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Diploma Engineering · Semester 5

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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 5 — subject classesसेमेस्टर 5 — विषयवार कक्षाएँ

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

    Design of RCC StructuresIrrigation EngineeringRailway, Bridge and Tunnel EngineeringEstimating and CostingWaste Water EngineeringConstruction Management
  3. 3
    Labs, practicals & project workलैब, प्रैक्टिकल और प्रोजेक्ट

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

    Estimating and Costing LabSummer Internship
  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 5 mock testमॉक टेस्ट

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

  6. 6
    Semester 5 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

8 subjects · 46 chapters · 196 topics

Design of RCC Structures6 chapters · 6 Months Subject page →
01Introduction and Limit State Method 4 topics
  1. Working stress versus limit state method
  2. Characteristic strength and characteristic load
  3. Partial safety factors for materials and loads
  4. Stress block parameters and assumptions
02Singly Reinforced Rectangular Beams 5 topics
  1. Depth of neutral axis and xu,max / d
  2. Balanced, under- and over-reinforced sections
  3. Moment of resistance and Mu,lim
  4. Design of a simply supported beam
  5. Minimum and maximum reinforcement
03Doubly Reinforced and Flanged Beams, Shear and Bond 4 topics
  1. Need for doubly reinforced beams
  2. T and L beams: effective flange width
  3. Shear strength and design of stirrups
  4. Development length and anchorage
04Slabs 5 topics
  1. One-way and two-way slabs
  2. Design of one-way simply supported slab
  3. Two-way slabs using IS 456 coefficients
  4. Cantilever slab and chajja
  5. Deflection control by span / depth ratio
05Columns and Footings 4 topics
  1. Short and long columns, effective length
  2. Minimum eccentricity
  3. Design of axially loaded short columns, ties
  4. Design of isolated square footing
06Staircases 4 topics
  1. Types of RCC staircases
  2. Loads and effective span
  3. Design of dog-legged staircase
  4. Reinforcement detailing
Irrigation Engineering6 chapters · 6 Months Subject page →
01Water Requirement of Crops 5 topics
  1. Need and types of irrigation
  2. Kharif and Rabi crops, crop seasons
  3. Duty, delta and base period
  4. Consumptive use and irrigation efficiencies
  5. Methods: flooding, furrow, sprinkler, drip
02Hydrology 4 topics
  1. Hydrological cycle
  2. Rain gauges and mean rainfall
  3. Runoff and factors affecting it
  4. Rational formula and flood estimation
03Canal Irrigation 5 topics
  1. Classification and alignment of canals
  2. Kennedy's silt theory
  3. Lacey's regime theory
  4. Canal sections and canal regulation works
  5. Canal outlets
04Dams and Reservoirs 4 topics
  1. Types of dams: gravity, earthen, arch
  2. Forces on a gravity dam
  3. Spillways and energy dissipation
  4. Reservoir capacity and sedimentation
05Diversion Headworks and Cross-Drainage Works 4 topics
  1. Weir and barrage, components of headworks
  2. Silt control works
  3. Aqueduct and syphon aqueduct
  4. Super passage, level crossing and inlets
06Water Logging, Lining and Watershed Management 4 topics
  1. Causes and effects of water logging
  2. Drainage of irrigated land
  3. Canal lining types and benefits
  4. Watershed management and rain water harvesting
Railway, Bridge and Tunnel Engineering6 chapters · 6 Months Subject page →
01Introduction to Railways and Gauges 5 topics
  1. Railway development in India
  2. Gauges: broad, metre, narrow
  3. Uni-gauge policy
  4. Coning of wheels and tilting of rails
  5. Alignment and formation
02Permanent Way Components 6 topics
  1. Rails: types, weight, length and wear
  2. Sleepers: wooden, steel, cast iron, concrete
  3. Sleeper density
  4. Ballast: functions and materials
  5. Fastenings and creep of rails
  6. Long welded rails
03Points, Crossings and Yards 4 topics
  1. Turnout and its components
  2. Crossings and crossing number
  3. Track junctions and diamond crossing
  4. Station yards and signalling basics
04Bridges: Site and Components 5 topics
  1. Classification of bridges
  2. Site selection and investigation
  3. Economic span
  4. Components: foundation, pier, abutment, superstructure
  5. Culverts and causeways
05Bridge Types, Bearings and Maintenance 4 topics
  1. Slab, girder, arch, truss, suspension and cable-stayed bridges
  2. Bearings and expansion joints
  3. Inspection and maintenance of bridges
  4. Load testing (introduction)
06Tunnel Engineering 5 topics
  1. Need and shapes of tunnels
  2. Tunnelling in hard rock: drill and blast
  3. Tunnelling in soft ground: shield and TBM
  4. Shafts and pilot tunnels
  5. Ventilation, lighting and drainage
Estimating and Costing6 chapters · 6 Months Subject page →
01Introduction and Types of Estimates 5 topics
  1. Purpose of estimating
  2. Approximate estimates: plinth area, cube rate, service unit
  3. Detailed, revised and supplementary estimates
  4. Contingencies and work-charged establishment
  5. Units of measurement and IS 1200
02Methods of Building Estimate 4 topics
  1. Long wall - short wall method
  2. Centre line method
  3. Measurement sheet and abstract of cost
  4. Deductions for openings
