Civil Engineering Curriculum - Overview Code
Module Name
Category Semester Lectures Lab/Tut
Credits
hrs/week hrs/week Level 1 CE 101
Applied Mechanics (Statics)
CC
F
1.5
3/2
2.0
CH 101
Process Engineering
CC
F
1.5
3/2
2.0
CS 101
Computer Systems
CC
F
1.5
3
2.0
EE 101
Electrical Engineering
CC
F
1.5
3/2
2.0
MA 101 Mathematics
CC
F
4
2
3.0
ME 101
Thermodynamics
CC
F
1.5
3/2
2.0
DE 195
English
CC
F
-
CE 102
Fluid Mechanics
CC
S
1.5
3 3/2
1.0 2.0
CS 102
Computer Applications
CC
S
-
3
1.0
EN 101
Electronic Engineering
CC
S
1.5
3/2
2.0
CC
S
4
2
3.0
CC
S
CC
S
English Certificate Courses (optional) Engineering Design
CO
S
FC
J
Civil Engineering Skill Development Engineering in Context
FC
J
CC
J
MA 102 Methods of Mathematics ME 102 MT 101 DE 196 CE 195 CE 196 MN 101
Applied Mechanics (Dynamics) Engineering Materials
1.5
13.0 1.0
14.0
2.0 3/2
1.5
3/2
2.0
3 4
0.0 1.5
12.0
2 -
12.0
2.0 9
2
-
Total - Level 1
CC - Common Core; CE - Common Elective FC - Field Core FE - Field Elective
Norm N_GP GPA A Total
1.0 30.5
F – First Semester S – Second Semester J – June Term
25.0
4.5
4.5
5.5
30.5
Code
Module Name
Category Semester Lectures Lab/Tut
Credits
hrs/week hrs/week
Norm N_GP GPA A Total
Level 2 CE 201
Structural Mechanics
FC
F
4.5
3/2
5.0
CE 202
Fluid Mechanics II
FC
F
4.5
3/2
5.0
CE 204
Surveying Building Construction & Materials
GC
F
4
3
5.0
FC
F
3
3
4.0
MA 201 Differential Equations
CC
F
2
-
2.0
MA 202 Calculus
CC
F
2
-
2.0
CE 203
FC
S
4.5
3/2
5.0
FC
S
2
-
2.0
FC
S
2
-
2.0
FC
S
2
3
3.0
FC
S
1
3
2.0
MA 203 Linear Algebra
CC
S
2
-
2.0
MA 301 Applied Statistics
CC
S
2
-
2.0
CE 221
CE 205
CE 208 CE 209 CE 210 CE 211
Soil Mechanics & Geology Fundamentals of Environmental Engineering Fundamentals of Transportation Engineering Construction Planning & Cost Estimating Concepts of Civil Engineering Design
FE
S
2
3
3.0
CS 286
Principles of Architecture Principles of Visual Programming
CE
S
2
3
3.0
DE 20x
Non-Technical Option I
CE
J
2.0
DE 20x
Non Technical Option II
CE
J
Total - Level 2
CC - Common Core; CE - Common Elective FC - Field Core FE - Field Elective
F – First Semester S - Second Semester J – June Term
23.0
23.0
2.0 16.0
3.0
21.0
2.0
4.0
4.0
51.0
46.0
2.0
48.0
Code
Module Name
Category Semester Lectures Lab/Tut
Credits
hrs/week hrs/week
Norm N_GP GPA A Total
Level 3 & 4 CE 301
Analysis of Structures
FC
F
4.5
3/2
5.0
CE 302
Basic Structural Design
FC
F
4
3
5.0
CE 303
Hydraulic Engineering
FC
F
4.5
3/2
5.0
CE 304
Geotechnical Engineering
FC
F
4.5
3/2
5.0
FC
F
2
-
2.0
CE
F
2.5
1.5
3.0
CE
F
2.5
1.5
3.0
FE
F
2.5
3/2
3.0
CE 305
Construction Management Business Economics and MN 304 Financial Accounting Industrial Management and MN 305 Marketing Contract Administration & CE 425 Law
22.0
3
25
CE 399
Industrial Training
FC
S&J
6.0
6
CE 391
Survey Camp Design of Concrete Structures
FC
J
2.5
2.5
FC
F
4
3
5.0
FC
F
2
3/2
2.5
FC
F
2
3/2
2.5
CE 421
Highway Design Environmental Engineering Design Environmental Hydraulics & Modelling
FE
F
2.5
3/2
3.0
CE 422
Remote Sensing and GIS
FE
F
2.5
3/2
3.0
CE 423
FE
F
2
3
3.0
CE 424
Building Engineering Computer Analysis of Structures
FE
F
2
3
3.0
CE 426
Construction Technology
FE
F
2.5
3/2
3.0
CE 427
Traffic Engineering & Design
FE
F
2.5
3/2
3.0
CE 428
Environmental Management Comprehensive Design Projects (CDPs)
FE
F
2.5
3/2
3.0
FC
F, S&J
-
6
5.0
CE 306 CE 309 CE 310
CE 401 CE 402
FC
S
2
-
2.0
CE 404
Engineering Economics Management Skill Development
FC
S
2
-
2
CE 420
Research Project
FC
F, S&J
-
3
4.0
CE 307
Hydraulic Design
FC
S
1.5
3/2
2.0
CE 308
Geotechnical Design
FC
S
1.5
3/2
2.0
CE 429
FE
S
2
3
3.0
CE 430
Bridge Engineering Advanced Structural Analysis and Design
FE
S
2
3
3.0
CE 431
Irrigation Engineering
FE
S
3
-
3.0
8.5
10.0
6.0 *
17
16.0
R
CC - Common Core; CE - Common Elective FC - Field Core FE - Field Elective
F – First Semester S – Second Semester J – June Term
Code
Module Name
Category Semester Lectures Lab/Tut
Credits
hrs/week hrs/week CE 432
Coastal & Port Engineering
FE
S
3
-
3.0
CE 433
FE
S
2.5
3/2
3.0
FE
S
2.5
-
3.0
FE
S
2.5
3/2
3.0
FE
S
2.5
3/2
3.0
FE
S
2.5
3/2
3.0
FE
S
2
3
3.0
CE 440
Project Management Transport Engineering and Planning Highway Construction & Maintenance Environmental Pollution Control Water and Wastewater Treatment Environmental Impact Assessment Rural Water Supply and Sanitation
FE
S
2.5
3/2
3.0
CE 441
Earth and Rockfill Dams
FE
S
3
-
3.0
CE 442
FE
S
2
3
3.0
FE
S
2
3
3.0
FE
S
2.5
3/2
3.0
FE
S
2.5
3/2
3.0
CE446
Environmental Geotechnics Computer Applications in Geotechnics Data Base Applications in Civil Engineering Project Management Information Systems Heating, Venting, Air Conditioning (HVAC) and Building Automation
FE
S
2.5
3/2
3.0
CE447
Design of Large Structures
FE
S
2.5
3/2
3.0
CE448
Facilities management Ground Improvement & Slope Stabilization Technology Management & Applications Organisational Behaviour & Mgt. Options offered by other Departments Total Level 3 & 4
FE
S
2.5
3/2
3.0
FE
S
2.5
3/2
3.0
CO
S
1.5
4.5
3.0
CO
S
2.5
3/2
3.0
CO
S
CE 435 CE 436 CE 437 CE 438 CE 439
CE 443 CE 444 CE445
CE 449 MN405 MN406
Overall Total CC - Common Core CE - Common Elective CO – Common Optional FC - Field Core FE - Field Elective * - Minimum 12 credits Mandatory from FE subjects offered in Levels 3 & 4
3.0 156.5
Norm N_GP GPA A Total
6.0*
23.0 64.0 135.0
F – First Semester S – Second Semester J – June Term
8.5
72.5
16.0 151.0
R
(CE4XX subjects) R - Recommended Norm for semester
Minors Offered by the Department of Civil Engineering The Department of Civil Engineering proposes to offer the following minors for Civil Engineering Undergraduates. Depending on the students’ demand and the availability of lecturers, the Department will decide what minors will be on offer in a specific year. 1. MINOR in STRUCTURAL ENGINEERING Pre-requisites : CE420 Research Project to be in a relevant area Preferred course units: CE430 Advanced Structural Design (3 credits) CE423 Building Engineering (3 credits) CE424 Computer Analysis of Structures (3 credits) CE429 Bridge Engineering (3 credits) CE447 Design of Large Structures (3 credits) Other desirables : CE426 Construction Technology (3 credits) To qualify for Structural Engineering Minor a student has to earn: 9 credits from the preferred course units
2. MINOR in CONSTRUCTION ENGINEERING Pre-requisites : CE420 Research Project to be in a relevant area Preferred course units: CE425 Contract Administration and Law (3 credits) CE426 Construction Technology (3 credits) CE423 Building Engineering (3 credits) CE431 Irrigation Engineering (3 credits) CE436 Highway Construction and Maintenance (3 credits) To qualify for Construction Engineering Minor a student has to earn: 9 credits from the preferred course units
3. MINOR in TRANSPORTATION ENGINEERING Pre-requisites : CE420 Research Project to be in the relevant area Preferred course units: CE427 Traffic Engineering and Design (3 credits) CE435 Transport Engineering and Planning (3 credits) CE436 Highway Construction and Maintenance (3 credits)
Other desirables: CE422 Remote Sensing and GIS (3 credits) CE428 Environmental Management (3 credits) CE429 Bridge Engineering (3 credits) CE433 Project Management (3 credits) To qualify for Transportation Engineering Minor a student has to earn: 9 credits from the preferred course units and other desirables with at least 6 credits from the preferred course units.
4. MINOR in ENVIRONMENTAL ENGINEERING Pre-requisites : CE420 Research Project to be in a relevant area Preferred course units: CE428 Environmental Management (3 credits) CE437 Environmental Pollution Control (3 credits) CE438 Water and Waste Water Treatment (3 credits) Other desirables : CE421 Environmental hydraulics and Modelling (3 credits) CE422 Remote Sensing and GIS (3 credits) CE439 Environmental Impact Assessment (3 credits) CE 440 Rural Water Supply and Sanitation (3 credits) CE442 Environmental Geotechnics (3 credits) To qualify for Environmental Engineering Minor a student has to earn: 9 credits from preferred course units and other desirables with at least 6 credits from the preferred course units
5. MINOR in MANAGEMENT Pre-requisites : CE420 Research Project to be in a relevant area Preferred course units: MN304 Business Economics and Financial Accounting (3 credits) CE425 Contract Administration and Law (3 credits) CE433 Project Management (3 credits) Other desirables : MN405 Management of Technology and Applications (3 credits) MN406 Organizational Behaviour and Management (3 credits) CE434 IT Applications in Project Management (3 credits) MN305 Industrial Management and Marketting (3 credits) To qualify for Management Minor a student has to earn: 9 credits from the preferred course units
6. MINOR in WATER ENGINEERING AND INFRASTRUCTURE Pre-requisites : CE420 Research Project to be in a relevant area (3 credits) Preferred course units: CE421 Environmental hydraulics and Modelling (3 credits) CE432 Coastal and Port Engineering (3 credits) CE431 Irrigation Engineering (3 credits) Other desirables : CE422 Remote Sensing and GIS (3 credits) CE433 Project Management (3 credits) CE439 Environmental Impact Assessment (3 credits) CE 440 Rural Water Supply and Sanitation (3 credits) To qualify for Water Engineering and Infrastructure Minor a student has to earn: 9 credits from preferred course units and other desirables with at least 6 credits from the preferred course units
7. MINOR in GEOTECHNICAL ENGINEERING Pre-requisites : CE420 Research Project to be in a relevant area (3 credits) Preferred course units: CE443 Computer Applications in Geotechnics (3 credits) CE422 Remote Sensing and GIS (3 credits) CE441 Earth and Rockfill Dams (3 credits) CE442 Environmental Geotechnics (3 credits) CE436 Highway Construction and Maintenance (3 credits) CE449 Ground Improvement and Slope Stabilization (3 credits) To qualify for Geotechnical Engineering Minor a student has to earn 9 credits from the preferred course units.
8. MINOR IN BUILDING SERVICES ENGINEERING Pre-requisites: CE 420 Research project to be in relevant area Preferred course units: CE 423 Building Engineering (3 credits) CE 445 Facilities Management (3 credits) CE 446 HVAC and Building Automation (3 credits) Other desirables : CE 425 Contract Administration and Law (3 credits) To qualify for Building Services Engineering minor, a student has to earn: 9 credits from the preferred course units.
Description of Modules CE101: APPLIED MECHANICS (STATICS) Credit Rating : 2.0 Hours Per Week: Lectures – 1.5 Subject Coordinator : Mrs. D. Nanayakkara Lecturers : Mrs. D. Nanayakkara Mrs. R.M.N.C Herath
First Semester Level 1 Lab/Tutorials- 3/2
Pre requisites
:
none
Course Objective
:
To teach the basic concepts of Applied Mechanics (Statics)
Course Outline Statics of particles and rigid bodies in 2D and 3D Distributed forces Properties of plane areas Determination of forces in assemblies of rigid bodies Internal forces Principle of superposition (Laboratory Assignments) Practical on deflection of an elastic beam Bending moment and shear force diagrams Method of Assessment
: Final examination 80% and continuous assessment 20%. The continuous assessment marks will be based on lab
assignments and a mid-term test. At least 40% of the marks allocated for the continuous assessments should be obtained in order to be eligible to sit the final examination. Text Book: “Mechanics for Engineers – Statics and Dynamics”, F.B Beer and E.R Johnston, McGraw – Hill Book Co. Selected References : “Mechanics of Materials”, F.B Beer and E.R. Johnston Jr., McGraw – Hill “Structural Mechanics”, F.Durka (Formerly W. Morgan and D.T. Williams), Longman Ltd.
CE102: FLUID MECHANICS Credit Rating : 2.0 Hours Per Week: Lectures – 1.5 Subject Coordinator : Prof. S.S. Wickramasuriya Lecturers : Prof. S.S. Wickramasuriya Dr. N.P.D. Gamage Dr. P.P. Gunaratne
Second Semester Level 1 Lab/Tutorials- 3/2
Pre requisites
:
none
Course Objective
:
To impart an understanding of the principles of Fluid Mechanics as applied to problems in engineering.
Learning Outcome
:
Competence in basic Fluid Mechanics
Course Outline Introduction and applications in engineering Hydrostatics Stability of floating bodies Types of fluid flow Energy continuity equations and applications Flow measurement Force momentum relationship Pipe flow Hydraulic machines Centrifugal pumps Head-discharge curves (Laboratory Assignments)
Pressure measurement and calibration of pressure gauge Determination of metacentric height – stability of a floating vessel Method of Assessment:
Final examination 80% and continuous assessment 20% The continuous assessment will be based on two laboratory practicals. At least 30% of the marks allocated for the continuous assessment should be obtained in order to be eligible to sit the final exam.
