Master of Technology

In
Mechanical Engineering (Manufacturing)

Course Structure & Syllabus

Department of Mechanical Engineering

National Institute of Technology Hamirpur
Hamirpur (HP) – 177005, India
 Course Structure of M.Tech. Mechanical Engineering (Manufacturing)
SEMESTER-I
Sr. Course Course Name Teaching Schedule Hours/ Credit
No. No. L T P week
1 ME-651 Theory of Casting and Welding 4 0 0 4 4
2 ME-652 Computer Integrated 4 0 0 4 4
Manufacturing Systems
3 ME-653 Logistics and Supply Chain Management 4 0 0 4 4
4 ME-7MN Programme Elective- I 4 0 0 4 4
5 ME-7MN Programme Elective –II 4 0 0 4 4
6 ME-654 Manufacturing Engineering Lab-I 0 0 4 4 2
Total 20 0 4 24 22

Programme Elective-I & II: List of Programme Electives is given in the Annexure.
SEMESTER-II
Sr. Course Course Name Teaching Schedule Hours/ Credit
No No. week
L T P
1. ME-661 Machining Science and Technology 4 0 0 4 4
2 ME-662 Mechatronics and Robotics 4 0 0 4 4
3 ME-663 Quality System and 4 0 0 4 4
Reliability Engineering
4 ME-7MN Programme Elective –III 4 0 0 4 4
5 ME-7MN Programme Elective –IV 4 0 0 4 4
6 ME-664 Manufacturing Engineering Lab-II 0 0 4 4 2
Eengineering
Total 20 0 4 24 22

Programme Elective-III & IV: List of Programme Electives is given in the Annexure.
SEMESTER-III
Sr. Course No. Course Name Hours/week Credit
No.
1 ME- 801 State-of-the-Art Seminar -- 4
2 ME- 800 M. Tech. Dissertation -- 16
Total 20

SEMESTER-IV
Sr. No. Course No. Course Name Hours/week Credit
1 ME- 800 M. Tech. Dissertation -- 20
Total 20
Total Credit of the Programme = 84
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 Annexure
List of Programme Electives

Programme Elective-I:

ME-721: Materials and Materials Characterization

ME-722: Design and Analysis of Experiments
ME-723: Product Lifecycle Management

Programme Elective-II:

ME-726: Additive Manufacturing Technologies

ME-727: Computer Aided Design for Manufacturing
ME-728: Tool Design

Programme Elective-III:

ME-731: Optimization Methods in Engineering

ME-732: Soft Computing Methods in Engineering
ME-733: Finite Elements in Engineering

Programme Elective-IV:

ME-736: Metal Forming Processes and Analysis

ME-737: Laser Material Processing
ME-738: Manufacturing of Non-Metallic Products

Department of Mechanical Engineering 3

Course Name: Theory of Casting and Welding
Course Code: ME-651
Course Type: Core
Contact Hours/Week: 4L Course Credits: 04
Course Objectives
 To impart knowledge of design of different components related to casting such as pattern, core, gate,
riser etc.
 To understand the concepts of cooling and solidification of metal and alloys in casting processes.
 To impart the knowledge of the physics involved behind different welding techniques.
 To impart knowledge of advanced welding processes such as underwater welding, welding in space.
Course Content
Theory of Metal Casting: Overview and Classification, Mould Parting Analysis, Pattern Design; Core Design;
Gating Design and Analysis: Mould Filling Characteristics, Fluidity and Turbulence, Types of Gating Element
Design, Mould Filling Analysis Including Effect of Different Head Losses, Cooling and Solidification,
Solidification of Pure Metals and Alloys, Nucleation and Growth, Progressive and Directional Solidification,
CFR; Mathematical Treatment of Solidification (Solidification Time and Rate): Insulating Mould, Predominant
Interface Resistance, Constant Casting Surface Temperature, Predominant Resistance in Mould and Solidified
Metal, Feeder Design and Analysis: Feeder Shapes and Location, Risering Curves, NRL Method of Riser
Design, Risering of Complex Casting, Feeding Distance and Riser Placement, Feed Aid Design.
Theory of Metal Welding: Overview and Classification of Welding Processes, Theory of Arc Welding:
Physics of Welding Arc, Welding Power Sources, Constructional Features, Static and Dynamic Characteristics,
Duty Cycle, Welding arc Characteristics and its Relationship with Power Source, Arc Efficiency, Arc Below;
Metal Transfer: Classification, Forces Acting on The Drop, Metal Transfer Mechanism, Transition Current,
Melting Rate, Effect of Polarity, Deposition Efficiency; Theory of Resistance Welding: Principle of Contact
Resistance, Calculation of Current, Time and Voltage for Spot Welding, Choice of Electrode Material,
Electrode Shapes, Shunt Current, Theory of Electron Beam Welding, Ultrasonic Welding, Explosive Welding,
Friction Stir Welding, Electromagnetic Pulse Welding, High Velocity Projectile Impact Welding, Welding of
Plastic, Underwater Welding and Welding in Space, Welding of Cryogenic Materials, Thermal Stresses and
Distortion in Welded Structures.
Course Outcomes
Upon successful completion of the course, the students will be able to
CO1: Identify the process requirements to manufacture a specific product by casting and welding processes.
CO2: Describe the effects of various parameters on the quality of the product produced.
CO3: Describe the mechanism of metal transfer in electric arc welding.
CO4: Assess the various potential areas in manufacturing industries where the knowledge of advanced
welding processes can of great use.
Books and References
1. Fundamentals of Metal Casting by R. A. Flinn, Addison Wesley.
2. Manufacturing Science by Ghosh and Malik, East West Press New Delhi.
3. The Physics of Welding by J. F. Lancaster, Pergamon Press.
4. Principles of Welding by R.W. Messler, John Wiely & Sons.

