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Ad-hoc and Sensor Network-SYLLABUS
Introduction Mobile Communications and computing : Mobile Computing (MC)-
Introduction to MC, novel applications, limitations, and architecture GSM – Mobile services
, System Architecture , Radio interface, Protocols , Localization and calling , Handover,
Security, and new data services.
Wireless Medium Access Control: Motivation for a specialized MAC, SDMA, FDMA, TDMA ,
CDMA. Mobile Network layer – Mobile IP (Goals , assumptions, entities and terminology, IP
packet delivery, agent advertisement and discovery , registration, tunneling and
encapsulation, optimizations), Dynamic Host configuration Protocol (DHCP) . Mobile
transport layer – traditional TCP, Indirect TCP, Snooping TCP, Mobile TCP, Fast retransmit/
fast recovery, Transmission / timeout freezing , Selective retransmission, Transaction
oriented TCP.
Mobile Ad Hoc Networks(MANET) : Overview, Properties of a MANET, spectrum of MANET
applications, routing and various routing algorithms, Security in MANET protocols, and
Tools: Wireless Application Protocol – WAP. (Introduction, protocol architecture, and
treatment of protocols of all layers), Bluetooth (User scenarios, physical layer, MAC layer,
networking, security, link management) and J2ME.
Introduction: Wireless Sensor Network Applications, Collaborative processing , Key
Definitions of sensor networks. Canonical problem- localization and Tracking , Bayesian
state estimation , Distributed representation and interface of states , impact of choice of
representation, design consideration in distributed tracking , tracking multiple objects ,
state space decomposition, data association, sensor models, performance comparison and
metrics.
Protocols: IIIE 802.15.4 standard and zigbee, general issues, geographic , energy –aware
routing , unicast geographic routing , routing on a curve, energy – minimizing broadcast,
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attribute- based routing , directed diffusion , rumor routing , geographic hash tables ;
infrastructure establishment , topology control , clustering , time synchronization , clocks
and communication delays, interval methods, broadcasts , localization and localization
services , ranging techniques, range based localization algorithms, information- based
sensor tasking . IDSQ: information driven sensor querying , cluster leader based protocol ,
sensor tasking in tracking relations , joint routing and information aggregation , multi step
information – directed routing , sensor group management.
References
Jochen Schiller,Mobile Communications,Addison-Wesley,Second edition.
Feng Zhao,Leonidus Guibas,Wireless Sensor Networks-An information Processing approach,
Elsevier publication.
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Advance Fluid Mechanics- SYLLABUS
Basic Concepts and Fundamentals: Definition and properties of Fluids, Fluid as continuum,
Langragian and Eulerian description, Velocity and stress field, Fluid statics, Fluid Kinematics.
Governing Equations of Fluid Motion: Reynolds transport theorem, Integral and differential forms
of governing equations: mass, momentum and energy conservation equations, Navier-Stokes
equations, Euler’s equation, Bernoulli’s Equation.
Exact solutions of Navier-Stokes Equations: Couette flows, Poiseuille flows, Fully developed flows
in non-circular cross-sections, Unsteady flows, Creeping flows
Potential Flows: Revisit of fluid kinematics, Stream and Velocity potential function, Circulation,
Irrotational vortex, Basic plane potential flows: Uniform stream; Source and Sink; Vortex flow,
Doublet, Superposition of basic plane potential flows, Flow past a circular cylinder, Magnus effect;
Kutta-Joukowski lift theorem; Concept of lift and drag.
Laminar Boundary Layers: Boundary layer equations, Boundary layer thickness, Boundary layer on
a flat plate, similarity solutions, Integral form of boundary layer equations, Approximate Methods,
Flow separation, Entry flow into a duct.
Elements of Stability Theory: Concept of small-disturbance stability, Orr-Sommerfeld equation,
Inviscid stability theory, Boundary layer stability, Thermal instability, Transition to turbulence.
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Turbulent Flow: Introduction, Fluctuations and time-averaging, General equations of turbulent
flow, Turbulent boundary layer equation, Flat plate turbulent boundary layer, Turbulent pipe flow,
Prandtl mixing hypothesis, Turbulence modeling, Free turbulent flows.
Compressible Flows: Speed of sound and Mach number, Basic equations for one dimensional
flows, Isentropic relations, Normal-shock wave, Rankine-Hugoniot relations, Fanno and Rayleigh
curve, Mach waves, Oblique shock wave, Prandtl-Meyer expansion waves, Quasi-one dimensional
flows, Compressible viscous flows, Compressible boundary layers.
Introduction to Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD): Boundary conditions, Basic discretization –
Finite difference method, Finite volume method and Finite element method.
References:
Batchelor G.K, An Introduction to Fluid Dynamics, Cambridge University Press, 1983.
Fox W. Robert, McDonald T. Alan, Introduction to Fluid Mechanics, Fourth Edition, John Wiley & Sons, 1995.
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Advanced Concrete Technology-SYLLABUS
Introduction to concrete – Mineral and chemical admixtures – Structure of hydrated
cement paste – Calcium Aluminate Cement – Cement Production quality control -
Transition zone in concrete – measurement of workability by quantitative empirical
methods – concrete properties: setting and hardening.
Concrete Design mix for higher grades.
Strength-Porosity relationship – Failure modes in concrete – plastic and thermal cracking –
maturity concept to estimate curing duration - Elastic behavior in concrete- Creep,
shrinkage and thermal properties of concrete.
Classification of causes of concrete deterioration – Permeability of concrete – durability
concept: pore structure and transport process - Alkali-aggregate reactivity.
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Non-Destructive testing methods - Semi-destructive testing methods. Concreting under
special circumstances – Special materials in construction – Concreting machinery and
equipment – Sustainability in concrete - Future trends in concrete technology.
References:
1. Shetty, M.S., Concrete Technology, Theory & Practice, S.Chand and Co, 2004.
2. Gambhir, M.L., Concrete Technology, Tata McGraw Hill, 2004.
3. Nevile, Properties of Concrete, Longman Publishers, 2004.
4. Santakumar A.R., Concrete Technology, Oxford University Press, New Delhi, 2007.
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Advanced Heat Transfer-SYLLABUS
Conduction
Derivation of energy equation for conduction in three dimensions – Initial and boundary
conditions. Transient conduction- Concept of Biot number – Lumped capacitance
formulation unsteady conduction from a semi-infinite solid-solution by similarity
transformation method. Solution of the general 1D unsteady problem by separation of
variables, Laplace equation – solution by variable separable method – concept of
superposition and homogeneous boundary conditions. Numerical solution of conduction
problems-Basic ideas of finite difference method –forward, backward and central
differences – Discretization for the unsteady heat equation.
Convection
Derivation of governing equation for convection. 2D laminar coquette flow and
nondimensional numbers. Concept of Adiabatic wall temperature. Integral methods for
momentum and thermal boundary layers. Pipe flow – concept of developed temperature
profile and solutions for constant wall flux and constant wall temperature boundary
conditions. Solution of entry length problem for constant wall and constant wall flux
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boundary conditions. Natural convection – governing equation, integral solution for flat
surface.
Radiation
Introduction. Concept of black body, derivation of black body radiation laws from first
principles Need for view factors,concept of view factors, mathematical definition. Shape
factor calculations. Radiosity, Irradiation method for gray diffuse enclosures. Gas Radiation.
REFERENCES :
1. Fundamentals of Heat & Mass Transfer by Thirumaleshwar, Pearson
2. Poulikakos, Conduction Heat transfer, Prentice Hall, 1994.
3. G.E. Mayers, Analytical methods in Conduction Heat Transfer, McGraw Hill, 1971.
4. Kays W M and Crawford M E, Convective Heat and Mass Transfer, McGraw Hill Int Edition, 3rd
edition, 1993.
5. Spalding D B, Introduction to Convective Mass Transfer, McGraw Hill, 1963.
6. R. Siegel and J.R. Howell, Thermal Radiation Heat Transfer, Taylor and Francis, 2002.
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Advanced Highway Engineering-SYLLABUS
Embankment Construction: Formation cutting in Soil and hard rock, Preparation of
Subgrade, Ground improvement, Retaining and Breast walls on hill roads, Granular and
Stabilized, Sub – bases / bases, Water Bound Macadam (WBM), Wet Mix Macadam
(WMM), Cement treated bases, Dry Lean Concrete (DLC).
Bituminous Constructions: Types of Bituminous Constructions, Interface Treatments,
Bituminous Surfacing and wearing Courses for roads and bridge deck slabs, Selection of
wearing Course under different Climatic and Traffic conditions, IRC specifications,
Construction techniques and Quality Control.Concrete road construction: Test on Concrete
mixes, Construction equipments,
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Method of construction of joints in concrete pavements, Quality Control in Construction of
Concrete pavements, Construction of Continuously reinforced, Prestressed, Steel Fibre
Reinforced (SFRC) Pavements, IRC, MORT&H, ACI Specifications, AASHTO Specifications,
Recycled pavements, Non – Conventional Pavements, Overlay Construction.
Hill Roads Construction: Stability of Slopes, Landslides – Causes and Control measures,
Construction of Bituminous and Cement Concrete roads at high altitudes, Hill road
drainage,
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Advanced IC Engines-SYLLABUS
ENGINE TESTING & PERFORMANCE
Engine Performance; Testing & Numerical: methods and Performance Characteristics;
Testing and measurement equipment- dynamometers, Air & Fuel consumption,
temperature, etc. Variables Affecting Engine Performance, Performance Maps; Physico &
Chemical Properties of fuels; Stoichiometric Air fuel calculations based on oxidation as well
as Hydro carbon contents.
SI ENGINE FUELING & COMBUSTION
SI engine fueling system design towards air fuel mixture calculation and their Numerical.;
Flame structure and Speed: Cyclic variations in combustion: Abnormal combustion SI
Engine Combustion Conceptual models, Thermodynamic Analysis of Combustion.
CI ENGINE FUELING & COMBUSTION
Fuel Injection and Spray Structure: Fuel Atomization and Droplet size distribution, Spray
Penetration. CI Engine Combustion Conceptual Models: Conventional and Dec’s
Combustion Models. Diesel Combustion Process Characterization: Ignition Delay, Effect of
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Engine and Operational Parameters on Delay, Pre-mixed Combustion, Mixing Controlled
Combustion. Thermodynamic Analysis.
ENGINE COOLING & LUBRICATION
Need for Cooling System, Types of Cooling System: Air Cooling System, Liquid Cooling
Systems, Forced Circulation System, Pressure Cooling System. Lubrication System; Mist,
Wet Sump Lubrication System
FORMATION OF ENGINE EMISSIONS & CONTROL TECHNOLOGIES (SI & CI)
Emission Effects on Health & Environment: Sources of Engine emissions: Formation of CO,
NO, UBHC, Soot and Particulate Matter. Diesel NOx-Particulate Trade off: Effect of SI
Design and operating variables: Effect of Diesel Engine Design and operating Variables. SI
Engine Emission Control Technology: Add-on systems for treatment of Emissions with in
Engine, Exhaust After treatment. CI Engine Emission Control Technology: Application of
EGR, Exhaust after treatment and new engine technologies for emission control
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Advanced Machine Design-SYLLABUS
Gear Design: - Involute gears, tooth thickness, interference, undercutting, rack shift etc.
Profile modification, spur, helical gears etc. bevel and worm gears - tooth loads - gear
materials - design stress - basic tooth stresses - stress concentration - service factor -
velocity factor - bending strength of gear teeth - Buckingham's equation for dynamic load -
surface strength and durability - heat dissipation - design for strength and wear.
Lubrication and Journal Bearing Design - types of lubrication and lubricants - viscosity -
journal bearing with perfect lubrication - hydrodynamic theory - design considerations -
heat balance - journal bearing design - rolling contact bearings - bearing types - bearing life
- static and dynamic capacity - selection of bearings with axial and radial loads - selection of
tapered roller bearings - lubrication, seals, shafts, housing and mounting details
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The Coupling Function- Couplings: Design of sunk keys under crushing and shearing, design
of splines, design of sleeve and solid muff coupling, clamp or compression coupling, rigid
and flexible flange coupling, design of universal joint.
Types of Coupling - Design of different types of keys, design of a muff and clamp
coupling,Rigid coupling, Flange Coupling, Flexible coupling- Oldham, universal coupling.
Couplings with and without transformation of energy. Types of couplings with an emphasis
on flexible couplings Rubber as a flexible material.
Flexible couplings calculation Torque on the coupling. Tuning of flexible couplings loaded
with periodically variable torque. Dynamic model of flexible couplings The damping ratio
and its importance.
References :
1. Elements of Advanced Machine Design by V.R. Hamilton and R.V. Setterfield
2. A Textbook of Machine Design by R.S. Khurmi
3. Handbook of gear design, Gitim M.Maitra, TMH 1994
4. Fundamental of gear design, Remond J drago, Butterworths, 1988
5. Bearing design in machinery- engineering tribology, Avraham Harnoy, CRC press 2002
6. Applied Tribology: Bearing Design and Lubrication By Michael M. Khonsari, E. Richard
Booser, john wiley and sons
7. Couplings and Joints: Design, Selection & Application, Jon R. Mancuso CRC PressA Text
Book of Machine Design Firewall Media By Rajendra Karwa
8. Design of machine elements V.B.Bhandari
9. Shaft Alignment Handbook, Third Edition, John Piotrowski - 2006
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Advanced Microcontrollers-SYLLABUS
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AVR MICROCONTROLLER ARCHITECTURE
Architecture of AVR microcontroller, ATMEGA 8, 16, memory organization, addressing modes,
instruction set, programming techniques, Assembly language & C programming- Development,
Tools, Cross Compilers, Hardware Design Issues.
PERIPHERAL OF AVR MICROCONTROLLER
LEDs, LCD, Memory, EEPROM, I/O Ports, Timers, Keyboard, DC Motor, Stepper, motor, Servo
motor, BLDC motor, UART, Interrupt Structure, Serial Communication with PC, ADC/DAC
Interfacing.
ARM ARCHITECTURE AND ORGANISATION
Arcon RISC Machine, Architectural Inheritance, Core & Architectures - Registers, ARM Design
Philosophy, Registers, Program Status Register, Instruction Pipeline, Interrupts and Vector
Table, Architecture Revision, ARM Processor Families, ARM organization.
ARM PROGRAMMING
Instruction Set: Data Processing Instructions, Addressing Modes, Branch, Load, Store
Instructions, PSR Instructions, Conditional Instructions., Thumb instruction set, The ARM
Programmer’s mode, ARM Development tools, Instruction cycle timings, ARM Assembly
Language Programming and ‘C Compiler programming.
ARM APPLICATIONS
MMU, Page Tables, Translation, Access Permissions, Context Switch, IDE Development,
Applications of ARM in Wireless sensor networks, Robotics.
Text Books
1. ARM Systems Developer’s Guides- Designing & Optimizing System Software – Andrew N. Sloss, Dominic Symes, Chris Wright, 2008, Elsevier.
2. Steve Furber, ‘ARM system on chip architecture’, Addision Wesley. 3. Andrew N. Sloss, Dominic Symes, Chris Wright, John Rayfield ‘ARM System Developer’s Guide
Designing and Optimizing System Software’, Elsevier 2007.
Reference Books
1. Trevor Martin, ‘The Insider's Guide To The Philips ARM7-Based Microcontrollers, An Engineer's Introduction To The LPC2100 Series’ Hitex (UK) Ltd.
2. Dananjay V. Gadre ‘Programming and Customizing the AVR microcontroller’, McGraw Hill 2001.
3. ARM Architecture Reference Manual. ________________________________________________________________________________
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Advanced Microwave Engineering-SYLLABUS
Transmission Lines and Waveguides: Review of TEM, TE, and TM mode solutions of Maxwell’s equations; TEM mode transmission lines: lossless line, line with small losses, power flow in a terminated line; Quasi- TEM mode lines: Fields in microstrip lines and strip lines, losses in microstrip, microstrip discontinuities, coupled lines, slot lines and coplanar waveguides; Surface waveguides: Surface waves along an impedance plane, dielectric-coated conducting plane, slab waveguide, corrugated plane; Wave velocities. Microwave Circuit Theory Principles: Equivalent voltages and currents; Z, Y, S, and ABCD parameters; Equivalent circuit representation of microwave junctions; Scattering parameter analysis of microwave junctions; Coupling of waveguides through probes, loops, and apertures. Impedance Transformers: Review of single-, double- and triple-stub tuners, waveguide reactive elements, quarter-wave transformers, design of maximally flat and Chebyshev transformers; Introduction to tapered transmission lines. Power Dividers and Couplers: Scattering matrix of 3- and 4-port junctions; Design of T-junction and Wilkinson power dividers; Design of 90° and 180° hybrids. Microwave Filters: Analysis of periodic structures, Floquet’s theorem, filter design by insertion loss method, maximally flat and Chebyshev designs.
Microwave Resonators: Principles of microwave resonators, loaded, unloaded and external Q, open and shorted TEM lines as resonators, microstrip resonators, dielectric resonators.
TEXT BOOKS:
1. Collin, R.E., “Foundations for Microwave Engineering”, 2nd Ed., John Wiley & Sons, 2000. 2. Pozar, D.M., “Microwave Engineering”, 3rd Ed., John Wiley & Sons. 2004 3. Edwards, T.C. and Steer M.B., “Foundations for Interconnects and Microstrip Design”, 3rd Ed.,
John Wiley & Sons. 2001 4. Ludwig, R. and Bretchko, P., “RF Circuit Design”, Pearson Education. 2000 5. Hunter, I., “Theory and Design of Microwave Filters”, IEE Press. 2001 6. Misra, D.K., “Radio-frequency and Microwave Communication Circuits”, John Wiley &
Sons.2001 7. Electronic and Radio Engineering – F.E. Terman, McGraw-Hill, 4th ed., 1955. 8. Elements of Microwave Engineering – R. Chatterjee, Affiliated East-West Press Pvt. Ltd., New
Delhi, 1988. 9. Micro Wave and Radar Engineering – M. Kulkarni, Umesh Publications, 1998.
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Advanced Process Control-SYLLABUS
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BASICS OF INSTRUMENTATION, PROCESS DYNAMICS AND CONTROL
Basic Concepts and Definitions, Process Characteristics and Dynamics, The Feedback
Control Loop–The Five Elements, Closed Loop Dynamics, Terminologies and Symbols
CONVENTIONAL CONTROL DESIGN
Degrees of Freedom and Control, Single Loop Control, PID Control Algorithms, Tuning
of PID Controllers
INTRODUCTION TO MODERN CONTROL ALGORITHMS
Multi-variable Control and Controller Design, Model Predictive Control (IMC Control
and DMC Control), Control Design for Non-Linear Systems, Concepts of Robust
Control, Plant-wide Control
CONTROL HARDWARE
Measurement of Process Parameters: Level, Temperature, Pressure, Composition,
Measuring Instruments and Their Selection, Data Sheets–Performance Related
Parameters for Instrumentation, Control Loop Hardware–Transmitters, Transducers,
Pneumatic System, Hydraulic System, Electronic System, Final Control Elements:
Control Valve–Types, Selection and Sizing, Inherent and Installed Characteristics,
Dynamic Behavior, Actuators
CONTROL PRACTICE–GENERIC CASE STUDIES
Centrifugal Compressor/Steam Turbine Control, Fired Heaters/Boiler Control,
Distillation Column Control (CDU also), Process Shutdown and Emergency Shutdown
Systems, Reactor Control: Catalytic Packed Bed Reactors, Solution Polymerization,
FCCU Control
OVERVIEW OF DCS AND SCADA
Definition, Application and Architecture, Performance Specification
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P&IDs AND CONTROL
Read a Simple P&ID, Identify Control Loop Details, Read and Interpret a Detailed P&ID,
Case Studies Specific to Hydrocarbon Industry
References:
B. W. Bequette, Process Dynamics--Modeling, Analysis and Simulation, Prentice Hall, Englewood
Cliffs, NJ, 1998.
W. L. Luyben, Process Modeling, Simulation and Control for Chemical Engineers, 2nd Ed., McGraw
Hill, 1990.
B. A. Ogunnaike and W. H. Ray, Process Dynamics, Modeling and Control, Oxford University Press,
UK, 1994.
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Applied Micro Paleontology-SYLLABUS
Calcareous, Agglutinated, Siliceous, Phosphatic and Organic- Walled Microfossils.
Staratigraphic-Geographic Distribution of Microfossils,
Chronostratigraphic Time Scale with some important Fossils Group (or index fossils).
Microfossils and their role in Petroleum Exploration. Micropaleontology in Petroleum
Exploration (Structural Problems, Stratigraphic , Problems, Biochronology, Well
Correlation, Source Rock Evaluation etc.)
Foraminifera, Ostracoda, Diatoms, Radiolarian, Condonts, Acritarchs, Chitinozoa,
Dinoflagellates, Spores and Pollen, Palynofacies and Kerogen Analysis, Thermal
Maturation,Biostartigraphy, Paleoenvironmental (paleobathymetry) and Paleogeographic
Interpretation, Quantitative Biostratigraphy, Stable Isotope Stratigraphy, Molecular Fossils,
Morphometric and Particle Analysis.
References:
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1. Armstrong, H.A. and Brasier, M.D. Microfossils, 2nd Edn., Blackwell Publishing, 2005.
2. BouDagher-Fadel, M.K. Evolution and Geological Significance of Larger Benthic
Foraminifera. Elsevier, The Netherlands, 2008.
3. Jansonius, J. and McGregor, D.C. (Eds.) Palynology: Principles and Applications. AASP
foundation, 1996.
4. Travers, A. Paleopalynology, 2nd Edn., Springer, 2007.
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Advanced Soil Mechanics-SYLLABUS
One and three dimensional consolidation theories and applications, Immediate settlement,
Methods of determination, Estimation of Pre-consolidation pressure, Secondary
consolidation.
Shear strength parameters of cohesion less and saturated cohesive soils, Principles of
Effective stress condition, Effect of rate of stress on shear parameters, Stress- Strain
relationship, Skempton's Pore pressure coefficients, Hvorslev's true shear parameters,
Effect of over consolidation on shear parameters.
Stability analysis of slope -effective vs. total stress analysis, Stability Analysis of Slope:
Effective and total stress approach, shape of slip surface, methods of slices, graphic
methods, location of critical slip circle, wedge analysis method, stability during critical
conditions.
Earth pressure – Rankine, Columb and Graphical Methods, Retaining walls structures,
Gravity cantilever and counter fort retaining walls: Stability checks and design:
Sheet Pile Structures: Cantilever sheet piling, Anchored sheet piling: Free and fixed earth
support methods of Analysis, Braced excavations.
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Soil Anchors: Inclusions and Installation Techniques, Design of Soil Anchors, Application
Criteria: Advantages and Limitations:
References:
1. B M Das, Advanced Soil Mechanics, Taylor and Francis
2. R F Scott, Principles of Soil Mechanics, Addison & Wesley.
3. R.O. Davis and A.P.S. Selvadurai, Elasticity and Geomechanics, Cambridge University Press, New
York.
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Advanced Strength of Materials-SYLLABUS
Introduction, Stress and Strains in 3-D – Cauchy formula, Principal Stress, hydrostatic stress,
deviatoric stress, stress transformations, Mohr circle, octahedral shear stress, strain energy
densities, etc. Theories of failure. Beam on elastic foundations. Bending of curved beams – Crane
Hooks & Chains. Torsion of Non-circular members, hollow members, thin walled sections;
Membrane Analogy. Columns -- Straight & initially curved columns, Rankine formula. Energy
Methods – Energy Theorems, Use of energy theories for calculating deflections, twists, solution to
torsion (non-circular) problems. Unsymmetrical bending, shear centre. Introduction to
Photoelasticity.
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Advanced Thermodynamics-SYLLABUS
REVIEW OF BASIC CONCEPTS OF THERMODYNAMICS
First and Second Law and Related Concepts, PVT behavior: Virial and Generic Cubic
Equations of State, Concept of Corresponding States (Two and Three Parameters),
Generalized Correlations for Compressibility Factor and the Second Virial Coefficient
THERMODYNAMIC PROPERTIES RELATIONS
Maxwell Relations, Reduced Thermodynamic Properties, Single and Multi-component
Systems
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SOLUTION THERMODYNAMICS
Chemical Potential, Vapor-Liquid Equilibrium, Fugacity and Fugacity Coefficients,
Generalized Correlations for Fugacity Coefficients, Excess Properties, Models of Solutions
HYDROCARBON THERMODYNAMICS
Pseudo-Components of Petroleum Fractions, Graphical Phase Equilibrium, Three-Way
Correlations among EFV-TBP-ASTM, Vacuum Phase Equilibrium Diagrams, High Pressure
Phase Equilibrium
CHEMICAL REACTION EQUILIBRIUM
Review of Equilibrium Constant and Effect of Temperature, Pressure and Composition on
the Equilibrium Constant, Evaluation of the Equilibrium Constant, Phase Rule and Duhem’s
Theorems for Reacting Systems, Multi-Reaction Equilibria
References:
J. M. Smith, H. C. van Ness and M. A. Abbott, Introduction to Chemical Engineering
Thermodynamics, 7th Ed., McGraw Hill, New York, 2005 (Indian Edn.).
Y. V. C. Rao, Chemical Engineering Thermodynamics, Universities Press, Hyderabad, India, 1997.
Y. V. C. Rao, Postulational and Statistical Thermodynamics, Allied, New Delhi, 1994.
W. C. Edmister, Applied Hydrocarbon Thermodynamics, Vol. 1, Gulf, Houston, 1988.
W. C. Edmister and J. J. McKetta, Applied Hydrocarbon Thermodynamics, Vol. 2, Gulf, Houston,
1988.
S. Glasstone, Thermodynamics for Chemists, Paperback Ed., Narahari Press (Tower Books), 2007.
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Advanced Thermodynamics and Heat Transfer-SYLLABUS
THERMODYNAMICS: Introduction, thermodynamic systems, properties, work, heat, Zeroth
law of thermodynamics, First law of thermodynamics for closed system and open system,
Second law of thermodynamics: heat engines, refrigerator and heat pump, Entropy:
increase of entropy principle, entropy change of solids, liquids and gases, isentropic
efficiencies of steady flow devices, entropy balance, entropy generation, Energy: reversible
work and irreversibility, second-law efficiency, energy change of a system, energy transfer
by heat, work, and mass, the decrease of energy principle and energy destruction, energy
balance of closed systems and control volumes.
CONDUCTION: Introduction, General 3-D heat diffusion equation in Cartesian, cylindrical
and spherical coordinates, Fourier’s law and thermal conductivity, boundary conditions
and initial conditions, One dimensional steady state conduction– plane wall, cylinder,
sphere, overall heat transfer coefficient, critical thickness of insulation, Fins of uniform
cross sectional area, fin performance, overall surface efficiency, Two dimensional steady
state conduction: flux plot, finite difference method, Transient conduction- Lumped
capacitance method, semi-infinite solids, finite difference method for 1-D transient
problems.
CONVECTION: Forced convection: Boundary layer – hydrodynamic, thermal B.L., continuity
equation, momentum equation and energy equation, heat transfer in laminar flow and
turbulent flow over a flat plate, Reynolds analogy, Laminar flow heat transfer in circular
pipe – constant heat flux and constant wall temperature, thermal entrance region,
turbulent flow heat transfer in circular pipe, flow across a cylinder and sphere, Natural
convection: Introduction, governing equations, vertical plate, horizontal cylinder,
horizontal plate, enclosed spaces.
RADIATION: Radiation intensity, Solid angle, Irradiation, Radiosity, Plank distribution,
Wien’s displacement law, Stefan Boltzmann law, Kirchhoff’s law, Gray surface, View factor,
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View factor relations, Radiation exchange at a surface, Radiation exchange between
surfaces, blackbody radiation exchange, Two surface enclosure, Radiation shields,
Reradiating surface, Gas radiation.
References :
1. Engineering Thermodynamics by P.K. Nag, McGraw-Hill ,New Delhi
2. Heat Transfer by J P Holman, McGraw Hill Publication, New Delhi
3. Cengel A. Yunus and Boles A. Michael. “ Thermodynamics An Engineering Approach, 5th
edition, Mc Graw Hill
4. Bejan Adrian. Advanced Engineering Thermodynamics. 3rd edition, Wiley and Sons.
5. Holman, J. P. "Heat Transfer", 7th edition, Mc Graw Hill, 1992.
6. Incropera, F.P. and Dewitt, D.P. "Fundamentals of Heat and Mass Transfer", John Wiley
Publishing Company
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Advances in Remote sensing and GIS-SYLLABUS
REMOTE SENSING & AERIAL PHOTOGRAPH METHODS
Structural Mapping, Geomorphological Mapping, Lithological Mapping, Seepage Analysis in
Onshore and Offshore Areas, Remote Sensing and Geomatics, Remote Sensing Inventory of
Active Oil Seeps & Chemosynthetic Community. Semi-Detailed (Traverse and Contact
Mapping) and detailed Geological Mapping (Fold, Fault and Associated structures) and
Fundamentals of Subsurface Mapping, Preparation of Outcrop Maps & Geological Sections,
Field Sedimentological & Stratigraphical Studies, Micropaleotology, Biostratigraphy and
Palynology in Petroleum Exploration.
PRINCIPLE OF SPATIAL DATABASES
Definition, Features of Spatial Databases, Concepts and Models of Spatial Databases. Overview of Process of File Organization and Structure,Data Access and Indexing, Concept of Relational Databases and SQL. Raster and Vector Data Structures, Database Design and Security.
HYPERSPECTRAL IMAGE ANALYSIS
FIELD AND IMAGE SPECTROMETRY
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Spectral radiometry, History of spectrometry - Diffraction principles- imaging spectrometry : considerations – experimental design and instrumentation – factors affecting the field spectrum – hyperspectral sensor systems imaging, spectrometry – scattering principles - BDRF and hemispherical reflectance – models; Atmospheric correction of hyperspectral RS data (e,g FLASH,MODTRAN) - Sensors and platforms – data characteristics HYPERSPECTRAL IMAGE APPLICATIONS Application to lithology, mineral exploration, planetary geology – agricultural crop systems – stress detection, plant production, vegetation bio physics and bio chemistry, soil moisture, soil characteristics, degradation status - forestry canopy characters, ecosystem, forest health, biodiversity, water quality, urban studies, environmental and resource management REFERENCES
1. Spatial Database System, Design, Implementation and Project Management, Yeung Albert
K W, Brent Hall G, The Netherland: Springer, 2007, 553pp
2. Hyperspectral Remote Sensing: Principles and Applications by Marcus Borengasser, William
S. Hungate, Russell Watkins (2007), CRC Press
3. Hyperspectral Remote Sensing by M. T. Eismann (2012), Bellingham, Washington, USA
4. Imaging Spectrometry Basic Principles and Prospective Applications by van der Meer,
Freek D., de Jong, S.M. (Eds.) (2001), Springer
5. Fundamentals of remote sensing, George Joseph, Universities press
6. Erdas Imagine Manual
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Air & Space Law-SYLLABUS
Definition of Air Law
Nature, Scope and Source, Development of Air Law (Paris Convention, 1910; Paris Convention,
1919; Madrid Convention, 1926; Havana Convention, 1928; Warsaw Convention and Chicago
Convention, 1944)
Regulation, Freedom of the Air and Sovereignty in the Air, Membership and Organs of ICAO
Legislative, Administrative and Judicial function, Economic and Technical regulations
Bilateralism and Multi-literalism
Concept of bilateralism, Views on multi-literalism, Merits and demerits, Regionalism in civil
aviation, India and bilateral agreement
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Safety and security in civil aviation
The Concept, Aviation terrorism, International Norms-conventions, protocols and regulations,
Regulation in India : Air safety provisions , Air Traffic management, Legal regime of Air Space and
Outer Space, Problem of application of Air, Space and telecommunication laws, State obligation to
provide Air Navigation services, Sovereign rights of States
New Development in India
Technology development and problem in civil aviation, Airports-leasing and privatization-legal
issues ,Liability in International civil aviation, Manufacturers, operators, operators agents and
maintenance contractors, Third party liability for surface damage
REFERENCES :
1. Azbeyratne, RIR, Legal and Regulatory Issues in International Aviation (1996)
2. S. Bhatt, The New Aviation Policy in India (1977)
3. Carole Blackshow, Aviation Law and Regulation
4. V.S.Mani, Recent Trends in International Space and Policy (1966)
5. Emerging Trends in air Law by Balakista Reddy.- Serial publication
6. Space Law by Sandeepa Bhat B.-easterjn Book Company
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Aircraft Design-SYLLABUS
Introduction to the design process , Requirements capture , Design optimization , Aircraft Design:
Design considerations for civilian and military aircraft , Weight estimation , Airfoil and geometry
selection , Thrust to weight ratio and wing loading , Initial sizing , Propulsion , Landing gear and
subsystems , Aerodynamics , Stability, control, and handling qualities , Flight mechanics and
performance issues , Aircraft layout and configuration , Structural aspects , Constraint analysis.
References
1. Raymer, D. P., Aircraft Design: A Conceptual Approach, 4th ed., AIAA (2006).
2. Anderson, J. D., Aircraft Performance and Design, McGraw-Hill (1999).
3. Corke, T. C., Design of Aircraft, Prentice Hall (2002).
4. Fielding, J. P., Introduction to Aircraft Design, Cambridge Univ. Press (1999).
5. Bruhn, E. F., Analysis and Design of Flight Vehicle Structures, Jacobs Publishing (1973).
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Aircraft Propulsion- SYLLABUS
Propellers
Ideal Momentum Theory and Blade Element Theory and their relative Merits, Numerical
Problems on the Performance of Propellers using Propeller Charts, Selection of Propellers,
Fixed, Variable and Constant Speed Propellers, Prop-Fan, Material for Propellers, Shrouded
Propellers Helicopter rotor in Hovering Performance.
Aircraft Piston Engines
The Internal Combustion Engine Process, Brief Historical Sketch S.I and C.I. Engines, 4-Stroke
and 2-Stroke Engines, Thermodynamics of Engine Analysis, Combustion Process, Air Standard
Cycles, Various Type of Arrangements or Multi-Cylinder Aircraft Engines, their Merits and
Operational Efficiencies, Intake and Exhaust Manifolds, Cooling and Lubrication Systems, Valve
Timing and Arrangements, I.H.P., B.H.P and F.H.P, Engine Performance, Effect of Altitude,
Power required and Power available, supercharging, Preliminary Design of Aircraft Piston
Engine.
Fuels, Combustion and Flame Stability
Liquid Fuels, Hydrocarbons, Gasoline, Starting Mixtures and Temperatures, Vapor Lock, other
Liquid Fuels and Blends, Combustion Knock and Knock Rating, Carburetion and Fuel Injection,
Ignition of the Charge, Ignition System, Gas Turbine Fuels, Solid and Liquid Propellants.
Aircraft Gas Turbine Engines
Air-Standard Brayton Cycle, Actual Gas Turbine Engine Cycle, Compressor and Turbine
Efficiencies, Compressor Work and Turbine Work, Centrifugal and Axial type of Compressor,
their Comparative Action, Relative Merits in Operations, Combustion Chambers: Various
Arrangements, Simplex and Duplex Burners.
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Steady 1D Gas Dynamics
Basics, Simple Flows: Nozzle Flow, Nozzle Design, Nozzle Operating characteristics for
Isentropic Flow, Nozzle Flow and Shock Waves. Nozzle characteristics for some Operational
Engines. Rayleigh Flow and Fanno Flow. Effect of Frictional Duct Length in Subsonic Flow and
Supersonic Flow, Numerical Problems in 1D Flow.
Inflets, Nozzles and Combustion Chambers
Subsonic Inlets: Pressure Recovery, Inlet Sizing Drag Flow Distortion. Supersonic Inlets: Total
and Sonic State Points, A/A* Normal Shock based Internal Compression Inlets, Design Sizing
and Performance. Exhaust Nozzle, C-D Nozzle, Engine Back Pressure Control, Exit Area Ratio,
Exhaust Nozzle System Performance in details. Combustion Systems, Burners, Ignition, Flame
Stability. After Burners: System Design, Flame Stability, Pressure Losses etc.
Parametric Cycle Analysis of Ideal Engines
Steps of Engine Parametric Cycle Analysis, Basic Assumptions. Applications to
Ideal Ramjet
Ideal Turbojet with and without afterburner
Ideal Turbofan engine, optimum BPR and afterburning
Ideal Turnoprop engine, and
Ideal Turboshaft engine.
Parametric Cycle Analysis of Real Engines
Cycle Analysis of Turbojet, Turbojet with after Burner, Turbofan and Turboprop.
Axial Flow Compressor
Euler’s Turbo Machinery Equations. Axial Flow Compressor Analysis, Cascade Action, Flow
Field. Euler’s Equation, Velocity Diagrams, Flow Annulus Area Stage Parameters. Degree of
Reaction, Cascade Airfoil Nomenclature and Loss Coefficient, Diffusion Factor, Stage Loading
and Flow Coefficient, Stage Pressure Ratio, Blade Mach No., Repeating Stage, Repeating Row,
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Mean Line Design. Flow Path Dimensions, No. of Blades Per Stage. Radial Variation, Design
Process, Performance.
Axial Flow Turbine
Introduction to Turbine Analysis, Mean Radius Stage Calculations, Stage Parameters, Stage
Loading and Flow Coefficients Degree of Reaction, Stage Temperature Ratio and Pressure
Ratio, Blade Spacing, Radial Variation, Velocity Ratio. Axial Flow Turbine, Stage Flow Path,
Dimensional Stage Analysis. Multistage Design; Steps of Design: Single Stage and two Stages.
Turbine Performance. Blade Cooling.
REFERENCES :
1. Sutton, G.P., “Rocket Propulsion Elements”, John Wiley & Sons Inc., New York, 5 th Edn.,
1993.
2. Hill, P.G. & Peterson, C.R. “Mechanics & Thermodynamics of Propulsion” Addison –
Wesley Longman INC, 1999.
3. Cohen, H., Rogers, G.F.C. and Saravanamuttoo, H.I.H., “Gas Turbine Theory”,
Longman Co., ELBS Ed., 1989.
4. Gorden, C.V., “Aero thermodynamics of Gas Turbine and Rocket Propulsion”, AIAA
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Airport Planning & Management-SYLLABUS
Airports and airport systems
Introduction, Airport management on an international level, The National Plan of Integrated
Airport Systems—The Nation’s Airport System Plan , The rules that govern airport management,
Organizations that influence airport regulatory policies
Organization and administration
Introduction, Airport ownership and operation, The airport organization chart, Airport
management as a career, The airport manager and public relations
Airports and airport systems :A historical and legislative perspective
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Introduction, The formative period of aviation and airports: 1903–1938 55, Airport growth: World
War II and the postwar period, Airport modernization: The early jet age , Airport legislation after
airline deregulation, Airports in the twenty-first century: From peacetime prosperity, to terror
insecurity
The components of the airport
The airfield
The components of an airport, The airfield, Navigational aids (NAVAIDS) located on airfields, Air
traffic control and surveillance facilities located on the airfield, Weather reporting facilities located
on airfields, Security infrastructure on airfields
Airspace and air traffic control
Introduction, Brief history of air traffic control, The present-day air traffic control management
and operating infrastructure, The basics of air traffic control, Current and future enhancements to
air traffic control
Airport terminals and ground access
Introduction, The historical development of airport terminals, Components of the airport terminal,
Airport ground access
Airport operations and financial management
Airport operations management under FAR Part 139
Introduction, Pavement management, Aircraft rescue and fire fighting (ARFF), Snow and ice
control, Safety inspection programs, Bird and wildlife hazard management,
Airport security
Introduction, History of airport security, The Transportation Security Administration, Security at
commercial service airports, Security at general aviation airports, The future of airport security
Airport financial management
Introduction, Airport financial accounting, Revenue strategies at commercial airports, Pricing of
airport facilities and services, Variation in the sources of operating revenues, Rise in airport
financial burdens, Airport funding, Grant programs, Airport financing, Private investment, Sale of
the airport
Airport public administration and planning
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The economic, political, and social role of airports
Introduction, The economic role of airports, Political roles, Environmental impacts of airports
Airport planning
Introduction, Airport system planning, The airport master plan, The airport layout plan,
Forecasting, Facilities requirements, Design alternatives, Financial plans, Land use planning,
Environmental planning
Airport capacity and delay
Introduction, Defining capacity, Factors affecting capacity and delay, Estimating capacity,
Illustrating capacity with a time-space diagram, FAA approximation charts, Simulation models,
Defining delay, Estimating delay, Analytical estimates of delay: The queuing diagram, Other
measures of delay, Approaches to reducing delay, Administrative and demand management
The future of airport management
Introduction, Restructuring of commercial air carriers, New large aircraft, Small aircraft
transportation systems
Code of Federal Regulations: 14 CFR—Aeronautics
Code of Federal Regulations , 49 CFR—Transportation, 1500 Series: Transportation
Security Regulations
REFERENCES :
1. Airport Planning & Management by ‘Seth Young, Alexander Wells’, Mc Graw Hills, ISBN
0071750231-BEEPB
2. Airport Planning & Management by ‘Ed D Alexander T’, Mc Graw Hills, ISBN: 0071386556-
BEPDF
3.Airport Planning & Management by ‘Donald I Smith, John D Odegard, William Shea’, Wadsworth
Pub Co. , ISBN: 0534028772
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Alternate Energy Sources for Transportation- SYLLABUS
Introduction
Need for alternate fuel, availability and properties of alternate fuels, general use of
alcohols, LPG, hydrogen, ammonia, CNG and LNG, vegetable oils and biogas, merits and
demerits of various alternate fuels, introduction to alternate energy sources. Like EV,
hybrid, fuel cell and solar cars.
Alcohols
Properties as engine fuel, alcohols and gasoline blends, performance in SI engine,
methanol and gasoline blends, combustion characteristics in CI engines, emission
characteristics, DME, DEE properties performance analysis, performance in SI & CI Engines.
Natural Gas, LPG, Hydrogen and Biogas
Availability of CNG, properties, modification required to use in engines, performance and
emission characteristics of CNG using LPG in SI & CI engines, performance and emission of
LPG. Hydrogen; storage and handling, performance and safety aspects.
Vegetable Oils
Various vegetable oils for engines, esterification, performance in engines, performance and
emission characteristics, bio diesel and its characteristics
Electric, Hybrid, Fuel Cell and Solar Cars
Layout of an electric vehicle, advantage and limitations, specifications, system
components, electronic control system, high energy and power density batteries, hybrid
vehicle, fuel cell vehicles, solar powered vehicles.
REFERENCES :
1. Non conventional energy sources by BH Khan, TATA Mc Graw, EAN 9780071335430-
BEPDF
2. Richard.L.Bechfold – Alternative Fuels Guide Book - SAE International Warrendale - 1997.
3. Maheswar Dayal - “Energy today & tomorrow“ - I & B Horishr India - 1982.
4. Nagpal - “Power Plant Engineering” - Khanna Publishers - 1991.
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5. “Alcohols as motor fuels progress in technology” - Series No.19 - SAE Publication USE -
1980.
6. SAE paper nos. 840367, 841333, 841334, 841156, Transactions, SAE, USA
7. Non Conventional Energy Resources by GD Rai, Khanna Publishers
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Analytical Techniques in Geosciences-SYLLABUS
CHROMATOGRAPHY
Classical and Rapid Methods of Analysis. Paper chromatography, Thin later chromatography,
gas chromatography, ion-exchange chromatpgraphy.
SPECTROSCOPY
UV & IR Spectophotometry, Atomic Absorption Spectrometry, Plasma-Atomic Absorption
Spectrometry, Mass-Spectrometry
X-Ray Methods
X-Ray Fluorescence Analysis, Dispersive X-Ray Spectrometry, X-Ray Diffraction Analysis.
Advance Instrumentation in Geosciences
SEM – scanning Electron Microscope, Micro Beam and Surface Analysis, Neutron Activation
Analysis.
Books
1. Elementary Organic Spectroscopy-Y. R. Sharma S. Chand
2. Instrumental Approach to Chemical Analysis-A. K.Srivastava & P.C.Jain, S. Chand
3. Quantitative Chemical Analysis-Vogel Pearson.
Antenna Theory & Design-SYLLABUS
Fundamental Concepts: Radiation pattern, near- and far-field regions, reciprocity, directivity and
gain, effective aperture, polarization, input impedance, efficiency, Friis transmission equation,
radiation integrals and auxiliary potential functions
Radiation from Wires and Loops: Infinitesimal dipole, finite-length dipole, linear elements near
conductors, dipoles for mobile communication, small circular loop.
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Aperture Antennas: Huygens’ principle, radiation from rectangular and circular apertures, design
considerations, Babinet’s principle, Fourier transform method in aperture antenna theory.
Microstrip Antennas: Basic characteristics, feeding methods, methods of analysis, design of
rectangular and circular patch antennas, Quality Factor, Bandwidth, and Efficiency, Input
Impedance and Coupling.
Horn and Reflector Antennas: Radiation from sectoral and pyramidal horns, design concepts,
prime-focus parabolic reflector and cassegrain antennas.
Text Books:
1. Balanis, C.A., “Antenna Theory and Design”, 3rd Ed., John Wiley & Sons. 2005
2. Jordan, E.C. and Balmain, K.G., “Electromagnetic Waves and Radiating Systems”, 2nd Ed.,
Prentice-Hall of India. 1993
3. Stutzman, W.L. and Thiele, H.A., “Antenna Theory and Design”, 2nd Ed., John Wiley & Sons. 1998
4. Elliot, R.S., “Antenna Theory and Design”, Revised edition, WileyIEEE Press. 2003
5. Garg, R., Bhartia, P., Bahl, I. and Ittipiboon, A., “Microstrip Antenna Design Handbook”, Artech
House
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Applied Micro Palaeontology-SYLLABUS
Introduction to Micropaleontology
Calcareous, Agglutinated, Siliceous, Phosphatic and Organic- Walled Microfossils.
Staratigraphic-Geographic Distribution of Microfossils
Application of Micropalaeontology
Chronostratigraphic Time Scale with some important Fossils Group (or index fossils). Microfossils
and their role in Petroleum Exploration.Micropaleontology in Petroleum Exploration (Structural
Problems, Stratigraphic , Problems, Biochronology, Well Correlation, Source Rock Evaluation etc.)
Ecology, Paleoecology and Stratigraphic Application
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Foraminifera, Conodonts, Radiolarian, Spores and Pollens
Palynology in Hydrocarbon exploration
Palynofacies and Kerogen Analysis, Thermal Maturation.
Biostratigraphy and Paleo-enviromental Interpretation
Biostartigraphy, Paleoenvironmental (paleobathymetry) and Paleogeographic Interpretation
Latest developments in applied micropaleontology
Quantitative Biostratigraphy, Stable Isotope Stratigraphy, Molecular Fossils, Morphometric and
Particle Analysis
Reference book:
1. Haq, B.U. and Boersma, A. Introduction to Marine Micropaleontology, Elsevier,
Amsterdam, 1998
2. Armstrong, H.A. and Brasier, M.D. Microfossils, II Edition, Blackwell Publishing, 2005.
3. Foote, M. and Miller, A.I. Principles of Paleontology, III Edition. W.H. Freeman and
Company, 2007.
4. Prothero, D.R Bringing Fossils to Life–An Introduction to Paleobiology. Mc Graw Hill,
1998.
Applied Numerical and Statistical Techniques-SYLLABUS
LINEAR ALGEBRA
Introduction to Vector spaces, basic vector analysis methods, Matrix norms – Jordan canonical
form – Generalized eigenvectors – Singular value decomposition – Pseudo inverse – Least square
approximations – QR algorithm.
GRAPH THEORY
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Introduction to Paths, Trees, Vector spaces, Matrix Coloring and directed graphs; Some basic
algorithms – Shortest path algorithms – Depth-First search on a graph – Isomorphism – Other
Graph - Theoretic algorithms – performance of graph theoretic algorithms – Graph-theoretic
Computer languages
OPTIMIZATION TECHNIQUES
Linear programming - Basic concepts – Graphical and Simplex methods –Transportation problem
– Assignment problem; Dynamic programming - Elements of the dynamic programming model –
optimality principle – Examples of dynamic programming models and their solutions.
PROBABILITY AND RANDOM VARIABLES
Probability – 1D Random variables – Binomial, Poisson, Geometric, Uniform, Normal, Exponential
distributions – Moment generating functions and their properties – Functions Transformation of
Random variables, Finite probability - Probability distributions – Conditional Probability –
Independence – Baye’s theorem; Expectations. Reliability and Markov chain transition probability
matrix.
QUEUEING THEORY
Single and Multiple servers Markovian Queuing models, finite and Infinite capacity Queues –
Finite source model – Queuing applications.
References:
Taha H .A., Operations Research: An Introduction, Pearson Education Edition, Asia, New Delhi,
Seventh Edition 2002.
Walpole R.E., Myer R.H., Myer S.L., and Ye, K., Probability and Statistics for Engineers and
Scientists, Pearson Education, 7th Edition, Delhi, 2002.
Lewis.D.W. “Matrix Theory” , Allied Publishers, Chennai 1995
Kishor S.Trivedi, Probability & Statistics with reliability, queuing and Computer Science
Applications, Prentice Hall India, 2001
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Narasingh Deo,Graph Theory with applications to Engineering and Computer Science, Prentice Hall
India,1997
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Applied Sedimentology-SYLLABUS
BASIC CONCEPT OF PETROLEUM GEOLOGY
Sedimentary rocks, types and processes of formation; depositional environment;
Sedimentary basins; Biostratigraphy; Micropaleotology; Geological Mapping.
Petroleum origin, elements of petroleum system; reservoir traps, migration, petroliferous
basins of India.
