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B-TECH-LATERAL-ENTRY in Civil Engineering at Alliance University
Bengaluru, Karnataka
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About the Specialization
What is Civil Engineering at Alliance University Bengaluru?
This Civil Engineering program at Alliance University focuses on designing, constructing, and maintaining critical infrastructure. It covers areas like structural, geotechnical, water resources, transportation, and environmental engineering, preparing students for impactful careers in India''''s rapidly developing urban and rural landscapes, contributing to smart cities and sustainable development initiatives.
Who Should Apply?
This program is ideal for diploma holders in Civil Engineering or B.Sc graduates with Mathematics seeking direct entry into the third semester of a B.Tech degree. It caters to those passionate about infrastructure development, sustainable construction, and solving real-world engineering challenges, aiming for leadership roles in construction, consulting, and government sectors across India.
Why Choose This Course?
Graduates of this program can expect diverse India-specific career paths, including roles as structural engineers, site managers, urban planners, and environmental consultants. Entry-level salaries typically range from INR 3-6 LPA, growing significantly with experience. The curriculum aligns with requirements for professional certifications and positions in leading Indian construction and infrastructure firms.
Student Success Practices
Foundation Stage
Build Strong Engineering Fundamentals- (Semester 3-4)
Focus rigorously on core subjects like Strength of Materials, Fluid Mechanics, and Structural Analysis. Attend all lectures, actively participate in labs, and solve numerical problems consistently to solidify theoretical understanding.
Tools & Resources
NPTEL courses, Reference textbooks (e.g., Gere & Timoshenko), Engineering software tutorials (e.g., AutoCAD basic training)
Career Connection
A robust foundation is crucial for advanced subjects and for passing technical rounds in campus placements, enabling entry into design and analysis roles.
Develop Practical Surveying & CAD Skills- (Semester 3-4)
Master the use of surveying instruments during field practicals and gain proficiency in Computer-Aided Civil Engineering Drawing. Practice creating detailed drawings and layouts using relevant software beyond academic requirements.
Tools & Resources
Total Station, Theodolite, AutoCAD, Revit, SketchUp
Career Connection
These are essential on-site skills for civil engineers, making candidates highly employable for roles in project execution, site supervision, and drafting in construction firms.
Engage in Peer Learning & Problem Solving- (Semester 3-4)
Form study groups with peers to discuss challenging concepts, review complex numericals, and prepare for exams. Actively seek clarification from professors and TAs during office hours.
Tools & Resources
Whiteboards, Online collaborative tools (e.g., Google Docs), University library resources, Question banks from previous years
Career Connection
Enhances problem-solving abilities and communication skills, vital for teamwork in engineering projects and effective workplace collaboration.
Intermediate Stage
Hands-on Design & Simulation Experience- (Semester 5-6)
Go beyond classroom theory by learning and applying structural design software for RCC and Steel elements. Participate in design competitions or take up mini-projects focusing on real-world structural challenges.
Tools & Resources
STAAD.Pro, ETABS, SAP2000, Autodesk Robot Structural Analysis, IS Codes (e.g., IS 456, IS 800)
Career Connection
Proficiency in design software and code application is a major advantage for roles in structural design, consulting, and project engineering.
Seek Industry Internships & Site Visits- (Semester 5-6)
Actively pursue short-term internships or summer training programs with construction companies, consulting firms, or municipal bodies. Regularly participate in organized site visits to observe practical application of engineering principles.
Tools & Resources
University placement cell, LinkedIn, Industry contacts, Construction journals
Career Connection
Provides invaluable real-world exposure, helps build a professional network, and often leads to pre-placement offers or strong recommendations.
Specialize through Electives & Certifications- (Semester 5-6)
Carefully choose elective subjects that align with specific career interests (e.g., Geotechnical, Environmental, Transportation). Consider online certifications in niche areas like BIM, Project Management, or sustainable construction.
Tools & Resources
Coursera, edX, Udemy, NPTEL for specialized courses, Certifications like PMP (foundational), LEED Green Associate
Career Connection
Develops a specialized skill set, making candidates more competitive for targeted roles and demonstrating initiative for continuous learning.
Advanced Stage
Excel in Capstone Project Work- (Semester 7-8)
Undertake a challenging and innovative final year project (Project Work I & II) that addresses a current industry problem. Focus on robust methodology, detailed analysis, and clear presentation of findings.
Tools & Resources
Advanced simulation software, Research papers (e.g., ASCE, ICE journals), University research labs, Faculty mentorship
Career Connection
A strong project acts as a portfolio piece, showcasing problem-solving abilities and technical expertise, highly valued by employers for R&D and specialized engineering roles.
