of basic R, L and C elements to a sinusoidal
voltage or current, phasor diagrams, frequency response of the basic elements, average power
and power factor, complex representation of vectors (rectangular & polar forms).
Unit 3. Basic electronics ‒ Passive components : resistor, capacitor, inductor, color coding.
Transformer – different types, construction. Semiconductors : energy band diagram, intrinsic &
extrinsic semi conductors, doping, PN junction. Diodes – Zener diodes, characteristics,
application. Rectifiers : half wave, full wave and bridge rectifiers, ripple factor and regulation.
Transistors : PNP and NPN transistors, theory of operation, configurations characteristics,
comparison. Special semiconductor devices: PET, SCR, LED and LCD, V-I characteristics,
applications.
Unit 4. Fundamentals of instrumentation ‒ Transducers : definition, classification – active &
passive. Transducer for position, pressure, velocity, vibration and temperature measurements.
CRO : principle of operation, measurement of amplitude, frequency and phase. Fundamentals
of communication : analog communication, concept of modulation, demodulation. Types – AM,
FM, PM. Block diagram of general communication system. Basic concepts of digital
communication, block diagram.
References
1
B. L. Theraja, Basic Electronics – Solid State, S. Chand & Co. (2016).
2
Leonard S. Bobrow, Fundamentals of Electrical Engineering, 2
nd
Edn., Oxford
University Press (2003).
3
Edward Hughes, Ian McKenzie Smith, Hughes Electrical Technology, Addison
Wesley Publication (1995).
4
G.K. Mithal, Ravi Mittal, Electronic Devices & Circuits: Applied Electronics Vol. 1,
Khanna Publishers (1997).
Edited in July 2022 for submission to Academic Council.
5
Robert L. Boylestad, Introductory Circuit Analysis, 13
th
Edn., Pearson Education
(2015).
6
Rajendra Prasad, Fundamentals of Electrical Engineering, 2
nd
Edn., PHI Learning
(2009).
20-214-0106 Soft Skill Development
Course Outcome
On successful completion of the course, the students will be able to:
CO 1:
Understand the role and importance of verbal communication. (Understand)
CO 2:
Read, comprehend and answer questions based on literary, scientific and
technological texts. (Apply)
CO 3:
Understand the fundamental grammar. (Understand)
CO 4:
Practice words and styles used for formal and informal communication. (Apply)
CO 5:
Develop presentation skills through oral, poster and power point. (Apply)
CO 6:
Improve communication skills through group discussions and debates. (Apply)
CO 7:
Develop self-motivation, raised aspiration, belief in one’s own abilities and
commitment to achieving one’s goal. (Apply)
CO 8:
Demonstrate emotional maturity and emotional health. (Apply)
Mapping of course outcomes with program outcomes:
Level – Low (1), Medium (2) and High (3)
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PO2
PO3
PO4
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PO7
PO8
PO9
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PO11
PO12
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1
1
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1
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1
1
1
CO 4
1
1
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1
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1
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Unit 1. Role and importance of verbal communication ‒ Everyday active vocabulary, common
words used in transitions, enhancing vocabulary, affixes and changes in pronunciation and
grammatical functions, words often confused in pronunciation and usage. Passage
comprehension : skimming, scanning techniques, note making, note taking and summarizing.
Deciphering meaning from contexts. Types of meaning : literal and contextual. Constructive
criticism of speeches and explanations.
Unit 2. Fundamental grammar ‒ Simple structures, passivizing the active sentences, reported
speech, the judicious use of tenses and moods of verbs, forming questions and conversion from
questions to statements and vice versa, forming open-ended and close- ended questions. Words
and style used for formal and informal communication. Practice converting informal language to
formal, the diction and the style of writing. Dealing with the nuances of ambiguous constructions
in language. Learning authoritative writing skills, polite writing and good netiquette. Writing for
internships and scholarships. Co-ordinate systems : rectangular co-ordinates, polar co-ordinates
– in plane and in space, cylindrical polar co-ordinates, spherical polar co-ordinates.
Unit 3. Communication ‒ Kinesics, proxemics, haptics, and other areas of non-verbal
communication, fighting communication barriers, positive grooming and activities on the same.
Different types of interviews and presentation : oral, poster, ppt. Organizing ideas for group
discussions, the difference between GD and debates. Effective listening and seeking to
understand others’ perspectives. Non-violent negotiation and persuasion, communicating across
age groups, cultures or identity groups. Higher order thinking and evaluation, information-
seeking, research, and independent learning, synthesis, creativity, problem analysis and problem
solving. Decision making, self- reflection and learning from experience.
Unit 4. Developing positive self ‒ Understanding oneself, realistic awareness of oneself and one’s
abilities, strengths and potential, self-esteem, self-efficacy, steps for improvement.
Intra-personal skills : self-control, emotional regulation and self-discipline, conscientiousness,
dutifulness, reliability, truthfulness, honesty and trustworthiness. Goal orientation and initiative.
Time management – characterisation work. Interpersonal skills : cross cultural competence and
valuing diversity of perspectives, respecting and expressing concern for others. Empathy and
ability to notice the effect of one’s actions on others, tolerance for disagreement, conflict
management and resolution.
References
1
Steve Duck, David T. McMahan, Communication in Everyday Life, 3
rd
Edn., Sage
(2017).
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2
Gamble Teri Kwal, W.Gamble Michael, The Public Speaking Playbook, 2
nd
Edn., Sage
(2017).
3
Meenakshi Raman, Sangeeta Sharma, Technical Communication: Principles and
Practice, 3
rd
Edn., Oxford University Press (2015).
4
Daniel Goleman, Emotional intelligence: Why it can matter more than IQ, Random
House (2012).
5
Devadas Menon, Stop sleep walking through life!, Yogi Impressions Books Pvt. Ltd.
(2013).
6
Barun K. Mitra, Personality Development and Softskills, Oxford University Press
(2012).
20-214-0111 Introduction to Industrial Chemical Analysis (Lab)
Course Outcome
On successful completion of the course, the students will be able to:
CO 1:
Analyse the purity of monomers supplied by industries.
CO 2:
Analyse the characteristic properties of natural rubber.
Mapping of course outcomes with program outcomes:
Level – Low (1), Medium (2) and High (3)
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PO7
PO8
PO9
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Experiments
1. Acidimetry and Alkalimetry: Estimation of Hydrochloric acid, Sodium hydroxide,
Hardness of water.
2. Estimation of percentage purity of monomers – glycerol, formaldehyde, methyl
methacrylate, urea, phenol.
3. Iodimetry and Iodometry: Estimation of Iodine
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4. Determination of iodine value of NR.
5. Determination of saponification value of oil.
References
1
A.O. Thomas, B.Sc. Practical Chemistry
20-214-0112 Basic Electrical Engineering and Electronics (Lab)
Course Outcome
On successful completion of the course, the students will be able to:
CO 1:
Apply basic electrical engineering knowledge for house wiring practice.
Mapping of course outcomes with program outcomes:
Level – Low (1), Medium (2) and High (3)
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1. Experiments
2. One lamp controlled by one switch
3. Series and parallel connections of lamps.
4. Stair case wiring.
5. Hospital Wiring.
6. Godown wiring.
7. Fluroscent lamp.
8. Connection of plug socket.
9. Different kinds of joints.
10. Winding of transformers.
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20-214-0113 Language Lab
Course Outcome
On successful completion of the course, the students will be able to:
CO 1:
Test pronunciation skills through stress on word accent, intonation, and rhythm.
CO 2:
Use English language effectively for writing business letters, resume, minutes of
meeting and reports.
CO 3:
Use English language effectively to face interviews, group discussions, and public
speaking.
Mapping of course outcomes with program outcomes:
Level – Low (1), Medium (2) and High (3)
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Following course content is prescribed for the Language Laboratory sessions:
1. Introduction to the Sounds of English- Vowels, Diphthongs & Consonants.
2. Introduction to Stress and Intonation.
3. Preparing business letters
4. Preparing a resume
5. Conducting a meeting and writing the minutes
6. Writing a report
7. Situational Dialogues / Role Play.
8. Oral Presentations- Prepared and Extempore.
9. ‘Just A Minute’ Sessions (JAM).
10. Describing Objects / Situations / People.
11. Debate
12. Group discussion
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SEMESTER II
20-214-0201 Engineering Mathematics II
Course Outcome
On successful completion of the course, the students will be able to:
CO 1:
Compute different operations related to matrix and vector spaces. (Apply)
CO 2:
Solve the system of algebraic equations using matrices. (Apply)
CO 3:
Solve Fourier series. (Apply)
CO 4:
Apply Fourier integrals. (Apply)
CO 5:
Solve Laplace equations. (Apply)
CO 6:
Use Laplace transforms in the solving initial value problems, unit step functions,
impulse functions & periodic functions. (Apply)
CO 7:
Deal with vector point functions & Laplacian operators. (Apply)
CO 8:
Evaluate line, surface & volume integrals using Gauss Divergence theorem & Stokes
Theorem. (Apply)
Mapping of course outcomes with program outcomes:
Level – Low (1), medium (2) and high (3)
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PO 4
PO 5
PO 6
PO 7
PO 8
PO 9
PO 10
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1
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1
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Unit 1. Matrices and Vector spaces – Rank of matrix, echelon and normal form, solutions of linear
systems of algebraic equations, eigen values and eigen vectors, Cayley Hamilton theorem (non
proof). Vector Spaces: subspaces, linear independence of vectors, linear span, dimension and
basis, linear transformations.
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Unit 2. Fourier series and Fourier integrals – Fourier series of periodic functions, Euler formulae
for Fourier coefficients, functions having period 2p, arbitrary period, even and odd functions,
half range expansions, Fourier integral, Fourier cosine and sine transformations, linearity
property, transform of derivatives, convolution theorem (no proof).
Unit 3. Laplace transforms – Linearity property, transforms of elementary functions, laplace
transforms of derivatives and integrals, differentiation and integration of transforms,
convolution theorem (no proof), use of laplace transforms in the solution of initial value
problems, unit step function, impulse function, transform of step functions, transforms of
periodic functions.
Unit 4. Vector calculus – Scalar and vector point functions, gradient and directional derivative
of a scalar point function, divergence and curl of a vector point functions, their physical
meanings. Evaluation of line integral: surface integral and volume integrals, Gauss’s divergence
theorem, Stoke’s theorem (No Proof of these theorem), conservative force fields, scalar
potential.
References
1
R.K. Jain, S.R.K. Iyengar, Advanced Engineering Mathematics, 4
th
Edn., Narosa Publishers
(2014).
2
C. Ray Wylie, Louis Barrett , Advanced Engineering Mathematics, 6
th
Edn., McGraw-Hill
Education (1995).
3
N.P. Bali, Manish Goyal, A Textbook of Engineering Mathematics, 9
th
Edn., Laxmi
Publications (2016)
20-214-0202 Engineering Mechanics
Course Outcome
On completion of the course, the students will be able to:
CO 1:
Understand the principles of statics, the concept of free body diagrams and
resolution of forces. (Understand)
CO 2:
Apply the principles of mechanics, concept of free body diagrams and resolution of
forces. (Apply)
CO 3:
Explain the parallel forces in a plane. (Understand)
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CO 4:
Ascertain the physical and mathematical meaning of moment of inertia. (Apply)
CO 5:
Explain the concept of rectilinear motion. (Analyse)
CO 6:
Apply D’Alembert’s principle in rectilinear motion. (Apply)
CO 7:
Explain the concept of curvilinear translation. (Analyse)
CO 8:
Apply D’Alembert’s principle in curvilinear translation. (Apply)
Mapping of course outcomes with program outcomes:
Level – Low (1), medium (2) and high (3)
PO 1
PO 2
PO 3
PO 4
PO 5
PO 6
PO 7
PO 8
PO 9
PO 10
PO 11
PO 12
CO 1
1
1
1
1
1
1
CO 2
1
1
1
1
1
1
CO 3
1
1
1
1
1
CO 4
1
1
1
1
1
1
CO 5
1
1
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Unit 1. Concurrent forces in a plane – Principles of statics, composition and resolution of forces,
equilibrium of concurrent forces in a plane, method of projection, method of moments, friction.
Parallel forces in a plane: two parallel forces, general case of parallel forces in a plane, centre
of parallel forces and centre of gravity, Pappus theorems, centroids of composite plane figures
and curves, distributed forces in a plane.
Unit 2. Properties of areas – Moment of inertia of a plane figure with respect to an axis in its
plane, polar moment of inertia, product of inertia, principal axes, mass moment of inertia of
material bodies. General case of forces in a plane: composition of forces in a plane. Equilibrium
of forces in a plane. Plane trusses – Method of joints. Method of sections. Plane frames :
Method of members. Principle of virtual work: Equilibrium of ideal systems, stable and unstable
equilibrium. Equilibrium of forces in a plane. Plane trusses – Method of joints. Method of
sections. Plane frames : Method of members. Principle of virtual work: Equilibrium of ideal
systems, stable and unstable equilibrium.
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Unit 3. Rectilinear translation – Kinematics of rectilinear motion, differential equation of
rectilinear motion, motion of a particle acted upon by a constant force, by a force as a function
of time and by a force proportional to displacement, simple harmonic motion, D’Alembert’s
principle. Momentum and impulse. Work and energy: ideal systems, conservation of energy,
Impact.
Unit 4. Curvilinear translation – Kinematics of curvilinear translation. Differential equations of
motion: motion of a projectile, D’Alembert’s principle in curvilinear motion, moment of
momentum, work and energy in curvilinear motion. Rotation of a rigid body: kinematics of
rotation, equation of motion of a rigid body rotating about a fixed axis, rotation under the
action of a constant moment, compound pendulum, general case of moment proportional to
the angle of rotation, D’Alemberts principle of rotation, resultant inertia force in rotation,
principle of angular momentum in rotation, energy equation for rotating bodies.
References
1
S. Timoshenko, D. H. Young, Sukumar Pati, J. V. Rao, Engineering Mechanics, 5
th
Edn.,
McGraw Hill Education (2013).
2
Ferdinand P. Beer, E. Russell Johnston, David Mazurek, Phillip J. Cornwell, Brian Self,
Sanjeev Sanghi, Vector Mechanics For Engineers Statics And Dynamics, 12
th
Edn., Tata
McGraw Hill (2019).
3
H. L. Merram, L. G. Kraige, Engineering Mechanics, Vol. 1: Statics (SI version), 7
th
Edn., John
Wiley and Sons (2013).
4
E. M. S. Nair, N. Biju, A Textbook of Engineering Mechanics, Vol. 1: Statics, Educational
Publishers & Distributors (2012).
5
J. Benjamin, A textbook of Engineering Mechanics, 4
th
Edn., Pentex Book Publishers &
Distributors (2015).
6
N. Biju, Theory and Problems in Engineering Mechanics (Dynamics), Educational Publishers
& Distributors (2002).
7
R. S. Khurmi, N. Khurmi, Principles of Engineering Mechanics, S. Chand Publishing (2019).
20-214-0203 Environmental Studies
Course Outcome
On successful completion of the course, the students will be able to:
CO 1:
Understand the importance of environmental studies. (Understand)
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CO 2:
Identify the natural resources and suitable methods for conservation and sustainable
development. (Understand)
CO 3:
Realize the importance of eco system for maintaining ecological balance. (Analyse)
CO 4:
Explain the importance of biodiversity and its conservation. (Understand)
CO 5:
Identify environmental pollutants and abatement mechanisms. (Understand)
CO 6:
Comprehend the concept of Disaster management and Environmental protection Act.
(Remember)
CO 7:
Understand environmental problems arising due to developmental activities and
population growth. (Understand)
CO 8:
Explain simple ecosystems. (Apply)
Mapping of course outcomes with program outcomes:
Level – Low (1), medium (2) and high (3)
PO1
PO2
PO3
PO4
PO 5
PO 6
PO 7
PO 8
PO 9
PO 10
PO 11
PO 12
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1
1
1
1
1
1
1
CO 2
1
1
1
1
1
1
CO 3
1
1
1
1
1
1
CO 4
1
1
1
1
1
1
CO 5
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
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Unit 1. Multidisciplinary nature of environmental studies – Definition, scope and importance,
need for public awareness. Natural Resources: renewable and non-renewable resources, natural
resources and associated problems. Forest resources: use and over-exploitation, deforestation,
case studies, timber extraction, mining, dams and their effects on forest and tribal people. Water
resources: use and over-utilization of surface and ground water, floods, drought, conflicts over
water, dams-benefits and problems. Mineral resources: use and exploitation, environmental
effects of extracting and using mineral resources, case studies. Food resources: world food
problems, changes caused by agriculture and overgrazing, effects of modern agriculture,
fertilizer-pesticide problems, water logging, salinity, case studies. Energy resources: growing
energy needs, renewable and non-renewable energy sources, use of alternate energy sources.
Case studies. Land resources: land as a resource, land degradation, man induced landslides, soil
erosion and desertification. Role of an individual in conservation of natural resources. Equitable
use of resources for sustainable lifestyles.
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Unit 2. Ecosystems – Concept of an ecosystem: structure and function of an ecosystem,
producers, consumers and decomposers, energy flow in the ecosystem, ecological succession,
food chains, food webs and ecological pyramids. Structure and functions of the ecosystems:
forest ecosystem, grassland ecosystem, desert ecosystem, aquatic ecosystems (ponds, streams,
lakes, rivers, oceans, estuaries). Biodiversity and its conservation: introduction, definition of
genetic, species and ecosystem diversity. Biogeographical classification of India. Value of
biodiversity: consumptive use, productive use, social, ethical, aesthetic and option values.
Biodiversity at global, national and local levels. India as a mega-diversity nation. Hot-sports of
biodiversity. Threats to biodiversity: habitat loss, poaching of wildlife, man-wildlife conflicts.
Endangered and endemic species of India. Conservation of biodiversity: in-situ and ex-situ
conservation of biodiversity.
Unit 3. Environmental Pollution – Definition. Cause, effects and control measures of air pollution,
water pollution, soil pollution, marine pollution, noise pollution, thermal pollution, nuclear
hazards. Solid waste management: causes, effects and control measures of urban and industrial
wastes. Role of an individual in prevention of pollution. Pollution case studies.
Disaster management: floods, earthquake, cyclone and landslides.
Environmental legislation: Environment Protection Act. Air (Prevention and Control of Pollution)
Act. Water (Prevention and control of Pollution) Act. Wildlife Protection Act. Forest Conservation
Act. Issues involved in enforcement of environmental legislation.
Unit 4. Environmental ethics – Issues and possible solutions. Climate change: global warming,
acid rain, ozone layer depletion, nuclear accidents and holocaust. Case studies: waste land
reclamation, consumerism, waste products. Social issues and the environment: from
unsustainable to sustainable development. Urban problems related to energy: water
conservation, rain water harvesting, watershed management. Resettlement and rehabilitation of
people: its problems and concerns. Human population and the environment: population growth,
variation among nations, population explosion – family welfare programme, environment and
human health, human rights, value education, HIV/AIDS, women and child welfare, role of
Information technology in environment and human health, case studies.
Field work: visit to a local area to document environmental assets river, forest, grassland, hill,
mountains, visit to a local polluted site-urban, rural, industrial, agricultural, study of common
plants, insects, birds. Study of simple ecosystems: pond, river, hill slopes, etc.
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References
1
R. Rajagopalan, Environmental studies: From Crisis to Cure. Oxford University Press (2005).
2
ErachBharucha, Textbook of Environmental studies and ethics, Universities Press (2005).
3
A. Jayashree, V. M. Parikh. Balsaraf, P.B. Dwivedi, Environmental Studies, Ane Books Pvt.
Ltd (2010)
4
AninditaBasak, Environmental Studies, Pearson (2009).
5
S.P.Misra, Essential Environmental Studies, 3
rd
Edn., Ane Books Pvt. Ltd. (2011).
6
Benny Joseph, Environmental Science & Engineering, Tata McGraw Hill Education Pvt. Ltd.,
(2010).
20-214-0204 Mechanical Engineering
Course Outcome
On successful completion of the course, the students will be able to:
CO1:
Understand the properties of engineering materials. (Understand)
CO 2:
Identify various moulding tools and equipment used for material processing.