STRATIGRAPHIC-SEDIMENTOLOGICAL DATA BASE
Vertical- Lateral Profile, Subdivision of Section into Descriptive Units, Lithology, Grain Size,
Sedimentary Structure, Palaeocurrent Analysis, Petrographic Samples, Biostratigraphic
Sample & Analysis. Megascopic Studies of Cores & Cutting: Subdivision of Section into
Descriptive Unit, Lithology, Grain Size and Integration with Well Logs.
STRATIGRAPHIC COORELATION
Strartigraphic Units, lithostratigraphy, Mapping and Correlation, Chronostratigraphy,
Radiometric Dating, Magnetostratigraphy, Chemostratigraphy.
MICROFACIES ANALYSIS
Rock Petrography, and Heavy Mineral Analysis. SEM Petrography for Reservoir
Characterization, Cathod Luminiscence Microscopy for Cement Matrix Characterization,
XRD Technique for Clay Mineral Analysis.
Suggested books
1. Sand and sandstone, FJ Pettijohn, PE Potter, R Siever - 2012
2. Introduction to sedimentology; S Sengupta – 1994
3. Applied Sedimentology 2nd Edition Richard Selley
4. Levorsen AI. Geology of petroleum. Berry FA, editor. San Francisco: WH Freeman; 1967.
5. Hunt, M.J., 1979. Petroleum geochemistry and geology. WH Freeman and company
6. Principles of Geomorphology Second Edition Paperback – 1 Dec 2004 by W.D.Thornburry.
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7. Principles of Sedimentology and Stratigraphy BOGGS JR, SAM, Merrill Publishing Company
1987
Applied Statistical Methods-SYLLABUS
Statistical methods, scope and limitations, population and sample, frequency distribution
and curves dispersion, standard deviation, co-efficient of variation, skewness.
Probability, Distributions properties and applications. Sampling distributions, methods,
accuracy and applications in highway engineering problems.
Statistical decisions, hypothesis testing errors, tests significance, variance Chi -square, test,
confidence Interval.
Queuing theory. Time series analysis.
Variables scatter diagram Curve fitting methods, correlation linear regression multiple
linear regression.
Multivariate data analysis. Optimization technique and applications” in - Highway and
traffic engineering problems.
Use of mathematical and statistical software packages.
REFERENCES:
1. Snedecor G. W. and W.G. Cochran (1994). Statistical methods. East west press, India, 8th
edition.
2. Medhi J (1982) Introduction to statistics. New age publications, New Delhi
3. Hannagth T. G. (1986): Mastering Statistics, 2nd edition, McMillan
4. Agarwal B. L. (1988), Basic Statistics, 3rd Edition, New Age Pub. ND.
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Artificial Neural Network-SYLLABUS
Introduction to artificial neural networks
Biological neural networks, Pattern analysis tasks: Classification, Regression, Clustering,
Computational models of neurons, Structures of neural networks, Learning
principles
Data Processing
Scaling, Normalization, Transformation (FT/FFT), Principal Component Analysis, Regression,
Co- Variance Matrix, Eigen Values & Eigen Vectors. Basic Models of Artificial Neurons,
Activation Functions, Aggregation Function, Single Neuron Computation, Multilayer
Perceptron, Least Mean Square Algorithm, Gradient Descent Rule, Nonlinearly Separable
Problems and Bench Mark Problems in NN.
Multilayered Network Architecture, Back Propagation Algorithm, Heuristics for making BP-
Algorithm performs better. Accelerated Learning BP (like Recursive Least Square, Quick
Prop, Rprop Algorithm), Approximation Properties of RBF Networks and comparison with
Multilayer Perceptron
Recurrent Network and Temporal Feed-Forward Network, implementation with BP, Self
Organizing Map and SOM Algorithm, Properties of Feature Map and Computer
Simulation.
Complex Valued NN and Complex Valued BP, Analyticity of Activation Function, Application
in 2D Information Processing. Complexity Analysis of Network Models. Soft Computing
Feedforward neural networks
Pattern classification using perceptron, Multilayer feedforward neural networks
(MLFFNNs), Pattern classification and regression using MLFFNNs, Error backpropagation
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learning, Fast learning methods: Conjugate gradient method Autoassociative neural
networks, Bayesian neural networks
Radial basis function networks
Regularization theory, RBF networks for function approximation, RBF networks for pattern
classification
Kernel methods for pattern analysis
Statistical learning theory, Support vector machines for pattern classification, Support
vector regression for function approximation, Relevance vector machines for classification
and regression
Self-organizing maps
Pattern clustering, Topological mapping, Kohonen’s self-organizing map
Feedback neural networks
Pattern storage and retrieval, Hopfield model, Boltzmann machine, Recurrent neural
networks
REFERENCES:
1. B.Yegnanarayana, Artificial Neural Networks, Prentice Hall of India, 1999
2. Neural Network by ‘Freeman S Kapur’ Pearson publication
3. Satish Kumar, Neural Networks – A Classroom Approach, Tata McGraw-Hill, 2003
4. S.Haykin, Neural Networks – A Comprehensive Foundation, Prentice Hall, 1998
5. C.M.Bishop, Pattern Recognition and Machine Learning, Springer, 2006
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Atmospheric Flight Mechanics-SYLLABUS
Overview of aerodynamics , propulsion , atmosphere and aircraft instrumentation , Aircraft
Performance: range, endurance, gliding, climbing flight, pull-up, pulldown, take-off, landing,
accelerating climb, turning flight, V-n diagrams , optimal cruise trajectories , Static Stability &
Control: frames of reference (body axis, wind axis) static longitudinal, directional, lateral stability
and control, stick fixed and stick free stability, hinge moments, trim-tabs, aerodynamic balancing
References
1. Anderson, J. D., Aircraft Performance and Design, Tata McGraw-Hill (1998).
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2. Nelson, R. C., Flight Stability and Automatic Control, 2nd ed., Tata McGraw-Hill (1997).
3. Phillips, W. F., Mechanics of Flight, 2nd ed., John Wiley (2010).
4. Hull, D. G., Fundamentals of Airplane Flight Mechanics, Springer (2010).
5. Perkins, C. D. and Hage, R. E., Airplane Performance Stability and Control, John Wiley (1949).
6. Etkin, B. and Reid, L. D., Dynamics of Flight: Stability and Control, 3rd ed., Wiley (1996)
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Automatic Flight Control-SYLLABUS
Flight Dynamics: Linearized equations of aircraft motion for small perturbations in stability axes. Stability analysis of linearized equations of motion. Derivation of Airplane longitudinal motion. Airplane lateral motion. Airplane handling qualities. Second order differential equations, pure pitching motion, stick fixed longitudinal motion, longitudinal approximation, the influence of stability derivatives on the longitudinal modes of motion, flying qualities, flight simulation. Pure rolling motion, Pure yawing motion, lateral directional equations of motion, lateral flying qualities inertial coupling. System Stability: Control system stability, Routh-Hurwitz Criterion, Root Locus Method, Frequency domain techniques, Time domain and Frequency domain specifications, steady state error. Control system design, PID controller. Aircraft transfer function, Control surface actuator, displacement autopilot, stability augmentation, Instrument Landing System. State-space modelling, Canonical Transformation, Controllability and Observability, State Feedback Design, State Variable reconstruction, Optimal State Space Control System Design.
References
1. R. C. Nelson, “Flight Stability and Automatic Control” (Second Ed.), McGraw Hill Book Company.
2. K. Ogata, “Modern Control Engineering” Prentice Hall, 2010. 3. Bernard Etkins, “Dynamics of Flight: Stability and Control”, Wiley.
4. Anderson, John D. “Introduction to Flight” McGraw Hill(1999).
5. Bandu N. Pamadi, Performance, Stability Dynamics and Control of Airplanes, AIAA Education
Series.
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Aviation Economics – SYLLABUS
Airline System-Wide Measures
Traffic / Revenue Passenger Miles (RPM), 4 types of traffic, Yield, Capacity/ Available Seat Miles
(ASM), Unit Cost, Load Factor = Passengers/ Capacity, Average Leg Load Factor, Average
Network Load Factor, Rejected Demand/Spill
Basic Airline Profit Equation = Revenue - Cost
Airline Profit Maximizing Strategies
Air Transportation Markets
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Typical Air Passenger Trip, Markets, Opposite, Parallel, City-pair, Region-pair, Direct/
Connecting Flights, Dichotomy of Demand and Supply
Origin-Destination (O-D) Demand
Factors affecting Volume of O-D Demand, Quality of Service Factors, Total Trip Time
Model, O-D Demand Models, Linear/ Additive D = a – bP, Multiplicative D = aPbwhere
b<0, EP = Price Elasticity = Δ% Demand/ Δ% Price, Business Passengers - “inelastic”,
Leisure Passengers - “elastic”, ET = Time Elasticity = Δ% Demand/ Δ% Time, Business
Passengers - “elastic”, Leisure Passengers - “inelastic”, Saturation Frequency, 4 Types/
Segments of Air Travel Demand, O-D Market Demand Function - D = M x Pa x Tb
Airline Competition
Market Share, Frequency Share, Market Share / Frequency Share Model “S-curve”
PROBLEMS
What do airlines do to maximize revenues, Elastic vs. inelastic airfares, Calculate Market
Share, Calculate Frequency Share, O-D Traffic, O-D Supply, Price Elasticity, Time Elasticity,
Average Leg Load Factor, Average Network Load Factor, Basic Airline Profit, o% Connecting
Passengers, o% Non-Stop Passengers, Identify from Diagram-Point-to-Point vsHubbing
Network, Different Markets, Calculate frequency of service impacts to Total Trip Time
Model
REFERENCES:
1. The Global Airline Industry (Belobaba, Odoni, and Barnhart; 2009) AIAA
2. Terminal Chaos (Donohue, Shaver; 2008) AIAA
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Aviation Law & Insurance-SYLLABUS
Federal and State Regulatory Functions
Warsaw Convention, 1929
The Aircraft Act, 1934
Rights and Liabilities of Pilots & Operators as per Aircraft Rules - 1937
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Chicago Convention on Civil Aviation, 1944
The Air Corporations (Transfer of Undertakings and Repeal ) Act, 1994
The Bermuda Agreement. 1977 (Between U.S.A. & U.K.)
The Suppression of Unlawful Acts Against Safety of Aviation Act, 1982
New Civil Aviation Policy (2003) – India
Bilateral & Plurilateral Agreements
GATS in International Air Transport Trade
Open Sky Policies - U.S.A., U.K. & India
Liberalization , Privatization & Globalization in Civil Aviation Industry
General Insurance Principles
Aviation Insurance
Supreme Court of India/Delhi High Court Judgements on Aviation Law .
REFERENCES :
1. Aviation Insurance by ‘Peter J C Viccars’, Bertrams, ISBN: 1856095495
2. Aviation and the Law by ‘Gesell’, Coast, ISBN: 1890938130
3. Margo: Aviation Insurance by ‘ Rod D Margo’, , Buttersworth Law, EAN 9780406891013
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Aviation Marketing Management-SYLLABUS
Marketing Scope and Concepts
Strategic Marketing Planning
Marketing Strategy: Segmentation and Targeting
Consumer Buying Behaviour
Product Life Cycle Strategies
Branding and Packaging
Positioning and Differentiation Strategies
Pricing Strategies
Managing Marketing Channels
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Management of Logistics and Physical Distribution
Integrated Marketing Communications
Advertising and Sales Promotion
Sales Management
Market Information Systems and Market Research
Service Marketing
Future of Marketing and its Dimensions
REFERENCES :
1. General Aviation Marketing & Management by ‘Alexander T Wells , Bruce D Chadbourne,
Kreiger Publishing Co., ISBN: 1575241927
2. General Aviation Marketing and Management: Operating, Marketing, and Managing an FBO By
C Daniel Prather, Kreiger Publsihing Co.
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Basin Analysis and Reservoir Characterization-Syllabus
Concept of Subsurface Mapping , Single and Multicomponent Map, Geophysical Map,
Geochemical Map, Structural Map, Cross Section: Structural Map, Palaeogeological Map,
Environmental and Palaeoslope Model. Measurement and Significance, Wettability,
Capillary Pressure Characteristics, Determination, Interpretation.
Phase Behavior of Multi Component Hydro Carbon Systems, PVT Behavior of Gases and
Mixtures, Equilibrium Ratios, Reservoir Fluid Sampling.Classification, Volumetric, Material
Balance Equation and Decline Curve Methods, Limitations.
Component of Basin Model, Basin and Crustal Geometry, Porosity- Depth Relation,
Palaeobathymetry and Sea Level Variation, Evolution of Basic Models, Backstripping
Techniques, Supracrustal Loading and Extensional Basin Models, Dynamic Topography,
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Intraplate Stresses and Basin Inversion: Tectonic Basin Modeling, Stratigraphic Basin
Modeling, Forward and Reverse Modeling, Facies and Reservoir Modeling, Integrated Basin
Analysis.
References:
1. Sedimentology & Stratigraphy. By Gary Nicholes. Blackwell Publishing Company.
2. ISBN 0-632-03578-1.
3. Principles of Sedimentary Basin Analysis, Miall, A.D., Springer Edition
4. Formation Evaluation by Edward J. Lynch. Harper&Row Publication,N.York
5. Encyclopedia of well logging by R.Desbrandes,Institute Francais Du Petrole.
6. Well Logging by David E. Jhonson & Kathryne E. Pile,Penn Well Publishing Company.
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Big Data Analytics-SYLLABUS
INTRODUCTION TO BIG DATA
Introduction to BigData Platform – Challenges of Conventional Systems - Intelligent data analysis –
Nature of Data - Analytic Processes and Tools - Analysis vs Reporting - Modern Data Analytic Tools
- Statistical Concepts: Sampling Distributions - Re-Sampling - Statistical Inference - Prediction
Error.
MINING DATA STREAMS
Introduction To Streams Concepts – Stream Data Model and Architecture - Stream Computing -
Sampling Data in a Stream – Filtering Streams – Counting Distinct Elements in a Stream –
Estimating Moments – Counting Oneness in a Window – Decaying Window - Real time Analytics
Platform(RTAP) Applications - Case Studies - Real Time Sentiment Analysis, Stock Market
Predictions.
HADOOP
History of Hadoop- The Hadoop Distributed File System – Components of Hadoop Analyzing the
Data with Hadoop- Scaling Out- Hadoop Streaming- Design of HDFS-Java interfaces to HDFS Basics-
Developing a Map Reduce Application-How Map Reduce Works-Anatomy of a Map Reduce Job
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run-Failures-Job Scheduling-Shuffle and Sort – Task execution - Map Reduce Types and Formats-
Map Reduce Features
HADOOP ENVIRONMENT
Setting up a Hadoop Cluster - Cluster specification - Cluster Setup and Installation – Hadoop
Configuration-Security in Hadoop - Administering Hadoop – HDFS – Monitoring Maintenance-
Hadoop benchmarks- Hadoop in the cloud
FRAMEWORKS
Applications on Big Data Using Pig and Hive – Data processing operators in Pig – Hive services –
HiveQL – Querying Data in Hive - fundamentals of HBase and ZooKeeper - IBM InfoSphere
BigInsights and Streams. Visualizations - Visual data analysis techniques, interaction techniques;
Systems and applications
References :
1. Michael Berthold, David J. Hand, “Intelligent Data Analysis”, Springer, 2007.
2. Tom White “ Hadoop: The Definitive Guide” Third Edition, O’reilly Media, 2012.
3. Chris Eaton, Dirk DeRoos, Tom Deutsch, George Lapis, Paul Zikopoulos, “Understanding Big
Data: Analytics for Enterprise Class Hadoop and Streaming Data”, McGrawHill Publishing, 2012
4. Anand Rajaraman and Jeffrey David Ullman, “Mining of Massive Datasets”, Cambridge
University Press, 2012.
5. Bill Franks, “Taming the Big Data Tidal Wave: Finding Opportunities in Huge Data Streams with
Advanced Analytics”, JohnWiley & sons, 2012.
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Behaviour Based Safety-SYLLABUS
BEHAVIOUR BASED SAFETY
Behavioural based safety – overview – psychology of behavior management – focus on behavior to
manage the risk – leadership- behavior safety programme for employees- measure safety
programme – ABC model – BBS - case studies
INTRODUCTION TO SHE
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Hazards in Petroleum Industry, Direct & Indirect costs of accidents, HSE Model & Integration
with Business, Safety officer role & responsibility
REGULATORY REGIMES AND REGULATORY AGENCIES.
Regulatory Laws / Acts, Petroleum Act 1934, Indian Explosives Act,1884, The Static and
Mobile Pressure Vessels, SMPV (UNFIRED) Rules, 1981, The Gas CylinderRules,1981, The Indian
Boilers Act,1923, Factories Act 1948, Indian Electricity Act, 1910, The Mines Regulations,1984, The
Indian Aircraft Rules,1937, International Maritime Organization(IMO), Dock WorkersAct,1986,
Atomic Energy Act,1962, Motor Vehicles Act,1988, Tariff Advisory Committee, Responsibilities of
an Occupier as per Factories Act 1948. Oil Industries Safety Directorate(OISD), Limitations of
Indian Regulatory Bodies
ACCIDENTS- Types and Severity of Accidents, Accident Classification, Accident –
Entitlement under Workmen’s Compensation Act , Objectives & Methodology of
conducting accident investigation.
SAFETY POLICY -Organization, Monitoring and Reporting
PROCESS SAFETY MANAGEMENT
PSM and Safety Culture-an overview, Main Pillars of Process Safety Management, Safety
Related Procedures, Environment Related Procedures, Occupational Health Related Procedures,
Fire Protection Related Procedures, Basic Safety Rules, Basic Rules for Visitors, Access/Entry to
the premises, Short Notes:- Permit to Work System, Management of Plant Change , Accident
Reporting and Investigation , Management of plant changes, Mechanical Integrity of plants,
Contractors Safety, Training and its Validation, HSE System Audits – Objectives, Methodology of
conducting Safety Audits.
EMERGENCY / DISASTER PLAN
PERSONNEL RISK IN INDUSTRIAL OPERATIONS
Mineral Exploitation, Material Handling Processes, Manufacturing Plant , Industry
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Biochemical Engineering-SYLLABUS
INTRODUCTION
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Definition and Scope of Biochemical Engineering, Commercial Aspects of Biochemical
Processes, Different Biochemical Unit Operations and Processes, introduction to
microbiology.
STERILIZATION AND PASTEURIZATION
Principles, Methods of Air Sterilization, Design of Air Filters, Design of Batch and Continuous
Sterilization Processes
AERATION AND AGITATION
Oxygen Transfer in Microbial Systems, Oxygen Demands, Mass Transfer Theories,
Measurement of Volumetric Mass Transfer Coefficients, Power Requirements in Gassed and
Un-gassed Bioreactors, Rheology of Fermentation Fluids
ENZYMES KINETICS
Kinetics of Microbial Growth, Substrate Utilization and Product Formation in Batch Reactors,
Introduction and Scope, Mechanism of Enzymatic Catalysis, Allosteric Enzymes, Enzyme
Kinetics, Production of Industrial Enzymes
IMMOBILIZATION OF ENZYMES AND CELLS
Methods of Immobilization, Kinetics of Immobilized Enzyme Systems, External and Internal
Diffusional Characteristics of Immobilized Systems
ENZYME-REACTORS
Performance, Operational Strategies, Carrier Life and Cycle Time, Industrial Applications
FERMENTATION REACTORS
Scale-Up: Basic Concepts and Related Problems, Fed-Batch Fermentation, Principles and
Applications, Aerobic and Anaerobic Fermentation: Kinetic Analysis, Comparison with Batch
Fermentation, Applications and its Limitations
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BIOREACTOR OPERATION, MEASUREMENT AND CONTROL
Aseptic Operations, Measurement and Control of Process Variables (pH, Dissolved Oxygen,
Viscosity, Temperature, NADH), Agitative Power, Foam Control, On-Line Analysis and
Computer Control of Fermentation Processes
References:
J. Bailey, J. E. Bailey and D. F. Ollis, Biochemical Engineering Fundamentals, 2nd Ed., McGraw-Hill,
New York, 1986.
P. F. Stanbury and A. Whitaker, Principles of Fermentation Technology, 2nd Ed., Butterworth
Heinemann, New York, 1999.
M. L. Shuler and F. Kargi, Bioprocess Engineering: Basic Concepts, 2nd Ed., Prentice Hall, Englewood
Cliffs, NJ, 2001.
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Boundary Layer Theory -SYLLABUS
Navier-Stokes equation and its exact solutions, boundary layer approximations, two-dimensional
boundary layer equations, asymptotic theory, Blasius and Falkner Skan solutions, momentum
integral methods, introduction to axisymmetric and three-dimensional boundary layers,
compressible boundary layer equations, recovery factor, Reynolds analogy factor, heat transfer,
stability of boundary layer flows, turbulent flows-phenomenological theories, Reynolds stress,
turbulent boundary layer on flat plate, pipe flows, flows in pressure gradient.
References
1. Schlichting H., Boundary Layer Theory, McGraw-Hill, 1968.
2. Rosenhead(ed), Laminar Boundary, Clarendon Press, Oxford, 1962.
3. White, F. M., Viscous Fluid Flow, 3rd ed., McGraw-Hill (2006).
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Business Policy & Strategy : SYLLABUS
Introduction to Strategic Management
Understanding External Environment
Understanding Internal Environment
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Establishing Strategic Focus
Corporate Strategy
Business-Level Strategy
Competitive Strategies
Implementing Strategies I: Management
Implementing Strategies II: Organizational Issues
Strategic Evaluation and Control
REFERENCES :
1. Business Policy & Strategic Management by ‘Ravikant Mukherjee’, Neha Publishers &
Distributors, ISBN No. 818435181X
2. Business Policy by ‘Luffman’, Blackwell Publishing, ISBN No. 0631181954
3. Business Policy & Strategic Management by ‘Dr Pradip K Sinha’, Nirali Publishers, ISBN No
9380064039
4. Business Policy by ‘Azhar Kazmi’, TATA Mc Graw Hills, ISBN No. 0074602063
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Catalyst Design & Application –SYLLABUS
Basics of Catalysis
Types of Catalysis
Role of Catalysis in Petroleum Refining and Petrochemical Industry
Zeolites as Wonderful Catalytic Material and Chronology of their Development
Modifications of Zeolites for Various Applications
Preparations of Catalysts
Designing Specific Catalysts for Refining Processes (General Assembly of Solid Catalysts)
Determination of Physico-chemical Properties of catalysts
General Aspects of Catalyst Testing and Commercialization
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Global Refining Catalysts and Catalysis Research in India
References :
1. Catalyst Design : Optimal Distribution of Catalyst in Pellets, Reactors, and Membranes by
‘Massimo Morbidelli , Asterios Gavriilidis , Arvind Varma’ , Cambridge Univer Press, ISBN No
0521019850
2. Catalyst Design : Progress & Perspectives by ‘ Rutherford Aris’,
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Cellular and Wireless Communication-SYLLABUS
INTRODUCTION TO CELLULAR COMMUNICATION SYSTEMS: Evolution of mobile radio
communications, examples of wireless comm. systems, paging systems, Cordless telephone
systems, comparison of various wireless systems.
FUNDAMENTAL OF CELLULAR MOBILE SYSTEMS: Spectrum Allocation, basic Cellular Systems,
performance Criteria, Operation of cellular systems, analog cellular systems, digital Cellular
Systems.
DESIGN OF CELLULAR SYSTEM MOBILE SYSTEMS: Frequency Reuse, channel assignment
strategies, handoff Strategies, Interference and system capacity, tracking and grade off service,
improving coverage and capacity.
MODERN CELLULAR COMMUNICATION SYSTEMS: Second generation cellular networks, third
generation wireless networks, wireless in local loop, wireless local area networks, Blue tooth and
Personal Area networks.
MODULATION & MULTIPLE ACCESS TECHNIQUES FOR WIRELESS COMMUNICATION: Introduction
to Digital Modulation and Multiple Access, Phase Shift Keying and Minimum Shift Keying
Modulation techniques, FDMA, TDMA, Spread Spectrum multiple Access, space division multiple
access, packet ratio, capacity of a cellular systems.
WIRELESS NETWORKS: Basic of Wireless Networking, Types of Wireless Networks; WLANS:
Wireless Local Area Networks; WPANS: Wireless Personal Area Networks; WMANS: Wireless
Metropolitan Area Networks; Comparison; Wireless LAN-IEEE 802.11 Standard-Architecture-
Services-AdHoc Network-HiperLan-Blue Tooth.
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BOOKS:
1. Mobile Cellular Telecommunication: W.C.Y.Lee; 3rd Edition, McGraw Hill, 2007.
2. Wireless Communication Principles and Practice, Theodore S. Rappaport, Second Edition, Pearson Education, 2002.
3. Wireless Communications: Theodore S. Rappaport; Pearsons.
4. Mobile Communications: Jochen Schiller; Pearson
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Chemical and Biological Hazards and their control in Industrial Operations-SYLLABUS
Industrial processes and hazards potential, mechanical electrical, thermal and process
hazards. Safety and hazards regulations, Industrial hygiene.
Factories Act, 1948 and Environment (Protection) Act, 1986 and rules thereof.
Preventive and protective management from fires and explosions.
Hazards identification-toxicity, fire, static electricity, noise and dust concentration;
Material safety data sheet, hazards indices- Dow and Mond indices, hazard
operability (HAZOP) and hazard analysis (HAZAN).
Spill and leakage of liquids, vapors, gases and their mixture from storage tanks and
equipment; Estimation of leakage/spill rate through hole, pipes and vessel burst;
Isothermal and adiabatic flows of gases, spillage and leakage of flashing liquids, pool
evaporation and boiling; Release of toxics and dispersion.
Naturally buoyant and dense gas dispersion models; Effects of momentum and
buoyancy; Mitigation measures for leaks and releases.
Oil, natural gas, chlorine and ammonia storage and transportation hazards.
References :
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1. Hazardous Chemicals in the Polymer Industry by ‘Nicholas P Cheremisinoff , Cheremisinof ,
Cheremisinoff P Cheremisinoff’
2. Hazardous Chemical Safety Guide for the Machining & Metalworking Industries by ‘H Richard P
Pohanish’
3. Major Hazards and their Management I Chem by ‘ GL Wells’
4. Crowl D.A. and Louvar J.F., “Chemical Process Safety: Fundamentals with Applications”, 2nd Ed.,
Prentice Hall.2001.
5. Mannan S., “Lee’s Loss Prevention in the Process Industries”, Vol.I, 3rdEd.,
ButterworthHeinemann.2004.
6. Mannan S., “Lee’s Loss Prevention in the Process Industries”,Vol.II,3rd Ed.,
ButterworthHeinemann.2005. 4. Mannan S., “Lee’s Loss Prevention in the Process
Industries”,Vol.III,3rdEd., ButterworthHeinemann.2005.
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Chemical Reactor Engineering and Design-SYLLABUS
INTRODUCTION
IDEAL REACTORS
Analysis and Design of Homogeneous Ideal Reactors, Non-isothermal Ideal Reactors
NON-IDEAL REACTORS
Non-idealities in Reactors, e.g., RTD, etc.
HETEROGENEOUS PROCESSES AND CATALYSTS
Global Rates of Reaction, Types of Heterogeneous Reactions, Mechanism of Catalytic
Reactions, Internal Transport Processes, Reaction and Diffusion in Porous Catalysts,
Intra-pellet Mass Transfer, Intra-pellet Heat Transfer, Mass Transfer with Reaction,
Mass and Heat Transfer with Reaction, Effect of Internal Transport on Selectivity and
Poisoning
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FIXED BED REACTORS
External Transport Processes in Heterogeneous Reactions in Fixed Bed Reactors, Effect
of Physical Processes on Observed Rates of Reaction, Mass and Heat Transfer
Coefficients in Packed Beds, Quantitative Treatment of External Transport Effects,
Stable Operating Conditions, Effect of External Transport Processes on Selectivity,
Particle-Fluid Mass and Heat Transfer, Design of Heterogeneous Catalytic Reactors,
Slurry Reactor
FLUIDIZED BED REACTORS
Some Elementary Models
CASE STUDIES
Fixed Bed Reactors: Case Studies, Fluidized Bed Reactors: Two-Phase Fluidized-Bed
Model, Operating Characteristics, Slurry Reactor Models
References:
J. M. Smith, Chemical Engineering Kinetics, 2nd Ed., McGraw Hill, New York, 1981.
O. Levenspeil, Chemical Reaction Engineering, 3rd Ed., Wiley, New York, 1998.
L. D. Schmidt, The Engineering of Chemical Reactions, Oxford University Press, Oxford, 1998.
H. Scott Fogler, Elements of Chemical Reaction Engineering, 4th Ed., Prentice Hall, Englewood Cliffs,
2005.
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Combinatorial Chemistry-SYLLABUS
Introduction
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Solid Phase Synthesis, Liquid Phase Synthesis, Methods of Parallel and Mixed
Combinatorial Synthesis, Deconvolution and High Throughput 0creening
Organic reactions popular in combinatorial chemistry.
Solution-phase parallel synthesis.
Mixture-based compound libraries. Techniques for extracting information from highly
pooled samples, including iterative deconvolution, positional scanning and bead-based
screening. Methods for bead encoding.
Principles of compound library design. Lipinski’s rules and other guidelines for drug like
properties. The concept of privileged scaffolds, illustrated by benzodiazepines and
arylindoles.
Natural product and natural product-like libraries. The differences between synthetic
compounds and natural products, and methods for exploiting the latter as a source of
molecular diversity.
Case studies of combinatorial chemistry in drug discovery. Examples utilising both solid-
phase and solution-phase synthesis, and involving both pooled and discrete compound
libraries.
REFERENCES :
1. Combinatorial Chemistry by Frederic P Miller, Agnes F Vandome , John Mc Brewster
2. Combinatorial Chemistry by W Bannwarth & B Hinzen
3. Exploiting Chemical Diversity for Drug by P A Bartlett & R M Entzeroth
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Combustion Modeling-SYLLABUS
Introduction: Introduction to combustion, Applications of combustion, Types of fuel and oxidizers,
Characterization of fuel, various combustion mode, Scope of combustion. Thermodynamics of
Combustion: Thermodynamics properties, Laws of thermodynamics, Stoichiometry, Thermo-
chemistry, adiabatic temperature, chemical equilibrium. Basic Reaction Kinetics, Elementary
reactions, Chain reactions. Physics of Combustion: Fundamental laws of transport phenomena,
Conservations Equations, Transport in Turbulent Flow Atmosphere, Chemical Emission from
combustion, Quantification of emission, Emission control method. Premixed Flame: One
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dimensional combustion wave, Laminar premixed flame, Burnings velocity measurement
methods, Effects of chemical and physical variables on Burning velocity, Flame extinction, Ignition,
Flame stabilizations, Turbulent Premixed flame. Diffusion Flame: Gaseous Jet diffusion flame,
Liquid fuel combustion, Atomization, Spray Combustion, Solid fuel combustion. Atmosphere,
Chemical Emission from combustion, Quantification of emission, Emission control methods.
References
1. Damkohler, G. The Effect of Turbulence on the Flame Velocity in Gas Mixtures, NACA TM 1112,
1947
2. Kuo, K.K., Principles of Combustion, John Wily & Sons, Singapore, 1986.
3. William, F.A., Combustion Theory, 2nd ed., Addision-Wesley Publishing Co., Redwood City, CA,
1985.
4. Strehlow, R. A., Combustion Fundamentals, McGraw-Hill, New York, 1985
5. Lewis, B and Von Elebe, G, Combustion Flames and Explosions of Gases 3rd ed., Academic Press,
Orlando, 1987
6. Glassman, I, Combustion, 3rd ed., Academic Press, New York, 1996
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Competitive Intelligence-SYLLABUS
Introduction to Competitive Intelligence
The Secret of Competitive Intelligence, How do Companies Compete?, Key Intelligence
Topics
Sources of Competitive Intelligence
Overview of Sources of Intelligence, Secondary Sources of Intelligence, Intelligence on the
Internet, Primary Sources of Intelligences,
Practice of Competitive Intelligence and Issues
Competitive Intelligence Resources, Verifying Intelligence, Ethical and Legal Aspects of
Competitive Intelligence, Art of Analysis: Turning Information into Intelligence,
Dissemination, Counter-Intelligence, Deception and Misinformation, Competitive
Intelligence Practices Around the World
Case Studies in Competitive Intelligence
REFERENCES :
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1. Competitive Intelligence by ‘Frederic P Miller, Agnes F Vandome, John Mc Brewster, Alphascript
Publishishing, Publish Date: 2009-12-31
2. Competitive Intelligence by Chris West, Palgrave Macmillan, ISBN No 0333786696
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Compressible Flows-SYLLABUS
1-D Gas Dynamics: governing equations, isentropic flow with area change, area-Mach number
relations, R-H equations, normal shocks. 1-D Wave Motion: wave propagation , simple and finite
waves , Riemann shock tube problem , 2-D waves, governing equations , oblique shocks, charts,
shock polar and pressure deflection diagrams , Prandtl-Meyer expansion waves , reflection and
interaction of waves , supersonic free jets. Linearized Flow: subsonic flow , Goethert’s and Prandtl-
Glauert rules , hodograph methods , supersonic flow , supersonic thin airfoils , 2-D airfoils, method
of characteristics, the compatibility equation, applications, supersonic nozzle design, combined
friction and heat transfer, combined friction and area change, conditions at sonic point, transonic
flow, measurements in compressible flows.
References
1. Shapiro, A. H., Dynamics and Thermodynamics of Compressible Fluid Flow, Vol. 1 & 2, Wiley &
Sons (1953).
2. Liepmann, H. W. and Roshko, A., Elements of Gas Dynamics, Dover Publications (2001).
3. Thompson, P. A., Compressible Fluid Dynamics, McGraw-Hill (1972).
4. Saad, M. A., Compressible Fluid Flow, 2nd ed., Prentice Hall (1993).
5. John, J. E. A. and Keith, T., Gas Dynamics, 3rd ed., Prentice Hall (2006).
6. Rathakrishnan, E., Gas Dynamics, 2nd ed., Prentice Hall (2009).
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Computational Fluid Dynamics-SYLLABUS
Fundamental Concepts
Introduction - Basic Equations of Fluid Dynamics - Incompressible In viscid Flows: Source,
Vortex and Doublet Panel, Methods - Lifting Flows over Arbitrary Bodies. Mathematical
Properties of Fluid Dynamics Equations -_ Elliptic, Parabolic and Hyperbolic Equations - Well
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Posed Problems - Discretization of Partial Differential Equations -Transformations and Grids -
Explicit Finite difference methods of Subsonic, Supersonic and Viscous Flows.
Panel Methods
Introduction – Source Panel Method – Vortex Panel Method – Applications.
Discretization
Boundary Layer Equations and Methods of Solution -Implicit Time Dependent Methods for
Inviscid and Viscous Compressible Flows - Concept of Numerical Dissipation --Stability
Properties of Explicit and Implicit Methods - Conservative Upwind Discretization for Hyperbolic
Systems - Further advantages of Upwind Differencing.
Finite Element Techniques
Finite Element Techniques in Computational Fluid Dynamics; Introduction - Strong and Weak
Formulations of a Boundary Value Problem - Strong Formulation - Weighted Residual
Formulation - Galerkin Formulation - Weak Formulation - Variational Formulation - Piecewise
Defined Shape functions - Implementation of the FEM - The Solution Procedure.
Finite Volume Techniques
Finite Volume Techniques - Cell Centered Formulation - ~ Lax - Vendoroff Time Stepping -
Runge - Kutta Time Stepping - Multi - stage Time Stepping - Accuracy -. Cell Vertex Formulation
- Multistage Time Stepping - FDM -like Finite Volume Techniques - Central and Up-wind Type
Discretizations - Treatment of Derivatives.
REFERENCES :
1. Computational fluid Dynamic: the basic with application .-Tata MCgraw Hill
2. A Introduction to computational fluid dynamic by Versteeg, W Malasekra.- Pearson
3. Introduction to Computational Fluid Dynamic by Niyogi. serial publisher
4. Essential computational Fluid Dynamics by Oleg Zikanov.- Wiley
5. J.C. Tannehil, D.A. Anderson, and R.H. Pletcher, Computational Fluid Mechanics and Heat
Transfer , 2nd Edition,
6. Taylor & Francis, 1997, ISBN 1-56032-046-X.
7. J.H. Fereziger and M. Peric Computational Methods for Fluid Dynamics, 2001.
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8. J.D. Anderson, Jr., Computational Fluid Dynamics: The Basic with Applications, McGraw Hill, Inc.,
1995.
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Computational Gas Dynamics –SYLLABUS
Governing equations of compressible fluid flows, classification of partial differential equations,
analysis of hyperbolic conservation laws, basics of discretization, finite difference and finite
volume methods, numerical diffusion, numerical methods for scalar and vector conservation laws,
central and upwind discretization methods, flux splitting methods, Riemann solvers, Kinetic
(Boltzmann) schemes, relaxation schemes.
References
1. Laney B., Computational Gas Dynamics.
2. Toro E.F., Riemann Solvers and Numerical Methods for Fluid Dynamics.
3. Godlewski E. and Raviart P., Numerical Approximation of Hyperbolic System of Conservation
Laws.
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Control System Engineering-SYLLABUS
CONTROL SYSTEM MODELLING
System concept, differential equations and transfer functions. Modelling of electric systems,
translational and rotational mechanical systems, Simple electromechanical systems.
Block diagram representation of systems – Block diagram reduction methods – Closed loop
transfer function, determination of signal flow graph. Mason’s gain formula – Examples.
Mathematical modeling of: Stepper motors – AC servo motor – DC servo motor – Synchros –
sensors and encoders – DC tacho generator – AC tacho generator – Hydraulic controller –
Pneumatic controller – Typical application of control system in industry.
TIME DOMAIN ANALYSIS
Test signals – time response of first order and second order systems – time domain specifications
– types and order of systems – generalised error co-efficients – steady state errors – concepts of
stability –
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FREQUENCY DOMAIN ANALYSIS
Introduction – correlation between time and frequency response – stability analysis using Routh-
Hurwitz criteria – Root locus. Bode plots, Polar plots, Nichols chart and Nyquist stability criterion –
Gain margin – phase margin.
Controller modes
ON/OFF controller, Multiposition controllers, P, PI and PID controllers, Realization of controller
modes
COMPENSATORS
Realization of basic compensators – cascade compensation in time domain and frequency domain
and feedback compensation – design of lag, lead, lag-lead compensator using Bode plot and Root
locus.
State Space Analysis of Continuous System:
Review of state variable representation of continuous system, conversion of state variable models
to transfer function and vice-versa, solution of state equations and state transition matrix,
controllability and observability, design of state observer and controller
References:
1. M. Gopal, Control systems, fourth Edition, Mc Graw Hill Education
2. I.J. Nagrath, Control systems engineering, New Age International.
3. William L. Brogan. Modern Control Theory, 3rd Edition
4. Norman S nise, Control systems engineering, sixth edition, John Wiley & Sons, Inc
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Corporate Governance-SYLLABUS
Corporate Governance
Meaning and Objectives of corporate governance, Theories of corporate governance, Agency
theory- separation of ownership and control, Corporate governance models, Stakeholders in
corporate governance, Established principles of corporate governance- OECD, ICGN, APEC,
CALPERS
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Corporate Governance Systems and Codes
Corporate Governance Systems – British, American, German, French, Japanese
Need of corporate governance code, Social Responsibility of Corporates, Corporate Social
Reporting,
Values and Ethics Impact in Business
Indian Value System and business, Teaching from scriptures, cultures and traditions,
Ethical Issues in Capitalism and other market systems, Ethics and social responsibility
Role of Board of Directors in Corporate Governance
Kinds of board structures, Board composition, Effective board & its role, Functions of the board
under Companies Act, Moving towards a balanced board, Independent directors, Women
directors,
Corporate Governance in India
History of corporate governance in India, Companies Act and Corporate Governance, SEBI and
Corporate Governance, Corporate Disclosure and Investor Protection, Committees on Corporate
Governance in India
Contemporary and Emerging Dimensions of Corporate Governance
Governance problems for global companies, Insider trading, Risk management, Corporate
Strategy, Transparency & disclosure, Role of auditors, Role of institutional investors, Whistle
blower protection, Corporate social responsibility, Corporate environmental responsibility,
Corporate governance ratings.
REFERENCES:
Corporate Governance, 1st edn., 2015, Indian Institute of Corporate Affairs, Taxmann Publications
(P.) Ltd., New Delhi.
Adrian Cadbury, Corporate Governance and Chairmanship, 1st Indian Edition 2003, Oxford
university Press.
Corporate Governance – Modules on Best Practice, 8th revised edition, 2009. Institute of
Company Secretaries of India, ICSI, New Delhi
S Singh, Corporate Governance Global Concepts and Practices, 1st edn. 2005, Excel Books, New
Delhi.
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Scott C. Newquist with Max B. Russell, Corporate Governance, Putting Investors first, 2nd
Impression 2006, Jaico Publishing House, Mumbai.
A.C. Fernando, Corporate Governance, 2nd edn., 2013, Dorling Kindersley(India) Pvt. Ltd.
Andrew Crane and Dirk Matten, Business Ethics, 2007, Oxford University Press.
K.R. Chandratre, Bharat’s Manual of Corporate Law Compliance & Corporate Governance, 1st edn.
2006, Bharat Law House, New Delhi.
V. Sithapathy and Ramadevi R. Iyer, Corporate Governance Practices & procedures, Taxmann
Publications (P.) Ltd., New Delhi.
S.S. Iyer - Managing for Value (New Age International Publishers, 2002)
Laura P Hartman Abha Chatterjee - Business Ethics (Tata McGraw Hill, 2007)
S.K. Bhatia - Business Ethics and Managerial Values (Deep & Deep Publications Pvt.Ltd, 2000)
Velasquez – Business Ethics – Concepts and Cases (Prentice Hall, 6th Ed.)
Reed Darryl – Corporate Governance, Economic Reforms & Development (Oxford).
Mathur UC – Corporate Governance & Business Ethics (Mc Millan).
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Cryptography & Network Security-SYLLABUS
Introduction: Security trends, OSI security architecture, security attacks, security services
and mechanisms.
Symmetric key cryptography: Classical encryption techniques, Block ciphers and DES, finite
fields. AES, Multiple encryption, Triple DES, Block ciphers modes, Stream ciphers, RC4,
Traffic confidentiality, Key distribution, Random Number generation.
Primer for public key cryptography: Prime numbers, Fermat and Euler’s theorem, testing
primality, Chinese remainder theorem, discrete logarithms.
Public key cryptography: Principles, RSA, Key management, Diffie-Helman key exchange,
Elliptical curve cryptography.
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Message Authentication and Hash functions: MAC, Hash functions, security of hasc
functions and MAC, HMAC, Whirlpool, CMAC, Digital signatures, authentication protocols,
digital signature standard.
Network Security Applications: Authentication: Kerberos, X.509, PKI. Email Security: PGP,
S/MIME. IP security: overview, Architecture. Web Security: SSL, TLS, SET.
System Security: Students seminars in class on Intruders, Malicious Software, Firewalls.
References :
1. Atul Kahate, “Cryptography and Network Security”, TMH 11
2. William Stallings, “Cryptography and Network Security (4th Edition)”, PEARSON Education
3. Behrouz A. Forouzan, “Cryptography and Network Security”, McGraw-Hill Education
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Data Mining-SYLLABUS
Introduction:
What is Data Mining? Motivating Challenges; The origins of data mining; Data Mining Tasks. Types
of Data; Data Quality.
Data:
Data Preprocessing; Measures of Similarity and Dissimilarity
Classification:
Preliminaries; General approach to solving a classification problem; Decision tree induction; Rule-
based classifier; Nearest-neighbor classifier.
Association Analysis :
Problem Definition; Frequent Itemset generation; Rule Generation; Compact representation of
frequent itemsets; Alternative methods for generating frequent itemsets.
Association Analysis
FP-Growth algorithm, Evaluation of association patterns; Effect of skewed support distribution;
Sequential patterns.
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Cluster Analysis
Overview, K-means, Agglomerative hierarchical clustering, DBSCAN, Overview of Cluster
Evaluation.
Further Topics in Data Mining
Multidimensional analysis and descriptive mining of complex data objects; Spatial data mining;
Multimedia data mining; Text mining; Mining the WWW. Outlier analysis.
Applications
Data mining applications; Data mining system products and research prototypes; Additional
themes on Data mining; Social impact of Data mining; Trends in Data mining.
References:
Pang-Ning Tan, Michael Steinbach, Vipin Kumar: Introduction to Data Mining, Pearson Education,
2007.
Jiawei Han and Micheline Kamber: Data Mining – Concepts and Techniques, 2nd Edition, Morgan
Kaufmann, 2006.
K.P.Soman, Shyam Diwakar, V.Ajay: Insight into Data Mining – Theory and Practice, PHI, 2006.
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Data Mining & Archiving-SYLLABUS
Introduction
Basic Data Mining Tasks, Data Mining Issues, Data Mining Metrics, Data Mining from a
Database Perspective.
Data Mining Techniques
A Statistical Perspective on Data Mining, Similarity Measures, Decision Trees, Networks,
Genetic Algorithms.
Classification
Statistical-Based Algorithms, Distance-Based Algorithms, Decision Tree-Based Algorithms,
Neural Network-Based Algorithms, Rule-Based Algorithms, Combining Techniques.
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Clustering
Similarity and Distance Measures, Hierarchical Algorithms, Partitional Algorithms,
Clustering Large Databases, Clustering with Categorical Attributes.
Association Rules
Basic Algorithms, Parallel and Distributed Algorithms, Incremental Rules, Advanced
Association Rule Techniques, Measuring the Quality of Rules.
Advanced Techniques
Web Mining, Spatial Mining, Temporal Mining.
References:
1. M. H. Dunham. Data Mining: Introductory and Advanced Topics. Pearson Education. 2001.
2. J. Han and M. Kamber. Data Mining: Concepts and Techniques. Morgan Kaufman. 2001.
3. H. Witten and E. Frank. Data Mining: Practical Machine Learning Tools and Techniques. Morgan
Kaufmann. 2000.
4. D. Hand, H. Mannila and P. Smyth. Principles of Data Mining.Prentice-Hall. 2001.
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Database Warehousing & Data Mining-SYLLABUS
Introduction and Data Warehousing
Introduction, Data Warehouse, Multidimensional Data Model, Data Warehouse
Architecture, Implementation, Further Development, Data Warehousing to Data Mining
Data Preprocessing, Language, Architectures, Concept Description
Why Preprocessing, Cleaning, Integration, Transformation, Reduction, Discretization,
Concept Hierarchy Generation, Data Mining Primitives, Query Language, Graphical User
Interfaces, Architectures, Concept Description, Data Generalization, Characterizations,
Class Comparisons, Descriptive Statistical Measures.
Association Rules
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Association Rule Mining, Single-Dimensional Boolean Association Rules from Transactional
Databases, Multi-Level Association Rules from Transaction Databases
Classification and Clustering
Classification and Prediction, Issues, Decision Tree Induction, Bayesian Classification,
Association Rule Based, Other Classification Methods, Prediction, Classifier Accuracy,
Cluster Analysis, Types of data, Categorisation of methods, Partitioning methods, Outlier
Analysis.
Data Design and Data Representation
Information Access and Delivery
Data Mining Algorithms
Data Mining Primitives
Advanced Topics
Spatial Mining, Temporal Mining, Visualization : Data Generalization and Summarization-
Based
Characterization, Analytical Characterization: Analysis of Attribute Relevance, Mining Class
Comparisons: Discriminating between different Classes, Mining Descriptive Statistical
Measures in
Large Databases
RECENT TRENDS
Multidimensional Analysis and Descriptive Mining of Complex Data Objects, Spatial
Databases, Multimedia Databases, Time Series and Sequence Data, Text Databases, World
Wide Web, Applications and Trends in Data Mining
References :
1. J. Han, M. Kamber, “Data Mining: Concepts and Techniques”, Harcourt India / Morgan
Kauffman, 2001.
2. Margaret H.Dunham, “Data Mining: Introductory and Advanced Topics”, Pearson Education
2004.
3. Sam Anahory, Dennis Murry, “Data Warehousing in the real world”, Pearson Education 2003.
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4. David Hand, Heikki Manila, Padhraic Symth, “Principles of Data Mining”, PHI 2004.
5. W.H.Inmon, “Building the Data Warehouse”, 3rd Edition, Wiley, 2003.
6. Alex Bezon, Stephen J.Smith, “Data Warehousing, Data Mining & OLAP”, MeGraw-Hill Edition,
2001.
7. Paulraj Ponniah, “Data Warehousing Fundamentals”, Wiley-Interscience Publication, 2003.
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Database Management System & Data Modelling-SYLLABUS
Introduction and Conceptual Modeling
Introduction to File and Database systems- Database system structure – Data Models –
Introduction to Network and Hierarchical Models – ER model – Relational Model –
Relational Algebra and Calculus.
Relational Model
SQL – Data definition- Queries in SQL- Updates- Views – Integrity and Security – Relational
Database design – Functional dependences and Normalization for Relational Databases (up
to BCNF). Conceptual Foundation of the DBMS, Conceptual Foundation of the Relational
Model, Data Modeling Technique, Relational Mapping and Normalization, Relational
Algebra review and SQL, DB-2 Architecture
Data Storage and Query Processing
Record storage and Primary file organization- Secondary storage Devices- Operations on
Files- Heap File- Sorted Files- Hashing Technique.