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Course Name: Computer Integrated Manufacturing Systems
Course Code: ME-652
Course Type: Core
Contact Hours/Week: 4L Course Credits: 04
Course Objectives
 To introduce process of simplification of production processes, product designs, and factory organization.
 To impart knowledge about automation of production processes and a business functions that support them.
 To enable and integrate all production and support processes using networks and other information.
Technologies.
Course Content
Introduction: Manufacturing Enterprise: External and Internal Challenges, World-Class Order-Winning Criteria,
CIM- Definition, Benefits and Implementation Steps, Manufacturing Systems: Classification, Elements or Sections
of a Typical Manufacturing Organization, Structure and Functional Areas of CIM System-CAD, CAPP, CAM,
CAQC, ASRS, Advantages of CIM.
Planning and Scheduling Functions in CIM System: Aggregate Production Planning (APP), Master Production
Schedule (MPS), Material Requirement Planning (MRP), Capacity Requirement Panning (CRP), Manufacturing
Resource Planning (MRP-II), Just-in-Time Production Systems and Concept of Enterprise Resource Planning
(ERP).
Computer-Aided Process Planning: Approaches–Variant and Generative, Feature Classification and
Recognition, Process Classifications and Selections, Machines and Tool Selection, Setting Process Parameters,
Process Sheet Documentation.
Database and Communication in CIM System: Data Communication Technologies, Database Management
Technologies, Automated Data Collection in Shop Floor.
Flexible Manufacturing Systems: Introduction, Configurations of Workstations, Planning, Applications and
Benefits, Cellular Manufacturing, Group Technology.
Intelligent Manufacturing Techniques: World Class Manufacturing, Lean Manufacturing, Agent Technology,
Reengineering, Material Requirement Planning, Enterprise Resource Planning, JIT Production System, Kanban
System, Automation, Automated Material Handling, Storage and Retrieval Systems.
Course Outcomes
Upon successful completion of the course, the students will be able to
CO1: Identify multiple factory floor functions which could be integrated through computer assisted applications.
CO2: Describe structure and functional areas of CIM system.
CO3: Apply principles of intelligent manufacturing techniques.
CO4: Assess the direct control and monitoring of all the manufacturing oriented operations.
Books and References
1. Computer-Integrated Manufacturing by J.A. Rehg and W.K. Henry, Pearson Education, New Delhi.
2. Automation Production Systems and Computer-Integrated Manufacturing by M.P. Groover, Pearson Education
Singapore.
3. Principles of Computer Integrated Manufacturing by S. K. Vajpayee, PHI Delhi.
4. Systems Approach to Computer Integrated Design and Manufacturing by Nanua Singh, John Wiley & Sons, New Delhi.
5. Computer Integrated Manufacturing- An Introduction with Case Studies by Paul G. Ranky, Prentice-Hall International.

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Course Name: Logistics and Supply Chain Management
Course Code: ME-653
Course Type: Core
Contact Hours/Week: 4L Course Credits: 04
Course Objectives
 To impart knowledge about maximization of overall value generated through the connected network of
individuals, organizations, resources, activities and technologies involved in the manufacturing.
 To introduce cost reduction mechanism while maintaining quality and timely management of different
operational activities.
 To teach how to improve the overall organizational performance and customer satisfaction by improving
product and service delivery to customer.
Course Content
Introduction: Concepts, Drivers and Obstacles, Planning Demand and Supply in a Supply Chain, Demand
Forecasting.
Physical Distribution: Participation in the Physical Distribution Functions, The Environment of Physical
Distribution, Channel Design Strategies and Structure, Electing Channel Members, Setting Distribution Objectives
and Tasks, Target Markets and Channel Design Strategies.
Logistics Management: Logistics as Part of SCM, Logistics Costs, Different Models, Logistics Subsystem,
Inbound and Outbound Logistics, Bullwhip Effect in Logistics, Distribution and Warehousing Management.
Purchasing & Vendor Management: Centralized and Decentralized Purchasing, Functions of Purchase
Department and Purchase Policies, Use of Mathematical Model for Vendor Rating / Evaluation, Single Vendor
Concept, Management of Stores, Accounting for Materials, Aggregate Planning, Management of Inventory in
Global Supply Chain.
Supply Chain: Building Blocks of Supply Chain Network, Performance Measures in Decisions in the Supply
Chain World, Models For Supply Chain Decision Making, Supply Chain Inventory Management, Economic Order
Quantity Models, Recorder Point Models, Multichannel Inventory Systems, Supply Chain Facilities Layout,
Capacity Planning, Inventory Optimization, Dynamic Routing and Scheduling. Role of Information Technology in
Supply Chain, E-Business and the Supply Chain, Factors Influencing Logistics and Decision, Bench Marking and
Performance Measurement, Supply Chain Risk, Reverse Logistics, Green Supply Chain.
Course Outcomes
Upon successful completion of the course, the students will be able to
CO1: Identify ways to fulfill customer demand through efficient resources.
CO2: Describe the process of planning, implementing and controlling the efficient, effective flow and storage
of goods, services and related information from point of origin to point of consumption.
CO3: Apply principles of effective distribution and optimization of pre & post inventory levels.
CO4: Assess the product demand by driving customer value, improving responsiveness, facilitating financial
success and building a good network.
Books and References
1. Supply Chain Management by John T. Mentzer, SAGE Publication, New Delhi.
2. Business Logistics/Supply Chain Management by Ballou & Srivastava, Pearson Education, New, Delhi.
3. Supply Chain Logistics Management by Bowersox, Closs and Cooper, Tata McGraw-Hill.
4. Logistics and Supply Chain Management by Martin Christopher, Financial Times Prentice New Delhi.
5. Supply Chain Management: Text and Cases by Janat Shah, Pearson Education, New Delhi.
Department of Mechanical Engineering 6
Course Name: Machining Science and Technology
Course Code: ME-661
Course Type: Core
Contact Hours/Week: 4L Course Credits: 04
Course Objectives
 To study the basics and mechanics of metal machining.
 To study the different types of cutting tools, tool materials & geometry of cutting tools.
 To understand the details of grinding process.
 To learn introductory concepts of various advanced machining processes.
Course Content
Introduction: Need and Classification of Machining Processes, Types of Studies in Machining Processes –
Experimental and Theoretical.