03Detailed Estimate of Building Items 5 topics
  1. Earthwork in excavation and filling
  2. PCC, brickwork and DPC
  3. RCC in slabs, beams, columns
  4. Plastering, flooring and painting
  5. Doors and windows
04Reinforcement and Bar Bending Schedule 3 topics
  1. Cutting length of bars, hooks and bends
  2. Bar bending schedule of beams and slabs
  3. Weight of steel bars (d^2/162)
05Rate Analysis 5 topics
  1. Purpose and factors
  2. Materials, labour, tools and plant
  3. Overheads and contractor's profit
  4. Analysis of PCC, brickwork and plaster
  5. Schedule of rates (PWD SOR / CPWD DSR)
06Specifications 4 topics
  1. Purpose and types of specifications
  2. General specifications of a building
  3. Detailed specifications of common items
  4. Writing a specification
Waste Water Engineering6 chapters · 6 Months Subject page →
01Introduction and Sewerage Systems 4 topics
  1. Terms: sewage, sullage, sewer, sewerage
  2. Separate, combined and partially separate systems
  3. Shapes of sewers
  4. Need for sanitation and Swachh Bharat
02Quantity of Sewage and Design of Sewers 5 topics
  1. Dry weather flow
  2. Storm water: rational formula
  3. Peak factor
  4. Self-cleansing and non-scouring velocities
  5. Design of sewers using Manning's formula
03Sewer Construction and Appurtenances 5 topics
  1. Sewer materials
  2. Laying and testing of sewers
  3. Manholes and drop manholes
  4. Inlets, catch basins and flushing tanks
  5. Ventilation of sewers
04Characteristics of Sewage 4 topics
  1. Physical characteristics
  2. Chemical: pH, solids, DO
  3. BOD and COD
  4. Biological characteristics and decomposition
05Sewage Treatment 5 topics
  1. Preliminary treatment: screens, grit chamber
  2. Primary sedimentation
  3. Activated sludge process
  4. Trickling filter and oxidation pond
  5. Sludge treatment and disposal
06Disposal and Building Sanitation 4 topics
  1. Disposal by dilution and on land
  2. Self-purification of streams
  3. Septic tank and soak pit
  4. Plumbing: traps, one-pipe and two-pipe systems
Construction Management6 chapters · 6 Months Subject page →
01Construction Organisation and Management 4 topics
  1. Construction industry and agencies
  2. Functions of management
  3. Types of organisation: line, staff, line and staff, functional
  4. Public works department organisation
02Construction Planning and Scheduling 5 topics
  1. Stages of planning
  2. Work breakdown
  3. Bar chart and its limitations
  4. Milestone chart
  5. Resource scheduling
03Network Techniques: CPM and PERT 5 topics
  1. Activities, events and network rules
  2. CPM: EST, EFT, LST, LFT, critical path
  3. Floats: total, free, independent
  4. PERT: three time estimates, expected time and variance
  5. Crashing (introduction)
04Site Organisation, Equipment and Materials 4 topics
  1. Site layout and temporary services
  2. Earth moving, concreting and hoisting equipment
  3. Selection and owning cost of equipment
  4. Materials management, store and ABC analysis
05Safety, Quality and Labour Laws 4 topics
  1. Causes of accidents and safety measures
  2. Personal protective equipment
  3. Quality control and inspection
  4. BOCW Act, Minimum Wages Act, Workmen's Compensation
06Contracts, Tenders and Accounts 5 topics
  1. Types of contracts: lump sum, item rate, percentage rate, EPC
  2. Tender notice, documents and procedure
  3. Earnest money and security deposit
  4. Measurement book, running bill and final bill
  5. Arbitration
Estimating and Costing Lab5 chapters · 6 Months Subject page →
01Spreadsheet Basics for Estimating 4 topics
  1. Excel formulas, cell references and formatting
  2. Measurement sheet template
  3. Abstract of cost template
  4. Printing estimates
02Estimate of a Single Room Building 4 topics
  1. Earthwork, PCC and brickwork in foundation
  2. Superstructure brickwork with deductions
  3. RCC slab and lintel
  4. Plaster, flooring and painting
03Estimate of a Two Room Building 3 topics
  1. Long wall - short wall and centre line methods
  2. Doors, windows and finishing items
  3. Abstract of cost with contingencies
04Rate Analysis Using Schedule of Rates 4 topics
  1. Materials and labour constants
  2. Analysis of PCC 1:4:8 and brickwork 1:6
  3. Analysis of plaster and RCC
  4. Use of UP PWD SOR and CPWD DSR
05Bar Bending Schedule and Software 3 topics
  1. BBS for beam, slab and column
  2. Steel abstract by diameter
  3. Estimating software / BOQ generation
Summer Internship5 chapters · 6 Months Subject page →
01Selection of Organisation and Joining 3 topics
  1. Types of training places: PWD, Jal Nigam, builders, consultants
  2. Writing an application and CV
  3. Joining letter and training schedule
02Training Diary 3 topics
  1. Daily diary format
  2. Recording activities, sketches and measurements
  3. Weekly signature by site supervisor
03Technical Observations 4 topics
  1. Construction activities observed
  2. Materials and field tests
  3. Reading drawings and BOQ
  4. Safety and quality practices
04Training Report 4 topics
  1. Report format: certificate, acknowledgement, contents
  2. Organisation profile and project details
  3. Technical chapters with photographs
  4. Learning outcomes and conclusion
05Presentation and Viva 3 topics
  1. Preparing slides
  2. Presenting in 10 minutes
  3. Common viva questions

