Bachelor of Engineering (BTech Structural Engineering)

Eligibility:

The candidate must have passed 10+2 or equivalent examination with at least 50% aggregate marks in Mathematics, Physics and Chemistry.

Course Description:

Hindustan University, Chennai is offering Bachelor of Engineering (BTech Structural Engineering). In this section, learn about the Bachelor of Engineering (BTech Structural Engineering) course at Hindustan University, Chennai

Civil Engineering with structural engineering involves planning, designing, executing and maintaining of structural works. Civil Engineers develop infrastructure to have a profound effect on the society considering the function, aesthetics, economics and sustainability.

Course Overview :

The course includes basic sciences, mathematics, engineering graphics and computing techniques in the first year. Building drawing and the other laboratory classes help the students to understand Civil Engineering in a practical way. In the second year, the fundamental principles are applied to study the behaviour of Solids, Fluids and Soils. Transportation Engineering and Environmental Engineering are also introduced. From the third year, electives are offered in the areas of Structural Engineering. Students can opt for special electives such as:

=> Concrete Technology
=> Finite Element Analysis
=> Ground Improvement Techniques
=> Modern Construction Materials
=> Aseismic Design of Structures
=> Wind Engineering
=> Bridge Structures
=> Repair and Rehabilitation of Structures
=> Tall Structures

In the final year, students have to undertake a design project and a main project in the areas of Structural Engineering.

Career Opportunities :

Structural Engineers can find jobs in Government departments, such as PWD., Railways Department, Highways Department, Engineers India Ltd.,DRDO., ISRO., BARC. ONGC., SERC., Private and Public sector industries such as L & T., TCS., DLF., Eversendai Construction Pvt Ltd.,Gammon India., research and teaching institutions. There is always a high demand for experienced Structural Engineers globally.