G. PULLA REDDY ENGINEERING COLLEGE (Autonomous): KURNOOL
Accredited by NBA of AICTE and NAAC of UGC
An ISO 9001:2008 Certified Institution
Affiliated to JNTUA, Anantapur
M.Tech Syllabus- Scheme 2013
(Structural Engineering)
Two Year M.Tech Programme (Scheme – 2013)
Scheme of Instruction and Examination
(Effective from 2013-14)
M.Tech I Semester STRUCTURAL ENGINEERING
S. No. / CourseCode / Course Title / Credits / Scheme of Instruction periods / week / Scheme of ExaminationL / T / P / End Exam Marks / Internal Assessment Marks / Total Marks
1 / BS 801 / Advanced Engineering
Mathematics / 3 / 3 / - / - / 70 / 30 / 100
2 / CE 801 / Theory of Elasticity / 3 / 3 / - / - / 70 / 30 / 100
3 / CE 802 / Advanced Structural Analysis / 3 / 3 / - / - / 70 / 30 / 100
4 / CE 803 / Theory and Analysis of Plates / 3 / 3 / - / - / 70 / 30 / 100
5 / Elective – I / 3 / 3 / - / - / 70 / 30 / 100
6 / CE 808 / Structural Engineering Lab / 2 / - / - / 3 / - / 100 / 100
7 / CE 816 / Seminar - I / 1 / - / - / - / - / 100 / 100
TOTAL
/ 18 / 15 / - / 3 / 350 / 350 / 700M.Tech II Semester STRUCTURAL ENGINEERING
S. No. / CourseCode / Course Title / Credits / Scheme of Instruction periods / week / Scheme of ExaminationL / T / P / End Exam Marks / Internal Assessment Marks / Total Marks
1 / CE 804 / Advanced Reinforced Concrete Design / 3 / 3 / - / - / 70 / 30 / 100
2 / CE 805 / Advanced Structural Steel
Design / 3 / 3 / - / - / 70 / 30 / 100
3 / CE 806 / Finite Element Methods / 3 / 3 / - / - / 70 / 30 / 100
4 / CE 807 / Structural Dynamics / 3 / 3 / - / - / 70 / 30 / 100
5 / Elective-II / 3 / 3 / - / - / 70 / 30 / 100
6 / CE 809 / Computing Techniques Lab / 2 / - / - / 3 / - / 100 / 100
7 / CE 817 / Seminar - II / 1 / - / - / - / - / 100 / 100
TOTAL
/ 18 / 15 / - / 3 / 350 / 350 / 700M.Tech III Semester STRUCTURAL ENGINEERING
S. No. / CourseCode / Course Title / Credits / Scheme of Instruction periods / week / Scheme of ExaminationL / T / P / End Exam Marks / Internal Assessment Marks / Total Marks
1 / CE 901 / Stability of Structures (SS) / 3 / 3 / - / - / 70 / 30 / 100
2 / Elective-III / 3 / 3 / - / - / 70 / 30 / 100
3 / Elective-IV / 3 / 3 / - / - / 70 / 30 / 100
4 / CE 908 / Dissertation Phase - 1 / 6 / - / - / 50 / 50 / 100
TOTAL
/ 15 / 9 / - / - / 260 / 140 / 400M.Tech IV Semester STRUCTURAL ENGINEERING
S. No. / CourseCode / Course Title / Credits / Scheme of Instruction periods / week / Scheme of ExaminationL / T / P / End Exam Marks / Internal Assessment Marks / Total Marks
1 / CE 909 / Dissertation Phase-2 / 12 / - / - / - / 50 / 50 / 100
List of Electives
Description / Course Title / Course CodeElective – I & II / Low Cost Housing Techniques (LCHT) / CE 810
Bridge Engineering (BE) / CE 811
Pre-fabricated Concrete Structures (PFCS) / CE 812
Experimental Stress Analysis (ESA) / CE 813
Construction Project Management (CPM) / CE 814
Earthquake Resistant Design of Structures (ERDS) / CE 815
Elective – III & IV / Structural Optimization (SO) / CE902
Advanced Concrete Technology (ACT) / CE903
Advanced Foundation Engineering (AFE) / CE904
Prestressed Concrete (PSC) / CE905
Theory and Applications of Cement Composites (TACC) / CE906
Analysis and Design of Shells and Folded Plates (ADSFP) / CE907
BS 801 : ADVANCED ENGINEERING MATHEMATICS (AEM)
(For M.Tech. - I Sem.)