Master Interview & Placement Skills- (Semester 7-8)
Dedicate time to intensive placement preparation, including mock interviews, aptitude tests, and resume building workshops. Practice technical questions related to all core Civil Engineering disciplines and behavioral interview scenarios.
Tools & Resources
Placement cell resources, Online aptitude platforms (e.g., IndiaBix), Interview guides, LinkedIn for company research
Career Connection
Direct impact on securing desirable placements in top-tier construction firms, infrastructure companies, and public sector undertakings across India.
Cultivate Professional Network & Mentorship- (Semester 7-8)
Actively engage with alumni, industry professionals, and faculty mentors. Attend webinars, conferences, and industry events to expand your professional network and gain insights into career trends.
Tools & Resources
LinkedIn, Professional bodies (e.g., Institution of Engineers India - IEI, Indian Concrete Institute - ICI), University alumni network events
Career Connection
Opens doors to unadvertised job opportunities, mentorship, and career guidance, facilitating a smoother transition into the professional world and long-term career growth.
Program Structure and Curriculum
Eligibility:
- Candidates who have passed 3-year Diploma in Engineering or B.Sc. Degree (with Mathematics as a subject) with minimum 45% marks (40% for reserved category candidates of Karnataka) in aggregate from a recognized University/Institution. Candidates are admitted to the third semester of the respective B.Tech. Program.
Duration: 3 years (6 semesters, joining from 3rd semester of 4-year program)
Credits: 114 Credits
Assessment: Internal: 50%, External: 50%
Semester-wise Curriculum Table
Semester 3
| Subject Code | Subject Name | Subject Type | Credits | Key Topics |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ACEC03L01 | Strength of Materials | Core | 4 | Simple Stresses and Strains, Shear Force and Bending Moment Diagrams, Bending and Shear Stresses in Beams, Torsion of Circular Shafts, Deflection of Beams, Columns and Struts |
| ACEC03L02 | Concrete Technology | Core | 4 | Cement Chemistry and Types, Aggregates Properties and Grading, Admixtures in Concrete, Properties of Fresh and Hardened Concrete, Concrete Mix Design Methods, Special Concretes and Quality Control |
| ACEC03L03 | Fluid Mechanics | Core | 4 | Fluid Properties and Statics, Kinematics of Fluid Flow, Dynamics of Fluid Flow, Flow Through Pipes, Boundary Layer Theory, Dimensional Analysis and Model Studies |
| ACEC03L04 | Engineering Geology | Core | 3 | Earth Structure and Plate Tectonics, Mineralogy and Petrology, Structural Geology, Geological Investigations for Civil Engineering, Geological Hazards and Environmental Geology, Hydrogeology and Remote Sensing in Geology |
| ACEC03L05 | Surveying | Core | 3 | Introduction to Surveying and Measurements, Chain and Compass Surveying, Theodolite Surveying and Traversing, Levelling and Contouring, Plane Table Surveying, Modern Surveying Instruments (Total Station, GPS) |
| ACEC03L06 | Strength of Materials Lab | Lab | 1 | Tension Test on Mild Steel, Compression Test on Wood, Impact Tests (Izod and Charpy), Shear Test on Metals, Hardness Tests (Rockwell and Brinell), Torsion Test on Mild Steel Rod |
| ACEC03L07 | Fluid Mechanics Lab | Lab | 1 | Verification of Bernoulli''''s Theorem, Determination of Co-efficients for Orifices and Weirs, Studies on Notches and Venturimeter, Flow through Pipes and Fittings, Impact of Jet on Vanes, Performance of Pumps and Turbines |
| ACEC03S01 | Constitution of India, Professional Ethics & Human Rights | Skill Enhancement | 0 | Indian Constitutional Framework, Fundamental Rights and Duties, Professional Ethics in Engineering, Environmental Ethics, Human Rights and International Laws, Cyber Ethics and Intellectual Property Rights |
| ACEC03I01 | Professional Practice I | Internship/Project | 0 | Communication Skills, Teamwork and Collaboration, Problem-Solving Techniques, Time Management, Presentation Skills, Introduction to Civil Engineering Software |
Semester 4
| Subject Code | Subject Name | Subject Type | Credits | Key Topics |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ACEC04L01 | Structural Analysis I | Core | 4 | Indeterminate Structures, Moment Distribution Method, Slope Deflection Method, Kani''''s Method, Column Analogy Method, Strain Energy Method |
| ACEC04L02 | Applied Hydraulics | Core | 4 | Open Channel Flow Fundamentals, Uniform Flow in Channels, Gradually Varied Flow, Hydraulic Jump, Turbo Machinery (Pumps and Turbines), Hydropower Generation |
