Production & B. Tech. Production and Industrial Engg. Curriculum & Syllabus

SCHOOL OF MECHANICAL AND BUILDING SCIENCES
CURRICULUM
B. Tech. PRODUCTION AND INDUSTRIAL ENGINEERING
Breakup of Courses
Sl. No Category
1
University Core
2
University Elective
3
Programme Core
4
Programme Elective
Minimum Total Number of Credits
Total number of Credits

33
6
128
15
182
Breakup of Category
Category
Engineering
Humanities
Management
Sciences
Sub Total
University Elective
Co/Extra-Curricular
Activity
TOTAL
Number of Credits
121
14
12
27
174
6
%
69.5
8.0
7.0
15.5
Recommended %
64
8
8
20
100
100
2
182
CURRICULUM
University Core
Course
Course Title
Code
Category
Version
Course
Prerequisite
ENG101
English for Engineers I
Humanities
1.0
ENG102
English for Engineers II
Humanities
1.0
VIT EPT
(or)
ENG001
ENG101
CHY101
Engineering Chemistry
Science
1.0
CHY104
Environmental Studies
Science
1.0
Foreign Language
Humanities
1.0
Science
1.0
FRE101/
GER101/
JAP101/
CHI101
MAT101
Multivariable Calculus and Differential

Equations
ITE101
Problem Solving Using C
Engineering
1.0
PHY101
Modern Physics
Science
1.0
HUM121
Ethics and Values
Management
1.0
MEE498
Comprehensive Examination
Engineering
1.0
XXX497
Co/Extra-Curricular Activity
1.0
33
University Electives
Course Title
University Elective - I
University Elective - II
3
6
Programme Core
Course
Code
MAT104
MAT105
MEE107
MEE108
Probability and Statistics
Science
1.0
MAT101
Science
1.0
MAT101
Engineering
1.0
Engineering
1.0
MEE107
-
Differential and Difference

Equations
Engineering Drawing I
Engineering Drawing II
Category
Version
Course
Prerequisite
Course Title
MEE102
Workshop Practice I
Engineering
1.0
MEE104
Workshop Practice II
Basic Electrical & Electronics
Engineering
Material Science and Metallurgy
Engineering
1.0
MEE102
Engineering
1.0
Science
1.0
MEE108
EEE101
MEE109
MEE207
Computer Aided Machine Drawing
Engineering
1.0
MEE245
Theory of Metal Joining
Engineering
1.0
MEE246
Theory of Metal Casting
Engineering
1.0
MEE247
Theory of Metal Cutting
Engineering
1.0
MEE104
Engineering
1.0
Engineering
1.0
MEE247
MEE109
MEE248
MEE386
Mechanics of Solids and Fluids

CNC Machines and Programming
2
3
1
0
2
2
4
4
Engineering
Engineering
1.0
Engineering
1.0
Management
1.0
MEE307
Theory of Metal Forming

Thermodynamics and Heat
Transfer
Engineering Metrology
Industrial Engineering and
Management
CAD/CAM
1.0
Engineering
1.0
MEE207
MEE432
Tool Design
Engineering
1.0
MEE247
MEE249
MEE250
MEE251
MEE308
MEE252
Simulation Modeling And Analysis
Engineering
1.0
MEE387
Manufacturing Automation
Engineering
1.0
MAT104
MEE245 &
MEE246
Engineering
1.0
MEE248
Engineering
1.0
MAT104
Engineering
1.0
MAT104
Management
1.0
MAT104
Engineering
1.0
MEE308
1.0
MEE437
1.0
MEE308
MEE354
MEE253
MEE254
MEE437
MEE434
Kinematics and Dynamics of

Machines
Reliability, Maintenance and
Safety Engineering
Statistical Quality Control
Operations Research
Production Planning and Control
2
3
1
0
0
0
3
3
MEE446
Optimization Techniques
MEE447
Total Quality Management
Engineering
Management
MEE255
Industrial Economics
Management
1.0
MEE399
Industrial Internship
Engineering
1.0
MEE256
Industrial Engineering Project
Engineering
1.0
Humanities
Engineering
1.0
HUM101
MEE499
Psychology and Sociology

Project Work
3
-
0
-
0
-
3
20
1.0
MEE 387
Programme Electives (Credits to be earned: 15)

Course
Code
Course Title
Category
Version
MEE338
Design of Composite Materials
Engineering
1.0
MEE109
MEE388
Advanced Metal Forming
Engineering
1.0
MEE249
MEE448
Project Management and

Control
Management
1.0
MEE308
MEE350
Facilities and Process Planning
Engineering
1.0
MEE308
MEE389
Micro and Nano Machining
Engineering
1.0
MEE247
Engineering
1.0
MEE246 &
MEE249
Engineering
1.0
MEE247
Engineering
1.0
MEE308 &
MEE447
MEE308 &
MEE434
MEE351
MEE390
MEE449
Rapid Manufacturing
Technologies
Design of Machine Tool
Structure
Advanced Manufacturing
Management
Course
Prerequisite
MEE450
Enterprise Resource Planning
Engineering
1.0
MEE213
Robotics
Engineering
1.0
MEE451
Agile Manufacturing
Engineering
1.0
Management
MEE434 &
MEE447
MEE308 &
MEE437
Engineering
Engineering
MEE452
MEE435
MEE340
Logistics & Supply Chain

Management
Lean Enterprises and New
Manufacturing Technology
Product Design for
Manufacturing
1.0
1.0
1.0
MEE308
MEE245,
MEE246 &
MEE247
MEE107
Pre requisite
Objectives
Expected
Outcomes
ENGINEERING DRAWING I
1. To create awareness and emphasize the need for Engineering Graphics in

all the branches of engineering.
2. To follow basic drawing standards and conventions.
3. To develop skills in three-dimensional visualization of engineering
component.
1. On completion of this course, the students will be able to Prepare
drawings as per standards (BIS).
2. Solve specific geometrical problems in plane geometry involving lines,
plane figures and special Curves.
3. Produce orthographic projection of engineering components working
from pictorial drawings.
Unit I
Introduction to Engineering Drawing: Principles of Engineering Graphics and their
Significance, Drawing Instruments and their Use, Dimensioning principles, Conventions in
Drawing
Curves Used in Engineering Practice & their Constructions:
Conic Sections including the Rectangular Hyperbola- General method only.
Unit II
Drawing of Projections or Views: Principles of Orthographic Projections, Conventions,
Projection of Points in all quadrants and Projection of Lines (first angle projection) inclined
to both planes, True lengths, Traces.
Unit III
Projections of Planes: Projections of regular Planes in simple position, inclined to both the
planes, Auxiliary planes and views
Unit IV
Projection of Solids: Projection of Solids in simple position, inclined to both the planes,
Auxiliary views.
Unit V
Sections and Sectional Views: Right Regular Solids- Prism, Cylinder, Pyramid, Cone.
Auxiliary views for true shape of sections.
Text Books
1. Engineering Drawing, N.D. Bhat / Charotar.
2. Engineering Drawing and Graphics, Venugopal K, New Age International.
References
1. Engineering drawing- P.J. Shah. / S. Chand.
2. Engineering Drawing- Narayana and Kannaiah / Scitech Publishers.
3. Engineering Drawing- Johle / Tata Mc Graw Hill
Mode of
Evaluation
MEE108
Pre requisite
Objectives
ENGINEERING DRAWING II
MEE107
1. To prepare sectional views of solids.
2. To draw the development of surfaces and estimate the sheet metal
requirement.
3. To develop skills in three-dimensional visualization of engineering
components.
4. To provide students with the basic knowledge and skills in producing
Engineering Graphics and with the capability to read and interpret
engineering drawings.
5. To develop an understanding of solid modelling using the SolidWorks
software.
Expected
1. On completion of this course, the students will be able to Prepare
sectional views of solids.
Outcomes
2. Estimate the sheet metal requirement for fabrication.
3. Draw isometric drawings of combined solids and simple components.
4. Prepare solid modelling of machine components using the Solidworks
software.
Unit I
Introduction to CAD
Practice of some figures using CAD
Unit II
Development and Interpenetration of Solids
Development of Surfaces of Right Regular Solids- Prisms, Cylinder, Pyramid, Cone and their
parts.
Unit III
Transformation of Projections
Conversion of Isometric Views to Orthographic views, Conventions.
Unit IV
Isometric Projections
Principles of Isometric Projection, Isometric scale, Isometric views, Isometric Projection of
Objects.
Unit V
Perspective Projections
Perspective View- Points, Lines, Plane Figures and Simple Solids. Vanishing Point Methods
(General Method only).
Text Books
1. Engineering Drawing, N.D. Bhat / Charotar.
2. Engineering Drawing and Graphics, Venugopal / Newage International.
References
1. Engineering drawing- P.J. Shah. / S. Chand.
2. Engineering Drawing- Narayana and Kannaiah / Scitech Publishers.
3. Engineering Drawing- Johle / Tata Mcgraw Hill.
Mode of
Quiz/Assignment/ Seminar/Written Examination
Evaluation
Note: 50 % Manual Practice and 50% CAD Practice
MEE102
Pre requisite
Objectives
WORKSHOP PRACTICE-I
1. To train the students in metal joining process like welding, soldering, etc.
2. To impart skill in fabricating simple components using sheet metal.
3. To cultivate safety aspects in handling of tools and equipment.
Expected
On completion of this course, the students will be able to
Outcomes
1. Welding and soldering operations.
2. Fabrication of simple sheet metal parts.
Unit I
Welding Shop
1. Instruction of BI standards and reading of welding drawings.
2. Butt Joint
3. Lap Joint
4. TIG Welding
5. MIG Welding
Unit II
Sheet Metal Shop
1. Making of Cube
2. Making of Cone using development of surface.
3. Making of control panel using development of surface.
Unit III
Soldering Shop
1. Soldering and desoldering of Resistor in PCB.
2. Soldering and desoldering of IC in PCB.
3. Soldering and desoldering of Capacitor in PCB.
Unit IV
Bosch Tools
Demonstration of all BOSCH TOOLS
Text Books
Workshop Manual prepared by VIT staff
Mode of
Tutorials / Class Tests / Lab Exam
Evaluation
MEE104
Pre requisite
Objectives
WORKSHOP PRACTICE - II
0 0 2 1
MEE102
1. To train the students in safety handling of tools, equipment and
machineries.
2. To carry out exercise in metal removal process by using drilling and
lathe machines.
3. To train students in plumbing operation and techniques.
4. To expose the student in house wiring.
5. To train students in basic carpentry exercise using modern Bosch Tools.
Expected
On completion of this course, the students will be able to
Outcomes
1. Basic operation in drilling and lathe.
2. Plumbing and simple house wiring.
3. Basic wooden components
Unit I
Machine Shop
1. Drilling and Countersinking using Drilling machine
2. Drilling and Tapping
3. Lathe Exercise - Facing operation
4. Lathe Exercise - Straight turning and Chamfering
Unit II
Plumbing Shop
1. L Joint
2. T - Joint
Unit III
House Wiring Shop
1. Single point wiring
2. Staircase wiring
Unit IV
Bosch Tools Exercises
1. Planning & Polishing operation
2. Sawing operation
3. Profile cutting
4. Making of rectangular slot
Text Books
Workshop Manual prepared by VIT staff
Mode of
Tutorials / Class Tests / Lab Exam
Evaluation
BASIC ELECTRICAL AND ELECTRONICS

3 0 2 4
ENGINEERING
Pre requisite
Knowledge in +2 level physics
Objectives
To impart knowledge on the working principles in electrical and electronics
engineering
Expected
The students will gain knowledge in the underlying principle of electrical
Outcomes
and electronics engineering
Unit I
Elementary Circuit Analysis
Ohm's Law, KCL, KVL, Node Voltage Analysis, Mesh Current, Thevenin's & Norton's
Equivalent, Maximum Power Transfer and Superposition Theorem, VI characteristics for
capacitors and inductors.
Unit II
Analysis of DC & AC circuits
Steady state DC analysis, Introduction to AC circuits and concept of phasors for constant
frequency sinusoidal sources. Steady State AC analysis of a series circuit, series and parallel
combinations of complex impedances, AC power calculations.- single phase and three phase
systems.
Unit III
Digital Systems
Basic Logic Circuit Concepts, Representation of Numerical Data in Binary FormCombinatorial Logic Circuits, Synthesis of Logic Circuits, Computer Organization, Memory
Types
Unit IV
Power Semiconductor devices
Operating mechanism of power devices including diodes, Zener diode BJTs, MOSFETs,
IGBTs, forward and reverse characteristics, Break down characteristics and their
applications.
Unit V
Electromechanics
Magnetic Fields and Circuits, Self and Mutual Inductance, Ideal and Real Transformers.
Principles of Rotating Machines- DC Machines, 3-phase Induction Motors, Synchronous
Machines.
Text Books
1.
Allan R. Hambley Electrical Engineering-Principles & Applications by, Pearson
Education, First Impression, 2008.
2.
Basic Electrical Engineering second edition by Kothari D. P and Nagrath I. J., Tata
MacGraw Hills, 2002.
3.
Theory and Problem of Basic Electrical Engineering by Kothari D. P and Nagrath. I.
J. Prentice Hall of India New Delhi - 1998.
4.
R. A. DeCarlo and Pen-Min Lin, 'Linear Circuit Analysis', 2/e, Oxford University
Press, New Delhi, 2001.
5.
5. Batarseh, Power Electronics Circuits, Wiley, 2003.
References
1.
W. H. Hayt, J.E. Kemmerly and S. M. Durbin, 'Engineering Circuit Analysis', 6/e,
Tata McGraw Hill, New Delhi, 2002.
2.
2. A. Ramakalyan, 'Linear Circuits', Oxford University Press, New Delhi, 2005.
Mode of
Sessional Written CAT- I & II , Quizzes, Assignments/ other tests, Final Evaluation
Written Term End Examination (TEM)
EEE101
MEE109
Pre requisite
Objectives
Expected
Outcomes
MATERIAL SCIENCE AND METALLURGY
1. To provide the basic knowledge needed to explore the discipline of