Scheme : 2013
Internal Assessment : 30
End Exam : 70
End Exam Duration : 3 Hrs
Course Objectives :To make the students to understand partial differential equations and special functions. To make use of these equations not only in mathematics but also in solving engineering problems. The students gain the knowledge of Laplace Transforms and Fourier Transforms. Also students will be able to solve partial differential equation by various numerical methods. To make the students to understand the importance of complex variable and algebraic equations.
Course Outcomes :
1)Students are able to understand and apply partial differential equations in solving hydrodynamics and fluid mechanics problems.
2)Students shall apply numerical solutions in engineering, science and also in many branches of applied mathematics, e.g in fluid dynamics, boundary layer theory and heat transfer quantum mechanics.
3)Students are able to understand and apply Laplace Transforms and Fourier Transforms in many fields of learning such as mathematics, physical sciences and engineering.
Matrices and Linear System of Equations: Basic definitions and notations in matrix theory- Solutions of linear system-Direct methods - Gauss Jordan elimination method-Triangularisation method-Choleskey method-Jacobi iteration method-Gauss Siedel iteration method –Eigen value problem to determine Eigen values of symmetric tri-diagonal matrix.
Partial Differential Equations: Formation by elimination of arbitrary constants and arbitrary functions-Solutions of equations by the methods of separation of variables in case of simple boundary conditions pertaining to (i)One dimensional wave equation and (ii) Two dimensional wave equation satisfied by vibrating membrane.
Special Functions:Gamma and Beta functions Bessel function -Legendre polynomials- Recurrence relations for Jn(x) and Pn(X) - Orthogonality of legendre polynomials-Green’s theorem-Spline function.
Complex Variables and Laplace Transforms:Complex variables-Cauchy-Riemann equations-Laplace equation-Conformal transformations including Joukowski’s and Schwarz and Christoffel transformations
Laplace Transforms:Laplace transformation of impulse function (Dirac-Delta function) and its applications to differential equation.
Numerical Methods:Numerical solutions of partial differential equations-Laplace and Poisson equations by iteration method, heat equation by Schmidt method.
Fast Fourier Transforms:Theory and Applications.
Text Books :
- Dr.B.S. Grewal, “Higher Engineering Mathematics”, Khanna Publishers, New Delhi.
- N.P. Bali and M. Goyal, “Engineering Mathematics”, Laxmi Publishers, New Delhi.
Reference Books:
1. Erwin Kreyszig, “Advanced Engineering Mathematics”, Wiley Estern.
Note: The question paper shall consist of Eightquestions out of which the student shall answer any Five questions.
CE 801 : THEORY OF ELASTICITY (TE)
(For M.Tech. - I Sem.)
Scheme : 2013
Internal Assessment : 30
End Exam : 70
End Exam Duration : 3 Hrs
Course Objectives :Student shall learn about
(i)Plane stress and plane strain analysis
(ii)Analysis of Stress and strain in three dimensions
(iii) Torsion of Prismatic bars
Course Outcomes :After completion of this course, the student shall understand
(i) Two dimensional analysis of stress and strain
(ii) Three dimensional analysis of stress and strain
Introduction :Elasticity – Notation for forces and stresses – Components of stress – Components of strain – Hooke’s law.
Plane Stress and Plane Strain Analysis:Plane stress-plane strain-Differential equations of equilibrium – Boundary conditions – Compatibility equations – Stress function.
Two Dimensional Problems in Rectangular Coordinates :Solution by polynomials-Saint Venant’s principle – Determination of displacements – Bending of simple beams – Application of Fourier series for two dimensional problems – Gravity loading.
Two Dimensional Problems in Polar Coordinates :General Equation in polar co-ordinates – Stress distribution symmetrical about an axis – Pure bending of curved bars – Strain components in polar coordinates – Displacements for symmetrical stress distributions – Simple problems.
Analysis of Stress and Strain in Three Dimensions : Introduction – Principal stresses – Stress ellipsoid and stress-director surface – Determination of the principal stresses – Determination of the maximum shearing stress – Homogeneous deformation – Principal axes of strain – Rotation – Differential equations of equilibrium – Conditions of compatibility – Determination of displacements – Equations of equilibrium in terms of displacements.