(Remember)
CO 3:
Describe different types of boilers. (Understand)
CO 4:
Understand various engines. (Understand)
CO 5:
Comprehend the machine elements and mechanical power transmission.
(Understand)
CO 6:
Describe belt and gear drives. (Understand)
CO 7:
Gain knowledge on various welding techniques. (Apply)
CO 8:
Understand soldering and brazing. (Remember)
Mapping of course outcomes with program outcomes:
Level – Low (1), medium (2) and high (3)
PO 1
PO 2
PO 3
PO 4
PO 5
PO 6
PO 7
PO 8
PO 9
PO 10
PO 11
PO 12
CO 1
1
1
1
1
1
CO 2
1
1
1
1
1
CO 3
1
1
1
1
1
1
CO 4
1
1
1
1
1
1
CO 5
1
1
1
1
1
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CO 6
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Unit 1. Material Science – Classification of engineering materials: mechanical, thermal and
chemical properties of materials. Fuels: classification, solid, liquid, gaseous and nuclear,
calorific values (HCV & LCV), determination of calorific values. Pattern making: types, materials,
allowances. Moulding tools and equipments: sand, preparation of sand, desirable properties,
additives, cope, drag, cover, core prints, gating, reserving.
Unit 2. Boilers and Engines – Classification of boilers: sample vertical, cochran, locomotive,
Babcox, wilcox and La-mant boilers, boiler mountings and accessories, electric furnaces.
Internal Combustion engines: classification, 2 stroke, petrol and diesel fuel system, simple
carburetor, diesel fuel pump, injector petrol fuel pump. Ignition system: battery coil, magnets
codling system, lubrication system. Equilibrium of forces in a plane. Plane trusses – Method of
joints. Method of sections. Plane frames : Method of members. Principle of virtual work:
Equilibrium of ideal systems, stable and unstable equilibrium. Equilibrium of forces in a plane.
Plane trusses – Method of joints. Method of sections. Plane frames : Method of members.
Principle of virtual work: Equilibrium of ideal systems, stable and unstable equilibrium.
Unit 3. Introduction to machine elements – shafts, fly wheels, bearings, clutches, cone clutches,
single plate clutch, shaft couplings. Mechanical Power Transmission: belt, rope, chain, gear
drives. Belt drive: open, closed, velocity rates, slip, length of belt power transmitter, stopped
pulling. Gear drive: types of gears, types of gear drives, spur gear nomendations, velocity ratio.
Unit 4. Welding – Classification, oxy-acetylene welding, gear welding equipment, arc welding
equipment, arc welding, resistance welding, thermal welding, TIG, safety devices. Introduction
to soldering and brazing. Metal working-hot and cold working, rolling -extrusion-drawing
forging- bending-shearing – punching metal cutting -cutting tools- classification, materials,
Cutting fluids-Purpose-desirable qualities, Machine Tools: Lathes- Types of Lathes, Engine
Lathe-parts- operations, Milling machine- Planning machine- Drilling machine- Shaping
machine-Guiding machine-Main parts.
References
1
P. K. Nag, Engineering Thermodynamics, 5
th
Edn., McGraw Hill Education Pvt. Ltd (2013).
2
V. Raghavan, Materials Science and Engineering: A First Course, 6
th
Edn.,Prentice Hall India
Learning Pvt. Ltd. (2015).
3
Rajendar Singh, Introduction to Basic Manufacturing Processes and Workshop Technology,
New Age International (2006).
4
S. K. Hajra Choudhury, Nirjhar Roy, Elements of Workshop Technology, 13
th
Edn., Media
Promotors & Publishers Pvt. Ltd. (2010).
Edited in July 2022 for submission to Academic Council.
20-214-0205 Introduction to Macromolecular Science and Engineering
Course Outcome
On successful completion of the course, the students will be able to:
CO 1:
Explain the global scenario of polymers and polymer industries. (Remember)
CO 2:
Identify polymers based on its properties.(Understand)
CO 3:
Explain the mechanism of addition polymerization. (Analyse)
CO 4:
Comprehend the kinetics of free radical and ionic polymerization.(Understand)
CO 5:
Explain the mechanism of condensation polymerization and copolymerization.
(Analyse)
CO 6:
Describe the kinetics of step reaction polymerization and
copolymerization.(Understand)
CO 7:
Explain the mechanism of coordination polymerisation. (Analyse)
CO 8:
Describe the synthesise of polymers according to the need of polymer industry.
(Analyse)
Mapping of course outcomes with program outcomes:
Level – Low (1), medium (2) and high (3)
PO 1
PO 2
PO 3
PO 4
PO 5
PO 6
PO 7
PO 8
PO 9
PO 10
PO 11
PO 12
CO 1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
CO 2
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
CO 3
1
1
3
2
1
1
2
CO 4
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
CO 5
1
1
3
2
1
1
2
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1
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Unit 1. Basic concepts of macromolecular science – history, molecular forces and chemical
bonding, molecular weight, molecular weight distribution, configuration and conformation.
Types of macromolecules: chemistry and classification of polymers, structure and property
relationships. Classification of polymers: rubbers, plastics and fibres. Comparison of polymers
with other materials-metals and ceramics. Status of polymer industries: global scenario of
polymer industry, polymer industries in India.
Unit 2. Chain reaction (Addition) polymerization – Basics. Free radical Polymerization:
monomers, generation of initiators, mechanism of free radical polymerization, generation of
free radicals, initiation, propagation, termination, chain transfer reactions, inhibition and
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retardation, kinetics of free radical polymerization. Ionic Polymerization: cationic and anionic,
selection of monomers, chain transfer reactions, kinetics.
Unit 3. Step reaction (condensation) polymerization–Basics. Mechanism of condensation
polymerization: general characteristics, addition reactions, substitution reactions, ring versus
chain formation, alkyd reactions, interfacial condensation, interchange reactions, poly
condensation reaction, network condensation reaction. Kinetics of step reaction
polymerization: catalyzed and non catalyzed, Carothers equation, molecular-weight control,
prediction of gel point.
Unit 4. Coordination polymerization: basics, stereo regular polymers, tacticity in polymers.
Mechanism of coordination polymerization: coordination catalysts, monometallic, bimetallic .
Copolymerisation: types of copolymers, mechanism of copolymerization, addition and
condensation copolymerization. Kinetics of copolymerization: reactivity ratios, copolymer
equation.
Polymerization techniques: homogeneous polymerization techniques-bulk, solution,
heterogeneous polymerization techniques- emulsion, suspension, solid phase.
References
1
F.W. Billmeyer, A Text Book of Polymer Science, 3
rd
Edn., Wiley & Sons (2009).
2
Herman F. Mark (Ed.),Encyclopedia of Polymer Science and Engg., Vol 15, 4
th
Edn., Wiley
& Sons (2014).
3
P.J.Flory, Principle of Polymer Chemistry, Cornell University Press (1986).
4
V. R. Gowariker, N. V. Viswanathan and J. Sreedhar,Polymer science, John Wiley & Sons
(2010).
20-214-0206 Fluid Mechanics
Course Outcome
On successful completion of the course, the students will be able to:
CO 1:
Summarize various properties of fluids and pressure measurements. (Understand)
CO 2:
Distinguish different types of flow systems. (Understand)
CO 3:
Explain the concepts of flow in boundary layers and basic equations of fluid flow.
(Apply)
CO 4:
Describe various discharge measuring devices. (Analyze)
CO 5:
Identify the pumps used for fluid flow. (Apply)
CO 6:
Derive the equation for pressure drop in packed bed. (Apply)
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CO 7:
Examine the fluidization behaviour. (Apply)
CO 8:
Outline the fluid flow around immersed solids and identify the method for
separating the solids from the fluid. (Apply)
Mapping of course outcomes with program outcomes:
Level – Low (1), medium (2) and high (3)
PO 1
PO 2
PO 3
PO 4
PO 5
PO 6
PO 7
PO 8
PO 9
PO 10
PO 11
PO 12
CO 1
1
1
1
1
1
1
CO 2
1
1
1
1
1
CO 3
1
1
1
1
1
1
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2
1
1
1
1
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1
1
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Unit 1.Fluid Mechanics –Basics. Properties of fluids: density, compressibility and bulk modulus
of elasticity, surface tension and capillarity, pressure, viscosity-Newton’s law of viscosity,
dynamic and kinematic viscosity, rheological classification of fluids. Fluid statics: Pascal’s law,
variation of pressure with elevation. Pressure measurement: mercury barometer, piezometer
tube, U- tube manometer, inclined tube manometer, pressure gauge.
Unit 2.Fluids in motion – Velocity field, velocity gradient, Reynolds experiment, Reynolds
number, laminar flow, turbulent flow, transition region. Boundary-layers: flow in boundary-
layers, boundary-layer formation in straight tubes, boundary-layer separation and wake
formation. Basic equations of fluid flow: stream lines and stream tubes, equation of continuity,
Bernoulli equation, Hagen-Poiseulle equation. Fluid friction in pipes: friction loss from sudden
expansion and contraction of cross section, effect of fittings and valves.
Unit 3.Transportation and metering of fluids – Pipe and tubing, joints and fittings. Valves: gate
valve and globe valve. Discharge measurement: venturi meter, orifice meter, rota meter, pitot
tube, weirs. Pumps: reciprocating positive displacement pumps-working principle, rotary
positive displacement pumps-working principle of gear and vane pumps, centrifugal pumps-
working principle, characteristic curves, NPSH, cavitation, priming.
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Unit 4.Flow past immersed bodies – Flow through packed beds: Ergun equation. Drag, drag
coefficients, stagnation point, settling under gravity, terminal velocity, hindered settling,
Stoke’s law range, Newton’s law range and intermediate law range. Fluidization: characteristics
of fluidization, minimum fluidization velocity, aggregative and particulate fluidization,
applications. Gravity settling processes: classifiers, differential settling methods,
sedimentation. Centrifugal settling processes. Cyclone separators.
References
1
P.E. Irving Granet, Fluid Mechanics for Engineering Technology, 3
rd
Edn., Prentice Hall
(1989).
2
W.L.Badger, J.T.Banchero, Introduction to Chemical Engineering, Mc Graw Hill
Inc.(1955).
3
Warren L. Mc Cabe, Julian C. Smith, Peter Harriott, Unit operations of Chemical
Engineering, 7
th
Edn., Mc Graw Hill Higher education (2005).
4
J. R. Backhurst, J H Harker, J.M.Coulson , J.F.Richardson, R.P. Chhabra, Chemical
Engineering Volume 1: Fluid Flow, Heat Transfer and Mass Transfer, 6
th
Edn.,
Butterworth Heinemann (1999).
5
Victor L.Streeter, E. Benjamin Wylie, K.W. Bedford, Fluid Mechanics, 9
th
Edn., Tata
McGraw Hill (2010).
20-214-0211 Mechanical Engineering Workshop
Course Outcome
On successful completion of the course, the students will be able to:
CO 1:
Identify and use tools,and make different types of joints used in carpentry, fitting and
sheet metal shop
CO 2:
Compare basic fabrication techniques of different types of welding
Mapping of course outcomes with program outcomes:
Level – Low (1), medium (2) and high (3)
PO1
PO2
PO3
PO4
PO5
PO6
PO7
PO8
PO9
PO10
PO11
PO12
CO1
1
1
1
1
1
CO2
1
1
1
1
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Preliminary exercises for beginners in all the following shops. Specific models may be designed
by the teachers
1) Fitting shop
2) Sheet metal shop
3) Foundry shop
4) Welding shop
5) Carpentry shop
20-214-0212 Polymer Synthesis (Lab)
Course Outcome
On successful completion of the course, the students will be able to:
CO 1:
Synthesise various polymers through addition and condensation polymerisation
techniques
Mapping of course outcomes with program outcomes:
Level – Low (1), medium (2) and high (3)
PO1
PO2
PO3
PO4
PO5
PO6
PO7
PO8
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1. Polymer Synthesis
a)Washing of monomers using separating funnel
b) Preparation of polymethylmethacrylate through bulk technique
c) Preparation of polystyrene through bulk technique
d) Preparation of polystyrene through Solution technique
e) Preparation of polystyrene through suspension technique
f) Preparation of polystyrene through emulsion technique
g) Preparation of nylon 66 through interfacial condensation technique
h) Regeneration of cellulose
i) Preparation of UF, PF – Novolacs, Resols
References
1
Rabek, Experimental methods in polymer chemistry, John Wilely& sons (1998).
Edited in July 2022 for submission to Academic Council.
2
D. Braun, H. Cherdron, H. Ritter, Polymer Synthesis: Theory and Practice, Springer Science
and Business Media (2001)
3
Stanley R. Sandler, Wolf Karo, Joanne Bonesteel, Eli M. Pearce, Polymer Synthesis and
Characterization: A Laboratory Manual, Elsevier (1998)
SEMESTER III
20-214-0301 Engineering Mathematics III
Course Outcome
On successful completion of the course, the students will be able to:
CO 1:
Compute different types of complex function. (Apply)
CO 2:
Apply conformal mapping to elementary functions. (Apply)
CO 3:
Use Cauchy’s integral theorem, integral formula & residue theorem to evaluate real
integrals. (Apply)
CO 4:
Expand functions in terms of Taylor’s & Laurent series. (Apply)
CO 5:
Identify & formulate partial differential equations. (Understand)
CO 6:
Solve different types of partial differential equations. (Apply)
CO 7:
Understand the one dimensional wave and heat equations. (Understand)
CO 8:
Solve one dimensional wave & heat equations and Laplace equations using method of
separation of variables. (Apply)
Mapping of course outcomes with program outcomes:
Level – Low (1), medium (2) and high (3)
PO1
PO2
PO3
PO4
PO5
PO6
PO7
PO8
PO9
PO10
PO11
PO12
CO1
1
1
1
CO2
1
1
1
CO3
1
1
1
1
CO4
1
1
1
1
CO5
1
1
1
1
1
CO6
1
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1
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CO7
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CO8
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Unit 1. Complex, analytic functions and conformal mapping – curves and regions in the complex
plane, complex functions, limit, derivative, analytic function, Cauchy – Riemann equations.
Elementary complex functions: powers, exponential function, logarithmic, trigonometric and
hyperbolic functions. Conformal mapping: Linear fractional transformations, mapping by
elementary function like Z
2
, e
z
, sin z, cos z, sin hz, and Cos hz, Z + 1/Z
Unit 2. Complex integration – Line integral, Cauchy’s integral theorem, Cauchy’s integral
formula, Taylor’s series, Laurent’s series, residue theorem, evaluation of real integrals using
integration around unit circle, around the semi circle, integrating contours having poles, on the
real axis.
Unit 3. Partial differential equations – Formulation of partial differential equations. Solutions of
equations of the form F (p,q) = 0, F(x,p,q) = 0, F(y,p,q) = 0, F(z,p,q) = 0, F1(x,p) = F2 (y,q),
Lagrange’s form Pp+Qq = R, Linear homogeneous partial differential equations with constant
coefficient.
Unit 4. Vibrating string – one dimensional wave equation, D’Alembert’s solution, solution by
the method of separation of variables. One dimensional heat equation: solution of the equation
by the method of separation of variables, solutions of Laplace’s equation over a rectangular
region and a circular region by the method of separation of variables.
References
1
R.K.Jain, S.R.K.Iyengar, Advanced engineering mathematics, 5
th
Edn., Narosa Publishers
(2016).
2
Erwin Kreyszig, Advanced Engineering Mathematic, 10
th
Edn.,John Wiley & Sons, Inc.
(2011).
3
James Ward Brown, Ruel V. Churchill, Complex Variables &Applications , 9
th
Edn., Mc-
Graw Hill Education (2014).
4
Merle C. Potter, Jack Goldberg,Edward F. Aboufadel, Advanced Engineering
Mathematics, 3 rdEdn., Oxford University Press (2005).
5
B.S.Grewal,Higher engineering mathematics, 44 thEdn., Khanna Publishers (1965).
20-214-0302 Natural Rubber Production and Technology
Course Outcome
On successful completion of the course, the students will be able to:
CO 1:
Explain the history, present and future of natural rubber. (Remember)
CO 2:
Understand the various tapping methods (Understand)
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CO 3:
Distinguish various concentration process. (Understand)
CO 4:
Understand the formation of latex by biosynthesis in rubber tree (Understand)
CO 5:
Get an insight on the preservation of NR latex. (Understand)
CO 6:
Describe the process involved in the production of various forms of dry rubber.
(Understand)
CO 7:
Explain various modified forms of natural rubber. (Understand)
CO 8:
Understand the production process and applications of skim rubber (understand)
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Unit 1. Natural rubber – Various sources of natural rubber, history and development of Hevea
Brasiliensis, present status, future prospects of rubber plantation industry, propagation of rubber
trees – generic method and vegetative method. Tapping – methods, standard of tapability,
tapping notation, marking on trees. Yield stimulation, rainguarding.
Unit 2. Natural rubber latex– Biosynthetic pathway of natural rubber production, Role of micro-
organisms in latex & latex destabilization. Preservation : short term and long term. Latex
concentration : different methods used for concentration, specification for concentrated latex,
grading, packing and dispatch. Skim latex: production, properties and uses of skim rubber.
Unit 3. Dry natural rubber – Ribbed smoked sheets, crepe rubber-PLC, EBC, sole crepe, processing,
grading, baling and dispatch. Technically specified block rubber: processing, specification,
grading, baling and dispatch.
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Unit 4. Modified forms of natural rubber – superior processing rubbers, processing aid rubber,
constant viscosity& low viscosity rubber, reclaimed rubber, oil extended natural rubber,
epoxidised natural rubber, tyre rubber, chlorinated natural rubber, powdered natural rubber,
graft natural rubber, latex carbon black masterbatch.
References
1
P.J. George, C.Kuruvilla Jacob (Eds.), Natural Rubber Agromanagement and Crop processing,
Rubber Research Institute of India, Rubber Board (2000).
2
D. C. Blackley, Polymer Latices, Vol.1, 2
nd
Edn., Chapman &Hallb(1997).
3
M.M.Patel, S.B.Rath, R.M.Sambandam, D.Joseph Francis (Eds.), Rubber Engineering by
Indian Rubber Institute, Tata McGraw-Hill (2000).
4
BIS specifications.
5
Steven Blow, Handbook of Rubber Technology, Galgotia Publications(2004).
6
Rani Joseph, Practical Guide to Latex Technology, Smithers Rapra, (2013).
7
M.R. Sethuraj, Ninan T Mathew (Eds.), Natural Rubber : Biology , Cultivation and Technology,
Elsevier (2012)
20-214-0303 Strength of Materials
Course Outcome
On successful completion of the course, the students will be able to:
CO 1:
Assimilate the fundamentals of stress and strain and their relationships.
(Understand)
CO 2:
Explain the loads at the ends and in between ends of uniform section. (Apply)
CO 3:
Explain the relation between elastic constants. (Apply)
CO 4:
Understand the compound stress and importance of principal stress. (Understand)
CO 5:
Explain the shear force and bending moment. (Understand)
CO 6:
Explain the relation between shear force and bending moment. (Analyse)
CO 7:
Describe the stresses and strains in thin cylinders and deflection of beams. (Evaluate)
CO 8:
Describe the stress in cantilever in different point load conditions.(Evaluate)
Mapping of course outcomes with program outcomes:
Level – Low (1), medium (2) and high (3)
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1
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Unit 1.Stress and Strain – Axially loaded members and loads at the ends and in between ends
of uniform section, stepped bars, Composite bars. Hooke’s Law: stress – strain diagram, linear
strain, lateral strain, Poisson’s ratio, Elastic constants: relation between 3 elastic constants,
thermal strain energy, simple problems.
Unit 2. Graphical – Compound stress, stresses on inclined planes, principal planes. Principal
stresses: Mohr’s circle, design of riveted joints, checking for shearing of plane, shearing of rivet,
crushing of rivet.
Unit 3.Shear force & Bending Moment – SF & BM diagram. Cantilever. Beam: simply supported
beams, over hanging beams. Loads: transverse and inclined loads, point loads, uniformly
distributed loads, triangular loads. Relation between SF & BM, Simple problems.