Text Book: L. Hamil (1995) – Understanding Hydraulics - Macmillan Selected References : 1. Douglas, Gasiorek and Swaffield – Fluid Mechanics – Pitman 2. Massey B.S. – Mechanics of Fluids
CE 195 : ENGINEERING DESIGN Credit Rating : 1.5 Hours Per Week: Lectures – 2 Subject Coordinator : Dr. K. Baskaran Lecturers : Prof. J. A. K. S. Jayasinghe Mr. B. S. Samarasiri Dr. K.Baskaran Pre requisites : None
June Term Level 1 Lab/Tutorials - 4
Course Objective: To impart the following skills: Understanding of design principles, Understanding of various aspects of design in several selected design case studies, Carrying out a group based product design assignment addressing issues such as manufacturability, marketability, creativity, team work, meeting dead lines Learning Outcome
:
An appreciation of design at a broad level.
Course Outline Module1: Design principles Introduction to engineering design; Life cycles of engineering products and processes; Design process and design tools; Concurrent engineering; Creativity and reasoning; Analysis, synthesis, simulation, evaluation and decision marking Module2: Case studies Several simple but comprehensive design case studies selected from different disciplines of engineering addressing following topics: Design for manufacturing; Mechanical and material aspects in design; Electrical, electronic and IT aspects in design Module3: Design assignments Group based design assignments Civil Engineering assignment Students will be asked to design artifacts such as (i) Bus stand (ii) Ladder (iii) Water tank, using conceptual design techniques such as Objectives trees, Function means trees, Morphological charts, Comparison of alternatives Method of Assessment: Final examination 30% and Continuous assessment 70%. To impart the following skills: (a) Understanding of design principles (b) Understanding of various aspects of design in several selected design case studies (c) Carrying out a group based product design assignment addressing issues such as manufacturability, marketability, creativity, team work, meeting dead lines Text Books : 1. Design and Technology : James Garratt, Second Edition, Cambridge, University Press 1998. 2. Product Development : Kapila Jayasinghe, Sarvodaya Vishva Lekha Publishers, 2000 3. Technology in Practice : Technology Enhancement Programme / John Cave/ Andy Bardill, John Murray Publishers, London 2000
4. Case Studies in Engineering Design : Clifford Mathews, Arnold Publishers – 1998 5. Engineering Design : A project – based introduction, New York : John Wiley, 2000. Selected References
:
None
CE196 - CIVIL ENGINEERING SKILL DEVELOPMENT Credit Rating : 2.0 June Term Level 1 Hours Per Week: Lectures – Lab/Tutorials – 9 Subject Coordinator : Prof. Priyan Dias Lecturers : Dr. A. A. D. A. J. Perera Dr. U.G.A. Puswewala Pre requisites : None Course Objective : To impart communication and computer skills that would be required during the rest of the undergraduate programme and in engineering practice, and to introduce surveying equipment. Learning Outcome
:
Familiarity with computer and communication skills, and with surveying instruments.
Course Outline BC Drawing : Basic fundamentals of building construction drawing inclusive of hand drawing classes Sketching : Sketching of a steel structure CAD : Introduction to computer aided drafting Spreadsheet : Production of an EXCEL application Presentations : Making a presentation after perusing a technical paper, inclusive of the use of PowerPoint, and submission of written summary Surveying : Introduction to Theodolite, Level, Chain, Tapes and accessories Method of Assessment :
Final examination 0% and Continuous assessments 100%.
Text Book
:
To be informed during course
Selected References
:
To be informed during course
CE201: STRUCTURAL MECHANICS Credit Rating : 5.0 Hours Per Week: Lectures – 4.5 Subject Coordinator : Prof. W.P.S. Dias Lecturers : Prof. W. P. S. Dias Mrs. D. Nanayakkara
First Semester Level 2 Lab/Tutorials- 3/2
Pre requisites
:
CE 101 – APPLIED MECHANICS
Course Objective
:
To teach the effects of various forces on simple structures
Learning Outcome
:
Ability to compute the stresses, strains and deformations caused by various forces in simple structures.
Course Outline Bending stresses Transverse shear stresses Torsional stresses Stress transformation Deflection of beams Buckling of columns Energy theorems Theories of failure Method of Assessment:
Final examination 70% and Continuous assessments 30% The continuous assessment marks will be based on (i) tutorial class attendance (ii) four lab assignments and (iii) a quiz as follows: Tutorials 5% Labs 15% Quiz 10% At least 40% of the marks allocated for the continuous assessments should be obtained in order to be eligible to sit the final exam.
Text Books : 1. J. Case and A. H. Chilver, Strength of Material and Structures. 2. G. H. Ryder, Strength of Materials 3. Hearn, E. J., Mechanics of Materials – I Selected References :
To be informed during course
CE202: FLUID MECHANICS II Credit Rating : 5.0 First Semester Level 2 Hours Per Week: Lectures – 4.5 Lab/Tutorials- 3/2 Subject Coordinator : Dr. S. P. Samarawickrama Lecturers : Dr. S. P. Samarawickrama Mr. A.H. Ratnasooriya Pre requisites : CE 102 – FLUID MECHANICS I Course Objectives : To develop further the training obtained in Fluid Mechanics I and analyse problems relating to Pipe Flow, Open Channel Flow, Flow Measurements and Hydraulic Models. Learning Outcome : Competence in Fluid Mechanics and applications to engineering problems. Course Outline Ideal Fluid Flow Pipe Flow Head Losses Energy-hydraulic gradients Pipe friction diagram applications Head loss computations, discharge and the design of pipelines Pipes in series and parallel, Three-reservoir problem, Siphons-cavitations Analysis of flow in pipe networks Power transmission through pipes and nozzles Hydraulic Machinery Pumps, Turbines, Characteristic curves, Efficiency Uniform Flow in Open Channels - Formulae and design of most economical section Flow Measurements-Notches and Weirs, Rating Curves, Current Metering Dimensional Analysis and Hydraulic Models Method of Assessment: Final examination 70% and Continuous assessment 30%. The continuous assessment will be based on three laboratory practicals. At least 40% of the marks allocated for the continuous assessments should be obtained in order to be eligible to sit the final exam. Text Book:
L. Hamil (1995)- Understanding Hydraulics – Macmillan
Selected References: 1. K. Subramanya – Theory and applications of fluid mechanics (Tata-McGraw Hill) 2. Douglas, Gasiorek & Swaffield - Fluid Mechanics - Pitman 3. Massey BS- Mechanics of Fluids
CE203 - SOIL MECHANICS & GEOLOGY Credit Rating: 5.0 Second Semester Level 2 Hours Per Week: Lectures – 4 Lab/Tutorials/Mapping- 3 Subject Coordinator : Dr. S.A.S. Kulathilaka Lecturers : Dr. S.A.S. Kulathilaka Dr. H.S. Thilakasiri Dr. T.A. Peiris Dr. U.G.A. Puswewala Pre requisites : None Course Objective : To teach the basic concepts of soil mechanics and geology. Learning Outcome : Understand the formation of rocks and soils, their fundamental properties, the flow of water through soil, the concept of consolidation, and the hydraulic behaviour of soils. Course Outline: Basic properties and formation of soils Classification of soils and compaction Effective stress concept Seepage Consolidation and settlements Basic geology (Laboratory Assignments) Particle size analysis Atterberg Limits Permeability test (Falling head and constant head) Proctor compaction test In-situ density test (Core cutter and sand cone) Consolidation test Geology mapping classes Soil Mechanics Design classes Method of Assessment :
Final exam : 70% Continuous assessments : 30% (consists of Laboratory work 20%; Mid-term exam 20% )
Text Book
:
Course notes
Selected References
:
1. Principles of Geotechical Engineering, B. M. Das, PWS Kent. 2. Soil Mechanics, R.F. Craig, Van Nostrand Reinhold. 3. Experimental Soil Mechanics, J Bardet, Prentice Hall.
4. A Geology for Engineers, F.G.H. Blyth and M.H. de Freitas, Edward Arnold.
CE204: SURVEYING Credit Rating: 5.0 Hours per Week: Lectures – 4 Subject Coordinator : Dr. U.G.A. Puswewala Lecturers : Dr. U.G.A. Puswewala Pre requisites : None
First Semester Level 2 Field work/Plotting- 3
Course Objective
:
To impart necessary knowledge and skills to carry out surveying and levelling, and do the relevant drawings and computations, for engineering applications.
Learning Outcome
:
Ability to use the chain, tape, level, theodolite and other surveying equipment to carry out field surveys, produce relevant maps and drawings, and do associated computations required for engineering applications.
Course Outline Introduction to land surveying Linear measurements and chain surveying Levelling and contouring Theodolite traversing Optical distance measurement (tachometry) Triangulation surveying Modern techniques and instruments in surveying (GPS, Total Station) Areas and volumes Setting out of buildings Method of Assessment : Final examination 70% and Continuous assessments 30% The continuous assessment marks will be based on the marks obtained for the following three course-works (consisting of field work and plotting): Chain surveying 10% Levelling (LS & CS) 10% Theodolite traverse 10% At least 40% of the marks allocated for the continuous assessments should be obtained in order to be eligible to sit the final exam. Text Book
: Course notes
Selected References : Surveying, A. Bannister and S. Raymond, Sixth Edition, Longman.
CE205 – BUILDING CONSTRUCTION AND MATERIALS Credit Rating: 4.0 First Semester Level 2 Hours Per Week: Lectures – 3.0 Lab/Tutorials- 3.0 Subject Coordinator : Dr. (Mrs.) C Jayasinghe Lecturers : Dr. (Mrs.) C Jayasinghe/ Dr. S.M.A. Nanayakkara Dr. A.A.D.A.J. Perera Pre requisites : None Course Objective
:
To provide necessary knowledge and skills for building construction in Civil Engineering and to provide necessary knowledge on building materials used in civil engineering.
Learning Outcome
:
Students are expected to gain sufficient knowledge in building construction techniques. The students should be able to identify and use the building materials in Civil Engineering applications based on engineering properties.
Course Outline Construction of building elements Walls Roofs and ceilings Floors Building services New building construction techniques
Foundations Doors and windows Wall finishes Finishes- Floor finishes, Wall finishes, Fittings
Manufacturing processes, selection, testing and properties of following building materials: Bricks Cement blocks Rubble Cement Sand Lime Coarse aggregate Concrete Timber Steel Roof covering materials New-building materials (Assignments) Field visits : Field visits to building sites, presentation Building construction drawings : Computer Aided Drafting (CAD) including 2D and 3D drawings Experimental work on building materials : Aggregate testing, cement testing, masonry testing, mix design of concrete, properties of steel and timber Method of Assessment : 30% - Continuous assessment (This consists of Experimental work on construction material, Auto CAD drawings and presentations based on a field trip) 70% Final examination
Text Books : 1. Seeley I.H., (1995), Building Technology, Macmillan Building and Surveying Series, UK. 2. Barry R,(1999),The Construction of Buildings, Blackwell Science Ltd, UK. 3. Hendry, A.W.,(1981), Structural Brick Work, Macmillan Press, London, England.
CE208 – FUNDAMENTALS OF ENVIRONMENTAL ENGINEERING Credit Rating: 2.0 Second Semester Level 2 Hours per Week: Lectures – 2 Lab/Tutorials- None Subject Coordinator : Prof. (Mrs.) N. Ratnayaka Lecturers : Prof. (Mrs.) N. Ratnayaka Dr. M. W. Jayaweera Pre requisites : None Course Objective : To sensitise the students to environmental issues and to introduce the students to the subject of environmental engineering. Learning Outcome : Students will understand the role of environmental engineering in the context of protection of the environment and looking after human welfare. Course Outline Introduction to Environmental Engineering Principles of Ecology Pollution control in Surface and Ground Water Water Supply Engineering Wastewater Collection and Treatment Solid and Hazardous Waste Management Air Pollution and Noise Control Environmental Impact Assessment Method of Assessment: Final examination 70% and Continuous assessments 30%. The continuous assessment will be based on three quizzes. At least 40% of the marks allocated for the continuous assessments should be obtained in order to be eligible to sit the final exam. Text Book
:Computer Based Training Package produced by UNESCO – copies available in the Computer Laboratory, Department of Civil Engineering. Selected References : 1. T. H. Y. Tebbutt : Principles of Water Quality Control, Pergamon Press. 2. G. Tyler Miller : Living in the Environment: an introduction to environmental science, Wadsworth Publication. 3. Bruel and Kjaer : Environmental noise. 4. A. Mulholland and K Attenborough : Noise assessment and control, Construction Press.
CE209 – FUNDAMENTALS OF TRANSPORTATION ENGINEERING Credit Rating: 2.0 Second Semester Level 2 Hours per Week: Lectures – 2 Lab/Tutorials- None Subject Coordinator : Prof. Amal S. Kumarage Lecturers : Prof. Amal S. Kumarage Pre requisites : None Course Objective : To impart a knowledge of the fundamentals of traffic engineering and transportation planning theory. Course Outline Chapter 1: Transport Function Mobility, accessibility, transport in urban areas, rural transport and urban linkages, intercity and international travel, transport and economic growth, transport and social impact, negative impacts of transport, history of transport in Sri Lanka, transport networks in Sri Lanka, growth of transport activity in Sri Lanka, specialty disciplines in transport engineering. Chapter 2: Traffic Flow Theory Fundamental definitions – flow rate, speed, headway, density, fundamental relationships, traffic flow diagram, traffic flow models – Greenshield’s Model. Chapter 3: Theory of Transportation Engineering Modes of transport, transport networks, routes, trip ends and transport zones, trip purpose, trip generation, trip attraction, theories in transport planning, land use theory physical theories-gravity model, choice theory – logit model. Chapter 4 : Safety in Transport Accident Reporting Statistics, comparative accident rates, factors that can contribute to an accident – the road, the vehicle, the road user, the environment, accident blackspots, types of accidents and collision diagrams, accident prevention and reduction. Chapter 5: Transportation Systems Management Features of transport systems, strategies for TSM, vehicle ownership, models of vehicle ownership, managing transport system demand, managing transport system supply, residential traffic restraint, intelligent highways and vehicles. Method of Assessment : Final examination 70% Continuous assessments 30% Assignment 1 – Chapter 1 Assignment 2 – Chapter 2 Assignment 3 – Chapter 3 Assignment 4 – Chapter 4
Given Week 2, Due in Week 3 – 5% Given Week 5, Due in Week 6 – 10% Given Week 7, Due in Week 8 – 10% Given Week 11, Due in Week 12 – 5%
Text Book: “Fundamentals of Transportation Engineering”, Amal S. Kumarage, December 2001 Recommended Texts :
1. Kadiyali, L. R., “Traffic Engineering and Transport Planning, Khanna Publishers, New Delhi, 1994. 2. Papacostas, C. S., “Fundamentals of “Transportation Engineering”, Prentice Hall, New Jersey, 1987.
CE 210 CONSTRUCTION PLANNING AND COST ESTIMATING (3 CREDITS) Credit Rating: 3.0 Hours per Week: Lectures – 2 Subject Coordinator : Dr. A.A.D.A.J. Perera Lecturers : Dr. A.A.D.A.J. Perera Mr. R. Halwathura Pre requisites Course Objective
: :
Level 2
None 1. 2. 3.
Learning Outcome
Second Semester Lab/Tutorials- 3
To impart both theoretical and practical knowledge necessary to plan, schedule, monitor and control construction projects using several planning tools. To develop skills in using computer software for project planning, scheduling, monitoring and control. To obtain necessary knowledge and skills to prepare bills of quantities and estimates including the required exposure to cost engineering and decision making process.
: 1. Students should be able to prepare Bills of Quantities (BOQ) and priced the items in a BOQ 2. Students should be able to prepare construction schedules using theoretical knowledge and computer software tools.