Cutting Machining: Mechanics of Turning, Drilling and Milling, Specifications of Cutting Tools for Turning,
Drilling and Milling, Measurement of Cutting Forces and Temperature.

Abrasive Machining: Mechanics of Abrasive Grinding, Specification of Grinding Wheel, Classifications of

Grinding Processes, Wheel Conditioning, Elastic Emission Machining.

Erosive Machining: Process Principle, Applications, Equipments, Process Analysis and Tool Design of Electro-
Discharge Machining (EDM), Ultrasonic Machining (USM) and Electro-Chemical Machining (ECM), Process
Principle, Applications and Equipments for Beam Machining Processes (LBM, EBM and IBM), Jet Machining
Processes: (AJM, WJM, AWJM and IWJM), Chemical Machining Processes (CHM, PCM and BCM).

Course Outcomes
Upon successful completion of the course, the students will be able to
CO1: Describe the mechanism of metal removal in different machining processes.
CO2: Describe the effect of different grinding and dressing parameters on forces and surface integrity.
CO3: Implement the knowledge of advanced machining processes to machine the components made of
difficult-to-machine materials.
CO4: Describe the various aspects of tool design in advanced machining processes.
Books and References
1. Introduction to Machining Science by G. K. Lal, New Age International Publisher Limited, New Delhi.
2. Principles of Abrasive Processing by M. C. Shaw, Clarendon Press.
3. Advanced Machining Processes by V. K. Jain, Allied Publisher, Mumbai.
4. Advanced Machining Processes by Hassan El-Hofy, Mc-Graw Hill Inc., New York.
5. Advanced Methods of Machining by J. A. Mc Gough, Chapman and Hall, London.

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Course Name: Mechatronics and Robotics
Course Code: ME-662
Course Type: Core
Contact Hours/Week: 4L Course Credits: 04
Course Objectives
 To develop an ability to identify, formulate, and solve engineering problems.
 To develop an ability to design a system, component, or process to meet desired needs within realistic
constraints.
 To develop ability to integrate and use systems or devices incorporating modern microelectronics, information
technologies and modern engineering tools for product design, development and manufacturing.

Course Content
Mechatronics: Definition and Approach of Mechatronics, Measurement and Control Systems, Microprocessor
Based Controllers and Mechatronics Approach; Sensors and Transducers: Performance Terminology,
Displacement, Velocity, Position, Proximity, Force, Fluid Pressure, Liquid Level, Temperature, Light Sensors,
Procedure for Selection; Signal Conditioning: Op Amp, Protection, Digital Signals, Multiplexes and Digital
Signal Processing, Pulse Modulation; Pneumatic and Hydraulic Systems: Actuation Systems, Directions,
Pressure and Process Control Valve, Pneumatic and Hydraulic Systems; Electrical Actuation System: Mechanical
Switches, Solid State Switches, Solenoid, DC/AC Motors, Stepper Motors; Microprocessor and its Application:
Architecture of Microprocessor 8085, Instruction Set, Embedding a Microprocessor into a Mechatronics System.

Robotics: Need and Classifications of Robots, Robot Peripherals, Sensors, Machine Vision: Image Processing &
Analysis, Application of Artificial Intelligence, Voice Communication; Robot Control Units: Motion Controls.
Robot Kinematics, Homogeneous Transformations, Forward & Inverse Kinematics, Problems of Dynamics,
Differential Relationships, Motion Trajectories, Dynamics of Robot Control of Single & Multiple Link Robot,
Static Force Analysis.

Robot Programming: Different Languages Expert Systems. Robot Applications in Manufacturing, Material
Transfer & Machine Loading/Unloading, Processing Operations, Inspection, Automation, Robot Cell Design,
Control, Recent Developments and Special Applications, Micro & Bio Robotics.

Course Outcomes
Upon successful completion of the course, the students will be able to
CO1: Model and analyze electrical and mechanical systems and their interconnection.
CO2: Integrate mechanical, electronics, control and computer engineering in the design of mechatronics
systems.
CO3: Demonstrate knowledge of electrical circuits and logic design.
Books and References
1. Mechatronics: Principles, Concepts and Applications by Mahalik, TMH New Delhi.
2. Mechatronics by HMT, TMH New Delhi.
3. Mechatronics by W. Bolton, Pearson Education.
4. Robotic Technology and Flexible Automation by S.R Deb, TMH New Delhi.
5. Industrial Robotics by Fu & Gonzales, TMH New Delhi.