Unit 4. Thin cylinders under internal pressure: stresses, changes in dimensions and volume,
simple problems. Deflection of beams: Differential equation for deflection, derivation,
assumptions,- simply supported beams. Point load: Uniformly distributed load, cantilever point
load at the end, not at the end, u d load throughout the span and part of the span, Simple
problems.
References
1
S. Ramamrutham, Strength of Materials, 5
th
Edn., Dhanpat Rai Publising Co. Ltd. Pvt.
(2017).
2
R.S. Khurmi, N. Khurmi, A Textbook of Strength of Materials (Mechanics of solids),
26thEdn., S. Chand Publishing (2019).
3
R.K. Banzal, A Text Book of Strength of Materials, 6
th
Edn., Laxmi Publications (2017).
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4
S.P.Timoshenko, D.H.Young, Elements of Strength of Materials, 5
th
Edn., East-West
Press (2003).
20-214-0304 Heat and Mass Transfer
Course Outcome
On successful completion of the course, the students will be able to:
CO 1:
Explain different modes of heat transfer. (Understand)
CO 2:
Calculate rate of heat conduction through flat plate, cylindrical wall and hollow
sphere. (Analyze)
CO 3:
Describe typical heat exchange equipments. (Understand)
CO 4:
Explain the concept of overall heat transfer coefficient. (Apply)
CO 5:
Outline the concepts of evaporation and various types of evaporators. (Evaluate)
CO 6:
Assess number of theoretical stages required in distillation column by Mc-Cabe Thiele
method. (Evaluate)
CO 7:
Impart fundamental concepts of mass transfer operations like diffusion, distillation,
absorption, drying, filtration. (Understand)
CO 8:
Understand the equipments needed for various mass transfer operations.
(Understand)
Mapping of course outcomes with program outcomes:
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Unit 1.Introduction to heat transfer – Modes of heat transfer. Concept of heat conduction:
Fourier’s law, one dimensional steady-state heat conduction equation for flat plate, hollow
cylinder and hollow sphere, heat conduction through a series of resistances, numerical
problems. Principles of heat flow in liquids:Typical heat exchange equipments-single pass
tubular condenser, and double pipe heat exchanger-counter current and cocurrent flows,
energy balance in exchangers and condensers. Concept of logarithmic mean temperature
difference, derivation of expression for LMTD.
Unit 2.Concept of overall heat transfer coefficient – Individual and over all heat transfer
coefficients, derivation of expression for overall heat transfer coefficient, fouling factors,
determination of overall heat transfer coefficient with and without fouling. Evaporators:
Principle, types, material and energy balance, single effect calculations, performance, capacity
and economy. Factors affecting the performance of evaporators. Multiple effect evaporators:
different feeding arrangements.
Unit 3.Distillation– Vapour-liquid equilibria, ideal solutions, Raoults and Henrys laws , boiling
point diagram from Raoults Law, simple distillation, flash distillation, steam distillation. Relative
volatility. Continuous binary rectification : number of ideal plates by Mcabe Thiele method, total
and minimum reflux, plate efficiency, rectification columns-constructional details.
Unit 4.Mass transfer operations – Principles. Diffusion : Fick’s law, steady state molecular
diffusion in gases and liquids, mass transfer coefficients. Gas absorption: absorption towers.
Drying: drying equipments. Filtration: filtration equipments- plate and frame presses, rotary-
drum filter.
References
1
BinayK.Dutta, Heat Transfer Principles and Applications, PHI Learning Pvt Ltd. (2018).
2
W.L.Badger, J.T.Banchero, Introduction to Chemical Engineering, Mc Graw Hill
Inc.(1955).
3
Warren L. Mc Cabe , Julian C. Smith, Peter Harriott,Unit operations of Chemical
Engineering,7
th
Edn., Mc Graw Hill Higher education (2005).
4
J. R. Backhurst, J H Harker, J.M.Coulson , J.F.Richardson, R.P. Chhabra, Chemical
Engineering Volume 1: Fluid Flow, Heat Transfer and Mass Transfer,6
th
Edn.,
Butterworth Heinemann (1999).
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5
K.V. Narayanan, B. Lakshmikutty, Mass Transfer Theory and Applications, CBS Publishers
& Distributors Pvt Ltd (2014).
20-214-0305 Organic Chemistry
Course Outcome
On successful completion of the course, the students will be able to:
CO 1:
Explain the phenomenon of hybridization and orbital overlap to form molecules.
(Understand)
CO 2:
Identify the stereoisomerism in various compounds. (Analyse)
CO 3:
Explain the mechanism of synthesis of special reagents and its applications.
(Understand)
CO 4:
To understand the chemistry of heterocyclic compounds (Understand)
CO 5:
Understand the classification of various organic reactions. (Understand)
CO 6:
Analyse the structure and properties of carbohydrates and lipids. (Analyse)
CO 7:
Analyse the structure and properties of proteins, peptides and nucleic acids. (Analyse)
CO 8:
Explain various chromatographic techniques and its applications. (Understand)
Mapping of course outcomes with program outcomes:
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Unit 1. Covalent bond – Hybridisation and orbital overlap in molecules like ethane, ethylene,
acetylene, benzene and cyclohexane, their geometry. Stereo isomerism: optical isomerism in
lactic and tartaric acids, explanation, elements of symmetry and chirality, D.L. Configuration,
fischer and Newman projection formula, racemisation, recemic mixture, methods of resolution.
Unit 2. Grignard reagent and related compounds: Introduction, grignard reagent, alkyl lithium,
synthetic applications. Ethers: reactions of epoxides, claisen rearrangement mechanism,
Zeisel’s method of estimation of alkoxy groups. Heterocyclic compounds: structure, preparation
and properties of furan, pyrrole, pyridine, indole, pyrimidine and purine. Reaction mechanism:
polarity of bonds, inductive mesomeric and electromeric effects, resonance, hyper conjugation,
steric effects, classification of organic reactions, bond fissions, reaction intermediates,
carbocations, their stability and rearrangements, carbanions, free radicals.
Unit 3.Carbohydrates, proteins and lipids – Carbohydrates: reaction and structure elucidation
of glucose and fructose, structure of sucrose and maltose, elementary study of starch and
cellulose, industrial uses of cellulose. Amino acids, proteins and nucleic acids: L-amino acids as
building block of proteins, zwitter ion property, synthesis of polypeptides, primary, secondary,
tertiary, quaternary structure of proteins, Nucleic acids: structure of DNA and RNA, Genetic
code, protein synthesis. Lipids: biological functions and types of lipids, oils and fats, occurrence
in foods, composition, industrial oils of vegetable origin, common fatty acids present in fats and
oils, extraction, refining and hydrogenation of fats and oils, identification of fats and oils,
physical and chemical properties, saponification value, acid value and iodine number, flavour
changes in oils and fats, reversion and rancidity.
Unit 4.Chromatography – Classification, principle of differential migration, adsorption
phenomena, Rf value. Chromatographic techniques: parturition chromatography -theory and
applications, thin layer, paper and ion exchange chromatography, liquid chromatography-HPLC,
applications, gas chromatography-theory and application.
References
1
Arun Bahl, B.S. Bahl, Advanced Organic Chemistry, 2
nd
Edn., S. Chand Publishing (2012).
2
K.S.Tewari, N.K.Vishnoi, A Textbook of Organic Chemistry, 4
th
Edn.., Vikas Publishing
(2017).
3
Robert Thornton Morrison, Robert Neilson Boyd, SaibalKanti Bhattacharjee, Organic
Chemistry, 7
th
Edn., Pearson (2011).
4
Michael Smith, Jerry March, Advanced Organic Chemistry, 6
th
Edn., John Wiley & Sons,
Inc. (2007).
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20-214-0306 Computer Programming
Course Outcome
On successful completion of the course, the students will be able to:
CO1:
Understand the basics of computer programming C. (Understand)
CO 2:
Explain the commands and its applications in computer programming. (Analyse)
CO 3:
Understand the programming using C. (Understand)
CO 4:
Identify the control structures & pointers, searching & sorting. (Understand)
CO 5:
Understand the creation and use of databases in a suitable database package.
(Remember)
CO 6:
Write C programs using basic commands and run using a compiler. (Understand)
CO 7:
Apply the function command in practical programs using C. (Apply)
CO 8:
Write C program involving pointers and searching. (Apply)
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Unit 1. Introduction to programming in C – Fundamental data types: integer, floating point, and
enumerated data types. Expressions: arithmetic, relational and logic operators. Type
conversion: simple and compound statement, access to standard library, standard I/O-getchar,
putchar, formatted I/O, scanf, printf, error handling, line input and out put, control structures,
selection statement, IF, SWITCH, WHILE, DO WHILE, FOR, BREAK, CONTINUE, GOTO, RETURN
statements.
Unit 2. Functions – Declarations and functions, parameter passing mechanism, storage classes,
scope, visibility, and life time of variables, AUTO, EXTERN, STATIC and REGISTER modifiers,
Recursion.
Unit 3. Arrays – Single and multi dimensional arrays, sorting, selection sort, search-linear
search and binary search, structures and union.
Unit 4. Pointers – Pointers and addresses, pointer arrays, function returning pointers, pointers
to function, pointer arithmetic, pointers to structures, array of structures, preprocessor
directive, command line arguments, typedef.
References
1
Priti Sinha, Pradeep K.Sinha, Computer Fundamentals, BPB publications (2004).
2
Byron S. Gottfried, Schaum’s Outlines Programming with C, McGraw Hill Education
(2018).
3
Varghese Paul, Computer Fundamentals, Educational Publishers and Distributors
(2003).
20-214-0311 Identification of Polymers (Lab)
Course Outcome
On successful completion of the course, the students will be able to:
CO 1:
Identify the plastics and rubbers used in various unknown polymeric products.
Mapping of course outcomes with program outcomes:
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1. Identification of rubbers -NR, SBR, PB, IR, IIR, EPDM, Hypalon,Thiokol, Silicone, CR,
NBR.
2. Identification of plastics-PE, PP, PS, PVC, PVA, PF, UF, MF, Polyester
3. Identification of thermoplastic elastomers -SIS, SBS, SEBS, Hytrel
References
1
K.J.Saunders , Identification of Plastics and Rubber, Chapman and Hall
20-214-0312 Chemical Engineering (Lab)
Course Outcome
On successful completion of the course, the students will be able to:
CO 1:
Measure the flow rate & viscosity of fluid, friction developed within the tube and plot the
characteristic curves of centrifugal pump.
CO 2:
Conduct experiments to find characteristics of some heat and mass transfer operations.
Mapping of course outcomes with program outcomes:
Level – Low (1), medium (2) and high (3)
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1. Fluid flow measurement using orifice meter and venturimeter.
2. Weirs and notches.
3. Friction in straight pipes, bends and fittings.
4. Viscosity measurements by terminal setting velocity.
5. Characteristic curves of a centrifugal pump.
6. Calculation of heat transfer and mass transfer coefficients.
7. Simple distillation and steam distillation.
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SEMESTER IV
20-214-0401 Applied Statistics
Course Outcome
On successful completion of the course, the students will be able to:
CO 1:
Get a brief idea about collection, classification & properties of large data sets. (Understand)
CO 2:
Fit a curve to the given data using regression lines & least square method. (Apply)
CO 3:
Understand addition and multiplication theorems. (Understand)
CO 4:
Identify & solve problems dealing with probability using Binomial, Poisson and Normal
distributions. (Apply)
CO 5:
Test hypothesis related to mean, standard deviation, variance, correlation coefficient and
fitting using different statistical testing procedures. (Apply)
CO 6:
Infer whether a process or product is under statistical control or not using control charts and
Acceptance sampling procedures respectively. (Evaluate)
CO 7:
Analysis variance using one way and two way data classifications. (Analyze)
CO 8:
Get an idea about concepts of quality assurance like total quality control, company wide
quality control & quality control circles. (Understand)
Mapping of Course Outcomes with Programme Outcomes:
Level – Low (1), Medium (2) and High (3)
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Unit 1.Introduction to Statistics – Collection and classification, measures of central tendency,
dispersion, skewness and kurtosis. Correlation & Regression: curve fitting by method of least squares,
correlation coefficient and regression lines.
Unit 2.Probability – Introduction, addition and multiplication theorems, Baye’s theorem, expectation,
probability density functions and distribution functions, moment generating functions, binomial,
Poisson and normal distribution (Theorems without proof).
Unit 3. Sampling – Sampling distribution, standard error. Testing of hypothesis: large sample and small
sample tests, test for correlation coefficient, test for goodness of fit. Statistical quality control: control
chart for variables and attributes, acceptance sampling, single sampling, double sampling, multiple
sampling, sequential sampling plans, curves.
Unit 4.Design of experiments – Introduction, randomization, replication and local control, analysis of
variance-one way and two way classification, CRD, RBD, LSD. Quality control: concepts of quality
assurance, total quality control, company wide quality control, quality control circles, and simple
statistical tool for quality circles.
References
1
S.P.Gupta, Statistical Methods, 43
rd
Edn., Sultan Chand (2014).
2
E.L.Grant, Fundamentals of Statistical Quality Control, 7
th
Edn., McGraw Hill Education
(2000).
3
S.C.Gupta, V.K.Kapoor, Fundamentals of Applied Statistics, Sultan Chand & Sons-Tb (2014).
4
S.C.Gupta, V.K.Kapoor, Fundamentals of Mathematical Statistics, Sultan Chand & Sons-Tb
(2018).
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20-214-0402 Quality Management Systems and Safety
Course Outcome
On successful completion of the course, the students will be able to:
CO 1:
Understand the basics of organisational management. (Understand)
CO 2:
Describes the concepts of Quality and Quality management. (Understand)
CO 3:
Describes on the basics of various ISO certification and Quality practices in the industry level.
(Understand)
CO 4:
Understand the concept and practice of six sigma (Understand)
CO 5:
Describes on the various customer related concepts. (Understand)
CO 6:
Discuss performance appraisal and CPI. (Understand)
CO 7:
Describes on the safety concepts and techniques used in the industry. (Understand)
CO 8:
Explain the principles and methods of hazard identification and risk assessment. (Understand)
Mapping of Course Outcomes with Programme Outcomes:
Level – Low (1), Medium (2) and High (3)
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Unit 1. Quality management – Basis of organisational management, basis of quality management and
quality concepts, terminology, quality Policy, quality management principles, quality system, quality
assurance, quality control, quality characteristics, total quality management, quality cost, role of senior
management, continual improvement.
Unit 2. Quality systems – ISO 9000: 2000 systems, ISO 14000, 17025 and others as applicable, quality
auditing, introduction to internal auditing, concept and practice of six sigma, interaction between quality
management system and other management systems in an organization.
Good laboratory practices, OECD principles of GLP.
Unit 3.Corrective and preventive actions – Customer satisfaction, customer perception of quality,
customer complaints, quality of service, customer retention, performance appraisal, benefits, continuous
process improvement.
Unit 4. Introduction to Safety – Laboratory safety, concepts of occupational health hazard and risks, system
engineering approach to safety, causes of accidents, accident analysis and control, techniques used in
safety analysis, safety management and organization, principles and methods of hazard identification and
risk assessment, risk management, training, human behavioral approach in safety.
References
1
Dale H. Besterfiled, et al., Total Quality Management, 4
th
Edn., Pearson Education Ltd. (2015).
2
James R. Evans, William M.Lindsay, The Management and Control of Quality, 8
th
Edn., South-
Western; International ed. (2010).
3
John S. Oakland. Total Quality Management – text with cases, 4
th
Edn.,New York Routledge
(2013).
4
N S Sreenivasan, V Narayana. Managing Quality – Concepts and Tasks, New Age International(P)
Ltd. (2005).
5
M. Zairi. Total Quality Management for Engineers, Wood Head Publishing (1991).
6
David Hoyle. ISO 9000 Quality Systems Handbook, 4
th
Edn., Butterworth-Heinemann (2001).
7
D.H. Stamatis, Six Sigma Fundamentals: A Complete Guide to the System, Methods and Tools,
Productivity Press (2004).
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8
VlastaMolak, Fundamentals of Risk Analysis and Risk Management, Lewis Publishers (1997).
9
Roger L. Brauer, Safety and Health for Engineers,3
rd
Edn., Wiley-Blackwell (2016).
20-214-0403 Polymer Synthesis
Course Outcome
On completion of the course, the students will be able to:
CO1:
Design the synthesis route of polymers based on the structure of monomers. (Understand)
CO 2:
Describe various types of reactors used for industrial polymerization. (Understand)
CO 3:
Design the synthesis strategy for specialty polymers. (Analyse)
CO 4:
Understand the type of reactors used for polymer synthesis. (Understand)
CO 5:
Determine the molecular weight of polymers. (Analyse)
CO 6:
Understand the techniques of molecular weight determination. (Understand)
CO 7:
Comprehend on the degradation of polymers under different environments. (Understand)
CO 8:
Understand the concept of polymer dissolution. (Understand)
Mapping of Course Outcomes with Programme Outcomes:
Level – Low (1), Medium (2) and High (3)
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Unit 1. Polymer synthesis – Synthesis and properties of polyethers, polyacetals, polylactones,
polylactams, polyesters, polycarbonates, polyamides. Type of reactors: batch reactors, tubular flow
reactors, stirred tank reactors.
Unit 2. Specialty polymers: synthesis of heteroatomic polymers, poly (ether ketone), poly (ether
ether ketone), polyphenyleneoxide, polyphenylenesulphide, polysulphones, polysiloxanes, liquid
crystalline polymers, conducting polymers, photoconducting polymers.
Unit 3. Molecular characterization of polymers– average molecular weight, molecular weight
distribution, determination of molecular weight – end group analysis, colligative property
measurement, light scattering, ultra centrifugation, solution viscosity and gel permeation
chromatography.
Unit 4. Polymer degradation and stabilization –Thermal, oxidative, photochemical and ozone
degradation, degradation under special environments, commonly used anti-degradants, mechanism
of degradation and stabilization.
References
1
F.W. Billmeyer, A Text Book of Polymer Science, 3
rd
Edn., Wiley & Sons (2009).
2
R.B. Seymour, C.F.Carrher, Polymer Chemistry, 6
th
Edn., Marcel Dekker Publications (2003).
3
Hans – George-Elias, Macromolecules, Vol.1, Springer (1986).
4
G. Odian, Principles of Polymerization, 4
th
Edn., Wiley-Interscience (2007).
5
V. R. Gowariker, N. V. Viswanathan and J. Sreedhar, Polymer science, John Wiley & Sons
(2010).
6
Andrew Peacock, Allison Calhoun, Polymer Chemistry – Properties and Applications, Hanser
Publishers (2006).
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20-214-0404 Science and Engineering of Rubbers
Course Outcome
On successful completion of the course, the students will be able to:
CO 1:
Explain the importance and functions of different rubber compounding additives and
their normal dosages. (Understand)
CO 2:
Design formulations based on different rubbers and additives. (Apply)
CO 3:
Understand the chemistry of vulcanization process (Understand)
CO 4:
Describe vulcanisation process, techniques to assess the state of cure. (Understand)
CO 5:
Compare different cure systems and vulcanizate properties. (Analyse)
CO 6:
Explain the classification of elastomers, preparation, properties, processing and
applications of various general purpose elastomers. (Understand)
CO 7:
Understand the structure, properties and applications of specialty rubbers. (Understand)
CO 8:
Understand the properties and applications of thermoplastic elastomers and ionomers.
(Understand)
Mapping of Course Outcomes with Programme Outcomes:
Level – Low (1), Medium (2) and High (3)
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PO11
PO12
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2
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1
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Unit 1. Compounding ingredients – Preparation, properties and uses of carbon black. Structure
and properties: non-black fillers, plasticizers, antidegradants, accelerators, activators, cross
linking agents, reclaimed rubber, factice and special purpose additives.
Unit 2. Rubber vulcanization – Chemistry and technology of vulcanization, sulphur
vulcanisation systems: conventional, semi- efficient, efficient, sulphur linkages: monosulphidic,
disulphidic, polysulphidic. Accelerator types- ultra, semi ultra, delayed action, slow. Non-
sulphur curing systems: peroxides, metal oxides, sulphur donors, amines, quinone dioxime
curing, resins, sulphur chloride, radiation. Effect of state of cure and cure systems on properties
of rubbers, crosslink density of vulcanisates.