Torsion of Prismatic Bars :Torsion of prismatic bars – Elliptical cross section – Other elementary solutions – Membrane analogy – Torsion of rectangular bars.
Text Books :
- Timoshenko, S & Goodier “Theory of Elasticity ”, Mc Graw Hill Book Company.
- Sadhu Singh “Theory of Elasticity and Plasticity” , Khanna Publishers.
Reference Books :
1.Papov “Advanced Strength of materials” , Mc Graw Hill Book Company.
2.Martin H. Sadd “Elasticity Theory, Applications and Numerics” Elsevier India Pvt. Ltd. Academic Press, New Delhi.
Note: The question paper shall consist of Eight questions out of which the student shall answer any Five questions.
CE 802 : ADVANCEDSTRUCTURAL ANALYSIS (ASA)
(For M.Tech. - I Sem.)
Scheme : 2013
Internal Assessment : 30
End Exam : 70
End Exam Duration : 3 Hrs
Course Objectives: Student shall learn analysis of continuous beam, portal frames, pin jointed structures by Flexibility and Stiffness matrix methods, formation of global Stiffness matrix from local Stiffness matrix and equation solving Techniques.
Course Outcomes :After completion of this course, the student shall understand
(i)Analysis of continuous beam by stiffness & flexibility matrix methods
(ii)Analysis of Rigid Jointed frames by Stiffness & flexibility matrix methods
(iii)Analysis of Pin Jointed Structures by Stiffness & Flexibility matrix methods
(iv)Formation global & element stiffness matrix, direct stiffness method
(v)Equation solution Techniques
Indeterminacy: Determination of static and kinematic indeterminacies of two - dimensional and three dimensional portal frames – Pin-jointed trusses and hybrid frames– Coordinate systems– Structural idealization.
Introduction to Matrix Methods of Analysis: Flexibility and stiffness matrices - Force displacement relationships for axial force, couple, torsional moments - Stiffness method of analysis and flexibility method of analysis.
Analysis of Continuous Beams: Stiffness method and flexibility method of analysis - Continuous beams of two and three spans with different end conditions .
Analysis of Two -Dimensional Pin Jointed Trusses: Stiffness and flexibility methods - Computation of joint displacement and member forces.
Analysis of Two- Dimensional Portal Frames:Stiffness and flexibility method of analysis of 2-D portal frames with different end conditions - Plotting of bending moment diagrams.
Transformation of Co-ordinates : Local and Global co-ordinate systems - Transformation of matrices from local to global coordinates of element stiffness matrix - Direct stiffness method of analysis - Assembly of global stiffness matrix from element stiffness matrices - Static condensation - Sub-structuring.
Equation Solution Techniques: Solution of system of linear algebraic equations - Direct inversion method - Gauss elimination method - Cholesky method - Banded equation solvers - Frontal solution technique.
Text Books :
- C.S.Reddy, “ Structural Analysis”, Tata Mc Graw Hill Book Company
- Pandit and Gupta, “ Structural Analysis”, Tata Mc Graw Hill Book Company.
Reference Books:
1.Coates, R.C., Couties,M.G., and Kong, F.K., “Structural Analysis”, ELBS.
2.Mc Guire,W and Gallagher,R.H., “Matrix Structural Analysis”, John Wiley and sons.
3.John L.Meek., “Matrix Structural Analysis”, Mc Graw Hill Book Company.
4. R.C.Hibbeler, “Structural Analysis”, Shroff Publishers.
5. C.K. Wang, “Intermediate Structural Analysis”, Standard Publications.
6. Madhu B. Kanchi, “Matrix Methods of Structural Analysis”, New Age International Publishers.
7.V.K. Manicka Selvam, “Elements of Matrix and Stability Analysis of Structures”,
Khanna Publishers
Note: The question paper shall consist of Eight questions out of which the student shall answer any Five questions.
CE 803 : THEORY AND ANALYSIS OF PLATES (TAP)
(For M.Tech. - I Sem.)
Scheme : 2013
Internal Assessment : 30
End Exam : 70
End Exam Duration : 3 Hrs
Course Objectives: Student shall learn about the analysis of Rectangular & Circular plates subjected to various loading conditions with different boundary conditions. Derive the governing differential equations for orthotropic plates and plates subjected for Simultaneous bending and Stretching.