Query Processing and Optimization
Transaction Management
Transaction Processing – Introduction- Need for Concurrency control- Desirable properties
of Transaction- Schedule and Recoverability- Serializability and Schedules – Concurrency
Control – Types of Locks- Two Phases locking- Deadlock- Time stamp based concurrency
control – Recovery Techniques – Concepts- Immediate Update- Deferred Update - Shadow
Paging.
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DATA MODELING USING THE ENTITY-RELATIONSHIP APPROACH
Top Down Approach: ERD Diagrams,Concept of Data Association, Entities, Attributes,
Relationship Types, relationship sets,Roles and Structural constraint, and working with SQL,
Designing ER Diagrams, naming convention and Design issue
Current Trends
Object Oriented Databases – Need for Complex Data types- OO data Model- Nested
relations- Complex Types- Inheritance Reference Types - Distributed databases-
Homogenous and Heterogenous- Distributed data Storage – XML – Structure of XML- Data-
XML Document- Schema- Querying and Transformation. – Data Mining and Data
Warehousing.
References :
1. Abraham Silberschatz, Henry F. Korth and S. Sudarshan- “Database System Concepts”, Fourth
Edition, McGraw-Hill, 2002.
2. Raghu Ramakrishnan, “Database Management System ”, Tata McGraw-Hill Publishing
Company, 2003.
3. Hector Garcia–Molina, Jeffrey D.Ullman and Jennifer Widom- “Database System
Implementation”- Pearson Education- 2000.
4. Peter Rob and Corlos Coronel- “Database System, Design, Implementation and Management”,
Thompson Learning Course Technology- Fifth edition, 2003.
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Database Management Systems-SYLLABUS
Introduction
Data, Information and Information Processing, Secondary (Auxiliary) Storage Devices, Files, File
Organization and File Structures, Indexing and Hashing, Introduction to Database Management
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Systems (DBMS), Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC) and Database Development Life Cycle
(DDLC), Introduction to Relational Database Management Systems (RDBMS)
Database Architecture, Design and Data Modelling
Database Architecture and Data Modeling, Entity-Relationship (E-R) Modeling, Enhanced Entity-
Relationship (EER) Model, Data Normalization, Function Dependencies & Normalization for
relational Databases: Functional Dependencies, Normal Forms based on Primary Keys, (1NF, 2NF,
3NF & BCNF), Lossless Join and Dependency Preserving Decomposition (4NF, 5NF), Domain Key
Normal Form.
Query Languages
Relational Algebra and Relational Calculus, (Tables), Introduction to Structured Query Language
(SQL), Tables, Views and Indexes, Nulls, Queries and Subqueries, Aggregate Functions, Insert,
Update and Delete Operations, Cursors, Joins and Unions, Programming with SQL, Query-by-
Example (QBE), QUEL, Triggers, Query Processing and Optimization
Database Implementation Issues
Database Security, Data Integrity, Transaction Management and Concurrency Control, Backup and
Recovery
Database Technologies
Evolution of Computing Models, Client/Server Technology and Client/Server Databases,
Distributed Databases, Multidimensional Data and Databases, Parallel Processing and Parallel
Databases, Spatial and Multimedia Databases, Mobile Computing and Mobile Databases, Web
Databases
Database Applications
Knowledge Discovery in Databases (KDD), Data Warehouses and Data Marts,Data Mining, On-Line
Transaction Processing (OLTP), On-Line Analytical Processing (OLAP), Customer Relationship
Management (CRM), Supply Chain Management (SCM), Geographic Information System (GIS)
References :
1. Database Management Systems by ‘Alex leon’ and ‘Mathews Leon’
2. Database Management Systems by Gupta, TATA Mc Graw Hill, ISBN 007107273X
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Design & Analysis of Advanced Algorithms-SYLLABUS
Notion of an Algorithm – Fundamentals of Algorithmic Problem Solving – Important
Problem Types – Fundamentals of the Analysis of Algorithm Efficiency – Analysis
Framework – Asymptotic Notations and its properties – Mathematical analysis for
Recursive and Non-recursive algorithms.
Brute Force – Closest-Pair and Convex-Hull Problems-Exhaustive Search – Traveling
Salesman Problem – Knapsack Problem – Assignment problem. Divide and conquer
methodology – Merge sort – Quick sort – Binary search – Multiplication of Large
Integers – Strassen’s Matrix Multiplication-Closest-Pair and Convex-Hull Problems.
Computing a Binomial Coefficient – Warshall’s and Floyd’ algorithm – Optimal Binary
Search Trees –Knapsack Problem and Memory functions. Greedy Technique– Prim’s
algorithm- Kruskal’s Algorithm-Dijkstra’s Algorithm-Huffman Trees.
The Simplex Method-The Maximum-Flow Problem – Maximum Matching in Bipartite
Graphs- The Stable marriage Problem. Limitations of Algorithm Power-Lower-Bound
Arguments-Decision Trees-P, NP and NP-Complete Problems–Coping with the Limitations –
Backtracking – n-Queens problem – Hamiltonian Circuit Problem – Subset Sum Problem-
Branch and Bound – Assignment problem – Knapsack Problem –Traveling Salesman
Problem- Approximation Algorithms for NP – Hard Problems – Traveling Salesman problem
– Knapsack problem.
References:
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1. Anany Levitin, “Introduction to the Design and Analysis of Algorithms”, Third Edition,
Pearson Education, 2012.
Thomas H.Cormen, Charles E.Leiserson, Ronald L. Rivest and Clifford Stein, “Introduction
to Algorithms”, Third Edition, PHI
Learning Private Limited, 2012.
Alfred V. Aho, John E. Hopcroft and Jeffrey D. Ullman, “Data Structures and Algorithms”,
Pearson Education, Reprint 2006.
Donald E. Knuth, “The Art of Computer Programming”, Volumes 1& 3 Pearson Education,
2009. Steven S. Skiena, “The Algorithm Design Manual”, Second Edition, Springer, 2008.
http://nptel.ac.in/
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Design of Concrete Structures-SYLLABUS
Introduction
(A) Introduction to various design philosophies of R.C. structures: working stress method, ultimate
load method, limit state method , limit state of collapse, limit state of serviceability, limit state of
durability, characteristic strength, characteristic load, partial safety factors for material strengths
and loads. Study of structural properties of concrete.
(B) Limit state method for flexure: (Singly Reinforced Rectangular Section) assumptions, stress &
strain diagram, MR of Balanced, under reinforced & over reinforced RC sections.
(C) Moment of resistance of doubly reinforced & flanged section
Design of Beam
(A) Design of beams for flexure, shear and bond
(B) For simply supported & cantilever beams.
(C) For continuous beams using IS code coefficient method.
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Design of Slab
(A) Design of one way simply supported, cantilever & continuous slabs
(B) Design of Two way simply supported & continuous slabs
(C) Design of dog legged stair case.
Design of Column & Footing
(A) Column: Introduction, strain and stress variation diagrams, axially loaded column
(B) Design of column for axial load, uniaxial & biaxial bending.
(C) Design of isolated pad footing for axial load & uniaxial bending.
Design of Retaining Wall
(A) Design of retaining
References
1. Reinforced Concrete-Limit State Design, A.K.Jain, Nem Chand & Bros.,Roorkee.
2. Reinforced Concrete, I.C.Syal & A,K,Goel, A.H,Wheeler & Co.Delhi.
3. SP-16(S&T)-1980, 'Design Aids for Reinforced Concrete to IS:456, BIS, N.Delhi.
4. SP-34(S&T)-1987 'Handbook on Concrete Reinforcement and Detailing', BIS, N.Delhi.
5. Reinforced Concrete Design – Pillai and Menon, TMH, New Delhi.
6. Vazirani, V.N., and Ratwani, Concrete Structures, Vol. IV, Khanna Publishers, New Delhi,
1995.
7. Dayaratnam, P., Design of Reinforced Concrete Structures, Oxford & IBH Publishers & Co.,
New Delhi, 2005.
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Digital Image Processing-SYLLABUS
DIGITAL IMAGE FUNDAMENTALS
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Elements of digital image processing systems, Vidicon and Digital Camera working principles, Elem
ents ofvisual perception, brightness, contrast, hue, saturation, mach band effect, Color image fun
damentals RGB,HSI models, Image sampling, Quantization, dither, Two-
dimensional mathematical preliminaries, 2Dtransforms - DFT, DCT, KLT, SVD.
IMAGE ENHANCEMENT
Histogram equalization and specification techniques, Noise distributions, Spatial averaging, Directi
onalSmoothing, Median, Geometric mean, Harmonic mean, Contraharmonic mean filters, Homom
orphic filtering,Color image enhancement.
IMAGE RESTORATION
Image Restoration-degradation model, Unconstrained restoration, Lagrange multiplier and
Constrained restoration, Inverse filtering, removal of blur caused by uniform linear motion,
Wiener filtering, Geometric transformations spatial transformations.
IMAGE SEGMENTATION
Edge detection, Edge linking via Hough transform – Thresholding – Region based segmentation –
Regiongrowing–Region splitting and Merging – Segmentation by morphological watersheds –
basic concepts–Dam construction–Watershed, segmentation algorithm.
IMAGE COMPRESSION
Need for data compression, Huffman, Run Length Encoding, Shift codes, Arithmetic
coding, Vector Quantization , Transform coding , JPEG standard, MPEG.
TEXTBOOK
Rafael C. Gonzalez, Richard E. Woods, , Digital Image Processing', Pearson, Second Edition,2004.
2. Anil K. Jain, , Fundamentals of Digital Image Processing', Pearson 2002.
REFERENCES
Kenneth R. Castleman, Digital Image Processing, Pearson, 2006.
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Rafael C. Gonzalez, Richard E. Woods, Steven Eddins,' Digital Image Processing using MATLAB',Pear
son Education, Inc., 2004.
D,E. Dudgeon and RM. Mersereau, , Multidimensional Digital Signal Processing', Prentice HallProfe
ssional Technical Reference, 1990.
William K. Pratt, , Digital Image Processing' , John Wiley, New York, 2002
Milan Sonka et aI, 'IMAGE PROCESSING, ANALYSIS AND MACHINE VISION', Brookes/Cole, VikasPubl
ishing House, 2nd edition, 1999,
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Drilling Engineering-SYLLABUS
• Practical Aspect of Well Planning & Costing, Preparation of GTO and
Drilling Plan
• Introduction to Rotary Drilling Equipment and Operation
• Types of Rigs (Onshore & Offshore)- Description of Systems, Hydraulics,
Hoisting, Power Transmission etc.
• Drilling Fluid Design, Bits and Maintenance
• Drilling Mechanics, Hazards and Complications in Drilling – Blow Out,
Stuck Up, Fishing etc.
• Formation Evaluation, Coring, Sampling, WLL Tools & DST/RFT
• Casing String: Selection and Design
• Oil Well Cementing Practices
• Perforation and Well Activation
• HSE related to Drilling Operations
References:
1. Drilling Engineering, Heriot Watt University
2. Applied Drilling Engineering, Bourgoyne, A.T.,Milthem,K.K., Chenevert,M.E
.and Young,F.S, SPE, Richardson, 1986
3. Advanced Oil Well Drilling Engineering, Mitchell, B. SPE, Richardson, 1974
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Drilling Technology-SYLLABUS
Introduction
Power Plants
Rotary System
Hoisting Equipment
Drilling Fluid Circulating System
Drilling Fluids
Well Control System
Casings
Oil well Cements & Cementing Operations
Hydraulics in Drilling Operations
Drilling Practices
Fishing Tools and Practices
Safety and Environmental Issues
References :
1. Drilling Technology in Non Technical Language by Deverox & Steve, Pennwell, ISBN 1593702647
2. High Technology in Drilling and Exploration by Chugh, Oxford IBH, ISBN 8120407121
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Economics and Management Decisions- SYLLABUS
Introduction to Managerial Economics: Definition, Nature and Scope of Managerial
Economics, Application of Economics to Business Decision, Relationship of Economics with
various areas of Management and OR; role of managerial economist.
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Demand and Supply Functions –Theory of Demand: Demand Analysis, Elasticity of demand,
types and significance of Elasticity of Demand. Demand estimation – Marketing research
approaches to demand estimation. Need for forecasting, forecasting techniques. Supply
Analysis – Supply function, the Law of Supply, Elasticity of Supply. Practical Problems on
Demand curve and Demand Function
Production & Cost Analysis - Production & Production Function: Concept, Forms of
production function, Law of variable Proportions, Returns to scale. Cost concept, Short
term and long term cost. Average cost curves, cost output relationship, Cost curves,
Economies & Diseconomies of scale. Practical Problems on estimation of production
function – Cobb-Douglas production function.
Market Structure and Pricing practices: Features and Types of different competitive
situations - Price-Output determination in Perfect competition, Monopoly, Monopolistic
competition and Oligopoly both the long run and short run. Pricing philosophy – Pricing
methods in practice: Price discrimination, Practical Problems on pricing.
National Income: basic concept-measurement of national income concept of GDP & GNP –
Methods of measuring national income-net output method, income determination
theorem, concept of equilibrium income, factors determining level of income factor
income method, expenditure method; Practical Problems on computation of national
income. Concept of multiplier accelerator.
Business cycles & Stabilization - Concept, Causes & Impact of business cycle , Policy;
Inflation & deflation- types, causes, effects remedial measures; Monetary and Fiscal policy-
meaning, scope and instruments; Factors determining economic environment of business.
References:
1. Managerial Economics, P. L. Mehta, Sultan Chand & Sons, New Delhi
2. Managerial Economics, D.N.Dwidevi, Vikas Publishing House Pvt. Ltd.
3. Managerial economics in a Global economy, Dominick Salvatore, Thomson learning Press
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E-Enterprise Management-SYLLABUS
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Knowledge Management
Enterprise Resource Planning
Data Mining and Warehousing
CRM
Supply Chain Management
E-Business
Intranet Portals
References :
1. E-Enterprise Business Models, Architecture and Components by Faisal Hoque, Tom Trainer, Dale
Kutnik, Cambridge Univ Press, ISBN 052177487X
2. E-Enterprise perspectives in contemporary web –speed economy by Jaya Krishna S, ICFAI, ISBN
8131403343
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Electrical Machines and Drives - Syllabus
Basic Concept of Rotating Electric Machines & Electrical Drives
Basic structure of rotating electric machines, MMF space wave of a concentrated coil, MMF of
distributed single phase winding, Rotating magnetic field, Machine torques, torque in machine
with cylindrical air gaps. Components of electrical Drives - electric machines, power converter,
controllers. Motor-Load Dynamics, Speed Torque conventions and multi quadrant operation,
Equivalent values of drive parameters. Load Torque Components, Nature and classification of Load
Torques, Constant Torque and Constant Power operation of a Drive.
DC motor drives
DC motors & their performance (shunt, series, compound, permanent magnet motor, universal
motor, dc servomotor), Braking, converter control of dc motors - analysis of separately excited &
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series motor with single phase and three phase converters dual converter, analysis of chopper
controlled dc drives - Single quadrant, two quadrant and four quadrant chopper controlled drives.
Induction Motor Drives
Induction machines, 3 phase induction machine generalized model, voltage equation, equivalent
circuit, Torque slip characteristics. Stator voltage control of 3 phase induction motors, effect of
voltage variation on motor performance by ac voltage controllers -Variable frequency square wave
VSI drives - Twelve step inverters for induction motors - PWM drives - CSI drives. Rotor control:
Static rotor resistance control, Torque equation, slip power recovery- static Kramer system,
Scherbius system.
Synchronous Motor Drives
speed control of synchronous motors, adjustable frequency operation of synchronous motors,
principles of synchronous motor control voltage source inverter drive with open loop control, self-
controlled synchronous motor with electronic commutation, self-controlled synchronous motor
drive using load commutated..
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Electronics System Design-SYLLABUS
DESIGN OF POWER SUPPLIES
DC power supply design using transistors and SCRs, Design of crowbar and fold back protection
circuits, Switched mode power supplies, Forward, fly back, buck and boost converters, Design
of transformers and control circuits for SMPS.
INTRODUCTION TO RF DESIGN
RF behavior of passive components, Chip components and circuit board considerations,
Review of transmission lines, Impedance and admittance transformation, Parallel and series
connection of networks, ABCD and scattering parameters, Analysis of amplifier using scattering
parameter. RF filter – Basic resonator and filter configurations – Butterworth and Chebyshev
filters. Implementation of micro strip filters design. Band pass filter and cascading of band pass
filter elements.
RF TRANSISTOR AMPLIFIER DESIGN
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Impedance matching using discrete components. Micro strip line matching networks. Amplifier
classes of operation and biasing networks – Amplifier power gain, Unilateral design(S12 =0) –
Simple input and output matching networks – Bilateral design - Stability circle and conditional
stability, Simultaneous conjugate matching for unconditionally stable transistors. Broadband
amplifiers, High power amplifiers and multistage amplifiers.
DESIGN OF DATA ACQUISITION SYSTEMS
Amplification of Low level signals, Grounding, Shielding and Guarding techniques, Dual slope,
quad slope and high speed A/D converters, Microprocessors Compatible A/D converters,
Multiplying A/D converters and Logarithmic A/D converters, Sample and Hold, Design of two
and four wire transmitters.
DESIGN OF PRINTED CIRCUIT BOARDS
Introduction to technology of printed circuit boards (PCB), General lay out and rules and
parameters, PCB design rules for Digital, High Frequency, Analog, Power Electronics and
Microwave circuits, Computer Aided design of PCBs.
Text Books
1. Reinhold Luduig and Pavel Bretchko, RF Circuit Design – Theory and Applications, Pearson
Education, 2000.
2. Sydney Soclof, “Applications of Analog Integrated Circuits”, Prentice Hall of India, 1990.
3. Walter C.Bosshart, “Printed circuit Boards – Design and Technology”, TATA McGraw-Hill,
1983.
References
1. Keith H.Billings, “Handbook of Switched Mode Supplies” McGraw-Hill Publishing Co., 1989.
2. 2. Michael Jaacob, “Applications and Design with Analog Integrated Circuits” Prentice Hall
of India, 1991.
Otmar Kigenstein, “Switched Mode Power supplies in Practice”, John Wiley and Sons,
1989_________________
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Embedded Systems (Aerospace)-SYLLABUS
Introduction to embedded system, embedded system architecture, classifications of embedded
systems, challenges and design issues in embedded systems, fundamentals of embedded
processor and microcontrollers, CISC vs. RISC, fundamentals of Vonneuman/Harvard architectures,
types of microcontrollers. C concepts and programming- data types, advanced data types- register,
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constants, IO operations, operators, operator precedence and associatively, Conditional
statements & loops, arrays, single and double dimensional arrays, strings and string operations.
Functions: Parameter passing-Pass by Value, Pass by Reference; creating modular programs using
functions, Recursive functions. Structures & Unions: declaration, accessing members of structure,
difference between structure and union, User Defined Data Types, Enumerated data type.
Pointers: pointer basics and concepts, arrays and pointer relation, passing pointers to functions,
dynamic memory allocation. Files and file operations. Linked lists, stacks and queues. Pre-
processor directives, command line arguments. Differences between C and C++, Fundamentals of
object oriented programming; OOP vs.Procedure oriented programming, OOP concepts: classes,
objects, abstraction, polymorphism, inheritance, data binding and encapsulation. Basics of C++:
features of C++, data types, standard I/O, arrays and strings in C++. Classes in C++, instantiation,
creating objects and object scope, data abstraction, data encapsulation, constructors and
destructors, methods and access modifiers, function and operator overloading Inheritance-Base
and Derived classes, Inheritance types, Scope Resolution operator; polymorphism and virtual
functions, exception handling. Overview of AVR, GPRS, Data Memory, Status Registers, Data
Format and Directives, Assembling in AVR, Viewing registers and Memory with AVR Studio,
Branching Instructions and Looping, Call Instructions, Time Delay Instructions, I/O Port
Programming, Bit Manipulation, Embedded C: Data Types and time delay in ATmega 16, IO
Programming, Logic Operations, Data Conversions, Data Serializations, Memory Allocation, Data
types and Time delays, I/O Programming, Logic Operations, Data Conversions in C, Data
Serialization, Memory Allocation in C. LCD interface: LCD programming, I/O Synchronization,
Fixed-point numbers, Number conversions Interrupts: Interrupts and interrupt processing, Timer
and periodic (Output Compare), C Primer C/assembly interface, Digital-to-Analog Conversion
(DAC): Analog-to-Digital Conversion (ADC), Numerical calculations: Multiply/divide Table Lookup,
Interpolation, Serial I/O: Serial Communications Interface (SCI), Serial interrupts, USART, I2C,
Thread communication: Producer-consumer problems, FIFO queues, Stepper Motors: Motor
control, Controller state machines, Advanced Embedded Systems Design, Systems Engineering.
References
1. The AVR Microcontroller and Embedded Systems, Using Assembly and C, Muhammad Ali Mazidi
2. AVR Microcontroller-Internals, Instructions, Programming & Interfacing by Subrata Ghoshal. 3. The AVR Microcontroller by Kenneth Ayala. ________________________________________________________________________________ Embedded Systems-OLD SYLLABUS
HARDWARE FUNDAMENTALS
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Gates, timing diagram, memory, microprocessor, buses, DMA. Interrupts: Microprocessor
architecture, interrupts basics, Interrupt latency, shared data problem. System partitioning,
building the architectural model, Input and output processing, Hardware and software
portioning, timing requirement. Microprocessor selection, Microprocessor versus
micro-control analysis CISC versus RISC study of major embedded Microprocessor
architecture memory system design. system optimization architecture for embedded
software:- round robin, found robin with interrupts. Function queue scheduling and real
time operating system.
REAL TIME OPERATING SYSTEM
Tasks and task states, Task and data, Semaphores and shared data operating system
service: Inter task communication, timer service,memory management, events and
interaction between interrupt routines and real time operating system, software selection
issues, selection an RTOS, RTOS performance metrice, RTOS scalability and tool support
compiler selection.
EMBEDDED SYSTEM DESIGN USING REAL TIME OPERATING SYSTEM
Encapsulating semaphores and queues, hard real time scheduling consideration saving
memory space.
DEVELOPMENT TOOLS AND DEBUGGING
Hosh and target machines. Linker/location. Target system tasting. Instruction set. Asset
macro. Establishing a software development environment C runtime environment
embedded debuggers Cross- development methods embedded file formats . readers
creating object files- the build process loading software on to remote targets.
References :
1. Specification & Design of Embedded Systems by Daniel D Gajski, Jie Gong, Frank Vahid
1. Wayne Wolf, “Computers as Components: Principles of Embedded Computer System Design”,
Elsevier, 2006.
2. Michael J. Pont, “Embedded C”, Pearson Education , 2007.
3. Steve Heath, “Embedded System Design”, Elsevier, 2005.
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4. Muhammed Ali Mazidi, Janice Gillispie Mazidi and Rolin D. McKinlay, “The 8051 Microcontroller
and Embedded Systems”, Pearson Education, Second edition, 2007.
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Embedded Systems (ECE)-SYLLABUS
INTRODUCTION & AVR MICROCONTROLLER ARCHITECTURE
Embedded systems overview, Design challenge - optimizing design metrics, Common design
metrics, The time-to-market design metric, The NRE and unit cost design metric, The
performance design metric, Processor technology, General-purpose processors – software,
Single-purpose processors hardware, Architecture of AVR microcontroller, ATMEGA 8, 16,
memory organization , addressing modes, instruction set, programming techniques , Assembly
language & C programming- Development, Tools , Cross Compilers, Hardware Design Issues,
selection of components
AVR MICROCONTROLLER PERIPHERALS
LEDs, LCD, Memory, EEPROM, I/O Ports, Timers, Keyboard, DC Motor, Stepper, motor, Servo
motor, BLDC motor, UART, Interrupt Structure, Serial Communication with PC, ADC/DAC
Interfacing.
ARM ARCHITECTURE AND ORGANIZATION
Arcon RISC Machine, Architectural Inheritance, Core & Architectures -Registers, ARM Design
Philosophy, Registers, Program Status Register, Instruction Pipeline, Interrupts and Vector
Table, Architecture Revision, ARM Processor Families, ARM organization
ARM PROGRAMMING
Instruction Set: Data Processing Instructions, Addressing Modes, Branch, Load, Store
Instructions, PSR Instructions, Conditional Instructions., Thumb instruction set , The ARM
Programmer’s mode , ARM Development tools , Instruction cycle timings, ARM Assembly
Language Programming and ‘C Compiler programming, Applications of ARM in Wireless sensor
networks, Robotics
RTOS
Introduction to RTOS, Structure of OS, System calls, Tasks and Task states, foreground and
background systems, Conext switches, inter task communication, task assignment and task
scheduling, Preemptive and Non preemptive scheduling, Task assignment, task priorities,
priority inversion, interrupts, Semaphore, types, Event, Messages, mail boxes and pipes, Usage
of different models
Text Books:-
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1. ARM Systems Developer’s Guides- Designing & Optimizing System Software – Andrew N.
Sloss,
Dominic Symes, Chris Wright, 2008, Elsevier.
2. Steve Furber, ‘ARM system on chip architecture’, Addision Wesley
3. Andrew N. Sloss, Dominic Symes, Chris Wright, John Rayfield ‘ARM System Developer’s
Guide
Designing and Optimizing System Software’, Elsevier 2007.
Reference Books
1. Trevor Martin, ‘The Insider's Guide To The Philips ARM7-Based Microcontrollers, An
Engineer's
Introduction To The LPC2100 Series’ Hitex (UK) Ltd.,
2. Dananjay V. Gadre ‘Programming and Customizing the AVR microcontroller’, McGraw Hill
2001
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Embedded Systems and Real Time Operating System-SYLLABUS
Introduction to Embedded Systems: an embedded System, processor in the system, other
hardware units, software embedded into a system, exemplary embedded systems,
embedded system on chip(CoC) and in VLSI circuit.
Hardware Architectures for Embedded Systems: introduction micro controller,
architecture, instruction sets, assembly language programming, port programming , timer/
controller programming , serial communications, interrupts programmings, real world
interfacing. Device drivers and interrupts servicing mechanisms – device drivers, parallel
port device drivers in a system, serial port device drivers in a system , device drivers for
internal programmable timing devices . Interrupt servicing mechanism , context and the
periods for context switching , deadline and interrupt letancy.
Program Modeling and Software Development Process: modeling process for software
analysis , before software implementation. Programming models for event controlled or
response time constrained real time programs , modeling of multiprocessor systems .IPC
and synchronization – multiple process in an application, problem of sharing data by
multiple tasks and routines.
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Introduction to RTOS: Introduction to real time , Examples, applications, Hard. Vs Soft real
time, Reference model, Classic uniprocessor scheduling , Static scheduling , Dynamic
scheduling , Static priority scheduling , Dynamic priority scheduling , Dealing with
complexities arising in real systems, Practical Considerations. Resource sharing , Priority
inheritance and priority ceiling protocols , stack resource protocol . Systems- A quick look
at some real systems.
Basic Operating System: Functions needed for real time computing , Overview of Operating
Systems, a brief survey of commercial real time and non real time operating systems,
Embedded OS , Real Time OS, Hand Held OS Porting RTOS on a microcontroller based
development system board, Programming in linux, shell Programming , Programming in RT
Linux.
References :
Mohammad Ali Mazidi,Janice Gillispie Mazidi,The 8051 Microcontroller and embedded
systems,Pearson Education.
Jane W.S. Liu,Real Time Systems,Prentice Hall,Inc.
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Energy Audit-SYLLABUS
Introduction, need of Energy Audit
Types of Energy Audit & approach
Preliminary, targeted, detailed Energy Audits
Instruments & Metering of Energy Audit
Methodology for Conducting Energy Audit
Pre audit phase, detailed energy audit phase, data collection and analysis through available
techniques, preparing flow charts, identification of ENCON opportunities, audit report
preparation, post audit phase.
Energy Performance
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Plant Energy Performance, production factor, reference year equivalent use, matching
energy uses to requirement.
Energy cost and Benchmarking
Energy cost, benchmarking, Industrial benchmarking program.
Energy Monitoring and Targeting
Introduction, setting up monitoring & targeting, key elements, data and information
analysis.
Demand side management, supply side management, labeling
Energy Conservation measures
Energy performance assessment for electrical equipment , thermal equipment and utility
system
References :
Guide books for National Certification Examination, BEE
www.unfccc.com
www.ipcc.com
www.cdmindia.com
www.recregistryindia.nic.in
www.bee.nic.in
NPTEL lectures
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Energy Conservation & Energy Auditing-SYLLABUS
Introduction to Strategic Management
Energy Audit Process
Understanding Energy Bills
Economic Analysis and Life Cycle Costing
Insulation
Process Energy Management
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Steam Generation and Distribution
References :
1. Energy Audit by YP Abbi, ISBN 8179933113
2. Renewable Energy and Energy Conservation by V Kirubakaran, APH Publisher, ISBN
8131313107
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Energy Law & Policy-SYLLABUS
“Energy Security” for India
Bureau of Energy Efficiency (Extracts from Energy Conservation Act, 2001)
The Energy Conservation Act, 2001
Japan Energy Policy
USA Energy Policy
Europe's Energy Policy
Generation of Electricity (Extracts from Electricity Act 2003, Part-III)
Transmission of Electricity (Extracts from Electricity Act 2003, Part-V)
Distribution of Electricity (Extracts from Electricity Act 2003, Part-VI)
Central Electricity Authority (Extracts from Electricity Act 2003, Part-IX)
Regulatory Commissions (Extracts from Electricity Act 2003, Part-X)
Electricity Act, 2003 (No 36 of 2003) [26th May, 2003]
Overview of Laws – Governing Contracts, Sale of Goods, Environmental Issues and
Companies Law
Twenty Judgments of Supreme Court of India and High Courts on Different Aspects of
Electricity Act, 2003
References :
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1. Energy Law and Policy by Dr Parag Diwan, Pentagon Press, ISBN 8182743494
2. Energy Law & Policy for 21st Century by Jr Hicky James, Rocky Mountain Mineral Law
Foundation, ISBN 0929047877
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Energy scenario & Energy forms-SYLLABUS
Indian & World Energy Scenario
World energy use, reserves of energy resources, energy cycle of the earth,
environmental aspects of energy utilization, renewable energy resources and their
importance
Types of Energy
Primary & Secondary energy, commercial & non-commercial energy, non-
renewable & renewable energy, primary energy resources, commercial energy
production, energy conservation and its importance.
Energy Economy
Final energy consumption, Energy needs of growing economy, Long term energy
scenario, Energy pricing, energy sector reforms, energy security, energy strategy for
future.
Energy Conservation Act, its features and related policies
Features of the Energy Conservation Act 2001 & the Energy Conservation
(Amendment) act, 2010, schemes under ECT-2001, integrated energy policy,
NAPCC.
Energy & Environment
Air pollution, climate change and its impacts, Global Environmental issues, Loss of
biodiversity, sustainable development.
References:
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1. http://www.undp.org/content/dam/undp/library/Environment%20and%20Energy/Sust
ainable%20Energy/wea%202000/chapter9.pdf
2. https://www.worldenergy.org/wp-content/uploads/2013/09/World-Energy-
Scenarios_Composing-energy-futures-to-2050_Full-report.pdf
3. http://www.powermin.nic.in/whats_new/pdf/ENERGY%20MARKETS%20&%20TECHNO
LOGIES-REVISED1.pdf
4. Guide book-1 s for National Certification Examination, BEE
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Environmental Engineering -SYLLABUS
Water Supply Engineering
Introduction: Water Supply, brief description of different elements of water supply scheme. Water
Demand – types, total requirement, per capita demand, factors affecting per capita demand,
variations, effect of variation in different component of water supply scheme, design period.
Intake structures – purpose, types and hydraulic design, quality of water, general water treatment
of Surface Water, different elements of water treatment plant for treatment of normal surface
water, Water Treatment Plant design.
Waste water Engineering
Sewerage schemes and their importance, storm water quantity, fluctuation in sewage flow, flow
through sewer, design of sewer. construction & maintenance of sewer, Characteristics and
analysis of waste water, cycles of decomposition, physical, chemical & biological parameters,
natural methods of waste water disposal i.e. by land treatment & by dilution, self-purification
capacity of stream, Oxygen sag analysis, treatment processes/ units for waste water treatment
and their design. Sludge digestion & Solid Waste Management.
Modelling Approach
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Water and air quality management, role of mathematical models, systems approach, systems and
models, types of mathematical models, ambient air quality standards
Surface Water Quality and Air Quality Modelling
Introduction: surface water and air quality models, rivers and streams water quality modeling –
river hydrology and flow, dispersion and mixing – flow, depth and velocity, transport and
dispersion of air pollutants, wind velocity, wind speed and turbulence, atmospheric stability,
estimating concentrations from point sources , Gaussian Equation , Air pollution modeling
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Environmental Engineering and Management-SYLLABUS
INTRODUCTION TO ENVIRONMENTAL ENGINEERING
Introduction to Environment, its impact, Present scenario, Various Environmental standards and
laws for water, air and land quality by Pollution Control boards and their working Modules.
Mass and energy transfer within the environmental system: Law of conservation of energy and
Law of conservation of mass. Material Balance in an environmental system, Steady state
conservative systems-Steady state systems with non conservative pollutants, -Type of reactors,
Reaction rate and order of a reaction (Zero order, First order and Second order reactions).
WATER POLLUTION AND WATER QUALITY CONTROL
Water Resources- Hydrologic Cycle, Water Quality Parameters: Physical characteristics like Color,
Odour, Temperature, Turbidity And Total Solids; Chemical Characteristics like pH, Hardness,
Alkalinity, Acidity, Oxygen Demanding (COD, BOD, Nitrates, Sulphates and phosphates;
Microbiological characteristics). Effect of Oxygen Demanding Wastes on Rivers,
BOD and DO Profile: Deoxygenation and Reaeration of the polluted water, Exertion of BOD with
ultimate BOD loading.-Streeter Phelps Model and Oxygen Sag Curve, -Self Purification
Phenomenon,
Ground Water- Aquifers, Flow Rate and Hydraulic Gradient by Darcy’s Law, Cone of Depression,
Treatment of Water, Water Quality: Drinking water quality standards, Treatment Systems:
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Screening, Coagulation and Flocculation, Sedimentation, Filtration, Disinfection and Softening,
Wastewater Treatment, Typical Range of Composition of Domestic Sewage and Regulatory
Standards, Primary Treatment: Screening, Grit Chamber, Equalization Basins, Primary Settling,
Sedimentation with Coagulation and Flocculation. Secondary Treatment Systems; Activated Sludge
Process, Trickling Filter, RBC, Oxidation Ponds. Advanced Treatment- Nitrogen and Phosphorous
Removal.
AIR POLLUTION
Introduction- Definition, Overview of Emissions, Type of Pollutants, Chemical Composition.•
Sources and Effects of Major Air Pollutants- CO, SOx, NOx, Hydrocarbons, Ozone, Photochemical
Oxidants, Lead, Particulate Matter.
Air Pollution and Metrology- Environmental Lapse Rate and Adiabatic Lapse Rate, Atmospheric
Stability, Inversion, Type of Plumes., Gaussian Atmospheric Dispersion Model for Point Sources,
Emission Controls., Control Devices for Particulate Pollutants- Gravity Settling Chambers,
Centrifugal Separators, Wet Scrubber, Electrostatic precipitator, Control devices for Gaseous
Pollutants- Adsorption, Absorption, Condensation and Combustion,
POLLUTION CONTROL IN PROCESS INDUSTRIES POLLUTION CONTROL
METHODOLOGIES
Pollution Control in Process Industries like Cement, Paper, Petroleum -Petroleum Products-Textile-
Tanneries-ThermalPlants-Eco-Friendly Energy and Environment, Hazardous Waste Treatment
Technologies, Physical Treatment- Sedimentation, Adsorption, Aeration. Ion Exchange, Electro
Dialysis. Chemical Treatment- Precipitation, Biological Remediation Techniques, Incineration and
Land Disposal. Environmental Impact Assessment and Environmental Management.
INTRODUCTION TO EIA, NEED AND SCOPE OF EIA
Objectives and Purpose of EIA Studies, Indian Policies requiring EIA- Enactment of EIA as a Law, EIA
Notifications, Siting Criteria. Components and Types of EIA, Roles in the EIA Process, Objectives
and purpose of EIA studies., Indian policies requiring EIA- Enactment of EIA as a law, EIA
notifications, Siting criteria, EIA cycle and procedure- Initial screening till Environmental
Management plan.
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Components and Types of EIA, Roles in the EIA process, Environmental Audit- Need, Purpose,
Criteria., Case studies.
SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT
Concept of Sustainable Development and its Role in Building of Environment, Background, Life
Cycle Assessment, Source Reduction, Collection and Transfer Operations, Recycling and
Composting, Discarded Materials, Waste to Energy Combustion, Landfills, Problems, Hazardous
Waste Management
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Environmental Law –SYLLABUS
Introduction
Concept and Dimensions of Environment; Enormity of Environmental
degradation and its causes; environmental concern in the Traditional
knowledge system of India; Environmental concern in Modern India, post-
independence Policy Framework.
Constitution and the Environment
Dimensions of the right to pollution free environment under Article 21 of
the Constitution of India; Specific Constitutional provisions to ensure
Pollution free Environment; Judicial activism and environment protection
The Water (Prevention and Control of Pollution) Act, 1974
Application of the Act, Definitions. Constitution of Central, State and joint
boards; power and functions of the board; qualifications and
disqualification of the members; prevention and control of water pollution
and procedure thereof; powers to give direction; funds, accounts and audit,
penalties and procedure and Miscellaneous provisions.
The Air (Prevention and Control of Pollution) Act, 1981
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Application of the Act, Definitions. Constitution of Central, State and joint
boards; power and functions of the board; qualifications and
disqualification of the members; prevention and control of water pollution
and procedure thereof; powers to give direction; funds, accounts and audit,
penalties and procedure and Miscellaneous provisions.
Environment (Protection) Act, 1986
Application of the Act, Definitions; General powers of the Central
Government including the powers to give directions; prevention and control
of Environmental Pollution and procedure thereof; penalties and
procedure and Miscellaneous.
Protection of Environment vs. Sustainable development
Modern Environmental Justice
Leading Cases :
1. M.C. Mehta v. Union of India, AIR 1987 SC 965.
2. M.C. Mehta v. Union of India, AIR 1988 SC 1115.
3. Municipal Council of Ratlam v. Vardichand AIR 1980 SC 1622.
4. Vallore Citizen Forum v. Union of India.
5. Tarun Bharat Singh v. Union of India, AIR 1992 SC 514.
6. T.N Godavarman Thirumulpad v. Union of India, AIR 2012 SC 362
References :
1. Thorough reading of the following statutes :
a. Environmental Protection Act, 1986.
b. Air (Prevention and Control of Pollution)Act, 1981.
c. Water (Prevention and Control of Pollution) Act, 1974.
d. Rajasthan Noises Control Act, 1963.
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2. Armin Resencranz, Shyam Devan and Martha L. Noble : Environmental Law and
Policy in India.
3. Justice Krishna Aiyer : Environmental Pollution and Law.
4. Dr. SB Verma: Environmental Law, Pollution and Management.
5. Suresh Jain and Vimla Jain : Environmental Law of India.
6. Kailash Thakur ; Environmental Protection, Law and Policy in India (Deep and
Deep Publications, New Delhi)
7. Citizen Report, Pub. by Centre for Sc & Environment, Delhi.
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Environmental Management of Hydrocarbon-SYLLABUS
Environmental Science & Engineering
Current Environmental Standards
Environmental Policy, Monitoring and Reporting
Concept of Sustainable Development
Methods for Pollution Monitoring
Environmental Management Systems
Voc's Organic Gases
Noise Pollution and Control
Water Pollution
Soil Pollution and Remediation
Air Pollution
Hazardous Waste Management
Environmental Impact Assessment and Management Plan
Environmental Measurement and Control
Pollution Control in Process Industries
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References :
1. Environmental Management Handbook for Hydrocarbon processing Industries by James D Wall,
Gulf Publishing Co, ISBN 0872012654
2. Environmental Engineering & management PB, SK Katria & Sons, ISBN 8185749450
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Experimental Aerodynamics-SYLLABUS
Concept of similarity and design of experiments , Measurement uncertainty , Design of subsonic,
transonic, supersonic, hypersonic, and high enthalpy test facilities , Transducers and their
response characteristics , Measurement of pressure, temperature, velocity, forces, moments, and
dynamic stability derivatives , Flow visualization techniques: Optical measurement techniques,
refractive index based measurements, scattering based measurements , Data acquisition and
signal conditioning , Signal and image processing.
References
1. Tropea, C., Yarin, A. L., and Foss, J. F. (Eds.), Springer Handbook of Experimental Fluid
Mechanics, Springer (2007).
2. Taylor, J. R., Introduction to Error Analysis: The Study of Uncertainties in Physical
Measurements, 2nd ed., University Science Books (1997).
3. Barlow, J. B., Rae Jr, W. H., and Pope A., Low-Speed Wind Tunnel Testing, 3rd ed., Wiley (1999).
4. Pope, A. and Goin, K., High-Speed Wind Tunnel Testing, Krieger Pub. Co. (1972).
5. Settles, G., Schlieren and Shadowgraph Techniques, 3rd ed., Springer (2001).
6. Mayinger, F. and Feldmann, O. (Eds.), Optical Measurements: Techniques and Applications, 2nd
ed., Springer (2001).
_____________________________________________________________________________ Experimental Methods, Measurement and Uncertainty-SYLLABUS
Basic Concept: Introduction, Calibration, Standards, Dimensions and Units, Generalized
measurement system, Basic concept in dynamic measurements, System Response, Distortion,
Impedance Matching, Fourier Analysis, Experimental Planning
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Analysis of Experimental Data: Cause and types of experimental error, Uncertainty Analysis and
Propagation of Uncertainty, Evaluation of Uncertainties for complicated data reduction, Statistical
Analysis of Experimental data, Probability Distribution, The Gaussian or Normal Error Distribution,
Comparison of data with normal distribution, The chi square test of goodness of fit, Method of
least square, The correlation coefficient, Multivariable regression, Standard deviation of mean,
Student’s t Distribution, Graphical Analysis and curve fitting, Data Analysis
Basic Electrical Measurement and Sensing Devices: Forces of Electromagnetic Origin, Waveform
Measures, Basic Analog Meters, Basic Digital Meters, Basic Input Circuits, Amplifiers, Differential
Amplifiers, Operational Amplifiers, Transformers, Power Supplies, Signal Conditioning, The
Electronic Voltmeter, Digital Voltmeters, The Oscilloscope, Oscilloscope Selection, Output
Recorders, Counters—Time and Frequency Measurements, Transducers, The Variable-Resistance
Transducer, the Differential Transformer (LVDT), Capacitive Transducers, Piezoelectric
Transducers, Photoelectric Effects, Photoconductive Transducers, Photovoltaic Cells, Ionization
Transducers, Magnetometer Search Coil, Hall-Effect Transducers, Digital Displacement
Transducers, Comparison of Analog and Digital Instruments
Displacement and Area Measurements: Dimensional Measurements, Gage Blocks Optical
Methods, Pneumatic Displacement Gage, Area Measurements, the Planimeter- a Device of
Historical Interest, Graphical and Numerical Methods for Area Measurement, Surface Areas.
Pressure Measurement: Dynamic Response Considerations, Mechanical Pressure-Measurement
Devices, Dead-Weight Tester, Bourdon-Tube Pressure Gage, Diaphragm and Bellows Gage, The
Bridgman Gage, Low-Pressure Measurement, The McLeod Gage, Pirani Thermal-Conductivity
Gage, The Knudsen Gage, The Ionization Gage, The Alphatron.
Flow Measurement: Positive-Displacement Methods, Flow-Obstruction Methods, Practical
Considerations for Obstruction Meters, The Sonic Nozzle, Flow Measurement by Drag Effects, Hot-
Wire and Hot-Film Anemometers, Magnetic Flowmeters, Flow-Visualization Methods, The
Shadowgraph, The Schlieren, The Interferometer, The Laser Doppler Anemometer (LDA), Smoke
Methods, Pressure Probes, Impact Pressure in Supersonic Flow.
The Measurement of Temperature: Temperature Scales, The Ideal-Gas Thermometer,
Temperature Measurement by Mechanical Effects, Temperature Measurement by Electrical
Effects, Temperature Measurement by Radiation, Effect of Heat Transfer on Temperature
Measurement, Transient Response of Thermal Systems, Thermocouple Compensation,
Temperature Measurements in High-Speed Flow.
Thermal- and Transport-Property Measurements: Thermal-Conductivity Measurements, Thermal
Conductivity of Liquids Gases, Measurement of Viscosity, Gas Diffusion, Calorimetry, Convection
Heat-Transfer Measurements, Humidity Measurements, Heat-Flux Meters, pH Measurement
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Force, Torque, and Strain Measurements: Mass Balance Measurements, Elastic Elements for
Force Measurements, Torque Measurements, Stress and Strain, Strain Measurements, Electrical-
Resistance Strain Gages, Measurement of Resistance Strain-Gage Outputs, Temperature
Compensation, Strain-Gage Rosettes, The Unbonded Resistance Strain Gage
Thermal- and Nuclear-Radiation Measurements: Detection of Thermal Radiation, Measurement
of Emissivity, Reflectivity and Transmissivity Measurements, Solar Radiation Measurements,
Nuclear Radiation, Detection of Nuclear Radiation, The Geiger-Muller Counter, Ionization
Chambers, Photographic Detection Methods, The Scintillation Counter, Neutron Detection,
Statistics of Counting, Radiation Effects in Humans
Data Acquisition and Processing: The General Data Acquisition System, Signal Conditioning
Revisited, Data Transmission, Analog-to-Digital and Digital-to-Analog Conversion, Data Storage and
Display, the Program as a Substitute for Wired Logic.
References:
J.P. Holman, Experimental Methods for Engineers, McGraw Hill, 1984, 5th Edition
Figliola, R. S., Beasley, D.E. (2006) “Theory and Design for Mechanical Measurements”4th ed., John Wiley & Sons, Inc., Hoboken, NJ. ISBN: 0471445932.
Taylor, J. R. (1997), “An Introduction to Error Analysis”, University Science Books, 2nd edition
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Exploration Geophysics-SYLLABUS
Gravity Method: Understanding the phenomena of Gravity and acceleration due to Gravity,
gravity anomaly and its units, Gravimeter, data acquisition, planning a gravity survey,
reduction of gravity data, preparation of gravity maps- Buger anomaly maps, residual anomaly
maps and gravity map interpretation.
Magnetic Method: Earth’s magnetic field and magnetic field variations, rock-magnetism and
its field, range of acquisition parameters, planning a magnetic survey, magnetometer,
magnetic data acquisition, reduction of magnetic data, map preparation and interpretation
Electrical Methods: Principles, lay-outs, instruments, data acquisition Procedures, section
preparation and interpretation using Wenner and Schlumberger configuration
Seismic Fundamental Concepts: Properties of Seismic waves, types and their generation,
propagation in solid, fluid and porous media, acoustic impedance, reflection, refraction,
diffraction of seismic wave. Seismic energy sources, detectors, arrays, recording system, data
acquisition techniques, critical field parameter selection, vertical seismic profiling
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On-shore and Off-shore Seismic Surveys: On-shore and Off-shore seismic survey planning, 2D
and 3D seismic survey design, shooting, data acquisition, selection of seismic data processing
parameters, processing, seismic tomography. Seismic Data Interpretation Work-station
interpretation, Geologic interpretation- stratigraphic and structural interpretation, resolution,
rock physics and effects,amplitude and offset analyses, seismic inversion techniques, seismic
processing, work-station issues.
Books
W. M. Telford and L. P. Geldart, R. E. Sheriff. Applied Geophysics, Cambridge University Press.
ISBN: 052133938.
William Lowrie. Fundamentals of Geophysics, Cambridge University Press, ISBN: 978-0-521-
67596-3.
Brian J. Evans. A Handbook for Seismic Data Acquisition in Exploration, SEG Books. ISBN:
1560800410, 9781560800415.
L. Hatton, MH Worthington and J. Makin. Seismic Data Processing, Wiley. ISBN: 0632013745,
9780632013746.
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Equipment and Machinery Maintenance-SYLLABUS
PUMPING UNITS
MAINTENANCE OF PRIMEMOVERS
o Maintenance of Engines & Engine Auxiliaries
o Maintenance of Motors
o MAINTENANCE OF PUMPS
o Positive Displacements (Reciprocating) Pump Maintenance
o Centrifugal Pump Maintenance
COMPRESSION UNITS
_ Maintenance of Primemovers
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_ Maintenance of Compressors
MAINTENANCE OF SUCTION - BOOSTER PUMPS
MAINTENANCE OF COMPRESSOR/ PUMPING STN AUXILIARIES
_ Air compressors
_ Gear Boxes
_ Emergency Generators
_ Centrifuge
_ Storage Tanks (Fuel)
_ Sump Tank
_ Sump Pump, Oil Recovery Pump, Diesel Loading/ Unloading Pump, Corrosion Inhibitor/
DRA injection Pump
MAINTENANCE OF STATION VALVES
MAINTENANCE OF STRAINERS, SCRUBBERS, SEPARATOR FILTERS.
MAINTENANCE OF PCC AND MCC.
MAINTENANCE OF ELECTRICAL EQUIPMENT ( LT & HT SWITCHGEARS, LIGHTING SYSTEM,
TRANSFORMERS).
MAINTENANCE OF INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL SYSTEM
MAINTENANCE OF COMMUNICATION SYSTEM.
MAINTENANCE OF FIRE FIGHTING SYSTEM.
MAINTENANCE OF CRUDE/ PRODUCT STORAGE TANK/ TANK FARM.