materials science and engineering.
2. To develop the knowledge of how the structure of materials is described
technically, including crystallography, microstructure, defects, and phase
diagrams.
3. To develop the knowledge of how the properties of materials are
described technically and how material failure is analyzed.
4. To introduce the concepts of structure-property relationships.
5. To develop knowledge in various class of materials and their
applications.
Student will be able to
1. Understand how materials are formed and their classification based on
atomic arrangement.
2. Describe the mechanical behaviour of metallic systems and its
importance.
3. Evaluate system for fatigue failures.
4. Gain knowledge on different class of materials and their applications.
5. Evaluate the failure mode of the materials and to know the steps to be
taken to prevent the failures.
Unit-I
Engineering materials: classification, requirements, properties and selection of engineering
materials. Crystal structure; crystal systems, atomic packing, stacking sequence, Miller
indices of crystallographic planes and directions, inter planar spacing- BCC, FCC and HCP
systems, X-ray diffraction, Crystal imperfections; point defects, line defects- edge and screw
dislocations, interaction between dislocations, Frank-Reed source, surface defects, volume
defects. Experimental techniques for metallographic studies, optical microscopy, electron
microscopy (SEM and TEM), specimen preparation, etching, common etchants, grain size,
grain size measurement, ASTM grain size number
Unit II
Solidification of metals- cooling curves, nucleation-homogeneous and heterogeneous
nucleation, supercooling, critical radius-grain growth, dendritic pattern, equiaxed and
columnar grains, grain boundary-grain boundary effects-solidification and structure of
castings-coring, homogenization. Alloys- solid solutions-interstitial, substitutional ordered
and disordered solid solutions, Hume-Rothery rules, intermetallic compounds, phase
diagrams; -construction from cooling curves, lever rule- equilibrium diagrams of binary
alloys, isomorphous (Cu-Ni), Eutectic (Bi-Cd, Pb-Sn) detailed study of Fe-C
systems.Diffusion; mechanisms of diffusion-Fick's laws of diffusion-applications
Unit III
Deformation of metals; cold working, hot working, annealing of a cold worked articlerecovery, recrystallisation and grain growth, elastic and plastic deformations;mechanisms of
plastic deformation, deformation by slip- slip systems- slip planes and slip directions, critical
resolved shear stress-deformation by twinning. Strengthening mechanisms; work hardening,
solid solution hardening, dispersion hardening, precipitation hardening, grain boundary
strengthening.
Unit IV
Heat treatment of steels; stress relieving, annealing, normalising, hardening, TTT diagram,
tempering, hardenability, Jominy test. Surface hardening; flame hardening, induction
hardening, Case hardening; carburising, nitriding, cyaniding, etc.. Metallic Coatings, hard
facing, metal cladding, anodising, diffusion coatings.
Unit V
Ferrous alloys; steels-alloy steels, tool steels, stainless steels, effect of alloying elements on
properties of steels, cast irons-classification, structure, properties, applications Non-ferrous
alloys: Al and Al alloys, Cu and Cu alloys, Mg and Mg alloys, Zn and Zn alloys-major types,
composition, properties and applications.Non-metallic materials; thermoplastics,
thermosetting plastics, elastomers, composites, ceramics, glasses .Recent developments in
materials science; smart materials, shape memory alloys, functionally graded materials,
piezo-electric materials.
Text Books
1. Callister W. D., Materials Science and Engineering: An Introduction, 2010, John Wiley &
Sons Inc.
References
1. Avner S. H., Introduction to Physical Metallurgy, McGraw Hill
2. Van Vlack L. H., Elements of Materials Science, Addison Wesley
3. Shackelford J. F., Materials Science for Engineers, Prentice-Hall
4. Higgins R. A., Engineering Metallurgy Part I, Applied Physical Metallurgy, ELBS
5. Raghavan V., Material Science and Engineering, Prentice-Hall of India
6. Reed Hill, Physical Metallurgy Principles, Affiliated East-West Press
7. Jastrzebiski, Nature and Properties of Engineering Materials, John Wiley
8. Smith, Science of Engineering Materials, Prentice-Hall
Mode of
PBL/Quiz/Assignment/ Seminar/Written Examination
Evaluation
Lab Experiments:
Experiments
1. Metallographic sample preparation
2. Phase diagram determination
3. Microstructures of plain carbon steel
4. Microstructures of cast iron
5. Heat treatment of plain carbon steels
6. Hardness measurement
7. Phase analysis and porosity determination using image analysis soft ware
8. Microstructure of non-ferrous alloys
9. Determination of grain size
10. NDT testing using ultrasonic flaw detector
11. Stress analysis using XRD pattern
12. Creep Test
References
Lab Manual Prepared by VIT Staff
Mode of Evaluation
Experiments/Record work/Oral/ Practical Examination
MEE207
Pre requisite
Objectives
COMPUTER AIDED MACHINE DRAWING

0 0 4 2
MEE108
1. To introduce students to the basics and standards of engineering
drawing related to machines and components.
2. To teach students technical skills regarding assembly, production and
part drawings.
3. To familiarize students with various limits, fits and tolerances.
4. To help students gain knowledge about standard CAD packages on
modeling and drafting.
Expected
Outcomes
1. Acquire the knowledge of various standards and specifications about
standard machine components.
2. Make drawings of assemblies with the help of part drawings given.
3. Ability to select, configure and synthesize mechancial components into
assemblies.
4. Apply the knowledge of fits and tolerances for various applciaitons.
5. Able to model components of their choice using CAD software.
6. Get exposure to advanced CAD packages.
Unit I
Drawing Standards
Code of Practice for Engineering Drawing - BIS specifications Conventional representation
Welding symbols - riveted joints - keys - fasteners Reference to hand book for the
selection of standard components like bolts - nuts - screws - keys etc.
Unit II
Limits, Fits and Tolerances
Limits - Fits and tolerances Allocation of fits for various mating parts Tolerance data
sheet Tolerance table preparation Geometric tolerance.
Unit III
Computer Aided Assembly and Detailed Drawing
Solid modeling of simple and intricate machine and automobile components Surface
modelling of automobile body and Appliances(electrical and domestic) - Preparation of
assembled and detailed drawings of I.C.Engine components viz: Cylinder head - Piston Connecting rod and Crankshaft assembly - Carburettor - Fuel pump etc.,
Text Books
Bhatt, N.D., (1999), Machine Drawing , Published by R.C.Patel, Chartstar Book Stall, Anand,
India.
References
1. James Barclay, Brian Griffiths, (2003), Engineering Drawing for Manufature.
2. Cecil Jensen, Jay Helsel and Donald D. Voisinet, (2000), Computer-aided engineering
drawing, McGraw-Hill: New York
3. Sidheswar, N., Kanniah, P. and Sastry, V.V.S., (2005), Machine Drawing .
Mode of
Evaluation
MEE245
Prerequisite
Objectives:
THEORY OF METAL JOINING

3 0 2 4
1. To understand the basic principles of welding
2. To know the various types of advanced joining processes
3. To know about welding defects and remedial measures for it
Expected
Outcome:
1. Develop welding techniques for various alloys
2. Develop welding application concepts
3. Develop mechanized welding techniques
4. Develop welding electrodes
Unit I
Power sources
Classification of welding processes - heat sources, power sources, arc characteristics, V-I
relationship, different types of electrodes, ingredients and function of electrode coverings,
types of weld joints.
Unit II
Fusion welding processes
Shielded metal arc welding, gas welding, TIG welding, MIG welding, Submerged arc
welding processes
Unit III
Solid state welding processes
Resistance, friction, friction stir, ultrasonic, induction pressure, diffusion welding processes,
explosive welding.
Unit IV
Special welding processes
Electron beam, laser beam welding, plasma arc processes; advantages, limitations,
Introduction to Robotic welding, underwater welding.
Unit V
Welding metallurgy
Weld thermal cycles and their effects, effects of pre and post weld heat treatments, concept
of HAZ, concept of weldability and its assessment. Welding of different materials, defects in
welds, their causes and remedies.
Text Books
Cornu. J.,(2004)"Advanced Welding Systems"-Volumes I, II and III, JAICO Publishers.
References
1. Lancaster L.F, (1996) The Physics of Welding, Pergamon Press.
2. Welding Handbook (Section I) American Welding Society1999
3. Parmer R.S, (2005) Welding processes, Khanna publishers.
4. Srinivasan N.K, (2004) Welding Engineering, Khanna publishers.
5. Rao P.N (1998)"Manufacturing Technology (Foundry, Forming and Welding) II
Edition", Tata McGraw Hill Pub. Co. Ltd,. New Delhi.
Mode of Evaluation
Lab:
List of Experiments:
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
7.
8.
9.
10.
Joint using manual Arc welding

Butt joint using TIG welding
Fillet joint using MIG welding
Metal cutting by Oxy-Acetylene gas
Friction welding for aluminum metal
Pipe joint welding
Making of a joint by Gas welding using filler material
Laser welding demonstration
Stud welding in Are welding
Brazing experiment
MEE246
Prerequisite
Objectives:
THEORY OF METAL CASTING

3 0 2 4
1.To understand the basic principles of metal casting
2. To know the various types of melting practices
3. To broaden the understanding of casting design principles
4. To know about casting defects and remedial measures
Expected
Outcome:
1. Design of gates and risers in castings
2. Develop various alloys for different applications
3. Develop suitable casting techniques for specific applications
Unit I
Molding practices
Introduction to casting and foundry industry; basic principles of casting processes; sequence
in foundry operations; patterns; molding practice; ingredients of molding sand and core
sand, sand testing; different molding processes
Unit II
Melting furnaces
Types of furnaces used in foundry; furnaces for melting; melting practice for steel, cast iron,
aluminum alloys, copper alloys and magnesium alloys; safety considerations; fluxing,
degassing and inoculation.
Unit III
Special Casting techniques
Investment casting , Shell molding ,die casting, centrifugal casting, plaster mould casting,
magnetic casting, squeeze casting, full mould process, strip casting, CO2 molding
Unit IV
Gating and risering
Concept of solidification, directional solidification, role of chilling, principles of gating and
risering systems: types and design calculations.
Unit V
Foundry Defects and Automation
Defects in castings and its remedies. Energy saving and quality control in foundries;
Cleaning and inspection of castings; Foundry automations-moulding machines-automation of
sand plant, moulding and fettling sections of foundry Dust and fume control.
Text Books
JAIN, P.L., Principles of Foundry Technology, Tata McGraw Hill, 2009.
References
1. Wulff B., Taylor H. F., Fleming M. C., Foundry Engineering, Wiley Eastern, 1999,
2. Jain P. L., Principles of Foundry Technology, 3rd Edition, Tata McGraw Hill, 2000
3. Srinivasan N. K., Foundry Technology, Khanna Publications, 2001.
Mode of Evaluation
Lab:
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
7.
8.
9.
10.
Green sand moulding using single piece pattern.

Green sand moulding using two piece pattern.
Determination of Grain fineness number of dry sand.
Finding shear strength of moulding sand
Finding compressive strength of grand sand
Determination of permeability of green sand
Finding splitting strength of a core sand
Casting of Aluminium metal by stir casting method
Making of a core for a pattern
Simple design of a pattern.
MEE247
Pre requisite
Objectives
THEORY OF METAL CUTTING

2 1 2 4
MEE104
1. To teach the mechanics of chip formation, tool material and tool life.
2. To give an exposure to students on the modern (nontraditional)
machining processes.
Expected
On completion of the course the students will be able to:
Outcomes
1. Mechanism of chip formation in different materials.
2. Estimate the tool life for different tool materials.
3. Select the appropriate tool material and design for the given cutting
conditions
4. Understand the principles and applications of various modern machining
processes
Unit I
INTRODUCTION
Importance of material removal, elements of metal machining, fundamenta1 mechanism of
metal deformation in cutting.
Geometry & design of single point tool, geometry & design of milling cutters, geometry of
drills, broachers.
Unit II
MECHANICS OF CHIP FORMATION
Orthogonal & oblique cutting, mechanism of chip formation, shear plane angle, shear stress
and strain, principa1 chip types, mechanics of machining, forces in cutting of metals, stress
on tool, stress distribution, Basic requirement of cutting force measuring technique,
Dynamometers for measuring forces in turning, milling and drilling.
Unit III
HEAT FLOW IN METAL CUTTING and Tool Life
Introduction, heat in chip formation, heat at tool work interface, heat at tool chip interface,
heat in absence of flow zone, method of tool temperature measurement, temperature
distribution in tool.
Definition, evaluation of machinability, tool life, Taylors equation, tool failure, variab1es
affecting the tool life causes of tool failures, economics in metal machining.
Unit IV
CUTTING TOOL MATERIAL and Cutting Fluid
Requirement of tool material, effect of alloying elements in properties of tool steel, common
tool materia1, carbon stee1 , high speed steels, co-cast alloys, carbide too1s, ceramic too1s,
diamond, design & performance of tool material.
Function & requirement of cutting fluid, type of cutting fluid as gas, water & oil based
solutions, chemical coolants, method of, application of cutting fluid - Minimum quantity
lubrication.
Unit V
Modern machining processes
Principles, process characteristics and application of ECM, EDM, USM, AJM, EBM, LBM,
PAM, etc., capability analysis. Micro/nano machining.
Text Books
1.
Geoffrey Boothroyd and W. A. Knight, Fundamentals of Machining and Machine
Tools, Marcel Dekkel Inc.
References
1.
Amitabh Ghosh and Asok Kumar Mallik, Manufacturing Science, Affiliated East
West Press Pvt. Ltd.
2.
Amitabha Battacharyya, Metal Cutting, Theory and Practice, New Central Book
Agency.
3.
Serope Kalpakjian and Steven R. Schmid, Manufacturing Engineering and
Technology, Pearson Education.