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Course Name: Quality System and Reliability Engineering
Course Code: ME-663
Course Type: Core
Contact Hours/Week: 4L Course Credits: 04
Course Objectives
 To define a formalized system that documents processes, procedures, and responsibilities for achieving
quality policies and objectives.
 To coordinate and direct an organization’s activities to meet customer and regulatory requirements to
improve its effectiveness and efficiency on a continuous basis.
Course Content
Fundamental of Quality: Contribution of Quality Gurus, Quality Cost, Statistical Process Control & Process
Capability, Acceptance Sampling Plans for Attribute and Variable, Taguchi Quality Loss Function and Concept
of Robust Design, Concept of Six Sigma, FMEA, QFD, Poka Yoke, ISO 9000 Series of Standard, QS 9000,
TQM, Quality Circles. Benchmarking.
Statistical Quality Control (SQC): Definition, Benefits and Limitation of SQC, Quality Assurance, Quality
Cost, Variation in Process & Process Capability, Process Capability Studies and Simple Problems, Theory of
Control Chart, Uses of Control Chart, Control Chart for Variables-X Chart, R Chart and S Chart.
Process Control for Attributes: Control Chart for Attributes , Control Chart for Proportion or Fraction
Defectives - p Chart and np Chart, Control Chart for Defects - C and U Charts, State of Control and Process Out
of Control Identification in Charts, Acceptance Sampling, Lot By Lot Sampling, Types – Probability of
Acceptance in Single, Double, Multiple Sampling Techniques, O.C. Curves Producer’s Risk and Consumer’s
Risk, AQL, LTPD, AOQL Concepts, Standard Sampling Plans for AQL and LTPD, Uses of Standard Sampling
Plans.
Reliability: Life Testing, Objective, Failure Data Analysis, Mean Failure Rate, Mean Time to Failure, Mean
Time Between Failure, Hazard Rate, System Reliability, Series, Parallel and Mixed Configuration, Simple
Problems, Maintainability and Availability, Simple Problems, Acceptance Sampling Based on Reliability Test,
O.C. Curves, Quality and Reliability, Reliability Improvement Techniques, Use of Pareto Analysis, Design for
Reliability, Redundancy Unit and Standby Redundancy, Optimization in Reliability, Product Design, Product
Analysis, Product Development, Product Life Cycles.
Integrated Quality Control: Contemporary Developments in the Field of Quality Management, The Role of
Quality Control in the Modern Enterprise, Responsibility as a Result of Poor Quality, Quality and
Standardization, Fundamental Concepts of the Croatian Legislation, Norms and Standard System.
Course Outcomes
Upon successful completion of the course, the students will be able to
CO1: Identify three components of quality system: high accuracy, compliance with applicable standards, and
high customer satisfaction.
CO2: Describe the ways to induce quality in every segment of manufacturing organization.
CO3: Apply principles of Total Quality Management.
CO4: Assess each measure of Quality and Reliability to insure product’s competency in world market.
Books and References
1. Statistical Quality Control by V. Grant, Eugene, McGraw-Hill, New Delhi.
2. Reliability Engineering by L.S. Srinath, Affiliated East West Press, New Delhi.
3. Statistical Quality Control by R.C. Gupta, Khanna Publishers, Delhi.
4. Quality Control by D.H. Biesterfield, Prentice Hall, Delhi.
5. Practical Reliability Engineering by Connor, John Wiley, Delhi.

Department of Mechanical Engineering 9

Course Name: Materials and Materials Characterization
Course Code: ME-721
Course Type: Programme Elective-I
Contact Hours/Week: 4L Course Credits: 04
Course Objectives
 To provide a recapitulation to the basics of different engineering materials.
 To provide the understanding of surface texture, surface roughness parameters, surface roughness measuring
instruments and techniques.
 To provide a thorough introduction to the principles and practice of diffraction.
 To provide basic description of a range of common characterization methods for the determination of the
structure and composition of solids.
Course Content
Introduction to Materials: Scope and Classification of Engineering Materials, Types, Properties and
Applications of Metals and Alloys, Super Alloy, Polymers, Ceramics, Composites, Piezoelectric Materials
(PZT) and Shape Memory Alloys (SMA).
Surface Texture Characterization: Surface Texture, Components of Surface Texture, Distinction between Flat
and Smooth Surfaces, Parameters used in Surface Roughness Measurement and their Significance, Surface
Roughness Measuring Instruments and Techniques.
Scanning Electron Microscopy (SEM): Theory and Principles, Construction, Controls and Operation of
Scanning Electron Microscopy, Electron Gun Parameters, Imaging Parameters, Image Contrast (Topographic
and Atomic Number Contrasts), Environmental Scanning Electron Microscopy, High Resolution SEM Imaging,
EDS/EDAX Analysis.
Transmission Electron Microscopy (TEM): Theory and Principles, Construction and Controls.
Electron Micro Probe Analyzer: Theory and Principles, Quantitative and Qualitative Analysis.
X-ray Diffraction (XRD): Principle, Crystallography and Rietveld Analysis, Quantitative and Qualitative
Analysis, Residual Stress Analysis, Determination of Layer Thickness, Small Angle X-Ray Scattering (SAXS),
Atomic Pair Distribution Function.
Atomic Force Microscopy (AFM): Principle, Sample Preparation and Mounting, Scanning Techniques, Image
Capturing, Manipulation and Analysis Techniques.
Thermal Analysis: Principles and Applications of Thermal Analysis, Dynamic Mechanical Analyzer.
Mechanical Property Characterization
Electron Microscopy Techniques: Principles and Characterization Techniques Related to Measurement of
Tensile, Compressive, Hardness, Fatigues and Fracture Toughness Properties.
Course Outcomes
Upon successful completion of the course, the students will be able to
CO1: Understand the fundamental of engineering materials and surface texture.
CO2: Describe theory and practice of X-ray and electron diffraction.
CO3: Identify basic elements of electron microscopy.
CO4: Identify basic aspects of optical characterization methods.
Books and References
1. Materials Science and Engineering: An Introduction by William D. Callister and David G. Rethwisch, Wiley.
2. Elements of X-Ray Diffraction by B.D. Cullity, Prentice Hall, New Delhi.
3. Fundamental of Light Microscopy and Electronic Imaging by Douglas B. Murphy, Kindle Edition.
4. Engineering Metrology by R. K. Jain, Khanna Publishers.
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Course Name: Design and Analysis of Experiments
Course Code: ME-722
Course Type: Programme Elective-I
Contact Hours/Week: 4L Course Credits: 04
Course Objectives
 To design the experiment that aims to describe the variation of information under conditions those are
hypothesized to reflect the variation.
 To predict the outcome by introducing a change of the pre-conditions which is represented by one or
more independent variables by identifying control variables.
 To explore main concerns in experimental design that includes the establishment of validity, reliability,
and replicability.
Course Content
Introduction, Basic Principles and Applications of Experimental Design, Statistical Methods, Sampling and
Sampling Distributions, Randomized Designs, Paired Comparison Designs, Mean and Variances of Normal
Distribution, Analysis of Variance (ANOVA); Checking of Model Adequacy, Practical Interpretation of Results,
Determination of Sample Size, The Random Effects Model, The Regression Approach to the ANOVA, Non
Parametric Methods, Experiments With Blocking Factors, Latin Square Design, Graeco-Latin Square Design
and Balanced Incomplete Block Designs; Factorial Experiments; Two Factor Factorial Design and General
Factorial Design, Fitting Response Curves and Surfaces, Blocking in a Factorial Design. Two-Level Factorial
Designs; 22 and 23 Design, General 2k Design: Single Replicate and un-replicated, Addition of Center Points,
Blocking and Confounding; Factorial Design in Two Blocks; Two-Level Fractional Factorial Designs; General
2k-P Fractional Factorial Design; Regression Modeling and Linear Regression Models; Hypothesis Testing in
Multiple Regression, Prediction of New Regression Observations, Regression Model Diagnostics, Testing for
Lack of Fit; Response Surface Methodology: Introduction, Method of Steepest Ascent, Analysis of a Second
Order Response Surface; Experimental Design for Fitting Response Surface; Experiments with Computer
Models, Random Effects Models; Two-Factor Factorial with Random Factor and Two-Factor Mixed Model,
Rules for Expected Mean Square; Approximate F Tests; Non Normal Response and Transformations,
Unbalanced Data in a Factorial Design, Analysis of Covariance, Repeated Measures.