_ Floating Roof Tank
_ Fixed or Cone Roof Tank
_ Tank Stirrers
_ Tank Dykes
_ ETP
_ Halon Fire Fighting System
_ Foam Pourer System
_ Thermal Relief valves.
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MAINTENANCE OF OFFSHORE TERMINAL AND ALLIED FACILITIES _ Maintenance of SPM
Terminal and its Auxiliaries
_ Maintenance of Submarine Pipeline
References:
Plant Equipment and Maintenance Engineering Handbook by: Duncan C. Richardson, PE
Machinery Component Maintenance and Repair, Volume 3 by Heinz P. Bloch Fred K. Geitner
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Fatigue, Fracture and Stress Analysis of Machine Component-SYLLABUS
Basic theory of failure
Griffith’s theory of brittle failures; Irwin’s stress intensity factors; Linear elastic fracture
mechanics: The stress analysis of crack tips, Macroscopic theories in crack extension, Instability
and R-curves, Crack tip plasticity, K as a failure criterion, Mixed mode of fracture, Analytical and
Experimental methods of determining K.
Elastic plastic fracture mechanics: Crack tip opening displacement, J Integrals, Crack
growth resistance curves, Crack tip constraint under large scale yielding, creep crack
growth;
Microscopic theories of fracture: Ductile and cleavage fracture, ductile-brittle transition,
inter-granular fracture; Fatigue crack propagation: Fatigue crack growth theories, crack
closure, Microscopic theories of fatigue crack growth; Application of theories of fracture
mechanics in design and materials development.
Fatigue characterization: Total life versus defect tolerant philosophy Cyclic stress fields,
notches, and short cracks Experimental methods for determining fatigue resistance
Micromechanisms of fatigue fracture.
Damage tolerance, design considerations and failure analysis :Damage tolerance in
materials,Design considerations, Methodologies for failure analysis
References :
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1. Metal Fatigue and Fracture Testing and Analysis by Ziegler Brett
2. Fatigue and Fracture: Understanding the Basics by F. C. Campbell
3. Failure Analysis of Engineering Materials, Charlie R. Brooks, Ashok Choudhury - 2002,
McGraw Hill Professional
4. Hypersingular Integral Equations in Fracture Analysis, Whye-Teong Ang - Elsevier 2014
5. T. L. Anderson, Fracture Mechanics Fundamentals and Applications, CRC Press, 1995.
6. D. Brock, Elementary Engineering Fracture Mechanics, Maritinus Nijhoff Publishers, 1986.
7. S. T. Rolfe and J. M. Barson, Fracture and Fatigue Control in Structures, PHI, 1977
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FDI in Infrastructure-SYLLABUS
Introduction
Foreign Direct Investment-The Engine Behind the Private Infrastructure Revolution
The Complex Nature of Greenfield Investments in Infrastructure : Incentives & Risks
The Contractual Web of a BOT-Type Project, Governments: Balancing Domestic Interests
and Multiple Objectives, Sponsors: Creating a Viable Project Structure, Commercial Lenders -
The Market Test of Bankability
Lots of Things can go Wrong
Conflicting Opinions Within Government, Insufficient Coordination, Insufficient Expertise,
Direct Negotiations versus Competitive Tenders, Unclear Tendering, Rules, Political Interference,
Unclear Market Entry Conditions , Lack of an Adequate Legal Framework, Difficulties During
Operation, Social Concerns After the Fact, Political Commitment of Successor Governments
Handling the Risks
The Role of Government Support Arrangements , The Importance of Overall Sectoral
Liberalization
Designing an Effective Policy Framework
The Usefulness of an Institutional Support Structure, Designing an Overarching Legal
Framework, Regulating Private Infrastructure: Minimizing Risk and Abuse, The End result:
Expensive Potentials or Investment Booms
The Impact of the East Asian Financial Crisis
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References :
1. Infrastructure: rebuilding, Repairing and Restructure by Jason R. Baren.- Nova Science
Publisher
2. Foreign Investment in India by Nitin Basin.- New Century Publication
3. Infrastructure Development and Indian economy by L. N. dash.- Oxford university Press
by R. Majumder
4. Reforming Infrastructure : Privatization, Regulation and Competition by Ioannis
Kessides.- oxford university
5. Attracting FDI into Infrastructure, Frank Sader
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Financial Management-SYLLABUS
Introduction to Financial Management
Time Value of Money
Sources of Finance
Concept of Economic Value Added
Risk and Return Analysis
Cost of Capital
Capital Structure and Theories
Concept of Leverages
Fundamentals of Capital Budgeting
Capital Rationing and Risk Factors in Capital Budgeting
Working Capital Management & Financing
Receivable Management
Inventory Management
Cash Management
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Management of Surplus & Dividend Policy
References :
1. Financial Management by Agarwal NP Mishra, Ramesh Book Depot, EAN 9788181423757
2. Financial Management by Vrinda Publications, EAN 9788182811218
3. Financial Management by C Correia, Juta Academic, ISBN 0702171573
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Financing Energy Sector Project-SYLLABUS
Introduction to Return Concepts
Introduction to Project Appraisal
Financial Analysis
Concept of Business Entity
Procurement of Funds
Risk Management
Incentive for Non-conventional Projects
Financing Non-conventional Power Projects
IREDA and its Role
Project Economics and Viability
Electricity Sector in India
Case Studies
References :
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1. Financing of Energy Sector in Developing Countries, Pradeep Chaturvedi, Concept Publisher, ISBN
817022747X
2. Financing Energy Projects in Developing Countries by Hossein Razavi, Pennwell Books, ISBN
1593701241
3. Financing Energy Projects Albert Thumman & Fred Wainwright, Fairmount P, ISBN 0881732729
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Finite Element Analysis-SYLLABUS
Introduction: Historical background, basic concept of the finite element method, comparison with
finite difference method; Variational methods: calculus of variation, the Rayleigh-Ritz and Galerkin
methods; Finite element analysis of 1-D problems: formulation by different approaches (direct,
potential energy and Galerkin); Derivation of elemental equations and their assembly, solution
and its postprocessing. Applications in heat transfer, fluid mechanics and solid mechanics. Bending
of beams, analysis of truss and frame. Finite element analysis of 2-D problems: finite element
modelling of single variable problems, triangular and rectangular elements; Applications in heat
transfer, fluid mechanics and solid mechanics; Numerical considerations: numerical integration,
error analysis, mesh refinement. Plane stress and plane strain problems; Bending of plates; Eigen
value and time dependent problems; Discussion about preprocessors, postprocessors and finite
element packages.
References:
1. J N Reddy, An introduction to the Finite Element Method, McGraw-Hill, New York, 1993.
2. R D Cook, D S Malkus and M E Plesha, Concepts and Applications of Finite Element Analysis, 3d
ed., John Wiley, New York, 1989.
3. K J Bathe, Finite Element Procedures in Engineering Analysis, Prentice-Hall, Englewood Cliffs, NJ,
1982.
4. T J T Hughes, The Finite Element Method, Prentice-Hall, Englewood Cliffs, NJ, 1986.
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Flight Dynamic Principles-SYLLABUS
Systems of axes and notation
Static equilibrium and trim
The equations of motion
The solution of the equations of motion
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Longitudinal dynamics
Lateral–directional dynamics
Maneuverability
Stability
Flying and handling qualities
Stability augmentation
Aerodynamic modelling
Aerodynamic stability and control derivatives
Coursework Studies
References :
1.Flight Dynamics Principles by M V Cook, Elsevier Publications, ISBN 8131223353
2. Flight Dynamics by Stengel, Overseas, ISBN 8189938282
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Flight Dynamics and Control-SYLLABUS
Equations of Motion: rigid body dynamics; coordinate transformation, Euler angle & quaternion
formulation; Dynamics of Generic Fixed Wing Aircraft: 6-DoF equations of motion, linearized
equations of motion linearized longitudinal & lateral equations, aerodynamic derivatives. Stability
of Uncontrolled Motion: linearized longitudinal & lateral dynamics, modes of motion, Response to
Control Inputs: transfer function, step response & frequency response characteristics, Feedback
Control: stability augmentation, PID control, root-locus technique for controller design,
Introduction to modern control theory.
References
1. Etkin, B. and Reid, L. D., Dynamics of Flight: Stability and Control, 3rd ed., Wiley (1996).
2. Phillips, W. F., Mechanics of Flight, 2nd ed., John Wiley (2009).
3. Nelson, R. C., Flight Stability and Automatic Control, 2nd ed., Tata McGraw-Hill (1997).
4. Cook, M., Flight Dynamics Principles: A Linear Systems Approach to Aircraft Stability and
Control, 3rd ed., Elsevier (2012).
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5. Stevens, B. L. and Lewis, F. L., Aircraft Control and Simulation, 2nd ed., Wiley (2003).
6. Stengel, R. F., Flight Dynamics, Princeton Univ. Press (2004).
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Flight Stability & Control-SYLLABUS
The Standard Atmosphere and Airflow
Standard Atmosphere, relation between Geopotential and Geometric Altitudes, Pressure,
Temperature and Density Altitudes. Relation for Stratosphere and Troposphere. Stability of
Atmosphere, Aero-Thermodynamics. Measurement of Air-speed: True Airspeed, Indicated
Airspeed and Equivalent Airspeed, Airspeed Indicator.
Aerodynamic Drag
Cause of Drag, it's effects, Types of Drag and affecting factors. Drag Polar, Compressibility
Drag, Design for Minimum Drag, Estimation of Drag of Complete Airplane, Terminal Velocity.
Aerodynamic Characteristics
Force and Moments Coefficients from Dimensional Analysis. Pressure Distribution over 2D
Airfoil, Variation with Angle of Attack, Center of Pressure, Aerodynamic Center, Problems
connected with Them. Lift, Drag and Moment Coefficients; Relations between Lift and Drag.
Estimation of these characteristics from Measured Pressure Distributions, Variation of
Aerodynamic Coefficients with Reynold's Number and Mach number. Effect of Span, Aspect
Ratio, Plan Form, Sweep, Taper and Twist on Aerodynamic characteristics of a Lifting Surface.
Delta Wing Aerodynamics.
High Lift Systems
Airfoil's Maximum Lift Coefficient, Leading and Trailing Edge Devices, Effect of Sweep Back. The
deep stall. Effect of Re, Propulsive lift, V/STOL Configurations.
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Airplane Performance in Steady Flight
Straight and Level Flight, Stalling Speed; Variation of Drag with Flight. Speed conditions for
Minimum Drag, Minimum Power Conditions; Power at other Speeds. Gliding Flight, Shallow
and Steep Angles of Glide; Sinking Speed, Minimum Sinking Speed, Time of Descent. Climbing
Flight at Shallow Angles, Correction for Steep Angles, Time to Flight, Maximum Rate of Climb.
Airplane Performance in Accelerated Flight
Take-off and Landing, Calculations of Take-off Ground Run, Take off Distances. Minimum
Ground Run, Assisted Take-off, Calculation of Landing Ground Run. Range and Endurance and
Problems connected with them.
Maneuvers
Introductory Comments on Spins and Stalls; Turning Flight, Maneuvers in 3D space
Stick Fixed Static Longitudinal Stability
Introduction to Stability of Airplane, Stick Fixed Longitudinal Stability, Effect of Power, Neutral
Point, Centre of Gravity Limits. In Flight Measurement of Stick Fixed Neutral Point.
Control Surfaces and Aerodynamic Balancing
Control Surface Hinge Moments, Floating and Restoring Tendencies, different types of Tabs
used on Airplanes. Frise Aileron, Spoler Controls.
Stick Free Static Longitudinal Stability
Effect of Free Elevator on Airplane stability, Elevator Control Force, Stick Force Gradients,
Neutral Point, Controls Free Center of Gravity Limit. In Flight Measurement of Stick Free
Neutral Point.
Maneuvering Flight
Effect of Acceleration on Airplane Balancing, Elevator Angle per g, and Stick Force per g,
Maneuver Margins
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Directional Stability and Controls
Assymetric Flight, Eather Cock Stability, contribution of different parts of Airplane, Rudder
Fixed and Rudder Free Static Directional Stability, Rudder Lock.
Lateral Stability and Control
Dihedral Effect. Contribution of different. Parts of Airplane Controls in Roll, Aileron Control
Power, Cross coupling of Lateral and Directional Effects.
Dynamic Stability
Longitudinal Dynamic Stability: Simple Analysis of Short Period and Phugoid Modes, Stick-
Fixed and Stick-Free. Lateral and Directional Dynamic Stability: Simple Analysis of Roll
Subsdience Spiral Mode and Dutch Roll.
References :
1. Flight Stability and Control, Robert C. Nelson, 1998
2· Performance, Stability, Dynamics and Control of Airplanes, Bandu N. Pamadi, 2004
3· Aircraft Control and Simulation, Brian L.Stevens, Frank L. Lewis, 2003, Second Edition,
4· Automatic Flight Control Systems, Donald McLean, 1990, ISBN : 0-13-054008-0
5· Engineering Analysis of Flight Vehicles, Holt Ashley
6· Dynamics of Flight - Stability and Control, Bernard Etkin, Lloyd Du® Reid
7· Introduction to Avionics, R. P. G. Collinson
8· Automatic Flight Control, E. H. J. Fallett, Shawn Coyle
9· Automatic Control of Aircraft and Missiles, John H. Blakelock
10· Airplane Stability and Control, Malcolm J. Abzug, E. Eugene Larrabee
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Fluid Mechanics-SYLLABUS
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Introduction
Review of Thermodynamics
Review of Mechanics
Fluids Statics
The Control Volume and Mass Conservation
Momentum Conservation for Momentum Conservation
Multi–Phase Flow
References :
1. Fluid Mechanics by Ira M Cohen & Pijush K Kundu, Academic Press, ISBN 0080470238-BEPDF
2. Introduction to Fluid Mechanics and Fluid Machines by Som SK, TATA Mc Graw Hills, ISBN
0070667624
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Fluidization-SYLLABUS
Review of flow around immersed solids - forces on single particles., Review of
sedimentation - Richardson-Zaki equation., Review of packed beds and Ergun equation,
Classification of solid particles and powders - relevant properties and measurements,
Minimum fluidization velocity - measurement, prediction and correlations., Regimes of
fluidization - Homogenous fluidized bed models, Stability of homogeneous fluidization -
qualitative and quantitative, Kinematic and dynamic wave propagation, Bubbling bed
(heterogeneous fluidized bed) models, Davidson model for bubble in a fluidized bed, and
its implications, Turbulent and fast fluidization, Entrainment and Elutriation, Slugging,
Spouted beds, Dilute and dense phase transport - Circulating Fluidized Beds, Heat and
mass transfer in fluidized systems, Modern simulation techniques - CFD models, Modern
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experimental techniques - flow visualization and quantitative measurements, Three-phase
fluidization
Mechanics of Flow Around Single Particles
Review of flow around immersed solids – forces on single particles, Review of packed beds
and Ergun equation
Mechanics of Homogenous Fluidization
Mathematical model of a homogeneous fluidized bed, Minimum fluidization velocity -
measurement, prediction and correlations, Stability of homogeneous fluidization -
qualitative and quantitative - wave propagation
Heterogenous Fluidization
Geldart classification and fluidization regimes, Bubbling bed (heterogeneous fluidized bed)
models, Davidson model for bubble in a fluidized bed, and its implications, Turbulent and
fast fluidization - mechanics, flow regimes and design equations
Beyond Batch Fluidization Beds
Entrainment and Elutriation, Slugging, Spouted Beds, Dilute and dense phase transport -
Circulating Fluidized Beds
Transport Effects in Fluidised Systems
Heat and mass transfer in fluidized systems, Mixing in fluidized systems - measurements
and models, Reactor Models
Fluidization and mapping of Regimes
References :
1. Rhodes, M., Introduction to Particle Technology, 2nd Ed., Wiley (2008)
2. Gibilaro, L. G., Fluidization - Dynamics, Butterworth - Heinemann (2001)
3. Fluidization Engineering by Kunni and Octave Levenspiel, Butterworth-Heinemann, ISBN
0409902330
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Formation Evaluation & Well Logging-SYLLABUS
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• Direct Methods of Formation Evaluation: Drill Cutting, Return Mud Analysis for Oil and Gas.
Core Graph, Cutting and Mud Logs. Evaluation Tools.
• Indirect Methods: Down Hole Environment, Invasion Profiles. Principles and Application of
Logging Tools S.P, Resistivity, Micro Resistivity, Latero Logs, Induction, Sonic, Density, Gamma Ray,
Gamma Ray Spectrometry, Neutron, Cement Bond, Variable Density, Caliper, Dip Meter,
Formation Micro Scanner and Imager, Log Interpretation Methods: Saturation, Porosity and
Permeability Estimation, Quick Look Techniques, Cross Plots.
• Interpretation of Logs for petro physical parameters
References:
1. Well Logging and Formation Evaluation, Tobby,D.,, Elsevier, 2005
2. Fundamentals of Well Log Interpretation, Serra, O., Elsevier, 1988
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Fuels & Combustion-SYLLABUS
Introduction to Fuels, Thermal Energy Contents of Fuel
Coal, Oil And Gas
Properties, Production, Handling, Processing, Storage, Transportation, Analysis.
Stoichometry
Stoichiometry relations; Estimation of air required for complete combustion; Estimation of
minimum amount of air required for a fuel of known composition; Estimation of dry
flue gases for known fuel composition; Calculation of the composition of fuel & excess air
supplied, from exhaust gas analysis; Dew point of products; Flue gas analysis (O2, CO2, CO,
NOx, SOx).
Combustion System
Principle of combustion, combustion of coal, oil and gas, optimizing excess air &
combustion, combustion devices & Efficiency, combustion control, draft systems.
Wood Gasifier
Construction, Operation & Efficiency.
LNG
Production, Storage & Utilization
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References :
1. Fuel & Combustion by Samir Sarkar, Universal Press
2. Fuels, its combustion and Economy by Daniel Clark, Nabu Press, ISBN 1144583888
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Fuels & Lubrication-SYLLABUS
Fuels and Combustion
Characteristics –Classification-Handling and Storage -Flash and Fire Points.-Calorific Value-
Determination of CV by Bomb Calorimeter-Proximate and Ultimate Analysis
Solid Fuels
Composition ,Properties and Uses of-Wood-Peat-Lignite-Bituminous-Anthracite Coal
Liquid Fuels
Petroleum Refining-Characteristics-Applications of Petroleum Products-Advantages over
Solid Fuels
Gaseous
Preparation, Properties, Composition and Uses of Coal Gas-Producer Gas-Water Gas-
Bio Gas-- Natural Gas-Acetylene
Nuclear Fuels
Nuclear Fuels and Applications
Lubricants
Principles of Lubrication-Fluid Film-Boundary-Extreme Pressure-Characteristics- Viscosity-
Oiliness- Acid value-Emulsification-Flash Point and Fire Point
Lubricant Technology
Base Oil, Blending,, Types of Lubricants, Additives
References :
1. INTERNATIONAL SYMPOSIUM ON FUELS AND LUBRICANTS by Basu,Published by Tata MacGraw
Hill
2. Hand Book of Lubricants, Greases & Petrochemicals Technology Published by Engineering India
Research
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3. Lubrication And Reliability Handbook by By M J Nealj, published by butterworth
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Fundamentals of Aerodynamics-SYLLABUS
Introduction to tensors, Kinematics, Governing equations, Kelvin’s theorem, Potential flow,
Uniqueness and Kutta condition , Foundations of panel methods, Airfoils , Thin Airfoil Theory:
Forces and moments on airfoil, flaps. Finite Wings: Prandtl lifting line theory, Induced drag, Elliptic
lift distribution , 3D panel methods , Viscous Incompressible Flows: Prandtl boundary layer
equation, Similarity solutions, Flow separation and stall, Introduction to turbulence, Turbulent
boundary layer , Viscous-inviscid coupling , High lift devices , Swept wing , Delta wing.
References
1. Anderson, J. D., Fundamentals of Aerodynamics, 5th ed., McGraw-Hill (2010).
2. Kuethe, A. M. and Chow, C.-Y., Foundations of Aerodynamics, 5th ed., John Wiley (1997).
3. Katz, J. and Poltkin, A., Low-Speed Aerodynamics, 2nd ed., Cambridge Univ. Press (2001).
4. Kundu, P. K., Cohen, I. M., and Dowling, D. R., Fluid Mechanics, 5th ed., Academic Press (2011).
5. White, F. M., Viscous Fluid Flow, 3rd ed., McGraw-Hill (2006).
6. Schlichting, H. and Gersten, K., Boundary Layer Theory, 8th ed., Springer (2001).
7. Karamcheti, K., Principles of Ideal-Fluid Aerodynamics, 2nd ed., Krieger Pub. Co. (1980).
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Fundamentals of Astronautics and Space Applications-SYLLABUS
Space Science and Space Environment
- Earth Atmosphere (Layers and Effects/ Particularly Exosphere and Ionosphere)
- Van Allen Belts and Behavior of Earth’s Magnetic Field and Its Effects / Calculation
- Coriolis Effect
- Sun (Heliosphere, Layers of the Sun, Oscillation Modes of the Sun, Sunspots, Solar Wind
and Solar Ejection Events, Solar Dynamo)
- Solar System (Planets, Moons, Kuiper Belt, Oort Cloud, Heliopause)
- Interstellar Space (Galaxies, Nebulas, Clusters etc)
- Space Weather (Effect of Solar Charged Particles, Effects of Plasma on Near Earth
Environment, Effect of Space Weather on the Ground, Effect of Space Weather on
Satellites, Effects of Ionized Plasma on Spacecraft)
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- Calculation of Apparent Magnitude, Absolute Magnitude, Temperature, Mass, Density
Stars
- Types and Evolution Properties of Stars
Spacecraft Dynamics
- Terms of Astronautics
- Types of Orbits (HEO, LEO, MEO, Geostationary, Heliostationary etc)
- Roche Limit, Lagrange Points
- Eccentricity of Orbits, Types of Orbits
- 6 Orbital Elements Applied to Earth and Applied to Sun System
- Orbital Perturbations (3rd Body Perturbations, J2 Perturbations, Solar Perturbations etc)
- Hohmann Transfer
- Several Stage Burns and Transfers
- Interplanetary Escape Orbit
- Sphere of Influence
Rocket Propulsion
- Specific Impulse
- Tsiolkovsky Equation
- Stages of Burn in Rocket Propulsion
- Calculation of Delta V in Multistep Missions
- Thrust Calculations
Basics of Re-Entry
- Re-entry modes for spacecraft
- Hypersonic Flow Characteristics of Reentry
References:
Space Science by Louise K. Harra (Imperial Press)
Orbital Mechanics for Engineering Students by Howard Curtis (Elsevier)
Introduction to Flight by John D. Anderson (McGraw Hill)
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Fundamentals of Aviation Operations-SYLLABUS
The airport operational system
Airport peeks and airline rescheduling
Airport noise control
Airport operating characteristics
Operational readiness
Ground control
Baggage handling
Passenger terminal operations
Airport security
Cargo operations
Airport technical services
Airport aircraft emergencies
Airport access
Operational administration and performance
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Fundamentals of Nano Technologies-SYLLABUS
Scientific Revolutions
Types of Nanotechnology and Nanomachines, the Periodic table, Atomic Structure,
Molecules and phases, Energy, Molecular and atomic size, Surfaces and dimensional
space, top down and bottom up.
Forces between atoms and molecules
Particles and grain boundaries, strong Intermolecular forces, Electrostatic
and Vander Waals forces between surfaces, similarities an d
References :
1. AVIATION Management - Global and National Perspectives , Ratandeep Singh
2. Fundamentals of Air Traffic Control, by Nolan
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differences between intermolecular and inter particle forces, covalent and
coulomb interactions, interaction polar molecules, Thermodynamics of self assembly.
Opportunity at the nano scale-length and time scale in structures
energy landscapes, Inter dynamic aspects of inter molecular forces, Evolution of
band structure and Fermi surface.
Quantum dots
Nano wires, Nano tubes, 2D and 3D films, Nano and mesopores, micelles,
bilayer, vesicles –bionanomachines, biological membranes.
Influence of Nano structuring on Mechanical, optical, electronic, magnetic
and chemical properties
gram size effects onstrength of metals optical properties of quantum dots and
quantum wires-electronic transport in quantum wires and carbon nano tubes,
magnetic behavior of single domain particles and nanostructures, surface chemistry of
Tailored monolayer ,self assembling.
Applications of Nano Technology
Semi Conductor Quantum Wells (QW’S), Producing Hydrogen with Sun Light, Quantum Laser
Generation, Solar Cells and CNT.
Legal Political and Ethical Implications of Nano Technology
National and International aspects of Nano Technology, Environmental implications of Nano
Technology, Beyond risk assessment, Science Ethics and De’stractions.
References:
1. Dr. Parag Diwan: Handbook of Nanotechnology. Pentagon press.
2. Mick Wilson, Kamali Kannangara, “Nanotechnology: Basic Science and Emerging
Technologies”, Geoff smithoverseas press, 2005.
3 . C h a r l e s P . P o o l e . F r a n k J . O w e n s , “ I n t r o d u c t i o n t o
N a n o t e c h n o l o g y ” , W i l e y I n t e r s c i e n c e , 2 0 0 3 .
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Fundamentals of Sustainable Development-SYLLABUS
CONCEPT OF SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT
Definition of sustainability - History and emergence of the concept of sustainable development –
Our Common Future - Objectives of Sustainable Development - Millennium Development Goals -
Environment and Development linkages – Globalization and environment - Population, Poverty
and Pollution – Global, Regional and Local environmental issues – Resource Degradation –
Greenhouse gases and climate Change – Desertification – Industrialization – Social insecurity.
SUSTAINABILITY AND THE TRIPLE BOTTOM LINE
Components of sustainability – Complexity of growth and equity - Social, economic and
environmental dimensions of sustainable development – Environment – Biodiversity – Natural
Resources – Ecosystem integrity – Clean air and water – Carrying capacity –Equity, Quality of Life,
Prevention, Precaution , Preservation and Public participation.- Structural and functional linking of
developmental dimensions – Sustainability in national and regional context
SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT AND INTERNATIONAL RESPONSE
Role of developed countries in the development of developing countries – International summits –
Stockholm to Johanesburg – Rio Principles – Agenda 21 - Conventions –Agreements – Tokyo
Declaration-Doubling statement-Transboundary issues –Integrated approach for resource
protection and management
SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT OF SOCIO-ECONOMIC SYSTEMS
Demographic dynamics of sustainability – Policies for socio-economic development – Strategies
for implementing eco-development programmes – Sustainable development through trade –
Economic growth – Action plan for implementing sustainable development – Urbanization and
Sustainable Cities – Sustainable Energy and Agriculture – Sustainable Livelihoods – Ecotourism
FOR ACHIEVING SUSTAINABILITY
Sustainability indicators - Hurdles to Sustainability - Operational guidelines –Interconnected
prerequisites for sustainable development – Empowerment of Women, Children, Youth,
Indigenous People, Non-Governmental Organizations, Local Authorities, Business and Industry -
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Science and Technology for sustainable development –Performance indicators of sustainability
and Assessment mechanism – Constraints and barriers for sustainable development.
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Geographical Information Systems-SYLLABUS
Theory of GIS supported by extensive practical exercises
Geographic information and spatial data types
Hardware and software; GIS; Steps of spatial data handling
Database management systems
Spatial referencing
Data quality, measures of location errors on maps
Satellite-based positioning
Spatial data input, data preparation
Point data transformation
Analytical GIS capabilities; retrieval and classification; overlay functions
Neighborhood operations; network analysis; error propagation
Data visualization
References :
1. Principlae Geographical Information System by Burrough.- Oxford University
2. Geographical Information System by Anil K. Jamwal.-prakashan pub
3. Lo, C.P. and Yeung, A.K.W. (2002). Concepts and Techniques of Geographic Information
Systems, Prentice Hall.
4. DeMers, M..N. (1999).Fundamentals of Geographic Information Systems. 2nd Ed., Wiley
Press.
5. Burrough, P.A. and R.A. McDonald (1998). Principles of Geographical Information
Systems, Oxford University Press.
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Geostatistics-SYLLABUS
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FUNDAMENTALS OF STATISTICS AND PROBABILITY
Events, Randomness, Sample, Conditional Probability and Independence, Bayes Theorem,
discrete and Continuous Probability Distributions, Joint Probability, Conditional
Probability.
STATISTICAL TEST AND DISTRIBUTION TECHNIQUES
Binomial, Poisson, Gamma, Exponential, Hypergeometric, Multinomial, Chi- Square, t, F
tests, Hypothesis Testing Involving one and univariate population.
STATISTICAL MODELING
Point and Interval Estimation, Linear Models, Regression Analysis and parametric
Estimation Multivariate Techniques, Factor Analysis, Linear Discriminant Analysis.
GEOSTATISTICAL APPLICATIONS
Expectations, Moment Generating and Characteristic Functions, Semi-variogram, Auto
correlation, Linear Estimation, Kriging & cokriging Equations, Nonlinear estimation, Semi-
variogram and Normalized Data, Non parametric Estimation, Conditional Simulation,
Multivariate Simulation.
Suggested Books
1. Statistics and data analysis in Geology, John C Davis, Wiley Student Edition, 621pp
Reference Books
2. Probability & Statistics, Spiegel M.R, Schiller J, srinivasan R. A. Schaum’s Outlines Series,
McGraw Hill, 408pp
3. Jimba Oluwafemi Solomon, Basic Geostatistics
Global tectonic and Basin analysis-SYLLABUS
Tectonics & Sedimentation
Intracratonic, Rift, Aulacogen, Passive margin, active margin, foreland basin.
Basin Modeling
Component of Basin Model, Basin and Crustal Geometry, Porosity- Depth Relation,
Palaeobathymetry and Sea Level Variation, Evolution of Basic Models, Backstripping
Techniques, Supracrustal Loading and Extensional Basin Models, Dynamic Topography,
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Intraplate Stresses and Basin Inversion: Tectonic Basin Modeling, Stratigraphic Basin Modeling,
Forward and Reverse Modeling, Facies and Reservoir Modeling, Integrated Basin Analysis.
Regional –Global Stratigraphic Cycles
Eustatic Cycles, tectno-stratigraphic Cycles, Cratonic Cycles.
Petroliferous Basins
Basins Classification and Models, Divergent Margin Basins, Convergent Margin Basins,
Transform Margin and Strike- Slip Fault Basins, Basin associated with Suture Zones, Basin
Analysis of Accretionary Terrains, Cratonic Basins.
Integrated Basin Analysis
Depositional Facies of Various Environments
Concept of Facies Analysis and Sedimentary Process Response Model and Environmental
Interpretation (Fluvial, Deltaic, Eolian, Clastic shoreline, Evaporite, Carbonate Platform,
Continental Slope and Deep Sea).
Basin Mapping
Concept of Subsurface Mapping , Single and Multicomponent Map, Geophysical Map,
Geochemical Map, Structural Map, Cross Section: Structural Map, Palaeogeological Map,
Environmental and Palaeoslope Model.
Sequence Stratigraphy
Seismic Facies & Sequence Stratigraphy: Depositional System and System Tract Sequence
Boundary, Sequence Stratigraphy of various depositional Environments.
Books
1. Principals of Sedimentary Basin Analysis . By A.D. Miall. Publisher: Springer Verlag Berlin
Heidelberg New York. ISBN: 3-540-65790-8, 503PP.
2. Kumar, Ravindra, Fundamentals of Historical Geology And Stratigraphy Of India.
3. Bogg Jr., Sam, Principles of Sedimentology and Stratigraphy.
4. Sedimentology & Stratigraphy. By Gary Nicholes. Blackwell Publishing Company. ISBN 0-
632-03578-1, 335PP.
5. Condie, Kent C., Plate Tectonics, Fourth Edition.
6. Krishnan, M. S., Geology of India and Burma.
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Green Fuels and their Environmental Impact-SYLLABUS
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Cleaner Fossil Fuels
Liquid Fuels ( Gasoline , Diesel ) , Gaseous Fuels ( CNG etc.), Gas to Liquid ( GTL),
Liquefied Natural Gas ( LNG), Methanol, Basics Aspects of GTL Technology : Gas
Refinery, Process Flow Sheet, Reactor Configuration, Safety and Economic aspects of GTL
Technology.
Bio Fuels
Bio diesel, Ethanol, Fuel Cells, Types of fuel cells, applications of fuel cells
CDM
Introduction, Approved Methodologies for CDM, Grid Emission Factor, Development of
PC & PDD, Carbon Trading
References :
1. Non-conventional Energy Resources - by B H Khan, Tata McGraw Hill Publication
2. Introduction to energy technology - by V A Venikov, E. V. Putyatin - Mir Publication, Muscow
3. Fuels and Engine - by J C Guibet - Institut Francais Du Petrole
4. Non Conventional energy resources by GD Rai, Khanna Publishers, ISBN 8174090738s
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Ground control in underground coal mining-SYLLABUS
Coal Mine Layouts and Ground Control Practices
Rock Properties and In-Situ Stresses
Geology and Geophysics
Roof Bolting
Effects of strata behavior with working
Coal Bumps
Instrumentation for ground control
Subsidence
Suggested Reading:
i. Coal mine Ground control : Syd. S. Peng
ii. Ground Engineering – Principles and Practices for underground coal mining : J.M.Galvin
iii. Mine Ground Control Proceedings : Bureau of Mines Technology Transfer Seminars
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Groundwater Exploration and Management-SYLLABUS
Hydrology, Basic Characteristic, Run- off and Stream Flow, Aquifer Characteristics, Geology
of Ground Water Occurrence, Trans- Boundary Aquifers, Water Quality, Saline Water
Intrusion, Contamination, Flow properties of groundwater, Aquifer properties, Water
wells, Well tests, Numeric modeling in groundwater,
Ground Water Exploration: Geological, Geophysical and Remote Sensing Methods, Artificial
Recharge, Water Shed Management. Hydrology-ecology and their environmental impacts,
Ground Water Laws and regulation.
References
1. Appelo, C.A.J. and Postma, D. Geochemistry, Groundwater and Pollution, A A Balkema,
Rotterdam, The Netherlands, 1993.
2. Fetter, C.W. Applied Hydrogeology, CBS Publishers & Distributors, New Delhi, 1990.
3. Freeze, R.A.and Cherry, J.A. Groundwater, Prentice Hall, New Jersey, 1986.
4. Karanth, K.R. Groundwater Assessment, Development and Management, Tata McGraw
Hill, New Delhi, 1987.
5. Raghunath H.M. Ground Water, New Age International Publishers, New Delhi, 2014
6. Todd D.K. Groundwater Hydrology, John Wiley & Sons, New York, 1980.
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Guidance, Navigation and Control-SYLLABUS
Introduction to navigation – Types – Introduction to Inertial Sensors - Mechanical - Ring Laser
gyro- Fiber optic gyro – MEMS system INS components: transfer function and errors- Earth in
inertial space - Coriolis Effect – INS Mechanization. Stable Platform and Strap down – Navigation
algorithms - INS system block diagram, Different co-ordinate systems – Transformation
Techniques - Schuler Tuning -compensation errors - Gimbal lock – Initial calibration and Alignment
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Algorithms. Introduction to GPS -system description -basic principles -position and velocity
determination-signal structure-DGPS, Introduction to Kalman filtering -Estimation and mixed
mode navigation- Integration of GPS and INS-utilization of navigation systems in aircraft.
Need for automatic flight control systems, Stability augmentation systems, control augmentation
systems, Gain scheduling concepts. Displacement Autopilot-Pitch Orientation Control system,
Acceleration Control System, Glide Slope Coupler and Automatic Flare Control and Flight path
stabilization, Longitudinal control law design using back stepping algorithm. Damping of the Dutch
Roll, Methods of Obtaining Coordination, Yaw Orientation Control system, turn compensation,
Automatic lateral Beam Guidance. Introduction to Fly-by-wire flight control systems, Lateral
control law design using back stepping algorithm.
References
1. Myron Kyton, Walfred Fried, ‘Avionics Navigation Systems’, John Wiley & Sons,2nd edition,
1997
2. Nagaraja, N.S. “Elements of Electronic Navigation”, Tata McGraw-Hill Pub. Co., New Delhi, 2nd
edition, 1975.
3. George M Siouris, ‘Aerospace Avionics System; A Modern Synthesis’, Academic
Press Inc., 1993.
4. Slater, J.M. Donnel, C.F.O and others, “Inertial Navigation Analysis and Design”, McGraw-Hill
Book Company, New York, 1964.
5. Blake Lock, J.H ‘Automatic control of Aircraft and missiles ‘, John Wiley Sons, New York, 1990.
6. Nelson R.C ‘Flight stability & Automatic Control’, McGraw Hill, 1989.
7. Bernad Etikin,’Dynamic of flight stability and control’, John Wiley, 1972.
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Hazards & Safety Measures in Hydrocarbon Industry-SYLLABUS
The purpose of and procedures for investigating incidents and how the lessons learnt can
be used to improve health and safety in the oil and gas industries.
The hazards inherent in oil and gas arising from the extraction, storage, and processing of
raw materials and products
the purpose and content of safety cases and safety reports in the oil and gas industries
The principles of assessing and managing contractors, including the roles of parties
involved
The tools, standards, measurement, competency requirements and controls applicable to
Process Safety Management (PSM) in the oil and gas industries
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The role and purpose of a permit-to-work system
The importance of safe plant operation and maintenance of hydrocarbon containing
equipment and processes
The hazards, risks and controls to ensure safe start up and shut down of hydrocarbon
containing equipment and processes
The controls available to maintain safety critical equipment Outline the hazards, risks and
controls available for safe containment of hydrocarbons offshore and onshore appropriate
control measures to minimize the effects of fire and explosion in the oil and gas industries
The principles, procedures and resources for effective emergency response.
The main hazards of and suitable controls for marine transport in the oil and gas industries
The main hazards of and suitable controls for land transport in the oil and gas industries
References :
1. Elements of Industrial Hazards : Health, Safety & Environment by Tatiya, John Wiley & Sons,
ISBN 0470823801
2. Prevention & Control of Accidental Releases of Hazardous gases by Vasilis M Fthenakis, John
Wiley & Sons, ISBN 0471284084
3. Hazardous Chemical Safety Guide for Machining and Metalworking Industries by H Richard P
Pohanish, Mc Graw Hill, ISBN 0070504997
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Hazards and Safety Measures in Process Industry-SYLLABUS
HAZARDS & SAFETY MEASURES IN HYDROCARBON INDUSTRY
Fire, Safety & Health Issues in Hydrocarbon Industry, Health, Safety & Environmental Issues
during Drilling & Exploration
SAFETY ASPECTS IN CONFINED SPACES
OSHA Guideline for Confined Space Entry, Permit Requirement for Confined Space Entry, Duties of
Persons involved in Confined Space Entry.
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WORK PERMIT SYSTEMS:
Cold work permits system, Hot work permit, Confined space work permit, Electrical related work
permit
PLANT INSPECTION:
Methods of plant inspections, advantages of plant inspection
RECEIVING AND STORAGE OF HYDROCARBON
Surface- Storage Types, Safety Features, Layout Design, U/G Aquifers, Caverns, Refrigerated
Storage, Standards in Design, Safe Operating and Maintaining Practices
TRANSPORTATION OF HYDROCARBONS
Rail / Road, Tankers, Pipelines, Barges, Packages
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Hazards & Safety Operations and Control-SYLLABUS
Fire, Safety & Health Issues in Hydrocarbon Industry
Safety in Drilling
Color Coding
Safety Signs
Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS)
Chemical Contamination
Safety in Confined Spaces
OISD Standard
Plant Inspections
Work Permits Systems
References :
1. Elements of Industrial Hazards : Health, Safety & Environment by Tatiya, John Wiley & Sons,
ISBN 0470823801
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2. Prevention & Control of Accidental Releases of Hazardous gases by Vasilis M Fthenakis, John
Wiley & Sons, ISBN 0471284084
3. Hazardous Chemical Safety Guide for Machining and Metalworking Industries by H Richard P
Pohanish, Mc Graw Hill, ISBN 0070504997
4. The Hazard Control approach to improving Safety, Health and Related functions by James T
Tweedy, CRC Press, ISBN 1466551585
5. Hazardous Material Awareness and Operations by Rob Schnepp, Jones & Barlett Publishers, ISBN
0763738727
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Heat Transfer Principle and Equipment-SYLLABUS
Introduction to conductive, convective, and radiation heat transfer; heat transfer
coefficient.
One dimensional steady state conduction: plane wall, cylinder and sphere with and
without heat generation; extended surface heat transfer.
One dimensional unsteady state conduction: applicability of lumped-capacity analysis and
Heisler charts.
Convection
forced convection heat transfer in laminar and turbulent boundary layer flow; empirical
and practical relations for forced convection.
Free convection
free convection heat transfer from vertical, horizontal and inclined surfaces; combined
free and forced convection heat transfer, Condensation and boiling heat transfer.
Evaporation
types of evaporators; single-effect and multi-effect evaporator calculations.
Heat Exchanger
types of heat exchangers; effectiveness-NTU method of heat exchanger analysis; design
procedures for double pipe and shell and tube heat exchangers, Heat Transfer Coefficient,
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Surface Area, Number of Passes, Pressure Drop in Tube and Shell Side of Shell and Tube
Exchangers.
DESIGN OF OTHER TYPES OF HEAT EXCHANGERS
Design of Condensers and Reboilers, Compact Heat Exchangers for Cryogenic Applications.
HEAT EXCHANGER SPECIFICATIONS
Specifications and Data Sheet, Material of Construction, TEMA Classification.
HEAT EXCHANGER NETWORKS
Design and Analysis for Energy Economy.
DESIGN OF FIRED HEATERS / FURNACE
Types and Configuration, Combustion and Efficiency Calculations, Heat Transfer
Calculation, Sizing Radiant and Convection Sections, Burner Specification, Stack and
Draft Calculations, Heat Loss and Refractory Thickness Calculations.
Radiation heat transfer
view factor; black and gray body radiation; radiation network; radiation shield.
References :
1. Holman J. P., "Heat Transfer", Mc Graw-Hill, 9th . Ed., 2002.
2. Dutta B. K., "Heat Transfer: Principles and Applications", PHI, 2001.
3. Kern D. Q., "Process Heat Transfer", Tata Mc Graw-Hill Edition, 1997.
4. McCabe, W. L; Smith, J. C; and Harriott, P. "Unit Operations of Chemical Engineering",
McGraw- Hill, 6th. Ed., 2001.
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Human Resource Management-SYLLABUS
Introduction to Human Resource Management and Human Resource Development
Human Resource Policies and Strategies
Job Analysis and Job Design
Human Resource Planning
Human Resource Planning Process
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Recruitment, Selection and Induction
Career Planning and Development
Training Development
Promotions and Transfer
Compensation Administration
Performance and Potential Appraisal
References :
1. Human Resource Management by Aswathappa, Mc Graw Hill Education (India) Pvt Ltd,
ISBn 0070682135
2. Human Resource Management by Dessler G, EAN 9788131754269
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Hydrogeology-SYLLABUS
Groundwater accumulation:
Hydrology, Basic Characteristic, Run- off and Stream Flow, Aquifer Characteristics
Groundwater Exploration
Geology of Ground Water Occurrence), Trans- Boundary Aquifers, Water Quality,
Groundwater exploration: Geological, Geophysical, Remote Sensing
Groundwater recharge
Saline Water Intrusion, Contamination, Artificial Recharge,
Groundwater management
Ground Water Modeling, Watershed Management, Ground Water Laws and regulation
Books
Ground Water Hydrology, D.K. Todd John willey & Sons, 2nd edition, 535pp
Groundwater, H. M. Raghunath, willey Eastern Ltd., 563pp
ArcGIS Manual
Applied geophysics, Telford, Geldart and Sheriff, Cambridge University Press, 767pp
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Hydropower Engineering-SYLLABUS
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Water Power: Introduction, sources of energy, role of hydropower in a power system.
Estimation of Water Power Potential: Flow duration curves of gauged and ungauged
streams, load curve, load factor, capacity factor, utilization factor, diversity factor, load
duration curve, firm power, secondary power, prediction of load.
Types of Hydro-power Plants: Run of river plants, general arrangement of run of river
plants, valley dam plants, diversion canal plants, high head diversion plants, storage and
pondage, pumped storage power plants.
Penstocks: General classification, design criteria, economical diameter, losses, anchor
blocks, valves, bends and manifolds.
Trash racks: Types, losses, design, stability.
Intakes: Types, losses, air entrainment, anti-vortex device, airvent, power channels, fore
bay, tunnel.
Turbines: Introduction, types of turbines, hydraulics of turbines, velocity triangles, draft tubes,
cavitation in turbines, turbine model testing, characteristics of turbines.
Water Hammer and Surges: Introduction, water hammer, transients caused by turbine,
load acceptance and rejection, resonance in penstocks, surge tanks, channel surges.
References :
1) Dandekar, M.M., and Sharma, K.N., "Water Power Engineering", Vikas Publishing House
Pvt. Ltd.
2) Barrows, H.K., "Water Power Engineering", Tata McGraw Hill Publishing Company Ltd.
1943
3) Varshney, R.S., "Hydro Power Structures", Nem Chand &Bros. 2001
4) Nigam, P.S., "Hydro Electric Engineering", Nem Chand &Bros. 2001
5) Choudhary, M.H., "Applied Hydraulic Transients", Van Nostrand Reinhold, Company 1987
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6) Streeter,V.L., and Wylie, B., "Fluid Transients", McGraw-Hill Book Company. 1967
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Hypersonic Flows-SYLLABUS
Introduction to Hypersonic Flows; Inviscid Hypersonic Flow, Newtonian flow, Mach number
independence, Hypersonic similarity, Blast wave theory, Hypersonic small disturbance theory,
Stagnation region flow. Viscous Hypersonic Flow: Similarity parameters, Self-similar solutions,
hypersonic turbulent boundary layer, Reference temperature method, Stagnation region flow
field, viscous interactions. Real Gas effects: Inviscid equilibrium and non-equilibrium flows, Viscous
high temperature flows, Experimental facilities, hypersonic design considerations.
References
1. Anderson, J. D., Hypersonic and High-Temperature Gas Dynamics, 2nd ed., AIAA (2000).
2. Rasmussen, M., Hypersonic Flow, Wiley (1994).
3. Bertin, J. J., Hypersonic Aerothermodynamics, AIAA (1994).
4. Hirschel, E. H., Basics of Aerothermodynamics, Springer (2005).
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Igneous and metamorphic petrology-SYLLABUS
Igneous Petrology
Introduction to Igneous Environments, Igneous Minerals and Textures. Chemistry, Physics
and Classification of Igneous Rocks; texture and structures of igneous rocks; igneous rock
classification; Igneous Rocks of the Ocean Lithosphere; Igneous Rocks of Convergent
Margins, Igneous Rocks of the Continental Lithosphere
Metamorphic petrology
Metamorphic Assemblages, Reactions, and Equilibrium; structure and textures; Isograds,
Metamorphic Facies, and Pressure.
Reference books
1. Igneous and metamorphic petrology MG Best – 2013
2. Igneous petrogenesis a global tectonic approach BM Wilson – 2007
3. Microtectonics isotope
4. CW Passchier, RAJ Trouw - 1996 – Springer
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Image Processing & machine Vision-SYLLABUS
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INTRODUCTION
Probability- Probability of events, Random Variables, Joint distributions and density, Moments
of Random Variables, estimation, Minimum Risk Estimator.; Matrix Algebra – Eigenvalues &
Eigen Vectors.
STATISTICAL DECISION MAKING
Bayes’ Theorem, Multiple features, Conditional independent features, Decision boundaries,
Unequal cost of errors, Leaving- one-out technique, Characteristics curves Nonparametric
Decision making- Histograms, Kernel & window estimation, Nearest neighbor classification
technique, Adaptive Decision boundaries & Discriminant Function, choosing a decision making
Technique; Clustering.
ARTIFICIAL NEURAL NETWORKS
Introduction, Nets without hidden layers, Nets with hidden layers, The Back-Propagation
Algorithm, Hopfield Nets, Classifying Sex from facial Images. Pattern recognition using SAS.
PROCESSING OF WAVEFORMS AND IMAGES
Introduction, Gray level scaling Transformation, Equalization, Interpolation, Edge detection,
Line detection & Template Matching, The Statistical Significance of. Image Features.
IMAGE ANALYSIS
Scene segmentation & labeling, Counting Objects, Perimeter measurement, Representing
boundaries, Projection, Hough transformation, shapes of regions, texture, color, system
design, the classification of white blood cell, Image Sequence Computer Vision.
TEXT BOOKS
1. Pattern Recognition And Image Analysis by Earl Gose ; Prentice- Hall of India
2. M. I. Schlesinger, V. Hlavác, Ten Lectures on Statistical and Structural Pattern Recognition,
Kluwer Academic Publishers, 2002.
REFERENCE BOOKS
1. S. Theodoridis, K. Koutroumbas, Pattern recognition, Academic Press, 1999
2. J. Sklanski and G.N. Wassel, Pattern Classifiers and Trainable Machines, Springer, New York
3. Foryth, Computer Vision, PHI
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Information Technology & Cyber Laws-SYLLABUS
An Overview Cyber Law
Introduction about the cyber space , Regulation of cyber space – introducing cyber
law, Scope of Cyber laws – e-commerce; online contracts; IPRs (copyright,
trademarks and software patenting); e-taxation; e-governance and cyber crimes,
Cyber law in India with special reference to Information Technology Act, 2000
International Legal Regime
International legal regime relating to Cyber Crimes, European Convention on Cyber
Crimes, Hague Convention on Jurisdiction and Foreign Judgments: Jurisdiction Agreement,
International legal regime relating to E-Commerce , UNCITRAL Model Law
on Electronics Commerce 1996, International legal regime relating to Intellectual
Property Rights – (i) Berne Convention; (ii) Rome Convention; (iii) WIPO
Copyright Treaty; (iv) WIPO Performance and Phonograms Treaty;
(v) UDRP; (vi) OECD convention on Database protection, Domestic Legal
Regime – Cyber Law in India
Information Technology Act, 2000 – Digital Signature; E-Governance; Regulation of
Certifying Authorities; Duties of Subscribers; Penalties and Adjudications; Offences
under the Act; Making of Rules and Regulations etc.