4.
M. C. Shaw, Metal Cutting Principles, CBs Publishers.
Mode of
Assignment/Seminar/Quiz/CAT/Term end examination
Evaluation
List of Lab Exercises

1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
7.
8.
9.
10.
Experiments on Lathe to establish the cutting speed, feed and depth of cut on cutting
forces.
Measurement of flank wear using Tool Makers microscope and plotting the effect of
turning parameters on average flank wear.
Effect of cutting speed, feed and depth of cut on average surface roughness for a
given work and tool material during turning process.
Measurement of cutting tool temperature in turning and plotting effect of turning
parameters on average temperature.
Machining slots using shaping and slotting machines
Gear cutting using milling and gear hobbing machines.
Surface grinding and measurement of surface roughness for different feed rate.
Grinding of single point cutting tool as per given specifications (to check the tool
angles).
Ram electrical discharge machinng
Wire electrical discharge machining
MEE248
Pre requisite
Objectives
Expected
Outcomes
MECHANICS OF SOLIDS AND FLUIDS

2 1 2 4
1. To develop the relationship between the loads applied to a non-rigid body
and the internal stresses and deformations induced in the body.
2. To study the general state of stresses and strains in a given loaded
member and the magnitude and direction of the principal stresses.
3. To introduce and explain basic fundamentals of Fluid Mechanics.
4. To learn fluid properties and hydrostatic law to understand the
importance of flow measurement and its applications in Industries.
1. Apply concepts of strength of materials to obtain solutions to real time
Engineering problems.
2. To find frictional losses in a pipe when there is a flow between two
places.
Unit I
Definition/derivation of normal stress, shear stress, and normal strain and shear strain
Stress-strain diagram- Elastic constants Poissons ratio relationship between elastic
constants and Poissons ratio Generalised Hooks law Uniaxial deformation.
Unit II
Biaxial state of stress Stress at a point stresses on inclined planes Principal stresses and
Principal strains and Mohrs circle of stress, Theories of failure - Fundamentals of theory of
elasticity Yield criteria and plasticity.
Unit III
Solid Mechanics applications Thin shells, torsion, bending, buckling.
Unit IV
Fluid properties Hydrostatic forces on plane inclined and curved surfaces buoyancy
centre of buoyancy metacentre.
Types of flows - Streamline and Velocity potential lines- Euler and Bernoullis equations and
their applications moment of momentum Momentum and Energy correction factors
Impulse Momentum equation-Navier-Stokes Equations-Applications.
Unit V
Flow through pipes Open Channels and Measurement pipe flow: Darcys law Minor
losses Multi reservoir problems pipe network design Moodys diagram Hagen
Poiseuille equation Turbulent flow.
Text Books
1.
P.N.Modi and S.M.Seth (2011), Hydraulics and Fluid Mechanics including Hydraulic
Machines, Standard Book House, Naisarak, Delhi.
References
1.
Timoshenko, S.P. and Young, D.H., (2000), Strength of Materials, East West Press
Ltd.
2.
R.K. Bansal, (2000), Strength of Materials, Laxmi Publications.
3.
Vijay Gupta and S.K.Gupta, (1999), Fluid Mechanics and Applications, New-Age
International Ltd.
4.
D.S. Kumar,(2004), Fluid Mechanics and Fluid Power Engineering, Katson
Publishing House, Delhi.
5.
Rowland Richards, (2000), Principles of Solid Mechanics, CRC Press.
Mode of
Evaluation
MECHANICS OF SOLIDS AND FLUIDS LAB

Objectives:
1.
To provide students an opportunity to learn how to measure hardness of materials and
analyze how heat treatment affects hardening.
2.
To study the influence of flexural strength on deflection of a beam.
3.
To teach students about flow measuring devices such as orifice meter and venture.
4.
To help the students acquire knowledge about flow through pipes.
Expected Outcome:
1.
To get practical knowledge on the measurement of hardness, strength and stiffness.
2.
To acquire hands on experience in pipe flow and flow measurement.
Experiments
1.
Evaluation of Engineering Stress / Strain Diagram on Steel rod, Thin and Twisted
Bars under tension.
2.
Compression test on Bricks, Concrete blocks.
3.
Deflection test Verification of Maxwell theorem.
4.
Comparison of hardness values of Steel, Copper and Aluminium using Brinell and
Rockwell hardness measuring machines.
5.
Estimation of Spring Constant under Tension and Compression.
6.
Flow through Orifice
7.
Flow through Mouth Piece
8.
Flow through Triangular Notch
9.
Flow through Venturimeter
10.
Flow through Pipes
References
Lab manual prepared by VIT faculty
Mode of Evaluation: Experiments/Record work/Oral/ Practical Examination
MEE386
Pre requisite
Objectives
CNC MACHINES AND PROGRAMMING

3 0 2 4
MEE247
1. To understand the working principle of CNC Machines.
2. To learn the programming of CNC Machines.
3. To understand the various types and applications of CNC Machines.
Expected
Outcomes
1. Understand the importance of CNC Machines and its working principle.
2. Write programs (G codes and M codes) for the given components.
3. Understand the capabilities and applications of CNC Machines.
Unit I
Introduction to NC and CNC
Conventional Machines NC Machines Basic components of NC machines CNC machines
- classification of CNC machines, Need, benefits and limitations.
Unit II
Construction of CNC Machines
Constructional features of CNC machines- Machine Structure Slide ways- Spindle Drive
Units Feedback control Feedback devices Tools and work holding devices Trouble
Shooting - Mechanical, Electrical& Pneumatics - Common Faults and Remedies.
Unit III
Manual Part Programming
Manual part Programming Coordinate systems, Adaptive Control, G codes, M codes, Part
Programming Point to Point Straight line Curved path - Simple programming for CNC
Lathe CNC Milling machines.
Unit IV
Advanced Part Programming
Canned cycles- Drill Dwell- Peck drill- Bore- Non standard fixed cycles, Subroutines and
Macros.
Unit V
CNC Programming by CAD/CAM
CAD Modelling of 3D components- CAM Preparatory commands, transformations,
subroutines, canned cycles Verification tools - CNC program generation from CAD modelCNC controller and motion control in CNC system, Applications of CNC - Recent advances
in CNC machines.
Text Books
1.
Mikell P. Groover and Emory W. Zimmers, CAD/CAM Computer Aided Design and
Manufacturing, Prentice Hall Edition, 2004.
References
1.
M.Adithan and B.S. Pabla CNC Machines New age international Publishers 2007.
2.
J.S.Narang CNC Machines and AutomationsDhanpat Rai & Co 2013.
Mode of
Evaluation
CNC PROGRAMMING LAB

CAM EXPERIMENTS
1. Manual part programming using G and M codes for Turning, Step turning, Taper turning,
multiple turning, Facing, Multiple facing, thread cutting and radius turning on cylindrical
components.
2. CNC Milling program involving linear motion and circular interpolation.
3. CNC Milling program involving contour motion and canned cycles.
4. CNC Milling program involving Pocket milling
5. CNC code generation using any CAM software.
6. Simulation of machining operations using any CAM software.
7. Route sheet generation using CAM software.
8. Programming and practice on CNC lathe and CNC milling Machines
References: Lab Manual prepared by VIT faculty
MEE249
Pre requisite
Objectives
THEORY OF METAL FORMING

3 0 2 4
MEE109
1. To understand the basic principles of Metal Forming Theory
2. To know the various types of forming processes
3. To know about advanced metal forming methods
Expected
Outcomes
1. Choose forming techniques for various applications
2. Estimate power requirement for forming processes
3. Calculate the forming limit for various processes
Unit I
Theory of Plasticity
Theory of Plasticity - stress tensor hydrostatic & deviator components of stress flow
curve true stress strain yielding criteria yield locus octahedral shear stress and shear
strains invariants of stress strain slip line field theory plastic deformations of crystals.
Unit II
Plastic Forming of Metals-Forging
Basics of plastic forming & forging- mechanics of metal working temperature in metal
working strain rate effects friction and lubrication deformation zone geometry.
Forging process classification equipment calculation of forging loads forging defects
residual stresses.
Unit III
Plastic Forming of Metals-Rolling and Extrusion
Rolling and Extrusion classification -rolling mills - rolling of bars & shapes rolling forces
analysis of rolling defects in rolling- theories of hot & cold rolling torque power
estimation. Extrusion: classification-equipment deformation lubrication and defects
analysis hydrostatic extrusion tube extrusion.
Unit IV
Plastic Forming of Metals- Drawing and Sheet metal forming
Drawing & Sheet Metal Forming- rod & wire drawing equipment analysis deep drawing
tube drawing analysis, residual stresses sheet metal forming methods shearing and
blanking bending stretch forming deep drawing forming limit criteria defects Stretch forming press brake forming explosive forming.
Unit V
Unconventional Forming Methods
Electro hydraulic forming magnetic pulse forming super plastic forming electro forming
fine blanking P/M forging-Isothermal forging HERF.
Text Books
1.
George E Dieter, Mechanical Metallurgy, Tata McGraw Hill, 2007
References
1.
B L Juneja, Fundamentals of Metal Forming Processes, New Age International.
2.
John A Schey, Introduction to Manufacturing Process, Allied, ND.
3.
ASM, Hand book: Forming and Forging.
Mode of
Evaluation
MEE250
Pre requisite
Objectives
Expected
Outcomes
THERMODYNAMICS AND HEAT TRANSFER
1. To cover basic principles of thermodynamics and heat transfer.

2. To study real-world engineering examples to give students a feel for how
thermal sciences are applied in engineering practice.
3. To develop an intuitive understanding of thermal sciences by
emphasizing the physics and physical arguments.
Upon completion of this course, students should be:
1. Master the basic principles of the thermal energy sciences, including
thermodynamics, fluid dynamics and heat transfer.
2. Able to handle energy-related problems and practice.
3. Able to develop Energy saving Consciousness.
Unit I
Thermodynamic Systems, Properties, State, Processes and Cycles. Zeroth Law of
Thermodynamics, First Law of Thermodynamics, Concept of Heat and Work, First Law
applied to closed and open systems, Steady flow energy equation.
Unit II
Second law of thermodynamics, Different Statements and their equivalence, Reversible and
irreversible processes, Carnot cycle, Carnot theorem and their corollaries, Entropy, T ds
Equations, Thermodynamic property relations, Maxwells relations, Clapyron Equation,
Specific heats Joule Thompson coefficient.
Unit III
Basic modes of heat transfer, General heat conduction Equation in Cartesian cylindrical and
spherical coordinates, Initial and boundary conditions, Steady state heat transfer in simple
geometries with and without heat generation. Introduction to unsteady state heat transfer
Extended surfaces. Heat exchangers, LMTD and NTU methods of calculations in heat
exchanger analysis.
Unit IV
Convective heat transfer, Newtons law, Hydrodynamic and thermal boundary layer, External
and internal flow heat transfer under fully developed laminar flow. Natural convection from
vertical plates, Empirical relations in convective heat transfer.
Unit V
Introduction to boiling and condensation, Radiation Heat transfer, Fundamental laws of
radiation, Radiation heat exchange between bodies of simple geometry. Shape factor, Electric
network analogy in radiation heat transfer.
Text Books
1.
Yunus A. Cengel, Introduction to Thermodynamics and Heat Transfer, 2nd Edition
McGraw-Hill, 2008.
References
1.
P.K. Nag, Engineering Thermodynamics, Third Edition, Tata McGraw Hill, New
Delhi, 2005..
2.
P. K. Nag, Heat Transfer, Tata McGraw Hill , New Delhi, 2003.
3.
Y.A. Cengel, M. A. Boles, Thermodynamics an Engineering Approach, Fourth
Edition, Tata McGraw Hill, New Delhi, 2003.
4.
J.P., Holman, Heat Transfer, Ninth Edition, Tata McGraw Hill, New Delhi, 2005.
Mode of
Evaluation
MEE251
Pre requisite
Objectives
ENGINEERING METROLOGY
2 1 2 4
1. To help students acquire knowledge about Measurements and Measuring
procedures.
2. To teach various measuring standards and various measuring instruments
used in industries.
3. To explain the different instruments used for linear and angular
measurements, surface finish etc.
1. Have good knowledge of Measuring procedures and Measuring
Instruments.
Expected
Outcomes
Unit I
Systems of limits and fits: Introduction, normal size, tolerance limits, deviations, allowance,
fits and their types unilateral and bilateral tolerance system, hole and shaft basis systems
interchangeability and selective assembly. Indian standard Institution system British
standard system, International Standard system for plain ad screwed work.
Unit II
Linear Measurement: Length standard, line and end standard, slip gauges calibration of the
slip gauges, Dial indicator, micrometers.
Measurement of Angles And Tapers: Different methods Bevel protractor angle slip
gauges spirit levels sine bar Sine plate, rollers and spheres used to determine the tapers.
Limit Gauges: Taylors principle Design of go and No go gauges, plug ring, snap, gap,
taper, profile and position gauges.
Unit III
Optical Measuring Instruments: Tool makers microscope and its uses collimators, optical
projector optical flats and their uses, interferometer.
Flat Surface Measurement: Measurement of flat surfaces instruments used straight edges
surface plates optical flat and auto collimator.
Unit IV
Surface Roughness Measurement : Differences between surface roughness and surface
waviness-Numerical assessment of surface finish CLA,R, R.M.S Values Rz values, Rz
value, Methods of measurement of surface finish-profilograph. Taly surf, ISI symbols for
indication of surface finish.
Measurement Through Comparators: Comparators Mechanical, Electrical and Electronic
Comparators, pneumatic comparators and their uses in mass production.
Unit V
Screw Thread Measurement: Element of measurement errors in screw threads
measurement of effective diameter, angle of thread and thread pitch, profile thread gauges.
Gear Measurement: Gear measuring instruments, Gear tooth profile measurement.
Measurement of diameter, pitch pressure angle and tooth thickness.
Machine Tool Alignment Tests: Requirements of Machine Tool Alignment Tests, Alignment
tests on lathe, milling, drilling machine tools.
Text Books
1. Jain R. K., Engineering Metrology, Khanna Publications, 2010.
References
1. Gupta. I.C., Engineering Metrology, Dhanpat Rai and Sons, 1997.
Mode of Evaluation PBL/Quiz/Assignment/ Seminar/Written Examination
Objectives
Expected
Outcome
METROLOGY LAB
1. To enable the students understand the uses of basic metrology
instruments.
2. To train students on identifying metrolgy intruments for a given
compononent for inspection.
1. Acquire knowledge about inspection.
2. Calibrate basic metrology instruments used in machine shop.
3. Measure linear, angular and form features of a components.
Experiments
1.
Calibration of the following instruments:
i.
Calibration of Micrometer
ii. Calibration of Mechanical Comparator
ii. Calibration of Vernier Caliper iv. Calibration of Dial Gauge
2.
Measurement of taper angle using
i. Bevel Protractor ii. Dial Gauge iii. Sine-Bar
3.
Alignment tests:
i. Parallelism of the spindle ii. Circularity & Concentricity of the spindle
4.
Gear parameters Measurement
i.
Diameter, pitch/module ii. Pitch circle diameter iii. Pressure angle iv. Tooth thickness
5.
Measurement of small components (Gear) by Profile Projectors
6.
Tool Wear Measurement using Toolmakers Microscope
References
Lab Manual prepared by VIT faculty
Mode of
Evaluation
MEE308
Pre requisite
Objectives
INDUSTRIAL ENGINEERING AND MANAGEMENT