Unit 3. Synthetic Rubbers – General purpose rubbers: Manufacture, structure, vulcanization,
properties and applications of SBR, polybutadiene and polyisoprene rubber. Special purpose
rubbers: Manufacture, structure, properties and applications of Neoprene rubber, EPDM,
butyl rubber, nitrile rubber.
Unit 4. Specialty rubbers – Manufacture, properties, vulcanization and applications of EVA,
polyurethanes, hypalon rubber, silicone rubber and Fluorocarbon rubber. Thermoplastic
elastomers: classification, preparation, properties and applications of thermoplastic
elastomers based on blends, polyurethane and polyesters. Ionomers: different types,
preparation and properties.
References
1
Werner Hofmann, Rubber Technology Handbook, Hanser Gardner Publications (1990).
2
C. M. Blow, C. Hepburn, Rubber Technology and Manufacture, 2
nd
Edn., Butterworth
Scientific (1982)
3
Maurice Morton, Rubber Technology, 3
rd
Edn., Springer Science Business (1999).
4
Frederick R Eirich, James E. Mark, BurakErman, (Eds.), Science and Technology of Rubber,
2
nd
Edn., Elsevier (2014).
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5
J. M. Martin, W. K. Smith, S. C. Bhatia, Handbook of Rubber Technology, Volume 1-
Natural, Synthetic Rubber and Technology of Vulcanisation, CBS Publishers and
Distributers (2007).
6
Steven Blow, Handbook of Rubber Technology, Galgotia Publications Pvt. Ltd. (1998).
20-214-0405 Plastic Materials
Course Outcome
On successful completion of the course, the students will be able to:
CO 1:
Understand the advantages, disadvantages and general classification of polymers.
(Understand)
CO 2:
Understand the various types of additives and their uses in plastic, (Understand)
CO 3:
Summarise the production, properties and uses of various engineering thermoplastics.
(Understand)
CO 4:
Know the manufacture, properties and uses of thermosetting resins based on phenol
(Understand)
CO 5:
Know the manufacture, properties and uses of thermosetting resins based on urea and
melamine. (Understand)
CO 6:
Know the manufacture, properties and uses of thermosetting resins based on
polyester, epoxy, silicone and PU. (Understand)
CO 7:
Know the manufacture, properties and uses of PS and styrene containing polymers and
copolymers. (Understand)
CO 8:
Know the manufacture, properties and uses of flurocarbon polymers, vinyl polymers
and cellulose derivatives. (Understand)
Mapping of Course Outcomes with Programme Outcomes:
Level – Low (1), Medium (2) and High (3)
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PO2
PO3
PO4
PO5
PO6
PO7
PO8
PO9
PO10
PO11
PO12
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2
1
1
1
1
CO2
3
1
2
1
1
CO3
2
2
2
1
1
1
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2
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
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1
1
1
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1
1
1
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Unit 1. Introduction to Plastics – Brief history of plastics, advantages and disadvantages,
thermoplastic and thermosetting behavior, amorphous polymers, crystalline polymers and
cross-linked structures. Additives for plastics: antioxidants, fillers, plasticisers, lubricants, fire
retardants, blowing agents. General purpose thermoplastics: manufacture, structure,
properties and applications of polyethylene (PE), cross-linked PE, chlorinated PE,
polypropylene, polyvinyl chloride-compounding, formulation.
Unit 2. Engineering thermoplastics – Aliphatic polyamides: manufacture, structure, properties
and uses of Nylon6, Nylon66. Polyesters: manufacture, structure, properties and uses of PET,
PBT. Manufacture, structure, properties and uses of Polycarbonates, acetal resins, polyimides,
PMMA.
Unit 3. Thermosetting Plastics – Manufacture, curing, moulding powder, laminates, properties
and uses of phenol formaldehyde resins, urea formaldehyde, melamine formaldehyde,
unsaturated polyester resin, epoxy resin, silicone resins, polyurethane resins.
Unit 4. Miscellaneous plastics- Manufacture, properties and uses of polystyrene, HIPS, ABS, SAN
, poly(tetrafluoroethylene) (PTFE), TFE and copolymers, PVDF, PVA, poly(vinyl acetate),
poly(vinyl carbazole), cellulose acetate.
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References
1
Marianne Gilbert (Ed.), Brydson’s Plastics Materials, 8
th
Edn., Elsevier (2017).
2
J.A.Brydson, Plastics Materials, 7
th
Edn., Butterworth Heinemann (1999).
3
Manas Chanda, Salil K. Roy, Plastics Technology Handbook, 4
th
Edn., CRC press (2006).
4
A. Brent Strong, Plastics: Materials and Processing, 3
rd
Edn., Pearson Prentice Hall (2006).
5
Olagoke Olabisi, Kolapo Adewale (Eds.), Handbook of Thermoplastics 2
nd
Edn., CRC press
(2016).
20-214-0411 Polymer Synthesis, Modification and Characterisation (Lab)
Course Outcome
On successful completion of the course, the students will be able to:
CO 1:
Estimate molecular weight of polymers by different techniques.
CO 2:
Modify natural rubber.
CO 3:
Prepare specialty polymers.
Mapping of Course Outcomes with Programme Outcomes:
Level – Low (1), Medium (2) and High (3)
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1.Estimation of polymer molecular weights
a) Viscometry
b) Gel permeation chromatography
c) End group analysis
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2. Polymer modification
a) Cyclised natural rubber
b) Chlorinated natural rubber
c) Liquid natural rubber
3. Preparation of Specialty polymers
a) Preparation of cured epoxy resins.
b) Preparation of cured unsaturated polyester resin.
c) Preparation of polyaniline and its conductivity studies
d) Grafting of NR
References
1
Rabek, Experimental methods in Polymer Chemistry, John Wilely& sons (1998)
2
D. Braun, H. Cherdron, H. Ritter, Polymer Synthesis: Theory and Practice, Springer Science
and Business Media (2001)
3
Stanley R. Sandler, Wolf Karo, Joanne Bonesteel, Eli M. Pearce, Polymer Synthesis and
Characterization: A Laboratory Manual, Elsevier (1998)
SEMESTER V
20-214-0501 Plastic Processing
Course Outcome
On successful completion of the course, the students will be able to:
CO 1:
Acquire knowledge on additives for plastic compounding and methods employed for the
same. (Understand)
CO 2:
Understand major processing techniques employed for plastics by moulding (injection,
blow, compression and transfer), extrusion, thermoforming and casting. (Understand)
CO 3:
Familiarize the machinery and ancillary equipment related to different plastic processing
techniques. (Understand)
CO 4:
Predict suitable additives for plastics for the intended application. (Apply)
CO 5:
Choose appropriate processing technique for the manufacture of a plastic product. (Apply)
CO 6:
Establish correlation between various processing techniques with product properties.
(Apply)
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CO 7:
Evaluate process variables against functional properties of the plastic products. (Evaluate)
CO 8:
Propose troubleshooting mechanisms for defects found in plastics products manufactured
by various processing techniques. (Create)
Mapping of course outcomes with program outcomes:
Level – Low (1), medium (2) and high (3)
PO1
PO2
PO3
PO4
PO5
PO6
PO7
PO8
PO9
PO10
PO11
PO12
CO1
2
1
1
1
1
1
1
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3
1
1
2
2
1
1
CO3
2
1
1
1
1
1
1
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1
1
1
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2
1
1
1
2
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Unit 1. Introduction to plastic processing – Principles of plastic processing: processing of plastics vs metals
and ceramics. Factors determining efficiency of plastics processing: molecular weight, viscosity and
rheology, plastic machining techniques. Difference in approach for thermoplastic and thermoset
processing. Additives for plastics: antioxidants, light stabilizers, UV stabilizers, lubricants, relative
auxiliaries, processing aids, impact modifiers, flame retardants, antistatic agents, stabilizers and
plasticizers. Compounding: plastic compounding techniques, plasticization pelletization.
Unit 2. Extrusion – Principles of extrusion. Features of extruder: barrel, screw, types of screws, drive
mechanism, specifications, heating & cooling systems, types of extruders. Flow mechanism: process
variables, die entry effects, exit instabilities. Defects: melt fracture, shark skin, bambooing. Factors
determining efficiency of an extruder. Extrusion of films: blown and cast films. Tube/pipe extrusion.
Extrusion coating: wire & cable. Twin screw extruder and its applications. Dies and take off equipment.
Latest developments in extrusion assisted plastic processing.
Unit 3. Injection molding – Principles, machinery, accessories and functions, process outline, process
variables, mould cycle. Types of clamping: hydraulic and toggle mechanisms. Cylinder nozzles. Basic mould
types. Reciprocating vs plunger type injection moulding. Thermoplastic vs thermosetting injection
moulding. Injection moulding vs other plastic processing techniques. State-of-the art injection moulding
techniques.
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Unit 4. Compression moulding – Working principles, bulk factor, flow properties, moulding materials,
process cycle. Moulding parameters: cure time, temperature and pressure. Preforms and preheating.
Types of moulds: positive, semi-positive and flash.
Transfer moulding: working principle, equipment, moulding cycle, pot transfer, plunger transfer and screw
transfer moulding techniques, advantages over compression moulding.
Blow moulding: principles and terminologies. Injection blow moulding. Extrusion blow moulding. Design
guidelines for optimum product performance and appearance. Thermoforming: principle, vacuum
forming, pressure forming, mechanical forming.
Casting: working principle, types and applications.
References
1
S. S. Schwart, S. H. Goodman, Plastics Materials and Processes, Van Nostrad Reinhold
Company Inc. (1982).
2
W. S. Allen and P. N. Baker, Hand Book of Plastic Technology, Volume-1, Plastic
Processing Operations [Injection, Compression, Transfer, Blow Molding], CBS Publishers
and Distributors (2004).
3
M. Chanda, S. K. Roy, Plastic Technology handbook, 4
th
Edn., CRC Press (2007).
4
I. I. Rubin, Injection Molding Theory & Practice, Society of Plastic Engineers, Wiley (1973).
5
D.V. Rosato, M. G. Rosato, Injection Molding Hand Book, Springer (2012).
6
M. L. Berins (Ed.), SPI Plastic Engineering Hand Book of Society of Plastic Industry Inc.,
Springer (2012).
7
B. Strong, Plastics: Material & Processing, A, Pearson Prentice hall (2005).
8
D.V Rosato, Blow Molding Hand Book, Carl HanserVerlag GmbH & Co (2003).
9
F. Hensen (Ed.), Plastic Extrusion Technology, Hanser Gardner (1997).
20-214-0502 Polymer Physics
Course Outcome
On successful completion of the course, the students will be able to:
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CO 1:
Correlate the molecular and structural aspects of polymers in predicting crystallinity in
polymers and thereby its influence on the functional properties. (Apply)
CO 2:
Understand theories of crystallisation and methods of estimating degree of
crystallisation. (Understand)
CO 3:
Acquire the concepts of glass transition process and the theories, other thermal
properties. (Understand)
CO 4:
Understand theories of glass transition and factors affecting Tg. (Understand)
CO 5:
To define and calculate size of polymer chain in solution- ideal case and real polymers.
(Understand)
CO 6:
Understand theories of polymer solutions and its application in osmotic pressure
calculations(Apply)
CO 7:
Understand structure- property relationship in polymers. (Understand)
CO 8:
Understand influence of structural and environmental factors on mechanical properties.
(Understand)
Mapping of course outcomes with program outcomes:
Level – Low (1), medium (2) and high (3)
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PO2
PO3
PO4
PO5
PO6
PO7
PO8
PO9
PO10
PO11
PO12
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3
2
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1
1
1
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1
1
2
1
1
CO3
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1
2
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CO4
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Unit 1. Crystalline and amorphous structure of polymers ─ crystallization tendency, structural regularity,
chain flexibility, polarity, bulky substituents. Crystal structure of polymers: theories of crystallization,
kinetics of crystallization, degree of crystallinity, determination of crystal structure by X-Ray diffraction,
crystallinity Vs polymer properties.
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Unit 2. Thermal transitions in polymers – glass transition temperature and its measurement. Factors
affecting glass transition temperature: chain flexibility, geometric factor, inter-chain attractive forces,
co-polymerization, crosslinking, branching, crystallization, plasticization. Theories of glass transition:
kinetic, equilibrium and free volume. Melting – Intermolecular bonding, effect of structure and chain
flexibility
Unit 3. Solution properties of polymers – End – to – end dimensions, freely jointed chain, real polymer
chain, thermodynamics of polymer solutions and blends: Flory-Huggins theory. Flory-Krigbaum theory,
osmotic pressure of polymer solutions. Phase diagrams, theta solvents, solubility parameter.
Unit 4. Structure-property relationships: Stress-strain behaviour, creep, stress relaxation, dynamic
mechanical analysis, impact, elastic stress-strain relation, deformation of solid polymers. Effect of
structural and environmental factors in mechanical properties: molecular weight, cross-linking,
crystallinity, co-polymerization, plasticizers, polarity, steric factors, temperature, strain rate, pressure.
Mechanical tests: compression vs. tensile
References
1
Robert O. Ebewele, Polymer Science and Technology, CRC Press (2002)
2
Paul C. Hiemenz, Timothy P. Lodge, Polymer Chemistry, 2
nd
Edn., CRC Press (2007)
3
J.M.G Cowie, Ploymers: Chemistry and Physics of Modern Material, 2
nd
Edn., Chapman
& Hall (1991).
4
L.H. Sperling, Introduction to Physical Polymer Sciences, John Wiley (1993).
5
Manas Chanda, Introduction to Polymer Science and Chemistry – A Problem Solving
Approach, CRC Press (2006)
6
Joel Fried, Polymer Science and Technology, CRC Press (2006)
7
Alfred Rudin, The Elements of Polymer Science & Engineering, 2
nd
Edn., Academic Press
(1999)
8
Herman S. Kaufman, Joseph J. Falcetta (Eds), Introduction to Polymer Science and
Technology, John Wiley & Sons (1999)
9
Ulf W. Gedde, Polymer Physics, Chapman & Hall (1995)
10
Ulrich Eisele, Introduction to Polymer Physics, Springer-Verlag (1990)
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20-214-0503 Rubber Processing and Products Manufacture
Course Outcome
On successful completion of the course, the students will be able to:
CO 1:
Understand the machineries used for rubber compound preparation. (Understand)
CO 2:
Understand the process of calendering and the machineries used. (Understand)
CO 3:
Understand the process of moulding and the machineries used. (Understand)
CO 4:
Understand the process of extrusion and the machineries used. (Understand)
CO 5:
Appreciate recent status and future prospects of rubber product industries in India.
(Understand)
CO 6:
Learn the manufacture of foot wears, belts, hoses cables etc. (Understand)
CO 7:
Learn the manufacturing process of various rubber products such as tyres, seals, sports
goods and surgical products. (Understand)
CO 8:
Learn the manufacturing process of various rubber products such as bonded articles,
rubber covered rollers, tank lining etc. (Understand)
Mapping of course outcomes with program outcomes:
Level – Low (1), medium (2) and high (3)
PO1
PO2
PO3
PO4
PO5
PO6
PO7
PO8
PO9
PO10
PO11
PO12
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2
1
1
1
1
1
CO2
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1
1
1
2
1
1
1
CO3
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1
1
1
2
1
1
1
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Unit 1. Rubber compounding – Machinery used for mixing: two roll mills, internal mixers and continuous
mixers. Master batching and blending. Calendering technology: principle, processing, defects, defects,
types of calenders, fabric coating and spreading.
Unit 2. Moulding techniques – Machineries, process method, advantages &disadvantages: compression,
transfer, injection moulding of rubbers, flashless moulding, finishing of moulded articles, calculation of
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mould shrinkage, moulding defects and its remedies. Machinery used for extrusion: ram and screw
extruders, extrusion technology, crosshead extruders and strainers. Vulcanisation methods other than
moulding: batch curing, continuous curing, open steam autoclaves, hot air, fluidized bed, LCM, molten
salt bath and high energy radiation curing.
Unit 3. Manufacture of rubber products I – Present status and future prospects of rubber product
industries in India. Manufacture of foot wears, conveyor belts, power transmission belts, hoses, tubings,
cables, wires, cellular rubber products and hard rubber products.
Unit 4. Manufacture of rubber products II – Cycle tyres and tubes, solid tyres, mechanical seals, sports
goods, surgical products. Rubber to metal bonded articles: rubber covered – rollers, tank, pipe and valve
lining, shock absorbers and anti-vibration mountings.
References
1
C. M. Blow, C. Hepburn, Rubber Technology and Manufacture, 2
nd
Edn., Butterworth
Scientific (1982).
2
Werner Hofmann, Rubber Technology Handbook, Hanser Gardner Publications (1990).
3
P. K. Freakly, Rubber Processing and Production Organisation, Springer Science & Business
Media (2012).
4
M.M.Patel, S.B.Rath, R.M.Sambandam, D.Joseph Francis (Eds.), Rubber Engineering by
Indian Rubber Institute, Tata McGraw-Hill (1998).
5
J. M. Martin, W. K. Smith, S. C. Bhatia, Handbook of Rubber Technology, Volume 1-
Natural, Synthetic Rubber and Technology of Vulcanisation, CBS Publishers and
Distributers (2007).
6
J. M. Martin, W. K. Smith, S. C. Bhatia, Handbook of Rubber Technology, Volume 2-
Processing, Compounding, Manufacturing and Uses of Rubber, CBS Publishers and
Distributers (2007).
7
Steven Blow, Handbook of Rubber Technology, 1
st
Edn., Galgotia Publications Pvt. Ltd
(1998).
8
Robert F. Ohm (Ed.), The Vanderbilt Rubber Handbook, 13
th
Edn., R. T. Vanderbilt
Company, Inc. (1990).
20-214-0504 Fibre Science and Technology
Course Outcome
On successful completion of the course, the students will be able to:
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CO 1:
Describe the structural principles of fibres. (Understand)
CO 2:
Explain the different types of spinning processes. (Understand)
CO 3:
Summarise the production and properties of general purpose fibers. (Understand)
CO 4:
Summarise the production and properties of high performance fibers. (Understand)
CO 5:
Understand different types of tests done on fibers (Understand)
CO 6:
Understand different post processing of fibers including dyeing. (Understand)
CO7:
Learn different chemical treatments for modifying surface chemistry. (Understand)
CO 8:
Identify the fibres suitable for reinforcing rubber products. (Analyse)
Mapping of course outcomes with program outcomes:
Level – Low (1), medium (2) and high (3)
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PO5
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PO7
PO8
PO9
PO10
PO11
PO12
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Unit 1. Fibre basics – Definition of textile terms, use of fibres in rubber and plastic industries,
classification of fibres. Structural principles of polymeric fibres: orientation, crystallinity, methods
of measurement. Spinning processes: melt, dry and wet spinning, spin finishes, drawing. Natural
fibres: chemical composition, production, cotton, coir, flax, jute, sisal, hemp, wool, silk, properties
and uses.
Unit 2. Synthetic fibres – Manufacture, properties and application areas of viscose rayon, nylon 6,
nylon 66, PET, acrylics, spandex fibres, polypropylene. High performance fibres: Manufacture,
properties and application areas of aramid, carbon, glass, gel-spun high performance polyethylene.
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Unit 3. Testing of fibres – Man-made fibres: crimp, fineness, tensile properties, eveness, shrinkage,
entanglement, frictional properties. Post processing of fibres: fibre-to-fabric formation, weaving,
knitting, non-woven fabrics. Dyeing of fabrics and types of dyes.
Unit 4. Surface modification of fibres: chemical treatments, grafting, bleaching. Fibre-matrix
adhesion: adhesive treatments for rayon, nylon, polyester, aramid, in-situ bonding system,
mechanism of adhesion. Requirements of textile for reinforcement of rubber products. Application
of man-made fibres: textile, agriculture, biomedical applications.
References
1
V.B. Gupta, V.K. Kothari (Eds.), Manufactured Fibre Technology, Chapman & Hall (1997).