Introduction – computer crime and cyber crimes; Classification of cyber crimes.
Kinds of cyber crimes – cyber stalking; cyber pornography; forgery and fraud; crime
related to IPRs; Cyber terrorism; computer vandalism etc.
Regulation of cyber crimes
Relevant provisions under Information Technology Act, 2000, Indian Penal Code,
Pornography Act and Evidence Act etc.
Online business
Important Issues in Global E-commerce : i. Issues relating to Access (to infrastructure; to
contents; universal access; Digital Divide and Universal Divide); ii. Trust, Privacy , iii.
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Security, iv. Consumer Protection, v. Content Regulation; Uniformity in Legal
Standards pertaining to internet.
Application of conventional territory based law to E-commerce : i. Taxation, ii.
Intellectual Property Rights, iii. International Trade , iv. Commercial law and standards,
Dispute resolution
IPR Issues
IPR – An Overview, Copyright Issues in Cyberspace : i. Linking, ii. Inlining, iii.
Framing, iv. Protection of content on web site, v. International Treaties
Trademark Issues in cyberspace : i. Domain Name Dispute, ii. Cybersquatting,
iii. Uniform Dispute Resolution Policy, iv. Meta-tags and Key words
Computer Software and Related IPR Issues
References :
1.Computers, Internet and New Technology Laws, by Karnika Seth
2."CYBERLAW - THE INDIAN PERSPECTIVE- 2009 EDITION WITH IT ACT AMENDMENTS 2008 " -,
Pavan Duggal
3. Cyber Laws and Information Technology by Dr Jyoti Rattan
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Infrastructure Development-SYLLABUS
Infrastructure and Development
Issues in Infrastructure Development and Financing
Infrastructure Development in India
Infrastructure Investments Requirement in India
Infrastructure Financing and Emerging Pattern of Urbanisation
Linkages between Transports Infrastructure and Economic Growth
Public-Private Partnership for Accelerated Infrastructure Development in India
Relevance of PPPs for India
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Status of PPPs and Key Government Initiatives
State Government Initiatives and Priorities
Lessons from Global Experience
Role of Multilateral Agencies
Land Markets in India
References :
1. Infrastructure Development , SBS Publishers, ISBN 8131427250
2. Infrastructure Development & the Indian Economy by LN Dash, Regal Publications, ISBN
819065537X
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Infrastructure Economy & Planning-SYLLABUS
Introduction: Infrastructure
Basic Definitions
Economic concepts
The Indian Economy: Overview & Challenges Faced
Strengths of the Indian Economy & Threats to its Performance
Infrastructure Scenario in India
Development of Infrastructure
Industrial Policy and Infrastructure Regulatory Framework
The Material Basis of Industrial Development
Public Policy & Labor Standards
Prices & Distribution
Action Plan
Ensuring Implementation
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References :
1. Infrastructure Planning by James Parkin, Deepak Sharma, Thomas Telford, ISBN 0727727478
2. Infrastructure Development & the Indian Economy by LN Dash, Regal Publications, ISBN
819065537X
3. India Infrastructure Report, Oxford Univ Press
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Infrastructure Law & Policy-SYLLABUS
Introduction
Infrastructure Sectoral polices, reforms, and laws.
Power Sector
Introduction-evolution of the power sector reforms, polices-National Electricity policy- new
legal framework- the state electricity boards- licensing ,framework- Provisions Relating to and
working of Electricity Regulatory Commissions-their structure, role and functions.
Telecommunications
The national telecom policies-the legal framework- regulatory agencies-functioning, power
and functions of TRAI and TDSAT.
Oil, Petroleum and Natural Gas
Reforms, policies and legal framework -New Exploration Licensing Policy (NELP)-
production sharing contracts- the new Petroleum Regulatory and Natural Gas Board Act – the
emerging regulatory reforms.
Transport
Law, policy and reforms relating to Airports-Railways Road –Port/TAMP and an overview of
coastal shipping and Inland Water Transport policy.
Financial Sector Regulation Goals of financial sector
Reforms – Markets – Players. Regulators-RBI, SEBI, FMC, IRDA, PFRDA, High Level
Coordination Committee on Financial and Capital Markets.
Infrastructure Related Law (ACTs)
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Arbitration and conciliation Act 1996, Building and other construction worker Act
(Regulation of Employment) 1996, Carriers Law (Land, Sea and Air), Contract Act 1872, Electricity
Act 2003, Energy Conservation Act 2001, Environment Protection Act 1986, Industry
Development and Regulation Act 1951, NHAI ACT 1988, Negotiable Instruments Act 1881,
Railways Act 1989, Road transport Corporation Act 2004, Slums Areas Act (Improvement and
Clearance) 1956, Water (Prevention and Control of Pollution) 1974, Development and
Municipal Laws (including Master Plans)
References :
1. Law Infrastructure and Human Rights, Michael B Likosky, Cambridge Univ Press, ISBN
0511345747-BEPDF
2. Infrastructure Policy-An Introduction by Padmanabhan Nair, ICFAI, ISBN 8178815354
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Instrumentation, Control & Automation-SYLLABUS
Electrical Measurement
DC measurements, Dc voltmeter, Ammeter ohmmeter, digital type voltmeter, Ammeter
ohmmeter, AC measurement, Ammeter, ohmmeter, AC voltmeter using rectifier, true RMS
voltmeter, Digital VOM meter.
Sensor & Transducer principles
Principles and classification of transducers, guidelines for selection and application of transducers,
basic requirements of transducers, Different types of transducers: displacement, strain gauge,
LVDT, potentiometer, capacitive & inductive, Piezoelectric, temperature, optical, Hall effect
transducers.
Control System & PID Controller
System concept, differential equations and transfer functions. Modelling of electric systems,
translational and rotational mechanical systems, Simple electromechanical systems. Block diagram
representation of systems – Block diagram reduction methods – Closed loop transfer function,
determination of signal flow graph, Mason’s gain formula. PID controller
Data Acquisition
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Operators Interface, Computer Interfacing for Data Acquisition and Control – Interfacing Input
Signals, Output system with continuous actuators,
Industrial Automation
Automation & Control: Introduction. Need of Automation & Control, Advantages & complications,
various essential requirements of automation and control, structure of automation process,
Hardware and ladder logic for PLC, DCS and SCADA
References:
1. Nagrath & Gopal, “Control System Engineering”, New age International.
2. K. Ogata, “Modern Control Engineering”, Prentice Hall of India.
3. B.C. Kuo & Farid Golnaraghi, “Automatic Control System” Wiley India Ltd.
4. D.Roy Choudhary, “Modern Control Engineering”, Prentice Hall of India.
5. Programmable Logic Controller By: Frank. D. Petruzella , McGraw Hill Education
6. A K Sahwney, Electrical & Electronic measurement, Dnapat rai publishers.
7. Norman S. Mise, Control System Engineering , Wiley Publishing Co.
8. R.T. Stefani, B.Shahian, C.J.Savant and G.H. Hostetter, “Design of Feedback Control Systems”
Oxford University Press.
9. Samarjit Ghosh, “Control Systems theory and Applications”, Pearson Education
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Instrumental Methods of Analysis-Syllabus
Classical and Rapid Methods of Analysis., Paper chromatography, Thin later chromatography,
gas chromatography, ion-exchange chromatpgraphy. UV & IR Spectophotometry, Atomic
Absorption Spectrometry, Plasma-Atomic Absorption Spectrometry, Mass-Spectrometry, );
Nuclear Magnetic Resonance (NMR);
X-Ray Fluorescence Analysis, Dispersive X-Ray Spectrometry, X-Ray Diffraction Analysis.,
SEM – Scanning Electron Microscope, Micro Beam and Surface Analysis, Neutron Activation
Analysis.
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References :
1. Hawthorne, F. C. (ed.). Spectroscopic Methods in Mineralogy and Geology, Reviews in
Mineralogy, Mineralogical Society of America, 18, 1988.
2. Burns, R. G. Mineralogical Applications of Crystal Field Theory, Second Edition, Cambridge
University Press, Cambridge, 1993.
3. Pieters, C. M. and Englert, P. A, (eds.) Remote Geochemical Analysis: Elemental and
Mineralogical Composition, Cambridge University Press, Cambridge,1997.
4. King, P. L. Ramsey, M. S. and Swayse, G. A. (eds.) Infrared Spectroscopy in Geochemistry,
Exploration Geochemistry and Remote Sensing, Mineralogical Association of Canada, short
course series, V -33, 2004.
5. Aitken; M. J. An Introduction to Optical Dating : The Dating of Quaternary Sediments by the
Use of Photon-stimulated Luminescence, Oxford University Press, Oxford,1998.
6. Marshall, D. J. Cathodoluminescence of Geological Materials, Unwin Hyman, Ltd.,
London,1988.
7. Marfunin, A. S. Spectroscopy, Luminescence and Radiation centres in Minerals, Springer-
Verlag, Berlin, 1979.
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International Business-Syllabus
Importance nature and scope of International business; modes of entry into International
Business internationalisation process and managerial implications.
Environmental Context of International Business: Framework for analyzing international
business environment – Domestic, foreign and global environments and their impact on
international business decisions.
Global Trading Environment: World trade in goods and services – Major trends and
developments; World trade and protectionism – Tariff and non-tariff barriers; Counter
trade.
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International Financial Environment: Foreign investments-Pattern, Structure and effects;
Movements in foreign exchange and interest rates and then impact on trade and
investment flows.
International Economic Institutions and Agreements: WTO, IMF, World Bank UNCTAD,
Agreement on Textiles and Clothing (ATC), GSP, GSTP and other International agreements;
International commodity trading and agreements.
Regional Economic Groupings in Practice: Regionalism vs. multilaterallism, Structure and
functioning of EC and NAFTA; Regional economic cooperation.
Multinational Corporations and their involvement in International Business: Issues in
foreign investments, technology transfer, pricing and regulations; International
collaborative arrangements and strategic alliances. Emerging Developments and Other
Issues: Growing concern for ecology; Counter trade; IT and international business.
References:
1. Bennet, Roger, International Business, Financial Times, Pitman Publishing, London, 1999.
2. Bhattacharya, B., Going International: Response se Strategies of the Indian Sector, Wheeler
Publishing, New Delhi, 1996.
3. Czinkota, Michael R., et. al., International Business, the Dryden Press, Fortworth, 1999.
4. Danoes, John D. and Radebaugh, Lee H., International Business: Environment and Operations,
8th ed., Addison Wesley, Readings, 1998.
5. Griffin, Ricky W. and Pustay, Michael W, International Business: A Managerial Perspective,
Addison Wesley, Readings, 1999.
6. Hill, Charles W. L., International Business, McGraw Hill, New York, 2000.
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Introduction to Aerospace Engineering-SYLLABUS
Introduction to Flight Vehicles
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Classification of Flight Vehicles along with prominent features of Design; Airplanes, Hovercraft,
Helicopter & other V/STOL Machines along with examples, Space Vehicles; Different concepts
& configurations from Sputnik to Apollo, Reusable Vehicles; Space Shuttle & its features.
DGCA, Airworthiness Requirements & Air Regulations.
Principles of Flight Mechanics
Lifting & Non Lifting Surfaces. Lift & Drag of Aerofoils, Stalling, Finite Span Wing, Induced Drag.
Wing Planform Variations,Forward & Aft Swept Wings, High Coefficient of Lift Devices, use of
Control Surfaces, Elementary Ideas about Stability & Control of Airplanes.
Hovercraft,Helicopter & Space Vehicles.
Principles of Aerospace Propulsions
Classification of Propulsive Units & their features; Fixed & Variable Pitch Air Screws, Piston
Prop Engine, Turbo Prop Engine, Turbo Jet Engines & its Variations, Ramjet, Pulse Jet, Rockets
Engines; Solid & liquid Propellant Engine, the concept of Staging of Rockets. Structural features
in each case selection of Materials. Engine Starting-Systems.
Aerospace Vehicle Structure
Importance of Strength/Weight Ratio, Introduction to Loads on different parts of the Vehicle,
detailed description of the Fuselage, Wing & Tail Surfaces, Wing Surfaces, Wing Fuselage
Jointing Methods, different types of Under Carriages, Structural Design Philosophy of Manned
& Unmanned Space Vehicles.
Passenger Comfort Systems
Need for Pressurizing the Cabin, Pressuring System, Oxygen Arrangements, Air Conditioning
System, Control of Temperature Integrated Air Conditioning System.
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Navigation & Communication System
Different Navigation Methods, Dead Reckoning, Astronavigation, Ratio Aids, Positive Fixing,
Related modern instruments. Instruments landing system, HF & vHF System, Simple
Description of Communication Systems using Earth Station & Satellites, Networks
Communication System.
Power Actuated Systems
Hydraulic System: details & various components, Selector & Sequence, Switches, Electro-
Hydro-Mechanical System, Pneumatic System, Auto Pilot System
References :
1. Aerospace Engineering by Frederik P Miller, John Brewster & Agnes, Alphascript Publishing,
ISBN 6130677219
2. Variation Analysis & Aerospace Engineering by Buttazo, SV, ISBN 0387958568
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Investment & Security Law-SYLLABUS
Historical Background of securities and investment laws
Securities: the concept, England: Banking corporate finance and private financial services,
India: from usury laws to the modern system
Securities: Kinds
Government Securities, Securities issued by banks, Securities issued by corporations,
Securities in mutual fund and collective investment scheme, Depository receipts
Government Securities
Bonds issued by government and semi government institutions, Role of Central Bank (the
RBI in India), Impact of issuance of bonds on economy, Government loan from the general
public, External borrowing, World Bank, I.M.F., Asian Development Bank, Direct loan from
foreign government, Government loan: the constitutional dilemma and limitations, Can a
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state go for external loans?, Impact on economic sovereignty, Dilution of power of the
Central Bank (RBI), Treasury deposits
Securities Issued by Banks
Bank notes: is it the exclusive privilege of the Central Bank in the issue, Changing functions
of banks from direct lending and borrowing to modern System, Bank draft, travellers'
cheques, cheque cards, credit cards, cast cards, Deposits' nature: current, saving and
fixed deposits, interest warrants
Corporate Securities
Shares, Debentures, Company deposits, Control over corporate securities, Central
government: Company Law Board, SEBI: guide lines on capital issues, RBI, Protection of
investor, Administrative regulation, Disclosure regulation, Protection by criminal
sanction
Collective Investment
Unit Trust of India, Venture capital, Mutual fund, Control over issue and management of
UTI, venture capital and mutual funds, Plantations and horti-culture farms, General
control, Control by rating, Regulation on rating.
Depositories
Denationalized securities, Recognition of securities, Types of depository receipts: IDR, ADR,
GDR and Euro receipts, SEBI guideline on depositories,
Investment in non-banking financial institutions
Control by usury laws, Control by RBI, Regulation on non-banking financial and non-
financial companies, Private-financial companies: registration and regulation, Chit
funds
Foreign Exchange Control Regime in India
Concept of foreign exchange regulation, Administration of exchange control,
References :
1. Avdhani. V.A, Himalaya Publishing House, 2005, Investment and Securities Markets in India.
2. Khan. M. Y, Tata McGraw Hill Publication, 2009, Financial Services.
3. K.P.M. Sundaram, P.N.Varshney, Sultan Chand & Sons, Banking theory, Law and Practice
4. Dutta’s banking law and Investments
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5. Farrar, John, H. and Hanniyan, Brenda, Farrr's Company Law, (1998) Butterworths, London
6. Gupta, S.N., the Banking Law in Theory and Practice, (1999) Universal, New Delhi. Tannan, M.L.,
Tannan's Banking Law and Practice in India, (2000) India, Law House, New Delhi
7. Ramaiya, A., Guide to the Companies Act, (1998) Wadhwa and Co., New Delhi.
8. Bhandari, M.C., Guide to Company Law Procedures, (1996) Wadhwa and Co., New Delhi.
9. Ford, Haj A.M., et. al. Ford's Principles of Corporations Law, (1999) Butterworths, London.
10. Purithavathy Pandian, Vikas Publishing House, Delhi. Security Analysis and Portfolio
Management.
11. Kucchal. S.C, Chaitanya publishing House,21st ed. Corporate Finance.
12. Shekhar. K.C. Shekar Lekshmy, Vikas Publishing House, 20th ed, Banking theory and Practice.
13. Dr. S. Gurusamy, Tata McGraw Hill, 2009, Financial Markets and Institutions.
14. Mithani.D.M, Himalaya Publishing House, Money banking, International trade and Public
Finance.
15. Singh Preeti, Himalya Publishing House, Investment management.
16. G.Vijayragvan Iyenger, Excel books, New Delhi, Introduction to Banking.
17. Bholey. L. M, Financial Institutions and Markets.
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Isotope Geology
1. Isotopes and radioactivity
Isotope, Isotone, Isobar. Radioactive decay and half-life.
2. The principles of radioactive dating and dating methods
U-Pb system, K-Ar method, Rb-Sr method, Isochron Model and Pb-Pb Isochron, Concordant
and Discordant age.
3. Radiogenic isotope geochemistry
Isotope geochemistry of rare gases particularly Argon Isotopes.
4. Stable isotope geochemistry
4.1. Isotope Fractionation Processes of Selected Elements {H, O} and Variations of Stable
Isotope Ratios in Nature particularly in hydrosphere.
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Natural Abundances of the Isotopologues of Water, The Meteoric Water Line, The
Deuterium Excess Parameter, Evaporation and Condensation, Factors Controlling the
Isotopic Composition of Precipitation.
4.2. Variations of Stable Isotope Ratios in Nature for Igneous and Metamorphic rocks.
5. Basic Principles of Mass Spectrometry
The Mass Spectrum, The Mass Spectrometer components (Ionisation Techniques and
Interfaces, Detectors.). Computer Acquisition of Data.
Book
1. “Stable Isotope Geochemistry” by Jochen Hoefs. (Springer) ISBN: 978-3-540-70703-5
2. “Isotope Geology” by CLAUDE J. ALLE`GRE (Cambridge University Press) ISBN-13 978-0-
521-86228-8
3. “Mass Spectrometry-A Foundation Course” by K. Downard (RSC) ISBN 0-85404-609-7.
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Judicial Process & Statutory Interpretation-SYLLABUS
Principles of Legislation
Bentham’s Theory of Utility and its Relevance,
Relationship of Law and Public Opinion.
Social theory
Egalitarians Views
Relationship between Law and Moral
Interpretation
Meaning and Purpose,
Main Rules of Interpretation,
Subsidiary Rules of Interpretation,
External and Internal Rules of Interpretation,
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Interpretation of the Constitution and Penal statutes
Judicial Process
Nature of Judicial Process,
Notion of Judicial Review
Contemporary trends in judicial review
Principles of Stare Decisis and Ratio Decidendi
Judicial Role in Adjudication, Judicial Law Making and Prospective
Overruling
Judicial Activism and Judicial Dynamics
Judicial process and Right to life and personal liberty
References :
1. Principle of Statutory Interpretation by G.P. Singh.- Lexis Nexis
2. Law and Public Openion by Dicey, A.V.
3. Statutory Interpretation by Ruth Sullivan.- Irwing Law
4.Theories Of Legislation by Bentham
5.Nature Of Judicial Process by Cardozo
6.Judicial Process by Henry J. Abra
7. Interpretation by Maxwell
8. Statute Law by Craise W. F.
9. Interpretation by J. Swaroop
10 Judicial Process and Precedent by Prof. A Lakshminath, EBC
Principles of Legislation
Bentham’s Theory of Utility and its Relevance,
Relationship of Law and Public Opinion.
Social theory
Egalitarians Views
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Relationship between Law and Moral
Interpretation
Meaning and Purpose,
Main Rules of Interpretation,
Subsidiary Rules of Interpretation,
External and Internal Rules of Interpretation,
Interpretation of the Constitution and Penal statutes
Judicial Process
Nature of Judicial Process,
Notion of Judicial Review
Contemporary trends in judicial review
Principles of Stare Decisis and Ratio Decidendi
Judicial Role in Adjudication, Judicial Law Making and Prospective
Overruling
Judicial Activism and Judicial Dynamics
Judicial process and Right to life and personal liberty
References :
1. Principle of Statutory Interpretation by G.P. Singh.- Lexis Nexis
2. Law and Public Openion by Dicey, A.V.
3. Statutory Interpretation by Ruth Sullivan.- Irwing Law
4.Theories Of Legislation by Bentham
5.Nature Of Judicial Process by Cardozo
6.Judicial Process by Henry J. Abra
7. Interpretation by Maxwell
8. Statute Law by Craise W. F.
9. Interpretation by J. Swaroop
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10 Judicial Process and Precedent by Prof. A Lakshminath, EBC
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JURISPRUDENCE-Syllabus
Natural Law - Positivism -Law and Morality-Revived Natural Law- Idealist Schools -
Marxian School.
Historical and Evolutionary Theories-Sociological Jurisprudence-Realist Jurisprudence-
Law and Social Change.
Concept of individual and social justice in the Indian context - Constitution and social
justice - preamble fundamental rights and directive principles of the Constitution.
Law and poverty - Access to justice - Legal aid to the poor and indigent, objectives and
programmes - Legal literacy and law reform.
Judicial activism and public interest litigation.
Doctrine of precedent - ratio decidendi and obiter dictum - methods of determining
ratio - stare decisis and its exceptions - precedent in common law and civil law
countries.
Logic and growth in law (both under code system and common law) - categories of
illusory reference - legal reasoning (judicial as well as juristic) - new rhetorics - role of
judicial concepts and judicial discretion in judicial reasoning.
Nature of judicial process - search for the legislative intention - methods of judicial
interpretation - role of philosophy (logic), history, traditional and sociology - judge as
legislator - judicial creativity and its limitations.
Judicial process in Indian legal system - operation of precedent in India - constitutional
interpretations by the Supreme Court.
Prospective overruling - basic structure theory and limitations to constitutional
amendments - judicial activism vis-à-vis judicial self restraint.
References :
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1. Roscoe Pound - Introduction to Philosophy of Law (1954) Chs. 1, 2
& 3.
2. Roscoe Pound - Jurisprudence, (1959) Vol. I, Parts I & II.
3. Bodenheimer - Jurisprudence (1974) Part I
4. Friedmann - Legal Theory (1967)
5. W. Friedmann - Law in a changing society (1972)
6. Julius Stone - Social Dimensions of Law and Justice (1966) Ch. 1
7. Cappelletti and Garth (Ed.) - Access to Justice, (1978) Vol. I, Book I, Part I
8. B. Sivaramayya - Inequalities and the Law (1984)
9. Upendra Baxi - The crisis of Indian Legal System, (1982) Chs. 1, 2,
3, 8 & 10
10. Upendra Baxi - Law and Poverty (1988) Chs. 1, 2, 3, 5, 19, 20 & 21
11. Government of India - Report of the Expert Committee on Legal Aid :
Processual Justice to the People (1973)
12. Government of India - Report on National Juridicare :
Equal Justice – Social Justice, (1977)
13. Lon.L.Fuller - The Morality of Law (1995) Reprint
14. H.L.A.Hart - The Concept of Law (1993) Reprint
15. M.D.A.Freeman - Lloyd’s Introduction to Jurisprudence (1994)
16. John Rawls - A Theory of Justice, Oxford (1972)
17. Roscoe Pound - Jurisprudence (1959) Parts 3, 5, 6
18. K. Allen - Law in the Making (1963) Chs. 3, 4
19. Julius Stone - Legal System and Lawyer’s reasonings (1964) Chs. 1,6,7
& 8
20. Julius Stone - Social Dimensions of Law and Justice (1966) Ch. 14 (Part I &
II)
21. Julius Stone - Precedent and the Law, Butterworth (1985)
22. Rupert Cross - Precedent in English Law (1968)
23. Rupert Cross and J.W.Harris - Precedent in English Law (1991)
24. Von Mehren - The Civil Law System (1957) Ch. 16
25. Levi - Introduction to Legal Reasoning (1970)
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26. Cardozo - The Nature of Judicial Process (1921)
27. Rajeev Dhavan - The Supreme Court of India : A Socio-legal Critiques of
its Juristic Techniques (1977) Ch. 1
28. Laxminath - Precedent in the Indian Legal System (1990)
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MACHINE MODELLING & ANALYSIS - syllabus Basic Two-pole DC machine - primitive 2-axis machine - Voltage & Current relationship - Torque equation Mathematical model of separately excited DC motor and DC Series motor in state variable form – Transfer function of the motor – Numerical problems Mathematical model of D.C. shunt motor and D.C. Compound motor in state variable form - Transfer function of the motor – Numerical Problems
Linear transformation-Phase transformation (a,b,c to ,,o)-Active transformation(,,o to d,q) Circuit model of a 3 pahse Induction motor - Linear transformation - Phase Transformation - Transformation to a Reference frame - Two axis models for Induction motor Voltage and current Equations in stator reference frame - Equation in Rotor reference frame - Equations in a synchronously rotating frame - Torque equation-Equations in state-space form Circuit model of a 3ph Synchronous motor – Two axis representation of Syn. Motor. Voltage and current Equations in state - space variable form - Torque equation. BOOKS :
1. Thyristor control of Electric Drives - Vedam Subramanyam. 2. Analysis of electric machinery and Drive systems - Paul C.Krause , Oleg wasynezuk, Scott
D.Sudhoff
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Maritime Transportation-SYLLABUS
Background
Introduction, International Trade and Shipping, The Actors in Shipping, The Shipowner,
Safety and Economy, Maritime Safety Regime, Why Safety Improvement is Difficult, The Risk
Concept, Acceptable Risk, Conflict of Interest, Expertise and Rationality
Maritime Risk Picture
Introduction, Definitions, Maritime Activity, Concept of Accident Types, Quantitative Risk
picture, Fatality Risk, Pollution, The Risk Concept, Large-Scale Accidents, The Accident
Phenomenon
Rules and Regulations
Introduction, Scandinavian Star Fire Accident, International Maritime Organization
(IMO),Flag State Control, Port State Control, Classification Societies,
Statistical Methods
Statistical Risk Monitoring, Introduction, Statistical Measures, Discrete Probability
Distributions, Continuous Distributions, Consequence Estimation
Decisions in Operation
Introduction, Work Accident Measurement, Safety Competence: Correlation Analysis,
Testing of a Distribution Model, Choosing Among Alternative Training Programs
Risk Analysis
Traffic-Based Models, Introduction, Basic Theory, A General Model of Impact Accidents,
Grounding and Stranding Models, Loss of Navigational Control, Collision, A General Collision
Model, Loss of Traffic Control, Visibility
Damage Estimation
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Introduction, Survey of Damage Data, Estimation of Impact Energy, Stranding and
Grounding, High-speed Craft (HSC) Damage, Damage Consequences, Boston Harbour Collision
Risk Study, Risk Assessment for a Production and Storage Tanker, Rules and Regulations
Risk Analysis Techniques
Introduction, Risk Analysis and Risk Assessment, Basic Theory, Preliminary Hazard Analysis
(PHA), Hazard and Operability Studies (HAZOP), Failure Mode, Effect and Criticality Analysis
(FMECA), Fault Tree Analysis (FTA), Event Tree Analysis (ETA),
Cost-Benefit Analysis
Introduction, Basic Theory, CBA in a Risk Assessment Context, Alternative Problem-Solving
Approaches, CBA of Oil Spill Prevention Measures for Tankers,
Formal Safety Assessment
Introduction, The FSA Approach, Hazard Identification, Risk Assessment, Establish Safety
Measures, Cost-Benefit Assessment, Recommendations for Decision-Making, Application
of the FSA Methodology,
Management and Operations
Human Factors, Introduction, Human Error, Accident Characteristics, Human Information
Processing, Sensing and Observation, Perception and Decision-Making, Physical Work
Environment, Effect of Sea Motion, Human Reliability Assessment,
Occupational Safety
Introduction, Lives Lost at Sea, Occupational Accidents, Accident Situation, Job-Related
Problems, Work Conditions and Flag Standard, The Global Labour Market,
Accident Analysis
Introduction, Safety and Learning, Why Analyse Accidents? ,The Maritime System, Accident
Theories, What is an Accident?, Reconstruction of Events, The Loss Causation Model,
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Alternative Accident Models, Official Accident Investigation, Accident Analysis Software,
Human Factors Analysis, The CASMET Approach, Case-Oriented Analysis, Incident Reporting
Emergency Preparedness
Introduction, Examples of Accidents, Emergency and Life-Saving Regulations, Emergency
Preparedness Activities and Functions, Human Behaviour in Catastrophes, Evacuation Risk,
Evacuation Simulation, Pollution Emergency Planning
Safety Management
Introduction, Total Quality Management (TQM), The ISM Code, Auditing, Corporate Safety
Culture
References :
1. Maritime Transportation-Safety Management & Risk Analysis by Svein Kristiansen
2. Review of Maritime Transportation by UN
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Marketing Management-SYLLABUS
Marketing Scope and Concepts
Strategic Marketing Planning
Marketing Strategy: Segmentation and Targeting
Consumer Buying Behaviour
Product Life Cycle Strategies
Branding and Packaging
Positioning and Differentiation Strategies
Pricing Strategies
Managing Marketing Channels
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Management of Logistics and Physical Distribution
Integrated Marketing Communications
Advertising and Sales Promotion
Sales Management
Market Information Systems and Market Research
Service Marketing
Future of Marketing and its Dimensions
References :
1. Marketing Management by Philip Kotler
2. Marketing Management by Rajan Saxena,TATA Mc Graw Hill, ISBN 0070144915
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Mass Transfer Equipment Design and Separation Processes-SYLLABUS
DISTILLATION
Multicomponent Multistage Distillation, Crude Distillation, Extractive and Reactive
Distillation
ABSORPTION
Non-Isothermal Absorption and Absorption with Chemical Reaction
EXTRACTION
Liquid-Liquid Extraction, Supercritical Fluid Extraction, Applications in Petroleum and
Petrochemical Industries
ADSORPTION
Equilibrium Adsorption and Breakthrough, Temperature and Pressure Effects in Gas
and Liquid Phase Adsorption, Pressure Swing Adsorption (PSA), Multistage
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Adsorption, Continuous Contact Packed and Moving Bed Adsorption, Simulated
Moving Bed Adsorption
MEMBRANE SEPARATION PROCESSES
Reverse Osmosis, Ultrafiltration, Dialysis, Electro Dialysis, Applications
COLUMN INTERNALS FOR MASS TRANSFER EQUIPMENT
References:
J. D. Seader, E. J. Henley and D. K. Roper, Separation Process Principles, 3rd Ed., Wiley, New York,
2010.
R. K. Sinnott, Chemical Engineering Design (Coulson & Richardson's Chemical Engineering, Volume
6), 4th Ed., Elsevier, Oxford, UK, 2005.
C. D. Holland, Fundamentals and Modeling of Separation Processes: Absorption, Distillation,
Evaporation and Extraction, Prentice Hall, Englewood Cliffs, NJ, 1974.
M. M. Denn, Process Modeling, Longman, London, 1986.
W. L. McCabe, J. C. Smith and P. Harriottt, Unit Operations of Chemical Engineering, 7th Ed.,
McGraw Hill, New York, 2005.
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Material Science-SYLLABUS
Nature of Crystal Geometry
Atomic Arrangements in Solids, Space Lattice, Coordination Number and Effective Number of
Atoms for Common Crystalline Structures: F.C.C., B.C.C. and H.C.P., Indexing of Crystallographic
Planes and Directions
Solidification and Phase Equilibria
Solidification of Metals and Alloys: Equiaxed, Dendritic and Columnar Grains: Types of Segregation
Phase Diagrams
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Binary Equilibrium Diagrams Involving Isomorphous, Eutectic, Peritectic and Monotectic Systems,
Phase Rule, Lever Rule, Effect of Non-Equilibrium Cooling on Structure and Distribution of Phases
Solid State Transformations
Phase Equilibria Involving Eutectoid and Peritectoid Transformations, TTT and CCT Diagrams
Important Binary Systems: Cu-Ni, Al-Si, Al-Cu, Pb-Sn, Cu-Zn, Cu-Sn and Fe-C Systems, Effect of Non
Equilibrium Cooling and Important Alloys Belonging to These Systems
Metal Forming Processes
Plastic Deformation and Yield Criteria, relationship between Tensile and Shear Yield Stresses,
Various Forming Operations and their Mechanics, Defects in Metal Forming, Material Forming and
Dimensioning
Heat Treatment of Ferrous and Non-Ferrous Alloys
Annealing, Normalizing, Quenching, Tempering, Surface Hardening and Precipitation Hardening
References :
1. Engineers Guide to Rotating Equipment, The Pocket Reference, Clifford Matthews –
Professional Engineering Publishing Limited – UK
2. Introduction to Physical Metallurgy – Avner S.H. – McGraw Hill Book Co.
3. Engineering Physical Metallurgy – Lakhtin Y. – Mir Publishers.
4. The Superalloys: Fundamentals and Applications – Roger C. Reed – Cambridge Press
5. ASM Metals Handbook “Failure Analysis and Prevention”, ASM Metals Park. Ohio, Vol.10,
10th Edition, 1995
6. Colangelo.V.J. and Heiser.F.A., “Analysis of Metallurgical Failures”, John Wiley and Sons Inc.
New York, USA, 1974
7. M. F. Ashby, Materials Selection in Mechanical Design, Elsevier Publication, 2005
8. Physical Metallurgy – Hansen P. – Cambridge University Press
9. Physical Metallurgy – Gulyaev, A. – Volume I & II, Mir Publishers, Moscow.
10. ASM HANDBOOK Vol 2: Properties and Selection – Nonferrous Alloys& special purpose
materials
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11. Extraction of Non-ferrous metals – H.S.Ray
12. Composites and Nanocomposites - A. K. Haghi, Oluwatobi Samuel Oluwafemi, Josmin P.
JoseHanna and J. Maria – CRC Press
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Mechanics of Damage Tolerance-SYLLABUS
Basics of Damage Tolerance: Strength vs. Damage Tolerance, Historic Introduction and Molecular
Interpretation. Mathematical preliminaries : Vectors and Tensors, Complex Variables & Functions,
Taylor's and Laurent's Series Expansions, Poles & Residues, Contour Integration Review of
Ealsticity: Stress & Strain, Equilibrium, Elasticity, Plasticity and Yield Criteria, Strain Energy, Plane
Stress and Plane Strain, Solution methods, Airy stress functions, Complex potentials. Stress
Analysis of Cracked Bodies: Stress Concentration in Circular and Elliptic Holes, Stress Intensity
Factor, Fracture Modes, Other Analytical, Numerical and Experimental methods.
Energy Concepts: Strain Energy Release Rate, J Integral, Virtual Crack Closure, Equivalence of
Energy and Stress approaches.
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Mechanics of Solids-SYLLABUS
Complex Stress & Strains : Two dimensional and three dimensional stress system. Normal
and tangential stresses, principal planes, principal stresses and strains, Mohr’s circle of
stresses, Mohr’s circle for strains, combined bending and torsion, theories of failure.
Shear Force and Bending Moment : Relation between Shear force, Bending moment &
Loading. Shear force and Bending moment diagram for compound beams, Overhanging
Beams, Cantilever beams.
Theory of Simple Bending : Concept of pure bending and stress, bending equation. Neutral
axis. Section-modulus, determination of bending stresses in simply supported, Cantilever
and overhanging beams subjected to point load and uniformly distributed loading. Bending
stress distribution across a section, shear stresses in beams.
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Deflection of Beams : Double integration method. Macaulay’s Method. Beam of variable
cross section.
Torsion Shafts : Concept of pure torsion. Torsion equation. Determination of shear stress
and angle of twist of shafts of circular section, hollow shafts, open and closed coil springs,
leaf spring. Spiral spring.
Axial Loaded Columns & Combined Stresses :Introduction, Buckling Effect, Euler’s Theory
& Rankine’s Formula for Axially Loaded Columns with different End Conditions. Concept of
Equivalent Length. Stresses due to Eccentric & Lateral Loads, Core of Section.
Pressure Vessels :Thin and thick walled cylinders and spheres. Stress due to internal
pressure. Change in length, diameter and volume. Compound cylinders and shrink fittings.
Unsymmetrical Bending: Principal moment of Inertia, product of Inertia, Bending of a
beam in a plane which is not a plane of symmetry. Shear center.
Curved beams : Pure bending of curved beams of rectangular, circular and trapezoidal
sections. Stress distribution and position of neutral axis.
References:
1. Vazirani, V.N. and Ratwani, N.M., Strength of Materials, Vol I, Khanna Publishers, 1996.
2. Kazimi, Mechanics of Solids, Tata McGraw - Hill, 2004.
3. Timoshenko, S.P. and Gere, J.M., Mechanics of Materials, Tata McGraw Hill, 1992.
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Methods in structural geology-SYLLABUS
Interior and Exterior structure of earth, basic introduction to formation of rocks, classification
of Joints, Classification of folds, classification of Faults, classification of fracture. Mechanical
properties of geological structures.
Mapping, Surface mapping, subsurface mapping, Methods of mapping like contour,
lithological, isopach, tectonic etc., Map analysis like strike, dip, thickness and structural
calculation and construction’s.
Fundamental of stress, strain, displacement, homo or heterogeneous nature, axial or three-
dimensional strain and stress analyses and stereographic projection of various structures.
Deformation of rock analysis, paleo stress or strain measurements, pressure gauge, Ustage,
Balance cross sections, interpretation of various structural analyses by numerical and graphical
representation.
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Reference Books
1. Earth Structure: An Introduction to Structural Geology and Tectonics by Ben A. van der
Pluijm (Author), Stephen Marshak (Author)
3. Structural Geology: An Introduction to Geometrical Techniques by D. M. Ragan
4. Structural geology 2nd edition by By Marland P., Billings
5. Introduction to structural geology by Patrice F. Rey
6. Field geology by Lahee
MINERAL ENGINEERING-SYLLABUS
Introduction
Scope, objectives and limitations of mineral processing; Liberation and beneficiation
characteristics of minerals and coal, Physical and chemical properties; Crystal, crystal
classes and systems; Classification of minerals and properties of common silicate
Comminution
Theory and practice of crushing and grinding; different types of crushing and grinding
equipment their application and limitation, size separation; Laboratory size analysis and
interpretation; Settling of solids in fluids; Industrial screens; Mechanical classifiers and
hydrocyclones.
Methods of Ore dressing
Jigging, heavy media separation, flowing film concentrator’s theory, application and
limitations. Froth flotation: Physico-chemical principles; Reagents; Machines; Flotation of
sulphides, oxides and coal, electrical and magnetic methods of concentration, Principles,
fields of application and limitations, dewatering, thickener and filter.
Hydro-metallurgical methods of recovery
Leaching principle, various methods and applications. Laboratory sampling, simplified
flow sheets for coal, copper, lead, zinc, gold, iron, manganese ores and lime stone.
Suggested readings
1. Barry A. Wills, Tim Napier-Munn (2006): Mineral Processing Technology
2. Gupta A., Yan D., Mineral processing design and operation: an Introduction, First Edition, Elsevier, 2006
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3. A. M. Gaudin., Principles of Mineral Dressing, Tata McGraw Hill. 4. Fuerstenau M., Han K, (eds.), Principles of Mineral Processing. SME, 2003
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Modeling & Simulations-SYLLABUS
Modeling
Concept of modeling, classification of mathematical models, modeling with ordinary
differential equations, difference equations, partial differential equations, graphs, Maximum
Likelihood Variance Reduction Techniques, Antithetic Variates, Control Variates, Common
Random Numbers, Importance Sampling.
.
Simulation
Concept, types (quantitative, experimental, computer, fuzzy theory, statistical) processes of
formulation of model based on simulation. Variables and measurement, Confidence Intervals,
Design of Experiments Markov Chain Monte Carlo Techniques.
.
Processes
Random Numbers and Distributions
References:
1. Theory of Modeling and Simulation, Second Edition By Bernard P. Zeigler
2. Mathematical Modeling and Simulation: Introduction for Scientists and Engineers By Kai Velten
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Modern Control System Engineering-SYLLABUS
PRELIMINARIES MATHEMATICS
Linear vector spaces and linear operators: Fields, vectors and vector spaces, Linear
dependence, Dimension of linear space, Linear transformation and matrices, Scalar product
and norms, Quadratic function and definite matrices, vector and matrix norms, Solution of
linear algebraic equation: Range space, Rank, Null space and nullity of a matrix,
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Homogenousand nonhomogeneous equations, Eigenvalues and Eigenvectors and a canonical
form representation of linear operators, Functions of square matrix: Caley-Hamilton theorem.
Lagrange and Hamiltonian Equations.
SYSTEM MODELING
Introduction, Classification of control systems, Principles of automatic control, feedback
systems, Practical examples, transfer function approach, Impulse response and transfer
function, transfer matrix, Determination of transfer functions for simple electrical, mechanical,
electromechanical, hydraulic and pneumatic systems, analogous systems. Block diagram s,
block diagram reduction, signal flow graphs, Masons’ gain formula.
STATE SPACE DESCPRIPTION
The concept of state and state models, State equations for dynamic systems, State equations using
phase, physical and canonical variables, Plant models of some illustrative control systems, State
space representation and realization of transfer matrices, Minimal realization, Solution of state
equation.
DISCRETE TIME SYSTEMS
Sampled data control systems -Spectrum analysis of sampling process and aliasing – Signal
reconstruction -Zero order and First order hold - review of z transforms- Difference equation
model - Impulse response model -Z (Pulse) transfer function -Response of linear discrete
systems -Practical aspects of the choice of sampling rate -The Z and S domain relationships -
Stability analysis - Jury's test -Bilinear transformation.
CONTROL ACTIONS
Tracking and regulatory control concepts; Concept of Compensation networks and application
to system design; Classical PID control- Degrees of freedom controllers, Action of different
types of controllers – P, PI, PD, PID, Tuning of PID controllers; Response of systems with
controller; Anti wind-up; Simulation of controlled systems.
Text Books 1. J. Nagrath& M. Gopal,Control System Engineering, New Age Int. (P) Ltd. 2. M. Gopal, Digital Controls and State Variable Methods,TMH Pub. Com. Reference Books 1. K. Ogata, Modern Control Engineering, Prentice Hall of India. 2. B. C. Kuo, Automatic Control Systems, Prentice Hall of India. 3. K. Ogata, Discrete Time Control Systems,Prentice Hall of India. 4. George .J. Thaler, Automatic Control Systems, Jaico Publishing House. 5. T. Kailath, Linear Systems, Prentice-Hall, Englewood Cliff's, NJ, 1980.
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Modern Control Theory-SYLLABUS
Introduction
Linear Spaces and Linear Operators
State Variable Descriptions
Physical Systems and State Assignment
Solution of State Equations
Controllability and Observability
Relationship between State Variable and Input-Output Descriptions
Stability
Model Control
Optimal Control: General Mathematical Procedures
Optimal Feedback Control
Stochastic Optimal Linear Estimation and Control
References :
1. Modern Control Engineering by K.Ogata, Prentice Hall, ISBN 8120340108
2. Control System Engineering by M. Gopal, New Age Intl Pvt Publishers, ISBN 8122420087
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Modern Practices in Oil and Gas Industry-SYLLABUS
MULTI LATERAL AND HORIZONTAL WELL TECHNOLOGY:
Introduction & objectives of horizontal wells, ERD, Laterals etc.
Geological aspects & development of oil & gas field using horizontal wells.
Drilling of horizontal, multilateral and ERD wells.
Completion of horizontal, multilateral and ERD wells.
Reservoir engineering concepts of horizontal wells.
Well logging methods in horizontal wells.
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Well test analysis of horizontal wells.
Well performance & productivity of horizontal Wells.
Water & Gas coning in horizontal wells.
Application of horizontal wells in gas reservoirs & in recovery of heavy oils.
WELL COMPLETION
Design of Perforations Perforating process; Perforation Guns and firing head.
Perforating/ well activation mechanism: Underbalanced and overbalanced perforations.
Pressure control equipment (Well Head Lubricator Assembly); Type, size and orientation of
perforation holes; Optimum Perforation Practices; Down-hole Equipment- Packers – their types,
Tubing, Flow couplings, expansion joints, Sliding Sleeves / Side Pocket Mandrels & Blast Joints etc.
Smart / Intelligent Wells, Well Completion Design.
Well Sickness, diagnosis and mitigation: Type of well sickness, Symptoms of sick wells, Testing of
sick wells, Identification and Diagnosis of Well Problems, Planning of Workover Jobs; Minor &
Major (Capital Repair) jobs; Water & Gas Shut-off jobs; Squeeze Cementing; Water and Gas
Coning; Sand Control & its Techniques; Fishing operation, Coil Tubing Unit, Snubbing unit.
Well Stimulation Techniques: Acidizing of O & G Wells; Hydraulic Fracturing; Acid fracturing, Heat
treatment, Down-hole Heaters. In-situ Combustion.
ADVANCED WELL COMPLETION PRACTICES:
Basics of Reservoir Completion: Inflow Performance Relationship, Perforating, Hydraulic
Fracturing, Acid Fracturing.
Sand Control: Rock Strength, Sand control Prediction, Sand production mitigation, Sand control
screens, Gravel Packing, Chemical sand consolidation.
Life of Well Operations: Types and methods of Intervening, Impact on Completion Design. Tubing
well performance, Multiphase flow & tubing performance, Flow predictions, Temperature
prediction and Control, Packer fluids, Production & Injection well sizing.
Material Selection: Down hole Corrosion, Metallurgy Selection, Corrosion Inhibition, Seals, Control
Lines and encapsulation, Coatings and liners.
Tubing Stress Analysis: Stress, Strain and Grades, Axial Loads, Burst ,Collapse, Triaxial Analysis,
Safety and design Factors, Load Cases, Tubing Connections.
Completion Equipment: On-land and subsea Christmas trees; Subsurface safety Valves, Packers,
Expansion devices and anchor latches, Landing nipples, locks and sleeves, Mandrels and gauges,
Capillary lines and cable clamps, Loss control and reservoir isolation valves, Crossovers, Flow
couplings, Modules.
Well Completion Techniques: Deep water Completions. HPHT Completions, Completions with
down hole flow control, Multilateral Completions, Dual Completions, Multipurpose Completions,
Underbalanced completions, Coiled tubing and insert completions, Completions for Heavy oil and
steam injection, Completions for Coal Bed Methane.
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Installation of Completion systems: Wellbore Clean-out and mud displacement, Completion fluids
and filtration, Well clean-up and flow initiation.
DRILLING SYSTEM DESIGN:
Drilling Rig Selection and Design: Environmental loading and stability of rig. Design of Block and
Tackle System, Design of Draw works Drum,Top drive drilling.
Casing Design:
Casing while drilling.
Drill String Design.
Drilling fluid selection method for critical exploratory wells and development drilling.
Mud Hydraulics Design: Rheology of drilling fluids and compatibility to borehole conditions,
Hydraulic horse power and Rig horse power calculations. Jet impact force, Hydraulics design in
High inclines wells. Bit Hydraulics, Bottom drive hydraulics design.
Rotary System Design: Design and performance of Kelly drive, Bottom Drive and Top Drive
Systems.
Special Methods of Drilling: Aerated drilling, Under-balanced drilling, Overbalanced drilling, HPHT
Drilling, Variable pressure regime, Plasma drilling, Electrical Drilling, Re-entry drilling, Jet Drilling,
Drilling automation. Smart wells Design, Managed Pressure Drilling.
Drilling Economics.
Computer Application in Drilling.
DEEP WATER TECHNOLOGY:
Global deep water reserves & development activity. Technological advances.
Dynamics of Offshore Structure: Analysis of Waves and fluid induced forces on offshore structures,
Current and wind forces, soil mechanics of seabed & structures.
Deep water Exploration & Drilling : Seismic/Seabed Survey, constraints in deep water survey like
geo-hazards, gas hydrate etc., deep water Drilling with emphasis on the additional inputs to
normal offshore Drilling operation.
Deep water Production System: Fixed Platforms, Compliant Towers, Subsea systems, Extended
Reach Wells, Floating Production Systems like FPSOs, FPSSs, TLPs, Spar Platform and FSOs.
Deep water applications of Subsea Technology: Subsea completion, X-mas tree, control systems,
Manifolds, Templates, ROVs, deep-water installation vessels with DP system and associated
problems.
Deep water Pipelines & umbilical : Issues in deep water Pipeline Design, Rigid and Flexible flow
lines, Pipe-in-pipe, deep-water Risers and their configurations, Pipeline installation methods,
Umbilical – functions, configurations and installation, Flow assurance strategies.
Emerging deep water Technologies : Autonomous Underwater Vehicles (AUVs) Seismicwhile-
drilling, Dual-activity-drilling, Innovative Floating Production Concepts, Subsea processing, subsea
separation (VASPS, SUBSIS, Twister) and any new innovations.
Problems and Mitigation in Deepwater Drilling: Specialized consideration, specific planning
requirement, specialized equipment and deep water complication.
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ADVANCED PETROLEUM FORMATION EVALUATION
Introduction to Formation Evaluation Direct Methods: Coring & Core Analysis, mud logging . Wire-
line Logging Devices: Electrical, Radioactive, Acoustic Logging devices.
