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Mechanical Engineering

Diploma Engineering · Semester 3

6 MonthsDuration 7Subjects 40Chapters OnlineTests & result
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Your roadmap · आपका रोडमैप

  1. 1
    Admission & first meetingप्रवेश और पहली मुलाकात

    Enquire at your nearest NDSS centre, meet the teacher, fix the batch time and get your study material.

  2. 2
    Semester 3 — subject classesसेमेस्टर 3 — विषयवार कक्षाएँ

    Every theory subject of the term, unit by unit, with notes, numericals and doubt classes.

    Strength of MaterialsBasic ThermodynamicsManufacturing ProcessesMaterial Science and MetallurgyMachine Drawing with CAD
  3. 3
    Labs, practicals & project workलैब, प्रैक्टिकल और प्रोजेक्ट

    Experiments / jobs / project work as in the syllabus, with practical file and viva preparation.

    Strength of Materials LabMechanical Workshop Practice
  4. 4
    Unit tests & mid-termयूनिट टेस्ट और मिड-टर्म

    A test after every unit and a mid-term in the university / board pattern.

  5. 5
    Semester 3 mock testमॉक टेस्ट

    A full mock test of all subjects before the exam, with analysis.

  6. 6
    Semester 3 exam (university / board)सेमेस्टर / वार्षिक परीक्षा

    Previous papers, important questions and full revision.

  7. 7
    Online tests & resultऑनलाइन टेस्ट और रिज़ल्ट

    Take the tests online; your marks and result show in your student login and at the centre.