Course outline Introduction to planning: Parties involved; planning stages, Pre-tender planning, Preconstruction, Planning, Short-term planning Planning tools: Bar chart; Arrow networks; Precedence networks , Resource allocation and management Time-cost optimization, Scheduling; Monitoring; progress control Project Planning software, Application of MS project software Estimating and tendering process, Introduction to tender documents and their importance Bill of quantities and its preparation Method of measurement of works, Costing and decision making at tendering, Unit rate analysis, Price fluctuations Computer aided estimating (Assignments)
Calculation of measurements as per standard method of measurement SL 573, Preparation of BOQ of house and pricing and computer aided estimating. Preparation of construction schedule using arrow on node and president network technique and preparation bar schedule, allocation of resources and project monitoring using a project planning software (i.e. MS Project)
Method of assessment Final Examination 60% Continuous assessment 40% i. Building measurements calculations during practical class – 10% ii. Preparation of a BOQ for a house and pricing it – 15% iii. Preparation of construction schedule for a on going project 7.5% iv. Preparation of progress reports for on going project. – 7.5% Text Book
: Course notes
References 1. Building Quantities Explained, I.H. Seely, 2. Estimating for Building and Civil Engineering Works, Spence and Geddes
3. Oxley, R. and Poskitt, J. Management techniques applied to construction industry, 4th Edition, BSP Professional Books, UK. 4. Antill, J. M. and Woodhead, R. W. Critical path methods in construction practice, 4th Edition, John Wiley & Sons, 1990. 5. Harris, R. B. Precedence and arrow networking techniques for construction, John Wiley and Sons, 1978. 6. Harris, F. C. and McCaffer, R. Worked examples in construction management.
Special notes 1. This is new course module substituting a. CE206 – PROJECT PLANNING (2 Credits) b. CE207 - ENGINEERING COST ESTIMATING ( 2 Credits)
CE211 – CONCEPTS OF CIVIL ENGINEERING DESIGN Credit Rating: 2.0 Hours per Week: Lectures – 1 Lab/Tutorials - 3 Subject Coordinator : Dr. Mrs. M.T. P. Hettiarachchi Lecturers : Dr. Mrs. M.T.P. Hettiarachchi with other relevant staff Pre requisites : Engineering Design Course Objective: To bridge the gap and/or to provide a thread of continuity between the Engineering Design module at Level 1, and the subject based design modules in Level 3 and the Level 4 “Comprehensive Design Project”. It is also to further develop their creative thinking, ingenuity and imagination in finding solutions to civil engineering design briefs which are largely open ended. Learning Outcome: The students would be able to: - Develop feasible alternative designs to satisfy the client's requirements,. - Evaluate alternatives based on criteria such as technical feasibility, aesthetics, level of service, cost, sustainability, and environmental impacts - Convince the client to accept his design Course Outline • The Process of design in relation to a civil engineering project – the different stages • The Components of a good design – Functional, Safe, Cost Effective and Attractive • Types of Civil Engineering Structures- Buildings, Bridges, Towers, Retaining Structures • Types of Loads, their effects and load Paths • The elements of a structure and how they perform and modes of failure, approximate sizing methods • How the members are connected to each other and to the ground • Materials used in design – mechanical properties, durability, constructability • Types of Structural Failure – Foundation, Serviceability, Stability etc • Design Failures – some lessons from the past Tacoma Narrows Bridge failure, Leaning Tower of Pisa, Ronan Point Collapse, Millennium Foot bridge, Hyatt Regency walkway collapse, • Codes of Practice for Design – o Why are codes needed, and o which codes are relevant - loading, material specification, structural safety Assignments Client’s brief is provided for each group – e.g. Foot bridge linking the Civil Eng. Buildings Provide at least two distinct structural alternatives Justify selection Identify Loads and load paths for the selected structural form Determine the magnitude of loads Select appropriate materials for the different structural elements and suggest suitable sizes
Identify different failure modes for the structural elements and structure Specify the Codes of Practice and specifications that need to be used in the detailed design Method of Assessment:
Continuous assessment 100% Group Presentations - 50% Individual Assessment based on group activities – 50%
Text Book: - Introduction to Design for Civil Engineers – R.S. Narayanan and A.W. Beeby Selected References:
Will be made available during coursework classes.
CE221 – PRINCIPLES OF ARCHITECTURE Credit Rating: 3.0 Second Semester Level 2 Hours Per Week: Lectures – 2 Lab/Tutorials- 3 Subject Coordinator : Dr. (Mrs) C. Jayasinghe Lecturers : Dr. (Mrs) C. Jayasinghe and a lecturer from the Faculty of Architecture Pre requisites : None Course Objective : To introduce the Principles of Architecture Learning Outcome
:
To acquire knowledge in building regulations and basic principles of Architecture and comfortable indoor environments
Course Outline Aesthetics, Planning of spaces Bubble diagrams Form and functions of buildings Legislation related to building, Building regulations for low-rise and high-rise building planning Thermal comfort in different types of buildings Computer Aided Drafting Aesthetics and spatial relationships (Assignments) Planning of single and multi-storey buildings Design of a house, Bubble diagram and construction drawings Production of 2D drawings, Production of 3D drawings, Integration of services Trends in Architecture, appreciation of recently built buildings Method of Assessment :
40% - Continuous assessment 60% - Final examination
Selected References : 1. House Planning: A guide to user needs with check list, Department of Environment, UK. 2. Cristina, G. DI, (2001), Architecture and Science, Wiley Academy, UK 3. Jones DL, (1998), Architecture and Environment: Bioclimatic Building Design, David Lloyd, London.
CS 286: PRINCIPLES OF VISUAL PROGRAMMING Credit Rating: 3.0 Second Semester Level 1 Hours per Week: Lectures – 2.0 hours Laboratory work – 03 hours Subject Coordinator : Lecturers :
Dr. H.S. Thilakasiri / Dr. (Mrs.) Gunawardana Dr. H.S. Thilakasiri
Pre Requisites Course Objective
: :
Learning Outcome
:
CS 101 To introduce the concepts of Object Oriented Programming (OOP) and provide a fundamental knowledge on Visual Basic (VB). Students should be able to understand the Object Oriented Programming concepts and should be able to use VB for engineering applications.
Course Outline Variables and Data Variable definition, variable types, abstract data types, structures types, arithmetic logical operators, local and global variables. Control Flow Structure : Selection, Sequence, Repetition. Function, Procedures and Methods : Scoping rules, parameter passing by value and reference, recursion and iteration. Arrays : Single and multidimensional arrays. File I/O : Sequential and random access, binary/text reading and writing. Access rights and sharing. GUI Programming : Fundamental concept of event driven programming. Integrated Development Environments. Testing and Debugging : Test plan and test data, black box and white box testing. Programme tracing and trapping statements, tools and environments for debugging. Introduction to Object Oriented Programming Concepts : Concepts of class, object creation, assignment and deletion. method. Inheritance.
Public and private members,
(Practicals) 10 – 11 Practicals Method of Assessment :
Continuous Assessment – 30% End of Semester Examination – 70%
Text Book
:
None
Selected References
:
None
MA 201: DIFFERENTIAL EQUATIONS Credit Rating: 2.0 Hours Per Week: Lectures 2.0 hours
First Semester Level 2 Laboratory work – None
Subject Coordinator Lecturers Pre Requisites Course Objective
: : : :
Mr. U. A Senevirathne Mrs. H.V.S De Silva MA 102 To understand Fourier approximation in various mathematical methods in physical system modelling. To understand the modelling in physical system using partial differential equation. To understand transform methods in solving differential equation. To understand the use of power series methods in solving differential equation.
Learning Outcome
:
To approximate periodic function using Fourier series To solve various categories of Partial differential equation appears in physical system modelling. To apply series solution method to differential equation with variable coefficient
Course Outline Fourier Series Approximation Fourier coefficients, Dirichlet’ condition, odd and even function, half range series. Trigonometric approximation to discrete data. Partial Differential Equations Classification of second-order partial differential equation. Solutions by separation of variables. Fourier series application to boundary value problems. Laplace Transform and Applications Laplace transformation of elementary functions and some basic theorems on Laplace transform. Application of Laplace transforms to solution of differential equations and system of differential equations, transfer functions, convolution theorem, concepts of stability and controllability. Fourier Transform and Applications Non-periodic function, Fourier transform, properties of Fourier transform and applications. Ordinary Linear Differential Equations With Variable Coefficients Solution in series, Special function (e.g. Bessel, Legendre) – singular points Existence and uniqueness of the solution (elementary discussions without proof).
MA 202: CALCULUS Credit Rating: 2.0 Hours Per Week: Lectures 2.0 hours
First Semester Level 2 Laboratory work – None
Subject Coordinator Lecturers Pre Requisites Course Objective
: : : :
Mr. U. A Senevirathne Mr. U. C Jayathilake MA 101, MA102 To understand the concepts of application of parametric curves in space. To understand the meaning concept of coordinate transformation To understand the vector field and integration on curves and its application. To understand the use of complex variable applied in mathematical methods used in modelling physical system. To understand the calculus such as integration, differentiation applied to complex variable.
Learning Outcome
:
To do vector differentiation and integration and to find vector and scalar quantities such as Div, Grad, Curl To understand the meaning of Div, Grad, Curl and its applications To apply three important theorems, Divergence, Strokes and Green in various situations. To apply Cauchy’s integral techniques To perform contour integration techniques To apply conformal mapping in physical system modelling.
Course Outline Vector Calculus Vector differentiation and differential operators, space curves and line integral, surface and surface integrals. Divergence theorems, Stroke’s theorem, Greens theorem in plane. Some basic applications. Complex Variables Analytical function and Cauchy-Reimann equation, Caushy’s integral formula and applications. Taylor and Laurent series, contour integration. Introduction to conformal mapping.
MA 203: LINEAR ALGEBRA Credit Rating: 2.0 Hours Per Week: Lectures 2.0 hours
Second Semester Level 2 Laboratory work – None
Subject Coordinator Lecturers Pre Requisites Course Objective
: : : :
Mr. U. A Senevirathne Mr. U. A Senevirathne MA 101 The aim of the course is to familiarize students with the concept of a vector space and its algebraic properties and the manipulative techniques necessary to use matrices and determinants in solving applied problems. This course in linear algebra serves as a bridge from the typical intuitive treatment of calculus to more rigorous courses. Computer projects using the software Mathematica are designed to reinforce concepts of matrix multiplication, inverse eigenvalues and eigenvectors.
Learning Outcome
:
To reduce a matrix using Gauss-Jordan reduction. Solve a system of n equations and m variables. Find the inverse of a matrix. Understand the dimensions of a vector space, rank of a matrix and basis for a vector space. Understand the concept of linear independence, linear transformation and determinants. Find eigenvalues
Course Outline Vector spaces, subspaces, linear combinations, spanning sets, linear independence and bases. Column space and row space and null space of a matrix and application. Linear transformation. Eigen vectors and related topics. Diagonalisation of matrices. Quadratic forms. Applications. Numerical Linear Algebra.
MA 301: APPLIED STATISTICS Credit Rating: 2.0 Hours Per Week: Lectures 2.0 hours Subject Coordinator : Lecturers : Pre Requisites Course Objective
: :
Learning Outcome
:
Second Semester Level 2 Laboratory work – None
Mr. T.M.J.A Cooray Mr. U. C Jayathilake Mrs. S. Rameezdeen Mr. T.M.J.A Cooray MA 102 To provide students with skills necessary to analyse data. To draw meaningful conclusions from the analysis in both written and oral form. To provide an understanding of the statistical techniques that are used. To ensure that students are familiar with a use of statistical package. Identify the role of probability and statistics in their discipline area. Perform a range of statistical procedures related to manipulation and interpretation of data. Distinguish between types of statistical tests that may be used to analyse data. Demonstrate basic knowledge of assessing the appropriateness of statistical models. Demonstrate practical expertise associated with the use of statistical package in performing basic structural procedure.
Course Outline Discrete and Continuous Random Variables Expectation, mean and variance of Bernoulli, Geometric, Binomial, Poisson, Hypergeometric, Uniform, Exponential and Normal Distributions. Statistical Interference Sampling distributions, central limit theorem, confidence intervals for mean and variance. Hypothesis tests for mean, proportions and variance. Goodness-of-fit tests and contingency table. Regression, correlation, least square estimation and hypothesis tests in sample linear regression. (Practical) Use of MINITAB for statistical testing and regression analysis.
CE301 – ANALYSIS OF STRUCTURES Credit Rating: 5.0 Hours Per Week: Lectures – 4.5 Subject Coordinator : Dr. I.R.A. Weerasekara Lecturers : Dr. I.R.A. Weerasekara Pre requisites Course Objective
: :
Learning Outcome
:
First Semester Level 3 Lab/Tutorials- 3/2
CE201 - STRUCTURAL MECHANICS To teach the basic concepts of structural analysis, in particular the analysis techniques for statically indeterminate structures. Ability to find internal forces and deformations in beams, frames, trusses, plates and shell structures.
Course Outline: Energy Theorems Influence lines for statically indeterminate systems. Moment distribution method Reciprocal theorems and model analysis Generalized matrix methods of analysis of structures Introduction to Analysis of plates and shells Introduction to Plastic Analysis Method of Assessment :
Selected References
Final examination 60% and Continuous assessments 40%. Continuous assessment marks will be based on two computer assignments, three quizes and one mid-term test. At least 40% of the marks allocated for the continuous assessments should be obtained in order to be eligible to sit the final examination.
:
1. Structural Analysis – Russell C. Hibbeler, Macmillan Publishing Company, 1985. ISBN: 0-02-354460-0 2. Solution of Problems in Structures – W. T. Marshall, Pitman & Sons Publications, 1958. 3. Structural Analysis – Unified Classical & Matrix Approach, A. Ghali & A.M. Neville, Chapman & Hall.
CE302 – BASIC STRUCTURAL DESIGN Credit Rating: 5.0 First Semester Level 3 Hours Per Week: Lectures – 4 Lab/Tutorials- 3 Subject Coordinator : Dr. (Mrs.) P. Hettiarachchi Lecturers : Dr. (Mrs.) P. Hettiarachchi Pre requisites : CE 201 - STRUCTURAL MECHANICS CE 205 - BUILDING CONSTRUCTION AND MATERIALS Course Objective : To impart the following skills : Acquire a knowledge of the principles of structural design using different materials; Ability to design a two-storeyed building Learning Outcome : Familiarity with codes of practice relating to structural design Course Outline What is design Load paths and types of elements Properties of materials in relation to design Types of loading Introduction to codes of practice Design aspects relating to tension elements Design aspects relating to compression elements Design aspects relating to bending elements Design aspects relating to connections between elements Design aspects relating to foundations (Assignments) Design of different structural elements of a 2-storeyed building Design of structural elements of a steel roof truss Method of Assessment : Final examination 60% Continuous assessment 40% (Continuous assessment marks will be for the assignments and quizzes) All exams are open book and at least 40% of the marks allocated for the continuous assessments should be obtained in order to be eligible to sit the final examination. Selected References
:
1. Design of Structural Elements - Chanakya Arya E & FN Spon 1994. 2. Structural Elements Design Manual - Trevor Draycott Heinemann Newnes 1990. 3. Structural Timber Design - Abdi Kermani Blackwell Science 1999 4. Loadbearing brickwork construction for Sri Lanka - M. Thishan R. Jayasinghe STRAD Consultants Ltd. 1997 5. Graded Examples in RC Design - W. P. S. Dias ACECOMS, AIT. 1998.