Course Outcomes
Upon successful completion of the course, the students will be able to
CO1: Identify and select suitable experimental design for the study.
CO2: Describe the variation of information under conditions those are hypothesized to reflect the variation.
CO3: Apply the principles of statistics.
CO4: Assess the risk of measurement error and selecting the suitable variables for the study.
Books and References
1. Design and analysis of experiments by D.C. Montgomery, Wiley.
2. Design and analysis of experiments by Angela M. Dean and Daniel Voss, Springer.
3. Experiments: Planning, analysis and optimization by C.F. Jeff Wu and S. Michael, Hamada Publishers.

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Course Name: Product Lifecycle Management
Course Code: ME-723
Course Type: Programme Elective-I
Contact Hours/Week: 4L Course Credits: 04
Course Objectives
 To understand how the life of a product passes through multiple phases, involves many professional
disciplines, and requires many skills, tools and processes.
 To get familiar with the strategies involved in each life cycle stage so that the offering should be
managed efficiently for the buyers to get value from it.
Course Content
Introduction to Product Lifecycle Management (PLM): Product Lifecycle Management (PLM), Need for
PLM, Product Lifecycle Phases, Opportunities of Globalization, Pre-PLM Environment, PLM Paradigm,
Importance & Benefits of PLM, Widespread Impact of PLM, Focus and Application, A PLM Project, Starting
the PLM Initiative, PLM Applications, PLM Strategies: Industrial Strategies, Strategy Elements, Its
Identification, Selection and Implementation, Developing PLM Vision and PLM Strategy , Change Management
for PLM.
Product Development: Definition and Objective, Role of Designer in Product Development, Manufacturing &
Economic Aspects of Product Development, Product Promotion & Development. Integration of Environmental
Aspects in Product Development: Sustainable Development, Design For Environment, Need for Life Cycle
Environmental Strategies, Useful Life Extension Strategies, End-of-Life Strategies, Introduction of
Environmental Strategies into the Design Process, Life Cycle Environmental Strategies and Considerations for
Product Design.
Life Cycle Assessment and Life Cycle Cost Analysis: Properties, and Framework of Life Cycle Assessment,
Phases of LCA in ISO Standards, Fields of Application and Limitations of Life Cycle Assessment, Cost
Analysis and the Life Cycle Approach, General Framework for LCCA, Evolution of Models for Product Life
Cycle Cost Analysis.
Technology Forecasting (TF): Evolution for TF and its Importance, Role of TF in Different Phases of PLM,
Future Mapping, Methods of Technology Forecasting: Relevance Trees, Morphological Methods and Mission
Flow Diagram, Combining Forecast of Different Technologies.
Course Outcomes
Upon successful completion of the course, the students will be able to
CO1: Identify various stages involved in the life cycle of a product.
CO2: Describe the various types of analysis involved, once the product is designed and put into market
CO3: Apply principles of cost analysis.
CO4: Assess and enable the organizations to overcome the increased complexity and engineering challenges
of developing new products for the global competitive markets.
Books and References
1. Product Lifecycle Management: Driving the Next Generation of Lean Thinking by Michael Grieve, Tata McGraw Hill.
2. Product Lifecycle Management: Paradigm for 21 st Century Product Realization by John Stark, Springer-Verlag.
3. Product Design for the Environment-A life Cycle Approach by Fabio Giudice and Guido La Rosa, Taylor & Francis.