| ACEC04L03 | Engineering Hydrology | Core | 3 | Hydrologic Cycle, Precipitation and Runoff, Infiltration and Evaporation, Unit Hydrograph Theory, Flood Routing, Groundwater Hydrology |
| ACEC04L04 | Geotechnical Engineering I | Core | 4 | Soil Formation and Classification, Index Properties of Soils, Compaction of Soils, Permeability and Seepage Analysis, Stress Distribution in Soils, Consolidation and Shear Strength of Soils |
| ACEC04L05 | Highway Engineering | Core | 3 | Highway Planning and Alignment, Geometric Design of Highways, Traffic Engineering Studies, Highway Materials, Pavement Design (Flexible and Rigid), Highway Maintenance and Drainage |
| ACEC04L06 | Computer Aided Civil Engineering Drawing | Lab | 1 | Introduction to CAD Software (e.g., AutoCAD), Basic Drawing Commands, 2D Drafting of Civil Engineering Components, Layer Management and Dimensioning, Layout of Residential Buildings, Plan, Elevation, and Sectional Views |
| ACEC04L07 | Geotechnical Engineering Lab | Lab | 1 | Water Content and Specific Gravity Tests, Grain Size Distribution Analysis, Atterberg Limits Determination, Compaction Tests (Proctor), Permeability Tests (Constant/Falling Head), Direct Shear and Unconfined Compression Tests |
| ACEC04S02 | Environmental Studies | Skill Enhancement | 0 | Ecosystems and Biodiversity, Natural Resources Management, Environmental Pollution and Control, Global Environmental Issues, Environmental Ethics and Legislation, Sustainable Development |
| ACEC04I02 | Professional Practice II | Internship/Project | 0 | Technical Report Writing, Data Analysis and Interpretation, Ethical Considerations in Engineering, Introduction to Project Management, Safety Practices in Construction, Public Speaking |
Semester 5
| Subject Code | Subject Name | Subject Type | Credits | Key Topics |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ACEC05L01 | Design of RCC Structural Elements | Core | 4 | Limit State Design Principles, Design of Beams (Flexure, Shear), Design of Slabs (One-way, Two-way), Design of Columns, Design of Footings, Retaining Walls Design Principles |
| ACEC05L02 | Theory of Vibrations | Core | 3 | Single Degree of Freedom Systems (Free Vibration), Damped and Forced Vibration, Multi-Degree of Freedom Systems, Vibration Absorbers and Isolators, Vibration Measuring Instruments, Introduction to Random Vibrations |
| ACEC05L03 | Geotechnical Engineering II | Core | 4 | Earth Pressure Theories, Stability of Slopes, Bearing Capacity of Shallow Foundations, Settlement Analysis, Deep Foundations (Piles and Caissons), Ground Improvement Techniques |
| ACEC05L04 | Environmental Engineering I | Core | 4 | Water Demand and Sources, Water Quality Parameters, Water Treatment Processes, Water Distribution Systems, Pipes and Pumping Stations, Water Harvesting and Conservation |
| ACEC05E01X | Elective 1 | Elective | 3 | Advanced Surveying, Air Pollution & Control, Solid Waste Management, Remote Sensing & GIS |
| ACEC05L05 | Environmental Engineering Lab | Lab | 1 | Determination of pH and Turbidity, Measurement of Hardness and Alkalinity, Estimation of Chlorides and Sulphates, BOD and COD Tests, Bacteriological Analysis of Water, Jar Test for Coagulation |
| ACEC05L06 | Concrete and Highway Lab | Lab | 1 | Tests on Cement (Consistency, Setting Time, Fineness), Tests on Aggregates (Specific Gravity, Crushing Value), Workability Tests of Concrete (Slump, Compaction Factor), Compressive Strength of Concrete, Marshall Stability Test for Bituminous Mixes, Ductility and Flash & Fire Point of Bitumen |
| ACEC05S03 | Research Methodology & Intellectual Property Rights | Skill Enhancement | 0 | Research Problem Formulation, Data Collection and Analysis, Report Writing and Presentation, Introduction to IPR, Patents, Trademarks, Copyrights, Ethical Issues in Research |
| ACEC05I03 | Professional Practice III | Internship/Project | 0 | Leadership Skills, Conflict Resolution, Negotiation Skills, Risk Management in Projects, Sustainable Construction Practices, Building Information Modeling (BIM) Introduction |
Semester 6
| Subject Code | Subject Name | Subject Type | Credits | Key Topics |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ACEC06L01 | Design of Steel Structural Elements | Core | 4 | Properties of Structural Steel, Design of Tension Members, Design of Compression Members, Design of Beams, Design of Connections (Bolted and Welded), Design of Roof Trusses |