6. Reinforced Concrete Design - Mosley W. H. Bungey, J. H. and Hulse, R. McMillan 1999. 7. Design of Structural Steelwork - W. M. C. Mckenzie Macmillan Press Ltd. 1998. 8. Design of Structural Elements – W.M.C. Mckenzie, Palgrave. 2004
CE303 – HYDRAULIC ENGINEERING Credit Rating: 5.0 Hours Per Week: Lectures – 4.5
First Semester Level 3 Lab/Tutorials- 3/2
Subject Coordinator : Lecturers :
Prof. S. S. L. Hettiarachchi Prof. S. S. L. Hettiarachchi Prof. S.S. Wickramasuriya Dr. N.P.D. Gamage Dr. P.P. Gunaratne
Pre requisites Course Objectives
: :
Learning Outcome
:
CE 202 - FLUID MECAHNICS II To impart an understanding of the principles, theories and concepts of applied hydraulics relevant in civil engineering practice. Competence in applied hydraulics and its applications in civil engineering practice.
Course Outline Boundary Layer Theory; Hydraulic Transients; Water Hammer, Surge Tanks; Steady and Non Uniform Flow in Open Channels; Hydrology - Surface Water and Ground Water Hydrology – hydrological cycle, hydrological processes, water balance; precipitation – forms and types, measurement, analysis of rainfall data; Hydrological zones and river basins of Sri Lanka; Runoff-hydrographs, infiltration - loss rates, rational method of flood estimation; stream flow measurement, flow through aquifers. Coastal Hydraulics; Introduction to the Coastal Environment and Processes; Linear Wave Theory and Its Applications; Nearshore Processes Method of Assessment:
Final examination 70% and Continuous assessments 30%. The continuous assessment will be based on five laboratory practicals. At least 40% of the marks allocated for the continuous assessments should be obtained in order to be eligible to sit the final exam.
Text Books : 1. Open-Channel Hydraulic by Ven Te Chow, McGraw – Hill Book Company Inc. 2. Ground Water Hydrology by David K. Todd, John Wiley & Sons Inc. 3. Engineering Hydrology by K. Subramanya, Tata McGraw – Hill Publishing Company Ltd. Selected References : 1. Open Channel Flow by F.M. Henderson, The Macmillan Company 2. Flow Through Open Channels, by K.S. Ranga Raju, Tata – McGraw – Hill 3. Ground Water Hydrology by Herman Bouwer, McGraw-Hill 1. Engineering Hydrology by E.M. Wilson, Macmillan Company
CE304 – GEOTECHNICAL ENGINEERING Credit Rating: 5.0 First Semester Level 3 Hours per Week: Lectures – 4.5 Lab/Tutorials – 3/2 Subject Coordinator : Dr. S. A. S. Kulathilaka Lecturers : Dr. S. A. S. Kulathilaka Dr. U. G. A. Puswewala Pre requisites : CE203 – SOIL MECHANICS AND GEOLOGY Course Objective : To impart an understanding about the shear strength of soils, application of the Soil Mechanics Theories in the design of retaining walls and analysis of slopes, and to introduce Rock Mechanics. Learning Outcome : Ability to apply shear strength concept in geotechnical problems, design appropriate retaining walls for a given situation and assess the stability of soil slopes; acquire basic understanding about rock masses. Course Outline Site investigations; Shear strength of soils ; Mohr-Colomb failure criteria, Interpretation of lab and field tests; Lateral earth pressures and earth retaining structures; Rankine’s earth pressure theory, Design of gravity and embedded retaining structures; Basic slope engineering; Factor of safety and probability of failure analysis of translational and rotational slides, Stabilization of slopes; Rock mass; Rock as an engineering material; Properties and characteristics, Exploration in rock; Stereographic projections (Laboratory Assignments / Assignments) Consolidation test Shear strength testing Earth fill design – Design of an earth fill over a soft peaty clay Design of an appropriate retaining wall for a given site condition Stability analysis of slopes through a computer package Method of Assessment:
Final examination 70% Continuous assessments 30% (Continuous assessment to consist of : Lab and design classes 20%; Mid-term examination 10%)
Text Book: Course Notes Selected References : 1. Principles of Geotechnical Engineering – BM Das – PWS Kent 2. Earth Pressure and Earth Retaining Structures – CRI Clayton, J Militisky and RI Woods 3. Geotechnical Engineering – K. W. White, OG Ingles – Pitman Publishers
CE305- CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT Credit Rating: 2.0 First Semester Level 3 Hours per Week: Lectures – 2 Lab/Tutorials - None Subject Coordinator : Dr. A.A.D.A.J. Perera Lecturers : Dr. A.A.D.A.J. Perera / Dr. Lesly Ekanayake Pre requisites : None Course Objective : To provide knowledge and skills essential for construction management. Learning Outcome : Acquire the knowledge and skills essential for effective construction management in civil engineering or building construction site. Course Outline Estimating and tendering Cost control Selection of plant and equipment Operational management of plant Quality management in construction Health and safety in construction Regulations and specifications Introduction to productivity and work-study Site organisation and management Method of Assessment:
Exam - 100%
Text Book
Modern Construction Management, Harris F. and MacCaffer R.
:
Selected References :
Not specified
CE306 – DESIGN OF CONCRETE STRUCTURES Credit Raring: 5.0 First Semester Level 4 Hours Per Week: Lectures – 4 Lab/Tutorials- 3 Subject Coordinator : Dr. S. M. A. Nanayakkara Lecturers : Dr. S. M. A. Nanayakkara Dr. K. Baskaran Pre requisites : CE 301 - ANALYSIS OF STRUCTURES CE 302 - BASIC STRUCTURAL DESIGN Course Objective : To impart an understanding the principles of design of reinforced concrete, pre-stressed concrete and concrete water retaining structures. Learning Outcome : Acquire the knowledge required to design reinforced concrete structures, water retaining structures and statically determinate prestressed concrete elements. Course Outline Reinforced concrete: Analysis of framed structures for vertical and horizontal loads; Redistribution of moments; Robustness, Design of staircases, Slender columns, Flat slabs, Shallow foundations, Retaining walls, Pile caps. Pre-stressed concrete: Basic principles and methods of pre-stressing; Materials for prestressing; pre-stress loss; Design of flexural members for serviceability and ultimate limit states; Water retaining structures: Introduction to BS 8007; Design and construction aspects of reinforced concrete water retaining structures, Design examples. Laboratory Assignments/ Assignments Design of reinforced concrete building Design of a water retaining structure Design of a pre stressed concrete bridge Testing of reinforced concrete beam Method of Assessment: Final examination 60% and Continuous assessment 40%. Continuous assessment to consist of mid term test and course works. Text Books : Not Specified Selected References : 1. Reinforced and Prestressed Concrete by Kong and Evans 2. Reinforced Concrete Design to BS8110 – Allen 3. Graded Examples in Reinforced Concrete Design - WPS Dias 4. Pre-stressed Concrete by Hill Hurst 5. Reinforced Concrete - Mosley & Bungey
CE307 – HYDRAULIC DESIGN Credit Rating: 2.0 Hours per Week: Lectures –1.5
First Semester Level 4 Lab/Tutorials- 3/2
Subject Coordinator : Lecturers :
Prof. S. S. Wickramasuriya Prof. S. S. Wickramasuriya Prof. N. T. S. Wijesekara Dr. N.P.D. Gamage
Pre requisites
:
CE 303 – HYDRAULIC ENGINEERING
Course Objectives
:
To provide training in hydraulic engineering design.
Learning Outcome
:
Competence in hydraulic engineering design in civil engineering practice.
Course Outline Hydraulic design for engineering applications, types of hydraulic structures, design concepts for canals, transitions and stilling basins, concepts of design life and design return period for economical design of structures, environmental requirements. Hydraulic design of spillways – Reservoir routing , Area- Capacity curves , spillway capacity, design flood level and dam safety Design flood estimation – Unit hydrographs in flood estimation, statistical methods, return period, probability of exceedence, risk. Use of appropriate probability distributions in hydrology, probability paper, frequency factor approach. Some historic flood events in Sri Lanka. Flood routing – Muskingum method Reservoir capacity and yield – mass flow curves Hydro-power schemes – tunnels, surge tanks. Micro-hydro design – Role of micro-hydro in developing countries, layout of a micro-hydro scheme. Developing a flow duration curve for a site, estimation of firm power. Method of Assessment :
Text Books
Selected References
Final examination 50% and continuous assessment 50% The continuous assessment will be based on two assignments – (a) Estimation of reservoir capacity and yield and (b) Design of a gated regulator
:
Hydraulics in Civil and Environmental Engineering A. Chadwick and J. Morfett ( E & FN Spon). Hydraulic Structures – P. Novak, A.I.B. Moffat, C. Nalluri and R. Narayanan ( Spon Press) Engineering Hydrology – K. Subramanya (Tata McGraw Hill)
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Micro Hydro Design Manual – ITDG Publication Design of Irrigation Headworks – A.J.P. Ponrajah Irrigation Department Water Resources of Ceylon – S. Arumugam – Water Resources Board.
CE308 – GEOTECHNICAL DESIGN Credit Rating: 2.0 First Semester Level 4 Hours Per Week: Lectures – 1.5 Lab/Tutorials- 3/2 Subject Coordinator : Dr. H. S. Thilakasiri Lecturers : Dr. H. S. Thilakasiri Pre requisites : CE 304 – GEOTECHNICAL ENGINEERING Learning Objective
:
Learning Outcome
:
To teach the design of shallow foundations and introduce concepts of pile foundations. Ability to design shallow foundations for a given structure and soil conditions; understand the basics of pile foundation design.
Course Outline Basic foundation engineering and design Shallow foundations Design concepts based on ultimate bearing capacity and allowable settlements Introduction to pile foundations (Assignments) Design of shallow foundations for given site conditions Elementary pile foundation design Method of Assessment :
Final examination 70% Continuous assessments 30%. (Design classes 10%) (Mid term examination 20%)
Text Book
:
Course notes
Selected References
:
1. 2. 3. 4.
Principles of geotechnical engineering B. M. Das PWS Kent Principles of foundation engineering B. M. Das PWS Kent Foundation analysis and design M J Tomlinson Foundation analysis and design Joseph E Bowles Mc Graw Hill
CE309 – HIGHWAY DESIGN Credit Rating : 2.5 Hours Per Week: Lectures – 2 Subject Coordinator : Dr. M.A.W. Kumara Lecturers : Dr. M.A.W. Kumara Prof. J. M. S. J. Bandara Pre requisites
:
Course Objective
:
Learning Outcome
:
Semester 1 Level 4 Lab/Tutorials- 3/2
CE 209 – FUNDAMENTALS OF TRANSPORTATION ENGINEERING To impart a knowledge and practice of highway engineering design and the use of design codes and guidelines. The students will be able to design highway elements for a two– lane road segment.
Course Outline Geometric Design: Highway functional classification, principle of highway location, factors influencing highway design, highway design standards for Sri Lanka, design of alignment, horizontal and vertical curves, cross sections, super elevation, sight distance, pedestrian and bicycle facilities. Capacity Design: Highway capacity, design of two – lane roads, service flow rate, volume/capacity ratio, level of service Design of Drainage: Run off data and patterns, surface drainage, drainage structures, hydraulic design of drainage structures, economy in construction of drainage structures Pavement Design: Types of pavements, structural components of flexible pavements, design methods, selection of pavement type, AASHTO and Road Note 31 Guidelines Highway Safety: Safety guidelines, safety considerations in design, safety audits Highway Aesthetics Method of Assessment :
Final exam – 60% (2 hour closed book exam) Continuous assessments – 40%. The continuous assessment marks will be based on four laboratory assignments as follows: Marks Allocation Start Submission Assignment Capacity design 10% Week 2-10 Week 11-12 Pavement design
15%
Week 2-10
Week 13-14
Marshal test
10%
Week 2-10
Week 3-11
Safety audit
5%
Week 2-10
Week 3-11
At least 40% of the marks allocated for the continuous assessments and 80% attendance should be obtained in order to be eligible to sit the final exam.
CE310 – ENVIRONMENTAL ENGINEERING DESIGN Credit Rating: 2.5 First Semester Level 4 Hours Per Week: Lectures – 2.0 Lab/Tutorials- 3/2 Subject Coordinator : Dr. J.M.A Manathunga Lecturers : Dr. J.M.A Manathunga Dr. M.W Jayaweera Pre requisites : CE 208–FUNDAMENTALS OF ENVIRONMENTAL ENGINEERING Course Objective : To impart a knowledge of (a) Design principles of water supply and wastewater collection systems, and (b) Introduction to water and wastewater treatment design concepts. Learning Outcome : Students will have a good knowledge of the design principles of water supply and wastewater collection and will be able to design small water supply and wastewater systems. Course Outline: Water and Wastewater Quality – Physical, chemical and microbiological quality of water and wastewater sampling and testing, quality criteria and standards (WHO, SLSI, CEA etc), discharge standards and ambient standards. Water Supply – Engineering decisions in planning of water supply scheme, design principles for water supply schemes – Intake, Pumps, Transmission Mains, Service Reservoirs, Distribution Systems. Water Treatment Principles – Introduction to conventional water treatment – Aeration, Plain Sedimentation, Coagulation & Flocculation, Filtration, Disinfection, Stabilization. Wastewater Collection – Sewerage systems, Layouts, Sewer Appurtenances & Design Concepts, Sewer Hydraulics, Estimation of Wastewater and Storm water flows, Design of Sewerage. Wastewater Treatment Plant – Introduction to biological treatment and physico-chemical treatment of wastewater, Design of Septic Tanks. (Laboratory Assignments/ Assignments) Sampling & Testing of Water Quality. Assignment on Water Supply Scheme Design and Conceptual Design of Water Treatment Plant. Assignment on Wastewater Collection and Conceptual Design of Wastewater Treatment Plant. Method of Assessment : Final Examination 50% and Continuous Assessment 50%. Selected References: 1. Water & Wastewater Technology, by Mark J. Hammer and Mark J. Hammer (Jr.), 4th edition or latest. 2. Water Supply and Sewerage, by Terence Mc Ghee-6th edition or latest. 3. Water Supply Engineering Design, by M. Anis Al-Layala, Shamim Ahamad, and E. Joe Middlesbrooks. 4. Principles of Water Quality Control, by T.H.Y. Tebbutt, 3rd edition or latest. 5. Water Quality and Treatment, by AWWA 4th edition, Technical editor – Frederick W. Pontius. 6. Water Supply, by Alan C. Twort, Don D. Ratnayaka and Malcolm J. Brandt. 5th edition. 7. Wastewater Engineering – Treatment and Reuse, Metcalf & Eddy, 4th Edition
CE391 – SURVEY CAMP Credit Rating: 2.5 June Term Level 3 Hours per Week: Lectures – 1 Field Work/Plotting – 70 Duration of Survey Camp: Approximately 10 working days Subject Coordinator : Dr. U. G. A. Puswewala Lecturers : Staff of Civil Engineering Department Pre requisites : CE196 - CIVIL ENGINEERING SKILL DEVELOPMENT CE204 - SURVEYING Course Objective : To impart training in the use of survey instruments and methods for land surveying and engineering purposes. Learning Outcome : Competence in survey methods, use of different survey instruments for civil engineering applications, preparation of survey drawings and carrying out associated computations. Course Outline Residential camp for field work and drawing office work. To include from the following: Theodolite traversing and plotting survey plan Levelling with normal level and plotting Contouring and plotting contour plan Use of electromagnetic distance measurement and Total Station Introduction to the use of Global Positioning System Setting out of a building Introduction to field astronomy Demonstration of related software Method of Assessment:
Continuous assessments 100% Students will be assessed based on their field work and competence in handling survey instruments, booking procedures, plan work, computations and presentation of a given survey related project.