2
Premamoy Ghosh, Fibre Science and Technology, Tata McGraw-Hill (2004).
3
JorgMussig (Ed.), Industrial Applications of Natural Fibres, John Wiley & Sons (2010).
4
J. W. S. Hearle (Ed.), High-performance Fibres, 1
st
Edn.,Woodhead Publishing Limited
(2001).
5
Bernard P. Corbman, Textiles: Fiber to Fabric, 6
th
Edn., McGraw-Hill (1985).
6
David B.Wootton, The Application of Textiles in Rubber, RAPRA Technology Ltd. (2001).
7
S.P. Mishra, A Text Book of FibreScience and Technology, New Age International (2000).
8
H.V.Sreenivasa Murthy, Introduction to Textile Fibres, Taylor & Francis (2015).
20-214-0511 Polymer Characterisation and properties (Lab)
Course Outcome
On successful completion of the course, the students will be able to:
CO1:
Demonstrate the working of equipments used for polymer testing and
characterisation.
CO 2:
Understand the characteristic behaviour of polymer raw materials.
CO 3:
Prepare samples for testing.
CO 4:
Determine the mechanical and thermal properties of polymers.
Mapping of course outcomes with program outcomes:
Level – Low (1), medium (2) and high (3)
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1. Demonstration of equipment like UTM, TGA, DSC, ODR, UV etc.
2. Determination of MFI of plastic materials
3. Determination of viscosity using Brookfield viscometer
4. Determination of MST, HST, and ZST of latex.
5. Preparation of test pieces
6. Determination of tensile strength and tear strength of rubber and plastic samples.
7. Determination of Resilience, Abrasion Resistance, Flex, Crack Resistance, Compression
set, Heat build up, Heat deflection temperature, Hardness.
References
1
BIS, ASTM, ISO Standards
20-214-0512 Analysis of Rubber Compounds and Ingredients (Lab)
Course Outcome
On successful completion of the course, the students will be able to:
CO 1:
Analyze the raw materials used for dry rubber compounding.
CO 2:
Analyze the filler and sulphur content in rubber compounds / vulcanizates.
Mapping of course outcomes with program outcomes:
Level – Low (1), medium (2) and high (3)
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1. Estimation of percentage purity of MBT, DPG, ZnO
2. Determination of acid value of stearic acid
3. Determination of Iodine Adsorption number of Carbon black.
4. Analysis of rubber compounds – Carbon black content, Free sulphur content, Total inorganic
filler and silica content, Total sulphur content, Bound rubber content, Determination of
mooney viscosity, scorch time and cure time
5. Estimation of flash point and fire point of oils.
6. Estimation of Aniline point of oils.
7. Estimation of pour point of wax.
Factory visits: Visit to rubber factories producing extruded and moulded articles. Visit to units
manufacturing FRP products
References
1
BIS, ASTM, ISO Standards
2
C. M. Blow, C. Hepburn, Rubber Technology and Manufacture, 2
nd
Edn, Butterworth
Scientific (1982).
SEMESTER VI
20-214-0601 Latex Technology
Course Outcome
On successful completion of the course, the students will be able to:
CO 1:
Describe the characteristics of NR latex. (Understand)
CO 2:
Explain the significance and methods of latex specification tests. (Understand)
CO 3:
Explain the basic principles of latex stability and destabilization. (Understand)
CO 4:
Get an insight on the various ingredients used for latex compounding. (Understand)
CO 5:
Summarise the different types of dipping techniques. (Understand)
CO 6:
Identify the role of latex in miscellaneous applications. (Analyse)
CO 7:
Design suitable formulations for different latex based products. (Apply)
CO 8:
Illustrate and compare various latex product manufacture methods. (Understand)
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Mapping of course outcomes with program outcomes:
Level – Low (1), medium (2) and high (3)
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Unit 1. Introduction to Natural rubber latex – fundamentals, comparison of natural and synthetic
latices, comparative study of rubber goods manufactured from latices and solid elastomers,
polymer solution vs polymer latices, viscosity-concentration relationship, latex stability and
destabilization.
Unit 2. Latex test methods and compounding – Total solids, dry rubber content, total alkalinity,
coagulum content, sludge content, KOH number, mechanical and chemical stability, VFA
number, zinc oxide stability. Latex compounding: de-ammoniating of latex, vulcanising agents,
accelerators, antioxidants, fillers, dispersing and emulsifying agents, stabilisers, thickening
agents, special ingredients, solutions, dispersions and emulsions, compounding and
vulcanisation, pre-vulcanised latex, radiation vulcanisation.
Unit 3. Dipping technology – straight dipping, coagulant dipping, different types of formers,
dipping process, after treatments. Manufacture of dipped goods: rubber band, medical,
household, and industrial gloves, dipped fabric gloves, balloon, nipples, prophylactics, defects
in dipped goods. Latex impregnation and spreading. Latex cement and adhesives. Latex based
surface coatings. Latex in road rubberisation. Rubber-fibre composite products: coir foam, latex
treated rugs and carpet backing.
Unit 4. Latex foam, thread and mouldings – compounding, mechanical frothing by beating,
processing methods, vulcanisation, washing and drying. Gelling: merits and demerits.
Continuous foam production. Latex thread: extrusion, typical thread formulation. Latex castings
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and mouldings: principles and production of hollow articles, solid articles, use of porous moulds
in casting.
References
1
D.C. Blackley, Polymer Latices: Science and Technology, Vol 1, 2 and 3, Springer Science
(1997).
2
D. C. Blackley, High Polymer Latices, Vol 1 and 2, Maclaren (1966).
3
Rani Joseph, Practical Guide to Latex Technology, Smithers Rapra (2013).
4
R. F.Mausser (Ed.), The Vanderbilt Latex Handbook, R.T. Vanderbilt Company (1987).
5
David Eaves, Handbook of Polymer Foams, Smithers Rapra Publishing (2004).
20-214-0602 Characterization and Testing Methods
Course Outcome
On successful completion of the course, the students will be able to:
CO 1:
Explain the relevance of standards and specifications. (Understand)
CO 2:
Distinguish the processability tests used for thermoplastics, thermosets and
elastomers. (Analyse)
CO 3:
Discuss the thermal, electrical & optical properties of plastics and rubbers.
(Understand)
CO 4:
Summarise the various test methods for evaluating the mechanical properties of the
polymers. (Understand)
CO 5:
Outline various techniques used for charactersing polymers. (Understand)
CO 6:
Distinguish polymer, blends & composites using the test results of characterisation.
(Analyse)
CO 7:
Explain the test procedures for latex and dry rubber products. (Understand)
CO 8:
Summarise the specification test methods of various plastics products. (Understand)
Mapping of course outcomes with program outcomes:
Level – Low (1), medium (2) and high (3)
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Unit 1. Introduction – Standard organizations: BIS, ASTM, ISO, BS, DIN etc. Standards and
specifications. Importance of standards in the quality control of polymers and polymer products.
Preparation of test pieces, conditioning and test atmospheres. Tests on dry rubber:
processability parameters of rubbers – plasticity, Mooney viscosity, scorch time, cure time, cure
rate index Processability tests carried out on thermoplastics and thermosets: MFI, cup flow
index, gel time, bulk density, bulk factor.
Unit 2. Mechanical properties of plastics and rubber: Tensile, compressive, flexural, tear
strength, dynamic stress-strain, hardness, impact strength, resilience, abrasion resistance, creep
and stress relaxation, compression set, dynamic fatigue, ageing properties. Thermal properties:
specific heat, thermal conductivity, thermal expansion, heat deflection temperature, Vicat
softening point. Electrical properties: resistivity, dielectric strength, dielectric constant. Optical
properties: transparency, refractive index, haze, gloss. Tests for chemical resistance. Acids,
alkalies. Flammability tests- oxygen index test. Tests for weather resistance. Gas permeability.
Unit 3. Characterisation of polymers, blends and composites – X-Ray Diffraction (XRD), Fourier
Transform Infrared Spectroscopy (FTIR), Ultraviolet-Visible Spectroscopy, Differential Scanning
Calorimetry (DSC), Thermogravimetric Analysis (TGA), Scanning Electron Microscopy (SEM), and
Transmission Electron Spectroscopy (TEM), Atomic Force Microscopy (AFM).
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Unit 4. Testing of latex products: dipped goods – gloves (surgical, examination, household,
industrial), prophylactics, balloons, foam, latex thread. Testing of dry rubber products: footwear,
hose, belts (conveyor & power transmission).Testing of plastic products: containers, pipes, films,
laminates.
References
1
ISO, BIS, ASTM, BS and DIN standards.
2
R.P.Brown, Plastic test methods, 2
nd
Edn., Harlond, Longman Scientific, (1981).
3
Vishu Shah, Handbook of Plastic Testing Technology, 3
rd
Edn., John Wiley & Sons (2007).
4
R.P.Brown, Physical Testing of Rubbers, 4
th
Edn., Chapman Hall (2006).
5
J.F.Rabek, Experimental Methods in Polymer Chemistry, John Wiley and Sons (1980).
6
M.M.Woolfson, An Introduction to X-Ray Crystallography, 2
nd
Edn., Cambridge University
Press, Vikas Publishing House (1997).
7
F.Majewska, H.Zowall, Handbook of analysis of synthetic polymers and plastics, Ellis
Horwood Limited Publisher (1977).
20-214-0603 Polymer Products Design
Course Outcome
On successful completion of the course, the students will be able to:
CO 1:
Understand the various steps involved in plastic products design process.
(Understand)
CO 2:
Understand general relationships between polymer structure and properties.
(Understand)
CO 3:
Understand the fundamentals of designing plastic beam and plates. (Understand)
CO 4:
Analyse the stress on plastic beams and plates. (Analyse)
CO 5:
Understand the fundamentals of various plastic products design features.
(Understand)
CO 6:
Understand the principles of designing walls, tapers, blind holes, gate and
undercuts. (Understand)
CO 7:
Understand the different terms and parts of a plastic gear. (Understand)
CO 8:
Understand the candidate materials and various design features of plastic gear.
(Understand)
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Mapping of course outcomes with program outcomes:
Level – Low (1), medium (2) and high (3)
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Unit 1. Product design – Principles, functional design, aesthetic design, plastics structure,
physical and chemical properties, effect of fillers on properties and performance.
Unit 2. Beams and plates – Structural design, dynamic load response, cyclic loading, design for
stiffness, processing limitations, design of products for static and dynamic loads, cost
estimation, cost reduction methods.
Unit 3. Design features – Inside sharp corners, ribs, tapers or draft angles, weld lines, gate size
and location, wall thickness, tolerance, internal plastic threads, blind holes, undercuts,
thermoplastic hinge and snap fitting.
Unit 4. Plastic gears – raw materials, advantages and disadvantages, glossary of gearing terms,
design, backlash, working clearance, lubricating additives, frictional and wear properties,
strength and durability, moulded v/s cut plastic gearing.
References
1
E. Miller, Plastics Products Design Handbook, Marcel Dekker (1983).
2
C. Hepburn, Elastomers: Criteria for Engineering Design, Applied Science Publishers
(1979).
3
P. Tres, Designing Plastic Parts For Assembly, Hanser Publishers (2000).
4
J.B. Dym, Product Design with Plastics - Industrial Press Inc. (1983).
5
D. Beck Ronald, Plastic Product Design, Van Nostrand Reinhold Company (1980).
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20-214-0604 Polymer Rheology
Course Outcome
On successful completion of the course, the students will be able to:
CO 1:
Understand the different models used to represent viscoelastic materials. (Understand)
CO 2:
Analyse the models mathematically to derive appropriate governing equations and
predict the behaviour of the system. (Analyse)
CO 3:
Understand the effect of time and temperature on viscoelastic materials. (Understand)
CO 4:
Summarise the effect of temperature and frequency on the dynamic mechanical
properties of polymers. (Understand)
CO 5:
Understand the different types of fluids. (Understand)
CO 6:
Analyse the flow under different shear conditions. (Analyse)
CO 7:
Understand the flow behaviour of fluids through simple geometries. (Understand)
CO 8:
Understand the principles of different types of viscometers. (Understand)
Mapping of course outcomes with program outcomes:
Level – Low (1), medium (2) and high (3)
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Unit 1. Polymer viscoelasticity – Ideal elastic response, pure viscous flow, viscoelasticity,
mechanical models for linear viscoelastic response, Max well and Voigt models, four parameter
model, material response time-Deborah number, Maxwell-Weichert model, generalized Voight
element, Problems.
Unit 2. Superposition principles: Boltzmann superposition, time temperature superposition, WLF
equation, shift factor. Rubber elasticity: ideal rubber, entropy elasticity. Dynamic measurements:
storage, loss modulus, loss tangent and complex modulus, fatigue, hysteresis, rebound resilience.
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Unit 3. Polymer flow behaviour – Newtonian flow, non – Newtonian flow, pseudoplastic, Bingham,
dilatant, thixotropic and rheopectic behaviour. Factors influencing flow behaviour: molecular
weight and distribution, chain branching and temperature.
Unit 4. Flow properties – Power-law fluids, drag flow and pressure flow of power-law fluids in
simple geometries. Measurement: capillary viscometers, Rabinowitsch correction, Bagley
correction, melt fracture, normal stress and die swell, coaxial cylinder viscometer, cone and plate
viscometer, extensional viscometers, Problems.
References
1
Robert O. Ebewele, Polymer Science and Technology, 1
st
Edn., CRC Press (2000).
2
R. J. Crawford, P. J. Martin, Plastics Engineering, 4
th
Edn., Butterworth-Heinemann (2020).
3
R.P. Chhabra, J.F. Richardson, Non-Newtonian Flow and Applied Rheology: Engineering
Applications, 2
nd
Edn., Butterworth-Heinemann (2008).
4
J. A. Brydson, Flow properties of polymer melts, 2
nd
Edn., Godwin (1981).
5
B.R. Gupta, Applied Rheology in Polymer Processing, Asian Books Private Limited (2006).
6
John M. Dealy, Kurft F. Wissbrun, Melt Rheology and its Role in Plastics Processing,
Springer (1999).
7
F. N. Cogswell, Polymer Melt Rheology – A guide for Industrial Practice, Woodhead
Publishing (1981).
8
Lawrence E. Nielsen, Robert F. Landel, Mechanical properties of Polymers and
Composites, 2
nd
Edn., Marcel Dekker, Inc. (1994).
20-214-0611 Latex Technology and Dry Rubber (Lab)
Course Outcome
On successful completion of the course, the students will be able to:
CO 1:
Test natural rubber (dry & latex) as per the specification.
CO 2:
Prepare different natural rubber products (dry and latex).
Mapping of course outcomes with program outcomes:
Level – Low (1), medium (2) and high (3)
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1. Preparation of dispersions and emulsions.
2. Dry Rubber Testing – Homogenization, volatile matter, ash content, initial plasticity and
PRI, dirt content, nitrogen content.
3. Latex Testing – DRC, TSC, total alkalinity, VFA number, MST, coagulum content,
Magnesium content, sludge content, KOH number, Cu content, Manganese content.
4. Determination of Mooney viscosity and cure time of natural rubber compound.
5. Creaming of natural rubber field latex.
6. Effect of viscosity modifier on thickness of latex deposits.
7. Preparation of rubber bands, balloons, finger caps, household and surgeons gloves, latex
foam, latex based adhesives.
8. Preparation of rubber products like play balls, injection bottle caps, teats, tea-mats, M.C.
Sheet, Vstraps, sponge.
Factory visits:
Visit to units producing dipped goods, latex foam, carpet backing, latex thread and other latex
products.
References
1
BIS, ASTM, ISO Standards
2
D.C.Blackely, High Polymer Latices, Vol. I & II, Applied Science Publishing
SEMESTER VII
20-214-0701 Polymer Composites and Blends
Course Outcome
On successful completion of the course, the students will be able to:
CO 1:
Summarise the resins used in the manufacture of FRP. (Understand)
CO 2:
Understand the manufacture and properties of fibres used for FRPs. (Understand)
CO 3:
Derive the properties of the composites theoretically. (Understand)
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CO 4:
Compare the predicted properties with the experimentally measured properties of
composites. (Analyse)
CO 5:
Summarise the various techniques used for the manufacture of FRPs. (Understand)
CO 6:
Compare the advantages and limitations of the different manufacturing process of FRPs.
(Analyse)
CO 7:
Outline the basic concepts of the different types of blends. (Understand)
CO 8:
Interpret the polymer blends based on its characterisation. (Apply)
Mapping of Course Outcomes with Programme Outcomes:
Level – Low (1), Medium (2) and High (3)
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Unit 1. Introduction to composite materials– Classification: particulate, flake, fibrous, laminates,
advantages and disadvantages. Reinforcing fibres: composition, manufacture, properties of glass,
carbon (PAN & Pitch-based), kevlar, boron, silicon carbide, surface treatment, coupling agents.
Matrix materials: production, properties and applications of unsaturated polyester, epoxy, vinyl
ester, phenolic resins.
Unit 2. Theory of composite materials– Prediction of composite properties: rule of mixtures.
Continuous fibre composites: longitudinal strength and modulus, minimum and critical fibre
content, transverse strength and stiffness, shear modulus, Poisson’s ratio, Halpin -Tsai equation.
Factors affecting the strength of composites. Short fibre composites: mechanism of load transfer,
load transfer length, critical fibre length, average strength of composites, Problems.
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Unit 3. Fibre Reinforced Plastics (FRP) – processing machinery, operation, advantages and
disadvantages, hand lay-up, spray up, centrifugal casting, bag moulding-vacuum bag, pressure
bag, autoclave, resin transfer moulding (RTM), Vacuum assisted RTM (VARTM), reinforced
reaction injection moulding (RRIM), compression moulding, injection moulding, filament winding,
pultrusion.
Unit 4. Polymer blends – classification, criteria for blending, advantages of blending. Preparation
techniques: melt blending, solvent blending, latex blending, in-situ polymerization.
Compatibilising agents. Methods of determining miscibility / compatibility, plastic-plastic, rubber-
rubber and plastic-rubber blends.
References
1
P. K. Mallick, Composites Engineering Handbook Part-1&2, CRC Press (2016).
2
Ever J. Barbero, Introduction to Composite Materials Design, 2nd Edn., CRC Press (2011).
3
Bhagwan D. Agarwal, Lawrence J. Broutman, K. Chandrashekhara, Analysis and Performance
of Fiber Composites, 4th Edn., Wiley India (2017).
4
F.L. Matthews, R.D. Rawlings, Composite Materials: Engineering and Science, Woodhead
(1999).
5
T. W. Clyne, D. Hull, An Introduction to Composite Materials, 3rd Edn., Cambridge University
(2019).
6
F. R. Jones (Ed.), Handbook of Polymer-Fibre Composites, Longman Group (1994).
7
K. Friedrich, S. Fakirov, Z. Zhang (Eds.), Polymer Composites – from Nano to Macro scale,
Springer (2005).
8
R. P. Singh, C. K. Das, S. K. Mustafi, Polymer Blends and Alloys, Asian Books Pvt. Ltd. (2002).
9
D.R. Paul, C. B. Bucknall, Polymer Blends Vol. 1 (Formulation) & 2 (Performance), John
Wiley & Sons (2000).
10
Gabriel O. Shonaike, George P. Simon (Eds.), Polymer Blends and Alloys, 1st Edn., CRC
Press (2006).
11
L.A. Utracki. A. W. Charles (Eds.), Polymer Blends Handbook Vol.1, 2nd Edn., Springer
(2014).
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12
Avraam I. Isayev (Ed.), Encyclopedia of Polymer Blends Vol.2, Wiley-VCH (2011).
13
Lloyd M. Robeson, Polymer Blends - A Comprehensive Review, Hanser (2007).