| ACEC06L02 | Construction Management & Economics | Core | 3 | Construction Project Life Cycle, Project Planning and Scheduling (CPM, PERT), Resource Management, Construction Equipment Management, Construction Safety and Quality Control, Construction Economics and Financial Appraisal |
| ACEC06L03 | Quantity Surveying, Estimation & Valuation | Core | 3 | Units of Measurement and Specifications, Estimation of Building Components, Quantity Surveying for Roads and Bridges, Rate Analysis, Valuation Methods, Contracts and Tenders |
| ACEC06L04 | Environmental Engineering II | Core | 4 | Sewage Characteristics and Design of Sewers, Sewage Pumping and Treatment, Sludge Treatment and Disposal, Solid Waste Management (Collection, Treatment, Disposal), Air Pollution Sources and Control, Noise Pollution and its Mitigation |
| ACEC06E02X | Elective 2 | Elective | 3 | Traffic Engineering, Ground Improvement Techniques, Irrigation Engineering, Advanced Reinforced Concrete Design |
| ACEC06L05 | Geo-Environmental Engineering Lab | Lab | 1 | Consolidation Test, Triaxial Compression Test, Vane Shear Test, CBR Test, Permeability of Concrete, Leachate Analysis |
| ACEC06L06 | CAD Lab | Lab | 1 | Advanced 2D Drafting, Introduction to 3D Modeling (AutoCAD 3D), Building Plans with Structural Details, Reinforcement Detailing, Surveying Plan Generation, Import/Export CAD Files |
| ACEC06S04 | Entrepreneurship & Startups | Skill Enhancement | 0 | Entrepreneurial Mindset, Business Idea Generation, Market Research and Analysis, Business Plan Development, Funding for Startups, Legal and Ethical Aspects of Entrepreneurship |
| ACEC06I04 | Professional Practice IV | Internship/Project | 0 | Interview Preparation, Resume and Cover Letter Writing, Networking Skills, Industry Trends in Civil Engineering, Case Study Analysis, Professional Etiquette |
Semester 7
| Subject Code | Subject Name | Subject Type | Credits | Key Topics |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ACEC07L01 | Prestressed Concrete Structures | Core | 4 | Principles of Prestressed Concrete, Materials for PSC, Losses in Prestress, Design of PSC Beams (Flexure, Shear), Deflections in PSC Members, Analysis of PSC Slabs |
| ACEC07L02 | Water Resources Engineering | Core | 4 | Introduction to Water Resources, Reservoir Planning and Management, Dams and Spillways, Canal Design and Water Distribution, River Engineering, Groundwater Exploitation and Recharge |
| ACEC07E03X | Elective 3 | Elective | 3 | Finite Element Method in Civil Engineering, Pavement Engineering, Design of Hydraulic Structures, Advanced Foundation Engineering |
| ACEC07E04X | Elective 4 | Elective | 3 | Design of Bridges, Green Building Technology, Rehabilitation of Structures, Industrial Waste Management |
| ACEC07P01 | Project Work – I (Literature Survey & Review) | Project | 3 | Problem Identification and Formulation, Extensive Literature Review, Identification of Research Gap, Defining Project Objectives and Scope, Methodology Development, Report Writing and Presentation Skills |
| ACEC07I05 | Professional Practice V | Internship/Project | 0 | Advanced Technical Presentation, Innovation and Creativity in Engineering, Interdisciplinary Project Work, Professional Association Membership, Ethical Dilemmas in Engineering, Career Planning and Goal Setting |
| ACEC07S05 | Technical Seminar | Skill Enhancement | 2 | Selecting a Technical Topic, In-depth Research and Analysis, Structuring a Technical Presentation, Effective Public Speaking, Handling Q&A Sessions, Writing a Seminar Report |
Semester 8
| Subject Code | Subject Name | Subject Type | Credits | Key Topics |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ACEC08E05X | Elective 5 | Elective | 3 | Earthquake Resistant Design of Structures, Urban Transportation Planning, Risk & Reliability in Civil Engineering, Offshore & Coastal Engineering |
| ACEC08P02 | Project Work – II (Project Dissertation & Viva-Voce) | Project | 9 | Implementation of Project Methodology, Data Collection and Experimental Work, Analysis of Results and Discussion, Conclusion and Future Scope, Dissertation Writing and Formatting, Oral Presentation and Viva-Voce Examination |
| ACEC08I06 | Professional Practice VI | Internship/Project | 0 | Industrial Training Reflection, Application of Classroom Knowledge to Real-world, Industry Best Practices, Professional Development Plan, Mentorship and Networking Strategies, Post-Graduation Career Path Exploration |
| ACEC08C01 | Internship (Mandatory) | Internship | 3 | Practical Application of Engineering Skills, On-site Project Involvement, Industry Work Culture Experience, Professional Skill Development, Mentored Work Experience, Internship Report Submission |