Course Outcomes:After completion of this course, the student shall be able to
(i) Analyze Rectangular and circular plates subjected to various loading conditions
(ii) Derive the governing differential equations for Orthotropic plates and plates subjected to simultaneous bending and stretching.
(iii) Also understand the various Numerical and approximate methods for Analysis of plate problem.
Derivation of Plate Equations: For in plane bending and transverse bending effects.
Rectangular plates: Plates under various loading conditions like concentrated, U.D.L. and hydro static pressure - Navier and Levy’s type of solutions for various boundary conditions.
Circular Plates: Symmetrically loaded circular plates under various loading conditions, annular plates.
Plates under Simultaneous Bending and Stretching: Derivation of the governing equation and application to simple cases.
Orthotropic Plates: Derivation of the governing equation, applications to grillage problems as equivalent orthotropic plates.
Numerical and Approximate Methods: Energy solutions by variational methods and finitedifference of analysis for plate problems.
Text Books :
- Timoshenko, S. and Woinowsky, “Theory of Plates and Shells”, Mc Graw Hill Book Company.
Reference Books:
1.Szilard, R. “Theory and Analysis of Plates”, Prentice Hall Inc.
2.N.K.Bairagi, “Plate Analysis”, Khanna Publishers, Delhi.
Note: The question paper shall consist of Eight questions out of which the student shall answer any Five questions.
CE 808 : STRUCTURAL ENGINEERING LABORATORY (SEP)
(For M.Tech. - I Sem.)
Scheme : 2013
Internal Assessment : 50
End Exam : 50
End Exam Duration : 3 Hrs
1.Study of effect of water/cement ratio on workability and strength of concrete.
2.Study of effect of aggregate/cement ratio on strength of concrete.
3.Study of effect of fine aggregate/coarse aggregate ratio on strength and permeability of concrete.
4.Mix Design methods: (a) I.S. Code method (b)ACI Code method.
5.Study of stress-strain curve of concrete for different mixes and different ratesof loadings.
6.Study of Correlation between cube strength, cylinder strength, split tensile strength and modulus of rupture.
7.Study of stress-strain curve for high tensile steel.
8.Study of behavior of under reinforced and over-reinforced beam in flexure.
9.Study of behavior of steel beam under flexure.
10.Demonstration experiments on non-destructive testing of concrete.
CE 804 : ADVANCED REINFORCED CONCRETE DESIGN(ARCD)
(For M.Tech. - II Sem.)
Scheme : 2013
Internal Assessment : 30
End Exam : 70
End Exam Duration : 3 Hrs
Course Objectives: Student shall learn about the estimation of crack width, Redistribution of moments in Reinforced concrete beams, design of deep beams, ribbed (voided) slabs, grid floors, flat slabs, plain concrete wall and shear wall using IS 456-2000
Course Outcomes :After completion of this course, the student shall able to (as per 13456 2000)
(i) Estimation of crack width and Redistribution of moments in Reinforced concrete beam
(ii) Design of deep beams, ribbed (voided) slabs
(iii) Design of Grid floors, flat slabs
(iv) Design of plain concrete walls
(v) Design of shear walls
Estimation of Crack Width and Redistribution of Moments in Reinforced Concrete Beams: Limit State of cracking – Cracking in R.C. members – Causes, mechanism and effects of cracking – Classification and effect of cracks - Factors affecting crack width in beams - Calculation of crack width - Empirical method -Estimation of crack width in beams by IS 456 - Shrinkage and thermal cracking -Redistribution of moments in a fixed beam and a two-span continuous beam - Advantages and disadvantages of moment redistribution – Moment-Curvature relation of reinforced concrete sections.
Design of Deep Beams and Corbels: Steps of designing deep beams by IS 456 – Detailing of deep beams – Design of corbels.
Design of Ribbed (voided) Slabs: Analysis of the ribbed slabs for moment and shears - Design for shear – Deflections - Arrangement of reinforcements.
Design of Grid Floors: Introduction – Design of grid floors by IS Code method.
Design of Flat Slabs:Introduction - Advantages and disadvantages of flat slabs - Design of flat slabs using direct design method and equivalent frame method – Design for interior panel.
Design of Plain Concrete Walls: Braced and unbraced walls - Eccentricities of vertical loads - Empirical design method (walls carrying axial load) - Design of wall for In-plane horizontal forces.