20-214-0702 Introduction to Mould and Die Design
Course Outcome
On successful completion of the course, the students will be able to:
CO 1:
Get an insight into the materials used for the manufacture of the various components of
moulds and dies. (Understand)
CO 2:
Identify the right materials for the components of moulds and dies. (Analyse)
CO 3:
Gain knowledge about the conventional & advanced machinery and techniques used for
machinining and production of the components of moulds and dies. (Understand)
CO 4:
Learn the modern computer based systems for the design, production and quality
assurance of moulds and dies. (Understand)
CO 5:
Comprehend and envisage the processes involved in the design and production of various
types of injection moulds. (Analyse)
CO 6:
Understand the basic designs used for feed and ejection system. (Understand)
CO 7:
Get an insight into the design and manufacture of moulds for compression and transfer
moulding processes. (Understand)
CO 8:
Learn the design and manufacture of various types of dies and extrudate calibration
systems. (Understand)
Mapping of Course Outcomes with Programme Outcomes:
Level – Low (1), Medium (2) and High (3)
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Unit 1. Materials for moulds and dies – Selection, steels-hardening, nitriding, corrosion resistant
steels, aluminium alloys-surface treatment and coating, bronzes, zinc alloys. Materials for
prototype moulds: natural materials, metals, synthetic materials.
Unit 2.Mould manufacturing processes – Machineries used: cutting, turning, milling, grinding and
welding. Electrical discharge machining (EDM). Electroforming. Hobbing. Polishing. Surface
structuring. Design: Introduction to computer aided mould design (CAD), computer aided
manufacturing (CAM), computer integrated manufacturing (CIM) and computer integrated
quality assurance (CAQ).
Unit 3. Injection mould design – Basic injection mould construction, feed system in injection
moulds -design of sprue, runners and gates. Non solidifying runners. Ejection system. Mould
venting, cooling, guiding and locking. Stack moulds. Moulds for threaded products. Moulds for
thermosets and rubbers.
Unit 4. Compression moulds: general types, components of compression moulds and design.
Transfer moulds : types of moulds, components of transfer moulds, advantages and design.
Extrusion dies: General rules for die design, extrusion dies for discharge of single melt. Types of
dies: basic, pipe, sheet, blown film and wire coating . Automatically adjustable dies. Profile dies.
Dies for extruding nets. Dies for co-extrusion. Systems for sizing and calibration of extrudates.
References
1
Gunter Mennig, KlausStoeckhert (Editors.), Mould- Making Handbook, 3rd Edn, Hanser
Publishers (2012).
2
R.G.W. Pye, Injection Mould Design, 4th Edn, Affiliated East-West Press Pvt. Ltd. (2000).
Edited in July 2022 for submission to Academic Council.
3
Walter Michaeli, Extrusion Dies for Plastics and Rubber 3E: Design and Engineering
Computations, 3rd Edn, Hanser Publications (2003).
4
Gastrow, Injection Molds: 130 Proven Designs, Peter Unger (Ed), 4th Edn, Hanser
Publications (2006).
5
Herbert Rees, MouldEngineering, 2nd Edn, Hanser Publishers (1995).
6
George Menges, Walter Michaeli, Paul Mohren, How to Make Injection Moulds, 3rd Edn,
Hanser Publishers ( 2001).
7
E.G. Fisher, Extrusion of Plastics, 3rd Edn, Halsted Press (1976).
8
Chris Rauwendaal, Understanding Extrusion, 2nd Edn, Hanser Publications (2010).
20-214-0703 Failure Analysis of Polymers
Course Outcome
On successful completion of the course, the students will be able to:
CO 1:
Understand the different modes of failure occurring in polymers and composites.
(Understand)
CO 2:
Explain the fundamentals of fracture mechanics. (Understand)
CO 3:
Understand the fracture mechanics during impact tests. (Understand)
CO 4:
Explain fracture mechanics in long-term tests. (Understand)
CO 5:
Summarise the effect of various environmental factors on the degradation behaviour of
polymers. (Understand)
CO 6:
Explain the strategic weakness leading to failure of polymers. (Understand)
CO 7:
Outline the environmental stress cracking phenomenon in polymers. (Understand)
CO 8:
Discuss degradation mechanisms in polymers. (Understand)
Mapping of Course Outcomes with Programme Outcomes:
Level – Low (1), Medium (2) and High (3)
Edited in July 2022 for submission to Academic Council.
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Unit 1. Fundamentals of fracture – molecular failure process. Failure modes: brittle failure,
ductile failure, ductile-brittle transitions, toughened polymers, mechanisms of rubber
toughening, failure of highly filled systems/composites. Fracture mechanics: linear elastic
fracture mechanics (LEFM), fracture predictions based on stress concentration and stress
intensity factor, fracture predictions based on an energy balance.
Unit 2. Fracture mechanics – Short term and long term test methods and analysis: impact
strength, impact failure, creep rupture, fatigue, friction and wear.
Unit 3. Failure analysis and degradation of polymers – Identification of strategic weakness,
stability of polymer structures, environmental effect on polymer failure - weather, thermal,
photo and oxidation.
Unit 4. Degradation mechanisms- Ionizing radiation, hydrolysis, environmental stress cracking-
crazing and cracking, electrical treeing and water treeing, chemical degradation,
electrochemical degradation, biodegradation, physical ageing.
References
1
David C. Wright, Failure of Plastics and Rubber Products, RAPRA Technology Ltd. (2001).
Edited in July 2022 for submission to Academic Council.
2
Tim A. Osswald, Georg Menges, Material Science of Polymers for Engineers, 3rd Edn.,
Hanser Publications (2012).
3
R. J. Young, P. A. Lovell, Introduction to Polymers, 3rd Edn., CRC Press (2011).
4
R.J. Crawford, Plastics Engineering, 3rd Edn., Elsevier Butterworth-Heinmann (2002)
20-214-0704 Industrial Management
Course Outcome
On successful completion of the course, the students will be able to:
CO 1:
Summarise the basic concepts of management. (Understand)
CO 2:
Explain the theories and the functions of management. (Understand)
CO 3:
Differentiate personnel management & human resource management and Recruitment &
Selection. (Understand)
CO 4:
Describe the various concepts in HRM (like absenteeism, transfers ,promotions and T&D.
(Understand)
CO 5:
Describe different concepts in Production management and Materials management.
(Understand)
CO 6:
Outline the basic concepts of Quality management. (Understand)
CO 7:
Describes Marketing management and consumer behaviour. (Understand)
CO 8:
Analyse Accounting concepts and principles and financial accounting concepts. (Apply)
Mapping of Course Outcomes with Programme Outcomes:
Level – Low (1), Medium (2) and High (3)
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Unit 1. Introduction to management – Definition of management, characteristics of management,
levels of management, management skills. Theories: evolution of management theory, scientific
management, principles of scientific management, administrative management, modern
management theories. Functions of management: planning, forecasting, organizing, staffing,
directing, motivating, controlling, coordinating, communicating, decision making.
Unit 2.Personnel management – definitions, objectives, characteristics, functions, principles,
recruitment and selection of manpower, scientific selection, transfers, promotion, absenteeism,
labour turnover, training and development of manpower, need, objectives, benefits, methods.
Unit 3.Production management: manufacturing systems, product design and development, plant
location and layout, balancing production lines. Materials management: purchasing, stores and
store-keepinginventory control. Quality management: definition, QC function, quality systems,
quality control, quality cost, accounting for quality cost and loss, quality audit.
Unit 4.Marketing management – Evolution of marketing, modern concept of marketing-marketing
functions, marketing systems, marketing mix, consumer behaviour, products mix, product line,
advertising, pricing, market research, sales forecasting. Functions of financial management : cost
accounting and control, fundamentals of accounting, balance sheet, source of finance, financial
institutions, profit/loss account, cost of sales taxes, financial ratio, capital classification of capital,
working capital, need for working capital, assessment of working capital, factors affecting working
capital. Breakeven analysis, depreciation, equipment replacement policy.
References
1
Lawrence L. Bethel, Franklin S. Atwater, George H.E. Smith, Harvey A. Stackman Jr., James L.
Riggs (Ed.), Industrial Organisation and Management, 6th Edn., Mc Graw Hill Inc. (1979).
2
Harold Koontz, Cyril O'Donneli, Principles of management : An Analysis of Managerial
Functions, 2nd Edn., McGraw-Hill (1959).
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3
Prasanna Chandra, Financial Management, 8th Edn., Tata Mc Graw Hill Education Pvt. Ltd.
(2011).
4
W J Reddin, Denis Ryan, Handbook of management by objectives, Tata Mcgraw-Hill (1988).
5
Prasanna Chandra, Projects, Tata Mc Graw Hill Education (2013).
6
S.K.Basu , Industrial Finance in India: A Study in Investment Banking and State-Aid to Industry,
University of Calcutta (1961).
7
Mary Jo Hatch, Organization Theory: Modern, Symbolic, and Postmodern Perspectives,
Oxford University Press (2018).
8
N.L. Hingorani, A.R. Ramanathan,Management Accounting, Sultan Chand & Sons (2012).
9
Richard B. Chase, Nicholas J. Aquilano, F. Robert Jacobs, Production and operations
management: manufacturing and services, Volume 1, 8th Edn., Irwin/McGraw-Hill (1998).
10
Jack R Meredith, Scott M. Shafer, Samuel.J.Mantel.Jr., Project Management : A strategic
managerial Approach, 10th Edn., John Wiley & Sons (2017).
11
Dennis Lock, The essentials of Project Management, Ashgate Publishing Ltd. (2014).
20-214-0711 Polymer Products Testing (Lab)
Course Outcome
On successful completion of the course, the students will be able to:
CO 1:
Test latex products, dry rubber products and plastic products as per specification.
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Mapping of Course Outcomes with Programme Outcomes:
Level – Low (1), Medium (2) and High (3)
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1. Testing of Latex products – gloves, thread, foam
2. Testing of Dry Rubber Products – sponge, MC sheet, cycle tyres and tubes, rubber to
metal bonded products, hoses, belting
3. Testing of Plastic Products – films, sheets, pipes, laminates, blow moulded containers
References
1
BIS, ASTM, ISO Standards
SEMESTER VIII
20-214-0801 Project Work Report and Viva Voce
Course Outcome
On successful completion of the course, the students will be able to:
CO 1:
Perform literature survey and analyse the recent technology developments in the
field of polymer engineering. (Analyse)
CO 2:
Design experiments related to the development of polymer products (Create)
CO 3:
Perform experiments related to a research problem. (Apply)
CO 4:
Analyse and solve problems related to polymer industries. (Analyse)
CO 5:
Assess the experimental data generated during the experimental work. (Analyse)
CO 6:
Develop components, products, processes or technologies in the polymer
engineering field. (Create)
CO 7:
Interpret results and make reports based on the project work. (Analyse)
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CO 8:
Apply knowledge gained in solving real life engineering problems. (Apply)
Mapping of course outcomes with program outcomes:
Level - Low (1), medium (2) and high (3)
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Project Plan:
Do through literature survey to acquire in-depth knowledge on the research topic assigned by
the company/ institution. Finalization of the objectives and methodology relating to the assigned
topic, preparing a detailed work plan for conducting the project work, including team work.
Detailed Analysis/ Modelling/ Simulation/ Design/ Problem Solving/ Experiment as needed. Final
development of product/process, testing, results, conclusions and future directions. Preparing a
paper for Conference presentation/Publication in Journals, if possible. Preparing a report in the
standard format for being evaluated by the assessment board. Final project presentation and
viva voce by the assessment board including external expert.
Evaluation
Exam
Mark Distribution
Report
presentation &
viva
Total Marks
Internal
Assessment
50
150
200
External
Assessment
50
150
200
Total Marks
100
300
400
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20-214-0802 Industrial Training
Course Outcome
On successful completion of the course, the students will be able to:
CO 1:
Identify the various processes involved in the manufacture of polymer products.
(Analyse)
CO 2:
Understand various machineries used for the manufacture of polymer products.
(Understand)
CO 3:
Analyse and solve problems related to polymer industries. (Apply)
CO 4:
Make reports based on the industrial training. (Understand)
Mapping of course outcomes with program outcomes:
Level - Low (1), medium (2) and high (3)
PO1
PO2
PO3
PO4
PO5
PO6
PO7
PO8
PO9
PO10
PO11
PO12
CO1
2
2
2
1
2
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
CO2
2
2
2
1
2
1
1
1
1
1
1
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One month training in various polymer engineering industries like tyre industries, dry rubber
product industries, latex industries, dipped goods industries, paint industries, adhesive
industries, plastic product industries etc.
Evaluation
Exam
Mark Distribution
Report
presentation & viva
Total Marks
Internal
Assessment
20
30
50
External
Assessment
20
30
50
Total Marks
40
60
100
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ELECTIVES
SEMESTER V
20-214-0521 Paints and Surface Coatings
Course Outcome
On successful completion of the course, the students will be able to:
CO 1:
Understand the different components of paint. (Understand)
CO 2:
Explain the various resins used in paints. (Understand)
CO 3:
Summaries the various types of pigments and its properties. (Understand)
CO 4:
Generate appropriate paint formulations. (Apply)
Mapping of course outcomes with program outcomes:
Level - Low (1), medium (2) and high (3)
PO1
PO2
PO3
PO4
PO5
PO6
PO7
PO8
PO9
PO10
PO11
PO12
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Unit 1. Paint basics – Significance of paint, Components of paint: binders, pigments, solvents,
various additives. Binders: industrial resins- Alkyd, polyester, silicone, epoxy, acrylic, hydrocarbon,
vinyl, formaldehyde based polymers, chlorinated rubber, polyurethanes, fluoro polymers. Hard
resins and varnishes.
Unit 2. Ingredients – inorganic and organic pigments. Pigment dispersion: properties of pigments,
factors affecting dispersions, preparation of pigment dispersion, grinding equipment, solvents,
extenders, other additives. Formulations.
Unit 3. Painting processes – Surface preparation: mechanical cleaning, solvent cleaning, alkali
cleaning, and acid pickling. Chemical conversion treatment. Paint application: mechanism of film
formation. Applying processes: brushing, dip coating and flow coating, curtain coating, roller
coating and spray painting. Curing- Physical, chemical and oxidative curing.
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Unit 4. Properties of Paints – mechanical, optical, rheological, flammability and environmental
properties. Applications.
References
1
R.Lambourne, T.A.Strivens, Paint and Surface Coating: Theory and Practice, 2nd Edn., William
Andrew Publishing (1993).
2
Arthur A.Traction, Coatings materials and surface coatings, CRC Press (2007).
3
Rodger Talbert, Paint Technology Handbook, CRC Press (2008).
4
Swaraj Paul, Surface coatings: Science & Technology, 2nd Edn, Wiley(1996).
5
Philip A. Schweitzer, P.E. Paints and coating: Applications and Corrosion Resistance, CRC Press
(2005).
20-214-0522 Adhesives Technology
Course Outcome
On successful completion of the course, the students will be able to:
CO 1:
Understand the basics and theories of adhesion. (Understand)
CO 2:
Summarise the different types of resins used as adhesives. (Understand)
CO 3:
Design different adhesive joints (Analyse)
CO 4:
Identify suitable adhesive formulation for various applications. (Analyse)
Mapping of course outcomes with program outcomes:
Level - Low (1), medium (2) and high (3)
PO1
PO2
PO3
PO4
PO5
PO6
PO7
PO8
PO9
PO10
PO11
PO12
CO1
3
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1
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Unit 1. Introduction to Adhesives – Adhesive bonding, characteristics and functions of adhesives.
Adhesive and cohesive failure. Structural and non-structural adhesives. Classification of
adhesives. Theories of adhesion: Adsorption, mechanical, diffusion and weak boundary layer
theories. Wettability. Surface energy. Contact angle. Work of adhesion and cohesion.
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Unit 2. Performance of adhesives – Types of stresses acting on adhesive joints:
Tension/compression, shear, cleavage and peel stresses. Factors affecting stress distribution.
Factors affecting adhesive performance. Adhesive composition. Design of adhesive joints.
Testing of adhesives and adhesive joints.
Unit 3. Classification and types of adhesives – Classification based on origin, function, chemical
composition, and method of reaction: single-part, multi-part, hot-melt, pressure sensitive etc.
Epoxy, urethane, acrylic, phenolic, cyanoacrylate, silicone, water based adhesives etc.
Unit 4. Adhesive compositions and applications – Adhesive compounding additives: binders,
hardeners, solvents, fillers, plasticizers etc. Formulations. Adhesives for special environments-
high/low temperature, thermal cycling, vacuum, UV, ozone and corrosive atmosphere.
Adhesives for specific substrates.
References
1
Edward M. Petrie, Handbook of Adhesives and Sealants, McGraw Hill Handbook, 2nd
Edn. (2007).
2
A. Pizzi, K.L. Mittal, Handbook of Adhesive Technology, Marcel and Dekker Inc., 2nd Edn.
(2003).
3
I. Skeist (Ed.), Handbook of Adhesives,Chapman and Hall, 3rd Edn. (1990).
20-214-0523 Disaster Management
Course Outcome
On successful completion of the course, the students will be able to:
CO 1:
Differentiate the types of disasters, causes and their impact on environment and
society. (Understand)
CO 2:
Tell the Do's and Don'ts during various types of disasters. (Apply)
CO 3:
Assess vulnerability and various methods of risk reduction measures as well as
mitigation. (Analyse)
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CO 4:
Understand the relationship between disaster and development. (Understand)
Mapping of course outcomes with program outcomes:
Level - Low (1), medium (2) and high (3)
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PO2
PO3
PO4
PO5
PO6
PO7
PO8
PO9
PO10
PO11
PO12
CO1
2
1
1
1
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1
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Unit 1. Introduction to Disasters – Definitions: disaster, hazard, vulnerability, resilience, risks.
Types of disasters: earthquake, landslide, flood, drought, fire. Classification and causes of
impacts including social, economic, political, environmental, health, psychosocial. Differential
impacts- in terms of caste, class, gender, age, location, disability. Global trends in disasters:
urban disasters, pandemics, complex emergencies, climate change. Dos and Don’ts during
various types of disasters.
Unit 2. Approaches to Disaster Risk Reduction (DRR) – Disaster cycle, phases, culture of safety,
prevention, mitigation. Preparedness for community based DRR: structural and nonstructural
measures. Roles and responsibilities of community, Panchayati Raj Institutions / Urban Local
Bodies (PRIs/ULBs), State Government, Central Government, and other stake-holders.
Institutional processes and framework at State and Central Level: State Disaster Management
Authority (SDMA), Early warning system, Advisories from appropriate agencies.
Unit 3. Inter-Relationship between Disasters and Development – Factors affecting
vulnerabilities, differential impacts, impact of development projects such as dams,
embankments, changes in land-use. Climate change adaptation: IPCC scenario and scenarios in
the context of India. Relevance of indigenous knowledge, appropriate technology and local
resources.
Unit 4. Disaster Risk Management in India – hazard and vulnerability profile of India,
components of disaster relief: water, food, sanitation, shelter, health, waste management,
institutional arrangements (mitigation, response and preparedness). Disaster Management Act
and Policy: other related policies, plans, programmes and legislation. Role of GIS and
Information technology components in preparedness, risk assessment, response and recovery,
phases of disaster. Disaster damage assessment. Management of industrial disasters.
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References
1
J. P. Singhal, Disaster Management, Laxmi Publications (2019).
2
Tushar Bhattacharya, Disaster Science and Management, McGraw Hill India
Education Pvt. Ltd. (2012).
3
K.Gupta Anil, Sreeja S. Nair, Environmental Knowledge for Disaster Risk
Management, NIDM (2011).
4
Kapur Anu, Vulnerable India: A Geographical Study of Disasters, IIAS and Sage
Publishers (2010).
5
Govt. of India: Disaster Management Act , Government of India (2005).
6
Government of India, National Disaster Management Policy (2009).