Department of Mechanical Engineering 12

Course Name: Additive Manufacturing Technologies
Course Code: ME-726
Course Type: Programme Elective-II
Contact Hours/Week: 4L Course Credits: 04
Course Objectives
 To acquaint students with the concept of Additive Manufacturing (AM), various AM technologies, selection
of materials for AM, modeling of AM processes, and their applications in various fields.
Course Content
Introduction: Traditional Manufacturing v/s Additive Manufacturing (AM); Computer Aided Design (CAD)
and AM; AM Process Chain; Application Level: Direct Processes, Rapid Prototyping, Rapid Tooling, Rapid
Manufacturing; Indirect Prototyping and Tooling, Indirect Manufacturing, Simultaneous Engineering and
Additive Manufacturing Technologies (AMT), Support Structure in AM, Generation of Physical Layer
Modelling: Virtual Prototyping. Tessellation (STL Format) and Tessellation Algorithms. Defects in STL Files
and Repairing Algorithms. Various Slicing Procedures. Accuracy and Surface Quality in AM, Effect of Part
Orientation on Accuracy, Surface Finish, Build Time and Cost; Various Rapid Tooling Techniques. Introduction
to Reverse Engineering.
Materials for AM: Different Materials used for AM. Use of Multiple Materials, Multi-Functional and Graded
Materials in AM. Role of Solidification Rate. Evolution of Non-Equilibrium Structure, Structure Property
Relationship. Grain Structure and Micro-Structure.
Technologies of AM: Liquid Based-Stereo Lithography and Solid Ground Curing; Powder Based-Selective
Laser Sintering and Three-Dimensional Printing; Solid Based-Fused Deposition Modelling (FDM) and
Laminated Object Manufacturing (LOM), Micro and Nano AM Processes.
Mathematical Models for AM Processes: Transport Phenomena Models; Temperature, Fluid Flow and
Composition, Buoyancy Driven Flow, Surface Tension Driven Free Surface Flow (Study of Molten Pool). Case
Studies: Numerical Modelling of Fusion Based AM Process, Powder Bed Melting Based Process, Droplet Based
Printing Processes, Residual Stress, Part Fabrication Time, Optimal Orientation and Optimal Layer Thickness.
Defects in AM, Role of Transport Phenomenon and its Formation. Simulations (Choice of Parameters,
Experimental Data and Comparison between Simulation and Experiments), Model Validation for Different
Aspects.
Course Outcomes
Upon successful completion of the course, the students will be able to
CO1: Identify areas where the knowledge of additive manufacturing can be applied through the theoretical
studies.
CO2: Describe portrayal of additive manufacturing and prototyping, their concepts, techniques, recent trends
and challenges for the future.
CO3: Assess the areas where additive manufacturing can make a greater contribution to industrial capabilities.
Books and References
1. Additive Manufacturing Technologies: 3D Printing, Rapid Prototyping, and Direct Digital Manufacturing, by I.
Gibson, D. Rosen and B. Stucker, Springer.
2. Rapid Prototyping: Principles and Applications in Manufacturing by Chua C. K. and L. K. Fai, World Scientific
Publishing Co., Inc.
3. Understanding Additive Manufacturing: Rapid Prototyping, Rapid Tooling, Rapid manufacturing by Andreas
Gebhardt, Hanser Publishers.
4. Laser Induced Materials and Processes for Rapid Prototyping by Lu, Fuh and Wong, Springer.
Department of Mechanical Engineering 13
Course Name: Computer Aided Design for Manufacturing
Course Code: ME-727
Course Type: Programme Elective-II
Contact Hours/Week: 4L Course Credits: 04
Course Objectives
 To understand the fundamentals of computer based 3D modelling.
 To understand the concepts of analysis, optimization and drafting using specialized software.
 To educate the students to develop the different components using optimized parameters.
Course Content
Introduction: Introduction and Application of CAD and its Applications in Manufacturing, Basic Elements of
CAD, Steps of CAD.
Fundamentals of CAD: Modelling 2D and 3D, CAD Modelling Techniques and Their Applications for
Modeling of Different Dies and Cutting Tools using Specialized Software
Analysis: Stress Analysis, Temperature Analysis, and Fluid Flow Analysis with respect to Dies and Cutting
Tools using Specialized Software.
Optimization: Optimization Techniques and their Application for Design Optimization.
Drafting: Methods of Representation of CAD Output Data in Different Formats and Files.
Applications of CAD: Modelling, Analysis, Optimization and Drafting of Casting Dies of metals, molding
dies for plastic products, Forging and Extrusion Dies for metals, and cutting tools (single point and multi-
point).
Course Outcomes
Upon successful completion of the course, the students will be able to
CO1: Model the different dies/cutting tools using solid modelling software.
CO2: Understand the basic principles of CAD analysis, optimization and drafting using specialized software.
CO3: Develop different dies/cutting tools using optimized parameters.

Books and References

1. CAD/CAM Theory and Practice by I. Zeid, Tata-McGraw Hill.
2. Mathematical Elements for Computer Graphics by David Rogers and Adams, McGraw Hill.
3. Solid Modeling by Computers From Theory to Applications by Pickett, Mary S., Boyse, John W. Plenum Press,
New York,.
4. Engineering Analysis with ANSYS Software by Tadeusz Stolarski, Y. Nakasone, S. Yoshimoto, Elsevier.
5. Introduction to Solid Modeling using SolidWorks by William E. Howard, Joseph C. Musto, McGraw-Hill.

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Course Name: Tool Design
Course Code: ME-728
Course Type: Programme Elective-II
Contact Hours/Week: 4L Course Credits: 04
Course Objectives
 To develop competency in understanding different cutting tools and its working principles.
 To understand the tool geometry of single point tools, drill bits and milling cutters.
 To know the forces in different tools while material removal or plastic deformation on the job.
 To understands the different design criteria for dies, jigs and fixtures in conventional and NC machines.
 To select proper material for the design of the tool, dies and fixtures.
Course Content
Introduction: Tool Design – Need and Classification of Tools; Basic Principles of Design of Tools.
Design of Cutting Tools: Basic Requirements, Design of Single Point Cutting Tools, Design of Milling
Cutters, Design of Drills, Reamers, Taps and Inserts, Determining Shank Size for Single-Point Carbide Tools,
Determining Insert Thickness for Carbide Tools, Design of Chip Breakers and Design of Form Tools.
Design of Holding Tools: Classification of Holding Devices, Locating and Clamping Methods & Devices,
Principles of Six-Point Location.
Design of Dies: Need and Classification of Form Dies, Design of Forging Dies, Wire Drawing Dies and
Extrusion Dies, Design of Piercing and Blanking Dies, Design of Progressive, Compound and Combination
Dies.
Design of Jigs: Type of Drill Bushes, Classification of Drill Jigs, Design of Drill Jigs.
Design of Fixtures: Design of Milling Fixtures, Design of Turning Fixtures.
Design of Press Tool: Introduction to Die Cutting Operations, Introduction to Press and Classifications, Die
Set Assembly With Components, Introduction to Centre of Pressure, Examples of Centre of Pressure.
Tool Design for NC Machines: Tool Design for NC Machines; Fixture Design for NC Machine, Cutting
Tools for NC Machine, Tool Holding Methods for NC Machine, ATC and APC for NC Machine, Tool
Presetting for NC Machine.
Course Outcomes
Upon successful completion of the course, the students will be able to
CO1: Understand the design considerations in different cutting and forming tools.
CO2: Understand the analysis and design of the different dies, jigs and fixtures.
CO3: Understand the difference between tool holding and workpiece clamping methods in conventional and
NC machines.
Books and References
1. Tool Design by Herman W. Pollack, Prentice Hall.
2. Tool Design by Donaldson, Tata McGraw Hill.
3. Machine Tool Design & Numerical Control by N. K. Mehta, Tata McGraw Hill.
4. CMTI: Machine Tool Design Handbook, Tata McGraw Hill.