Text Book
:
Course notes of CE204 Surveying; and additional notes given at survey camp.
Selected References
:
Same as CE204
CE399 – INDUSTRIAL TRAINING Credit Rating: 6.0 Second Semester and June Term Level 3 Hours per Week: Lectures – None Industrial Training – 35 (Minimum) Subject Coordinator : Dr. K. Baskaran Lecturer : None Pre requisites : Training Placements only for Level 3 and 4 students Course Objective : The objective of Undergraduate Industrial Training is to gain through practical experience a sound appreciation and understanding of the theoretical principles learnt as an undergraduate at the University. Industrial Training is oriented towards developing the skills, knowledge and attitudes needed to commence a career as an engineer. Learning Outcome: Some of the many expected advantages to be gained by an undergraduate in going through a programme of Industrial Training are: 1. Introduction to the ways of industry and developing talent and attitude so that he/she can enjoy fully, a career in engineering while recognizing his/her responsibilities as a professional engineer in the future. 2. Understanding real life situations in the industrial organizations and their related environments and accelerating the learning process of how his/her knowledge could be used in a realistic way. 3. Practising to execute more informed judgment and learn associated responsibilities. 4. Experiencing that financial and economic limitations play a more important role in all engineering activities. 5. Understanding the formal and informal relationships in an industrial organization so as to promote favourable human relations and team work. 6. Appreciating that engineering is an expanding field and that learning has no limitations. 7. Understanding that the problems encountered in the industry rarely have unique solutions and gaining experience to select the optimal solution from the many alternatives available. 8. Experiencing the industry safety practices, requirements and appropriateness. 9. Developing a sense of responsibility towards society in general. Tentative Course Outline Sector: Consulting / Client Organizations; Study of Contract / Tender Documents; Preparation of Technical Documentation; Tender Procedures and Evaluation; Study of Work Site Procedures; Surveying, Levelling and Setting out; Study of Construction Materials; Study of Construction Equipment; Study of Building Services and Finishes; Construction of Structures; Assist in Construction Supervision; Sector: Contracting Organizations; Study of Work Site Procedures; Surveying, Levelling and Setting out; Study of Construction Materials; Study of Construction Equipments; Study of Building Services and Finishes; Assist in Interim Valuations; Assist in Sub – Contractors’ Payments; Assist in Claims for Variations; Construction of Structures; Assist in Construction Supervision Method of Assessment :
The assessment will be based on the following
Report on Industrial Training; Daily Diary; Attendance and conduct during the period of training and the observation of the supervisors. Oral examination Text Book
:
To be informed during training
Selected References
:
To be informed during training
MN304 – BUSINESS ECONOMICS AND FINANCIAL ACCOUNTING Credit Rating: 3 Hours Per Week: Lectures – 2.5 Subject Coordinator : Mr.Dinesh Samarasinghe Lecturers : Mr. D.L.P.M Rathnasinghe Pre requisites Course Objective micro
First Semester Level 3 Lab/Tutorials- 1.5
: None : To provide the students with knowledge and understanding of basic and macro economic principles and tools of economic analysis. To provide conceptual and regulatory framework of financial & cost
accounting so as to use them in decision making in an operational context. Learning Outcome
:
Understanding the basic micro and macro economic concepts. Appreciation of the links between economy and technology. Understanding of basic concepts in financial, cost and management accounting, acquiring basic knowledge on application of these accounting concepts to modern business and basic knowledge on interpretation of main accounting statements
Course Outline: Business Economics -
Economics and the economy; Elementary theory of Economics; Tools of economic analysis; Demand, supply and the market; Theory of the firm; Different types of firms; Motivation of firms; Theory of supply; Costs and production; Introduction to macroeconomics and national income accounting. Financial and cost Accounting Basic accounting concepts; Trial balance; Profit & loss account, balance sheet; Cash flow statements; Interpretation of accounts; Cost concepts and terminology; Analysis and interpretation of cost; Allocation of overheads; Marginal costing, CPV analysis; Standard costing; Stock control.
MN305 – INDUSTRIAL MANAGEMENT AND MARKETING Credit Rating: 3 Hours Per Week: Lectures – 2.5 Subject Coordinator : Mr. Dinesh Samarasinghe Lecturers : Dr. Chandana Perera Mr. Dinesh Samarasinghe Dr. Vathsala Wickramasinghe Dr. P. Ramachandran
First Semester Level 3 Lab/Tutorials- 1.5
Pre requisites : None Course Objective : To provide the students with an adequate knowledge of the theoretical and empirical framework of organizational management required to perform efficiently as engineer/manager in the modern organization. To provide fundamentals of technology management in order to help them appreciate the link between technology and economy. To provide fundamentals of human resource management and to expose them to the specific sections of the legal system those relevant to practicing engineers. To provide the students with knowledge of basic marketing concepts & applications Learning Outcome : Appreciation of the basic concepts and theories of organizational management. Knowledge on application of these theories for modern organizations. Understanding the fundamentals of technology management. Understanding the fundamentals of human resource management and legal issues related to modern industrial relations. Knowledge of basic marketing concepts / theories and their applications. Course Outline: Organization management Introduction to management & systems theory; Organizational theory; stakeholder analysis, organizational vision, mission & objectives. Types of organizations; organizational strategy, structures of modern organization and the concept of learning organization; Different roles of manager; manager & leader. Organizational culture & control; concepts of authority, power, responsibility & their applications and management of conflict. Management of change; importance of change management and conflict management. Modern management techniques; management styles: Japanese vs. Western Systems. Technology management Technology and economic development; Key concepts of technology management and its relation to business management; Technology and competitive advantage; Evaluating technology; Human Resource Management and Industrial Relations -
Introduction to human resource management, Employee selection, performance evaluation, rewards, Human resource development, Compensation and grievance handling, Labour - Management Relations in Sri Lanka and Business Ethics Marketing Marketing: overview; Marketing environment, marketing research and product life cycles; Buyer behavior: consumer and organizational; 4Ps of marketing including promotion and communication issues;
CE401 – COMPREHENSIVE DESIGN PROJECTS (CDPs) Credit Rating: 5.0 First and Second Semester & Term Level 4 Hours Per Week: Lectures – 4.0 Design Office Work- 6 Subject Coordinator : Prof. M.T.R. Jayasinghe Dr. (Mrs) C. Jayasinghe Lecturers : One nominee each from the Divisions of the Department. Pre requisites : Course units at Level 3 as stipulated by the group supervisor Learning Outcome : At the end of the CDP the students will acquire knowledge and develops necessary skills to undertake design projects work in a team and complete the design phase to the satisfaction of all the stake holders involved. Course Outline Identification of objectives, requirements and nature of the project; Formulation of design alternative and analysis of feasibility of these alternatives considering environmental, social, economic and financial aspects; Planning of design phase and preparation of work breakdown structure (WBS); Project organization and team building; Geotechnical site investigation; Preliminary design, Detail design including, verification and validation of the design output (see Note 2); Management of stakeholders; Preparation of tender documents; Other work associated with procurement / implementation of the project and complete of detailed drawings. The students will be working in groups (10groups of approx. 10 students) and each group will be handling all the activities given above and one or more of the design elements given under Note 2. As the total project is the combination of all these activities and design elements, each group will be responsible for their own work, sharing information with other groups, consulting experts in the industry, and submitting project deliverables as a complete set of documents at the end of the project. In addition the University staff and invited guest lecturers will guide and provide information relating to the project as and when necessary. Lectures will be limited to area where it is required to give specialized input and will only be done at the request of the Group Supervisors. Method of Assessment :
Text Book Selected References
: :
Individual contribution submitted as a report – 30% Intermediate presentation – 15% Interim report (group) – 20% Final presentation – 15% Final report (group) – 20% None None
CE402 – ENGINEERING ECONOMICS Credit Rating: 2.0 Second Semester 2007 Hours per Week: Lectures – 2 (Friday 8.00 – 10.00) Lab/Tutorials – None Subject Coordinator : Dr. L. L. Ekanayake Lecturers : Dr. L. L. Ekanayake Pre requisites : Non Course Objective : To give the essentials for decision making at the operations level, based on comparisons of the worths (values) of alternative courses of action with respect to their costs, benefits and limited resources, and to select the best course of action. Learning Outcome : The student will be able to select the best course of action for an engineering problem, by comparing a range of alternative actions based on their costs, benefits and returns. Course Outline Fundamentals : Time value of money, equivalence, cash flow diagrams. Discounted Cash Flow: Time value equivalence, single payment and annuity factors, numerical examples, cash flows and compounding. Comparison Methods : Assumptions, net present value, annual worth, equivalent annual cost with/without salvage value, equivalent annual worth of fixed asset lives and perpetual lives, internal rate of return (IRR), minimum acceptable rate of return, IRR irregularities, numerical examples. Analysis of Alternatives: Classification, mutually exclusive alternatives, incremental analysis, preferred method for decision-making. Project Feasibility Analysis: Financial feasibility, market price analysis, cost of capital and weighted average, economic feasibility, shadow pricing, benefit cost (B/C) analysis, irregularities of B/C analysis, and preferred method for decision making Sensitivity and Risk Management: What if sensitivity graph and interpretation of the analysis, risk identification, risk analysis, risk response. Method of Assessment : Examination
30% for Continuous Assessment; 70% for End of Semester
Continuous Assessment :
Two quizzes of approximately 1.5 hour duration at the end of 4th and 8th Week.
Selected References
Engineering Economics – James L Riggs, David D. Bedworth, Sabah U. Randhawa McGraw – Hill International Edition, 1998, Fourth Edition
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CE404 – MANAGEMENT SKILL DEVELOPMENT Credit Rating: 2.0 Second Semester 2003/2004 Hours per Week: Lectures – 2 (Monday 10.30 – 12.30) Lab/Tutorials- None Subject Coordinator : Dr. Vathsala Wickramasinghe Lecturers : Dr. Vathsala Wickramasinghe Pre requisites : CE 305 – CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT Course Objective : To provide the students with essential personal, interpersonal and group skills necessary to manage the human resource that they will be dealing with as engineers through a balanced integration of theory and practice, understanding and application. Learning Outcome : The students will understand how to develop the skills necessary to manage the human resource that they will be interacting and dealing with as young engineers. Course Outline Personal skills Developing Self Awareness – values, cognitive style, attitude towards change, interpersonal orientation. Managing Stress – major elements of stress, managing stress, eliminating stress, temporary stress reduction techniques Interpersonal skills Supportive Communication - definition, principles of supportive communication, principles of supportive listening Managing Conflict - interpersonal conflict management, conflict response alternatives, collaborative approach for conflict resolution Motivating Employees - performance, diagnosing work performance problems, enhancing ability, creating a motivating environment Group skills Leadership - characteristics, styles of leadership, contingency approach and its variables. Delegation - advantages of delegation, when and whom to delegate, how to delegate effectively. Teamwork - developing teams and teamwork, advantages of teams, stages of team development. Method of Assessment : Examination
30% - Continuous Assessment; 70% for End of Semester
Book
:
Two quizzes of approximately 1.5 hours duration at the end of the 5th and 9th Week.
Selected References
:
Developing Management Skills David A Whetten and Kim S Cameroon Addison – Wesley Longman, Inc., 1998. Fourth Edition
CE420 – RESEARCH PROJECT Credit Rating: 4.0 First and Second Semester and Term Hours per Week: Lectures – None Lab/Tutorials – 3 (Supplemented by additional work outside time-table hours) Subject Coordinator : Dr. (Mrs). M.T.P. Hettiarachchi Lecturers (Supervisors) : Staff of the Department of Civil Engineering and other designated persons as relevant Pre requisites : None Course Objective : To learn to solve a problem in the field of Civil Engineering using scientific methodology leading to specific conclusions Learning Outcome
:
Students are trained to look at problems from different angles and to come up with solutions/explanations in a scientific and logical manner.
Course Outline The students will carry out the research project individually or in groups as decided by the Head of Department. Each project will be supervised by one or more members of academic staff or other designated persons who will guide the students in selecting the project and in carrying it out. The project work will consist of literature surveys, experimental work and/or data collection in the laboratories, in the field and at various agencies as well as analytical and theoretical work as relevant. The data/information gathered in the study will be analysed leading to conclusions and suggestions. The work carried out will be presented in the form of a seminar and a final project report according to a format indicated by the relevant supervisor(s). Even when the project is carried out by a group, the responsibility for the project will lie with individual students and as such, each student will be assessed individually. There will also be an oral assessment in the form of a viva-voice examination after the submission of the project report. Method of Assessment :
Project book/file (continuous assessment) - 15% Seminar Presentation - 20% Viva – voice examination - 25% Final Report - 40%
Text Book
:
As relevant to each project
Selected References
:
As relevant to each project
CE421 – ENVIRONMENTAL HYDRAULICS AND MODELLING Credit Rating: 3.0 First Semester Level 4 Hours Per Week: Lectures – 2.5 Lab/Tutorials- 3/2 Subject Coordinator : Dr. N. P. D. Gamage Lecturers : Prof. N. T. S. Wijesekera Dr. N. P. D. Gamage Dr. S. P. Samarawickrama Pre requisites : CE 303 - HYDRAULIC ENGINEERING Course Objectives : To train students in the fundamental concepts of modelling in environmental hydraulics. Learning Outcome: Basic skills and competence in the application of mathematical models in Hydraulic Engineering. Course Outline Introduction to Physical and Mathematical models, Use of models as a scientific tool, Modelling procedure, Types of models, Selection of model complexity and structure, Verification, Sensitivity analysis, Parameter estimation, Validation, State of the art in application of models. Conceptual Models in Water Resources Engineering/, Type of Conceptual Models, Applications of Conceptual Models. Systems Approach in Water Resources Engineering, Object oriented modelling, Introduction to input-output modelling techniques, Application of input-output models in Hydraulic Engineering problems, Hydrological Problems. Pipe Network Analysis, Culvert Design, Pumping Test Analysis, Groundwater Models, Rainfall Runoff Analysis, River Flow Analysis. Physical Processes, Chemical Processes, Photosynthesis, Growth Equations, Decomposition, Settling, Application of Ecological Models in Lake Management. Coastal Engineering Models and Sediment Transport Models. Engineering Applications of Models via Case Studies. Method of Assessment :
Final examination 70% and Continuous assessment 30%. The Continuous assessment will be based on Computational Modeling exercise.