20-214-0524 Biodegradable Polymers
Course Outcome
On successful completion of the course, the students will be able to:
CO 1:
Get insight into various kinds of biodegradation, factors affecting biodegradation and
environmental cues determining mechanism of biodegradation. (Understand)
CO 2:
Predict biodegradability of polymers based on structure. (Analyze)
CO 3:
Evaluate degree of biodegradation as per standard test protocols. (Evaluate)
CO 4:
Obtain know-how on synthesis of various biodegradable plastics. (Understand)
Mapping of course outcomes with program outcomes:
Level - Low (1), medium (2) and high (3)
PO 1
PO 2
PO 3
PO 4
PO 5
PO 6
PO 7
PO 8
PO 9
PO 10
PO 11
PO 12
CO 1
2
2
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1
1
1
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3
2
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Unit 1 Biodegradation of Polymers- Biochemical and Environmental factors, Biodegradability-
definition, criteria, Biodegradable polymers: Classification based on origin, structure, Physical,
mechanical and chemical variations in properties, Surface and bulk erosion, Environmental cues:
microorganisms and their role, Microbial degradation, Enzymes: enzyme nomenclature,
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specificity, factors affecting activity, mechanism of enzymatic degradation, Chemical
degradation, Chemically initiated biodegradation: Hydrolysis of natural and synthetic
biodegradable polymers
Unit 2 Biodegradable Plastics - Biodegradable plastics: Natural and Synthetic, examples,
Biodegradable composites- Types, preparation, properties of starch; starch- polymer films:
fabrication, properties and testing. Biodegradable plastics and composites for packaging
applications: pre-requisite properties and challenges, Evaluation of biodegradation by laboratory,
environmental and accelerated test methods, Recycling: Methods and Challenges, Alternatives
for starch based biodegradable plastic films
Unit 3 Biodegradable polyesters- Introduction, History, Biosynthesis properties and applications
of synthetic and bacterial polyesters: crystal structure, morphology, biodegradation: thermal,
hydrolytic, environmental and in vivo degradation.
Unit 4 Standards and test methods: Standards for evaluation of biodegradability, Criteria for
selecting appropriate test standard, screening tests for ready biodegradability, tests for inherent
biodegradability, tests for simulation studies, environmental tests, soil burial tests.
References
1
G.J.L Griffin Blackie (Ed.), Chemistry & Technology of Biodegradable Polymers
Academic & Professional London (1994).
2
Yoshiharu Doi, Kazuhiko Fukuda (Ed.), Biodegradable Plastics & Polymers Elsevier
(1994).
3
Abraham J.Donb& Others (Ed.), Handbook of Biodegradable polymers.
4
Harvard Academic Publishers Australia (1997).
20-214-0525 Polymers and Environment
Course Outcome
On successful completion of the course, the students will be able to:
CO 1:
Acquire in depth knowledge on the environmental issues related with polymeric
materials. (Understand)
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CO 2:
Understand the polymers used in agriculture and packaging applications. (Understand)
CO 3:
Dispose or reuse or recycle the polymeric materials. (Apply)
CO 4:
Identify the carcinogenic and noncarcinogenic polymeric materials and chemicals used
in polymer industries. (Analyse)
Mapping of course outcomes with program outcomes:
Level - Low (1), medium (2) and high (3)
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Unit 1. Polymers and Environment ─ Environmental issues related to polymer industries, design
for environment life cycle approach, contribution to energy, feed stock, transport, gross and net
calorific value. Effect of plastic waste on wild life, aquatic life and water pollution, positive impact
of plastic on environment. Effluent treatment at latex and rubber industries.
Unit 2. Polymers in agriculture ─ Green house films, Plastics in mulch films, plastics in silage, drip
irrigation system. Polymers in packaging ─ Common packaging plastics.
Unit 3. Recycling ─ PET bottles and thermocol, disposal of waste plastics films. Energy recovery
from waste polymer products. Disposal of plastics goods, Reuse and recycling of house hold plastic,
recycling of e-waste, disposal and recycling of biodegradable plastics and food waste, biogas
production, production of cooking gas from waste plastics. Tyre recycling, recycling of dipped goods
and non-tyre products.
Unit 4. Flammability of polymers ─ Release of polymer vapours, ignition, combustion of polymer
vapours. Fire propagation, fire resistant polymers. Methods to improve the fire resistance of
polymers. Carcinogenic polymers and rubber chemicals.
References
1
Anthony L. Andrady, Plastics and environment, Wiley Inter Science (2003).
Edited in July 2022 for submission to Academic Council.
2
Prasanth Raghavan, Recycling of Natural Rubber based Waste Tyres – A Green Environment
for the Future Recycled Polymers, Chemistry and Processing, Volume 1, Smithers RAPRA
(2015).
3
Ian Hamerton, Polymers, the environment and sustainable, JohnWley and Sons (2003).
20-214-0526 Polymers for Packaging
Course Outcome
On successful completion of the course, the students will be able to:
CO 1:
Compare various bioplastics suitable for packaging. (Understand)
CO 2:
Discuss various processing techniques. (Understand)
CO 3:
Explain fundamental properties of packaging materials. (Understand)
CO 4:
Identify various packaging methods for raw as well as cooked food materials to
increase shelf life. (Apply)
Mapping of course outcomes with program outcomes:
Level - Low (1), medium (2) and high (3)
PO 1
PO 2
PO 3
PO 4
PO 5
PO 6
PO 7
PO 8
PO 9
PO 10
PO 11
PO 12
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Unit 1. Edible and biobased food packaging materials – introduction, advantages &
disadvantages. Edible films and coatings : polysaccharide based coatings, lipid based coatings
and protein based coatings. Biodegradable packaging materials-first, second and third
categories, comparison with commercial packaging materials.
Unit 2. Processing of thermoplastic packages – extrusion, calendaring, coating and laminating,
stretch blow molding, foamed plastics, closures and sealing systems, vapour deposition,
orientation and micro perforation. Printing processes.
Unit 3. Properties of packaging materials – optical, tensile, bursting strength, impact strength,
crease or flex resistance, coefficient of friction, blocking, orientation and shrinkage.
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Permeability: single and multilayer materials, gas permeability, water vapour permeability,
factors affecting the diffusion & solubility coefficients.
Unit 4. Food packaging – Packaging materials: microwaveable foods, flesh foods, dairy products,
cereals, snack foods & confectionary, beverages. Comparison of polymer packaging with paper,
metal and glass materials. Aseptic packaging of foods. Active and intelligent packaging. Modified
atmospheric packaging
References
1
Gordon.L Robertson, Food Packaging: Principles and Practices, CRC Press (2012).
2
R.J. Hernandez, Susan E. M. Selke, John D. Culter, Plastics packaging, Hanser Publishers
(2000).
3
Stanley Sacharow, Roger C. Griffin, Jr., Basic Guide to Plastics Packaging,
MassachusettsCahners (1973).
4
A. S. Athalye, Plastics in Flexibles Packaging, Multi- Tech Publishing (1992).
5
A. S. Athalye, Plastics in Packaging, Tata McGraw Hill Publishing Company Ltd. (1992).
SEMESTER VI
20-214-0621 Polymers for Electrical and Electronics Applications
Course Outcome
On successful completion of the course, the students will be able to:
CO 1:
Describe the structure, theory and properties of organic and inorganic semiconductors.
(Understand)
CO 2:
Explain the different preparation methods of conducting polymers. (Understand)
CO 3:
Outline the properties and processing of conducting polymers. (Understand)
CO 4:
Identify the application and device fabrication of conducting polymers. (Analyse)
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Mapping of course outcomes with program outcomes:
Level - Low (1), medium (2) and high (3)
PO1
PO2
PO3
PO4
PO5
PO6
PO7
PO8
PO9
PO10
PO11
PO12
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Unit 1. Basics on inorganic and organic semiconductors – Classification of materials based on
electrical conductivity. Basic laws on electrical conductivity: Ohms law and Coulomb’s law.
Valance band theory-basic concept of band model. Concept of doping. p-type and n-type doping
and doping mechanism. p-n junctions. oxidative and reductive dopants. Inorganic and organic
dopants. Type of doping technique. Charge carriers polarons, bipolarons and solitons. Effect of
doping on the properties of organic and organic semi conductors. Effect of temperature on
conductivity of inorganic and organic semiconductors.
Unit 2. Historical development and synthesis of important conducting polymers – Historical
development of organic conductors. Basic structural characteristics of organic conductors.
Methods of preparation of conducting polymers: chain growth polymerization, step growth
polymerization, electrochemical polymerization. Synthesis of organic conductors:
polyacetylene, poly(para phenylene), polyaniline, polypyrrole, poly(phenylene vinylene) and
poly(vinyl carbazole). Conduction mechanism in organic conductors. Interchain and intrachain
conduction.
Unit 3. Properties and Processing of conducting polymers – Important properties of conducting
polymers: electrical conductivity, photoconductivity, charge storage capacity,
photoluminescence and electroluminescence. Dielectric constant, dielectric loss and absorption
properties. Processing of conducting polymers. Methods to enhance the processability of
conducting polymers. Advantages and disadvantages of conducting polymers
Unit 4. Applications of conducting polymers and device fabrication methods – Applications of
conducting polymers. Electroactive applications polymer rechargeable batteries,
supercapacitors, sensors, electrochemical actuators. Conductivity applications: antistatic
coatings and conductive adhesives. Electronic applications: EMI shielding and Frequency
selective surface. Space applications.
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References
1
Tony Blythe, David Bloor, Electrical Properties of Polymers, 2nd Edn, Cambridge
University Press. (2005).
2
H.S. Naiwa, Organic conductive molecules and polymers, John wiley and sons; vol. 2,
(1977).
3
Prasanth Raghavan, Jabeen Fatima (Eds.), Polymer and ceramic electrolytes for energy
storage devices, First Edition, Taylor and Francis, CRC Press (2020).
4
Neethu T. M. Balakrishnan, Prasanth Raghavan (Eds.), Electrospinning for advanced
energy storage applications, Springer-Nature (2020).
5
J. L. Bredas, R. Silbey, Conjugated polymers, Kluwer, Dordrecht (1991).
6
Pradip Kar, Doping in Conjugated Polymers, Scivener Publishing (2013).
7
J. Margolis, Conducting Polymers and Plastics, Chapman and Hal (1993).
8
M.E.O.Lyons (Ed.), Electroactive polymers, Plenum Press (1994).
20-214-0622 Footwear Technology
Course Outcome
On successful completion of the course, the students will be able to:
CO 1:
Understand the operations involved in footwear manufacture. (Understand)
CO 2:
Select required adhesives and synthetic fabrics for footwear. (Analyse)
CO 3:
Identify various footwear components and processes. (Apply)
CO 4:
Understand the process of specialty footwear manufacture. (Understand)
Mapping of course outcomes with program outcomes:
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Unit 1. Production of Footwear – Operations involved in making footwear. ‘Built-up’ footwear: DVP/DIP (Direct
Vulcanising / Direct injection Moulding) process. Non-rubber materials used for footwear manufacture.
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Unit 2. Adhesives and Synthetic Fabrics in Footwear – Adhesive formulations involving starch, glue, latex,
rubber solutions, chloroprene, polyurethane (PU) etc. Properties of adhesives & their choice for different
purposes and in construction as in DIP, DVP, cemented etc. Mechanism of adhesion. Fabrics used: cotton,
rayon, nylon, polyester. Treatment of textiles for combining with rubber.
Unit 3. Cellular and Microcellular Materials – Natural and synthetic rubber based microcellular materials: PU,
polyvinyl acetate (PVC), ethylene vinyl acetate (EVA) in microcellular soling; Direct vulcanizing / injection
processes.
Unit 4. Specialty and moulded footwears – Footwear’s for sports: Relation between surface, activity and
footwear, materials and method of construction, preparation of uppers, sequence of operations. Sponge
rubber moulded on slippers. Soled rubber moulded on footwear. Thermoplastic injection moulded on
footwear. Cellular PU moulded on footwear. Mountaineering / hiking shoes, fireman, and oil refinery shoes.
References
1
J.H. Thornton, Text Book of Footwear Manufacture, National Trade Press Ltd., 3rd Edn. (1970).
2
J. Blakeman, An Introduction to Applied Science for Boot and Shoe Manufacture, The Anglo American
Technical Co.Ltd. (1935).
3
R. Goontilleke, Science of Footwear, CRC Press, (2013).
4
I.A. Skoggard, Modern Shoe Making– Lasting, SATRA Publication, (1996)
5
A. J. Harvey, Footwear Materials and Process Technology, LASRA Publications,2nd Edn. (1982).
20-214-0623 Polymer Recycling
Course Outcome
On successful completion of the course, the students will be able to:
CO 1:
Explain the need and benefits of polymer recycling. (Understand)
CO 2:
Describe primary and secondary recycling aspects. (Understand)
CO 3:
Explain tertiary and quaternary recycling routes. (Understand)
CO 4:
Understand the recycling of commingled plastic and rubber wastes (Understand)
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Unit 1. Introduction to polymer recycling ‒ Need, benefits. Sorting and Separation Techniques: manual, density
based, optical, advanced spectroscopic based, electrostatic. Recycling methods : primary, secondary, tertiary
and quarternary.
Unit 2. Primary / secondary recycling (mechanical recycling) – Stages of recycling :pre sorting, size reduction,
separation - separation of non-plastics, light contaminants, plastic-plastic separation. Cleaning and conversion
into products. Recycling of polyolefins, polystyrene, PVC, acrylics, PET, PBT, ABS, Nylons, polyacetals, PC, PPO.
Unit 3. Tertiary recycling – Modes of decomposition. wet process : PET - glycolysis, methanolysis, hydrolysis,
PMMA - catalytic cracking, PU - glycolysis, hydrolysis and alcoholysis, Nylon - hydrolysis. Dry process -
pyrolysis and gasification. Catalytic cracking of polyolefins. Feedstock recycling of plastic wastes: chemical
depolymerisation, gasification and partial oxidation, thermal process, catalytic cracking and reforming,
hydrogenation. Quarternary recycling: energy recovery from plastic waste, incineration.
Unit 4. Recycling of commingled plastics, thermosets and rubber – Commingled plastics recycling : problems,
methods, applications. Recycling of thermoset waste : problems, recycling technologies - mechanical, thermal
& chemical recycling process, and uses of recyclates. Rubber recycling : crumb rubber , reclaimed rubber -
devulcanization techniques, compounding with devulcanized rubber, properties and applications. Pyrolysis of
waste rubber - conversion of used tire to carbon black and oil.
References
1
John Scheirs, Polymer Recycling: Science, Technology and applications, John Wiley and Sons Ltd.
(2001)
2
G. Akovali, C. Bernardo, J. Leidner, L. A. Utracki, M. Xantho (Eds.), Frontiers in the Science and
Technology of Polymer Recycling, 2nd Edn., Spriger Science and Business media (2013).
3
R. J. Ehirg (Ed.), Plastics Recycling: Products and Processes, Hanser Publications (1992).
4
Sadhan K. De, AvraamIsayev, KlementinaKhait (Eds.), Rubber Recycling, CRC Press (2005).
5
J. Aguado, D. Serrano, James H. Clark (Ed.), Feedstock Recycling of Plastic Wastes, The Royal Society
of Chemistry (1999)
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A. L. Andrady, Plastics and the Environment, John Wiley and Sons (2003).
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J. Brandrup, M. Bittner, W. Michacli, G. Menges, Recycling and Recovery of plastics, Hanser
Publications (1996).
20-214-0624 Specialty Polymers
Course Outcome
On successful completion of the course, the students will be able to:
CO 1:
Summarise the different types of high temperature resistant polymers. (Understand)
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CO 2:
Understand the synthesis and properties of ionic polymers. (Understand)
CO 3:
Develop polymers possessing novel properties. (Apply)
CO 4:
Get an insight of the polymers used in concretes, propellants and explosives. (Understand)
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Unit 1. High temperature and fire resistant polymers – fluoropolymers, aromatic polymers, hydrocarbon
polymers, polyphenylene sulphide, polysulphones, polyesters, aromatic polyamides, polyketones,
heterocyclic polymers, fire resistant polymers, flame retardants.
Unit 2. Ionic polymers – Synthesis and physical properties: Ion-exchange, hydrophilicity, applications,
ionomers based on polyethylene, elastomeric ionomers, ionomers based on polystyrene, PTFE,
ionomers with polyaromatic backbones. Polyelectrolytes: ion exchangers, polyelectrolytes based on
carboxylates, polyelectrolyte complexes.
Unit 3. Polymers with novel properties – Liquid crystalline polymers (LCPs): concept of liquid crystalline
(LC) phase, liquid crystalline polymers and their classification, main chain LCPs and side chain LCPs,
structure-property relationship, applications of LCPs.
Conducting polymers: charge carriers, doping, synthesis of polyacetylene, polyaniline, polypyrrole,
polythiophene. Photoconducting polymers. Polymers with 111haracterizat, pyroelectric and
ferroelectric properties.
Unit 4. Polymers for special applications – Polymer concretes, polymer binders for propellants,
polymer-bonded explosives. Polymeric materials used in telecommunication and power transmission.
Polymers in agricultural applications: green houses, mulches, control release of agricultural chemicals.
References
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1
Manas Chanda, Salil K. Roy, Industrial Polymers, Specialty Polymers, and their
Applications, CRC Press (2009).
2
Faiz Mohammad (Ed.), Specialty Polymers: Materials and Applications, I.K. International
Pvt. Ltd, (2008).
3
Manas Chanda, Salil K.Roy, Plastics Technology Hand book, 5
th
Edn., CRC press (2018).
4
Jiri George Drobny, Polymers for Electricity and Electronics – Materials, Properties and
Applications, 1
st
Edn., John Wiley & Sons (2012).
5
Pardip Kar, Doping in Conjugated Polymers, John Wiley & Sons (2013).
6
Robert William Dyson (Ed.), Specialty Polymers, Springer (2012).
20-214-0625 Materials Science and Engineering
Course Outcome
On successful completion of the course, the students will be able to:
CO 1:
Understand classification, crystallography, fundamentals of thermodynamics and
kinetics of materials. ( Understand)
CO 2:
Understand the mechanical behaviour and testing of materials. (Understand)
CO 3:
Outline the processing and properties of materials. (Understand)
CO 4:
Describe the 112haracterization techniques and applications of materials. (Understand)
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UNIT I: Basics of Materials Science: Classification of materials- metals, ceramics, polymers and
composites. Nature of bonding in materials: metallic, ionic, covalent and mixed bonding;
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Structure of materials – Structure of noncrystalline, crystalline, and liquid-crystalline states.
Fundamentals of crystallography, crystal systems, Bravais lattices, unit cells, crystallographic
planes and directions. Defects in crystalline materials: 0-D, 1-D and 2-D defects; vacancies,
interstitials, solid solutions in metals and ceramics, Frenkel and Schottky defects; dislocations;
grain boundaries, twins, stacking faults; surfaces and interfaces.
Materials phenomena-Thermodynamic, kinetic and phase transformation phenomena, heat
capacities, phase transformations, multiphase equilibria, chemical reactions, and magnetism.
Laws of thermodynamics, phase equilibria, phase rule, phase diagrams. Reaction kinetics,
fundamentals of diffusion, their solutions and applications.
UNIT II: Mechanical behaviour of materials: Basic concepts of solid mechanics and mechanical
behavior of materials, Atomic and molecular bonds-metallic, polymer and ceramic materials,
properties with respect to primary and secondary bonds present- dislocation and plastic
deformation in metals and ceramics. Stress-strain relationships, stress transformation, Tensile,
compression behaviour and testing, hardness testing, elasticity, plasticity and fracture. Electrical
conductivity, carrier mobility and concentrations. Thermal analysis techniques:
thermogravimetry and calorimetry.
UNIT III: Properties and Processing of Materials: Properties of materials- Mechanical properties
of metals, ceramics, polymers and composites at room temperature. Electronic properties-
Elements of band theory, semiconductors, Hall effect, dielectric behaviour, piezo- and ferro-
electric behaviour. Magnetic properties; Para-, dia-, ferro- and ferri-magnetism in magnetic
materials. Thermal properties; Specific heat, heat conduction, thermal diffusivity, thermal
expansion, and thermoelectricity. Optical properties; Refractive index, absorption and
transmission of electromagnetic radiation
Processing of materials- preparation of ceramic powders, sintering; thin film deposition:
evaporation and sputtering techniques, and chemical vapour deposition, thin film growth
phenomena
UNIT IV: Characterization and applications of materials: X-ray diffraction; spectroscopic
techniques such as UV-Vis, IR and Raman; optical microscopy, electron microscopy. Tensile test,
hardness measurement. Electrical conductivity, carrier mobility and concentrations. Thermal
analysis techniques: thermogravimetry and calorimetry.