3 0 0 3
1. To enable the students understand the demand forecasting techniques and
costing.
2. To provide students an insight into the concepts of industrial engineering
and organization.
3. To familiarize the students with principles of work-study and
Ergonomics.
4. To introduce students to various aspects of plant design and materials
planning.
Expected
Outcomes
1. Conduct market research, demand forecasting and costing
2. Demonstrate the knowledge of designing plants and controlling
production.
3. Optimize the resources of an organization and improve productivity.
Unit I
Demand Forecasting and Elements of Cost
Macro and micro economics - Demand and supply Factors influencing demand Elasticity
of demand Demand forecasting Time series - Exponential smoothing casual forecast Delphi method Correlation and Regression - Barometric method Long run and Short run
forecast.
Elements of cost Determination of Material cost - Labour cost - Expenses Types of cost
Cost of production - Over head expenses Problems.
Unit II
Industrial Organisation
Introduction to Industrial Engineering Concepts - History and Development of Industrial
engineering Roles of Industrial Engineer Applications Productivity Factors affecting
productivity Increasing productivity of resources Kinds of productivity measures.
Unit III
Work Design
Introduction to work study Method study Time study stopwatch time study Standard
data - Method Time Measurement (M-T-M) Work sampling Ergonomics.
Unit IV
Plant Layout and Group Technology
Plant location - Factors - Plant layout - Types - Layout design process Computerized
Layout Planning Construction and Improvement algorithms -ALDEP - CORELAP and
CRAFT.
Group technology-Problem definition - Production flow analysis - Heuristic methods of
grouping by machine matrices Flexible Manufacturing System - FMS work stationsMaterial handling and Storage system-Cellular Manufacturing System.
Unit V
Production Planning and Control
Types of productions, Production cycle-Process planning, Forecasting, Loading, Scheduling,
Dispatching, Routing- Simple problems.
Materials Planning ABC analysis Incoming materials control Kanban system Just in
time. MRP systems- Master Production Schedule Bill of Materials MRP calculations MRP II.
Text Books
1. Buffa E.S., (2009), Modern Production / Operational Management, John Wiley & Sons.
References
1. Nigel Slack, Stuart Chambers, Robert Johnston., (2010)Operation Managenment,
Pearson Education
2. R.Danreid & Sanders., (2009), Operations Management, John Wiley & Sons.
3. Panneerselvam. R. (2006), Production/Operations Management, Prentice Hall of India
Pvt Ltd.
Mode of
Evaluation
MEE307
Pre requisite
Objectives
CAD/CAM
MEE207
1. To understand the basics of CAD/CAM.
2. To gain exposure over the concepts of computer graphics.
3. To learn about the geometric issues concerned to the manufacturing and
its related areas.
4. To understand the latest advances in the manufacturing perspectives.
Expected
Outcomes
1. Understand the importance of CAD/CAM principles in the Product
development.
2. Develop programs related to manufacturing using codes.
3. Analyze the importance of networking in manufacturing environment.
Unit I
Computer Hardware
Product Development Cycle Introduction to CAD/CAM Graphics I/O Devices Bresenhams Algorithm and DDA, Graphics software, Clipping, Hidden line/surface
removal, Color models Lighting and shading - Graphics Standards Neutral File formats
IGES, STEP
Unit II
Principles of Computer Graphics
Geometric Modeling Wireframe, Surface and Solid Parametric representation of curves &
surfaces - CSG and B-Rep- World/device coordinate representations, 2D and 3D geometric
transformations, Matrix representation, translation, scaling, shearing, rotation and reflection,
composite transformations, concatenation.
Unit III
CNC Machine Tools
Introduction to NC, CNC, DNC- Manual part Programming Computer Assisted Part
Programming Examples using NC codes- Adaptive Control Canned cycles and
subroutines CAD / CAM approach to NC part programming APT language, machining
from 3D models.
Unit IV
Group Technology, CAPP and FMS
Introduction to part families-parts classification and cooling group technology machine
cells-benefits of group technology Process Planning CAPP & types of CAPP Flexible
manufacturing systems (FMS) the FMS concept-transfer systems head changing FMS
Introduction to Rapid prototyping, Knowledge Based Engineering.
Unit V
CIM
CIM wheel CIM Database- CIM-OSI Model Networking Standards in CIM Environment
Network structure Network architecture TCP/IP, MAP Virtual Reality, Augmented
Reality- Artificial Intelligence and Expert system in CIM.
Text Books
1. Ibrahim Zeid and R. Sivasubramaniam, CAD/CAM: Principles and Applications 3rd
Edition, Tata McGraw Hill, India, 2010.
References
1. Mikell P. Groover, Automation, Production Systems and Computer Integrated
Manufacturing, Pearson Education, 2007
2. James A. Rehg, Henry W. Kraebber, Computer Integrated Manufacturing, Pearson
Education. 2007
3. Donald Hearn and M.Pauline Baker Computer Graphics with OpenGL Prentice Hall,
International, 2010
Mode of Evaluation
MEE307L
CAD/CAM LAB
CAD EXPERIMENTS
1.
Structural analysis of Trusses
2.
Structural analysis of Beams
3.
Structural analysis of Frames
4.
Plane stress/Plane strain analysis
5.
Model analysis of different structures
6.
Steady state thermal analysis
7.
Transient thermal analysis
8.
Flow analysis
9.
Thermo-mechanical analysis
CAM EXPERIMENTS
1.
Manual part programming using G and M codes for Turning, Step turning, Taper turning,
multiple turning, Facing, Multiple facing, thread cutting and radius turning on cylindrical
components.
2.
CNC Milling program involving linear motion and circular interpolation.
3.
CNC Milling program involving contour motion and canned cycles.
4.
CNC Milling program involving Pocket milling
5.
Diagnosis and trouble shooting in CNC machine
6.
CNC code generation using any CAM software.
7.
Simulation of machining operations using any CAM software.
8.
Route sheet generation using CAM software.
9.
Study and practical demonstration on Wire-Cut EDM,
10.
Study and practical demonstration on Coordinate measuring machine,
11.
Study and practical demonstration on Vertical Machining center and Horizontal
Machining center
12.
Study on Rapid Prototyping Technologies, Student shall submit team work in the form of
project /assignments with neat documentation.
Reference Books: Lab Manual prepared by VIT faculty
MEE432
Pre requisite
Objectives
TOOL DESIGN
MEE247 or (MEE217 & MEE302)

1. To teach students the fundamentals of work holding devices.
2. To enable the students design tools, dies, jigs and fixtures.
3. To teach students to analyze and optimize an existing jig and fixture.
4. To expose students to design of dies for press work and forging.
Expected
Outcomes
1. Identify the importance of work holding device.
2. Design jigs and fixtures.
3. Calculate the required specifications of a press for required operations.
4. Design tools and dies for required operations.
Unit I
Design of Cutting Tools
Metal cutting process - Selection of tool materials - Design of single point and multipoint
cutting tool - Form tools, Drills, Milling cutters, broaches and chip breakers Problems on
design of single point cutting tools only.
Unit II
Locating and Clamping Methods
Basic Principles of Location - Locating methods and devices - Principles of clamping Mechanical, Pneumatic and Hydraulic actuation - Clamping force analysis Design
problems.
Unit III
Design of Jigs
Types of drill jigs - General considerations in the design of drill jigs - Drill bushings - Types,
methods of construction - Simple designs of Plate, Channel, Boxes, Post, Angle plate,
Turnovers and Pot Jigs.
Unit IV
Design of Fixtures
Design principles - Types of fixtures - Fixtures for machine tools: Lathe, Milling, Boring,
Broaching and grinding - Assembly fixtures - Inspection and Welding fixtures.
Unit V
Design of Dies
Press tools - Fundamentals of die-cutting operations - Cutting action in punch and die
operations - Die clearance - Blanking and Piercing Die construction Pilots - Strippers and
Pressure Pads - Press work materials - Strip layout - Design of simple progressive and
compound die sets - Forging Die Flow lines, parting lines, open and close die forging;
Materials for die block.
Text Books
1.
Donaldson C., Lecain G.H. and Goold V.C. (2007), Tool Design, 3rd edition, Tata
McGrawHill Publishing Company Ltd., New Delhi.
References
1.
Joshi P. H., (2004) Jigs and Fixtures, 2nd Edition, Tata McGraw-Hill Publishing
Company Ltd., New Delhi.
2.
Edward G. Hoffman (2004) Jigs and Fixtures Design, Thomson - Delmar Learning
Series, Singapore.
3.
Jeff Lantrip, David A. Smith and John G. Nee, (2003) Fundamentals of Tool Design,
5th Edition, Society of Manufacturing Engineers.
Mode of
Evaluation
MEE252
Pre requisite
Objectives
SIMULATION MODELING AND ANALYSIS

3 0 2 4
MAT104
1. To introduce modeling, optimization and simulation, as it applies to the study
and analysis of manufacturing systems for decision support.
2. To expose students to a wide range of applications for simulation methods
and models, and to integrate them with their introduction to operations
management.
Expected
Outcomes
1. Develop the practical skills necessary to design, implement and analyze
discrete-event simulation systems.
2. Cover the basic theory underlying discrete-event simulation methodologies,
in order to enable a critical understanding of simulation output in managerial
environments and build the foundations necessary to quickly adapt to future
advances in simulation technology.
Unit I
Introduction to System Simulation
Introduction to system simulation Applications Discrete and Continuous simulation
Simulation models Simulation procedure Simulation Examples General Principles.
Unit II
Random Numbers/Variates
Random number generation-Testing of Random numbers Techniques for generating random
numbers- Random Variate Generation Inverse transform techniques-Acceptance - Rejection
techniques- Special properties.
Unit III
Analysis of Simulation Data
Input modeling Data collection Identifying the distribution with data- Parameter estimation Goodness of fit tests Fitting a non-stationery Poisson`s process- Selecting input models without
data-Multi Variate and Time Series Input Models- Model Building Verification, Validation and
Calibration of Simulation Models Output analysis Comparison and Evaluation of Alternative
System designs.
Unit IV
Simulation Languages
Need for simulation Languages Comparisons & Selection of Languages GPSS ARENA EXTEND Study of any one of the languages
Unit V
Applications
Simulation of Manufacturing and Material Handling systems Simulation of Computer Systems
Simulation of Computer Networks.
Text Books
1.
Jerry banks, John S Carson, Barry L Nelson and David M Nicol, Discrete Event System
Simulation, 4th edition, Pearson Education Asia, 2006.
References
1.
Averill M. Law and W David Kelton, Simulation Modeling and Analysis, 3rd Edition,
McGraw Hill, 2000.
2.
W David Kelton, Randoll P Sadowski and Debroah A Sasowski, Simulation with
ARENA, McGraw Hill, 2002.
Mode of
Evaluation
SIMULATION LABORATORY
OBJECTIVE: To give hands on experience with reference to computer based discrete system
simulation experiments
1. Random Number Generation
Mid Square, Constant Multiplier, Congruential
2. Random variates Generation
Exponential, Poisson, Normal, Binomial
3. Testing of Random variates
Chi-Square, KS, Run
4. Monte Carlo Simulation
Random Walk Problem
5. Queuing Models
Single, Multi Server
6. Other IE oriented models
Inventory, Replacement, Production system etc
7-10 Use of Simulation Language/Package
MEE387
Pre requisite
Objectives
MANUFACTURING AUTOMATION
3 0 2 4
MEE245 and MEE246
1. To learn the concepts of automation systems in manufacturing sector.
2. To be aware of the operations machine tool drive systems.
3. To explore the robotics application in manufacturing.
4. 4. To be aware of intelligent machining operations.
Expected
Outcomes
1. Indentify the basic components required for manufacturing systems
automation.
2. Appreciate the functions of sensors, drive systems and controllers used in
machine tools.
3. Intend an automated material handling and inspection systems with
robotics.
4. Realize methods for intelligent control of machine tools.
Unit I
Automation in manufacturing operations
Concepts of manufacturing systems and production processes. Automation in production
systems and their classification. Product/production relationships, production concepts and
mathematical models and costs of manufacturing operations.
Unit II
Automatic control in manufacturing
Automated systems functions, levels, continuous and discrete controls, sensors and
actuators. Machine tool drives- components, feedback, position control, and active damping
of feed drives. Programmable logic controllers architecture, programming with ladder logic
diagrams and applications. Human-machine and Man-machine interfaces Control of electrohydraulic and electro-pneumatic systems.
Unit III
Numerical control and robotics
NC and CNC units Part programming Direct Numerical control Adaptive control.
Robot anatomy specifications end effectors applications in manufacturing. Flexible
manufacturing systems. Automated inspection systems.
Unit IV
Automated material handling and inspection systems
Automated guided vehicle systems Automated storage and retrieval systems Automatic
data capture - Bar coding technology. Automated inspection systems.
Unit V
Sensor assisted machining
Intelligent machine module - hardware and software architecture, applications. Adaptive
control of forces in machining control algorithm, generalized predictive control, In-process
detection of tool failure. Vibration control- modal testing of machine structures. In-process
monitoring systems.
Text Books
1.
Mikell P.Groover, Automation, Production Systems and Computer Integrated
Manufacturing, Princice HI, 2003.
References
1.
Yusuf Altintas, Manufacturing Automation, Cambridge University Press, 2nd
Edition, 2012.
2.
Beno Benhabib, Manufacturing Design, Production, Automation and Integration,
Taylor-Fancis Publications, 2005.
3.
Mikell P.Groover, Emory W. Zimmers, Jr., CAD/CAM: Computer - Aided Design
and Manufacturing, PHI, 2007.
Mode of
Assignments, seminars, projects, reports and written examination.
Evaluation
Manufacturing automation laboratory experiments:

1.
Study of programmable controllers and programming.
2.
Interfacing programmable logic controllers with sensors and actuators.
3.
Design of HMI/MMI for machine tool control.
4.
Design of electro hydraulic and pneumatic systems for machine tools.
5.
Measurement of tool forces and temperature using sensors.
6.
Control of stepper and servomotors.
7.
Study of modular automation production systems.
8.
Working with vision inspection systems.
MEE354
Pre requisite
Objectives
KINEMATICS & DYNAMICS OF MACHINERY

2 1 2 4
MEE248 or MEE202
1. To provide students an understanding of different types of mechanisms.
2. To teach students how to analyze cam-follower motion and gear train
configurations.
3. To help students gain knowledge in solving problems related to
gyroscopic effect on vehicles, ships and planes
4. To teach students the balancing procedures for rotating and reciprocating
masses, rotors and engines.
5. To teach students the fundamentals of free and forced vibrations.
Expected
Outcomes
1. Demonstrate an understanding of the concepts of various mechanisms and
pairs.
2. Analyze and solve problems associated with mechanisms.
3. Solve problems related to cam-followers and gear trains.
4. Demonstrate an understanding of principle of gears.
5. Calculate gyroscopic couple effect on various vehicles.
Unit I
Introduction to Mechanisms
Introduction to mechanisms Links - Pairs - Chains - Mobility - Degree of freedom
Grueblers and Kutzbach criterion Kinematics inversions- Grashoffs Law. Determination
of velocity andacceleration - simple mechanisms Relative motion method. Introduction to
synthesis of mechanism. Inertia force analysis of slider crack mechanism- Kleins
construction.
Unit II
Friction
Friction in screw and nut Pivot and collar Thrust bearing Plate and disc clutches Belt
(flat and V) and rope drives. Ratio of tensions Effect of centrifugal and initial tension
Condition for maximum power transmission Open and crossed belt drive. Gyroscopic
forces and couple Gyroscopic effects on the movement of air planes and ships - Stability of
two wheel drive and four wheel drive and space vehicles - Gyroscope stabilization.
Unit III
Cam and Gears
Types of Cams and Followers - Applications Displacement - Velocity and Acceleration and
construction of cam profiles for Uniform velocity - Uniform acceleration and retardation
Simple Harmonic Motion (SHM) - Cycloidal motions of followers Spur gear terminology and
definitions -Types of gears- Fundamental law of toothed gearing Interference and under
cutting Comparison of Involute and Cycloidal tooth forms.ear trains: Simple, compound
gear trains and epicylic gear trains - Determination of speed and torque.
Unit IV
Balancing
Static and Dynamic balancing of rotating masses in different planes Balancing of rotors Balancing of machines - Partial balancing of reciprocating masses of inline 98
Unit V
Vibrations
Free, and damped vibrations of single degree of freedom systems - longitudinal
transversetorsional Forced vibration harmonic excitation - Magnification factor Vibration isolation and Transmissibility. Introduction to vibrations of multi-degree freedom
systems.
Text Books
1.
S.S. Rattan, (1999), Theory of Machines, Tata McGraw Hill publishing companies
Ltd.
References
1. J.S. Rao and R.V Dukkipati, (2000), Mechanism and Machine theory, Wiley- Eastern Ltd.
New Delhi.
2. J.E. Shigley and J.J Unicker, (1999), Theory of Machines and Mechanics, McGraw Hill.
3. Thomson. W.T. (1995), Theory of Vibration with applications, Prentice Hall of India.
4. Dukkipati, Srinivas, (2005), Theory of mechanical vibrations, Prentice Hall of India.
Mode of
Assignment/ Seminar/Written Examination
Evaluation
MEE253
Pre requisite
Objectives
Expected
Outcomes
RELIABILITY, MAINTENANCE AND SAFETY