Syllabus · पाठ्यक्रम

7 subjects · 40 chapters · 181 topics

Strength of Materials6 chapters · 6 Months Subject page →
01Simple Stresses and Strains 6 topics
  1. Types of loads, stress and strain
  2. Hooke's law and stress-strain diagram of mild steel
  3. Deformation of uniform and stepped bars
  4. Composite sections
  5. Thermal stresses
  6. Factor of safety
02Elastic Constants and Strain Energy 4 topics
  1. Poisson's ratio, volumetric strain
  2. E, G and K and their relations
  3. Strain energy and resilience
  4. Gradual, sudden and impact loads
03Shear Force and Bending Moment 4 topics
  1. Types of beams and loads
  2. SFD and BMD of cantilevers
  3. SFD and BMD of simply supported and overhanging beams
  4. Point of contraflexure
04Bending Stresses 4 topics
  1. Assumptions of simple bending
  2. Bending equation
  3. Section modulus of standard sections
  4. Stress distribution and moment of resistance
05Torsion of Shafts 5 topics
  1. Assumptions and torsion equation
  2. Polar moment of inertia
  3. Solid and hollow shafts
  4. Power transmitted by shafts
  5. Comparison of solid and hollow shafts
06Thin Cylinders and Spheres 4 topics
  1. Thin and thick shells
  2. Hoop and longitudinal stresses
  3. Thin spherical shells
  4. Design of thickness of shells
Basic Thermodynamics6 chapters · 6 Months Subject page →
01Fundamentals of Thermodynamics 5 topics
  1. System, surroundings and boundary
  2. Closed, open and isolated systems
  3. Intensive and extensive properties
  4. State, process, path and cycle
  5. Pressure, temperature and units
02Laws of Thermodynamics 5 topics
  1. Zeroth law and temperature measurement
  2. First law for cycles and processes
  3. Internal energy and enthalpy
  4. Second law: Kelvin-Planck and Clausius statements
  5. Heat engine, refrigerator, heat pump, Carnot cycle
03Ideal Gases and Gas Processes 5 topics
  1. Boyle's, Charles' and Gay-Lussac's laws
  2. Characteristic gas equation
  3. Specific heats and their relation
  4. Constant volume, constant pressure, isothermal, adiabatic and polytropic processes
  5. Work done and heat transfer
04Entropy 5 topics
  1. Concept of entropy
  2. Clausius inequality
  3. Entropy change for gas processes
  4. T-s diagram
  5. Principle of increase of entropy
05Properties of Steam 5 topics
  1. Formation of steam at constant pressure
  2. Wet, dry saturated and superheated steam
  3. Dryness fraction
  4. Use of steam tables and Mollier chart
  5. Calorimeters
06Air Standard Cycles 5 topics
  1. Assumptions of air standard cycles
  2. Carnot cycle
  3. Otto cycle
  4. Diesel cycle
  5. Comparison of cycles
Manufacturing Processes5 chapters · 6 Months Subject page →
01Foundry and Casting 5 topics
  1. Pattern materials, types and allowances
  2. Moulding sand: types and properties
  3. Mould making, cores, gating and risers
  4. Special casting: die, centrifugal, investment
  5. Casting defects
02Metal Forming 5 topics
  1. Hot and cold working
  2. Forging operations and equipment
  3. Rolling and rolling mills
  4. Extrusion and wire drawing
  5. Sheet metal operations
03Welding and Joining 5 topics
  1. Classification of welding
  2. Arc welding: equipment and electrodes
  3. Gas welding and flames
  4. Resistance, TIG and MIG welding
  5. Welding defects, soldering and brazing
04Lathe Machine 5 topics
  1. Parts and specification of lathe
  2. Work holding devices
  3. Operations: facing, turning, taper turning, threading
  4. Cutting speed, feed and depth of cut
  5. Single-point cutting tool
05Shaper, Drilling and Milling Machines 5 topics
  1. Shaper: quick return mechanism and operations
  2. Drilling machine and operations: drilling, reaming, boring, tapping
  3. Milling machine: types and cutters
  4. Up milling and down milling
  5. Indexing (introduction)
Material Science and Metallurgy6 chapters · 6 Months Subject page →
01Crystal Structure and Imperfections 5 topics
  1. Crystalline and amorphous solids
  2. Unit cell, SC, BCC, FCC and HCP
  3. Atoms per unit cell, coordination number, APF
  4. Allotropy of iron
  5. Point, line and surface defects
02Mechanical Properties and Testing 5 topics
  1. Strength, ductility, toughness, hardness, fatigue, creep
  2. Tensile test and stress-strain curve
  3. Hardness tests: Brinell, Rockwell, Vickers
  4. Impact tests: Izod and Charpy
  5. Non-destructive tests: dye penetrant, ultrasonic, magnetic particle
03Iron-Carbon Diagram 4 topics
  1. Phases: ferrite, austenite, cementite
  2. Eutectoid, eutectic and peritectic reactions
  3. Pearlite and ledeburite
  4. Hypo- and hyper-eutectoid steels
04Heat Treatment 4 topics
  1. Annealing and normalising
  2. Hardening and tempering
  3. Martensite and TTT diagram (introduction)
  4. Case hardening: carburising, nitriding, flame and induction hardening
05Ferrous Alloys 4 topics
  1. Classification of steels
  2. Cast irons: grey, white, malleable, SG iron
  3. Alloying elements and their effects
  4. Stainless, tool and high speed steels
06Non-Ferrous and Other Materials 4 topics
  1. Copper and its alloys: brass and bronze
  2. Aluminium and its alloys
  3. Bearing materials
  4. Plastics, ceramics and composites
Machine Drawing with CAD5 chapters · 6 Months Subject page →
01Drawing Conventions (SP 46) 4 topics
  1. First and third angle projection
  2. Conventional representation of materials and machine parts
  3. Sectional views
  4. Dimensioning practice
02Fasteners 4 topics
  1. Screw thread terms and forms
  2. Hexagonal and square bolts and nuts
  3. Locking devices
  4. Foundation bolts and studs
03Joints and Couplings 4 topics
  1. Riveted joints: lap and butt
  2. Keys and cotter joints
  3. Knuckle joint
  4. Flanged and muff couplings
04Limits, Fits and Tolerances 4 topics
  1. Terms: basic size, deviation, tolerance
  2. Hole basis and shaft basis systems
  3. Clearance, transition and interference fits
  4. Geometrical tolerances and surface finish symbols
05Assembly and Detail Drawings with CAD 5 topics
  1. CAD setup, layers and templates
  2. Detail drawings of parts
  3. Assembly of plummer block / screw jack / tail stock
  4. Bill of materials and title block
  5. Plotting
Strength of Materials Lab6 chapters · 6 Months Subject page →
01Tension Test on Mild Steel 6 topics
  1. Universal Testing Machine (UTM) parts and working
  2. Preparing and marking the specimen, gauge length
  3. Load-extension observations and stress-strain curve
  4. Limit of proportionality, yield point, ultimate and breaking stress
  5. Percentage elongation and percentage reduction in area
  6. Young's modulus from the straight portion of the graph
02Compression Test 4 topics
  1. Compression test on cast iron specimen
  2. Compression test on timber along and across grain
  3. Crushing strength of bricks / concrete cubes
  4. Types of failure of brittle and ductile materials in compression
03Hardness Tests 4 topics
  1. Brinell hardness test: ball, load and BHN formula
  2. Rockwell hardness test: B and C scales
  3. Vickers hardness test (introduction)
  4. Precautions and surface preparation
04Impact Tests 4 topics
  1. Izod impact test: specimen and notch
  2. Charpy impact test: specimen and notch
  3. Energy absorbed and impact strength
  4. Effect of notch and temperature on toughness
05Torsion Test 4 topics
  1. Torsion testing machine
  2. Torque - angle of twist graph
  3. Modulus of rigidity G = T L / (J theta)
  4. Shear stress at the surface of a shaft
06Deflection of Beams and Springs 4 topics
  1. Deflection of simply supported and cantilever beams
  2. Verification of Maxwell's reciprocal theorem
  3. Stiffness of a close-coiled helical spring
  4. Lab record, graphs and viva
Mechanical Workshop Practice6 chapters · 6 Months Subject page →
01Workshop Safety and Measuring Tools 4 topics
  1. General workshop safety rules
  2. Vernier caliper, micrometer and height gauge
  3. Marking tools and surface plate
  4. Personal protective equipment
02Lathe Operations 6 topics
  1. Parts of a centre lathe
  2. Facing, plain and step turning
  3. Taper turning by compound rest
  4. Chamfering, knurling and grooving
  5. External thread cutting
  6. Cutting speed, feed and depth of cut
03Shaper Operations 4 topics
  1. Parts of a shaper and quick return mechanism
  2. Machining a flat surface
  3. Machining a step and a V-block
  4. Cutting a key way / slot
04Drilling Operations 4 topics
  1. Types of drilling machines
  2. Drilling, reaming, counter boring and countersinking
  3. Tapping internal threads
  4. Drill angles and tool holding
05Welding Shop 4 topics
  1. Arc welding equipment and electrodes
  2. Butt, lap and T joints by arc welding
  3. Oxy-acetylene gas welding and types of flames
  4. Welding defects and safety
06Foundry Shop 4 topics
  1. Pattern materials and allowances
  2. Moulding sand and its properties
  3. Preparing a green sand mould with cores
  4. Melting, pouring and casting defects