Applications of materials-Materials for fuel cells and batteries, applications as optical fibers,
magnetic data storage, solar cells, transistors and other devices.
References
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1. William D. Callister Jr., David G. Rethwisch, Materials Science and Engineering: An
Introduction, 10
th
Edn., Wiley & Sons, (2018).
2. Pradeep P. Fulay, Donald R. Askeland, Essentials of Materials Science and Engineering 2
nd
Edn., Cengage (2013).
3. I P Singh, Materials Science And Engineering 13
th
Edn., Jain Brothers, (2010).
4. R. Balasubramaniam, Callister’S Materials Science And Engineering: Indian Adaptation,
IND-W, (2007).
20-214-0626 Introduction to Biomaterials and Medical Devices
Course Outcome
On successful completion of the course, the students will be able to:
CO 1:
Obtain a comprehensive knowledge on fundamentals of biomaterials and its real demand
in medical field (Understand)
CO 2:
Apply the know-how as a criterion to predict tissue – biomaterial interactions and
associated inflammatory reactions in our body (Apply)
CO 3:
Validate the performance of a biomaterial in vitro as per the international standards based
on the in vitro results (Evaluate)
CO 4:
Design of simple biomaterials for biomedical applications (Create)
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Unit 1.. Biomaterials – Definition, Contemporary demand and clinical implications, Classification:
based on origin, material, functionality, degradation and duration of implantation. Prerequisites of a
biomaterial, Concept of biocompatibility, Bioactive, Bioinert and Bioresorbable biomaterial,
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Biodegradation and its mechanisms, Typical examples for polymers used as biomaterials: ultrahigh
molecular weight polyethylene, poly(methyl methacrylate), hydrogels, silicone, polyurethanes,
polylactic acid, polyglycolic acid and its copolymers, polycaprolactone, chitosan.
Unit 2. Tissue Engineering (TE) – Principles of TE, Biomimetics: Concept and its role in the
advancement of tissue engineering, polymeric tissue engineering scaffolds, Surface functionalization
of polymers and techniques employed, Tissue-biomaterial interactions, Inflammatory responses
associated with implantation of a biomaterial. Sterilization of biomaterials, Different methods of
sterilization: dry heat, UV irradiation, autoclave, ethylene oxide, gamma radiation, selection of
suitable sterilization method for biomaterials.
Unit 3. Biomaterials Characterizations – Physicochemical Characterizations, In vitro cytocompatibility
tests: trypan blue dye exclusion, MTT, live/dead assay, In vitro biofunctional assays, In vivo assays:
importance and evaluation in animal models, Requirement of standards for validation of
biomaterials: ISO and ASTM standards followed for biomaterials and medical devices. Pre-clinical
evaluation.
Unit 4. Biomedical Devices – Definition, design of a typical medical device, Medical devices:
extracorporeal devices (hemodialysis, apheresis, ultrafiltration), Oxygenators, Vascular grafts,
Implants: soft tissue implants and hard tissue implants, Bone cement, Advanced drug delivery
devices.
References
1
Joon Park, R. S. Lakes, Biomaterials: An Introduction , 3
rd
Edn, Springer Science, New York
(2007)
2
Buddy D. Ratner, Allan S. Hoffman, Frederick J. Schoen, Jack E. Lemons, Biomaterials Science:
An Introduction to Materials Science, 3
rd
Edn, Elsevier Academic Press (2004)
3
Medical Biomaterials by Prof. Mukesh Doble, IIT Madras,
https://nptel.ac.in/courses/102106057/, available from 13/03/2017
4
Biomaterial for Bone Tissue Engineering Applications, Coordinated by IISc Bangalore
https://nptel.ac.in/courses/113108071/#, available from 22/08/2016
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Biomedical Nanotechnology, Coordinated by IIT Roorkee
https://nptel.ac.in/courses/102107058/ available from 08/06/2016
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Introduction to Biomaterials, Coordinated by IIT Kanpur
https://nptel.ac.in/courses/113104009/#, available from 04/07/2012
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Biomaterial-Tissue Interactions Instructors - Prof.IoannisYannas and Prof. Myron Spector
MIT Course Number 20.441J / 2.79J / 3.96J / HST.522J
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J. C. L. Schuh, K. A. Funk, Compilation of International Standards and Regulatory Guidance
Documents for Evaluation of Biomaterials, Medical Devices, and 3-D Printed and Regenerative
Medicine Products. ToxicolPathol. 2019; 47(3):344-357. Doi: 10.1177/0192623318804121.
SEMESTER VII
20-214-0721 Tyre Technology
Course Outcome
On successful completion of the course, the students will be able to:
CO 1:
Gain familiarity with the design of various types of tyres and their functions.
(Understand)
CO 2:
Get an insight into the materials used for the manufacture of tyres and tubes.
(Understand)
CO 3:
Comprehend and envisage the processes involved in the design and production of the
components of various types of tyres and tubes.(Apply)
CO 4:
Learn the non-destructive and destructive tests done on tyres and tubes.
(Understand)
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Unit 1. Introduction to the history and development of tyres. Indian and global status of tyre
industry. Types of tyres : bias, bias belted and radial. Basic functions of pneumatic tyres.
Comparison of the performance of various types of tyres. Advantages of radial tyres. Tubed
and tubeless tyres. Components of bias and radial tyres. Construction of bicycle tyres. Aircraft
tyres. Benefits of filling nitrogen in tyres. Role of Indian Tyre Technical Advisory Committee.
Tyre size designation. Winter tyres.
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Unit 2. Introduction to the materials used in tyre manufacture–Ingredients of rubber
compounds for tyres, tubes and tyre curing bladders. Typical formulations for tyre components.
Compounding for radial tyres. Textiles used in tyre manufacture. Treatment of textiles - RFL
dipping.
Unit 3. Manufacture of tyres: two wheelers, cars, trucks, OTR, farm and aircrafts. Calendaring
process. Bias cutting. Extrusion of tread, side wall and other components. Dual extrusion of cap
and base. Bead construction. Tyre building: machines for bias and radial tyres, components of
tyre building machines. Inputs for tyre building : inner liner, plies, bead assemblies, tread,
breakers, belts and side walls. Sequence of building. Green tyre preparation. Awling, shaping
and curing in Bag-O-matic press. Typical cure cycle. Post cure inflation. Determination of
optimum cure time by thermocouple studies. Cured tyre inspection. Tyre finishing. Design and
manufacture of bicycle and automobile tubes.
Unit 4. Evaluation of tyres – Raw materials analysis, in-process tests and tests on finished
products. Tyre dimension and size. Endurance test. Plunger test. Noise measurements, tyre
balancing, mileage evaluation. Non-destructive tests such as X-ray and holography. Tyre
maintenance. Retreading of tyres. Need for tyre re-treading. Hot and cold retreads.
Tyre design: Tyre structure, tyre shape. Tread design. Tyre performance analysis: tyre stresses
and deformations, tyre noise, rolling resistance, aqua-planning, tyre wear. Features and
operations of tyre building machines: bead winding machines, wire belt processing machines,
bias cutters and curing presses. Valves used in tyres. Recent developments in tyre technology.
References
1
John F. Purdy, Mathematics Underlying the Design of Pneumatic Tires, University of
Michigan (1963 – Digitized on 25 Jul 2011).
2
ITTAC Standards Manual, Indian Tyre Technical Advisory Committee, New Delhi (2018).
3
L. J. K. Setright, AutomobileTyres, Chapman and Hall (1972).
4
Tom French, Tyre Technology, Taylor & Francis (1989).
5
Dr. S.N. Chakravarthy, Introduction to Tyretechnology, Polym Consultants- New Delhi
(2012).
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Samuel Kelly Clark, Mechanics of Pneumatic Tires, U.S. Department of Transportation,
National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (1981 - Digitized on 17 Dec 2007).
7
F.J. Kovac, Tyre Technology, Goodyear Tyre& Rubber Company (1973).
8
Tyre Condition Guides, Indian Tyre Technical Advisory Committee, New Delhi (2018).
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20-214-0722 Polymer Process Modelling and Simulation
Course Outcome
On successful completion of the course, the students will be able to:
CO 1:
Understand the mechanism of flow and leakage in film blowing process.(Understand)
CO 2:
Analyse the flow pattern in injection moulding and estimate mould cooling time and
flow length.(Analyse)
CO 3:
Analyse the flow in compression moulding, rotational moulding and
calendering.(Analyse)
CO 4:
Model the polymer melt flow through various channels of uniform cross
section.(Create)
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Unit 1. Extrusion ─ General features: mechanism and analysis of flow, leakage power
requirements, analysis of film blowing and blow moulding.
Unit 2. Injection moulding ─ General features: screws, nozzles and moulds, mould clamping
force, heat transfer in polymers. Estimation of mould cooling time and flow length.
Unit 3. Analysis ─ Compression moulding, thermoforming, rotational moulding and calendering.
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Unit 4. Modelling of polymer melt flow ─ Isothermal flow of Newtonian and power
law fluids through different channels of uniform cross-section.
References
1
J. R. A. Pearson, S. M. Richardson (Eds.), Computational Analysis of Polymer
Processing, Applied Science publisherrs (1983).
2
D. H. Morton‐Jones, Polymer processing, Chapman and Hall (1989).
3
Tim A. Osswald, Polymer Processing: Modeling and Simulation, Hanser Publications
(2006).
20-214-0723 Smart and Intelligent Polymers
Course Outcome
On successful completion of the course, the students will be able to:
CO 1:
Explain the basic concepts of smart materials and its working principles. (Understand)
CO 2:
Outline the concept of various shape memory systems. (Understand)
CO 3:
Explain the principles of various chromogenic materials. (Understand)
CO 4:
Describe the properties of various smart polymers. (Understand)
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Unit 1. Smart materials and structures – System intelligence : components, classification of
smart structures, common smart materials and associated stimulus-response, applications.
Ferroelectric materials. Piezoelectric materials : piezoelectric effect, direct and converse,
parameter definitions, piezopolymers, piezoelectric materials as sensors and actuators.
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Unit 2. Shape memory materials – Shape memory effect (SME), Martensitic transformation, one
way and two-way SME, rubber like effect. Shape memory alloys (SMAs), binary and ternary alloy
systems, functional properties of SMAs. General applications of SMAs and smart materials.
Chromogenic materials: thermochromic, photochromic, electrochromic, chemochromic,
mechanochromic- principle and applications.
Unit 3. Smart polymers – thermoresponsive, pH-responsive, photo-responsive, magnetically
responsive polymers, synthesis, properties and applications. Smart hydrogels: types-
thermoresponsive, pH responsive, light responsive, electroresponsive, synthesis, properties and
application.
Unit 4.Self healing polymer systems: principle, types and applications. Smart polymers in
medical devices, textiles and optical storage devices- applications.
References
1
D.J. Leo, Engineering Analysis of Smart Material Systems, Wiley (2007). .
2
M. Addington, D.L. Schodek, Smart Materials and New Technologies in Architecture,
Elsevier(2005).
3
K. Otsuka, C.M. Wayman (Eds.), Shape Memory Materials, Cambridge University
Press(1998).
4
Maria Rosa Aguilar, Julio San Román (Eds.), Smart Polymers and their Applications,
Elsevier (2014)
5
M.V. Gandhi, B. S. Thompson, Smart Materials and Structures, Chapman & Hall (1992).
6
M. Schwartz, New Materials, Processes, and Methods Technology, CRC Press (2006).
7
P. Ball, Made to Measure: Materials for the 21stCentury, Princeton University Press,
(1997).
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N. Yui, R. J. Mrsny, K. Park (Eds.), Reflexive Polymers and Hydrogels: Understanding and
Designing Fast Responsive Polymeric Systems, CRC Press (2004).
9
Marinella Ferrara, Murat Bengisu, Materials that change Colour - Smart materials,
Intelligent Design, Springer Science & Business Media (2013)
20-214-0724 Polymers in Space
Course Outcome
On successful completion of the course, the students will be able to:
CO1:
Synthesise high temperature polymers used for space applications. (Understand)
CO 2:
Understand the polymers used for thermal protection systems in space research.
(Understand)
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CO 3:
Explain the properties of composites for satellites and launch vehicles. (Understand)
CO 4:
Understand the types and properties of polymers used for launch vehicles and Human
in Space programme. (Remember)
Mapping of course outcomes with program outcomes:
Level - Low (1), medium (2) and high (3)
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Unit 1. High temperature polymers for space research – Synthesis, properties and processing
of advanced thermoplastics, polyethers, poly (ether sulphones), poly (ether ether ketones)
(PEEK), aromatic liquid crystalline polyesters, bismaleimide, polycarbonates.
Unit 2. Polymers for thermal protection systems – Synthesis and processing, high temperature
resistant resins-epoxy, phenolic and polyimides. High temperature resistant polymers with
metals in their back bone - boron, silicon and phosphorous containing polymers.
Unit 3. Composites for satellites and launch vehicles – Types: fibre composites, particulate
composites, foam composites. Polymer matrix :desired properties of a matrix, thermosets,
thermoplastics. Fiber reinforced polymer (FRP): types of fibers-glass, carbon, aramid, metal,
alumina, boron, silicon carbide and silica.
Unit 4. Propellant binders – Classification of propellants: solids, liquids, hybrids. Solid
propellants: homogeneous, smokeless and heterogeneous (composite). Materials for space
environment (HIS) : radiation shielding materials, atomic oxygen resistant materials, space suit
materials and materials for life support systems. Materials for cryogenic applications: cryo
insulation materials, polymers and adhesive for cryo temperature applications
References
1
S-C Lin, E.M. Pearce, High Performance Thermosets, Chemistry, Properties and
Applications, HanserPublictions (1993).
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2
C. A. Dostaletal, Engineered Materials Handbook, vol 3, Adhesives and sealants, ASM
international (1990).
3
S.K. Mazundar, Composites manufacturing materials, product and process engineering,
CRC press (2002).
4
K. Friedrich,Polymer composite-from nano to macro scale, Springer (2005).
5
Urbensky, Chemistry and Technology of Explosives, Vol.2, Vol.3 and Vol.4, Pergamon
Press (1985).
20-214-0725 Polymer Nanocomposites
Course Outcome
On successful completion of the course, the students will be able to:
CO 1:
Understand the structural features and modification of nanomaterials. (Understand)
CO 2:
Explain the various preparation methods for the synthesis of nanomaterials and
nanocomposites. (Understand)
CO 3:
Explain the various processing techniques of nanomaterials. (Understand)
CO 4:
Explain the applications of polymer nanocomposites. (Understand)
Mapping of course outcomes with program outcomes:
Level - Low (1), medium (2) and high (3)
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Unit 1. Introduction to nanomaterials–History of nanomaterials, size and shape dependent
properties, their uniqueness. Quantum confinement : zero dimensional, one dimensional, two
dimensional nanostructures. Carbon based nano materials: fullerene, carbon nanotube, single
walled and multi walled CNT, graphene, carbon onion, nanodiamond and films, modification
with carbon nanotubes. Inorganic nanomaterials: nano silica, nano clay, organically modified
layered clays, LDH, nanoZnO, nano TiO
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. Hybrid nanomaterials : core-shells, nanoshells, self-
assembled nanostructures, POSS.
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Unit 2. Nanoparticle synthesis – Introduction to nanoparticle synthesis: topdown and bottom
up approaches, wet chemical methods for metal nanoparticles, quantum dots, nanoclusters,
nanowires and rods, thin films. Physical nanofabrication techniques: introduction to PVD, MBE,
CVD, self-assembly, lithographic techniques.
Unit 3. Processing of nanomaterials – Various methods used for the incorporation of nano fillers
in polymer matrix: solution mixing, latex stage mixing, melt mixing, in-situ polymerization and
precipitation. Dispersion and nucleating effects: Intercalation, exfoliation. Modification of
polymers: layered and non-layered nano and micro particles.
Unit 4. Applications of nanomaterials– healthcare, biosenors, coatings, environment, catalysis,
agriculture, automotives, electronics, photonics, information technology, quantum computing,
energy sector, and aerospace sector.
References
1
K. Friedrich, S.Fakirov, Z. Zhang (Eds.), Polymer Composites – from Nano to Macro scale,
Springer Science and Business Media Inc. (2005).
2
R. Krishnamoorti, R.A. Vaia, Polymer nanocomposites: Synthesis characterization and
modelling, Americal Chemical Society (2002).
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T.J. Pinnavaia, G.W. Beall , Polymer Clay Nanocomposites, John Wiley (2000).
4
K. Friedrich,Polymer composite-from nano to macro scale, Springer (2005).
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T. Pradeep, Nano: The Essentials, McGraw-Hill (India) Pvt Limited (2008).
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Bharat Bhushan, (Ed.), Handbook of Nanotechnology, Springer (2007).
Carl C. Koch (Ed.),
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Anke Krueger, Carbon Materials and Nanotechnology, Wiley-VCH Verlag GmbH & Co.
KGaA (2010).
20-214-0726 Professional Ethics in Engineering
Course Outcome
On successful completion of the course, the students will be able to:
CO 1:
Get fundamental insights into diverse kinds of ethics to be practiced self and in society.
( Understand)
CO 2:
Practice Self-ethics and professional ethics as an engineer (Apply)
CO 3:
Realize the responsibilities and rights as an individual in the society ( Analyze)
CO 4:
Learn to be a good professional in corporate sector (Apply)
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Mapping of course outcomes with program outcomes:
Level - Low (1), medium (2) and high (3)
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Unit1. Human Qualities and values- Honesty, Integrity, Courage, Self-awareness and
wholeheartedness. Character -Character traits, Self- respect and self-confidence, Caring and
sharing, Respect for others. Morals and ethics- Morals, Work ethics, Environmental ethics and
Computer ethics, Service learning, Respect for others. Societal values: Humanity, Caring,
Sharing, Valueing time, Cooperation, Commitment and Empathy. Professional excellence and
stress management.
Unit 2. Engineering Ethics- Senses of ‘Engineers Ethics’, Decision making: Black & white and
grey areas, Emotional intelligence, Knowledge, experience and Wisdon Types of inquiry, Moral
dilemmas, Moral Autonomy, Principles of obligation, Hierarchy of ethical obligations- primary
secondary and tertiary. Professional competence: acquiring, maintaining. Confidentiality -
significance and preservation, Misconduct and fraud, Fraud management.
Unit 3. Social Responsibilities and Rights- Engineers as responsible Experimenters, Codes of
Ethics, Rights- Professional rights, employee Rights and intellectual Property Rights (IPR), Safety
and Risk: Assessment, benefit analysis and methods for reducing risk, Respect for authority,
Confidentiality, Conflicts of Interest, Occupational Crime, Discrimination.
Unit 4. Engineers as Leaders: Engineers as managers, consultants, experts and advisors:
Eligibility and practices. Motivation- Gaining and giving, Leadership qualities for engineers.
Professional excellence and human values. Social responsibilities- Principles and practices.
Obeying law. Model Engineers for society
References
1
Mike W. Martin and Roland Schinzinger, “Ethics in Engineering”, Tata McGraw Hill,
NewDelhi, 2003.
2
Govindarajan M, Natarajan S, Senthil Kumar V. S, “Engineering Ethics”, Prentice Hall of
India, New Delhi, 2004.
3
Charles B. Fleddermann, “Engineering Ethics”, Pearson Prentice Hall, New Jersey, 2004.
4
Charles E. Harris, Michael S. Pritchard and Michael J. Rabins, “Engineering Ethics –
Concepts and Cases”, Cengage Learning, 2009.
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5
John R Boatright, “Ethics and the Conduct of Business”, Pearson Education, New
Delhi(2003).
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Edmund G Seebauer and Robert L Barry, “Fundamentals of Ethics for Scientists and
Engineers”, Oxford University Press, Oxford, 2001.
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Laura P. Hartman and Joe Desjardins, “Business Ethics: Decision Making for Personal
Integrity and Social Responsibility” Mc Graw Hill education, India Pvt. Ltd.,New Delhi,
2013
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World Community Service Centre, ‘ Value Education’, Vethathiri publications, Erode,
2011.
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www.onlineethics.org
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www.nspe.org
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www.globalethics.org
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www.ethics.org
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