3 0 0 3
ENGINEERING
MAT104
1. To train the students with the necessary knowledge and abilities to
support the implementation of Asset Reliability Improvement processes in
their Plant and gain a working knowledge of Maintenance Strategy Review
techniques focused upon Reliability Centered Maintenance (RCM).
2. To introduce the students to quantitative reliability and safety assessment
methodologies that are commonly used by industries, consultants, and
authorities to improve the safety of new developed and established
infrastructures, production systems and products.
At the end of the semester, students will be able
1. To develop, operate and maintain safe, reliable and maintenance friendly
systems.
2. To find overall solutions on safety, reliability and maintainability
challenges for industrial applications and public administration.
Unit I
Reliability definition Reliability function Graphical representation a priori, a posteriori
probabilities of survival. Component mortality Mortality curve Useful life Reliability
mathematics - Failure Rate, Mean Time Between Failures (MTBF)-Mean Time To Failure
(MTTF), Bathtub distribution, Down time, Repair time, Availability, Reliability Allocation,
Mechanical Reliability.
Unit II
Series parallel configurations Redundant systems Standby systems K out of n
redundancy Reliability of complex systems: RBD approach Bayes decomposition
method Cut and tie sets Fault tree analysis Markov model Software reliability
prediction and measurement.
Unit III
Maintenance and Maintenance Engineering Objectives, facts, Maintainability Terms and
Definitions, Importance, Preventive Maintenance, Corrective Maintenance, Total Productive
Maintenance, Reliability Centered Maintenance, Inventory Control in Maintenance.
Unit IV
Maintenance Planning & Condition Based Maintenance - on - load and Off-Level
Monitoring- Maintenance of Mechanical and Electrical equipments.
Unit V
Safety - Importance - Fundamental Concepts and Terms- Workers Compensation - Product
Liability - Hazards and their Control - Walking and Working Surfaces, Electrical Safety Tools and Machines - Materials Handling.
Fire Protection and Prevention -Explosions and Explosives - Radiation -Biohazards Personal Protective Equipment - Managing Safety and Health.
Text Books
1. Maintainability, Maintenance and Reliability for Engineers, B.S. Dhillon, CRC Press, 2006
References
1. Handbook of Reliability engineering - Hoang Pha, Springer Publication, 2003.
2. Engineering maintenance; a modern approach - B.S. Dhillon, CRC Press, 2002
3. Maintenance Fundamentals, R. Keith Mobley, II edition, Butterworth-Heinemann, 2004
4. Reliability Maintainability and Risk; Practical methods for engineers - David J Smith,
Butterworth-Heinemann, New Delhi, 2001
5.
Safety and Health for Engineers - Roger L. Brauer, John Wiley Sons, 2006
Mode of
Evaluation
MEE254
Pre requisite
Objectives
STATISTICAL QUALITY CONTROL

3 0 2 4
MAT104
1. Students become familiar with the notion of a state of statistical control in
process design and control.
2. Students learn control chart techniques for on-line continuous quality
improvement.
3. Students learn the fundamentals of tolerancing and process capabilities.
4. Students learn the principles of Taguchi's loss function in quality.
Expected
At the end of the course, students should
Outcomes
1. Learn formulations, models, and analytical procedures for the study of
quality control;
2. Learn fundamental principles of statistical quality control techniques;
3. Be able to implement the quality engineering tools in industrial
applications; and
4. Improve team working skills and data-collecting capability.
Unit I
Quality Fundamentals
Importance of quality, meaning of quality, quality dimensions, quality planning, quality
control, SQC, Quality assurance, quality costs, economics of quality, quality and
productivity, quality and reliability, quality loss function.
Unit II
Control Charts For Variables
Process variation, Statistical basis, 3 sigma control limits, Rational sub-grouping, X ,R and
S charts, Interpretation of charts, warning and modified control limits, operating
characteristic curve for X chart, SPC -process capability analysis Cp, CPK, Cpm,
Machine capability, Gauge capability.
Unit III
Control Charts For Attributes
P, np, C, U and ku charts, demerits control chart, Multi variable chart, individual
measurement charts moving average and moving range charts, quality control in service
sector.
Unit IV
Acceptance Sampling
Need for Acceptance sampling, economics of sampling, sample selection, single and Double
sampling O.C. curves, Average outgoing quality (AOQ), Average sample number (ASN),
Average total inspection (ATI), Multiple and sequential sampling, sampling plans military
standards, Dodge Roming, IS 2500.
Unit V
Introduction To Iso And Six Sigma
Introduction to ISO-9000 Systems, Elements of ISO-9000, Elements of ISO 9001-2008
system: Introduction, scope, quality management system, management responsibility,
resource management, product realization, measurement, analysis and improvement Introduction to Six Sigma - application of Six Sigma approach to various industrial situations.
Text Books
1. Douglus C.Montgomery, Introduction to Statistical Quality Control, John Wiley & Sons,
2004.
References
1. Statistical Quality Control, Eugene L. Grant and Richard S. Leaven Worth, TMH,
Seventh Edition, 2000.
2. Quality Control. Dale H. Besterfield, Pearson Education Asia, Seventh Edition,2004.
3. Introduction to Statistical Quality Control, 6th Edition, Douglas C. Montgomery,
Prentice-Hall, Inc., 2005.
Mode of Evaluation Quiz/Assignment/ Seminar/Written Examination
QUALITY CONTROL LABORATORY

Objective:
The main objective is to enable the students to learn how to set up and use control charts for
individual measurements and to master them with the construction and analysis of Control
Charts.
1.
Statistical Process Control: Control Charts - Variable control Charts and R Charts
2.
Process Capability Analysis; Attribute control Charts P- Chart, C-chart, np chart;
3.
Acceptance sampling: Operating Characteristics curve;
4.
Probability Distributions: Normal Distribution, Rectangular Distribution.
5.
Design of Experiments Software:
6.
Reliability Software: Introduction and Practice on Reliasoft
MEE437
Pre requisite
Objectives
OPERATIONS RESEARCH
2 1 0 3
MAT104
1. To provide students the knowledge of optimization techniques and
approaches.
2. To enable the students apply mathematical, computational and
communication skills needed for the practical utility of Operations Research.
3. To teach students about networking, inventory, queuing, decision and
replacement models.
4. To introduce students to research methods and current trends in
Operations Research.
Expected
Outcomes
1. Apply operations research techniques like L.P.P, scheduling and
sequencing in industrial optimization problems.
2. Solve transportation problems using various OR methods.
3. Illustrate the use of OR tools in a wide range of applications in industries.
4. Analyze various OR models like Inventory, Queing, Replacement,
Simulation, Decision etc and apply them for optimization.
5. Gain knowledge on current topics and advanced techniques of Operations
Research for industrial solutions.
Unit I
Linear Models
Introduction to Operations Research Linear Programming - Mathematical Formulation
Graphical method Simplex method Duality Two Phase Simplex method
Transportation problems Northwest Corner method Vogels Approximation method
MODI method Assignment problems Applications.
Unit II
Sequencing and Networks
Sequencing Problem with N jobs and 2 machines - 3 machines and M machines. Network
models Basic Concepts Construction of Networks Project Network CPM and PERT Critical Path Scheduling Crashing of Network.
Unit III
Inventory Models
Inventory models Various Costs and ConceptsEOQDeterministic inventory models
Production models Stochastic Inventory models Buffer stock.
Unit IV
Queuing Models
Queuing models Poisson arrivals and Exponential service times Single channel models
and Multi channel models.
Simulation Basic concepts Advantages and Disadvantages Random number generation
Monte-Carlo Simulation Simulation models.
Unit V
Decision Models
Decision models Game theory Two person zero sum game Graphic solution - Property
of dominance Algebraic solution.
Replacement models Items that deteriorate with time - When money value changes Items
that fail completely Individual replacement and Group replacement.
Text Books
1. Hamdy Taha, (2009), Operations Research: An Introduction, Pearson Education Inc.
References
1. Hira D S and Gupta P K, (2007), Operations Research,S.Chand & Sons.
2. Panneerselvan. R. (2006), Operation Research, Prentice Hall of India Pvt Ltd
3. Kanti Swarup, Gupta P.K., and Manmohan, (2004), Operations Research, S.Chand & sons.
Mode of Evaluation
MEE434
Pre requisite
Objectives
PRODUCTION PLANNING AND CONTROL

3 0 0 3
MEE308
1. To get clear idea about various types of production like job, batch and
continuous.
2. To find out the sales forecasting, various types of demands and different
methods.
3. To acquire knowledge in product planning and process planning, value
analysis and value engineering and bread even analysis.
4. To learn about various types of controls toward inventory planning.
5. To be familiar in operation scheduling, ie loading, scheduling and
routing etc.
Expected
Outcomes
1. Identify and suggest correct type of production planning technique.
2. Analyze the concepts of production planning and Control and implement
in crucial areas of the industry.
Unit I
PPC performance
PPC Requirements, Benefits, Factors influencing PPC performance, 3 types of decisions
3 Phases of PPC Aggregate and Disaggregate Planning Master Production Schedule
(MPS) Techniques & Hour Glass Principle Bill of Material (BOM) structuring.
Unit II
MRP
Material Requirements Planning (MRP) System Inputs, Outputs, Benefits, Technical issues
MRP system nervousness Manufacturing Resources Planning (MRP II) Resource
Planning - Final assembly scheduling.
Unit III
Capacity management
Capacity Planning using overall factors (CPOF) Capacity Bills Resource Profiles
Capacity requirements planning (CRP) I/O Control - Shop floor control Basic concepts,
Gantt Chart, Priority sequencing rules and Finite Loading Inventory models.
Unit IV
Shop floor control
Shop floor control Just in time (JIT) Key elements, techniques JIT & PPC Pull &
Push Systems Kanban system Types, number of kanban calculations, Design, advantages
and disadvantages
Unit V
ERP System
ERP systems Components, Modules, Implementation, advantages and disadvantages Technical aspects of SAP - Supply Chain Management (SCM) Components, stages,
Decision phases Supply chain macro processes in a firm.
Text Books
1.
Vollmann, T.E., Berry, W.L., Whybark, D.C., and Jacobs, F.R., (2005),
Manufacturing Planning and Control for Supply Chain Management (5th ed.), Irwin.
References
2. Curran, T. and Keller, G.,(2009), SAP R/3 Business Blueprint Prentice-Hall.
3. Sipper D, Bulfin, R.L,(2007), Production Planning,Control,and Integration,McGraw Hill.
4. S.K. Mukhopadhyay (2009), Production planning and control Text and Cases, PHI Ltd.
Mode of
Evaluation
MEE446
Pre requisite
Objectives
OPTIMIZATION TECHNIQUES
MEE437
1. Some of the Operations Research techniques which are not covered in the
first level course are dealt with.
Expected
Student will be able:
Outcomes
1. To formulate a wide range of management problems that can be solved to
optimality by classical combinatorial optimization techniques and the
knowledge of alternative solution approaches such as metaheuristics that can
find nearly optimal solutions.
Unit I
Multi Criteria Models
Data Envelopment Analysis, Multicriteria Decision Problems- Goal Programming, Analytic
Hierarchy Process
Unit II
Non Linear Models -I
Types of Non-linear programming problems, unconstrained optimization, Linearly
Constrained Optimization, Quadratic Programming, Convex Programming.
Unit III
Non Linear Models Ii
KKT conditions for constrained optimization, Separable programming, Non-convex
programming, Geometric programming.
Unit IV
Markov Processes
Markov Processes, Neural network based optimization.
Unit V
Metaheuristics
Metaheuristics - Genetic Algorithms, Simulated Annealing, Ant Colony Optimization.
Text Books
1. Singiresu S Rao, Engineering Optimization, John Wiley & Sons, 2009
References
1. Kalyanmoy Deb, Optimization for Engineering Design, PHI,2000.
2. David R. Anderson, et al , An Introduction to Management Science Quantitative
approaches to Decision Making, Thomson,2003.
3. Fred Glover et al., Handbook of Metaheuristics, Kluwer,2003.
4. Hillier and Liberman, Introduction to Operations Research, TMH, 2000
Mode of
Evaluation
OPTIMIZATION TECHNIQUES LAB

OBJECTIVE: To give adequate exposure to applications of software packages in the areas of
Operations Research and Optimization process.
Simple Operations Research Programs
1.
Initial Solution of TP,
2.
Inventory Price Break Models
Optimization Package (TORA /LINDO)