Cased Hole Log Analysis Monitoring: Objectives of Cased Hole Logging Environment. CBL/VDL and
Casing Inspection Logs. Perforating.
Production Logging & Reservoir Performance Monitoring: Flow Velocity Tools. Fluid Density
Measurements. Pressure Measurements & Temperature Measurement Techniques
Recent Development: Flow View Measurements.Modular Formation Dynamics Tester. Water Flow
log services. Formation Subsidence Monitor Tool. Digital Entry Fluid Imaging Tools. Ultrasonic
Imaging Tools.
Interpretation Methods: Standard Log Interpretation Methods. MID Plot Method. Crossplotting
Methods.
References:
1. Drilling Engineering Workbook by Baker Hughes INTEQ, December 1995.
2. Drilling and well completions by carl Gartin, Department of Petroleum Engineering, The
University of Texas.
3. Surface Logging Systems Training Guide, Baker Hughes INTEQ, July 1996.
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Modern Sensors-Physics and Applications-SYLLABUS
Sensor Characteristics and Principles
Sensor Classification - sensor characteristics - Physical principles of sensing –
electric charges, fields, and potentials - capacitance – magnetism – induction -
resistance - piezoelectric effect - pyroelectric Effect - Hall effect - Seebeck and
Peltier Effects - SoundWaves - temperature and thermal properties of materials -
heat transfer - Light - Dynamic Models of Sensor Elements.
Sensor Components and Circuits
Optical Components of Sensors : radiometry - photometry – windows - mirrors -
lenses – Fresnel lenses - fiber optics and waveguides – concentrators - coatings
for thermal absorption – electrooptic and acousto-optic modulators -
Interferometric Fiber-optic Modulation, Interface Electronic Circuits: input
characteristics of interface circuits - amplifiers - excitation circuits - analog-to -
digital converters direct digitization and processing - ratiometric circuits - bridge
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circuits – data transmission- Noise in Sensors and Circuits - batteries for low
power sensors
Types of Sensor I
Occupancy and Motion Detectors : ultrasonic sensors - microwave motion
detectors – capacitive occupancy detectors - triboelectric detectors -
optoelectronic motion detectors, Position, Displacement, and Level :
potentiometric sensors - gravitational sensors - capacitive sensors - inductive
and magnetic sensors - optical sensors - ultrasonic sensors - radar sensors –
thickness and level sensors, Velocity and Acceleration: accelerometer
characteristics – capacitive accelerometers - piezoresistive Accelerometers -
piezoelectric accelerometers – thermal accelerometers - gyroscopes -
Piezoelectric Cables, Force, Strain, and Tactile Sensors: strain gauges - tactile
sensors - piezoelectric force sensors, Pressure Sensors : concepts of pressure -
units of pressure - mercury pressure sensor - bellows, membranes, and thin
plates-piezoresistive sensors- capacitive sensors- VRP Sensors- optoelectronic
sensors - vacuum sensors.
Types of Sensor II
Flow Sensors : basics of flow dynamics - pressure gradient technique - thermal
transport sensors - ultrasonic sensors - electromagnetic sensors - microflow
sensors - breeze sensor - coriolis mass flow sensors - drag force flow sensors,
Acoustic Sensors : resistive microphones - condenser microphones - fiber-optic
microphone - piezoelectric microphones - electret microphones - solid-state
acoustic detectors, Humidity and Moisture Sensors : concept of humidity -
capacitive sensors – electrical conductivity sensors - thermal conductivity sensor
- optical hygrometer - oscillating hygrometer. Light Detectors : introduction -
photodiodes - phototransistor - photoresistors - cooled detectors - thermal
detectors - gas flame detectors, Radiation Detectors : scintillating detectors –
ionization detectors, Temperature Sensors: thermoresistive sensors-
thermoelectric contact sensorssemiconductor P-N junction sensors-optical
temperature sensors- acoustic temperature sensorpiezoelectric temperature
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sensors.
Nanosensors
Chemical Sensors : chemical sensor characteristics - specific difficulties -
classification of chemical sensing mechanisms - direct sensors - complex sensors
- chemical sensors versus instruments, Sensor Materials and Technologies :
materials - surface processing - nano-technology - photolithography, Chemical
and Molecular Sensors – Displacement and Motion Sensors – Force Nanosensors
– Pressure Sensing – Thermal Nanosensors – Electric and Magnetic Sensing –
Cellular Bioscanning – Noninvasive Neuroelectric Monitoring– Macrosensing–
Acoustic Macrosensing – Electric and Magnetic Macrosensing – Neural
Macrosensing
References :
1. Jacob Fraden, Handbook of Modern Sensors (2003) Springer, 3rd Edition
ISBN 0-387- 00750-4.
2. Nano Medicines Edited by Dr.Parag Diwan and Ashish Bharadwaj (2006)
Pentagon Press, ISBN 81-8274-139-4.
3. B.B. Laud, Lasers and Non-Linear Optics, 2nd Edition, New Ages International.
4. Ghatak and K. Thyagarajan (2002), Introduction to Fiber Optics, Cambridge University
Press.
5. William Silfvast (2002), Laser Fundamentals, Cambridge University Press.
6. Djafar K. Mynbaeu (2004), Fibre Optic Communication Technology, Pearson Education
Asia.
7. Kittel (2001), Solid State Physics, 7th Edition, John Wiley & Sons.
8. K.C. Gupta (2002), Microwaves, New Age International. Instrument measurement and
Analysis by B. C. Narka and K. K. Chaudhary, Tata McGraw Hill Publishing Company 16th
reprint Chapter 1.
9. Charles P. Poole, Jr. and Frank J. Owens (2003), Introduction to Nanotechnology, John
Wiley & Sons.
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10. Edward L. Wolf (2006), Nano Physics and Nanotechnology – An introduction to
Modern Concepts in Nanoscience, Wiley VCH verlagambh & Co., Weinheim.
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Multimodal Transportation-SYLLABUS
Multimodal Transport
Introduction to Transportation
Road Transportation
Rail Transportation
Maritime Transportation
Air Transport
Intermodal Transportation
Multimodal Transport Law
Organizational Structure for Global Logistics
References :
1. A Textbook of Container & Multimodal Transport Management by Dr KV Hariharan, Shroff, EAN
9788173665516
2. Security and Environmental Sustainability of Multimodal Transport by Bell, Springer, ISBN
9048185610
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Nano Electronic Device-SYLLABUS
INTRODUCTION TO NANOTECHNOLOGY
Background to nanotechnology: Types of nanotechnology and nanomachines – periodic table – atomic structure – molecules and phases – energy – molecular and atomic size – surface and dimensional space – top down and bottom up; Molecular Nanotechnology: Electron microscope – scanning electron microscope – atomic force microscope – scanning tunnelling
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microscope – nanomanipulator – nanotweezers – atom manipulation – nanodots – self assembly – dip pen nanolithography. Nanomaterials: preparation – plasma arcing – chemical vapor deposition – sol-gels – electrodeposition – ball milling – applications of nanomaterials.
FUNDAMENTALS OF NANOELECTRONICS Fundamentals of logic devices:- Requirements – dynamic properties – threshold gates; physical limits to computations; concepts of logic devices:- classifications – two terminal devices – field effect devices – coulomb blockade devices – spintronics – quantum cellular automata – quantum computing – DNA computer; performance of information processing systems;- basic binary operations, measure of performance processing capability of biological neurons – performance estimation for the human brain. Ultimate computation:- power dissipation limit – dissipation in reversible computation – the ultimate computer.
SILICON MOSFETS & QUANTUM TRANSPORT DEVICES Silicon MOSFETS - Novel materials and alternate concepts:- fundamentals of MOSFET Devices- scaling rules – silicon-dioxide based gate dielectrics – metal gates – junctions & contacts – advanced MOSFET concepts. Quantum transport devices based on resonant tunneling:- Electron tunneling – resonant tunneling diodes – resonant tunneling devices; Single electron devices for logic applications:- Single electron devices – applications of single electron devices to logic circuits.
CARBON NANOTUBES Carbon Nanotube: Fullerenes - types of nanotubes – formation of nanotubes – assemblies – purification of carbon nanotubes – electronic propertics – synthesis of carbon nanotubes – carbon nanotube interconnects – carbon nanotube FETs – Nanotube for memory applications – prospects of all carbon nanotube nanoelectronics.
MOLECULAR ELECTRONICS Electrodes & contacts – functions – molecular electronic devices – first test systems – simulation and circuit design – fabrication; Future applications: MEMS – robots – random access memory – mass storage devices.
Text Books
1. Michael Wilson, KamaliKannangara, Geoff Smith, Michelle Simmons and BurkhardRaguse, Nanotechnology: Basic Science and Emerging Technologies, Chapman & Hall / CRC, 2002
2. T. Pradeep, NANO: The Essentials – Understanding Nanoscience and Nanotechnology, TMH, 2007
3. Rainer Waser (Ed.), Nanoelectronics and Information Technology: Advanced Electronic Materials and Novel Devices, Wiley-VCH, 2003
Reference Books
1. Concepts in Spintronics – SadamichiMaekawa 2. Spin Electronics – David Awschalom 2. Nanoelectronics&Nanosystems: From Transistor to Molecular & Quantum Devices: Karl Goser,
JanDienstuhl and others. 3. Nano Electronics and Information Technology: Rainer Waser. _______________________________________________________________________________
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Nano Structural Material-SYLLABUS
Nanomaterial
The Science of Nano - What is Nanobiotechnology
Introduction to Nanostructures
Carbon Nanotubes (CNT), Graphenes, Fullerenes, Nano Peapods, Quantum Dots and
Semiconductor Nanoparticles Metal-based Nanostructures (Iron 2 Oxide Nanoparticles)
Nanowires Polymer-based Nanostructures including dendrimers, Introduction to metal based
nanostructures, Protein-based Nanostructures
Nanomotors
Bacterial (E. coli) and Mammalian (Myosin family) Nanobiosensors: Science of Self-
assembly - From Natural to Artificial Structures Nanoparticles in Biological Labeling and
Cellular Imaging: Physics of low-dimensional materials, 1D, 2D and 3D confinement, Density of
states, Excitons, Coulomb blockade,
Surface plasmon, Size and surface dependence of physical, electronic, optical,
luminescence, thermodynamical, magnetic, catalysis, gas sensing and mechanical
properties. Physical and chemical techniques for nanomaterial synthesis, Assembling and self
organization of nanostructures, Nanoscale manipulation, Nanotube and wire formation,
Importance of size distribution control, size measurement and size selection
References :
1. Nanostructural material- Dr. Parag Diwan, Dr. Ashish Bharadwaj (Pentagon Press)
2. Introduction to Nanoscience by Gabor L. Hornyak, Joydeep Dutta, Harry F. Tibbals, Anil K. Rao.
CRC Press, 2008.
3. Nanotechnology: Importance and Application by M.H. Fulekar, IK International,
4. Environanotechnology by Mao Hong fan, Chin-pao Huang, Alan E Bland, Z Honglin Wang, Rachid
Sliman, Ian Wright. Elsevier, 2010.
5. Nanotechnologies, Hazards and Resource efficiency by M. Steinfeldt, Avon Gleich, U. Petschow,
R. Haum. Springer, 2007.
6. Nanotechnlogy: Health and Environmental risk by Jo Anne Shatkin. CRC press, 2008.
7. Nanotechnology in Biology and Medicine: Methods, Devices and Application by Tuan Vo-Dinh
.CRC press, 2007.
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8. Nanomaterials for Biosensors by Challa Kumar. Wiley-VCH, 2007
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NANOTECHNOLOGY IN OIL AND GAS INDUSTRY-SYLLABUS
NANOTECHNOLOGY FUNDAMENTALS
Basic Terms
Historical evolution of Nanotechnology
(This lesson describes the basic terminology of nanotechnology and present the
historical evolution of this rapidly evolving domain)
Nanoparticles in Fluids and at Fluid Interfaces
Dispersion stability of nanoparticles in fluids; Their transport in porous media
Adsorption of nanoparticles at a fluid interface
Nanoparticle-stabilized foams and emulsions; Their transport in porous media
Nanomagnetism
o Magnetic nanoparticles and their remote control/detection with external magnetic
field
o Ferrofluids; Ferrohydrodynamics
Nano Composites
o Polymer composites; Metal composites
Nano Coatings
o Abrasion-resistant, corrosion-resistant, self-healing coatings
o Super non-wetting or wetting coatings
Nano Catalysts
Environments and Nanotechnology
NANOTECHNOLOGY APPLICATIONS
Drilling and Completions o Drilling fluids and fracturing fluids with improved rheology and well integrity o Improved hardware materials and their use
Production Operations and Flow Assurance o Emulsion and colloidal particulate removal from produced fluids o Inhibition of scale/organic particulate deposition at near-wellbore and downhole
zones o Flow assurance for oil/gas pipelines and surface facilities
Reservoir Sensing
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Enhanced reservoir imaging; Intelligent tracers o Downhole monitoring
Enhanced Oil Recovery o Wettability alteration and imbibition enhancement o CO2 foams and emulsions for improved reservoir sweep o Improved conformance control o Heavy Oil Recovery
Nano catalysts for in-situ or near-wellbore oil upgrading
Suggested readings
1. Introduction to Nano Science and Nanotechnology by Hornyak G. L, et al.
2. Vryzas, Z., & Kelessidis, V. C. (2017). Nano-Based Drilling Fluids: A Review. Energies, 10(4),
540.)
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Natural Gas Reservoir Engineering-SYLLABUS
Introduction
Properties of Natural Gas
Gas Reservoir Deliverability
Wellbore Performance
Choke Performance
Well Deliverability
Separation
Dehydration
Compression and Cooling
Volumetric Measurement
Transportation
Special Problems
References :
1. Natural Gas Reservoir Engineering by Chi U. Ikoku, Krieger Publishing Co., ISBN 0894646400
2. Fundamentals of Gas Reservoir Engineering by J Haqoot, Elseiver Sc, ISBN 0080868819-BEPDF
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Natural Gas Storage-SYLLABUS
Development and operation of gas fields, gas from condensate and oil fields,
thermodynamics and energy change.
Review of physical and chemical properties of natural gas and associate hydrocarbons.
Phase behavior studies: equations of states, multiple flashes, water hydrocarbon systems,
chemical inhibition, hydrate formation, gas liquid equilibria.
Gas handling facilities: flow of fluids, compression of gases, applications of heat transfer
and mass transfer principles in natural gas engineering systems, compressors, pumps, heat
exchangers, furnaces and waster heat recovery facilities, transmission of natural gas in
pipelines, LPG technology production and distribution.
Gas processing: purification, refrigeration and low temperature processing, liquefaction
process, LNG and NGL recovery, sweetening of natural gas and sulphur recovery.
Gas storage: tanks, underground storage, and conservation of natural gas under coal
gasification process and principles, safety. Economic consideration for development of gas
fields.
Development of gas and gas-condensate reservoirs; design and development of gas
storage fields in depleted gas, gas-condensate, oil reservoirs, and aquifers.
Development of gas and gas-condensate reservoirs; design and development of gas
storage fields in depleted gas, gas-condensate, oil reservoirs, and aquifers.
Natural gas storage-Cryogenic and Underground.
References:
1 A. Rojey, C. Jaffret, “Natural Gas Production, Processing, Transport”, Second Editions Technip,
1994.
2. A. Kohl and F. Riesenfeld, “Gas Purification”, Gulf Publishing Company, 1985.
3. Natural Gas Underground Storage : Inventory and deliverability by Prof M Rasin Tek
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4. Underground Storage of Natural Gas Theory and Practice by MR TEk
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Navigation & Guidance-SYLLABUS
Modeling and dynamics of Aircraft
Longitudinal dynamics –displacement autopilot- pitch rate feedback for damping- control
stick steering acceleration control system – Glide slope control system, Lateral dynamics of an
Aircraft, Yaw damper- Method of obtaining co ordination- beta feedback-beta beta dot
feedback – acceleration feedback. Yaw orientational control system- Roll angle control system -
Landing.
Dynamics of Aerospace vehicles
Missiles Missile Control Systems; Dynamics and Control of Rigid and Elastic Rockets;
Control- Structure Interaction; Longitudinal and Lateral Autopilots for Rigid Aircraft
Navigation
Terrestrial navigation, Celestial navigation, Terrestrial radio navigation, satellite-based
navigation, inertial navigation, Integrated Navigation.
Guidance
Introduction to Guidance, Navigation and Avionics; Radar Systems, Command and Homing
Guidance Systems. Mission consideration and analysis of flight path, Optimal guidance
Laws, Inertial Guidance
Control of Aerospace Vehicles
Design of Controllers for Aerospace Vehicles; Classical, Pole assignment, Eigen Structure
Assignment, Optimal Control, LQR, LQG/LTR, Observers and Kalman Filters
References:
1. Garnell, P. (1980)- Guided Weapon Control Systems, Peraganon.
2. Blakelock, J H. (1991)- Automatic Control of Aircraft and Missiles, John Wiley.
3. Greensite A L(1970)- Analysis and Design of Space Vehicle Flight Control System, Spartan Books.
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4. Skolnik R E. (1982)-Introduction to Radar System , Mc Graw Hill.
5. Lin, C F. (1991)- Modern Guidance, Navigation and Control Processing, Prentice-Hall.
6. D’Azzo J J and Hougis, C H, Linear Control System Analysis and Design, Mc Graw Hill, 4th Edition.
7. Maceijowski;- (1987) Multi-Variable Feedback Design, Addison Wesley.
8. A. Sinha (2007) – Linear Systems: Optimal and Robust Control, 1/e, CRC Press
9. D. S. Naidu (2003) – Optimal Control Systems, 1/e, CRC Press
10. B. Hofmann-Wellenhof, K. Legat, M. Wieser, (2003) “ Navigation Principles of Positioning and
Guidance. Springer Wien New York
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Occupational Health and Safety Management-SYLLABUS
PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL HAZARDS
Recognition , Evaluation and Control of Physical Hazards- Noise and Vibration - Effects and
Control Measures- Thermal Stress - Parameter Control, Radiation - Types - Source - Effect and
Control- Illumination & Lighting. Recognition, Evaluation and Control of Chemical Hazards- Types
- Dust-Fumes -Mist -Vapour-Fog etc., Air Contaminants- Evaluation - Types of Sampling-Air
Sampling System-Method Analysis-Control Measures
OCCUPATIONAL HEALTH
Concept and Spectrum of Health-Functional Units and Activities of Occupational Health Services-
Occupational and Work Related Disease-Levels of Prevention of Diseases- Notifiable
Occupational Diseases such as Silicosis- Asbestosis -Pneumoconiosis-- Aluminosis and Anthrax.
Lead-Nickel, Chromium and Manganese Toxicity-Gas Poisoning (such as CO, Ammonia, Coal Dust
etc.,) their effects and Prevention -Cardio Pulmonary Resuscitation - Audiology-Hearing
Conservation Programme-Effects of Ultra Violet Radiation and Infrared Radiation on Human
Systems Industrial Toxicology-Local and Systemic and Chronic Effects Temporary and
Cumulative Effects-Carcinogens Entry into Human System Ergonomics, Personnel Protective
Equipment, Personnel Monitoring
PERSONAL HYGIENE AND FIRST AID
Hygiene Concepts-Correct and Clean Dresses-Clean Body - Washing - Good Habits-Oral and
Stomach Hygiene-Cleaning - Compressed Air and Degreasing Agents-Long Hair and Nails and
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Torn and loosely Hanging Clothes-Smoking - Lavatories Maintenance- Living in Unhygienic
Areas. First aid concept- -First Aid Boxes-Legal Requirements, Industrial Hygiene, Medical
Surveillance, Medical Surveillance Program Development, Recommended Medical Programme,
Emergency Treatment, Non-Emergency Treatment, Exposures to Hazardous Materials.
RADIATION CONTROL
Radiation Shielding - Radiation Dose - Dose Measurements - Units of Exposure- Exposure Limits -
Barriers for Control of Radioactivity Release, Control of Radiation Exposure to Plant Personnel,
Health Physics Surveillance - Waste Management and Disposal Practices – Environmental,
Releases.
References :
1. Fundamentals of Occupational Safety & Health by Mark Friend, Rowman & Littlefield Publishing
Group, ISBN 086587171X-BEPDF
2. Occupational Health & Safety by Burke, Clark and Cooper, Gower, ISBN 1409432076-BEPDF
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Oil Equity Management-SYLLABUS
Introduction
Oil Equity Concept
Energy Security
The Geopolitics of Energy
Oil Security Challenges & Strategies
Country Entry Strategies
References :
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1. The Management of Equity Investments by DN Chorafas, Butterworth-Heinamann, ISBN
0080456367-BEPDF
2. Energy & Equity by Ivan Illich, Marion Boyers, ISBN 0714521000-BEEPB
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Operations & Materials Management-SYLLABUS
Nature and Scope of Production/Operations Management
Plant Location – Plant Layout and Material Handling
Production Planning and Control
Quality Control and Quality Assurance
Role of Purchasing
Materials Management
References :
1. Materials Management by Stan C Mc Donald, John Wiley & Sons In, ISBN 0470449098-BEEPB
2. Operations Management by Linda L Brennan, Mc GrawHill Professional, ISBN 0071746137-
BEEPB
3. Purchasing & Materials Management by Anand K Sharma, Anmol Publisher, EAN
9788126128211-BEPDF
4. Strategic Operations Management by Robert L Lowson, Taylor & Francis Group Pc, ISBN
0203374096-BEPDF
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Optimization Techniques-SYLLABUS
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Classical Optimization Techniques
Linear Programming
Duality Theory and Post Optimality Analysis
Transportation Problem and Its Variants
Network Models
Sequencing and Scheduling Problems
Nonlinear programming: Kuhn-Tucker Theory
Special Classes of Nonlinear Optimization Problems
Solution of Unconstrained Nonlinear Optimization Problems
Solution of Constrained Nonlinear Optimization Problems
Integer Programming
Dynamic Programming
Decision Theory
Theory of Games
Multiobjective and Goal Programming
Heuristics Based Optimization Techniques
Geometric Programming
References :
1. Optimization Techniques by Chander Mohan, New Age International.
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Orbital Mechanics-SYLLABUS
Fundamentals of Orbital Mechanics
- Terms of Astronautics
- Types of Orbits (HEO, LEO, MEO, Geostationary, Heliostationary etc)
- Roche Limit, Lagrange Points
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- Eccentricity of Orbits, Types of Orbits
- The 2 Body Problem
- Orbital Perturbations (3rd Body Perturbations, J2 Perturbations, Solar Perturbations etc)
Orbits in Three Dimensions
- State Vector and the Geocentric Equatorial Frame
- 6 Orbital Elements Applied to Earth and Applied to Sun System
- Coordinate Transformation
- Effects of Earth’s Oblateness
Orbital Maneuvers
- Hohmann Transfer
- Several Stage Burns and Transfers
- Sphere of Influence
- Chase Maneuvers
- Plane Change Maneuvers
Relative Motion and Rendezvous
- Relative Motion in Orbit
- Two Impulse Rendezvous Maneuvers
- Relative Motion in Close Proximity Circular Orbits
Interplanetary Trajectories
- Interplanetary Hohmann Transfer
- Method of Patched Conics
- Planetary Departure
- Planetary Flyby
- Non-Hohmann Interplanetary Trajectory
References:
Orbital Mechanics for Engineering Students by Howard Curtis (Elsevier)
Computational Space Flight Mechanics by Claus Weiland (Springer)
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Parallel and Distributed Computing-SYLLABUS
INTRODUCTION:
What is parallel computing? Modern parallel computers, seeking concurrency, data clustering,
programming parallel computers, Parallel architectures: interconnection networks, mesh, binary
tree, pyramid, hyper tree, butterfly, hypercube, Processor arrays, multiprocessors, multicomputer.
PRAM ALGORITHMS:
PRAM model of parallel computation, PRAM algorithms, parallel reduction, prefix sums, list
ranking, merging two sorted lists, graph coloring, Flynn's taxonomy.
MAPPING AND SCHEDULING:
Mapping data to processors on processor arrays and multicomputer, ring into 2-D mesh, 2-D mesh
into 2-D mesh, complete binary tree into 2-D mesh, binomial tree into 2-D mesh, Embedding
graph into hypercube, dynamic load balancing on multi computers, Graham's list scheduling,
Coffman-Graham scheduling
PARALLEL COMPUTATION:
Row-column-oriented and block-oriented matrix multiplication algorithms, Parallel quicksort
algorithm, Searching game trees.
DISTRIBUTED ALGORITHMS:
Introduction to Distributed Algorithms, Kinds of Distributed Algorithm, Timing Models
SYNCHRONOUS NETWORK ALGORITHMS:
Synchronous Network Model, Leader Election in a synchronous Ring, Algorithms in a General
Synchronous Networks, Distributed Consensus with Link Failures, Distributed Consensus with
Process failures.
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ASYNCHRONOUS ALGORITHMS:
Asynchronous System Model, Asynchronous Shared Memory, Algorithms: Asynchronous Shared
Memory Model; Mutual Exclusion, Resource Allocation, Consensus, Atomic Objects.
ASYNCHRONOUS NETWORK ALGORITHMS:
Asynchronous Network Model; Basic Asynchronous, Network Algorithms, Synchronizers, Shared
Memory versus Networks, Logical Time, Global Snapshots and Stable properties.
References
1. Michael J. Quinn, “Parallel Computing”, Tata McGraw Hill, Second Edition, 2002.
2. Nancy A. Lynch, “Distributed Algorithms”, Morgan Kaufmann Publishers, 2000.
3. Geral Tel, “Introduction to Distributed algorithms”, 2nd Edition, Cambridge, 2004.
4. Nicola Santoro, “Design and Analysis of Distributed Algorithms”, WileyInterscience, John
Wiley & Sons, Inc., Publication, 2007.
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Petro Economics-SYLLABUS
Introduction to Petro Economics
Global Trends in the Oil Industry
Indian Oil Industry Exploration and Production
Indian Oil Industry Refining
Indian Oil Industry Marketing
Growth and Deregulation of Indian Oil Sector
Structure of Oil Industry
Logistics and Transportation of Oil in India
Strategy for Petroleum and Natural Gas Trading
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Petro Retailing
Economics of Crude Oil
Geo-politics in Oil & Natural Gas Trading
International Hydrocarbon Economic Environment
Globalization and Oil Security for Indian Oil Industry
E-commerce Applications in Oil and Natural Gas Industries
References :
1. Petro Economics by AN Sarkar, Pentagon Press, ISBN 8182744210
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Petro Exploration-SYLLABUS
Introduction
Oil Formation
Migration of Petroleum and Geological Structures for Petroleum Entrapment
Exploration Methods-I
Exploration Methods-II
Introduction to Oil Well Drilling
Formation Evaluation
New Evolving Technologies
References :
1. Petroleum Exploration Handbook by Graham B Moody, Mc GrawHill Inc, ISBN 0070428670
2. Petroleum Exploration & Exploitation Practices , Allied Publishers Pvt Ltd, ISBN 8177641719
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Petro Retailing-SYLLABUS
Understanding Petroleum Retail Business
Understanding Petroleum Retail Business in India
Petro Retail Asset Management
Development in Petro Retail Sector
Revenue Management
Role of Technology in Petro Retailing
Supply Chain Management
References :
1. Competition in a Spatial Retail Petroleum Market by LAP Lambert Academic Publishing, ISBN
3838331567
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Petroleum Geology and Geochemistry-SYLLABUS
PETROLEUM GEOLOGY
Composition of Petroleum and Natural Gas: Oil Filed Waters
Origin and Occurrence of Petroleum: Theory of Origin: Organic and Inorganic, Type of Organic
Matter, Production, Accumulation and Preservation of Organic Mater, Transformation and
Maturation of Organic Matter, Source Rock Analysis; Rock Eval Pyrolysis, Gas Chromatography
RESERVOIR ROCKS
Physical Properties of Rocks, Clastic Reservoir Rocks, Carbonate Reservoir Rocks.
MIGRATION AND ACCUMULATION
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Primary and Secondary Migration, Factors Controlling Accumulation, Concept of Petroleum
Province, System and Plays.
TRAPPING MECHANISM
Fundamentals of Trapping Mechanism, Structural Traps, Folded Trap, Faulted Traps, Fractured
Traps, Stratigraphic Traps, Unconformity Traps, Palaeogeomophic Trap, Salt Domes,
Combination Traps, Migration Vs. Trapping Time, Types of Petroliferous Basins, Global
Geologic History and Distribution of Hydrocarbon Resources, Sedimentary Basin of India,
Hydrocarbon Resources and Reserves.
BOOKs:
1. Applied Sedimentology 2nd Edition Richard Selley
2. Levorsen AI. Geology of petroleum. Berry FA, editor. San Francisco: WH Freeman; 1967.
3. Hunt, M.J., 1979. Petroleum geochemistry and geology. WH Freeman and company
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Petroleum Law & Policy-SYLLABUS
Legal Issues in Petroleum Management
Transnational and International Oil and Gas Law
Role of Law in Commercial Relations: Role of Legal System
Role of Attorney
Commercial Relationships
Governmental Relationships
Oil/Gas Contracts and Agreements
Crude Oil Sales and Transportation
Risk Management and Dispute Resolution - Arbitration
Litigation
Cases Analysis Discussions
Taxation in Petroleum Sector
References :
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1. Law of Petroleum and natural Gas by George Bryan, Nabu Press, ISBN 114236027X
2. Encyclopedia of Petroleum Laws by Harbans Lal Sarin, Universal Law Publishing Co.Ltd, ISBN
8175344881
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Petroleum Refining-SYLLABUS
Growth & Development of Refining Industry in India
Crude Oil and its Characteristics
Specifications of Petroleum Products & Related Tests
Integrated Refinery & Petrochemical Plants
Future Refining Scenario
Advances in Petroleum Refining
Hydrocarbon Loss Minimization
Energy Conservation
Gross Refining Margin
Oil Accounting
Excise & Custom – Petroleum Products
References:
1. Petroleum Refining : Technology & Economics by James H Gary, Atlantic, ISBN 0824791576
2. Petroleum Refining by James H Gary, Glenn E Handwerk, Mark J Keiser, Taylor & Francis Incl,
ISBN 1420006355-BEPDF
3. Petroleum Refining Processes by James G Speight, CRC Press, ISBN 0203908643-BEPDF
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Polymer Engineering-SYLLABUS
INTRODUCTION
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BASIC STRUCTURE OF POLYMERS
POLYMER MORPHOLOGY
POLYMER FORMATION, KINETICS AND MOLECULAR WEIGHTS
Condensation, Addition, Zeigler-Natta, Emulsion Polymerizations
POLYMERIZATION PROCESSES AND INDUSTRIAL REACTORS
Nylon 6, PET Wiped Film, LDPE, Polypropylene
POLYMER SOLUTION THERMODYNAMICS, MOLECULAR WEIGHT DISTRIBUTION
VISCOUS FLOW, VISCOELASTICITY AND POLYMER PROCESSING
References:
F. Rodriguez, C. K. Ober and L. A. Archer, Principles of Polymer Systems, 5th ed., CRC Press, Boca
Routan, 2003.
A. Kumar and S. K. Gupta, Fundamentals of Polymer Science and Engineering, Tata McGraw Hill,
New Delhi, 1978.
A. Kumar and R. K. Gupta, Fundamentals of Polymers, 2nd Ed., CRC Press, Boca Raton, FL, 2003.
S. K. Gupta and A. Kumar, Reaction Engineering of Step Growth Polymerization, Plenum, New York,
1987.
J. R. Fried, Polymer Science and Technology, Prentice Hall of India, New Delhi, 1995.
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Port & Shipping Laws-SYLLABUS
Port Administration
Port Administration , Ownership & Management ( Types & Activities , Private Sector
Participation ), Port policy ,EU / US Port & Transport Policy , National Port Planning , Port & State
Financial Assistance.
Port Labour & Associated Laws
Port Labour Development & Employment , Labour Split , Gang Size , Tonnage & Labour ,
Technological changes in labour employment , Labour Improvement & Training, Safety of
Labour & Cargo Regulations, Regulation involving specialized / Dangerous Cargo, ISPS Codes ,
, Safety of other Personnel , Environmental Laws ( Application of Relevant MARPOL & other
Rules ) , Dock Regulations Relating to Marine Departments Operations , Rules governing
immigration & health officials.
Shipping Agency Procedures
Freight & Forwarding Regulations , Custom Procedures, Port Pricing , Immigration Laws,
Documents Required for Passenger Vessels, Clearing Procedure, Taxes and Penalties.
Shipping Laws
Birth and advent of Merchant Shipping Laws & Practices, Laws of Transportation,
Regulation governing Shipment, Trade Practices, Pollution Fire or any other exigencies import,
arrest & detention of vessels, Port Enquiry & Investigation etc.
References:
1 The Law Relating to : B.C. Mitra - UBA, Allahabad Merchant Shipping in India
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Port Economics-SYLLABUS
What is a port?
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Vessel port calls: networks
Vessel port calls: world, country, and vessel type
Ports and economic development
Containerization
World container ports
Port users and service providers
Ports in operation
Carriers
Shippers
Passengers
Port operator operating options, production, and cost
Port operator operating objectives, prices, and investment
Port governance and agglomeration
Port performance and competition
Port dockworkers
Port pollution
Port security and safety
Ports in the future
References :
1. PORT ECONOMICS book BY Wayne K Talley – Routledge Publications.
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POWER ELECTRONIC CONTROL OF A.C. DRIVES - SYLLABUS
Introduction to AC Drives Introduction to motor drives – Torque production – Equivalent circuit analysis – Speed-Torque Characteristics with Variable voltage operation, Variable frequency operation, constant v/f operation – Variable stator current operation – Induction motor characteristics in constant torque and field weakening regions Control of Induction motor drives at Stator side
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Scalar control – Voltage fed inverter control – Open loop volts/Hz control – speed control slip regulation – speed control with torque and flux control – current controlled voltage fed inverter drive – current-fed inverter control – Independent current and frequency control – Speed and flux control in Current-Fed inverter drive – Volts/Hz control of Current-fed inverter drive – Efficiency optimization control by flux program Control of Induction motor drives at Rotor side Slip power recovery drives – Static Kramer Drive – Phasor diagram –Torque expression - Speed control of a Kramer Drive – Static Scheribus Drive – modes of operation Vector control of Induction Motor Drives Principles of Vector control – Vector control methods – Direct method of vector control – Indirect method of vector control – Adaptive control principles – Self tuning regulator – Model referencing control. Control of Synchronous motor drives Synchronous motor and its characteristics – Control strategies – Constant torque angle control – Unity power factor control Constant mutual flux linkage control Controllers Flux weakening operation – Maximum speed – Direct flux weakening algorithm – Constant Torque mode controller – Flux Weakening controller – Indirect flux weakening – Maximum permissible torque – speed control scheme – Implementation strategy – Speed controller design. VARIABLE RELUCTANCE MOTOR DRIVE Variable Reluctance motor drives - Torque production in the variable reluctance motor – Drive characteristics and control principles – Current control variable reluctance motor servo drive BRUSHLESS DC MOTOR DRIVES Three phase full wave Brushless dc motor – Sinusoidal type of Brushless dc motor – current controlled Brushless dc motor Servo drive REFERENCES:
1. Electric Motor Drives Pearson Modeling, Analysis & Control – R.Krishnan – Publications – 1st edition – 2002
2. Modern Power Electronics and AC Drives – B.K.Bose – Pearson Publications – 1st edition 3. Power Electronic control of AC Motors – MD Murphy & FG Turn Bull Pergman Press(For
Chapters II, III, V) – 1st edition 4. Power Electronics and AC Drives – B.K.Bose – Prentice Hall, Eagle wood diffs New
Jersey(for chapters I, II, IV) – 1st edition 5. Power Electronic circuits, Devices and Applications – M.H.Rashid – PHI - 1995 6. Fundamentals of Electrical Drives – G.K.Dubey – Narora publications - 1995 (For
Chapter II) 7. Power Electronics and Variable frequency drives – B.K.Bose – IEEE Press – Standard
publications -1st edition – 2002 _____________________________________________________________________________
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POWER ELECTRONIC CONTROL OF DC DRIVES - SYLLABUS Controlled Bridge Rectifier (3- ) with DC Motor Load Three-phase semi converter and Three phase full converter for continuous and discontinuous modes of operation – power and power factor – Addition of Free wheeling diode – Three phase double converter Three phase naturally commutated bridge circuit as a rectifier or as an inverter Three phase controlled bridge rectifier with passive load impedance, resistive load and ideal supply – Highly inductive load and ideal supply for load side and supply side quantities, shunt capacitor compensation, three phase controlled bridge rectifier inverter. Phase controlled DC Motor drives Three phase controlled converter, control circuit, control modeling of three phase converter – Steady state analysis of three phase converter control DC motor drive – Two quadrant, Three phase converter controlled DC motor drive – DC motor and load, converter Current and Speed controlled DC Motor drives Current and speed controllers – current and speed feedback – Design of controllers – Current and speed controllers – Motor equations – filter in the sped feed back loop speed controller – current reference generator – current controller and flow chart for simulation – Harmonics and associated problems – sixth harmonics torque. Chopper controlled DC motor drives Principle of operation of the chopper – Four- quadrant chopper circuit – Chopper for inversion – Chopper with other power devices – model of the chopper – input to the chopper – steady state analysis of chopper controlled DC motor drives – rating of the devices – Pulsating torque. Closed loop operation of DC motor drives Speed controlled drive system – current control loop – pulse width modulated current controller – hysterisis current controller – modeling of current controller – design of current controller Simulation of DC motor drives Dynamic simulations of the speed controlled DC motor drives – Speed feedback speed controller – command current generator – current controller. REFERENCES: 1. Power Electronics and motor control – Shepherd, Hulley, Liang – II Edition, Cambridge University Press 2. Electric motor drives modeling, Analysis and control – R.Krishnan – I Edition, Prentice Hall India 3. Power Electronic circuits, Devices and Applications – M.H. Rashid – PHI – I Edition – 1995 4. Fundamentals of Electric Drives – G.K. Dubey- Narosa Publications -1995 5. Power Semiconductor drives – S.B. Dewan and A. Straughen – 1975 _______________________________________________________________________________
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Power Generation, Transmission & Distribution-SYLLABUS
Introduction
General concepts of Generation, Transmission, Distribution and Utilization; Structure of
Power System.
Power Generation, Load & Load Curves
Types of power plants: Thermal, Gas Turbine, Hydro and nuclear power plants. Types of
loads; Load Prediction; Load curves & Load-duration curves and their significance; Terms &
Factors – Maximum Demand, Diversity Factor, Load Factor, Plant Capacity Factor, Plant Use
Factor etc.; Base Load & Peak Load Power Plants.
Choice of Generation, Tariffs and Power Factor Improvement
Cost of generation – Fixed costs, Variable Costs, Effect of load factor on Cost/kWh,
Depreciation of plant, Methods of determining depreciation; Tariffs – Definition, Objectives,
Types, Tariffs for domestic, commercial, agricultural and industrial applications; Power Factor
Improvement – Causes & Effects of low power factor, Advantages and Methods of
improving power factor, Economics of power factor improvement.
Transmission And Distribution Systems
DC 2-wire and 3-wire systems; AC single phase, three phase and 4-wire systems;
Comparison of copper efficiency. Distribution Systems: Primary and Secondary distribution
systems, Voltage drop and Power loss calculations, Voltage regulators.
References :
1. Transmission And Distribution By U.A.Bakshi, M.V.Bakshi, Technical Publications, ISBN
81843252
2. Transmission & Distribution by SN Singh, PHI, ISBN 8120335600
3. Electric Power Distribution by AS Pable, TMH
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Power Pricing & Power Purchase Agreement-SYLLABUS
Theory of Pricing
Historical Perspective of Tariff Regulation
Tariff Regulation For Generation, Transmission and Distribution of Electricity
Tariff through Competitive Bidding Process
Power Purchase Agreements (PPA)
Definitions and Interpretation
Term of Agreement
Conditions Subsequent to be Satisfied by the Sellers
Development of the Project
Construction
Synchronization, Commissioning and Commercial Operation
Operation and Maintenance
Capacity, Availability and Dispatch
Metering and Energy Accounting
Insurances
Billing and Payment
Force Majeure
Change in Law
Events of Default and Termination
Liability and Indemnification
Assignments and Charges
Governing Law and Dispute Resolution
Miscellaneous Provisions
References :
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1. Power Pricing by Robert J Dolan, Simon & Robert J Doan, Free Press, ISBN 068483443X
2. Power Price by L Bloeichlinger
3. Electric Power Purchasing Handbook by Michael C Tierney, Pennwell, ISBN 1558402969
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POWER QUALITY - Syllabus
1. Introduction:
Introduction of the Power Quality (PQ) problem, Terms used in PQ: Sags, Swells, Surges, Harmonics, Interruptions. Assessing PQ; Remedies : Customer side of meter, utility side of the meter. Power Quality Data : Data collection, Data analysis, Database structure, Creating PQ databases, Processing PQ data.
2. Voltage Sag Analysis:
Voltage sag characteristics; methodology for computation of voltage sag magnitude and occurrence; accuracy of sag analysis ; duration & frequency of sags. Effect of transformer connections, effect of pre-fault voltage, simple examples. Voltage dip problems. Fast assessment methods for voltage sags in distribution systems.
3. PQ Considerations in Industrial Power Systems:
Adjustable speed drive (ASD) systems and applications, sources of power system harmonics, mitigation of harmonics. Characterization of voltage sags experienced by three-phase ASD Systems : Types of sags and phase - angle jumps.. Effects of momentary voltage dips on the operation of induction and synchronous motors. Voltage sag coordination for reliable plant operation.
4. Effects of Harmonics on Power Quality :
Harmonic analysis of industrial customers; technical barriers in ASDs . Methods of evaluation of harmonic levels in industrial distribution systems. Harmonic effects on transformers. Impact of distribution system capacitor banks on PQ. Guidelines for limiting voltage harmonics.
5. Power Quality and Factory Automation :
General plant description, monitoring strategy, equipment selection and testing. Design philosophy of filters to reduce harmonic distortion. Power conditioners. Voltage flicker measurement and analysis System.
6. Power Quality Standards and Guidelines :
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Industry standards and general guidelines. Global quality standards: ISO 9000, framework for quality, rewards of quality with ISO 9000.
REFERENCE :
Recent Technical Papers Published in IEEE on ‘Power Quality’.
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Power Sector Economics & Planning-SYLLABUS
Introduction to Economic Theories and their Importance
Economic Figures of Merit Used in the Energy Sector SPP, DPP, NPV, IRR
Depreciation Accounting
Tariff: Different Types of Tariffs
Environmental and Societal Benefits of Energy Technologies
Clean Development Mechanism
Regulatory Framework and Subsidy
Energy Forecasting
References :
1. The politics of Power Sector Reforms in India by Niranjan Sahoo, Pentagon Press, ISBN
818274301X
2. Reforming Power Sector Reforms, Excel Books
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Power System-SYLLABUS
Introduction
General concepts of Generation, Transmission, Distribution and Utilization; Structure of Power
System.
Power Generation, Load & Load Curves
Types of power plants: Thermal, Gas Turbine, Hydro and nuclear power plants. Types of loads;
Load Prediction; Load curves & Load-duration curves and their significance; Terms & Factors –
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Maximum Demand, Diversity Factor, Load Factor, Plant Capacity Factor, Plant Use Factor etc.;
Base Load & Peak Load Power Plants.
CHOICE of Generation, Tariffs and Power Factor Improvement
Cost of generation – Fixed costs, Variable Costs, Effect of load factor on Cost/kWh, Depreciation of
plant, Methods of determining depreciation; Tariffs – Definition, Objectives, Types, Tariffs for
domestic, commercial, agricultural and industrial applications; Power Factor Improvement –
Causes & Effects of low power factor, Advantages and Methods of improving power factor,
Economics of power factor improvement.
Transmission And Distribution Systems
DC 2-wire and 3-wire systems; AC single phase, three phase and 4-wire systems; Comparison of
copper efficiency. Distribution Systems: Primary and Secondary distribution systems, Voltage drop
and Power loss calculations, Voltage regulators.
References:
Electrical Power Systems, C. L. Wadhwa, New Age International,
Electric Power Distribution, A.S. Pabla, Tata McGraw-Hill Education,
Power Systems, Behic R Gungor, Oxford University Press
Power System Engineering, R.K.Rajput, Laxmi Publication
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Power System Analysis & Stability-SYLLABUS
POWER SYSTEM ANALYSIS
System Modeling and formation of Network Matrices
Modeling of Synchronous Machine, Transformer, Transmission Line, Load; Per-Unit (PU)
System and its Advantages, Single-Line (or One-Line) Diagram, Impedance and Reactance
Diagrams, Bus Admittance (Ybus) and Impedance (Zbus) Matrices and their Formation.
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Load Flow Analysis
Load Flow Problem, Bus Classification, Power System Equations, Solution Techniques – Gauss
Iterative Method, Gauss-Seidel (G-S) Method, Newton – Raphson (N-R) Method, Fast
Decoupled Load Flow (FDLF) Method, Comparison of Load Flow Solution Methods.
Economic (optimal) operation of Power Systems
System Constraints, Optimal Distribution of Load between Units within a Plant, Distribution of
Load between Plants, Transmission Loss Equation, Classical Economic Dispatch with Losses.
Short circuit studies: Symmetrical Three-Phase fault analysis
Short Circuit Transient on a Transmission Line, Short Circuit of Synchronous Machines
(Unloaded & Loaded), Fault Calculations, Selection of Circuit Breakers. Symmetrical
Components - Resolution of Unbalanced Phases into their Symmetrical Components, Phase
Shift of Symmetrical Components in Y - Δ Transformer Bank, Power in terms of Symmetrical
Components, Sequence Impedances and Sequence Networks, Sequence Impedance of Power
System Elements (Alternator, Transformer and Transmission Line), Positive, Negative and Zero
Sequence Networks of Power System Elements. Unsymmetrical FaultAnalysis - Single Line-to-
Ground (L-G) Faults, Line-to-Line (L-L) Faults, Double Line-to- Ground (L-L-G) Faults, Open-
Conductor Faults, Unsymmetrical Faults on an unloaded alternator, Unsymmetrical Faults on a
Power System, Faults through Impedance, Fault Current Calculations.
POWER SYSTEM STABILITY
Steady state stability & Transient stability
Stability Problem, Rotor Dynamics and the Swing Equation, Power Angle Equation & Diagram,
Steady State Stability, Transient Stability, Equal Area Criterion and its Applications, Critical
Clearing Angle, Fault Clearing Time, Step-by-Step Solution of Swing Curve, Factors influencing
Transient Stability, Methods of improving Stability.
References:
1. Power System Stability and Control by Prabha Kundur, Mc GrawHill Professional Publishing, ISBN
1420009249-BEPDF
2. Power System Stability and Control by Leonard L Grigsby, Taylor & Francis Incl, ISBN
1420009249-BEPDF
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POWER SYSTEM OPERATION AND CONTROL – Syllabus
ECONOMIC OPERATION OF POWER SYSTEMS
Economic dispatch in thermal power station: Heat rate curves - cost curves - incremental fuel and
production costs - economic distribution of load between units without consideration to line
losses. Transmission line losses as a function of plant generation - calculation of loss coefficients -
optimum generation allocation between thermal plants. Capability diagram of a synchronous
generator.
LOAD FREQUENCY CONTROL
Importance of keeping voltage and frequency constant in a power system - Load frequency
control (LFC) single area case - the P- loop: Schematic of load frequency and AVR of a
synchronous generator – mathematical modeling of generator, loads, prime mover and speed
governor for LFC & corresponding block diagram representation - LFC block diagram of an isolated
power system - steady state analysis - dynamic response. LFC for two area systems - automatic
generation control (AGC) scheme – AGC in a single area and two area systems - block diagram
representation.
REACTIVE POWER CONTROL: Loadability of transmission lines - sources of reactive power
Reactive power control in synchronous generators: The role of excitation system- exciter,
generator and sensor models - simplified AVR block diagram - steady state response for a step
change in terminal voltage.
Reactive power compensation of loads: Shunt compensating devices
Transmission line compensation: Series compensation - shunt compensation. Static VAR
compensators – thyristor controlled reactors (TCR) - thyristor switched capacitors (TSC) -
combined TCR and TSC - schematic of all three types - STATCOM and FACTS devices
Voltage control of distribution systems: Tap changing - booster transformers - synchronous phase
modifiers - induction regulators and static capacitors.
INTRODUCTION TO FACTS CONTROLLERS
Basic types of FACTS controllers – Brief description and definitions of FACTS controllers: Shunt -
Series - Combined shunt and series connected controllers.
Objectives of Shunt compensators – SVC - STATCOM – TSC - TCR
Objectives of Series compensators – TSSC - TCSC
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Objectives of combined series and shunt connected compensators – UPFC
REFERENCE BOOKS:
s1) Modern power system analysis by D.P. Kothari & I.J. Nagrath McGraw Hill 3rdedition,2003
2) Electric Energy systems Theory – by O.I.Elgerd, Tata Mc Graw-hill Publishing Comapany Ltd.,
Second edition 1983
3) Electrical power systems by C.L. Wadhwa, New age International (P) Limited
4) Understanding FACTS by Naran G. Hingorani, L. Gyugyi, 1st edition, 2001, Standard Publishers
Distributors
5) Elements of power system analysis by W D Stevenson Jr Fourth Edition TMH International
student edition
6) Economic operation of interconnected systems by L.K.Kirchmeyer Wiley Eastern Ltd
7) Power system analysis by H. Saadat , McGraw Hill, 2nd edition
8)Power System Analysis Operation and Control by Abhijit Chakrabarti, Sunita Halder, PHI, 2007
9) Computer modeling of Electrical power systems by J.Arrillaga, N. A. Watson,second
Edition2003, John Wiley & Sons, Ltd.