Text Books
:
To be given during the course
Selected References
:
To be given during the course
CE422 – REMOTE SENSING AND GIS Credit Rating: 3.0 First Semester Level 4 Hours Per Week: Lectures – 2.5 Lab/Tutorials- 3/2 Subject Coordinator : Dr. S.A.S. Kulathilaka Lecturers : Dr. S. A. S. Kulathilaka Dr. U. G. A. Puswewala Pre requisites : CE 204 - SURVEYING Course Objective : To teach the applications of remote sensing and GIS techniques in civil engineering work. Learning Outcome : Ability to interpret aerial photographs and estimate heights, interpret remote sensing data visually and digitally, and to use a Geographic Information System (GIS). Course Outline Aerial photogrammetry and applications Introduction to aerial photogrammetry, flight planning, geometry of photographs and distortions, stereo-photogrammetry and heighting; Analogue and analytical methods of plotting from aerial photographs; Air photo interpretation. Introduction to remote sensing Spectral reflectance curves of earth objects. Electromagnetic energy transfer through atmosphere and digital data acquisition; earth observation satellite systems and energy bands; analysis of digital data; effective combination of energy bands for different purposes; production of colour composites; interpretation of satellite images. GIS techniques Introduction to GIS, different forms of data such as vector, raster and attribute data, development and use of a GIS. (Assignments) Air photo interpretation Stereoscopic viewing and heighting Analysis and interpretation of satellite images Demonstration of a GIS Visit to air survey unit of the Survey Department Method of Assessment :
Final Examination 70%; Continuous assessments 30% Design classes 10% mid term exam 20%
Text Book
Course notes
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CE423 – BUILDING ENGINEERING Credit Rating: 3.0 Hours Per Week: Lectures – 2
First Semester Level 4 Lab/Tutorials- 3
Subject Coordinator
:
Prof. M. T. R. Jayasinghe
Lecturers
:
Prof. M. T. R. Jayasinghe
Pre requisites
:
CE 301 - ANALYSIS OF STRUCTURES CE 302 - BASIC STRUCTURAL DESIGN
Course Objective
:
Learning Outcome :
To train students on the design of building services, detailing etc. in order that they function more effectively as structural design engineers. An appreciation of building services, and formwork and the way they impinge on structural design.
Course Outline Design of water supply, above ground and below ground waste disposal systems; vertical and horizontal circulation; fire fighting; electricity supply; air conditioning; integration of services for low, medium and high-rise buildings. Design of formwork, falsework and cladding systems Preparation of general arrangement and detail drawings using AUTOCAD (Practicals) Design coursework on installation of building services Design coursework on preparation of standard drawings using AUTOCAD Design coursework on building services for high-rise buildings Method of Assessment
: Final examination 60% and Continuous assessment 40% . Each assignment in given marks. No Viva. Each student will get a different building.
Text Book: Building Services – Hall, Vol. I – IVA Selected References: 1. An introduction to building services / HOWARD, Christopher A. /696/697 H6 2. An introduction to building services / HOWARD, Christopher A. /696H6
3. Noise control in building services / Fry, Alan, ed./ 699.84 N6 4. Building services and equipment / Hall, 696/697 H3 – Vol. I, II, III 5. Building services materials handbook: heating, sanitation and fire protection / 696 / 697 (o2) B8 6. Building services engineering / Chadderton, David V. / 696/697 C5
CE424 – COMPUTER ANALYSIS OF STRUCTURES Credit Rating: 3.0 First Semester Level 4 Hours Per Week: Lectures – 2 Lab/Tutorials- 3 Subject Coordinator : Dr. K.K. Ranasinghe Lecturers : Dr. K.K. Ranasinghe (Theory & Practicals) Prof. M.T.R. Jayasinghe (Practicals & Courseworks) Pre requisites : CE 301 - ANALYSIS OF STRUCTURES Course Objective : To study the theories associated with the development of structural analysis software and to gain exposure to available software. Learning Outcome
:
Competence in computer aided analysis of buildings and bridges.
Course Outline Matrix methods of structural analysis - Stiffness Matrix Method – formation of member stiffness matrices, co-ordinate transformation, load transformation and formation of global stiffness matrix, applications in statically determinate and indeterminate skeletal structures. Finite Element Analysis – History of development, finite element formulations of common element types. Analysis of rigid framed buildings – Idealization of 2-D and 3-D rigid framed buildings for approximate analysis, shear wall structures, reduction techniques. Method of Assessment:
Final examination - 50% (closed book exam) Continuous Assessments - 50%
Continuous assessment:
Marks will be based on three assignments. Details to be announced later. At least 40% of the marks allocated for continuous assessment and 80% attendance is required in order to be eligible to sit the final examination.
References: 1. Structural Analysis – Russell C. Hibbeler, Macmillan Publishing Company, 1985. ISBN: 002-354460-0 2. Solution of Problems in Structures – W.T. Marshall, Pitman & Sons Publications, 1958 Further Reading 1. The Finite Element Method – O.C. Zienkiewicz, McGraw Hill Publications, 1985, ISBN: 007-084072-5 2. Structural Modeling and Analysis – Clive L. Dym, Cambridge University Press Publications, 1997, ISBN: 0-521-49536-9
CE425 – CONTRACT ADMINISTRATION & LAW Credit Rating: 3.0 First Semester Level 4 Hours Per Week: Lectures – 2.5 Lab/Tutorials- 3/2 Subject Coordinator : Dr. A.A.D.A.J. Perera Lecturers : Dr. A.A.D.A.J. Perera Dr. Lesly Ekanayake Pre requisites : CE 205 - BUILDING CONSTRUCTION AND MATERIALS CE 206 - PROJECT PLANNING CE 207 - ENGINEERING COST ESTIMATING Course Objective : To provide the necessary knowledge and skills for administration of construction contracts. It is expected that, at the end of the course, the student will be able to manage aspects of contracts as the contractor’s resident engineer or as the consultant’s engineer’s representative. Learning Outcome : Acquire skills to manage a site as a civil engineer (as the representative of either the contractor or consultant). Course Outline Parties to the contract and their roles and responsibilities Definition of “Engineer” and their roles and responsibilities Administration of the contract: Materials and workmanship, progress and delays, variations, measurement and payments, subcontractors, claims and remedies Site management: Supervision, progress monitoring, meetings, documentation, procedural manuals and communication Contract law - construction contract types, parties involved formation, breach and termination. Industrial law – employer and employee, trade unions, labour participation, dispute settlement procedure, remuneration and gratuity payments. Note: Only the introduction of the assignments will be done in the class. Students will visit organizations, sites, library etc. to gather information for the assignments. (Assignments) Presentation of assignment 1 Presentation of assignment 2 Method of Assessment
:
Examination - 70%
Continuous Assessment – 30%
Text Book
:
Selected References
:
ICTAD, Sri Lanka Standard Bidding Document: Procurement of Works Not specified
CE426 – CONSTRUCTION TECHNOLOGY Credit Rating: 3.0 First Semester Level 4 Hours Per Week: Lectures – 2.5 Lab/Tutorials- 3/2 Subject Coordinator : Dr. (Mrs) C. Jayasinghe Lecturers : Dr. Lesly Ekanayake Dr. (Mrs) C. Jayasinghe Prof. M.T.R. Jayasinghe Pre requisites : CE 205 – BUILDING CONSTRUCTION AND MATERIALS Course Objective : Objective of the course unit is to provide the students with the solid grounding they will need to practice successfully as a construction engineer. Module will convey knowledge of current technology used in civil engineering construction, including modern construction equipment and methods, and a range of skills including the ability to organize, teamwork, problem solving, communication skills and independent learning. Learning Outcome : Students will have knowledge of current technology used in civil engineering construction, including modern construction equipment and methods, and a range of skills including the ability to organize, teamwork, problem solving, communication skills and independent learning. Course Outline Classification of construction equipment Dewatering and methods of groundwater control Pipe-laying and drainage work Lifting equipment and methods Aggregate production Mixing, Transporting and placing concrete Bridge construction methods methods
Setting out Excavating equipment and methods Drilling equipment and rock blasting Pile driving Temporary works Road paving equipment and methods High-rise building construction
(Assignments) Site visits to mixed concrete yard and pre-casting yard Site visits to Multi-storey building/ bridge site Assignments based on field trips and literature survey Assignments and presentations Method of Assessment : Examination - 60% Continuous Assessment - 40% Attendance : 5% of continuous assessment marks are given for the attendance(those who have 80% attendance or more) Selected References
:
1. Chudley, R, (1987), Construction Technology, Longman Scientific & Technical, UK. 2. Neville A M & Brooks, J.J.,(1987), Construction Technology, Longman Scientific & Technical, England 3. Basic Concrete Construction Practices, (1980), Portland Cement Association, John Wiley & Sons, Inc, USA. 4. Russell, J.E., Construction Equipment, Reston Publishing Company, Inc. A Prentice – All Company, Virginia. 5. Harris, F, Modern Construction Equipment and Methods, Longman, John – Willey & Sons Inc., New York. N.Y.
CE427 – TRAFFIC ENGINEERING AND DESIGN Credit Rating: 3.0 First Semester Level 4 Hours Per Week: Lectures – 2.5 Lab/Tutorials- 3/2 Subject Coordinator : Prof. J. M. S. J. Bandara Lecturers : Prof. J. M. S. J. Bandara Lecturers Assisting : Pre requisites : CE 209 - Fundamentals of Transportation Engineering Course Objective
:
Learning Outcome
:
To impart knowledge of the theory of traffic engineering and design practice. The student will be able to carry out selected traffic engineering designs.
Course Outline Unsignalized Intersection: Types of control and selection criterion, sign control, interchanges, roundabouts and traffic circles Traffic Surveys: Speed, flow and density measurements, data handling, analysis and interpretation Traffic Signals: Signal technology, warrants for traffic signals, phasing arrangements, signal timing, pedestrian signals Safety Studies: Accident data collection and analysis, accident investigations, conflict studies, treatment methods, traffic impact assessments (TIA) Delay Studies: Shock-wave theory, incident analysis Intelligent Transport Systems (ITS): Signal coordination, area traffic control, real time traffic data, traffic surveillance, user information Method of Assessment : Final examination 60% ( 2- hour closed book exam) and Continuous assessments 40% The continuous assessment marks will be based on four lab assignments as follows: Assignment Marks Allocation Start Submission Traffic surveys
10%
Week 2-3
Week 10-11
TIA Signal design Conflict study
10% 15% 5%
Week 2-3 Week 6-7 Week 4-5
Week 6-7 Week 12-13 Week 8-9
At least 40% of the marks allocated for the continuous assessments should be obtained in order to be eligible to sit the final examination. Text Books
:
None
Selected References : 1. Traffic Engineering, Srimulu, C. T. and Nagumani 2. An Introduction to Transportation Engineering, Allan William 3. Transportation and Traffic Engineering Handbook, Institute of Transportation Engineering
CE428 – ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT Credit Rating: 3.0 First Semester Level 4 Hours Per Week: Lectures – 2.5 Lab/Tutorials- 3/2 Subject Coordinator : Dr. M. W. Jayaweera Lecturers : Prof. (Mrs.) N. Ratnayaka Dr. M. W. Jayaweera Pre requisites : CE 208 - FUNDAMENTALS OF ENVIRONMENTAL ENGINEERING Course Objective : To give the student an introduction to environmental issues related to development and their management Learning Outcome : Student will know the currently available tools for environmental management in Sri Lanka and internationally, and be able to do a simple walk through environmental audit of an organization. Course Outline Environmental legislation: Introduction to legislations and trade policies – Environmental protection licence for industries, EIA regulations, environmental quality standards Environmental impact assessment: Environmental impacts of projects, the EIA process in Sri Lanka, steps in EIA, methodologies for EIA Ecological modelling: Principles of ecological modelling, modelling methodologies and techniques Environmental auditing, Waste minimization and ISO 14000: Waste assessment, pollution prevention goals, measurement techniques and data requirements, baseline development, data collection, analysis and progress assessment, Introduction to ISO 14000-Standards for environmental management Introduction to environmental risk assessment Perspectives on risk, perception of risk, risk assessment, hazard identification and doseresponse assessment, human exposure and risk characterisation, comparative risk analysis Regional and global environmental issues Global warming, stratospheric ozone depletion, acid rain, depletion of natural resources, waste burden, soil and ground water contamination (Assignments) Coursework on EIA (Scoping session and TOR preperation) Assignment on Cleaner Production Assignment on Environmental Risk Assessment Method of Assessment: Final examination 60% and Continuous assessments 40% Text Book
:
None
Selected References: 1. Introduction to Environmental Engineering and Science – G. M. Masters, 1998. 2. National Environmental ACT 1980 and Amendments in 1988 and 200.
3. Risk Assessment Guidance for Superfund - Human Health Evaluation Manual, U. S. Environmental Protection Agency, U. S. A., 1999. 4. Principles of Ecological Modelling. S. Jogensen, 550 pp, 1992. 5. Guidelines for Drinking Water Quality, Second Edition, Volume 2, World Health Organization. 1995. 6. Environmental Science: Sustaining the earth, Third Edition, G. Tyler Miller. 465 pp. 1999.
CE429 – BRIDGE ENGINEERING Credit Rating: 3.0 Hours Per Week: Lectures – 2 Subject Coordinator : Dr. K. G. Baskaran Lecturers : Dr. K. G. Baskaran Pre requisites
:
Course Objectives
:
Learning Outcome
:
Second Semester Lab/Tutorials- 3
Level 4
CE 301 - ANALYSIS OF STRUCTURES CE 302 - BASIC STRUCTURAL DESIGN To familiarize with analysis techniques of bridge structures; to design bridges useful to Sri Lanka. Ability to analyse and design bridges in masonry, steel and pre stressed structural concrete.
Course Outline Classification of bridges; Bridge loading; Investigation for bridges; Analysis and design of prestressed concrete bridges; Analysis and design of steel bridges; composite bridges; Analysis of arches; Design of masonry arch bridge; Suspension bridges; Introduction to cable stayed and box girder bridges; Design of substructure and foundations; Maintenance of bridges; Construction techniques of bridges Method of Assessment: Final examination 60% and Continuous assessment 40%. Continuous assessment marks will be based on two quizes and one project. Selected References: 1. BS 5400: part 1: 1988: steel, concrete and composite bridges: part 1 – general statement. 2. BS 5400: part 2: 1978: steel, concrete and composite bridges: part 2 – specification for loads. 3. BS 5400: part 3: 1982: steel, concrete and composite bridges: code of practice for design of steel bridges. 4. BS 5400: part 7: 1978: steel, concrete and composite bridges: part 7 – specification for materials and workmanship, concrete, reinforcement and prestressing tendons. 5. Bridges design for economy and durability: concepts for new, strengthened and replacement bridges / Pritchard, Brian / 624.21/. 8 P7. 6. BS 5400: part 4: 1990: steel, concrete and composite bridges part 4 – code of practice for design of concrete bridges. 7. Bridges: aesthetics and design / Leonhordt, Fritz / 725.95:624.21 L4. 8. Bridges / Beckett, Derrick / 624.21 B4. 9. The theory of suspension bridges / Pugley, Sir Alfred / 624.5 P8. 10. Essentials of bridge engineering. / Victor, D. Johnson / 624.21 / .8 V5 11. Bridge engineering: design, rehabilitation, and maintenance of modern highway bridges / Tonias, Demetrios E. /624.21 / .8 T6. 12. Bridge engineering / Waddell, J. A. L. / 624.21 W3. 13. The Manual of bridge engineering / 624.2 /. 8(035) M3. 14. Bridge loads: an international perspective / O’Connor, Colin and Shaw, Peter A. / 624.21 O3.