3. LP Models
4. Transportation
5. Assignment
6. Maximal flow
7. Minimal spanning tree
8. Shortest route
9. Network scheduling
MEE447
Pre requisite
Objectives
TOTAL QUALITY MANAGEMENT
MEE308
1. To provide comprehensive knowledge about the principles, practices, tools
and techniques of Total quality management.
Expected
Outcomes
1. To understand the various principles, practices of TQM to achieve
quality.
2. To learn the various statistical approaches for Quality control.
3. To understand the TQM tools for continuous process improvement.
4. To learn the importance of ISO and Quality systems
Unit I
Introduction
Introduction - Need for quality - Evolution of quality - Definition of quality - Dimensions of
manufacturing and service quality - Basic concepts of TQM - Definition of TQM TQM
Framework - Contributions of Deming, Juran and Crosby Barriers to TQM.
Unit II
Tqm Principles
Leadership Strategic quality planning, Quality statements - Customer focus Customer
orientation, Customer satisfaction, Customer complaints, Customer retention - Employee
involvement Motivation, Empowerment, Team and Teamwork, Recognition and Reward,
Performance appraisal - Continuous process improvement Supplier partnership
Partnering, Supplier selection, Supplier Rating.
Unit III
Tqm Tools & Techniques I
The seven traditional tools of quality New management tools Six-sigma: Concepts,
methodology, applications to manufacturing, service sector including IT Bench marking
Reason to bench mark, Bench marking process FMEA Stages, Types.
Unit IV
Tqm Tools & Techniques Ii
Quality circles Quality Function Deployment (QFD) Taguchi quality loss function TPM
Concepts, improvement needs Cost of Quality Performance measures.
Unit V
Implementation Of Tqm
Steps, KAIZEN, 5S, JIT, POKAYOKE, I - Introduction to Robust Design, Taguchi Principles
and Design, Case studies.
Text Books
1. Dale H.Besterfiled, et at., Total Quality Management, Pearson Education Asia, Third
Edition, Indian Reprint (2006).
References
1. James R. Evans and William M. Lindsay, The Management and Control of Quality, (6th
Edition), South-Western (Thomson Learning), 2005.
2. Oakland, J.S. TQM Text with Cases, Butterworth Heinemann Ltd., Oxford, Third
Edition (2003).
3. Suganthi,L and Anand Samuel, Total Quality Management, Prentice Hall (India) Pvt.
Ltd. (2006)
Mode of
Evaluation
MEE255
Pre requisite
Objectives
Expected
Outcomes
INDUSTRIAL ECONOMICS
1. To familiarize students with a broad range of the methods and models

applied by economists in the analysis of firms and industries.
2. To ensure that students who take the course will, by working extensively
with theoretical models, acquire analytical skills that are transferable to other
kinds of intellectual problems.
Upon completion of the course students should:
1. Be able to solve analytically problems relating to industrial economics.
2. Be familiar with the functioning of different experimental market
institutions and the key results of these experiments.
3. Demonstrate understanding of verbal, graphical, mathematical and
econometric representation of economic ideas and analysis, including the
relationship between them.
Unit I
The scope of Industrial Economics and its History. Industrial efficiency: Concepts and
Measurement. Meaning of the concept. The Determinants of efficiency levels. Some
efficiency conditions in the theory of production, Efficiency and decision making process.
The organisational fOlDl and alternative motives of the fimt. Types of organisational fOlDl.
Business Motives.
Unit II
Demand Analysis - The Theory of Demand. The elasticity concept. Demand for the Products
of Individual firms in an Industry. Demand forecasting. The cost theory and optimum size of
the firm. The theory of cost and production. The efficiency and size of the firm.
Unit III
The Elements of Market Structure - Some concepts - standard forms of Market structure The concept of workable competiton. The conceptual frame work of the study of Industrial
Economics. Market stroctw"e and Innovation. The process of innovation, concepts and
Relationships, Measuremerit of innovation activities - The Theory of technological
innovation. Diffusion of New Technology.
Unit IV
Industrial Finance and Accounting - The need for finance - types of Finance - sources of
finance - contribution of various sources finance in Indian situation. Choice of Funding:
Internal VB External sources. An evaluation of Indian Industrial policy. The ways and means
of Government regulation of Industry.
Unit V
Labour productivity concept of labour productivity and its measurement - the determinants
of labour productivity - Risk and Decision Making Technological Change in Global
Economy Locating the Firm in a global economy Taxes and Decision Making.
Text Books
1. R.R. Barthwal (2007) - Industrial Economics, New Age International..
References
1. Bhagawati and P. Desai, India: planning for Industrialisation
2. W. Stewart, Industrial Economics: An applied approach (Macmillan)
3. Rogar Clark - Industrial Economics Blackwall- Oxford.
4. P.J. Devons et al. An introduction to Industrial Economics.(Allen and Wlwin.).

Mode of
Evaluation
HUM101
Pre requisite
Objectives
PSYCHOLOGY / SOCIOLOGY
3 0 0 3
1. Developed with the idea of making the students acquainted with the basic
concepts of Psychology as well as Sociology so as to equip them to be better
social beings.
2. To help students broaden their view of society beyond their own
immediate experience and understand how and why their own experience
may be similar or different to the experience of other.
Expected
Outcomes
Unit I
Psychology Science of Psychology Meaning Objectives Schools of Psychology
Psycho analysis Behaviorism Humanism Sensation and perception, Emotion and
motivation. Cognitive abilities and Intelligence Personality.
Unit II
Applications of Psychology Memory Building and Mind Mapping Stress Management
Career Planning and Management Ergonomics Cybernetics Case Studies
Unit III
Social Psychology Nature and Scope Social Psychology and Related disciplines
Cultivation and development of human values social changes urbanization
westernisation social problems social unrest action child labour gender injustice.
Unit IV
Attitudes and Behavior Impression Management Team Work and its success Assertive
behaviour Developing positive attitude Case studies.
Unit V
Sociology Definition of Sociology subject matter society definition and characteristics
social structure social groups social institution culture cultural diversity socialization
social rules norms and values Case studies.
Text Books
1. Clifford T. Morgan, Richard A. King, John R. Weisz, John Schopler Introduction to
Psychology, Tata McGraw Hill Edition 7th Edition, 2008.
2. John J. Makionis Sociology, Pearson Education, 10th Editiion, 2008.
References
1. John J Makionis Sociology- Pearson Education in South Asia : New Delhi 2006.
2. Edward E. Smith, Susan Nolen, Hoeksema, Barba Fredickson, Geoffrey R. Lottus
Introduction to Psychology, Atkinson & Hilgards 14th Edition, 2008.
3. Shelley E. Taylor, Letitia Anne Peplan, David O. Sears, Social Psychology Pearson
Education, 12th Editiion, 2008.
Mode of
Written Examinations and any of these: Term Paper, Mini Projects, Quiz,
Evaluation
Group Discussion, Case Study Analysis, Seminar, Assignments etc.
MEE338
Pre requisite
Objectives
DESIGN OF COMPOSITE MATERIALS

2 1 0 3
MEE109 or MEE203 & MEE214
1. To enable the students understand the properties and design of composite
materials
2. To familiarize the students with the manufacturing methods for
composites
3. To teach the practical requirements associated with joining and
manufacturing
Expected
Outcomes
1. Design and manufacture composite materials for various applications.
2. Conduct mechanical testing of composite structures and analyse failure
modes.
3. Synthesize structures for environmental effects.
4. Analyze economic aspects of using composites.
5. Understand the relevance and limitations of the destructive and
nondestructive test methods used for composites.
6. Demonstrate the ability to use appropriate design and analysis tools and
techniques.
Unit I
Introduction
Definitions: Composites, Reinforcements and matrices, Types of reinforcements, Types of
matrices, Types of composites, Carbon Fibre composites, Properties of composites in
comparison with standard materials, Applications of metal, ceramic and polymer matrix
composites.
Unit II
Manufacturing methods
Hand and spray lay-up, press molding, injection molding, resin injection, RRIM, filament
winding, pultrusion, centrifugal casting and prepregs. Fibre/Matrix Interface, Theories of
adhesion; absorption and wetting, interdiffusion, electrostatic, chemical, mechanical.
Measurement of interface strength. Characterization of systems; carbon fibre/epoxy, glass
fibre/polyester, etc. Influence of interface on mechanical properties of composite.
Unit III
Mechanical Properties
Stiffness and Strength: Geometrical aspects volume and weight fraction. Unidirectional
continuous fibre, discontinuous fibers, Short fiber systems, woven reinforcements length and
orientation distributions. Mechanical Testing: Determination of stiffness and strengths of
unidirectional composites; tension, compression, flexure and shear. Fracture: Typical fracture
processes; effect of transverse ply. Review of fracture mechanics methods and application to
composites. Impact: Typical impact damage; role of fibre, matrix and interface. Low and high
speed impact test methods. Fatigue: Behavior of notched and unnotched specimens. Tension
testing of composites. Fatigue damage Effect of matrix and fibre properties. Implications for
component design. Environmental Effects: Influence of moisture and other contaminants on
fibre, matrix, interface and effect on mechanical properties. Stress corrosion cracking.
Influence of high and low temperatures.
Unit IV
Laminates
Plate Stiffness and Compliance, Assumptions, Strains, Stress Resultants, Plate Stiffness and
Compliance, Computation of Stresses, Types of Laminates -, Symmetric Laminates,
Antisymmetric Laminate, Balanced Laminate, Quasi-isotropic Laminates, Cross-ply
Laminate, Angle-ply Laminate. Orthotropic Laminate, Laminate Moduli, Design Using Carpet
Plots, Stiffness Controlled Design, Design for Bending, Hygrothermal Stresses.
Unit V
Joining Methods and Failure Theories
Joining Advantages and disadvantages of adhesive and mechanically fastened joints. Typical
bond strengths and test procedures. Design philosophy and procedures (systems approach).
Simple design studies (pressure vessels, torsion bar); factors of safety. Case studies for failure
design process, materials selection, manufacturing method. Economic aspects of using
composites. Stress Analysis: Free edge stresses; typical distributions, significance of stacking
sequence, significance of ply blocking, effect on failure modes, experiment al evidence.
Development of engineers theory of bending for thin walled beams comprising several
different materials and analysis of the shear flow distribution. Buckling; strut buckling,
buckling of especially orthotropic plates, significance of bending twisting coupling.
Text Books
1. K.K. Chawla, (1998), Composite Materials, Springer-Verlag, New York
References
1. B.T. Astrom, (1997), Manufacturing of Polymer Composites, Chapman & Hall.
2. Stuart M Lee, J. Ian Gray, Miltz, (1989), Reference Book for Composites Technology,
CRC press.
3. Frank L Matthews and R D Rawlings, (2006), Composite Materials: Engineering and
Science, Taylor and Francis.
4. D. Hull and T.W. Clyne, (1996), Introduction to Composite Materials, Cambridge
University Press.
5. M.R. Piggott, (1998), Load Bearing Fibre Composites, Pergamon press, Oxford.
6. F. Ashby and D.R.H. Jones, (1999), Engineering Materials, Pergamon press.
7. R.W. Davidge and A. Kelly, (1999), Mechanical behavior of ceramics, Cambridge
university press.
8. Andrew C. Marshall, (1998), Composite Basics, Marshall Consulting.
Mode of
Evaluation
MEE388
Pre requisite
Objectives
Expected
Outcomes
ADVANCED METAL FORMING
MEE249
1. To understand the importance of theory of plasticity in metal forming.
2. To study the mechanics of metal forming using numerical methods.
3. To study the die design by computer aided environment (CAE).
4. To learn to calculate the formability of metals.
1. To apply concepts of plasticity to obtain solutions to metal forming
problems.
2. To design die for various forming applications.
Unit I
Elements of theory of plasticity formulation of plastic deformation problems and different
methods of solution application of plasticity for solving metal forming problems.
Unit II
Numerical methods in metal forming friction and lubrication in hot and cold working.
Unit III
Technological advances in metal forming processes forging, rolling, extrusion, wire drawing
and sheet metal forming.
Unit IV
Computer aided die design for forging, extrusion and wire drawing. Automation in sheet metal
forming processes, advances in sheet metal forming.
Unit V
Concept of formability and its evaluation. Hydro forming of sheets and tubes.
Text Books
1. Z. Marciniak, J.L. Duncan and S.J. Hu, (2002), Mechanics of sheet metal forming,
Butterworth-Heinemann, Oxford.
References
1. George E Dieter, Mechanical Metallurgy, Tata McGraw Hill, 2007.
2. ASM, Hand book: Forming and Forging.
3. John, G.L., Metal forming science and practice, (2002) Elsevier.
4. Dixit, P.M. and Dixit, U.S., (2008), Modeling of metal forming and machining processes,
Springer.
Mode of
Evaluation
MEE448
Pre requisite
Objectives
PROJECT MANAGEMENT AND CONTROL

2 1 0 3
MEE308
1. To explain the main tasks undertaken by project managers
2. To introduce software project management and to describe its
distinctive characteristics
3. To discuss project planning and the planning process
4. To show how graphical schedule representations are used by project
management
5. To discuss the notion of risks and the risk management process
1. Demonstrate the core philosophy of project management.
2. Possess the knowledge of project management techniques.
Expected
Outcomes
Unit I
Introduction - Project Management: An Overview Types, Characteristics of Projects
Project life cycle. Identification of investment opportunities - Screening and Selection,
Project Appraisal
Unit II
Market and demand analysis- market survey-demand forecasting methods-Technical analysis
manufacturing process, materials-product mix, plant location-project charts and layouts.
Unit III
Financial analysis cash flows for project appraisal- Investment evaluation using capital
budgeting techniques - net present value, profitability index internal rate of return, pay back
period, accounting rate of return
Unit IV
Mathematical Techniques for project evaluation Linear programming, goal programming,
Network technique for Project Management CPM, PERT, Multiple projects and constraints,
scheduling.
Unit V
Organization systems for project implementation- Work Breakdown-coordination and
control- Project Management Soft wares
Text Books
1. S. Choudry Project Management, , Tata McGraw Hill,27th edition, 2006
References
1. Mike Field and Laurie Keller, Project Management, Thompson Business press, 2002
2. Gido and Clements, Successful project management, 2nd edition; Thompson southwestern, 2003
3. John M Nicholas, Project Management for business and technology, 2nd edition,
Pearson Education Asia, 2001
4. Bhavesh M Patel, Project Management Strategic Financial planning, Evaluation and
control, Vikas publishing house, 2000
5. Prasanna Chandra, Projects Planning, Analysis, Financing, Implementation and
Review, Tata McGraw Hill,4th Ed, 1997.
6. Narendra Singh, Project Management and Control, Himalaya publication, Mumbai,
1998.
Mode of
Evaluation
MEE350
Pre requisite
Objectives
FACILITIES AND PROCESS PLANNING
MEE308
1. To teach students about factors affecting plant location, site selection
and space requirements.
2. To introduce students to the types of layouts, processes, tools and
techniques for developing layouts.
3. To enable the students program the procedure of heuristics like
CORELAP, ALDAP, CRAFT and Facility design.
4. To teach students the types of material handling system, unit load
concept and the relationship between material handling and plant layout.
Expected
Outcomes
1. Demonstrate the knowledge of facilities planning, layout capacity,
serviceability, flexibility, labour requirements and selection.
2. Possess the knowledge of various types of layout, tools and techniques
for developing a layout.
3. Understand the principles and objectives of mechanization, material
handling system design, AGVS in material handling.
4. Analyze the evaluation and implementation of layouts.
Unit I
Plant Location
Basic Factors to be considered Plant location and site selection Facilities Design
Procedure Plant capacity Serviceability and flexibility Selection of Equipment Factors
affecting & Analysis Space requirement Labour Requirement and selection.
Unit II
Layout Planning
Layout Types, Factors influencing, design procedure, Tools and Techniques fordeveloping
- Developing and Analysis of plant Layout Presenting the Layout Office Layout - Plot
planning - Evaluation and Improvement of Layout Efficiency Indices Cost Evaluation of
Layout Implementation process.
Unit III
Computer Aided Plant Layout
Data requirements Mathematical programming Heuristics CORE LAP - PLANET MAT - CRAFT- Probabilistic Approach - Random selection (ALDEP) - Biased sampling
Simulation, Graph TheoryScale effectCriticism of Computer Aided Plant Layout.
Unit IV
Material Handling
Objectives Principles Types Degree of mechanization Unit load concept Material
Handling cost Relationship between Material Handling and Plant Layout Material
Handling system Design - Specification of the Design Analyzing an existing material
Handling system - Basics of material handling equipment selection AGVS in material
Handling Packaging.
Unit V
Case Studies
Case studies in Plant Layout design, Equipment Selection, Plot plan and Office layout
Text Books
1. James M. Apple , (2007), Plant Layout and Material Handling, The Ronald press Co.
References
1. Dileep R. Sule , (2009), Manufacturing Facilities, PWS Publishing Company
2. John R. Immer, (2008), Layout planning Techniques, McGraw-Hill Book Company.
3. Richard L Francis (2009), Facility layout and Location, PHI Limited.
Mode of Evaluation
MEE389
Pre requisite
Objectives
MICRO AND NANO MACHINING