About this course

You will be able to

  • Complete Design of RCC Structures syllabus with regular tests
  • Complete Irrigation Engineering syllabus with regular tests
  • Complete Railway, Bridge and Tunnel Engineering syllabus with regular tests
  • Complete Estimating and Costing syllabus with regular tests
  • Complete Waste Water Engineering syllabus with regular tests
  • Complete Construction Management syllabus with regular tests
  • Complete Estimating and Costing Lab syllabus with regular tests
  • Complete Summer Internship syllabus with regular tests

Who it is for

  • Diploma Civil Engineering students of Semester 5 (BTEUP)
  • Junior structural / site engineers who want IS 456 design basics

What you need

  • Mechanics of Materials and Theory of Structures
  • Copy of IS 456:2000 and SP 16 (provided for reference at the centre)
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 Design of RCC Structures course follow?

It follows the BTEUP diploma syllabus (Civil Engineering - Semester 5). 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 Irrigation Engineering course follow?

It follows the BTEUP diploma syllabus (Civil Engineering - Semester 5). If your polytechnic or university syllabus differs, the centre follows your own syllabus and unit order.

Which syllabus does this Railway, Bridge and Tunnel Engineering course follow?

It follows the BTEUP diploma syllabus (Civil Engineering - Semester 5). If your polytechnic or university syllabus differs, the centre follows your own syllabus and unit order.

Which syllabus does this Estimating and Costing course follow?

It follows the BTEUP diploma syllabus (Civil Engineering - Semester 5). If your polytechnic or university syllabus differs, the centre follows your own syllabus and unit order.

Which syllabus does this Waste Water Engineering course follow?

It follows the BTEUP diploma syllabus (Civil Engineering - Semester 5). If your polytechnic or university syllabus differs, the centre follows your own syllabus and unit order.

Which syllabus does this Construction Management course follow?

It follows the BTEUP diploma syllabus (Civil Engineering - Semester 5). If your polytechnic or university syllabus differs, the centre follows your own syllabus and unit order.

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