10) Power system control- technology by Torsten Cegrell, Prentice Hall international series in
systems & control engineering
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Power Trading-SYLLABUS
Introduction
Power Trading
Market Mechanisms
Financial and Technical Aspects of Power Trading
Legal and Regulatory Framework
References :
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1. Impacts of Emission Trading on Power Industry and Electricity Markets by Wen & Singh, Emarald
Group Publishing Ltd, ISBN 1780524471-BEPDF
2. Power System Restructuring and Deregulation :Trading, Performance & IT by Loi Lei Lai, John
Wiley Sons Incl, ISBN 047149500X
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Process Modeling and Simulation-SYLLABUS
INTRODUCTION
What is Modeling and Why Modeling
CLASSIFICATION OF MODELS
Transport Phenomena Based, Empirical, Population Balance Based, Steady State vs.
Dynamic, On-Line vs. Off-Line, Lumped Parameter vs. Distributed Parameter
ANALYTICAL MODELS
Conservation and Constitutive Equations, Material, Energy and Momentum Balances
GRAPH THEORY
Basics, Boolean Algebra, Applications to Decomposition of Large Systems
ANN BASED MODELING
What is ANN, How to Construct ANN Models, Training and Testing of Networks
DEGREES OF FREEDOM ANALYSIS
THERMODYNAMIC AND PHYSICAL PROPERTY CALCULATION FACILITIES
METHODS OF SOLUTION
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Sequential, Modular, Equation-Oriented, Mathematical Tools (Recycle Calculations,
Partitioning and Tearing)
CASE STUDIES
From the Petroleum and Gas Industry: Crude Distillation Unit, Synthesis Gas
Production, Reformers, FCC Units
ASPEN-HYSIS/PLUS
References:
D. M. Himmelblau and K. B. Bischoff, Process Analysis and Simulation: Deterministic Systems,
Wiley, New York, 1968.
W. L. Luyben, Process Modeling, Simulation and Control for Chemical Engineers, 2nd Ed., McGraw
Hill, 1990.
R. Aris, Mathematical Modeling, Academic, New York, 1999.
A. Hussain, Chemical Process Simulation, Wiley Eastern, New Delhi, 1986.
B. V. Babu, Process Plant Simulation, Oxford University Press, New Delhi, 2004.
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_Production Engineering-SYLLABUS
Well Testing and Well Completion
Well Head Testing, Perforation and Well Activation, Use of Compressed Air, Liquid
Nitrogen, Swabbing, Surface Layout. Production Measurement, Production Testing of Wells.
Choke Performance.
Separation Techniques
Oil and Gas Separator. Separator System Design. Optimum Separation Scheme.
Tubing Design
Multi Phase Flow in Tubing and Flow Lines. Tubing Sizing and Performance; Horizontal Well
Performance.
Gas Lifts
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Continuous and Intermittent Gas Lift System, Performance and Optimization.
Pumping
Sucker Rod Pumping of Oil. Electric Submersible Pumps; Operation, Design and
Optimization.
Sand Control
Sand Consolidation, Gravel Packing, Performance Design and Techniques.
Work Over
Deparaffination, Water Shut off; Squeeze Cement and Polymer Injection; Conventional and
Coil Tubing Use. Application of Liquid Nitrogen; Production Optimization: Nodal
Analysis.
Intelligent well
Smarts Wells, Intelligent Wells.
References :
1. Principles of Oil Well Production by Nind from Mc Graw Hill Publication
2. Petroleum Production by William Lycon from Libro Publication.
3. ONGC Manual on Production Engineering(Oil and Gas).
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Production Engineering & Well Testing Analysis-SYLLABUS
• Types and Characteristics of Well Completion and Work Over
Operation : Trouble Shooting for Vertical Horizontal and Multilateral
Wells.
• Well Bore Damage, Inflow and Well Performance Analysis, Multiphase
Flow through Conduits.
• Artificial Lift : Oil Well Pumping, Gas Lift.
• Surface Facilities :Field Processing of oil and gas, Flow Measurement.
• Well Completion Design, Packers
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• Stimulation Techniques: Hydraulic Fracturing and Matrix Acidizing Jobs,
Non acid stimulation.
• Sand Control
• Production Testing
• Production Logging
• Well Testing Approach and applications : Fundamental Aspects and
objectives of well testing in oil exploration/exploitations.
• Fluid Flow in Porous Media: Diffusivity equation and its application , in
Oil And Gas Industry
• Drill Stem Test: Introduction and its applications formation evaluation
in oil Exploration.
• Pressure Build-up Tests: Procedure, analysis, multirate analysis, effects
on oil & Gas Production .
• Pressure Drawdown Tests: Procedure, analysis, multirate Test.
• Type Curve Analysis: Need, procedure and its applications with case
study.
• Well Testing and Exploratory Decisions
References:
1. Production Operations, Vol.1, Allen, T.O., and Roberts, A.P., Oil and Gas
Consultations International, Inc., Tulsa, 1954
2. Production Operations, Vol.2, Allen, T.O., and Roberts, A.P., Oil and Gas
Consultations International, Inc., Tulsa, 1989
3. The Technology of Artificial Lift Methods, Vol.1, Brown, K.E. and
Beggs,H.D., Pennwell Publishing Co., Tulsa, 1977
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Project and Financial Management in Energy Sector-SYLLABUS
Project Management
Definition & Scope of Project
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Project Development Cycle: Project identification, project screening, technical design,
financing, contracting, implementation, monitoring and review.
Project Planning Techniques: Work breakdown structure, Gantt chart.
Project Network techniques: CPM and PERT.
Project Design & Implementation: Implementation plan for top management,
procurement procedures, construction, measurement and verification.
Energy monitoring and Targeting: Introduction, setting up monitoring and targeting,
key elements, data sources and analysis, information sources and analysis.
Financial Management
Investment Need, Appraisal and criteria
Financial Analysis Techniques: Payback period, ROI, IRR, NPV
Cash Flow: Capital investment consideration, net investment, cash inflows, salvage value
Sensitivity and Risk Analysis: Micro and macro factors, economic life, cash flow diagram
Financial Options Available: Debt financing, equity financing, retained earning, capital
lease, true lease
ESCO and Energy Performance Contracting: Types of performance contracting, role of
ESCO, drawbacks of ESCO, benefits of industry, developing a ESCO contract, Tariffs,
Electricity Markets & Competition.
References:
1. Essentials of financial management, I.M.Pandey, Vikas publication
2. Project Management, Prasanna Chandra, Mc graw hill
3. Investopedia
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Project Management & Contract Administration-SYLLABUS
Project Feasibility – Econometric Model
Project Cost – Contingency, Risk and Sensitivity Analysis
Initiating a Project
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Project Execution – Developing a Project Schedule
Project Control – Checking Project Progress with Bell and "S" Curves
Project Costs Control
Project Procurement – Evaluating Bids for Major Equipment
Attributes of a Good Project Manager
Modern Trends
Contract Elements-Contract Formation
Key Business Drivers for Contract Management
The Need of Contract Management Solutions
Contract Management for Legal
The Five Cornerstones of a Contract Lifecycle Management Strategy
Justifying Contract Management
Five Myths of Contract Management
Understanding and Improving the Contracting Process
References :
1. Contracting for Project Management by J Rodney Turner, Ashgate Rower, ISBN 0754682900-
BEPDF
2. Project Management of Multiple Projects & Contracts by Loftus, Thomas Teltford
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Pumps, Compressors and Fans-SYLLABUS
PUMP- BASICS AND HARDWARE DESCRIPTION
Various Types of Pumps, Selection of Pumps, Hardware Components Casings, Rotor , Internals,
Pump Seals.
DRIVER INFORMATION
An Overview of Motor Drives, Gas Turbines, Steam Turbines, selection of drives.
PUMP CHARACTERISTICS AND CALCULATIONS
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NPSH – Theory and Estimation Method, Discharge and Suction Pressures, Differential Head, Power
Requirements, System and Operating Curves, Performance Curves and Efficiency.
PUMP SPECIFICATION AND DATA SHEET
Codes and Standards, Shut-off Pressure, Design Pressure and Design Temperature, Selection of
Material, Mechanical Specifications, Vendor Information and Testing
SPECIAL CASE STUDIES
Low NPSH Cases, Factors Affecting Pump Performance
COMPRESSOR SELECTION
Types of compressor and Application, Selection Criteria
COMPRESSOR HARDWARE DESCRIPTION
Centrifugal compressor – casing types, impeller types, guide vanes, sealing system, performance
characteristics. Reciprocating Compressor- casing, piston, valves, sealing system, performance
characteristics
COMPRESSOR CALCULATIONS
Suction Pressure, Discharge Pressure, Differential Head, Adiabatic and Isentropic Compression,
Temperature Rise, Efficiency and Power Requirement.
COMPRESSOR SPECIFICATION DATA SHEET
Typical data sheet for centrifugal and reciprocating compressors, vendor information and
interaction requirements.
FANS AND BLOWERS
Types, performance evaluation, efficient system operation, flow Control strategies.
References :
1. Turbines, Compressors and Fans by S.M Yahya , McGraw Hill Education
2. Centrifugal Compressor Design And Performance by David Japiske , Published by Concepts
Eti
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3. Compressor Handbook (McGraw-Hill Handbooks) by Paul Hanlon McGraw-Hill Professional
Publishing
4. Fluid Mechanics and Hydraulic Machines, S.C.Gupta, Pearson Education India, 2006
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Quality and Reliability Engineering-SYLLABUS
Definition
Definition of quality and its meaning and importance in industry, Control and Quality control,
Quality Tasks,
Quality function, system and control
Quality functions, The system Concept, Quality systems, quality assurance and ISO 9000 quality
system standards, Quality costs concept, Quality cost categories,
Statistical Tools in Quality control
The concept of variation, Tabular Summarization of Data, Frequency distribution, Graphical
Summarization of Data: The Histogram, Quantitative methods of summarizing data: Numerical
Indices, Probability distributions : General, The normal Probability distribution, The normal curve
and Histogram Analysis, The causes of variation, statistical aspect of control charting, concept of
rational sub-grouping and detecting patterns on the control charts, for variables and attributes: X
and R, X and S, p, np, c and u charts
Reliability Centered Maintenance:
Introduction to Changing world of maintenance - Maintenance and RCM -The seven Basic
Questions –Implementing RCM - Achievements of RCM.(06Hrs)
Failure Data Analysis
Introduction, Failure Data, Quantitative measures, MTTF, MTBF, Bathtub Curve, Mean Life, Life
Testing, Problems, Introduction to Failure Mode and Effect Analysis(06 Hrs) System
Reliability Series, Parallel and Mixed Configuration, Block Diagram Concept, r-out-of-n structure
solving problems using mathematical models.Reliability Improvement and Allocation,Difficulty in
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achieving reliability, Methods for improving reliability during design, Different techniques available
to improve reliability, Optimization, Reliability-Cost trade off, Prediction and Analysis, Problems
References:
1. Introduction to Quality and Reliability Engineering by Renyan Jiang
2. Statistical Methods for Quality, Reliability and Maintainability by Muralidharan
3. Reliability Engineering Handbook by Nolan Dodson.
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Quantitative Techniques-SYLLABUS
Probability Distributions
Sampling and Sampling Distributions
Estimation
Testing of Hypotheses
Chi Square
Analysis of Variance
Non-parametric Methods
Simple Regression and Correlation
Time Series and Forecasting
Decision Theories
Linear Programming, Transportation and Assignment Problems
Inventory Model
Game Theory
Simulation
References :
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1. Principles of Mathematical Analysis by Walter Rudin, Mc Graw Hill Publishing Co., ISBN
0070856133
2. Introductory methods of numerical analysis , PHI, ISBN 8120327616
3. Statistics by David Freedman, Robert Pisani & Roger Purves , Viva Books Pvt Ltd, ISBN
8130915871
4. Statistics by Nadar E Narayanan , PHI, ISBN 8120342305
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Refrigeration and Air Conditioning Systems-SYLLABUS
REFRIGERATION CYCLES – ANALYSIS
Development of Vapor Compression Refrigeration Cycle from Reverse Carnot Cycle- conditions for
high COP-deviations from ideal vapor compression cycle, Multipressure System, Cascade Systems-
Analysis. Vapor Absorption Systems-Aqua Ammonia & Li-Br Systems, Steam Jet Refrigeration
Thermal Electric Refrigeration, Air Refrigeration cycles, and Heat pumps.
MAIN SYSTEM COMPONENTS
Compressor- Types, performance, Characteristics, Types of Evaporators & Condensers and their
functional aspects, Expansion Devices and their Behavior with fluctuating load, cycling controls
REFRIGERANTS
Classification of Refrigerants, Refrigerant properties, Oil Compatibility, Environmental Impact-
Montreal / Kyoto protocols-Eco Friendly Refrigerants, alternatives to HCFCS, Secondary
Refrigerants
TYPES OF AIR CONDITIONING SYSTEMS AND PSYCHROMETRICS
Moist Air properties, use of Psychrometric Chart, Various Psychrometric processes, Air Washer,
Adiabatic Saturation. Summer and winter Air conditioning, Types of air conditioning systems.
LOAD ESTIMATION
Solar Radiation-Heat Gain through Glasses, Heat Transfer through Walls and Roofs-Total Cooling
Load Estimation.
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References :
1. Arora C.P. , Refrigeration and Air Conditioning , Tata McGraw Hill Pub. Company , New Delhi -
2000.
2. ALI VEDAVARZ, SUNIL KUMAR, Mohammed Iqbal, Hussain Handbook of Heating , Ventilation
and Air conditioning for Design Implementation ,Industrial press Inc,2007.
3. ASHRAE , Fundamentals and equipment , 4 volumes-ASHRAE Inc. 2005
4. Jones , Air Conditioning Engineering , Edward Amold pub. 2001.
5. Carrier Air Conditioning Co., Handbook of Air Conditioning Systems design , McGraw Hill , 1985.
6. Langley , Billy C. Refrigeration and Air Conditioning Ed. 3 , Engie wood Cliffs (N.J) Prentice Hall
1986.
7. Dossat R.J., Principles of refrigeration, John Wiley , S.I. Version (2001).
8. Stoecker W.F., Refrigeration and Air conditioning , McGraw-Hill Book Company , 1989.
9. Jordan and Priester, Refrigeration and Air conditioning 1985.
10. Langley, Billy C., ‘Solid state electronic controls for HVACR’ pentice-Hall 1986.
11. Air conditioning and Refrigeration, Rex Milter, Mark R.Miller, McGraw Hill 2006
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Regulatory Framework of Power Sector-SYLLABUS
Power Sector Reform
Role of Regulator and regulatory issues in Power Sector
Regulatory Commissions at Centre and State
Tariff Regulations
Performance Regulation
Capacity Addition and Resource Mobilization
Rural Electrification
Power Shortage in India
International Experiences in De-regulating Electricity Markets
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References :
1. Understanding Competitive Electricity Markets-Business Analysis of Regulatory Framework for
Electricity Sector in India by Vipul Shah, ICFAI, ISBN 813140451X
2. The Politics of Power Sector Reforms in India by Niranjan Sahoo, Pentagon Press, ISBN
818274301X
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Remote Sensing & Image Interpretation-SYLLABUS
Aerial photography and photogrammetry
basic principles, photographic systems, visual interpretation and mapping. Ground truth
verification radiometer and its application.
Basic concepts of remote sensing
Idealized remote sensing system. Physics of remote sensing, electromagnetic spectrum,
black body concept, atmospheric windows, geometry of scanners, CCD arrays and platforms,
history of space imaging characteristics of space platform like LANDSAT, SPOT, IRS, etc.
Characteristics of sensors like MSS, TM, LISS I and LISS II. Outputs from various sensors.
Classification of digital data and information
Supervised, unsupervised. Extraction procedure for different applications and terrain
evaluation. Thematic interpretation, transfer of interpreted thematic information to base map.
Ground verification.
Application of remote sensing
Civil Engineering, Earth Science, Forestry, Agriculture, Oceanography, Fisheries, Water
resources, Town planning and land use/land cover mapping.
Integration of Remote Sensing, Image interpretation and GIS
Extracting metric information from Remotely Sensed images, Extracting thematic
information from Remotely Sensed images, Integration of information from remote sensing in
GIS GIS application areas.
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References :
1. Remote Sensing and Image Interpretation by Thomas Lillesand Ralph W. Keifere Jonathan
Chipman.- John Wiley Sons
2. Paul R Wolf , Elements of photogrammetry –- Mc Graw-Hill
3. Lille sand & Kiefer, Remote sensing and image interpretation, John Wiley and Sons
4. Floyd F. Sabins Remote sensing principles and interpretation - - WH Freeman & Co.
5. John R Jensen, Introductory digital image processing - - Prentice Hall
6. George Joseph, Fundamentals of Remote Sensing- -Universities Press-Technical
7. L R A Narayan Remote Sensing and its Applications- - Universities Press
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Renewable Energy Technology-SYLLABUS
SOLAR ENERGY
SOLAR RADIATION
Introduction -extraterrestrial solar radiation - radiation at ground level-collectors-solar cells-
applications of solar energy, Introduction to Solar Collectors (Liquid Flat - Plate Collector, Air
Heater and Concentrating Collector) and Thermal Storage ,
PHOTOVOLTAIC SOLAR CELL
P:N Junction - Metal - Schottky Junction, Electrolyte - Semiconductor Junction, Types of Solar Cells
- their applications - Experimental Techniques to determine the characteristics of Solar Cells -
Photovoltaic Hybrid Systems Photovoltaic Thermal Systems – Storage Battery - Solar Array and
their Characteristics , Solar Chargeable Battery.
WIND ENERGY
Introduction-basic theory
Statistics - Measurements and Data Presentation - Wind Turbine
Aerodynamics - Momentum Theories - Basics Aerodynamics - Airfoils and their
Characteristics - HAWT - Blade Element ,VAWT Aerodynamics - Wind Turbine Loads
BIOMASS
Biomass Energy-Introduction-Biomass Conversion-Biogas Production-Ethanol production
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Pyrolysis and Gasification-Direct Combustion-Applications.
THERMAL BIOMASS CONVERSION:
Combustion, Pyrolysis, Gasification and Liquefaction - Biological Conversion - Methanol, Ethanol
Production - Fermentation - Anaerobic Digestion Biodegradation and Biodegradability of
Substrate.
POWER GENERATION TECHNIQUES:
Fermentation and Gasification – Biogas production from different Organic Wastes - Effect of
Additives on Biogas Yield - Biogas production from Dry Dung Cakes - Industrial Application
Viability of Energy Production - Wood Gasifier System,
ENERGY GENERATION FROM WASTE
Types - Biochemical Conversion - Sources of Energy Generation - Industrial
Waste, Agro Residues - Anaerobic Digestion. Biogas Production. Types of Biogas
Plant Thermo chemical Conversion - Sources of Energy Generation - Gasification
- Types of Gasifiers - Environment Benefits of Biochemical and Thermo chemical
Conversion, Industrial Applications of Gasifiers
OTHER RENEWABLE ENERGY SOURCES
Tidal Energy - Introduction-origin of tides-power generation schemes-Wave Energy
Geothermal Energy-Introduction-geothermal resource types-resource base-applications for
heating and electricity generation
Introduction-Open and Closed OTEC cycles-bio photolysis-Ocean Currents-Salinity Gradient
Devices- Fuel cells, Environmental Aspects-Potential impacts of harnessing the different
renewable energy resources.
Reference:
1. D. P. Kothari, K. C. Singal, Rakesh Ranjan, “Renewable Energy Sources and Emerging
Technologies” PHI Learning Private Limited, 2012
2. John Twidell and Tony Weir, “Renewable Energy Resources”, Taylor and Francis London,
2010
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3. J. F. Manwell, J. G. Mcgowan, A. L. Rogers, “Wind Energy Explained Theory, Design and
Application” Wiley, United Kingdom 2009
4. Joshuo Earnest, “Wind Power Technology”, PHI Learning Private Limited, 2014
5. B. H. Khan, “Non- Conventional Energy Sources”, McGraw Hill Education India
6. P. K. Sharma, “Non-conventional Power Plants”, NPTI, New Delhi 2008
7. Rakosh Das Begamudre, “Energy Conversion Systems”, New Age International
Publishers, 2000
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Research Methodology-Engineering/ Science-SYLLABUS
Introduction to Research
Research Design : Theoretical Research Models
Experimental Research
Sampling
Measurement in Research
Calibration & Standards for various Instruments
Measurement Errors
Online Data
Data Smoothing
Curve Fitting
Reporting Experimental Data
Design of Experiments
Report writing
Ethics in Research
References :
1. Research Methodology-Methods & Techniques by C Rajendra, New Age Intl Pvt Ltd Publishers,
ISBN 8122415229
2. Research Methodology for Engineers by Ganesan, MJP Publishers, EAN 9788180941108
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3. Operations Research Support Methodology Series by A Holzman, CRC Press, ISBN 0824767713
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Research Methodology-Legal-SYLLABUS
Introduction to Research
Significance of Research in Law as Legal Profession in India
Planning of Legal Research
Investigation Methods
Methods and Tools of Collection of Data
Hypothesis
Sampling
Data Processing
Analysis and Interpretation
Research Reports
Computer Applications and Legal Research
References :
1. Legal Education and Research Methodology by BK Das, Neha Publishers & Distributors,
ISBN 8189972499
2. Legal Research & Methodology by SK Verma, M Afzal Wani, Indian Law Institute
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Research Methodology-Management-SYLLABUS
Introduction to Research
Importance of Research in Management Decisions
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Identification of Problem and Formulation
Research Design
Concepts of Measurement
Attitude Scaling Techniques
Sources and Types of Data
Sampling Techniques
Hypotheses
Data Analysis
Interpretation of Data and Report Writing
References :
1. Management Research Methodology : Integration of Principles, Methods & Techniques
by KN Krishnaswamy, Appa Iyer Sivakumar & M Mathirajan, Prentice Hall, ISBN
8177585630
2. Research Methodology in Business Management by DK Jha, Neha Publishers &
Distributors, ISBN 8178848090
3. Research Methodology in Management by Prof Michael, Himalaya, EAN
CHIMPUB100542
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Reservoir Engineering-SYLLABUS
• Petro-physical parameters of Reservoir Rocks: Porosity, Permeability,
Fluid Saturation, Effective and Relative Permeability, Capillary Action,
Measurement/Estimation, Interrelationship between parameters.
• Reservoir Fluid Properties: P-V-T and Phase Behavior. Measurement and
estimation of PVT parameters of fluids.
• Reserve & Resource Analysis : Volumetric approach in Exploration and
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Exploitation of Oil And Gas Reservoirs., Material balance Equation and its
modifications for performance evaluation/predictions of oil& Gas
Reservoirs, Decline Curve analysis and its applications in oil &gas
Economics
• Fluid flow through Porous Media: Darcy’s Law, Multiphase Flow, Linear,
Radial & Spherical Flow, Steady State and Unsteady State Flow. Reservoir
Pressure Monitoring and its impact on production behavior of Oil and Gas
Reservoir.
• Reservoir Analysis & Monitoring: Reservoir Drive Mechanism and its
impact on Recovery Factors.
References:
1. Fundamentals of Reservoir Engineering, Dake,L.P.,Elsevier, Netherlands.
2. Basics of Reservoir Engineering, Cosse,R., Editions Technip, Paris, 1993
3.Reservoir Engineering Handbook, Ahmed,T., Gulf Professional Publishing,
Boston, 2001,
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Risk Analysis and Management-SYLLABUS
HAZARD IDENTIFICATION AND RISK ANALYSIS
Introduction - Hazard - Process - Hazard - Monitoring - Risk - Issues - Perception - Management
Assessment-Analysis-Safety Audits-Management System Audits-Check Lists-Material Safety
Data-What If Analysis-Event Tree-Fault Tree Analysis-Hazard and Operability Studies- Coarse
Hazard Studies-Human Error Analysis-Safety Review System-Hazard Warning Methods-Hazard
Warning Analysis- Plant Safety Audit.
SOFTWARES FOR RISK ANALYSIS
Basic Concepts of Risk Analysis - Quantitative - Qualitative Methods - Hazard Models System-
Hazard Assessment Systems - Principles of Applications of Software's- FETI - Hazard
Operability Studies ( HAZOP) - EFFECTS - Hazard Analysis (HAZAN) - PHAST - SAFETI -Failure Mode
and Effect Analysis( FMEA.)
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RISK CONTROL & MANAGEMENT
Impact estimation : Property, People , Man and Machine System, Job and Personal Risk Factors-
Standards-Selection and Training-Body Size and Posture-Body Dimension (Static/Dynamic)-
Adjustment Range- Penalties.-Guide Lines for Safe Design and Postures- Evaluation and
Methods of Reducimg Posture Strain
Man-Machine Interface-Controls-Types of Control-Identification and Selection-Types of Displays-
Compatibility and Stereotypes of Important Operations-Fatigue and Vigilance- Measurement
Characteristics and Strategies for Enhanced Performance Human Factor Engineering &
Behavioral based safety
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Rock slope engineering-SYLLABUS
Rock Slope Engineering:
Introduction, Principles of rock slopes, Design methods, field parameters and data collection
Rock and Soil strength and their measurements
Rock properties, loading conditions, failure theories, laboratory measurements, ground water
conditions
Failure analysis Plane, wedge, circular and toppling failures and their principles, impacts in
mining
Rock Blasting
Rock fragmentation and blasting principles, wave propagations, vibration
Rock stabilization in slopes
Monitoring, prevention and control of slopes failure, rock reinforcements and supports
Numerical Analysis
Modeling concepts, field examples and illustrations, Mining case studies.
Suggested Reading:
i. Rock Slope Engineering: Duncan C. Wyllie & Christopher W. Mah
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ii. Practical Rock Engineering: Evert Hoek For different software used in analysis :
https://www.rocscience.com/learning
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Rocket Propulsion-SYLLABUS
Classification of rockets: chemical, electrical and nuclear; Applications of rockets in launch
vehicles, spacecraft, and missiles; Criteria of performance: thrust, specific impulse, energy and
efficiencies, characteristic velocity, effective exhaust velocity; Flow through ideal and real nozzles;
Solid rocket motors, double-base and composite propellants, grain configurations, erosive
burning; Liquid rocket engines, types of propellants; cryogenic and gelled propellants, injector
design, gas pressure and turbo-pump feed systems, combustion instability; Heat transfer analysis;
Thrust vector control; Hybrid rocket engines; Electro-thermal ion and magneto-plasma rockets;
Rocket testing.
References:
1. G. P. Sutton and O. Biblarz, Rocket Propulsion Elements, Wiley, 2001.
2. R. W. Humble, G. N. Henry, W. J. Larson, Space Propulsion Analysis and Design, McGraw Hill,
1995.
3. G. C. Oates, Aerothermodynamics of Gas Turbine and Rocket Propulsion, AIAA, 1988.
4. M. L. Turner, Rocket and Spacecraft Propulsion, Springer, 2009.
5. M. J. Zucrow, Aircraft and Missile Propulsion (Vol. II and I), John Wiley, 1958.
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Safety aspects in mining-SYLLABUS
Associated Acts and Rules
Indian Electricity Rules (VIII & X), Land Acquisition Act, Mine Rescue Rules, Workmen’s
Compensation Act, Indian Explosives Act.
Accident
Classification of accidents Accident statistics, Accident reports, Risk assessment.
Concept on Ergonomics and possible application in Mining Operation
Environmental and Physiological parameters and its assessment
Assessment of Fatigue & determination of rest pause period for different mine working
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Suggested Reading:
1. The Indian Electricity Rules, 1956
2. Mine Rescue rules Indian Explosives Act, 1884
3. Safety in Mines: A Survey of Accidents, Their Causes and Prevention.
4. Hand Book of Occupational Safety and Health by Lawrence Slote
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Safety in Construction-SYLLABUS
SAFETY IN CONSTRUCTION
Meaning and Scope of Safety in Construction Operations, Rules & Regulations, Safety in
Excavations, Scaffolding, Underwater Works, Cofferdams, Underpinning & Shoring etc.
Safety in use of Lifting Equipment, Pre-Construction Preparation etc, Health Hazards
while Handling Construction Materials and Chemicals, Safe Demolition, Human Factors,
Safe Handling of Machines & Equipments used in Refinery, Petrochemicals Plant & Gas
Facilities Construction
HISTORY OF SAFETY LEGISLATION
History of Dock Safety Statues in India- Background of Present Dock Safety Statues- Dock
Workers (Safety, Health & Welfare) Act 1986 and the Rules and Regulations framed there
under. Other Statues like Marking of Heavy Packages Act 1951 and the Rules Framed there
Under- Manufacturer, Storage and Import of Hazardous Chemicals Rules 1989 framed
under the Environment (Protection) Act, 1989 - few case Laws to interpret the terms used . Dock
Safety Statutes. Responsibility of Different Agencies for Safety, Health and Welfare involved
in Dock Work - Responsibilities of Port Authorities - Dock Labour Board - Owner of Ship Master -
and agent of Ship - Owner of Lifting Appliances and Loose Gear etc - Employers of Dock
Workers like Stevedores - Clearing and Forwarding Agents - Competent Persons and Dock
Worker.
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Satellite Communication Engineering-SYLLABUS
INTRODUCTION
Origin of Satellite Communications, Historical Back-ground, Basic Concepts of Satellite
Communications, Frequency allocations for Satellite Services, Applications, Future Trends of
Satellite Communications.
ORBITAL MECHANICS AND LAUNCHERS
Orbital Mechanics, Look Angle determination, Orbital perturbations, Orbit determination,
launches and launch vehicles, Orbital effects in communication systems performance.
SATELLITE SUBSYSTEMS
Attitude and orbit control system, telemetry, tracking, Command and monitoring, power
systems, communication subsystems, Satellite antenna Equipment reliability and Space
qualification.
SATELLITE LINK DESIGN
Basic transmission theory, system noise temperature and G/T ratio, Design of down links, up
link design, Design of satellite links for specified C/N, System design example.
MULTIPLE ACCESS
Frequency division multiple access (FDMA) Intermodulation, Calculation of C/N. Time division
Multiple Access (TDMA) Frame structure, Examples. Satellite Switched TDMA Onboard
processing, DAMA, Code Division Multiple access (CDMA), Spread spectrum transmission and
reception.
EARTH STATION TECHNOLOGY
Introduction, Transmitters, Receivers, Antennas, Tracking systems, Terrestrial interface,
Primary power test methods.
LOW EARTH ORBIT AND GEO-STATIONARY SATELLITE SYSTEMS
Orbit consideration, coverage and frequency considerations, Delay & Throughput
considerations, System considerations, Operational NGSO constellation Designs
SATELLITE NAVIGATION & THE GLOBAL POSITIONING SYSTEM
Radio and Satellite Navigation, GPS Position Location principles, GPS Receivers and codes,
Satellite signal acquisition, GPS Navigation Message, GPS signal levels, GPS receiver operation,
GPS C/A code accuracy, Differential GPS.
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SCADA and Telemetry-SYLLABUS
Telemetry systems
Different Telemetry Systems Including Multifunctional Ones and their Safety Aspects,
Developing and Implementing Security Features.
Monitoring and controlling
Controlling the Infrastructure Including Critical Devices & Station such as Compressors,
Regulators and Remotely Operated Valves, Range of Systems for Gas and Oil Pipelines.
Method of networking
Networking of SCADA Systems to Corporate Networks
Terrorism & SCADA
Cyber Terrorism and SCADA Systems, Encryption in SCADA Systems
References :
1. Telemetry Principles by D Patranabis, TATA Mc Graw Hill, ISBN 0074637959
2. Telemetry by Barculo, Nova, ISBN 1606925091
3. Securing SCADA Systems by Ronald L Krutz, John Wley & Sons Incl, ISBN 047178768X-BEPDF
4. Practical SCADA for Industry by David Bailey & Edwin Wright, Newnes, ISBN 0080473903-BEPDF
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Sedimentology-Syllabus
Introduction to Sedimentology: Sedimentary Cycle, origin of Sediments, sedimentary
process, classification of sediments and distribution of sediments.
Classification Sedimentary rocks: 1. Clastic Sedimentary rocks; Rudaceous, Aranaceous and
Argillaceous 2. Chemical Sedimentary rocks; Limestone, travertine, diatomite and chert
etc., 3. Biochemical rocks; Lignite, peat and types of coal 4. Evaporates
Sedimentary texture and structures: Grain analysis (size, shape, maturation and
arrangement/ orientation). Classification of Sedimentary structures based on their origin,
Importance of sedimentary structures in analysis of basin, petroleum prospecting and
stratigraphy.
Sedimentary Environments and facies: Terrestrials, transitional and Marine environments
and their facies analysis. Significance of sedimentary environment and facies studies in
stratigraphy and basin analysis.
Tectonics and Sedimentation: Geosynclinal concept, plate tectonic concepts, basinal
concepts; rift basin, foreland & backland basin, delta type basin, subduction basin and
passive or active margin basins. The importance of this study in various resource
prospecting and basin analysis.
References:
1. Sedimentology and Sedimentary Basins: From Turbulence to Tectonics by Mike R.
Leeder (Author).
2. Sedimentary Rocks in the Field: A Practical Guide (Geological Field Guide) Maurice E.
Tucker (Author).
3. Sedimentology and Stratigraphy 2e Author: Nichols, Gary.
4. Sedimentary Environments Processes, Facies and Stratigraphy Author: Reading, Harold G
5. Sedimentary Petrology An Introduction to the Origin of Sedimentary Rocks Author: Tucker,
M. E
6. Principles of Sedimentary Basin Analysis Author: Miall, Andrew D
7. Principles of Sequence Stratigraphy Author: Catuneau, Octavian
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8. The Geology of Fluvial Deposits: Sedimentary Facies, Basin Analysis, and Petroleum Geology
Author: Miall, Andrew D.
9. Introduction to Sedimentology second edition by S.M.Sengupta.
10 Sedimentology & Stratigraphy by F.J.Pettijohn
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Ship Operations, Brokering & Chartering -SYLLABUS
Ship Operations
Organisation of shipping companies, functions of the main departments – administrative,
finance & accounting, operations (and/or) commercial, technical, crew or fleet personnel,
quality, legal & marine insurance, ISPS/security, others
Market Practitioners & the Chartering Market
The freight market - dry cargo, bulk and 'tweendecker, container, Ro/ro, liner, tanker,
"combos", reefer, car carrier, passenger and sale & purchase market chartering market players
- ship owners, charterers, operators, shipper or consignor, receiver or consignee, brokers, port
agents the chartering market
Employment of Ships
Shipping costs analysis, fixed and variable costs - operating costs, voyage costs, cargo
handling costs, capital costs & repayment, contractual relationships, incoterms.
Charter Parties
Liner & tramp shipping, types of charter parties – time, voyage, bareboat, coaetc,
chartering documents.
Chartering Market Practice
Shipbroking - role of ship broker, the process of chartering, chartering negotiations, the
negotiation process, ethics and market practices.
Chartering terms & abbreviations
Chartering terms, charterpartylaytime definitions, customary abbreviations.
Charter Parties, Clauses & Phrases
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Nature of a charter party, voyage charter party, time charter party, common CP clauses,
charter party forms.
Bills of Lading
Bill of lading functions, main elements of a bill of lading, non production of bills of lading,
types of bills of lading, liner shipping procedure, bills of lading and voyage C/P’s, bills of lading
and time C/P’s, bill of lading-related problems.
Laytime Calculations
Laydays and the cancelling date, laytime – types, demurrage, despatch, general laytime
calculations – dry cargo, liquid cargo.
Voyage Estimation
Estimate form, voyage estimates - commercial aspects, voyage charter estimations, time
charter estimating, time charter yield calculation.
Tanker Voyage Estimations
Introduction and history of worldscale, sample calculation of a worldscale rate, new
worldscale - application of differentials, worldscale contents, voyage estimation.
References :
1. Ship Operations & Management, Penguin Distribution, ISBN 1908833149
2. Articles on Shipping Management Including: Albert Ballin, Freight Derivative, Baltic Exchange,
Short Sea Shipping, Shipbroking, Chartering (Shipping), Hephaestus, ISBN 1243191856
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Software Engineering & Quality Management-SYLLABUS
Introduction
What is software, What is software process, What is software Engineering, Characteristics
of Software Project, Activities covered by Software Project Management, Problems involved,
Management function related to Project Management, Feasibility Analysis, Overview of
Project Planning, Finalising Project Scope, Infrastructure, Analysing Project Characteristics,
Identifying Project goals and activities, Estimating time & effort, allocating resources, Review
plan
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. Project Execution Approach
Choosing Technologies, Structure VS speed of Delivery Waterfall Model, V- Process Model,
Evolutionary model, Spiral Model, Software Prototyping, Incremental Delivery., Controlling
changes during project execution Software requirement study and Analysis, Software
Requirement, Specifications
Software Estimation
Need for Software Estimation, Problems with Over and Under Estimation, Software
Estimation techniques, Expert Judgement, Estimating by Anology, Function Point Analysis,
Object points, LOC based COCOMO model, Objectives of activity planning, project scheduling,
sequencing and scheduling activities, Network planning models, forward pass, backward
pass, identifying critical path, project crashing, Project progress review, Software Design
Concepts
. Risk Management
Risk and its implication, types of risk, Identifying risks, analyzing risks, prioritizing risks, Risk
avoidance, Risk containment, Resource identification, Resource planning Resource
allocation, monitoring critical resources
Managing People and Organising Teams
Understanding Behavior, Motivation, Building and Managing coherent teams, Chief
Programmer team, egoless team, Leadership challenges, Software Quality, Product versus
Process Quality management, techniques to help enhance software quality, Software
Validation and Verification, Quality plans, Brief description of SEI-CMM.
. Software Testing
Objectives , Black Box and White Box testing, testing of Static and Dynamic applications,
Validation testing, Integration testing, Designing a test plan, test criterion, test data, test
results analysis, Test Oracle, Software Maintenance
Software Quality Assurance
Process and product quality – Quality assurance and standards – Quality planning and
control – Software metrics – Process improvement – Software configuration management.
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References:
1. Software Engineering by Rajib Mall
2. Software Project Management : Bob Hughes and Mike Cotterell- Tata McGraw Hill
3. Software Engineering a Practitioner’s approach – Roger S Pressman Tata McGraw Hill
4. Introduction to Software Project Management & Quality Assurance : By Ince, Dorrel, Helen Sharp
& Mark Woodman
5. Software Engineering – Ian Sommerville, Addison Wesley, 2004
6. Managing Software Development Projects – A formula for Success By Whitten Neal
7. Mythical Man Month – Essays on Software Engineering
8. Software Project Management – From Concepts to Deployment – Kieron Conway – Dreamtech
Publications
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Software Project Management-SYLLABUS
Software Management Renaissance
Conventional Software Management
Evolution of Software Economics
Improving Software Economics
The Old Way and the New
A SOFTWARE MANAGEMENT PROCESS FRAMEWORK
Life-Cycle Phases
Artifacts of the Process
Model Based Software Architectures
Workflows of the Process
Checkpoints of the Process
Software Management Disciplines
Iterative Process Planning
Project Organization and Responsibilities
Process Automation
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Project Control and Process Instrumentation
Tailoring the Process
Looking Forward
Modern Project Profiles
Next-Generation Software Economics
Modern Process Transitions
References :
1. SOFTWARE PROJECT MANAGEMENT:A Unified Framework book BY Walker Royce Addison-
Wesley Publications.
2. Software Project Management by Kathy Schwabe
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Solar Energy Technology-SYLLABUS
Solar Radiation
Extraterrestrial Characteristics, Effect of Earth Atmosphere, Measurement and Estimation on
Horizontal and Tilted Surface, Solar radiation geometry :Solar Angles, Day length, Angle of
Incidence on Tilted Surface, Sun path Diagramme, Shadow Determination. Transparent and
Opaque Materials, Selective Coating
Flat Plate Collectors
Effective Energy Losses, Thermal Analysis, Heat Capacity Effect, Evacuated Tubular Collectors
Solar Air Heaters
Types, Performance analysis
Concentrating Collectors
Types – Flat plat, cylindrical, Compound cylindrical, paraboloid, Central receiver. Single Axis and
Two Axis Solar Tracking, Thermal Analysis
Storage Systems
Sensible Storage, Latent Heat Storage, thermo chemical storage
Solar Heating System
Liquid Based Solar Heating System (Natural, Forced and Gravity Flow),
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Solar Air Heating System, Solar Drying, Thermal Energy Systems: Solar Cooker, Solar Pond, Solar
Distillation, Solar Detoxification, Solar Cooling System: Solar Operated Refrigeration Systems, Solar
Desiccant Cooling
Solar Thermal Power Generation
Central Receiver Systems, Parabolic Trough Systems, Solar Furnaces
Solar Photovoltaic System
Semiconductor Theory, Photovoltaic Principles, Solar Cells: Characteristics, Types Production
methods, Series parallel combination, Modules, Storage Batteries,Application of Solar Photovoltaic
System
References:
1. S P Sukhantme, J K Nayak- Solar Energy, Principles of Thermal collection and storage The
MCGraw-Hill Companies, Third Edition.
2. B H Khan -Non-Conventional ENERGY Resources Tata McGraw Hill Education Pvt. Ltd.,
Second Edition.
3. G.D.Rai - Solar Energy Utilization Khanna Publishers
4. G.N.Tiwari- Solar Energy Fundamentals, Design, Modeling and Applications Narosa
Publishing House
5. John A Duffie, William A Bechman- Solar Engineering of Thermal Processes A Wiley-
Interscience publication
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Solid State Ionics-SYLLABUS
Types of Ionic solids- Fast Ionics Solids-Point Defect type-Sub Lattice type – Fast Ionic
materials – alkali metal ion conductors - β aluminas- Silver ion conductors- Cation
conductors- Oxygen ion conductors – Halide ionconductors – Proton conductors
– Electronic conductors with ionic transport.
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Various methods of preparation of amorphous/glassy, poly and single crystalline
materials – thermal evaporation – sputtering – glow – discharge decomposition – chemical
vapour deposition – melt quenching – gel dissociation – crystal growth technique – x-ray
diffraction and differential thermal analysis-Glass transition – factors determining glass
transition temperatures – structure – microscopic structure – modeling – microscopic structure
– examples.
Point Defect Type: Point defect type super ionic conductors – transport mechanism
through defects – jump frequency – ionic conductivity and diffusion co-efficients –
defect concentration – pure and doped crystals – impurity vacancy association –
coulomb interactions- Application of transport theory to fluoride and Oxygen ion
conductors: Molten Sub-lattice type: Molten Sub-lattice type solid state ionic
conductors – Hyper mann’s theory – Rices Strassler & Toouch’s theory – Welch
Dieme’s theory – Lattice gas theory – Path Probability and Moute Carlo Methods
– Ionic Percolation theory – Jahn , Teller Model-Dynamics- ion transport – free ion
model – domain model – jump diffusion model and Frequency dependent
conductivity.
Macroscopic properties – electrical conductivity – diffusion thermo electric power-
Microscopic properties – x- ray diffraction studies – a.c. conductivity – dielectric
relaxation – NMR – ESR – far IR – Mossbauer Spectroscopy – Raman Scattering – Photo
Electron Spectroscopy – Ultrasonic attenuation – velocity.
Thermodynamic studies – general aspects of solid state batteries – electrolyte –
compatibility between electrode substance and solid electrolytes – electrode structure –
interface between electrode and solid electrolyte – High temperature fuel cells – solid state
potentiometer gauges for gaseous species – coulometer – electro-chemical capacitor –
eletrochromic display system.
References :
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1. Super Ionic Solid state Ionics Material & Applications B.V.R.Chowdary World Scientific Publishing
,Singapore
2. A.R. West, Solid State Chemistry
3.S. Chandra, Superionic Solids
4. Principles of Electronic Ceramics, L. L. Hench and J. K. West, (JohnWiley & Sons, New York, 1990).
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Space Science and Space Environment-SYLLABUS
- Earth Atmosphere (Layers and Effects/ Particularly Exosphere and Ionosphere)
- Van Allen Belts and Behavior of Earth’s Magnetic Field and Its Effects / Calculation
- Coriolis Effect
- Sun (Heliosphere, Layers of the Sun, Oscillation Modes of the Sun, Sunspots, Solar Wind
and Solar Ejection Events, Solar Dynamo)
- Solar System (Planets, Moons, Kuiper Belt, Oort Cloud, Heliopause)
- Interstellar Space (Galaxies, Nebulas, Clusters etc)
- Space Weather (Effect of Solar Charged Particles, Effects of Plasma on Near Earth
Environment, Effect of Space Weather on the Ground, Effect of Space Weather on
Satellites, Effects of Ionized Plasma on Spacecraft)
- Calculation of Apparent Magnitude, Absolute Magnitude, Temperature, Mass, Density
Stars
- Types and Evolution Properties of Stars
Space Science -SYLLABUS
Earth Science and Earth’s Climate System Interaction with Space
- Atmosphere and the Atmospheric Layers
- Interaction of Space Phenomena with Atmospheric Layers
- Earth’s Magnetic Field and Van Allen Belts
- Coriolis Effect
Solar System
- Origin of the Solar System- Collisions, Accretion and Volcanism
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- The Moon
- The Sun and its Physical Properties
- Inner Planets
- Outer Planets
- Comets
- Asteroids
- Kuiper Belt
- Oort Cloud
Sun
- Structure of the Solar Interior
- Energy Source of the Sun
- Neutrinos
- Helioseismology
- Photosphere
- Chromosphere
- Corona
- Solar Wind
- Coronal Mass Ejections
Space Weather
- Solar Activity and Solar Wind
- Aurora
- Solar Flares and Effects on Earth
- Solar Energetic Particle Events
- Coronal Mass Ejections and Magnetic Storms
- Effects of Space Weather and Protection from these Effects
Fundamentals of Astronomy
- Terminology and Definitions (Apparent/Absolute Magnitude, Luminosity, Distance
Terminology)
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- Parallax Effect
- Interstellar Reddening
- Distance determination from Astronomical Observations
- Luminosity Determination from Astronomical Observations
- Star Radius Calculations from Astronomical Observations
Evolution of Stars
- Nebulas and Formation of Stars
- Classification of Stars Based on Luminosity and Size
- Types of Stars
- Evolution of Stars, Neutron Stars, Dwarf Stars
- Nova and Supernova
- Blackholes and the Chandresekhar Limit
Cosmology
- Brief History of the Universe
- The Big Bang Theory
- Age and Distance Scales
- Formation of Galaxies
- Big Crunch
References:
Space Science by Louise K. Harra and Keith O. Mason (Imperial College Press)
Introduction to Cosmology by Matts Roos (Wiley)
Introduction to Astronomy and Cosmology by Ian Morrison (Wiley)
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Statutory Rules and Regulations-SYLLABUS
HISTORY OF SAFETY LEGISLATION
The development of HSE laws, The impact of previous disasters on the development of HSE law
Environmental Regulations
The Water (Prevention and Control of Pollution) Act, 1974 -as amended from time to time (Water
Act), The Water (Prevention and Control of Pollution) Cess Act, 1977 as amended (Water Cess
Act), The Air (Prevention and Control of Pollution) Act, 1981 as amended (Air Act), The
Environment (Protection) Act, 1986 (EPA), The Public Liability Insurance Act, 1991 as amended (PL
Act), The National Environment Tribunal Act, 1995.,The National Environment Appellate
Authority Act, 1997, Manufacture, Storage, and import of Hazardous Chemicals Rules, 1989,
Hazardous Waste management (Management and Handling) rules, 1989
Social Security Legislations / Regulations
Social Security and insurance, employment and unemployment, Welfare of Labour including
conditions of work, provident funds, employers' liability, workmen's compensation, invalidity and
old age pension and maternity benefits.
Oil Mine Regulations
Chapter I, Preliminary chapter-II: Returns, Notices And Plans, Notice of Opening, Quarterly
Returns, Annual Returns , Change in name and addresses etc, Notice of accident, Notice of
disease, Chapter-III : Inspectors, Management And Duties
CCE Regulations- Explosives Rules, 1983 , Gas Cylinders Rules, 1981 , Static & Mobile Pressure
Vessels (Unfired) Rules, 1981. , Notification No. GSR 625(E) dated 07.08.1983 regarding Acetylene.
, Petroleum Act, 1934 Petroleum rules, 2002. , Calcium Carbide rules, 1987. , Cinematograph
Film rules, 1948 OISD Norms-jurisdiction of OISD, Main functions of OISD, Subgroup of OISD
Health and safety international Laws and regulations
HASAWA, OSHA, COSHH, MHSWR, etc.
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Steam, Gas and Hydraulic Turbines-SYLLABUS
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Steam Turbines: Introduction, stagnation properties, critical pressure ratio and choked
flow in nozzles, nozzle efficiency, off design conditions in nozzles, turbine types,
pressure and velocity compounding in turbines, reaction turbines, nozzle and blade
heights, loses in turbines, reheat factor and condition line, flow through cascades,
design of multistage turbines, governing of steam turbines, blade fastenings, critical
speeds, maintenance of steam turbines.
Gas Turbines : Gas Cycles: Definition, working principle, Euler’s turbine equation,
configurations Simple gas turbine cycle, cycles with heat exchange, reheat and
intercooled compression, methods of accounting losses, stagnation properties,
compressor and turbine efficiencies, pressure losses, heat exchanger effectiveness,
variation of specific heats, comparative performance of practical cycles.
Axial Flow Turbines: Stage performance; Degree of reaction; h-s diagram & efficiency;
Vortex theory; Overall turbine performance; Performance characteristics; Blade
cooling; Design process. Prediction of performance of simple gas turbines; Off Design
performance; blade materials, matching procedure.