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Course Name: Optimization Methods in Engineering
Course Code: ME-731
Course Type: Programme Elective-III
Contact Hours/Week: 4L Course Credits: 04
Course Objectives
 To formulate the design problems as mathematical programming problems.
 To determine the degree of attainment of the goals with the available resources.
Course Content
Introduction: Introduction, Terminologies, Design Variables and Constraints, Objective Function, Variable
Bounds, and Problem Formulation.
Linear Programming Based Methods: Simplex Method, Duality in Linear Programming. Single Variable
Optimization Problems: Optimality Criterion; Bracketing Methods: Exhaust Search Method, Bounding Phase
Method; Region Elimination Methods: Interval Halving Method, Fibonacci Search Method, Golden Section
Method, Successive Quadratic Estimation Method.
Gradient Based Methods: Newton-Raphson Method, Bisection Method, Secant Method. Multi-variable
Optimization Algorithms: Optimality Criteria, Unidirectional Search, Direct Search Methods: Box Method,
Hooke-Jeeves Pattern Search Method, Powell's Conjugate Direction Method, Gradient Based Methods:
Cauchy's Steepest Descent Method, Newton's Method, Marquan Method, Conjugate Gradient Method,
Variable-Metric (DFP) Method.
Constrained Optimization Methods: Kuhn Tucker Conditions, Transformation Methods: Penn Function
Method, Method of Multipliers (MOM), and Sensitivity Analysis.
Specialized Optimization Methods: Integer Programming: Penalty Function Method, Branch and Bo'
Method, Geometric Programming.
Non-Traditional Optimization Methods: Genetic Algorithms, Simulated Annealing, Tabu Search and Ant
Colony Optimization, Particle Swarm Optimization; Applications to Engineering Optimization Problems.
Course Outcomes
Upon successful completion of the course, the students will be able to
CO1: Identify the required techniques to achieve a desired set of objectives.
CO2: Describe the best satisfying solution under a varying amount of resources and priorities of the goals.
CO3: Apply principles of resource optimization.
CO4: Assess the suitability of technique for optimizing the real world problem.
Books and References
1. Optimization for Engineering Design: Algorithms and Examples by Kalyanmoy Deb, Prentice Hall of India Private
Limited, New Delhi.
2. Multi-Objective Optimization using Evolutionary Algorithms by Kalyanmoy Deb, Wiley India Pvt. Ltd., New Delhi.
3. Engineering Optimization: Theory and Practice by S.S Rao, New International (P) Limited Publishers, New Delhi.
4. Engineering Optimization - Methods and Applications by Ravindran, Ragsdell and Rekla, John Wiley & Sons, Delhi.

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Course Name: Soft Computing Methods in Engineering
Course Code: ME-732
Course Type: Programme Elective-III
Contact Hours/Week: 4L Course Credits: 04
Course Objectives
 To cover fundamental concepts used in soft computing.
 To understand concepts of Fuzzy Logic (FL) and Artificial Neural Networks (ANNs) and optimization
techniques using Genetic Algorithm (GA).
 The course will provide exposure to theory as well as practical systems and software.
Course Content
Introduction to Soft Computing: Need and Classification of Soft Computing Methods
Artificial Neural Networks: Characteristics, Learning Methods, Taxonomy, Evolution of Neural Networks,
Basic Models,, Important Technologies, Applications, Single Layer Perceptron's, Multi-1 Feed-Forward Neural
Networks, Learning Processes, Radial Basis Function Networks, Recurrent Networks, Principal Component
Analysis; Applications of ANN in Engineering.
Fuzzy Sets and Fuzzy Logic: Operations on Fuzzy Sets Crisp Relations and Fuzzy Relations, Cartesian
Product of Relation, Classical Relation, Fuzzy Relations, Tolerance and Equivalence Relations, Non-Iterative
Fuzzy Sets, Genetic Algorithm, Introduction, Biological Background, Traditional Optimization and Search
Techniques, Genetic Basic Concepts, Membership Functions, Features, Fuzzification, Methods of Membership
Value Assignments, Defuzzification, Lambda Cuts, Methods, Fuzzy Arithmetic and Fuzzy Measures, Fuzzy
Arithmetic Extension Principle, Fuzzy Measures, Measures of Fuzziness, Fuzzy Integrals, Fuzzy Rule Base
and Approximate Reasoning, Truth Values and Tables, Fuzzy Propositions, Formation of Rules,
Decomposition of Rules, Aggregation of Fuzzy Rules, Fuzzy Reasoning, Fuzzy Inference Systems, Overview
of Fuzzy Expert System, Fuzzy Decision Making, Applications of Fuzzy systems in Engineering.
Genetic Algorithm: Genetic Algorithm and Search Space, General Genetic Algorithm, Operators,
Generational Cycle, Stopping Condition, Constraints, Classification, Genetic Programming, Multilevel
Optimization, Real Life Problem, Applications of GA in Engineering.
Course Outcomes:
Upon successful completion of the course, the students will be able to
CO1: Indentify the idea of conceptual intelligence in machines.
CO2: Describe the reasoning, thinking, analyzing and detecting that correlates the real world problems to the
technically inspired methods.
CO3: Apply principles of extension of Heuristics: Neural Networking, Fuzzy Logics and Genetic Algorithm.
CO4: Assess more complex systems which are often remained intractable to conventional mathematical and
analytical methods.
Books and References
1. Neural Networks: A Comprehensive Foundation by S. Haykin, Pearson.
2. Fuzzy Logic with Engineering Application by T. J. Ross, John Wiley and Sons.
3. Evolutionary Computation by D.B. Fogel, IEEE Press.

