Welcome to Government Polytechnic Katihar, Bihar

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Civil engineering is a branch of engineering that deals with the design, construction, and maintenance of the physical and naturally built environment. It encompasses a wide range of infrastructure projects, including Buildings, Roads, Bridges, Water supply systems, and more. Civil Engineers play a crucial role in shaping the world we live in, as they are responsible for ensuring the safety, efficiency, and sustainability of these structures.Some key areas within civil engineering include structural engineering, geotechnical engineering, transportation engineering, environmental engineering, and water resources engineering. Civil engineers need to have a strong understanding of mathematics, physics, and materials science, along with knowledge of computer-aided design (CAD) software and project management practices. In addition to technical skills, civil engineers must also consider factors such as environmental impact, cost-effectiveness, and social considerations when planning and executing projects. They work closely with architects, urban planners, contractors, and government agencies to ensure that projects meet regulatory standards and serve the needs of the community.Civil engineers aim to create safe, sustainable, and efficient solutions to meet the needs of society, while also protecting the environment and public health.
Sub-fields of Civil Engineering:

1. Structural Engineering (buildings, bridges, towers)
2. Transportation Engineering (roads, highways, airports)
3. Water Resources Engineering (dams, canals, water treatment)

4. Geotechnical Engineering (soil, foundations, tunnels)
5. Environmental Engineering (wastewater, air pollution, waste management)
6. Construction Management (project planning, scheduling, budgeting)

Civil engineers should be familiar with the following techniques and tools:

1. Design Software:
* AutoCAD
* Revit
* STAAD
* ETABS
* SAP2000
2. Analysis Software:
* Finite element analysis (FEA).
* Structural analysis software (e.g., STAAD, ETABS)
* Geotechnical analysis software (e.g., PLAXIS)
* Construction management tools:
3. Project management software (e.g., Primavera, MS Project)
* Scheduling software (e.g., GanttPRO)
* Cost estimation software (e.g., Excel, SAP)
4. Surveying tools:
- GPS (Global Positioning System)
- Total stations
- Levels
- Theodolites
5. Materials testing equipment:
- Concrete compression testing machines
- Rebound hammers
- Soil testing equipment (e.g., triaxial shear test)

6. Building information modelling (BIM) tools:
- Autodesk Revit
- Graph iSOFT ArchiCAD
- Trimble Navisworks
7. Water resource management tools:
- Hydrologic analysis software (e.g., HEC-RAS)
- Water distribution system analysis software (e.g., EPANET)
8. Geotechnical engineering tools:
- Soil liquefaction analysis software (e.g., PLAXIS)
- Rock mechanics analysis software (e.g., Rocscience)
9. Transportation engineering tools:
- Traffic simulation software (e.g., VISSIM)
- Road design software (e.g., AutoCAD Civil 3D)
10. Sustainability and energy efficiency tools:
- Energy Plus
- eQUEST
- LEED (Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design) software.

PROGRAM EDUCATIONAL OBJECTIVES (PEOs)

1. Develop competent civil engineering diploma holders with professional skills, knowledge, abilities & attitude for employment or to become an entrepreneur.

2. Provide opportunities and develop competence to work as a leader, manager or team member in multidisciplinary civil engineering projects and works.

3. Provide opportunities and develop in terms of social, economic and environmental sensitive as responsible professionals.

4. Develop competence to understand the concept of core civil engineering subjects that will facilitate the understanding of new technology.

5. Develop understanding towards the use of different codes- National and International standards for execution of civil engineering works.

PROGRAM OUTCOMES (POs)

The Program Outcomes (POs) of the Diploma Program in Civil Engineering are: 1. Basic and Discipline Specific Knowledge: Apply knowledge of basic mathematics, science, and engineering fundamentals, and an engineering specialization to solve civil engineering problems. 2. Problem Analysis: Identify and analyze well-defined civil engineering problems using modified standard methods. 3. Design / Development of Solutions: Design solutions for well-defined technical problems and assist with the design of systems components or processes to meet specified needs. 4. Engineering Tools, Experiments and Testing: Apply modern engineering tools and appropriate technique to conduct standard tests and measurements. 5. Engineering Practice for Society, Sustainability, and Environment: Apply appropriate technology in context of society, sustainability, environment and ethical practices. 6. Project Management: Use engineering management principles individually, as a team member or a leader to manage projects and effectively communicate about well defined engineering activities. 7. Life Long Learning the Diploma holder of Civil Engineering will be able to: Analyze individual needs and engage in updating in the context of technological changes in the field of Civil Engineering.

PROGRAM SPECIFIC OUTCOMES (PSOs)

1. Apply technical skills and modern civil engineering tools and software to analyze and design of civil engineering structures. 2. Participate in critical thinking and problem solving of the civil engineering field that requires analytical and design requirements. 3. Maintain equipment and instruments related to Civil Engineering.