Design of Shear Walls: Classification of shear walls - Loads in shear walls - Design of rectangular and flanged shear walls - Moment ofresistance of rectangular shear walls.
Text Books :
- P.C. Varghese, “Advanced Reinforced Concrete Design”, Prentice-Hall of India, Private Ltd., New Delhi.
- N. Krishna Raju, “Advanced Reinforced Concrete Design-SI Units” CBS, New Delhi.
- S.S.Bhavikatti, “Advanced R.C.C.Design (R.C.C.,Vol. II)”, New Age Intl.Publishers Pvt. Ltd., New Delhi.
Reference Books:
- V.L.Shah and S.R.Kharve, “Limit State Theory and Design of Reinforced concrete”, Structures Publications, Pune.
- S. Unnikrishn Pillai and Devdas Menon “ Reinforced Concrete Design”, Tata Mc.GrawHill
- H.J. Shah, “Reinforced Concrete.Vol. II(Advanced Reinforced Concrete)” Charotar Publishing House Pvt. Ltd., Anand
- Blume, J.A., New mark, N.M and Corning, L.M, “Design of Multi Storey Reinforced Concrete Buildings for Earthquake Motion”, Portland cement Association, Chicago.
- I.S. Codes: IS 456 & IS 13920.
Note: The question paper shall consist of Eight questions out of which the student shall answer any Five questions.
CE 805 : ADVANCED STRUCTURAL STEEL DESIGN (ASSD)
(For M.Tech. - II Sem.)
Scheme : 2013
Internal Assessment : 30
End Exam : 70
End Exam Duration : 3 Hrs
Course Objectives: Student shall learn about design of Light Gauge compression members and beams, Analysis and design of Transmission Towers, Plastic analysis and design of continuous beams, Portal frames, Limit State Design of steel Tension members and laterally restrained beams.
Course Outcomes:After completion of this course, the student shall be able to
(i) Design light Gauge steel compression and Flexural members
(ii) Analyse and design Transmission towers
(iii) Analyze and design continuous beams and portal frames using plastic theory
(iv) Design steel Tension members and laterally restrained beams using limit state method.
Light Gauge Steel Structures:Light gauge steel – Types of sections – Specifications-Permissible stresses.
Compression members – Local buckling of elements - Stiffened compression elements –Computation of permissible stresses – Design of columns.
Flexural members – Bending-Deflection - Local buckling of compression elements – Laterally supported and unsupported beams – Computation of permissible stresses – Design of beams- Connections – Various methods – Welding.
Transmission Line Towers:Introduction - Types of towers - Tower configuration – Loads – Analysis and design of self supporting simple towers.
Plastic Design: Analysis and design of continuous beams, Portal frames (upto two bay two storey) and single span gable frames.
Limit State Design:Introduction - Characteristic strength – Characteristic load – Partial safety factor – Limit state of collapse in flexure and shear – Limit state of serviceability.
Design of Tension Members: Introduction-Types of tension members-Types of sections-Slenderness ratio-Net area of cross section-Design of tension members-Lug angles.
Design of Beams: Introduction-Effective length of compression flange-Design of laterally restrained beams and unrestrained beams.
Design of Compression Members : Design of Plain and built up compression members.
Text Books :
- N. Subramanian, “Design of Steel Structures”, Oxford University press, New Delhi
- Ramachandra, “Design of Steel Structures - Vol.II”, Scientific Publishers.
Reference Books:
- S.K.Duggal and L.S.Beedle, “Limit State Design of Steel Structures”, Tata Mc.Graw Hill.
- (ISI)-No.6, “Structural Engineers Handbook”, Bureau of Indian Standard
- Arya and Ajmani, “Design of Steel Structures”, Nem Chand Publishers.
- S.R. Satish and A.R. Santha Kumar, “Design of Steel Structures I & II”.
- Wei-wen YU , “Cold – Formed Steel Structures”, Mc. Graw hill book co.
- Structural Steel Design INSDAG Vol.I, Institutefor Steel Development & Growth, Calcutta
- IS Codes: IS 800,IS 802,IS 875 (Part1), IS 801& IS 811
- Handbook of Transmission Tower Design, Central Power Research Institute.
Note: The question paper shall consist of Eight questions out of which the student shall answer any Five questions.
CE 806 : FINITE ELEMENT METHODS (FEM)
(For M.Tech. - II Sem.)
Scheme : 2013
Internal Assessment : 30
End Exam : 70