About this course

You will be able to

  • Complete Strength of Materials syllabus with regular tests
  • Complete Basic Thermodynamics syllabus with regular tests
  • Complete Manufacturing Processes syllabus with regular tests
  • Complete Material Science and Metallurgy syllabus with regular tests
  • Complete Machine Drawing with CAD syllabus with regular tests
  • Complete Strength of Materials Lab syllabus with regular tests
  • Complete Mechanical Workshop Practice syllabus with regular tests

Who it is for

  • Diploma Mechanical Engineering students of Semester 3 (BTEUP)
  • Students preparing for machine design and JE mechanical exams

What you need

  • Applied Mechanics and Mathematics of Semester 1 / 2
Online tests & result Practice and unit tests online; marks and result show in your student login and at the centre. Student login →

Questions

Which syllabus does this Strength of Materials course follow?

It follows the BTEUP diploma syllabus (Mechanical Engineering - Semester 3). If your polytechnic or university syllabus differs, the centre follows your own syllabus and unit order.

Will this help in the semester exam?

Yes. Each unit is taught with board-pattern questions, numericals where needed, and revision tests before the end-semester exam.

Are notes and tests provided?

Yes. Unit-wise short notes, an MCQ question bank and a final test paper are provided.

Which syllabus does this Basic Thermodynamics course follow?

It follows the BTEUP diploma syllabus (Mechanical Engineering - Semester 3). If your polytechnic or university syllabus differs, the centre follows your own syllabus and unit order.

Which syllabus does this Manufacturing Processes course follow?

It follows the BTEUP diploma syllabus (Mechanical Engineering - Semester 3). If your polytechnic or university syllabus differs, the centre follows your own syllabus and unit order.

Which syllabus does this Material Science and Metallurgy course follow?

It follows the BTEUP diploma syllabus (Mechanical Engineering - Semester 3). If your polytechnic or university syllabus differs, the centre follows your own syllabus and unit order.

Which syllabus does this Machine Drawing with CAD course follow?

It follows the BTEUP diploma syllabus (Mechanical Engineering - Semester 3). If your polytechnic or university syllabus differs, the centre follows your own syllabus and unit order.

How is the practical work assessed?

The trainer watches each experiment / milestone and marks it on a rubric, followed by viva questions, as in the board practical exam.

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