3 0 0 3
MEE247 or MEE217
1. To teach students fundamental as well as advanced knowledge of
Micro Nano machining technology
2. To teach students the basic principles and mechanism of Traditional
Micro Nano machining and its applications
3. To teach students the basic principles and applications of Advanced
Micro Nano Machining
4. To teach students the basic principles and applications of different
Abrasive based Micro Nano Machining
5. To teach students fundaments of MEMS and its techniques.
Expected
Outcomes
1. Understand the basic need of Micro Nano Machining in different
industries
2. Demonstrate and understand the Traditional Micro Nano machining
techniques
3. Demonstrate and Understand different mechanisms in Advanced Micro
Nano maching
4. Understand the importance of Abrasives in Micro Nano Machining
5. Understand the need of MEMS in Micro Nano Machining
6. To develop and exploit -/Nano machining capabilities in order to
diversify and improve manufacturing technology in the region.
Unit I
Introduction to Micro Nano Machining
Need-evolution- fundamentals and trends in micro and nano technologies-Consequences of
the technology and society-challenges to manufacturing technology-evolution of precision in
manufacturing, tooling and current scenario- Micro Nano materials, fabrication tools,
requirements and applications
Unit II
Traditional Micro Nano machining
Theory of micromachining Chip formation Size effect in micromachining microturningmicromilling, microdrilling - Micromachining tool design Precision Grinding Partial
ductile mode grinding Ultraprecision grinding
Unit III
Advanced Micro Nano machining
Introduction-Classification- Mechanical Micromachining (AJM, USM)- Thermal
Micromachining (EDM, LBM, EBM)-Electrochemical and Chemical Micromachining, Ion
Beam Machining, Photochemical Etching
Unit IV
Abrasive based Micro Nano machining
Abrasive Flow Finishing (AFF), Magnetic Abrasive Finishing (MAF), Magnetorheological
Finishing, Magnetorheological Abrasive Flow Finishing, Elastic Emission Machining (EEM)
and Magnetic Float Polishing
Unit V
MEMS
Introduction to MEMS, Definitions and classifications-History-applications-MEMS MarketBulk Micromachining- Wet and Dry Etching-Surface Micromachining-Chemical-Vapor
Deposition-Lithography-Wafer Bonding
Text Books
1. V. K. Jain, (2009) Introduction to Micromachining, Narosa publishing House, New Delhi
References
1. J. Paulo Davim, Mark J. Jackson (2009) Nano and Micromachining, John Wiley & Sons
2. V. K. Jain (2012), Micromanufacturing Processes, CRC Press

3. Mohamed Gad-el-Hak (2010) MEMS Introduction and Fundamentals, CRC Press
Mode of
Evaluation
MEE351
Pre requisite
Objectives
RAPID MANUFACTURING TECHNOLOGIES

3 0 0 3
MEE246 and MEE249 or MEE205
1. To introduce students the basics of rapid prototyping/manufacturing
technologies and systems and its applications in various fields, reverse
engineering techniques, CAD modeling techniques such as surface and
solid models, and their use in rapid prototyping applications.
2. To familiarize students how commercial rapid prototyping systems use
these models to perform activities such as part building, materials used
etc.
3. To teach students about mechanical properties and geometric issues
relating to specific rapid prototyping applications.
Expected
1. Demonstrate the knowledge of Rapid Prototyping/Manufacturing
technologies.
Outcomes
2. Get exposed to commercial Rapid Prototyping systems.
3. Possess the knowledge of Rapid Prototyping software.
4. Model and manufacture RP components.
Unit I
Introduction
Need - Development of RP systems RP process chain - Impact of Rapid Prototyping on
Product Development Digital prototyping - Virtual prototyping- Rapid Tooling - BenefitsApplications.
Unit II
Reverse Engineering and CAD Modeling
Basic concept- Digitization techniques Model Reconstruction Data Processing for Rapid
Prototyping: CAD model preparation, Data Requirements geometric modeling techniques:
Wire frame, surface and solid modeling data formats - Data interfacing, Part orientation and
support generation, Support structure design, Model Slicing and contour data organization,
direct and adaptive slicing, Tool path generation.
Unit III
Liquid Based and Solid Based Rapid Prototyping Systems
Stereolithography (SLA): Apparatus: Principle, per-build process, part-building, post-build
processes, photo polymerization of SL resins, part quality and process planning, recoating
issues, materials, advantages, limitations and applications.
Solid Ground Curing (SGC): working principle, process, strengths, weaknesses and
applications. Fused deposition Modeling (FDM): Principle, details of processes, process
variables, types, products, materials and applications. laminated object manufacturing
(LOM): Working Principles, details of processes, products, materials, advantages, limitations
and applications - Case studies.
Unit IV
Powder Based Rapid Prototyping Systems
Selective Laser Sintering(SLS): Principle, process, Indirect and direct SLS- powder
structures, modeling of SLS, materials, post processing, post curing, surface deviation and
accuracy, Applications. Three dimensional printing - types of printing, process capabilities,
material system. Solid based, Liquid based and powder based 3DP systems, strength and
weakness, Applications and case studies.
Unit V
Rapid Tooling
Direct tooling methods -Direct tooling using stereo lithography - SLS Rapid Steel Copper
Polyamide Tooling - Direct Metal Laser Sintering - Laminated Tooling - Laser Engineered
Net Shaping (LENS) - Controlled Metal Build-up (CMB) Prometal, Shape deposition
manufacturing, Selective Laser melting, Electron beam melting.Indirect Tooling methods -
RTV Silicone Rubber Molds Epoxy tooling - Vacuum Casting RIM - Wax Injection
Molding - Spin Casting - Cast Resin Tooling - Spray Metal Tooling - Sprayed Steel Rapid
Solidification Process - Plaster Molds -Electroforming - Cast Aluminum and Zinc Kirksite
Tooling - Investment Cast Tooling
Text Books
1. Noorani, R. (2006), Rapid Prototyping: Principles and Applications, John Wiley & Sons,
Inc., New Jersey.
References
1. Hopkinson, N., Hague, R.J.M. and Dickens, P.M., Rapid Manufacturing and Industrial
Revolution for the Digital Age, John Wiley and Sons Ltd, Chichester, 2005
2. Gibson, I., Software Solutions for Rapid Prototyping, Professional Engineering
Publication Ltd., 2002.
3. Patri, K. V., and Weiyin, Ma, Rapid Prototyping - Laser-based and Other Technologies,
Kluwer Academic Publishers, U.S.A., 2003.
4. Chua, C.K., Leong, K.F., Rapid Prototyping: Principles and Applications in
Manufacturing, John Wiley and Sons Inc., 2000.
5. Ali K. Kamrani, Emad Abouel Nasr, (2006), Rapid Prototyping: Theory and Practice,
Springer.
Mode of
Evaluation
MEE390
Pre requisite
Objectives
DESIGN OF MACHINE TOOL STRUCTURE
0 3
MEE247
1. To teach the principles of machine tool design in a comprehensive way
with reference to CNC machines
2. To impart the knowledge on modern drives and controls used in
machining centers
3. To create interest to the students in the filed of machine tool design
Expected
On completion of the course the students will be able to,
Outcomes
1. Know the arrangement of modern machine tool structures such as CNC
machines and machining centers
2. Design machine structures such as beds and columns for various
machine tools
3. Select suitable drives and spindles for the modern machine tools.
Unit I
Introduction
Classification of machine tools machine tool construction factors performance criteria
trends in modern machine tool kinematic arrangement of different types of machine tools
work holding and tool holding devices calculation of cutting forces and power requirements
for turning, milling, boring and grinding force distribution on different parts of drilling,
milling and grinding machine tools.
Unit II
Strength and Rigidity Of Machine Tool Structures
Basic principles of design comparison of materials used in machine tool construction
dependence of process capability on rigidity static compliance design of beds and
columns for various machine tools materials typical construction methods of increasing
rigidities - Introduction to construction of CNC horizontal and vertical machining centers
Unit III
Slide Ways and Power Screws
Slide ways types materials constructions clearance adjustments Hydrostatically
lubricated slide ways slide way design pressure distribution antifriction ways - Slide
ways and drives used in CNC machining centers.
Types and construction of power screws - design calculation - strength of lead screw - Ball
recirculating power screw - Efficiency of the ball recirculating screw - Compensation of
backlash in sliding screw assemblies
Unit IV
Spindle Assembly
Functions of Spindle units and requirements materials spindle design calculation anti
friction bearings sliding bearings - Introduction to high speed machining spindles.
Unit V
Machine Tool Dynamics
Dynamic system elastic system working processes vibration in machine tools self
excited vibration and dynamic stability basic principles of chatter effects of vibration
vibration elimination damping isolation of vibration dynamic absorber with damping.
Text Books
1. N K Metha, Machine Tool Design and Numerical Control, Tata McGraw-Hill Education,
2012
References
1. Manfred week, Hand Book of machine tools vol1, vol 2, vol.3 John Wiley & Sons,
1984.
2. N. Ignatyev, N. Acherkan, Yu Mikheyev, V Khomyakov, Machine Tool Design, University
Press of the Pacific, 2000
3. Central Machine Tool Institute, Machine Tool Design Handbook, Tata McGraw-Hill
Education, 1982
4. S K Basu, D K Pal, Design Of Machine Tools, Oxford and IBH Publishing, 2008
Mode of
Assignment/Seminar/Quiz/CAT/Term end examination
Evaluation
MEE449
Prerequisite
Objectives
ADVANCED MANUFACTURING MANAGEMENT 3 0 0 3

MEE308 & MEE401
1. To impart knowledge on the pace of changes in the manufacturing
technology.
2. To impart the knowledge of various principles, tools and techniques of
managing competitive manufacturing environment.
Expected
Outcome
1. Demonstrate an understanding of competitive manufacturing
environment.
2. Understand the principles of Group technology and FMS.
3. Study in detail about the sottware and database role FMS.
4. Understand the principles of Lean Manufacturing and ability to
implement in organization.
5. Demonstrate the concept of JIT principle in a manaufacuring system.
Unit I
Manufacturing in a Competitive Environment
Automation of manufacturing process - Numerical control - Adaptive control - material
handling and movement - Industrial robots - Sensor technology - flexible fixtures - Design
for assembly, disassembly and service.
Unit II
Group Technology & Flexible Manufacturing Systems
Part families - classification and coding - Production flow analysis - Machine cell design Benefits. Components of FMS - Application work stations - Computer control and
functions - Planning, scheduling and control of FMS - Scheduling - Knowledge based
scheduling - Hierarchy of computer control - Supervisory computer
Unit III
Computer Software, Simulation And Database of FMS
System issues - Types of software - specification and selection - Trends - Application of
simulation - software - Manufacturing data systems - data flow - CAD/CAM considerations
- Planning FMS database
Unit IV
Lean Manufacturing
Objectives of lean manufacturing-key principles and implications of lean manufacturingTraditional Vs lean manufacturing Lean benefits - Value creation and waste eliminationMajor kinds of wastes - pull production-different models of pull production-continuous
flow-continuous improvement / Kaizen- Worker involvement- Implementation of Lean
Concept.
Unit V
Just In Time
Characteristics of JIT - Pull method - quality -small lot sizes - work station loads - close
supplier ties flexible work force - line flow strategy - preventive maintenance - Kanban
system - strategic implications - implementation issues - Lean manufacture.
Text Books
1. Groover M.P., "Automation, Production Systems and Computer Integrated
Manufacturing ", Third Edition, Prentice-Hall, 2007.
References
1. S.Kalpakjian and S.R.Schmid, (2004), Manufacturing Engineering and Technology, 4 th
Edition, Pearson Education (Singapore) Pvt Ltd.
2. Taiichi Ohno, Toyota, Production System Beyond Large-Scale production ",
Productivity Press (India) Pvt.Ltd. 1992.
3. John Nicholas, (2008), Competitive Manufacturing Management, Tata McGraw Hill,
New Delhi.
4. Pascal Dennis, Lean Production Simplified: A Plain-Language Guide to the World's
Most Powerful Production System, (Second edition), Productivity Press, New York,
2007.
Mode of Evaluation
MEE450
Pre requisite
Objectives
Expected
Outcomes
ENTERPRISE RESOURCE PLANNING
2 4
MEE308 & MEE434

1. To enrich students with concepts and knowledge of ERP.
2. To prepare them to become knowledgeable ERP user professionals
suitable to Industry and Information Technology Companies.
3. To make the student a manager of computer service offerings across
business processes of an organization.
4. To provide an understanding of the managerial issues involved in the
design and implementation of Enterprise Resource Planning Systems and
focuses on the benefits that may be realized from an ERP system and on
the management of benefits from the ERP system.
At the end of the semester, students will be able to:
1. Identify the factors that lead to the development and implementation of
ERP systems
2. Discuss the pros and cons of implementing an ERP system
3. Describe how an integrated information system can support effective and
efficient business processes
Unit I
Enterprise Resource Planning: Principle ERP framework Business Blue Print Business
Engineering vs Business process Re-Engineering Tools Languages Value chain
Supply and Demand chain Extended supply chain management Dynamic Models
Process Models
Unit II
Technology and Architecture: Client/Server architecture Technology choices Internet
direction Evaluation framework CRM CRM pricing chain safety Evaluation
framework.
Unit III
ERP System Packages: SAP, People soft, BAAN and Oracle Comparison Integration of
different ERP applications ERP as sales force automation Integration of ERP and Internet
ERP Implementation strategies Organisational and social issues.
Unit IV
Oracle: Overview Architecture AIM applications Oracle SCM SAP: Overview
Architecture applications -Before and after Y2k critical issues Training on various
modules of IBCS ERP Package - Oracle ERP and MAXIMO, including ERP on the NET.
Unit V
ERP Procurement Issues Market Trends Outsourcing ERP Economics Hidden Cost
Issues ROI Analysis of cases from five Indian Companies.
Text Books:
1. Brady, Enterprise Resource Planning, Thomson Learning, 2001.
References:
1. Sadagopan.S, ERP-A Managerial Perspective, Tata McGraw-Hill, 2001.
2. Jose Antonio Hernandez, The SAP R/3 Handbook, Tata McGraw-Hill, 2001.
3. Vinod Kumar Crag and Bharat Vakharia, Enterprise Resource Planning Strategy, Jaico
Publishing house, Mumbai, 1999.
4. Alexis Leon, ERP Demystified, Tata McGrawHill Publishing company limited, New
Delhi, 2002.
Mode of
Evaluation
ENTERPRISE RESOURCE PLANNING (ERP) LAB