Radial Turbine: Introduction; Thermodynamics and Aerodynamics of radial turbines;
Radial Turbine Characteristics; Losses and efficiency; Design of radial turbine.
Hydraulic Turbines: Impulse and Reaction, working principle, classification, draft tubes,
performance evaluation, characteristics curves, cavitation, design considerations, surge
tanks. Maintenance of hydraulic turbine.
References :
1. Steam and Gas Turbines and Power Plant Engineering by Dr. R. Yadav
2. Steam and Gas Turbines by Richard M. Abrams
3. Fundamentals of Turbomachinery by B.K. Venkanna
4. Fluid Mechanics and Hydraulic Machines, S.C.Gupta, Pearson Education India, 2006
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5. Gas Turbines 3E, By V. Ganesan, Mc-Grwalhil., 2010
6. Gas Turbine Engineering Handbook Meherwan P. Boyce 2010
7. A Text Book of Fluid Mechanics and Hydraulic Machines, R.K.Bansal, Firewall Media, 2005
8. S.M. Yahya, Turbines, Compressors and Fans, Tata Mcgraw Hill.
9. Gopalakrishnan G, Prithvi Raj D, "A treatise on Turbomachines", Scitec Publications,
Chennai, 2002.
10. Sheppard, Principles of Turbomachinery.
11. R.K.Turton, Principles of Turbomachinery, E & F N Spon Publishers, London & New York.
12. Balajee, Designing of Turbomachines
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Strategic Issues in Infrastructure Creation-SYLLABUS
Understanding PPP
Introduction, New Name for an Old Game: Brief History, Respective Roles of Public and Private
Sectors, Value for Money, Benefits of PPP, Output-Based Approach, PPP and Privatization,
Models of Private Participation, Public Private Partnership or Paying for Private Profit,
Indian Scenario, Stumbling Blocks, Initiatives by the Government, Way Forward
Propelling PPP
Introduction, Policy Framework, Partnership Architecture, Procedural Network , Institutional
Structure, Sovereign Support, Government Guarantee
Risk — Identification: Mitigation: Allocation
Introduction , Risk Identification, Risk Mitigation, Risk Allocation
Financial Approach
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Introduction, Financing — General Factors, Financing — Deciding Determinants , Financing —
Financial Involvements, Financing — Sources and Tools, Financing — Cost Components
and Financing Sequence
Contractual Framework
Introduction , Salient Features of a Concession Contract , Distinction Between a Concession
Contract and a Commercial Contract, Concession Arrangement — Critical Issues ,
Unsolicited Proposals , Contractual Structure
Legal and Regulatory Framework
Introduction — Legal Framework, Infirmities of Existing Legal Framework, Introduction —
Regulatory Framework, Regulatory Body, Regulatory Functions, Contracting Out Regulatory
Functions, Regulation by Contract, Indian Scenario, Independent Regulators
Recognising Infrastructure
Introduction , Salient Features of Infrastructure, Importance of Infrastructure , Commercialisation
of Infrastructure, Infrastructure and Environment, Infrastructure and the Poor , Policy
Framework for Infrastructure Development , Indian Scenario , Phases of Project Development,
Slow Progress , Way Forward
Roads and Related Infrastructure
Introduction, Salient Features of a Toll-Based PPP Road Project , Risk Profile, Toll Profile, Award
Criteria for Toll Road PPP Project, Contractual Framework of a Toll Road Project, Indian
Scenario, Encouraging Public Private Participation, Way Forward
Water and Sanitation
Introduction, Commodification of Water, Tradeable Property Rights, Salient Features of Water and
Sanitation, Risk Profile, Gradual Private Participation, Tariff Structure, Water and Subsidy ,
Indian Scenario , What Ails Water Infrastructure in Urban Areas, Encouraging PPP, Commercial
Orientation of ULBs, Jawaharlal Nehru National Urban Renewal Mission (JNNURM)
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Urban Rail Transit
Introduction, Salient Features of MRTS , Positive Externalities, Benefits of MRTS, Risk Profile,
Tariff Structure, Metro: The Integration Leader, Train to the Plane, Value Capturing — A
New Approach, PPP for Metro Rail Project
Airports
Introduction, Salient Features of Airports , Changing Trends of Airport Industry, A Multi-Product
and Complex Infrastructure, Risk Profile, Structuring the Tariff , Indian Scenario , What Ails
Indian Airports, Encouraging PPP
Ports
Introduction, Changing Trends, Salient Features of Ports, Port Assets and Services, Port
Management Models, Risk Profile, Indian Scenario, What Ails Indian Ports, Public Private
Partnership in Port Sector
Power
Introduction, Power Sector Reforms , Salient Features of Power, Risk Profile, Models of Power
Sector, Power Subsidy , Indian Scenario, What Ails Indian Power Sector, Initiatives by
Government
Telecommunications
Introduction, Reforms, Salient Features of Telecommunications , Technical Features, Risk Profile,
Digital Divide — Challenges and Opportunities, Encouraging Private Participation , Indian
Scenario, Telecom Regulatory Authority of India (TRAI), Universal Service Obligations,
Encouraging Private Participation
References :
1. Concrete of High Performance Infrastructure by Ravindra K. Dhir by Shroff Publisher
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2. Rerforming Infrastructure : Privartization, Regulation and Competition by Ioannis Kessides.-
oxford university
3. Infrastructure: rebuilding, Repairing and Restructure by Jason R. Baren.- Nova Science Publisher
4. Public Private Partnership in Infrastructure Perspectives, Principles, Practices by R. N. Joshi ISBN
13/10: 9788170947967 / 8170947960
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Structural Geology –Syllabus
Introduction to Structures:
What are Structural Geology?, Structural Geology and the use of Models, The interior of the earth
and of other terrestrial bodies, Relation of Structural Geology to Geology, The Structure of
Continental Crust, Mountain building activity.
Brittle Deformation
Fractures and Joints, Classification of Extension Fractures, Geometry of Fracture System in Three
Dimensions, Features of Fracture Surfaces, Timing of Fracture Formation, Relationships of
Fractures to other Structures, Joints, Type of Joints, Genetic classification of Joints, Faults, Type of
Faults, Recognition of Faults, determination of Fault Displacement, Fault Geometry, Normal faults,
Characteristics of Normal Faulting, Shape and displacement of Normal Faults, Structural
associations of Normal Faults, Determination of extension associated with Normal Faults, Thrust
or Reverse Faults, Recognition of Thrust faults, Shape and displacement of Thrust Faults, Structural
Environments of Thrust Faults, Analysis of Displacement on Thrust faults, Strike Slip Faults,
Characteristics of Strike Slip Faults, Structural associations of Strike Slip Faults.
Ductile Deformation
The Description of Folds, Geometric Parts of Folds, Fold Scale and Attitude, Genetic Classification
of folds, Types of Folding, Ultimate cause of Folding, Foliations and Lineation in Deformed Rocks,
Compositional Foliations, Disjunction Foliations, Crenulation foliations, Continuous Foliations, The
Relationship of Foliations to other Structures, Special types of Foliations and Nomenclatures,
Structural lineations, Mineral Lineations, Associations of Lineation with other Structures.
Stress and Strain of structures
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Force, Traction and Stress, Concepts of Stress, Types of Stress, The Mohr Diagram for Two-
Dimensional Stress, Terminology for States of Stress, Effect deformation, time, temperature and
Pressure on Stress, Measures of Strain, Special State of Strain, The representation of Three-
Dimensional Strain States and Progressive Strains, Measurement of Strain in Folds, Strain in shear
Zones.
Structural Events and Primary structural Features:
Unconformity, Types of Unconformities, Distinguishing Faults from Unconformities, Structures of
Extrusive Igneous Rocks like Lava flows, Fissure Eruptions, Volcanos, Craters, Calderas, and Related
Forms, Structures of Intrusive Igneous Rocks, Sill and Dyke, Basis of classification of Plutons,
Concordant Plutons, Discordant Plutons, Batholiths and Stocks, Distinction between Primary and
Secondary Structures.
References:
1. Structural Geology by Robert J. Twiss and Eldridge M. Moores.
2. Structural Geology by Marland P. Billings
3. Structural Geology: Fundamentals and Modern Developments By S. K. Ghosh
4. The techniques of Modern Structural Geology. Vol. 1 Strain Analysis By John G. Ramsay and
M. I. Huber 1983.
5. The techniques of Modern Structural Geology. Vol. 2 Folds and Fractures By John G. Ramsay
and M. I. Huber 1987.
6. The techniques of Modern Structural Geology. Vol. 3 Application of Continuum Mechanics
in Structural Geology By John G. Ramsay and J. Richard.
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Supersonic Aerodynamics-SYLLABUS
Shock Waves
Introductory Remarks, Point Source in a Compressible Flow,Mach Waves and Shock Waves.
i. Normal Shock waves: equation of motion for a normal shock,normal shock relations
for a Perfect Gas,Stagnation Conditions,RH Relations,Propagating Shock Waves,Weak
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Shock, Reflected Shock Wave,Centered Expansion Waves,Shock Tube. Numerical
examples
ii. Oblique Sock Waves: Introduction, Oblique Shock Relations,M-θ-β Relations, Shock
Polar,Supersonic Flow over Wedge,Weak Oblique Shock,Supersonic Compression,
Detached Shock. Numerical examples.
Expansion Wave
Supersonic Expansion by Turning, Prandtl-Meyer Flow, Numerical problems. Simple and non
simple Regions,Reflection and Intersection of Shocks and Expansion Waves, Mach Reflections,
Method of Characteristics, Numerical Examples
Lift and Drag in Supersonic Flows
Shock –Expansion Theory, Flow Field in Supersonic,Flowfield in Supersonic Flows, numerical
problems,Thin Airfoil Theory,Analytical Determination of Lift and Drag Coefficients on Flat
Plate, Bi-Convex ,and Diamond Shaped Sections in Supersonic Flows, numerical problems,
Supersonic Leading and Trailing Edges.
Potential Equation for Compressible Flows
Introduction, Crocco’s Theorem, Derivation of Basic Potential Equation Foe Compressible
Flows, Linearization of Governing Equation, Boundary Conditions,Small Perturbation Theory,
Application to Wavy Wall, Bodies of Revolution.
Airfoils in Compressible Flow
Introduction, Linearized Compressible Flow, Airfoils in Subsonic Flow, Prandtl-Glauert
Transformation, Critical Mach Number,Supercritical Flows,Airfoils in Transonic Flow, Governing
Equations,Shock Wave Boundary Layer Inter Action,Stability and Control Problems.
Measurements in Compressible Flows:
Rayleigh’s Supersonic Pitot Formula, Equipment used in Supersonic Flows,Supersonic Wind
Tunnels,Heat Transfer Tunnels,Shoch Tunnels,Aero-Ballistic Ranges,Terminal Ballistic
Range,Rocket Sled Facility,Special Instrumentation for these types of Tunnels.
References :
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1. Elements of Aerodynamics of Supersonic Flows by Antonio Ferri, Dover Publications, ISBN
0486442802
2. Aerodynamics of Supersonic Flying Bodies by Ahmed Khadim Hussein, Lap lambert Academic
Publishing
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Supply Chain in Logistics for Port & Shipping-SYLLABUS
Introduction to SCM & Logistics
What is it &Why ?, Increased importance of Logistics, Key attributes of SCM.
International dimensions of L&SCM
Govt. Influences on foreign trade, International Commercial Terms, International trade & supply
chain specialists.
Logistical System Design
Designing Distribution Networks, Specialized location characteristics, Cost & other strategy
considerations.
Inventory Decisions
Classification & Costs, When to order ?, How much to order?, Inventory flows / Management &
Special.
Transportation Decisions
Modes of Transport – Air, Sea, Road, Rail, Pipelines, Intermodal, Transportation Regulations,
Commercial aspects – Pricing, carriage etc., Transportation management systems.
Sourcing & Procurement
S&P objectives, Supplier selection & evaluation, Quality issues & Global sourcing, Electronic
procurement, Investment recovery
Supply Chain Strategies for Port and Shipping Sector
Role of Technology & Information systems in SCM of Port and Shipping Industry
Technology & IS innovations in SCM, CRM, Internal supply chain management, Supplier
relationship management, Risk management in IT, Future of IT in SCM.
Performance Evaluation of the SCM of Port and Shipping Industry
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Need for performance management, Performance measurement system objectives, Logistics
performance levels, Logistics Audit & Performance control.
References :
1. Maritime Logistics : A Complete Guide to Effective Shipping & Port Management by Dong-Wook
Song, Photis Panayides, Kogan Page Ltd
2. Shipping Management & Logistics Strategy by Faustino Taderera
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Supply Chain Modeling & Design-SYLLABUS
Introduction to Supply Chain Integrated Planning
Fundamentals of SC Concepts, SC Planning and Modeling.
Role of Information Technology in Supply Chain Management
IT and SCM.
Supply Chain Optimization
Fundamentals of Optimisation Models, Properties of Linear Programming Models.
Application of Modeling Systems to strategic, Operational, Tactical Decision Making
Strategic analysis of Logistic supply Chain Modeling, Logistic strategy applications,
postponement strategies. Tacticall planning, Modeling system for operational planning,
organisational adoption of SC System.
Demand Forecasting in Supply Chain
Various methods of demand forecasting, demand driven supply chain.
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Facility routing and scheduling
Integrated routing and Scheduling, Routing and Scheduling optimsation
Spread Sheet Modeling
Improving supply chain efficiency through Optimisation, Dynamic sourcing in reverse
logistics company, spread sheet applications.
References :
1. Modeling the Supply Chain by Shapiro, Cengage India, ISBN 8131501566
2. Designing and managing the supply chain, ISBN 007298239X
3. Supply Chain Modeling by Michael Wisma, Lap Lambert Academic Publishing, ISBN 3838360125
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System Modeling and Simulation-SYLLABUS
INTRODUCTION:
When simulation is the appropriate tool and when it is not appropriate, Advantages and
disadvantages of Simulation, Areas of application, Systems and system environment, Components
of a system, Discrete and continuous systems, Model of a system, Types of Models, Discrete-Event
System Simulation, Steps in a Simulation Study. Simulation examples: Simulation of queuing
systems, Simulation of inventory systems, Other examples of simulation.
GENERAL PRINCIPLES, SIMULATION SOFTWARE:
Concepts in Discrete-Event Simulation: The Event-Scheduling / Time-Advance Algorithm, World
Views, Manual simulation Using Event Scheduling, List processing. Simulation in Java, Simulation in
GPSS.
STATISTICAL MODELS IN SIMULATION:
Review of terminology and concepts, Useful statistical models, Discrete distributions, Continuous
distributions, Poisson process, Empirical distributions, Monte Carlo simulations, Random Walk
Simulations
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QUEUING MODELS:
Characteristics of queuing systems, Queuing notation, Long-run measures of performance of
queuing systems, Steady-state behavior of M/G/1 queue, Networks of queues.
RANDOM-NUMBER GENERATION, RANDOM-VARIATE GENERATION:
Properties of random numbers, Generation of pseudo-random numbers, Techniques for
generating random numbers, Tests for Random Numbers. Random-Variate Generation: Inverse
transform technique, Acceptance-Rejection technique, Special properties.
INPUT MODELING:
Data Collection, Identifying the distribution with data, Parameter estimation, Goodness of Fit
Tests, Fitting a non-stationary Poisson process, Selecting input models without data, Multivariate
and Time-Series input models
OUTPUT ANALYSIS FOR A SINGLE MODEL:
Types of simulations with respect to output analysis, Stochastic nature of output data, Measures
of performance and their estimation, Output analysis for terminating simulations, Output analysis
for steady-state simulations.
VERIFICATION AND VALIDATION OF SIMULATION MODELS, OPTIMIZATION:
Model building, verification and validation, Verification of simulation models, Calibration and
validation of models. Optimization via Simulation.
References :
Discrete-Event System Simulation – Jerry Banks, John S. Carson II, Barry L. Nelson, David M. Nicol, 4
th Edition, Pearson Education
Discrete – Event Simulation: A First Course – Lawrence M. Leemis, Stephen K. Park, Pearson
Education/ Prentice-Hall India, 2006.
Introduction to Computational Science: Modeling and Simulation for the Sciences, Angela B. Shiflet
& George W. Shiflet. Princeton University Press, 2006.
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Simulation, Ross, S., Academic Press, 2002,
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Theory of Gas Turbines-SYLLABUS
Introduction to Aircraft Propulsion, Jet engine performance parameters, Thrust, SFC, Efficiencies. Simple Turbojet and Reheat engines: Low and High bypass Turbofan engines. Single and Multi-spool Gas Turbine based propulsive devices. Real Cycle Thermodynamic Analysis. Ideal and Real Brayton cycles. Jet engine cycles for aircraft propulsion, Cycle components and component performance: Intake, Compressors & Turbines, Combustion chamber, Afterburner, Nozzle. Analysis of engine real cycles: Turbojet cycle, Reheat engine cycle, Turbofan engine cycle, Turboprop Engines. Advanced jet engine cycles: Variable cycle engines. Thermodynamics of Compressors and Turbines. Development of parameters for compressor and Turbines. Compressors and Turbines. Axial and centrifugal Compressors. 2-D cascade analysis; Loss and Blade performance estimation. Simple Free Vortex theory. Single and Multi-stage Axial compressor characteristics. Elements of centrifugal compressor. Inlet Duct; Impeller; Slip factor and Concept of Rothalpy. Centrifugal Compressor Characteristics: Surging and Choking. Axial and Radial flow turbines, Turbine stage: Turbine Blade 2- D (cascade) analysis; Work Done, Degree of Reaction, Losses and Efficiency. Multi-staging of Turbine. Turbine Cooling Technology. Radial Turbine Aerodynamics and Thermodynamics. Losses in radial turbine and efficiency. Combustion Systems. Introduction: Various types of combustion chambers in aircraft engines. Combustion Mechanism and Important Combustion parameters. Development of a practical combustion system and design parameters. Pressure losses; Combustion efficiency; Combustion intensity. Combustion Stability limits and Instability. Intakes and Propelling Nozzles. Subsonic Intakes, Transonic and Supersonic Intakes. Axi-symmetric and Assymmetric Intakes. Aircraft Intake design considerations. Nozzle design considerations: fixed and variable geometry nozzles. Engine Installed Performance, Sizing & Matching. Single Shaft Engine. Two-Shaft: Turbojet & Turboprop, Turbo-shaft Engines. Aircraft Engine component matching: Intake-Compressor matching; Turbine-Nozzle matching. Compressor -Turbine matching. References
1. Hill Philip, Peterson Carl, Mechanics and Thermodynamics of Propulsion, 1992, Addison Wesly.
2. Roy Bhaskar, Aircraft Propulsion, 2008, Elsevier (India). 3. El-Sayed Ahmed, Aircraft Propulsion and gas Turbine Engines , 2008, Taylor and Francis
(CRC press). 4. S. Farokhi. Aircraft Propulsion. John Wiley & Sons, 2009 5. Saravanamuttoo, H.I.H., Rogers G.F.C., Cohen H. Gas Turbine Theory, 2001, Pearson. 6. Oates Gordon C; Aerothermodynamics of Aircraft Engine Components, 1985, AIAA
Education Series. 7. J L Kererbrock, Aircraft Engine and Gas Turbine, MIT Press, 1991 8. Kerrebrock, J. L. Aircraft Engines and Gas Turbines. 2nd ed. MIT Press, 1992 9. Bathie, W. W., Fundamentals of Gas Turbines, 2nd Ed, John Wiley & Sons, 1992
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Theory of Structure-SYLLABUS
Introduction
Rolling Loads
Influence Lines
Influence Lines for Trussed Bridges
Direct and Bending Stresses
Dams and Retaining Walls
Deflection of Cantilevers and Beams
Deflection of Perfect Frames
Cables and Suspension Bridges
Three-hinged Arches
Propped Cantilevers and Beams
Fixed Beams
Theorem of Three Moments
Slope Deflection Method
Moment Distribution Method
Column Analogy Method
Two-hinged Arches
Forces in Redundant Frames
Columns and Struts
Plastic Theory
References :
1. Theory of Structures by RS Khurmi, S. Chand Co.
2. Theory of Structure by Arthur Morley, Rarebooksclub.com
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Thermodynamics & Heat Transfer –SYLLABUS
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Thermodynamics
First Law of Thermodynamics, Second Law of Thermodynamics, Analysis of Engines and
Refrigerators, Third Law of Thermodynamics, Entropy, Reversibility and Irreversibility
Material and Energy Balance
Facility as an Energy System, Methods for preparing Process Flow, Material and Energy
Balance Diagrams.
Gas Power Cycles
Air standard cycles-Otto-Diesel-Dual-Work output,Efficiency and MEP calculations – comparison of
the cycles for same compression ratio and heat addition,same compression ratio and heat
rejection,same peak pressure, peak temperature and heat rejection, same peak pressure and heat
input,same peak pressure and work output , Brayton cycle with intercooling, reheating and
regeneration.
Reciprocating Air Compressors & Refrigeration cycles
Single acting and double acting air compressors, work required, effect of clearance volume,
volumetric efficiency, isothermal efficiency, free air delivery, multistage compression, condition
for minimum work. Fundamentals of refrigeration, C.O.P., reversed carnot cycle, simple
vapour compression refrigeration system, T-S, P-H diagrams, simple vapour absorption
refrigeration system, desirable properties of an ideal refrigerant.
Conduction
Basic Concepts – Mechanism of Heat Transfer – Conduction, Convection and Radiation – General
Differential equation of Heat Conduction – Fourier Law of Conduction – Cartesian and
Cylindrical Coordinates – One Dimensional Steady State Heat Conduction – Conduction
through Plane Wall, Cylinders and Spherical systems – Composite Systems – Conduction with
Internal Heat Generation – Extended Surfaces – Unsteady Heat Conduction – Lumped Analysis –
Use of Heislers Chart.
Convection
Basic Concepts – Convective Heat Transfer Coefficients – Boundary Layer Concept – Types of
Convection – Forced Convection – Dimensional Analysis – External Flow – Flow over Plates,
Cylinders and Spheres – Internal Flow – Laminar and Turbulent Flow – Combined Laminar
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and Turbulent – Flow over Bank of tubes – Free Convection – Dimensional Analysis – Flow over
Vertical Plate, Horizontal Plate, Inclined Plate, Cylinders and Spheres.
Radiation
Basic Concepts, Laws of Radiation – Stefan Boltzman Law, Kirchoff Law –Black Body Radiation –
Grey body radiation Shape Factor Algebra – Electrical Analogy – Radiation Shields –
Introduction to Gas Radiation.
References :
1. R.K.Rajput “Applied Thermodynamics”, Laxmi Publishing Co.,New Delhi,2007
2. J.P. Holman “Heat Transfer”, Tata Mc Graw –Hill, 2003
3. P.K.Nag ”Basic and applied Thermodynamics” Tata McGraw –Hill Publishing Co. Ltd,New
Delhi,2004
4 P..K.Nag “ Heat Transfer”, Tata McGraw-Hill, New Delhi, 2002
5. C.P Kothandaraman “Fundamentals of Heat “
6. AHRI Fundamentals of HVAC/R authors : Carter Stanfield and David Skaves; Publisher: Prentice
Hall; ISBN-13:978-0-13-222367-6
7. Refrigeration & Air Conditioning Technology, sixth edition; Authors: Bill Whitman, Bill Johnson,
John Tomczyk, Eugene Silberstein; Publisher: Delmar; ISBN 1-4283-1936-0.
8. Heat and Thermodynamics by Ws. Zemansky, Philip-TMH
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Transport Phenomena-SYLLABUS
INTRODUCTION TO TRANSPORT PHENOMENA
FUNDAMENTALS OF FLUID FLOW
Constitutive Equations: Newton’s Law of Viscosity, Non-Newtonian Fluids, Shell Momentum
Balances and Velocity Distributions in Laminar Flow, Flow of non-Newtonian Fluids
ENERGY TRANSPORT
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Fourier’s Law of Heat Conduction, Shell Energy Balances and Temperature Distributions in
Solids and in Simple Laminar Flow
MASS TRANSPORT
Fick's Law of Binary Diffusion (Molecular Mass Transport), Temperature and Pressure
Dependence of Diffusivities, Mass Transfer Theories, Concentration Distributions in Solids and
in Laminar Flow
FLUID MECHANICS
Equation of Continuity and Navier-Stokes (NS) Equation, Flow through Conduits and Flow over
Submerged Objects, Boundary Layer Theory,
Basics of Turbulence and Turbulent Flows, Reynold’s Averaged NS Equations, Prandtl’s Mixing
Length, Universal Distribution Law, Turbulent Flow in Pipes
Multiphase Flow, Gas-Liquid Flows, Gas-Solid Flows, Ergun Equation
ENERGY AND COMPONENT MASS BALANCE EQUATIONS
Applications of the Energy and Component Mass Balance Equations, Interphase Transport and
Transfer Coefficients
UNSTEADY-STATE MACROSCOPIC BALANCES
For Momentum, Energy and Mass Transfer
SIMULTANEOUS MOMENTUM, HEAT AND MASS TRANSFER
References:
R. B. Bird, W. E. Stewart and E. N. Lightfoot, Transport Phenomena, 2nd Ed., Wiley, New York, 2002.
C. J. Geankoplis, Transport Processes and Separation Process Principles, 4th Ed., Prentice Hall,
Upper Saddle River, NJ, 2003.
W. M. Deen, Analysis of Transport Phenomena, Oxford University Press, New York, 1998.
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Turbulent Flows-SYLLABUS
Introduction to turbulence , Equations of fluid motion , Statistical description of turbulent flows ,
Mean-flow equations , Space and time scales of turbulent motion , Jets, wakes and boundary
layers, Coherent structures, Spectral dynamics, Homogeneous and isotropic turbulence , Two-
dimensional turbulence , Coherent structures, Vorticity dynamics, Intermittency, Modeling of
turbulent flows.
References
1. Tennekes, H. and Lumley, J. L., A First Course in Turbulence, MIT Press (1972).
2. Frisch, U., Turbulence, Cambridge Univ. Press (1996).
3. Davidson, P. A., Turbulence: An Introduction to Scientist and Engineers, Oxford Univ. Press
(2004).
4. Pope, S. B., Turbulent Flows, Cambridge Univ. Press (2000).
5. Mathieu, J. and Scott, J., An Introduction to Turbulent Flow, Cambridge Univ. Press (2000).
6. Lesieur, M., Turbulence in Fluids, 2nd ed., Springer (2008).
7. Monin, A. S. and Yaglom, A. M., Statistical Fluid Mechanics, Dover (2007).
8. McComb, W. D., The Physics of Fluid Turbulence, Oxford Univ. Press (1992).
__________________________________________________________________________ UNCONVENTIONAL HYDROCARBON RESOURCES-SYLLABUS
Introduction to Unconventional Energy Resources
• What are unconventional resources? • Where do they occur? • Economic significance of each • Technical, economic, political, and environmental constraints on development. Petroleum Systems (review) • Systematic approaches to resource assessment • Hydrocarbon origin • Hydrocarbon migration • Hydrocarbon entrapment Natural Fractures (review) • Importance in unconventional reservoirs • Origin, occurrence, and predictability • Fracture effects on HC storage, porosity, and permeability Permeability anisotropy Coning Breakthrough
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Boundaries
Low-permeability (Tight) Sands • Occurrences, resources, reservoir characteristics • Drilling and completion methods • Facilities, reservoir management, limitations on development, present activity
Coalbed Gas • Occurrences, resources, reservoir characteristics • Drilling and completion methods • Facilities, reservoir management, limitations on development, present activity • Water and environmental issues.
Shale Reservoirs (Gas and Oil) • Occurrences, resources, reservoir characteristics • Drilling and completion methods • Facilities, reservoir management, limitations on development, present activity • Water and environmental issues
Heavy Oil • Occurrences, resources, reservoir characteristics • Drilling and completion methods • Facilities, reservoir management, limitations on development, present activity • Environmental issues Gas Hydrates
• Occurrences, resources, reservoir characteristics • Recovery methods • Limitations on development, present activity • Environmental issues
Gas Storage • Types and locations of gas storage reservoirs • Technical issues and terminology • Gas storage volumes and economics
Other Unconventional Energy Resources and Issues That May be Addressed • Geothermal Energy • Coal – Conversion to Gas o Coal-to-gas o In-situ gasification. REFERENCES: •“Geologic Analysis of Naturally Fractured Reservoirs,” 2nd ed., Gulf Publishing Company, Boston, 2001. •“A Guide to Coalbed Methane Operations,” Gas Research Institute, GRI, Chicago, 1992. •“Hydrocarbons from Coal,” American Association of Petroleum Geologists Studies in Geology, Tulsa, 1993.
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•“Geology of Tight Gas Reservoirs,” American Association of Petroleum Geologists Studies in Geology, Tulsa, 1986. •“Gas Hydrate Resources of the United States,” U.S. Geological Survey, Denver. •“Underground Storage of Fluids,” Ulrick Books, Inc., Ann Arbor.
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Understanding Computer Science-SYLLABUS
Theory of Computer Science
Digital Logic
Computer organization & Architecture
Operating Systems
Practical Problem Solving & Programming
Programming & Data structures
Programming Languages
System Design
Theory of Computation
Algorithms
Databases
Information Systems & Software Engineering
Computer Networks
Web Technology
Applied Computer Sciences
Artificial Intelligence
IT Applications in Various Industries
Health, Safety and Environment
Employment & Training opportunities in Computer Sciences
Computer Science in 2030: Future Issues & Challenges
References :
1. Understanding Information and Computation: From Einstein to Web Science ( ) (eBook)
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By Dr Philip Tetlow , ISBN: 1409461564-BEEPB
2.The Fundamentals of Formal Science: An Understanding of Computer A
3. E- Study Guide for Understanding Operating Systems, Fifth Edition: Computer Science, Software
Engineering, ISBN: 1467247049-BEEPB
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Understanding Earth Sciences-Syllabus
Origin, Exterior and Interior of the Earth, Geological Work of Wind, River and Ocean.,
Introduction to Minerals, Introduction to Igneous, Sedimentary and Metamorphic Rocks,
Texture, Structure and Physical Properties of Sedimentary Rocks, Reservoir Rocks
Geological Time Scale and evolution with time, Diagenesis, Sedimentary Environment,
Stratigraphic Principles, Litho-Stratigraphy, Bio-Stratigraphy, Chrono-Stratigraphy,
Introduction to Paleontology, Fossils, Fossilization and its Importance.
Geometry, Mechanism and Classification of Folds, Faults and Joints, Surface & Subsurface
Analysis; Contour Map, Isopach Maps, Facie Maps, Cross – Sections; Structural,
Stratigraphic Cross Section.
Organic and Inorganic Theory for Origin of Petroleum, Primary and Secondary Migration,
Factors Controlling Accumulation, Fundamental Trapping Mechanism, Structural Trap,
Strati-Graphic Trap, Unconformity Traps. Remote Sensing, Geochemical Methods,
Geophysical Methods ; Magnetic, Gravity and Seismic.
References:
1. Mukherjee P K , A Textbook of Geology, World Press
2. Mahapatra G B, A Textbook of Geology, CBS Publishers
3. Billings M P, Structural Geology
4. Telford,W.M., Sheriff, Guldart, Applied Geophysics:
5. Lillesand, Kiefer, Chapman, Remote Sensing & Image Interpretation, Wiley publisher
6. Burrough P A and McDonnell, Principles of Geographical Informations Systems, Oxford
publisher
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Understanding General Management-Syllabus
Introduction - Nature, function, definition and importance of management, Definition,
nature, purpose and scope of management, Functions of a manager, an overview of
planning, organizing, staffing leading and controlling. Is management a science or art?
Development of Management Thought - Scientific management; Contribution of Taylor,
Fayol, Mary Follet, Elton Mayo; Hawthorne experiments, Contingency approach, Indian
heritage in production and consumption. Management and administration, Management
as a profession, Professionalism of management in India, Management ethics and
management culture, Skills required of manager, Classification of skills, Methods of skills
development
Management Planning - Concept of planning, objectives, Nature, Types of plan, Stages
involved in planning, Characteristics of a good plan, Importance, Limitations of planning,
Making planning effective, Strategic planning in Indian Industry, MBO. Decision Making -
Concept, characteristics of decisions, Types of decisions, Steps Involved in decision making,
Importance of decision making, Methods of decision making, Committee Decision Making.
Organisation - Concepts, Principle of organization, Importance, Features of good
organization structure, Types of Organisation structure. Authority, Responsibilities and
Accountability, Delegation of Authority Barriers to effective delegation, Span of control.
Coordination & Direction Concept - Importance and need for coordination, Principles of
coordination, Methods of achieving effective coordination; Meaning of direction,
Importance and Principles of direction, Characteristics of good directives.
Control - Concept, planning-control relationship, process of control -setting objectives,
establishing standards, measuring performance, correcting deviations. Brief review of
Traditional Techniques & Modern Techniques of Control; Human response to control;
Dimensions or Types of Control - (a) Feed forward control (b) Concurrent Control (Real
Time Information & Control), (c) Feedback Control v) Techniques of Control.
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References:
1. Essentials of Management, Harold Koontz & Heinz, Weihrich, 5th Tata McGraw Hill
2. Management Stoner, Freeman, Gilbert Jr. ,6th ,Prentice Hall
3. Fundamentals of Management, Robins ,3rd Pearson Education Asia
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Understanding HSE-SYLLABUS
Introduction to Health, Safety and Environmental (HSE)
OHSA Guidelines
Health, Safety and Environment (HSE) Policies in India
Health, Safety and Environmental (HSE) Management System
Policy Initiatives and Developments in HSE Culture
Human Factor in HSE
Ergonomics
Environment, Health and Safety legislation
Hazard Identification and Preventions
Transportation Hazards
Accident Investigation and Analysis
Occupational Health and Hygiene
Industrial Hazard and Equipment Hazard
Chemical Hazard
Community Hazards
Hazards in Construction and Demolition
First-Aid
Technology Development in HSE and HSE in Future
Risk Analysis and Management
Employment Opportunity, Environment Health, Safety
Awareness and Training
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References :
1 Osha.gov
2 Effective Environmental, Health, and Safety Management Using the Team Approach, Bill
Taylor,John Wiley & Son
3 Environmental Health and Safety, Herman Koren, Pergamon Press
4 Handbook of environmental health and safety: principles and practices, Herman Koren, Lewis
Publishers
5 Environmental, Health and Safety Auditing Handbook [Hardcover] , L. Lee Harrison
6 Industrial Safety Health and Environment Management Systems, R K Jain, ISBN 8174092102
7 http://ehs.unc.edu/manuals/ehsmanual/
8 http://labour.nic.in/content/innerpage/environment-at-work-place.php
9
http://www.ilo.org/wcmsp5/groups/public/@ed_dialogue/@actrav/documents/publication/wcms
_111413.pdf
10 Management Information System for Industrial Safety Health & Environment, U K Chakrabarty
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Understanding Infrastructure -SYLLABUS
Introduction to Urbanisation
Urban Infrastructure in India
Urban Governance and Legislation
Rural Infrastructure and Governance
Public Investment and Policy Initiatives in Infrastructure
Public Private Partnership in Urban Infrastructure
Resources Mobilization and Service Delivery
Infrastructure Pricing
Structural Infrastructure and analysis of sectoral developments
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Road and Rail Infrastructure
Power Infrastructure
Oil & Gas Infrastructure
Water and Sanitation Infrastructure
Communication Infrastructure
Aviation Infrastructure
Environmental Infrastructure
Technology Development and Infrastructure
Employment Opportunities in Infrastructure
Performance Evaluation of Urban and Rural Infrastructure
Infrastructure to 2030
References :
1. Urban Infrastructure in Small & Medium Towns by SS Dhaliwal
2. Urban Infrastructure : An Introduction by Sekhar, ICFAI, ISBN 8178815524
3. Urban Infrastructure by K Wellman, Marcus Spiller, John Wiley & Sons, ISBN 111840162X-BEEPB
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Understanding Logistics & Supply Chain Management-SYLLABUS
Introduction to Logistics and Supply Chain Management
Logistics and Supply Chain Management in India
Logistics and Supply Chain Measures
Inventory Planning & Management
Transportation
Warehouse Management
3PLs & 4PLs
Organizational Structure for Global Logistics
References :
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1. Textbook of Logistics & Supply Chain Management by DK Agrawal, MacmIllan, EAN
9781403909954
2. Logistics & Supply Chain Management by Anurag Saxena, Jaico Publishing House, ISBN
8179927288
3. Supply Chain Logistics Management, TATA Mc Graw Hill, ISBN 0070611882
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Understanding Natural Gas Business-SYLLABUS
Natural Gas Economics
Worldwide Natural Gas Economics, India's Energy Scenario and Natural Gas, Role of Natural Gas in
India's Energy Basket, Natural Gas Strategy, Natural Gas Deposits and Technical
Development
Natural Gas Regulatory Framework
Drivers of Natural Gas Demand, Regulatory Issues in Pipelines, Regulatory and Legal Issues , NG
Tariffs, Exclusivity and Authorizations
Natural Gas Marketing
Introduction to Natural Gas Marketing, LNG Markets, CNG Markets, Structure and Nature
of Gas Markets, Inter Fuel Competition and Pricing of Gas
Natural Gas Trading and Contracts
Fundamentals of Natural Gas Trading , Natural Gas Trading
References :
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1. Understanding Todays Natural Gas Business by Bob Shively, John Ferrare, ISBN 0974174408
2. Handbook of Natural Gas Technology & Business by Parag Diwan, Ashutosh Karnatak, Pentagon
Press, ISBN 8182744369
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Understanding Oil & Gas Business-SYLLABUS
Basic Concepts
The Micro-System
The Exploration of Oil
Oilfield Processing
Gas Processing
Petroleum Refining
Petrochemical Industry
Transportation of Oil, Gas and Products
Health, Safety and Environment
IT Applications in Hydrocarbon Industry
Economics and Technology Trends
References :
1. Introduction to the Global Oil & Gas Business by Vactor, PW, ISBN 1593702140
2. The Global Oil & Gas Industry by Inkpen, ISBN 1593702396
3. Oil & Gas by Neil Morris, Smart Apple Media, ISBN 1583406328
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Understanding Port & Shipping Business-SYLLABUS
Fundamentals of Maritime, Port & Shipping Sector in India
Economics of Maritime, Port & Shipping
Business Drivers of Maritime Transportation, Ports Viability & Shipping Practices in market
Containerization and Container Management
Supply Chain in the Maritime, Port & Shipping Industry
Environmental concerns, legislation & regulations and Disaster Management
Information Technology in Maritime, Ports & Shipping
References :
1. Maritime India : Ports & Shipping by Animesh Ray, Munshiram Manoharlal Publishers Pvt Ltd,
ISBN 8121506913
2. Business of Shipping by Lane Kandell, james Buckley, Tidewater Publications, ISBN 0870334549
3. Shipping & Ports in the 21st Century by Brian Slack, David Pinder, Taylor & Francis Group, ISBN
0203571193-BEPDF
4. Ships in Ports by Lewis Smith, Nabu Press, ISBN 1172204594
5. Shipping Business & Maritime economics by J. McConville, Glenys Rickaby
6. Global Port Business, Roger, Stanislas; Crisell, Michaela[ed.], Euromoney Publications Plc.
7. Maritime Economics; Martin Stopford
8. The Handbook of Maritime Economics & Business; Editor: Professor Costas Th. Grammenos; 978
1 84311 901 2
9. Commercial Shipping Handbook, 2nd Edition; Peter Brodie; 978 1 84311 531 1
10. Shipping and Logistics Management ; Y.H.V. Lun, K.-H. Lai, T.C.E.Cheng
11. Svein Kristiansen, Maritime Transportation: Safety Management & Risk Analysis, Butterworth
Heinemann, USA
12. Risk Management in Port Operations, Logistics & Supply Chain Security; Lloyd’s Practical
Shipping Guides; Khalid Bichou, Michael G H Bell & Andrew Evans; 978 1 84311 655 4
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13. Shipping and the Environment, 2nd Edition ; Lloyd’s Shipping Law Library; Colin de la Rue,
Charles B Anderson;978 1 84311 323 2
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Understanding Power Industry-SYLLABUS
Power Generation
Power Scenario in India, Power Demand
Power Transmission
Overview of Power Transmission Structure
HVDC
Power Distribution
Distribution Systems
Metering, Billing and Revenue Collection
References :
1. Electrical Power Systems for Industrial Plants by Kamalesh Das, Jaico Publishing House, EAN
9788179927212
2. understanding Electric Power Systems by Frank Delea, Jack Casazza, John Wiley & Dons Incl,
ISBN 0470588462-BEPDF
3. Electric Power : An Industry at Crossroads by Milton A Chase, Pragear Publishers, ISBN
0275929272
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Viscous Flows-SYLLABUS
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Study of the Navier-Stokes equations; Stokes' problems; creeping flows; internal and
external flows; similarity and integral methods in boundary layer flows, stability and
transition to turbulence.
Introduction; fluid properties
Velocity and stress fields
Continuity; Euler’s equation; N-S and vorticity equations
Exact solutions; Stokes’ problems
Exact solutions; Poiseuille and Couette flows
More exact solutions; inclined plane, immiscible flows
Creeping flows
Viscous particle motion
Similarity; viscous stagnation flows
Boundary layer theory; flow separation
Integral methods; Karman integral relation
Thwaite’s method, Transition to turbulence; topics in stability analysis
Reynolds’ averaging; closure models; mixing length theories
Introduction to computational methods
Implementation of computational methods (finite volumes/differences)
Boundary Layer Theory by Schlichting and Gersten.
Physics aspects of viscous flows.
Governing viscous flow models and some analytical solutions thereof.
Randtl’s laminar boundary layer equations are then derived, followed by the analysis of the
boundary layer over a flat plate. Approximate ,integral, and numerical solutions of the
boundary layer equations are discussed.
estimate the laminar flow separation location.
the transition of the boundary layer from laminar to turbulent,
the turbulent boundary equations,
turbulence modeling in boundary layers.
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References :
1. White, F.M., "Viscous Fluid Flow", McGrawHill, 1991.
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ELEG 407 VLSI DESIGN L T P
3 0 0
INTRODUCTION TO MOS TECHNOLOGY
SSI, MSI, LSI VLSI, ULSI and GSI, VLSI Design flow, Moore’s Law, Y-Chart, Basic MOS transistors,
Enhancement Mode transistor action, Depletion Mode transistor action, Id- Vds relationship,
Transfer characteristics, PMOS, NMOS and CMOS fabrication processes, n-well, p-well, twin
tub, BICMOS processes, problems latch up condition and prevention.
BASIC ELECTRICAL PROPERTIES OF MOS CIRCUITS
nMOS inverter, Pull up to Pull-down ratio for a NMOS Inverter and CMOS Inverter (Bn/Bp),
MOS transistor circuit Model, Noise Margin, MOS Scaling and parameters.
CMOS LOGIC CIRCUITS RELIZATION
Logic realization using NMOS, PMOS and CMOS, (W/L) ration, The inverter, Combinational
Logic design, Sequential logic design, Memory latches and registers, Transmission Gate and
logic realization, Programmable logic devices, PLDs, PAL, PLA, PROM and logic realization.
LAYOUT DESIGN
Micron rules, Lambeda Based design, lay out design of Combinational and Sequential Logic
RAM, ROM, PLA Decoder, MUX, 4-bit Adder, Comparator, Combinational and Sequential Logic.
Stick diagram.
HDL DESIGN
VHDL, Modeling, Combinational and sequential circuits design using VHDL,Test bench.
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WATER RESOURCES ENGINEERING-SYLLABUS
Hydrology : Hydrologic Cycle. Water Budget Equation, Hydrologic system, Precipitation :
Types, measurements and analysis, error in estimation, missing data, consistency of rainfall
records, Intensity during frequency (IDF) and probabilitic maximum Precipitation (PMP)
curves. Evaporation and consumptive use: Process affecting factors, estimation and
measurement techniques. Infiltration : Process affecting factors, measurement and
estimation, Infiltration Indices.
Surface Runoff: Components and factors affecting runoff, methods of estimation of runoff
volume and peak runoff, rating curve, Rainfall . runoff relationships Hydrograph analysis:
components, factors affecting hydrographs, base flow separation, Direct Runoff
Hydrograph, Unit Hydrograph: Theory and assumptions. Derivation of Unit Hydrograph,
Synthetic Unit Hydrograph Introduction to computer models for rainfall runoff analysis.
Irrigation: Developments in India, Necessity and types Advantages & disadvantages of
irrigation. Functions of water in plant growth, Methods of Irrigation, Water requirement of
crops. Irrigation frequency, Irrigation efficiencies, Principal crops and crop season, crop
rotation. Canal irrigation: Classes and alignment, Parts of a canal system, Commanded
area, curves in channels, channel losses.
Sediment Transportation: Suspended and Bed load and its estimation Irrigation channels:
Types: lined and unlined, silt theories: Kennedy.s and Lacey.s Design procedure for
irrigation channels, Longitudinal cross section, Schedule of area statistics and channel
dimensions, use of Garret’s Diagrams in channel design, cross sections of an Irrigation
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channel, Computer programes for design of channels Lining of Irrigation Canals:
Advantages and types, factors for selection of a particular type, design of lined channels,
cross section of lined channels, Economics of canal lining, Water Logging: Definition,
effects, causes and anti-water logging measures, Drainage of water logged land, Types of
drains open and closed, spacing of closed drains.
Regulation and control of canal system: Purpose, Types of canal regulation works and their
functional aspects
Irrigation Outlets: Requirements, types, non-modular, semi-module and rigid module,
selection criterion River Training: Objective and need, classification of rivers, and river
training works, meandering, stages, methods of river training, bank protection, Methods
for measurement of discharge.
Ground Water Hydrology: Zones of underground water, Aquifers and their types,
important terms, Determination of discharge through unconfined and confined aquifers
with steady flow conditions, Interference among wells, determination of aquifer constants,
Well loss and specific capacity, efficiency of a well, types of water wells, bored and open
wells, specific yield of a well, Relative merits of well and canal irrigation, type of tube wells,
well surrounding and well development, Suitable site selection for a tube well, Types of
open wells, Methods of lifting water. Infiltration galleries.
References :
1. Irrigation Engg. and Hydraulic Structures by S.K. Garg, Khanna Publishers.
2. Irrigation and water Power engineering by B.C. Punmia, Laxmi Publications.
3. Engineering Hydrology by K. Subramanya, TMH.
4. Irrigation Water Power and Water Resource Engg. by K.R. Arrora.
References
5. Water Resources Engg. By Larry W. Mays, John Wiley India
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6. Water resources Engg. By Wurbs and James, John wiley India
7. Water Resources Engg. By R. K. Linsley, McGraw Hill
8. Irrigation and water Resources Engg. By G L Asawa, New age International
Publishers
9. Irrigation Theory and practices by A.M. Michel.
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Well Log Analysis & Well Testing-SYLLABUS
Open Hole Logging
Basic Concepts
General Purpose Logging
Resistivity Logs
Porosity Logs
Special Logging Services
Introduction to Advanced Logging Techniques
Well Seismic Techniques
Horizontal Well Evaluation
Processing and Interpretation of Logging Data
References :
1. Well Test Design & Analysis by George Stewart, Pennwell Books, ISBN 1593702310
2. Geological Well Log Analysis by SJ Pirson, Gulf Publishing Co., ISBN 0872019020
3. Advances in Well Test Analysis by Jr Earlougher RC, Society of Petroleum Engineers, ISBN
0895202042
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Wireless Networks-SYLLABUS
PHYSICAL AND WIRELESS MAC LAYER ALTERNATIVES:
Wired transmission techniques: design of wireless modems, power efficiency, out of band
radiation, applied wireless transmission techniques, short distance base band transmission, VWB
pulse transmission, broad Modems for higher speeds, diversity and smart receiving techniques,
random access for data oriented networks, integration of voice and data traffic.
WIRELESS NETWORK PLANNING AND OPERATION:
Wireless networks topologies, cellular topology, cell fundamentals signal to interference ratio
calculation, capacity expansion techniques, cell splitting, use of directional antennas for cell
sectoring, micro cell method, overload cells, channels allocation techniques and capacity
expansion FCA, channel borrowing techniques, DCA, mobility management, radio resources and
power management securities in wireless networks.
WIRELESS WAN:
Mechanism to support a mobile environment, communication in the infrastructure, IS-95 CDMA
forward channel, IS – 95 CDMA reverse channel, pallert and frame formats in IS – 95, IMT – 2000;
forward channel in W-CDMA and CDMA 2000, reverse channels in W-CDMA and CDMA-2000,
GPRS and higher data rates, short messaging service in GPRS mobile application protocols.
WIRELESS LAN:
Historical overviews of the LAN industry, evolution of the WLAN industry, wireless home
networking, IEEE 802.11. The PHY Layer, MAC Layer, wireless ATM, HYPER LAN, HYPER LAN – 2.
WPAN ANDGEOLOCATION SYSTEMS:
IEEE 802.15 WPAN, Home RF, Bluetooth, interface between Bluetooth and 802.11, wireless
geolocation technologies for wireless geolocation, geolocation standards for E.911 service.
References :
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1. Kaveh Pahlavan, Prashant Krishnamoorthy, Principles of Wireless Networks, - A united approach
- Pearson Education, 2002.
2.. Jochen Schiller, Mobile Communications, Person Education – 2003, 2nd Edn.
3. X.Wang and H.V.Poor, Wireless Communication Systems, Pearson education, 2004.
4. M.Mallick, Mobile and Wireless design essentials, Wiley Publishing Inc. 2003
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