CE430 – ADVANCED STRUCTURAL ANALYSIS AND DESIGN Credit Rating: 3.0 Second Semester Level 4 Hours Per Week: Lectures – 2 Lab/Tutorials- 3 Subject Coordinator : Prof. S. R. De S. Chandrakeerthy Lecturers : Prof. S. R. De S. Chandrakeerthy Pre requisites : CE 301 - ANALYSIS OF STRUCTURES CE 302 - BASIC STRUCTURAL DESIGN Course Objectives : To demonstrate the link between advanced methods of analysis and practical designs; To provide opportunity for a professional design exercise Learning Outcome
:
Ability to analyse and design complete complex structures.
Course Outline Plastic analysis; Design of steel portal frames Yield line analysis; design of irregular slabs in reinforced concrete Theory of shells; design of Intze type water tanks Beams on elastic foundations; design of flexible foundations and laterally loaded piles Deep beams and shear walls; applications in tall buildings (Assignments) Design course-works: Choice of one of the following Steel Portal frame Intze type water tank Masonry multi-storey building Method of Assessment :
Final Examination 60% and Continuous Assessment 40%
Text Books
Manning, G.P., Concrete Reservoirs and Towers Manning, G.P., Concrete Towers, Bunkers, Soils and Other Elisete Structures Johensen, K.W.,Yield – line Theory Mills,G.M., K.W.,The Yield – line Theory: A Programmed Text Vazirani,V.N., Chandola, S.P., Civil Engineering Handbook, Vol. II Flugge,W., Structures in Shells Billington,D.P.,Thin shell Concrete Structures Gibson, J.E. , Thin Shells – Computing and Theory
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Selected References
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Barton,J.A.,Reinforced Concrete Detailing Reynolds, C.E.,S Steedman, J.C., Reinforced Concrete Designing Handbook Boughton, B., Reinforced Concrete Detail’s Manual Chudley,R., Construction Technology
CE431 – IRRIGATION ENGINEERING Credit Rating: 3.0 Second Semester Level 4 Hours per Week: Lectures – 3 Lab/Tutorials – None Subject Coordinator : Prof. N. T. S. Wijesekera Lecturers : Prof. N. T. S. Wijesekera Pre requisites : CE 303 - HYDRAULIC ENGINEERING Course Objectives
:
Learning Outcome
:
To provide training in Irrigation Engineering and its practice in Sri Lanka Competence in Irrigation Engineering and its applications in practice.
Course Outline Irrigation Principles Soil-plant-water relationships, Infiltration- introduction to measurements Evaluation of Irrigation Requirements Crop evapo-transpiration, Crop growth stages, Effective rainfall, Efficiency concepts in water use, field irrigation requirements Irrigation Practices Common irrigation practices, Hydraulic relationships in surface flow, wetting patterns Planning and Design of Irrigation Systems Availability of land and water resources, Design of irrigation structures Irrigation System Management Reservoir operation and management options, Design floods and flood protection studies, Watershed management, Soil conservation and role of forests Irrigation in Sri Lanka Types of irrigation systems, Design and rehabilitation of irrigation systems Irrigation Water Management Distribution of irrigation water, Preparation of schedules, water management design guidelines Feasibility Analysis Financial, Economic and Environmental Feasibility of Irrigation Projects Method of Assessment :
Final examination 70% Continuous assessment 30%. The Continuous assessments will be based on a Design Course work.
Text Book
:
To be informed during course
Selected References
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To be informed during course
CE432 – COASTAL AND PORT ENGINEERING Credit Rating: 3.0 Second Semester Level 4 Hours per Week: Lectures – 3 Lab/Tutorials – None Subject Coordinator : Prof. S. S. L. Hettiarachchi Lecturers : Prof. S. S. L. Hettiarachchi Dr. S. P. Samarawickrama Pre requisites : CE 303 - HYDRAULIC ENGINEERING Course Objectives : To provide academic training in Coastal and Port Engineering and Coastal Zone Management. Learning Outcome : Competence in Coastal and Port Engineering and its applications in practice. Course Outline Coastal Zone Management in Sri Lanka Development of CZM, Management of environmental problems, Environmental impact assessment for development projects, Impacts of sea level rise. Coastal Environment Introduction to coastal environment, Tides, Wave generation by wind, Random waves, Probabilistic description of ocean waves, Wave propagation and forecasting, Wave measurements Coastal Hydraulics Deterministic wave theories, Small amplitude wave theory and its applications, Nearshore processes Estuary Hydraulics Introduction to estuary environment, Propagation of long waves in estuaries, Salt-water intrusion, Estuary pollution, Movement of sediment in estuaries Coastal Processes and Coastal Protection Sediment Transport, Beaches, Coastal Erosion, Coast Protection Systems, Case Histories Port and Harbour Engineering Issues relating to the planning and design of Fishery and Commercial Harbours Coastal and Harbour Structures Classification, Wave-structure interaction, Rubble mound breakwaters, Wave action on cylindrical piles. Method of Assessment: Final examination 70% and Continuous assessment 30%. The Continuous assessment will be based on a Design Course work. Text Books
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Port Engineering by Per Bruun Coastal Hydraulic by Muir Wood and Fleming
Selected References :
Shore Protection Manual
CE433 – PROJECT MANAGEMENT Credit Rating: 3.0 Second Semester Level 4 Hours Per Week: Lectures – 2.5 Lab/Tutorials- 3/2 Subject Coordinator : Prof. A.K.W. Jayawardana Lecturers : Dr. N.D. Gunawardena Prof. A.K.W. Jayawardana Pre requisites : CE 305 - CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT Course Objective
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Learning Outcome
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1. To make the students aware of various project management models. 2. To provide necessary exposure in the application of project management knowledge areas. 1. To develop skills in using project management At the end of the To acquire essential skills and knowledge for project management knowledge areas, skills, tools, and techniques to project activities in order to meet or exceed stakeholder needs and expectations from a project.
Course Outline Definition of project management and project initiation Organising projects Project Cost Management Project planning Building and leading the team Project monitoring and control Building and leading the Team Managing quality Project risk management Procurement management Communication Management Project review and closure
CE435 – TRANSPORT ENGINEERING AND PLANNING Credit Rating: 3.0 Second Semester Level 4 Hours Per Week: Lectures – 2.5 Lab/Tutorials- 3/2 Subject Coordinator : Prof. J. M. S. J. Bandara Lecturers : Prof. Amal S. Kumarage Pre requisites : CE 209 - FUNDAMENTALS OF TRANSPORTATION ENGINEERING Course Objective : To provide knowledge of the fundamental practices in transport engineering and planning applications. Course Outline: Chapter 1: Planning and the Transport Function Land use and transport issues in transport provision including energy, pollution, safety, sustainability, vehicle ownership. Social issues-poor, investment etc. Chapter 2: Transport & Traffic Surveys Types of surveys; equipment, sampling methods; Speed Surveys: Spot Speeds, Registration Number Plate method; Flow Surveys: MCC, ATC, Traffic Analyzers, Autoscope, Moving Car Observer Method; OD Surveys: Roadside Interviews; Household Surveys: Public Transport Surveys: Boarding-alighting surveys, load surveys. Chapter 3: Traffic Assignment Review of flow models: Network characteristics, nodes, links, paths, GIS; Inter Zonal flows and linkflows; Route choice behaviour; Minimum path algorithms; All-or nothing traffic assignment; Capacity restrained assignment; Public Transit Assignment; TransPlan Computer Programme. Chapter 4: Traffic Management and Control Traffic signs and markings, Traffic Calming, Parking, One way & reversible lanes, bus lanes. Chapter 5: Public Transport Scheduling Demand Patterns; Scheduling through optimisation, Fleet calculation, time tabling, route planning. Chapter 6: Transport Project Evaluation Transport Supply Costs, Infrastructure Costs, Rolling Stock Costs, Maintenance & operational costs, life cycle costs; Transport benefits; vehicle operating costs, travel time savings, accident reductions, regional development; Methods of Evaluation; Benefit-Cost analysis; Multi criterion ranking. Chapter 7: Non-motorised and Rural Transport Systems Modes and functions, pedestrian capacity, safety, infrastructure for non-motorised and rural transport subsidies for rural transport. Method of Examination:
Final Examination – 60% Continuous Assessment – 40% Classroom Discussion on chapter 1 - 5% Field Work Assignment on Chapter 2 – 10% TransPlan Traffic Assignment on Chapter 3 – 10% Traffic Management Field Work & Report on Chapter 4 – 5%
In class quiz on Public Transport Scheduling on Chapter 5 – 5% Take home assignment on Chapter 6 – 5% (Assignments) 1. Design, Execution of Field Survey of (a) Spot Speed and/or Space Mean Speed; (b) Parking Survey (c) Manual Classified Count: (d) Bus Count or Bus Passenger OD Survey or Bus Boarding and Alighting Survey (2 days) 2. Analysis of above data and presentation (1 day) 3. Traffic Demand Estimation and Assignment Using TransPlan Computer Package (2 days) 4. Field Survey and Proposal for Traffic Management Plan for small town or local areas (2 days) CE436 – HIGHWAY CONSTRUCTION AND MAINTENANCE Credit Rating: 3.0 Second Semester Level 4 Hours Per Week: Lectures – 2.5 Lab/Tutorials- 3/2 Subject Coordinator : Dr. M. A. W. Kumara Lecturers : Dr. M. A. W. Kumara Pre requisites : CE 209-FUNDAMENTALS OF TRANSPORTATION ENGINEERING Course Objective : To provide a sound knowledge of the material and techniques in highway construction, rehabilitation and maintenance Learning Outcome : The students will be able exercise independent judgement on the quality of materials and workmanship in highway construction and maintenance. Course Outline Construction material: Properties of soils, aggregate and bitumen used in highway construction, Standard specifications and test methods for road construction materials, quality control and acceptance criteria. Construction methods: Preparation of sub-grade, embankments, earthwork in cutting and filling, grade and level control, compaction, sub-base, use of natural materials, soil stabilization, bases, aggregate and bitumen bound base types, surfacing, asphalt concrete, surface dressing, rigid pavement construction, test for quality assurance of construction, low cost construction methods, use of appropriate technology and locally available marginal materials, construction of drainage structure, site management, safety at road works, cost control and cost record. Highway Maintenance: Periodic and routing maintenance of roads, failure identification and remedial measures, rehabilitation methods, asphalt concrete overlays. Single and multiple surface dressing for periodic maintenance, sand seals, cape seals and slurry seals, pot hole repair and sealing cracks, maintenance of structures. Road Asset Management: Introduction to pavement management systems. Construction Equipment: Types of compactors, graders, dozer/tractors, loaders, pavers, aggregate production plant and equipment, standards for inspection of construction plant. Method of Assessment : Final examination 70% and Continuous assessments 30%. The continuous assessment marks will be based on three lab assignments and one field assignment as follows.
Assignment Marks Allocation Start Submission Penetration Test/ Ductility Test 7% Week 3-12 Week 5-14 Highway Construction Methods (Term 7% Week 3-12 Week 5-14 Paper) AIV test for Aggregates 7% Week 3-12 Week 5-14 Failure Investigation of Pavement 9% Week 3-12 Week 5-14 At least 40% of the marks allocated for the continuous assessment should be obtained in order to be eligible to sit the final exam. Selected References : 1. Basic Asphalt Emulsion Manual – Asphalt Emulsion Manufacture Association. 2. ASTM Vol. 4.03 Road and Pavement Materials – Pavement Management Technologies. 3. Mix Design of Hot Mix asphalt concrete – M. S 2 Series – The Asphalt Institute. 4. Soil Mechanics for Road Engineers – TRRL. 5. Construction Planning, Equipment and Methods – R. L. Peuritoy Magraw Hills. 6. Traffic and Highway Engineering, Nicholas J. Garber and Lester A. Hoel. CE437 – ENVIRONMENTAL POLLUTION CONTROL Credit Rating: 3.0 Second Semester Level 4 Hours Per Week: Lectures – 2.5 Lab/Tutorials- 3/2 Subject Coordinator : Dr. M. W. Jayaweera Lecturers : Dr. M. W. Jayaweera Dr. J. M. A Manathunga Pre requisites : CE 208- FUNDAMENTALS OF ENVIRONMENTAL ENGINEERING Course Objective
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Learning Outcome
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To give an introduction on pollution control methods in each Environmental sector The students will be able to apply some pollution control methods in different practical cases.
Course Outline Water pollution control Sources, indicators, regulations, impacts, control technologies and treatment process Air pollution control Sources, indicators, regulations, impacts on health, monitoring and treatment process Noise control Sources, indicators, regulations, impacts on health, measurements, techniques of control Solid and hazardous waste management Solid waste: Refuse composition, storage, collection and transport, processing techniques such as: incineration, composting and land-fills. Hazardous waste: Classification, regulations, impacts, treatment techniques and its ultimate disposal.
(Laboratory Assignments/Assignments) DOSAG – computer practical Tests on a water body (either surface water or ground water). Tests to include potential chemical, physical and microbiological parameters Assignment on studies of pollution in Sri Lanka with data collection Measurement of noise levels at a selected source and proposals for compliance with the standards of Sri Lanka Assignment on solid waste management Method of Assessment :
Final examination 70% and Continuous assessment 30%
Text Books
None
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Selected References : 1. Noise control, Principles and Practice, Bruel and Kjaer 156 pp. 2. Introduction to Environmental Studies, Turk Jonathan, 392 pp. 3. Storage of Hazardous Materials: A Technical Guide for Safe Wave Housing of Hazardous Material, UNEP/IEO, 80 pp.
CE438 – WATER AND WASTEWATER TREATMENT Credit Rating: 3.0 Second Semester Level 4 Hours Per Week: Lectures – 2.5 Lab/Tutorials- 3/2 Subject Coordinator : Dr. J. M. A Manathunga Lecturers : Prof. (Mrs.) N. Ratnayake Dr. J. M. A Manathunga Pre requisites : CE 208- FUNDAMENTALS OF ENVIRONMENTAL ENGINEERING CE 310 - ENVIRONMENTAL ENGINEERING DESIGN Course Objective : Impart principles of water and wastewater treatment and design. Learning Outcome : A good understanding of the principles of water and wastewater treatment and ability to do the process design and capacity calculations. Course Outline Water treatment design Design of conventional treatment processes – aeration, coagulation, flocculation, sedimentation, clarification, filtration, floatation, disinfection Wastewater treatment design Preliminary treatment – screening, grit removal, odour control, flow equalization; primary treatment; Biological processes – attached growth and suspended growth processes, anaerobic processes and sludge treatment; land based and on-site treatment facilities. Advanced Treatment Technology Suspended solids removal – granular media filtration, filtration & chlorination for virus removal, carbon adsorption; nutrient removal – biological and chemical phosphorous removal, biological nitrification, denitrification and ammonia stripping; Reduction of dissolved salts – distillation, reverse osmosis and electro dialysis (Laboratory Assignments/ Assignments) Jar test and chlorination Water treatment design assignment Treatability study and solids determination Wastewater treatment design assignment Field visits Method of Assessment: Final Examination 60% and Continuous Assessment 40% Text Book: 1. Water & Wastewater Technology, by Mark J. Hammer and Mark J. Hammer (Jr), 3rd edition or latest. Selected References : 1. Water Quality and Treatment, by AWWA 4th edition Technical Editor – Frederick W. Pontius 2. Wastewater Engineering – Treatment, Disposal, Reuse, by Metcalf and Eddy, 3rd edition or latest.