LIST OF MODULES
1) Production planning
2) Materials Requirement Planning
3) Quality management
4) Plant Maintenance
5) Scheduling
6) Shop floor control
7) Capacity planning
8) Sales and distribution
References: Lab Manual prepared by VIT faculty
MEE213
Pre requisite
Objectives
ROBOTICS
3 0 0 3
1. To introduce the history, constructional features and other basic
information on robotics.
2. To introduce to the sensors used in robotics.
3. To teach robot programming of a typical robot as also the concepts of
path planning and applications.
Expected
Outcomes
1. Have an awareness of basics of robotics.
2. Do robot programming.
3. Appreciate the applications of robotics and be able to apply economic
measures to justify advantages of robots in industry.
Unit I
Introduction
Definition of a Robot Basic Concepts Robot configurations Types of Robot drives
Basic robot motions Point to point control Continuous path control.
Unit II
Components and Operation
Basic control system concepts Control system analysis Robot actuation and feed back Manipulators direct and inverse kinematics - Coordinate transformation Brief Robot
dynamics. Types of Robot and Effectors Robot/ End Effector interface.
Unit III
Sensing and Machine Vision
Range sensing Proximity sensing Touch sensing Force and Torque sensing.
Introduction to Machine vision Sensing and Digitizing Image processing and analysis.
Unit IV
Robot Programming
Methods Languages Capabilities and limitation Artificial intelligence Knowledge
representation Search techniques in A I and Robotics.
Unit V
Industrial Applications
Application of robots in machining Welding Assembly Material handling Loading and
Unloading CIM Hostile and Remote environments.
Text Books
1. Richard D. Klafter, Thomas A. Chmielewski and Michael Negin, (1999), Robotic
Engineering : An Integrated Approach, Prentice Hall of India.
References
1. Mikell P. Groover, Mitchell Weiss, (1998), Industrial Robotics Technology
Programming and Applications, McGraw Hill International Edition.
2. Yoshikawa, (2004), Foundation of Robotics: Analysis and Control, Prentice Hall of India.
Mode of
Evaluation
MEE451
Prerequisite
Objectives
Expected
Outcome
AGILE MANUFACTURING
3 0 0 3
MEE434 & MEE401

1.To impart knowledge on the pace of changes in the manufacturing
technology.
2. To familiarize students with the principles of agile manufacturing processes.
3.To impart the knowledge of implementing various tools and techniques of
agile manufacturing environment.
1. Demonstrate an understanding of agile manufacturing environment
2. Understand the principles of agile practices.
3. Study in detail about the implementation agile technology.
4. Understand the performance measurement of agile Manufacturing.
5. Demonstrate the concept of learning factory principle in a manaufacuring
system.
Unit I
Types of Production- The Agile Production Paradigm- History of Agile Manufacturing- Agile
Manufacturing Vs Mass Manufacturing, Agile Manufacturing Vs Mass Customization- Agile
Manufacturing Research Centers.
Unit II
Agile Practices- Agile practice for product development - Manufacturing agile practices understanding the value of investing in people, Concept models of Agile ManufacturingInfusing managerial principles for enabling agility.
Unit III
Implementing technology to enhance agility- Implementing new technology reasons
guidelines preparation for technology implementation - A checklist, technology applications that
enhance agility - agile technology make-or-buy decisions.
Unit IV
Performance Measurement and Costing: Measurement of agility methods Scoring and Fuzzy
approaches Costing for Agile Manufacturing practices Activity Based Costing.
Unit V
Creating the learning factory: Imperative for success, factory becoming a learning factory,
building a road map for becoming a learning factory - core capabilities, guiding vision,
leadership that fits, ownership and commitment, pushing the envelope, prototypes, integration,
learning challenges for learning manufacturing business.
Text Books
1. Gunasekaran A, Agile Manufacturing, 21st Strategy Competitiveness Strategy, Elsevier
Publications, 2001.
References
1. Goldman S L, Nagal R N and Preiss K, Agile Competitors and Virtual Organizations, Van
Nostrand Reinhold, 1995.
2. Brian H Maskell, Software and the Agile Manufacturer, Computer Systems and World
Class Manufacturing, Productivity Press, 1993
3. Paul T. Kidd, Agile Manufacturing -Forging new Frontiers, Addison Wesley Publication1994.
Mode of Evaluation
MEE452
Pre requisite
Objectives
Expected
Outcomes
LOGISTICS AND SUPPLY CHAIN MANAGEMENT

3 0 0 3
MEE308 & MEE437
1. To improve the overall organization performance and customer
satisfaction by improving product or service delivery to consumer.
2. To fulfill customer demands through the most efficient use of resources,
including distribution capacity, inventory and labor.
Student will be able
1. To get a comprehensive understanding of supply chain management that
covers planning, design and operations.
2. To get an exposure to current issues in the wider context of supply chain
management and developments in Asia.
3. To understand in-depth application of theory used to solve real-world
problems with business analytics methodologies such as optimization,
simulation, data analysis, economic analysis and information
technology.
Introduction to Supply Chain Management (SCM)

Unit I
Concept of supply management and SCM, Importance of supply chain flows, Core
competency, Value chain, Elements of supply chain efficiency, Key issues in SCM, Decision
phases, Supply chain integration, Process view of a supply chain, Competitive Strategy and
supply chain strategies, Uncertainties in supply chain, Supply chain drivers.
Planning & Managing Inventories in a Supply Chain
Unit II
The role of cycle inventory in a supply chain Managing multi echelon cycle inventory
Estimating cycle inventory related costs in practice the role of safety inventory in a
supply chain managing safety inventory in a multi echelon supply chain the role of
information technology in inventory management estimating and managing safety
inventory in practice.
Designing Supply Chain Network
Unit III
Introduction, Network design, factors influencing network design, Data collection, Data
aggregation, Transportation rates, Warehouse costs, Capacities and locations, Models and
data validation, Key features of a network configuration, Impact of uncertainty on network
design, Network design in uncertain environment, Value of information: Bullwhip effect,
Information sharing, Information and supply chain trade-offs, Distribution strategies, Direct
shipment distribution strategies, transshipment and selecting appropriate strategies.
Supply Chain Integration
Unit IV
Introduction, Push, Pull and Push-pull supply chains, identifying appropriate supply chain
strategy. Sourcing and procurement, Outsourcing benefits, Importance of suppliers,
evaluating a potential supplier, Supply contracts, Competitive bidding and Negotiation.
Purchasing, Objectives of purchasing , Relations with other departments, Centralized and
Decentralized purchasing, Purchasing procedure, Types of orders, Tender buying, Eprocurement, Role of E business in supply chains.
Issues in Supply Chain Management:
Unit V
Introduction, Risk management, Managing global risk, Issues in international supply chain,
regional differences in logistics. Local issues in supply chain, issues in natural disaster and
other calamities, issues form SMEs, Organized retail in India, Reverse logistics.
Text Books
1. Designing & Managing the Supply Chain: Concepts, Strategies & Case Studies, SimchiLevi, D. Kaminsky, P. Simchi-Levi, E. and Ravi Shankar. Third Edition, Tata McGraw-
Hill, Third Edition, 2008.

References
1. Purchasing & Supply Chain Management, Doebler, D.W. and Burt, D.N. Text and Cases,
McGrawHill Publishing Company Ltd., New Delhi, 1996.
2. Supply Chain Management: Strategy, Planning & Operations, Chopra, S. and Meindl, P.
Second Edition, Pearson Education (Singapore) Pte. Ltd. 2004.

Mode of
Evaluation
LEAN ENTERPRISES AND NEW MANUFACTURING

3 0 0 3
TECHNOLOGY
Pre requisite
MEE308
Objectives
1. To provide the students an overall view of new methods of
manufacturing and operations management.
2. To introduce students to lean manufacturing and principles.
3. To teach students about strategic issues and process mapping.
4. To introduce students to cellular manufacturing and Group Technology.
Expected
Outcomes
1. Apply lean concepts in an organization.
2. Possess the knowledge of cellular manufacturing.
3. Demonstrate the understanding of Group Technology.
Unit I
Introduction to Lean manufacturing
General - Brief history of lean manufacturing Just in time Toyota systems Pioneers of
lean manufacturing Ohno and Shingo Benefits of lean manufacturing Theory of
constraints Reduction of wastes.
Unit II
Lean Manufacturing Principles
Lean manufacturing: - Principles - Basic tools - Techniques - Definition - Assessment tools Implementing lean manufacturing Science behind lean manufacturing Capacity utilization
- Variability - Delivery
Unit III
Strategic Issues
Strategic issues: - Actions - Issues - Focus - Leadership - Management of teams Training.
Lean accounting: Activity based costing - Product costing - Volume adjusted costing
Focused factory concept Building strategic advantage through enterprise wide.
Unit IV
Process Mapping
Value stream and process mapping: - Overview - Where to use - Step by step approach
How to use Reduce stream mapping Present and future states - VSM symbols Process
mapping - Detailed instructions - limits - facilitation
Unit V
Cellular Manufacturing
Cellular manufacturing: - Work cell Cell design - Facility planning Plant layout
Balancing the work in work cells Tact time Defining - Benefits - Uses - Limitations
Facilities planning tools. Group technology coding classification - Productivity Improvement
Aids - Kaizen Kanban - 5S - TPM - Automation - Jidoka Mistake proofing Yoko poko
Design Root cause analysis - Failure models and effects.
Text Books
1. Taiichi Ohno, (1988), The Toyota Production System (Beyond Large Scale production),
Portland, Oregon Productivity Press.
References
1. Kigoshi Suzaki, (1988), The New Manufacturing Challenge, Free Press, New York.
2. Shigeo Shing, (1989), Study of Toyota Production System, Portland, Oregon Productivity
Press.
Mode of Evaluation
MEE435
MEE340
Pre requisite
Objectives
PRODUCT DESIGN FOR MANUFACTURING 2 1 0 3

MEE246, MEE247 and MEE249 or MEE217
1. To expose the students to the basics of product design and
manufacturing.
2. To introduce students to principles and evaluation methods of various
aspects of designing components.
3. To teach students about the manufacturability requirements and
assembly.
Expected
Outcomes
1. Possess customer-oriented, manufacturing and life cycle sensitive
approach to product design and development, with product design
principles and structured design methodologies.
2. Possess methods and approaches for developing, implementing and
nurturing an effective DFM process within the firm.
3. Demonstrate the knowledge of DFMA software for case studies.
Unit I
Introduction to Product design
Introduction to Product design: Asimows Model - Product design practice in Industry Strength consideration in product design - Design for stiffness and rigidity.
Unit II
Principles and evaluation methods
Principles and evaluation methods of various aspects of Design for X (machining sheet
metal working - injection molding - environment - service and repair - etc.).
Unit III
Manufacturability requirements
Manufacturability requirements - Forging design - Pressed component design Casting
design - Die Casting and special castings.
Unit IV
Assembly and assembly process
Assembly and assembly process - principles of Design for assembly and applications
(Boothroyd/Dewhurst Method case studies using DFMA software.)
Unit V
Other supporting techniques
Other supporting techniques for new product development processes such as quality function
deployment - and quality engineering and Taguchi Method.
Text Books
1. Boothroyd, G., (1999), Product Design for Manufacture and Assembly, Marcel Decker.
References
1. Bralla, J.G., (1999), Design for Manufacturability Handbook, McGraw-Hill.
2. A.K. Chitale, R.C. Gupta, (1997), Product Design and Manufacturing, Printice Hall of
India.
3. James G. Bralla, (1999), Hand Book of Product Design for Manufacturing, McGraw Hill
Company.
4. Swift K.G., (1999), Knowledge based design for manufacture, Kogan Page Ltd.
Mode of
Evaluation

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Total number of Credits

English for Engineers I

English for Engineers II

Multivariable Calculus and Differential

Problem Solving Using C

Ethics and Values

Probability and Statistics

Differential and Difference

Computer Aided Machine Drawing

Theory of Metal Joining

Theory of Metal Casting

Theory of Metal Cutting

Mechanics of Solids and Fluids

Theory of Metal Forming

Simulation Modeling And Analysis

Kinematics and Dynamics of

Total Quality Management

Industrial Engineering Project

Psychology and Sociology

Programme Electives (Credits to be earned: 15)

Design of Composite Materials

Advanced Metal Forming

Project Management and

Facilities and Process Planning

Micro and Nano Machining

Enterprise Resource Planning

Logistics & Supply Chain

1. To create awareness and emphasize the need for Engineering Graphics in

BASIC ELECTRICAL AND ELECTRONICS

MATERIAL SCIENCE AND METALLURGY

1. To provide the basic knowledge needed to explore the discipline of

COMPUTER AIDED MACHINE DRAWING

THEORY OF METAL JOINING

Joint using manual Arc welding

THEORY OF METAL CASTING

Green sand moulding using single piece pattern.

THEORY OF METAL CUTTING

Technology, Pearson Education.

List of Lab Exercises

MECHANICS OF SOLIDS AND FLUIDS

MECHANICS OF SOLIDS AND FLUIDS LAB

CNC MACHINES AND PROGRAMMING

CNC PROGRAMMING LAB

THEORY OF METAL FORMING

THERMODYNAMICS AND HEAT TRANSFER

1. To cover basic principles of thermodynamics and heat transfer.

INDUSTRIAL ENGINEERING AND MANAGEMENT

MEE247 or (MEE217 & MEE302)

SIMULATION MODELING AND ANALYSIS

Manufacturing automation laboratory experiments:

KINEMATICS & DYNAMICS OF MACHINERY

RELIABILITY, MAINTENANCE AND SAFETY

STATISTICAL QUALITY CONTROL

QUALITY CONTROL LABORATORY

Process Capability Analysis; Attribute control Charts P- Chart, C-chart, np chart;

Acceptance sampling: Operating Characteristics curve;

Probability Distributions: Normal Distribution, Rectangular Distribution.

Design of Experiments Software:

Reliability Software: Introduction and Practice on Reliasoft

PRODUCTION PLANNING AND CONTROL

OPTIMIZATION TECHNIQUES LAB

Initial Solution of TP,

Inventory Price Break Models

Production & B. Tech. Production and Industrial Engg. Curriculum & Syllabus

Production & B. Tech. Production and Industrial Engg. Curriculum & Syllabus