3. Water Treatment Principles and Design, by James M. Montgomery, latest edition. 4. Design of Municipal Wastewater Treatment Plants, by Water environment federation and ASCE – Vol. 1 and 2. 5. Water Supply and Pollution Control, by Veisman and Hammer 5th edition or latest. 6. Wastewater Treatment Plants – Planning, Design and Operation, by Quasim R. Syed. Latest edition. 7. Wastewater Treatment for Pollution Control, SJ. Arceivala, latest edition. 8. Water Supply and Sewerage, by Terence Mc ghee – 6th edition or latest.
CE439 – ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT ASSESSMENT Credit Rating: 3.0 Second Semester Level 4 Hours Per Week: Lectures – 2 Lab/Tutorials- 3 Subject Coordinator : Prof. (Mrs.) N. Ratnayaka Lecturers : Prof. (Mrs.) N. Ratnayaka Dr. M. W. Jayaweera Pre requisites : CE 208- FUNDAMENTALS OF ENVIRONMENTAL ENGINEERING Course Objective : To expose the engineering students to the environmental issues related to development activities and the conducting of Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) studies Learning Outcome : Students will be able to work in an EIA team, and know how to prepare EIA Terms of Reference (TOR) and conduct an EIA for a Civil Engineering Project. Course Outline Development and environment Environmental issues related to development projects, pollution aspects The EIA process EIA regulations, the EIA process in Sri Lanka, Project EIA and strategic EIA – EIA as a planning and management tool. Incorporation of remedial measures into project documentation. Conducting EIA Terms of reference preparation, Baseline studies, Impact identification and quantification, EIA techniques and methodologies, Evaluation of alternatives Impact mitigation Introduction to environmental cost-benefit analysis Concept of valuation of environmental costs, Discounting rates, Internalisation of environmental costs (Assignments) Mock scoping session and preparation of TOR Case studies in EIA, presentations Method of Assessment
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Examination 60% and Coursework 40%
Text Book
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None
Selected References: 1. Environmental impacts of international civil engineering projects and practices - Ed. C. G. Ginnerson and J. M. Kalbermatten. 2. Environmental Impact Assessment / Canter, Larry W., 1996.
3. Handbook of Variables for Environmental Impact Assessment.
CE440 – RURAL WATER SUPPLY AND SANITATION Credit Rating: 3.0 Second Semester Level 4 Hours Per Week: Lectures – 2.5 Lab/Tutorials- 3/2 Subject Coordinator : Dr. J. M. A Manathunga Lecturers : Prof. (Mrs.) N. Ratnayake Dr. J. M. A Manathunga Pre requisites : CE 208–FUNDAMENTALS OF ENVIRONMENTAL ENGINEERING Course Objective : To prepare students to deal with infrastructure needs of the rural sector in relation to water supply and sanitation. Learning Outcome : Ability to understand and appreciate the differences in dealing with rural area requirements from that of the urban area requirements in relation to Water Supply and Sanitation. Course Outline Water related diseases Principles of epidemiology Environmental engineer’s role in disease control Rural water supply Sources Treatment Quality monitoring Distribution Waste treatment and disposal Refuse collection and disposal Recycling and reuse (Assignments) Assignments and tutorials Method of Assessment: Final examination 70% and Continuous assessment 30% Text Book: 1. Water, Wastes and Health in Hot Climates, by Richard Feachem, Michael Mc Garry and Duncan Mara, latest edition. Selected References: 1. Small Water Supplies and Small Excreta Disposal Systems, Richard Feachem and Sandy Cairncross, latest edition. 2. Low Cost Urban Sanitation, by Duncan Mara, latest edition. 3. Water Supply, Waste Disposal and Environmental Engineering, by Chatterjee, 7th edition 2001. 4. Wastewater Treatment for Pollution Control, SJ. Arceivala, latest edition. 5. Water Supply and Pollution Control, by Veisman and Hammer, 5th edition or latest. 6. Water Supply and Sewerage, by Terence Mc Ghee, 6th edition or latest.
CE441 – EARTH AND ROCKFILL DAMS Credit Rating: 3.0 Hours per Week: Lectures – 3 Subject Coordinator Lecturers Pre requisites Course Objective Learning Outcome
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Second Semester Level 4 Lab/Tutorials- None
Dr. S. A. S. Kulathilaka Dr. S. A. S. Kulathilaka CE 304 - GEOTECHNICAL ENGINEERING To teach the design and construction of earth and rock fill dams Knowledge about the stability of dams and ability to design/analyse dam sections; knowledge about quality control and construction processes.
Course Outline: Types of earth and rock fill dams and cross sections Selection of materials for dam construction Geotechnical investigations for earth dams Seepage through dams Stability analysis for dams Environmental impact studies Foundation treatment and grouting methods Embankment construction and quality control Instrumentation of dams and dam maintenance (Assignments) A design coursework on seepage through dam A design coursework on stability of an earth dam Study of case histories of failed earth dams A case history of a Sri Lankan dam Method of Assessment :
Text Book
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Final examination 70% Continuous assessment 30%: Design classes 10% Mid term examination 20% Course notes
Selected References
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Earth and earth- rock dams - J. L. Sheravd, John Willey
CE442 – ENVIRONMENTAL GEOTECHNICS Credit Rating: 3.0 Second Semester Level 4 Hours Per Week: Lectures – 2 Lab/Tutorials- 3 Subject Coordinator : Dr. S. A. S. Kulathilaka Lecturers : Dr. S. A. S. Kulathilaka Dr. U. G. A. Puswewala Dr. H. S. Thilakasiri Pre requisites : CE 203 – SOIL MECHANICS AND GEOLOGY CE 304 - GEOTECHNICAL ENGINEERING Course Objective Learning Outcome
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To teach the concepts of environmental Geotechnics and designs Students should be able to design sanitary landfills and remediation of polluted sites.
Course Outline Contaminant transport through saturated and unsaturated soils Remedial measures for polluted sites Deep mixing techniques for isolating polluted sites Use of geosynthetics and geosynthetic clay lines Design of sanitary landfills Ground improvement methods for constructions on sanitary landfills (Assignments) Purification design Deep mixing design Design of a sanitary landfill Ground improvements for sanitary landfills Method of Assessment :
Final examination 70% Continuous assessments 30% Laboratory and design classes 10% Mid term examination 20%
Text Book
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Course notes
Selected References
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1. Environmental Geotechnics – Robert Sarsby, Thomas Telford 2. Environmental and Practice – Blackwell Science
CE443 – COMPUTER APPLICATIONS IN GEOTECHNICS Credit Rating: 3.0 Second Semester Level 4 Hours Per Week: Lectures – 2 Lab/Tutorials- 3 Subject Coordinator : Dr. H. S. Thilakasiri Lecturers : Dr. H. S. Thilakasiri Dr. T. A. Peiris Dr. S.A.S. Kulathilaka Pre requisites : CE 304 - GEOTECHNICAL ENGINEERING Course Objective : To familiarize with computer based methods and applications in Geotechnical Engineering. Learning Outcome
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Students should be able to write their own programs and use appropriate commercially available packages in the analysis of slopes, seepage, retaining walls and foundations.
Course Outline Geotechnical instrumentation and monitoring Geotechnical databases Testing of piles - Pile Driving Analyzer Seepage analysis by finite element technique using computer software Slope analysis by finite element and limit equilibrium methods using computer software Retaining wall analysis by finite element and limit equilibrium methods using computer software Bearing capacity analysis with finite elements method. (Assignments) Seepage study Earth retaining system design Slope design Deformation analysis of foundations Method of Assessment : Text Book
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Final examination 50% Continuous assessments 25% Design classes 25% Course notes
Selected References
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Manuals of relevant computer packages.
CE446 – HEATING, VENTING, AIR CONDITIONING AND BUILDNG AUTOMATION Credit Rating: 3.0 Hours Per Week: Lectures – 2.5
Second Semester Level 4 Lab/Tutorials- 3/2
Subject Coordinator :
Prof M T R Jayasinghe
Lecturers
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Visiting Lecturers
Pre requisites
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None
Course Objective
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Introduce to HVAC systems and Building Management Systems
Learning Outcome
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Upon the completion of the course, the students should be able to: a. To provide students with the essential knowledge and practical aspects of heating, ventilation, air conditioning and refrigeration systems along with latest techniques of automated building management b. To introduce the standard practices of electrical installations
Course Outline a. Introduction to air conditioning systems, ventilation systems, space heating systems b. Building automation and Building Management Systems c. Commissioning, operation and maintenance d. Power distribution in building, tariffs, load factors and diversity e. Lightening protection and earthing f. Emergency services (Tutorials/courseworks) Introduction to HVAC design principles A review of electricity supply systems to buildings Introduction to BMS software systems
Method of Assessment
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40% - Continuous assessment 60% - Final examination
Text Book
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To be informed during course
Selected References :
To be informed during course
CE447 – DESIGN OF LARGE STRUCTURES Credit Rating: 3.0 Hours Per Week: Lectures – 2.5
Second Semester Level 4 Lab/Tutorials- 3/2
Subject Coordinator : Lecturers
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Pre-requisites: Level 3 – CE 301 Analysis of Structures and CE 302 Basic Structural Design Learning Objectives •
To improve the ability to design large structures such as tall buildings, transmission towers, dams and shell structures by using finite element software and associated design techniques.
To enhance the confidence to engage in such large projects. Outline Syllabus •
Techniques for the analysis and design of tall buildings (30 storey and above) with three dimensional finite element modeling and the methods to deal with the dynamic forces and effects.
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Techniques for analysis and design of large truss or frame structures such as transmission towers with advanced computer modeling
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The use of plane stress, plate bending, thin shell, thick shell and solid elements to model, analyze and design large structures such as domes, box culverts, elevated water tanks, ground water reservoirs, etc.
Practicals/Course works Design of a thirty storey office or apartment building Design of 30-35 m tall transmission towers Design of any other type large structures
CE448 – FACILITIES MANAGEMENT Credit Rating: 3.0 Hours Per Week: Lectures – 2
Second Semester Lab/Tutorials- 3
Level 4
Subject Coordinator :
Dr N D Gunawardane
Lecturers
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Dr N D Gunawardane, Prof M T R Jayasinghe, Visiting Lecturers
Pre requisites
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Building construction and materials, project planning
Course Objective
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Introduce to principles of facilities managment
Learning Outcome
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Upon the completion of the course, the students should be able to: a. Demonstrate understanding of the managerial and technical decision making processes involved in the management of complex building services projects, b. Understanding the objectives of property management and be able to apply them to different client demands including life cycle cost analysis c. Optimize the management of resources in the context of facilities management
Course Outline a. System analysis and design: analysis of client objectives and formation of strategic plans b. Human resource management: leadership, decision making, delegation, responsibility and motivation, management by objectives c. Quality management of standard building services projects, risk analysis, quality control, communication and feedback mechanisms d. Facilities management, concept of value, life cycle cost analysis, evaluation and costing in relation to functional requirements e. Maintenance management, executing, monitoring, planned preventive measures, breakdown maintenance, direct labour versus contract labour. (Tutorials/courseworks) Life cycle cost analysis of a building project A review of quality management standards for building services A case study on maintenance managment
Method of Assessment
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40% - Continuous assessment 60% - Final examination
Text Book
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To be informed during course
Selected References
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To be informed during course
CE449 – GROUND IMPROVEMENT AND SLOPE STABILIZATION Credit Rating: 3.0 Hours Per Week: Lectures – 2.5
Second Semester Level 4 Lab/Tutorials- 3/2
Subject Coordinator :
Dr. S.A.S. Kulathilaka
Lecturers
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Dr. S.A.S. Kulathilaka, Dr. H S Thilakasiri
Pre requisites
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CE 304 Geotechnical Engineering
Course Objective : To teach the Concepts, Design and Construction processes in recent developments in ; reinforced earth, anchored earth, soil nailing , Stabilization of slopes using these techniques and drainage, soft ground improvements and use of geosynthetics
Outline Syllabus: Lectures: • • • • • • • •
Reinforced Earth Concepts, Design and Construction; Anchored Earth Concepts, Design and Construction; Concepts of Soil nailing technique, design and Construction; Stabilization of slopes using these techniques and surface and subsurface drainagr
Improvement of soft clays by; Pre consolidation with loading, vacuum consolidation and electro osmosis; Improvement of soft clays by deep mixing; Formation of composite ground with stone columns; Use of geosynthtics in Civil Engineering Constructions.
Practicals/Assignments Design Course works on; Reinforced earth , Stabilization of a slope by soil nailing, Improvement of a soft clay for construction of a road embankment.
MN405 – TECHNOLOGY MANAGEMENT AND APPLICATIONS Credit Rating: 3 Hours Per Week: Lectures – 1.5 Subject Coordinator : Dr. Chandana Perera Lecturers : Dr. Chandana Perera Pre requisites Course Objective
Learning Outcome
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Second Semester Level 4 Lab/Tutorials- 4.5
None To help develop the student’s intellectual capacity to understand the role of contemporary engineer in knowledge driven economy. This is achieved through the introduction of concepts and principles of management of technology and their applications in an interactive learning environment Understanding of basic concepts and theories of management of technology. Appreciation of these MOT concepts and theories. Application of some of these MOT concepts and theories to modern organizations and economy.
Course Outline: Concepts of Technology Management Strategic management of technology Technology-strategy relationship Elements of technology strategy and formulation of a technology strategy Integration of technology strategy and business strategy for competitive success Technology, the environment and sustainable development Organizational Aspects of technology management Human dimension of technology and concepts of the entrepreneur and entrepreneur Organizational cultures and structures for promotion of creativity and innovation The learning organization The imperative of knowledge management Acquiring technology through technology transfer Motivations for acquiring technology through technology transfer Elements of technology transfer process Success and failure factors in technology transfer Acquiring technology through research and development The concepts of invention and innovation Definition and classifications of research and development New product development Challenges in commercializing research results National innovation systems for facilitating technology-based development Concepts of the national innovation system (NIS) and science and technology infrastructure
Comparison of NISs of developed, developing and first and second tier NIC countries State involvement and growth of science and technology parks in developed and developing countries (Assignments) 4 industry case studies, 2 plant/lab visit, A comprehensive assignment
MN406 – ORGANIZATIONAL BEHAVIOUR AND MANAGEMENT Credit Rating: 3 Hours Per Week: Lectures – 2.5 Subject Coordinator : Dr. P. Ramachandran Lecturers : Dr. P. Ramachandran
Second Semester Level 4 Lab/Tutorials- 1.5
Pre requisites Course Objective
: None : To provide the students with an adequate knowledge of the theoretical and empirical framework of organizational management required to perform efficiency as engineer/manager in the modern organization
Learning Outcome
: Understanding the basic concepts and theories of organizational management. Application of these concepts and theories to modern organizations.
Course Outline: Introduction to and foundation for organizational behaviour and management Basic human process and characteristics Group behaviour Power and leadership Communication and motivation Individual and organizational effectiveness Decision making and planning function; Organizing staffing, directing and controlling