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Course Name: Finite Elements in Engineering
Course Code: ME-733
Course Type: Programme Elective-III
Contact Hours/Week: 4L Course Credits: 04
Course Objectives
 The main objective of this subject is to provide a practical training in engineering design using finite
element methods.
 To use the methods in practice and to critically assess and evaluate the results.
Course Content
Introduction: Concept of Finite Element Method (FEM), History, FEM Based Packages, Applications of
FEM, Approaches of FEM: Galerkin’s and Raleigh-Ritz, Step by Step Procedure of FEM Applications.
FEM for 1-D Heat Transfer and Stress Analysis Problems: Governing Equation and Boundary Conditions
for Describing Steady State Problems of Heat Transfer (Fin and Composite Wall) and Stress Analysis (Axial
Deformation of Bar); Finite Element Formulation Following the Steps of Integral Formulation, Discretization
and Polynomial Approximation using Standard 1-D Elements; Development and Evaluation of Elemental
Matrices; Assembly of Matrices using Assembly Rules, Imposition Procedure for Application of Essential
Boundary Conditions and Numerical Solution of Finite Element Equations; Post Computation of the Solutions.
FEM for 2-D Heat Transfer Problems: General Governing Equation and Boundary Conditions for
Describing Steady State 2-D Problems of Heat Transfer; Finite Element Formulation Following the Steps of
Integral Formulation, Discretization and Polynomial Approximation using Standard 2-D Elements;
Development and Evaluation of Elemental Matrices; Assembly Rules, Imposition Procedure of Essential
Boundary Conditions and Numerical Solution of Finite Element Equations; Post Computation of the Solutions.
FEM for 2-D Stress Analysis Problems: Governing Equation and Boundary Conditions for Describing
Steady State Plane and Axisymmetric Elastic Stress Analysis Problems: Finite Element Formulation Following
the Steps of Integral Formulation, Discretization and Polynomial Approximation using Standard 2-D Elements,
Development and Evaluation of Elemental Matrices; Assembly Rule, Imposition of Essential Boundary
Conditions and Numerical Solution of Finite Element Equations; Post Computation of the Solutions.
Software Practices: Finite Element Analysis on a Software System for Finding Solution of FEM Based Real
Life Problems Related to Heat Transfer and Stress Analysis.
Course Outcomes
Upon successful completion of the course, the students will be able to
CO1: Recognize the significance and importance of finite elements to the professional engineer.
CO2: Provide experience of developing good models and how to interpret the numerical results in
engineering.
Books and References
1. Introduction to Finite Elements in Engineering by Chandrupatla and Belegundu, PHI, New Delhi.
2. The Finite Element Method in Engineering by S.S. Rao, Butterworth Heinemann, Boston.
3. An Introduction to the Finite Element Method by J.N. Reddy, TMH, New Delhi.
4. The Finite Element Method using MATLAB by Kwon and Bang, CRC Press, New York.

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Course Name: Metal Forming Processes and Analysis
Course Code: ME-736
Course Type: Programme Elective-IV
Contact Hours/Week: 4L Course Credits: 04
Course Objectives
 To impart knowledge of different metal forming processes.
 To impart knowledge of different theories/theorem of metal forming.
 Forming load and power estimation during different metal forming processes.
 To make the students aware about the effect of different process parameters and their controlling.
Course Content
Introduction to Plasticity: Overview and Classification of Metal Forming Processes, Criteria of Yielding and
Flow Rules under Complex State of Stress, Consideration of Friction and Temperatures in Metal Forming,
Plastic Anisotropy and Instability.
Analysis using Equilibrium Theorem: Principle of Slab Method and its Application for Load and Power
Calculation in Forging of Hollow Disc, Drawing of Tubes and Non-Circular Wires, Extrusion through Curved
Dies, Rolling with Flat Rolls and Angular Rolls.
Analysis using Limit Theorem: Understanding of Upper Bound Theorem and its Applications for Plane Strain
Forging, Axisymmetric Upsetting, Plane Strain Drawing, Plane Strain and Axisymmetric Extrusion.
Analysis using Slip Line Theorem: Theory of Slip Lines, Velocity Equations, Velocity and Stress
Discontinuities, Hencky’s Theorem, Construction of Slip Line Fields and Hodograph, Application of Slip Line
Field Technique in Plane Strain Forging, Indentation by Flat and Wedge Shape Punch and Plain Strain Drawing.
Course Outcomes
Upon successful completion of the course, the students will be able to
CO1: Select the suitable forming process for a particular component as per its application and use.
CO2: Apply different theorems for finding load and power for metal forming processes.
CO3: Describe the relation between friction and temperature generation in metal forming process.
Books and References
1. Introduction to Engineering Plasticity by Lal and Reddy, Narosa Pub. House, New Delhi.
2. Metal Forming Processes and Analysis by B. Avitzur, McGraw Hill Inc.
3. Fundamental of Metal Forming Processes by Juneja, New Age Inc. Publisher.
4. Plasticity for Mechanical Engineers by Johnson and Mellor, Nostrand Co. London.
5. Mathematical Theory of Plasticity by Hill, Oxford Unversity Press, Oxford.

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Course Name: Laser Material Processing
Course Code: ME-737
Course Type: Programme Elective-IV
Contact Hours/Week: 4L Course Credits: 04
Course Objectives
 To impart in-depth knowledge of laser assisted processes such as laser machining, laser welding, laser
heat treatment, laser glazing, laser alloying etc.
 To brief the students about the interaction of laser with different metals, alloys, ceramics, polymers and
composites.
Course Content
Introduction: Concept of Laser, Basic Mechanisms in Lasers, Properties of Laser, Types of Laser, Gas, Liquid
and Solid-State Lasers; Pulsed and CW Lasers.
Laser-Material Interaction: Interaction of Laser with Metals, Ceramics, Polymers, Composites and other
Materials; Laser Heating Fundamentals.
Laser Forming: Process Principle, Analysis and Applications of Laser Forming Processes such as Bending and
Deep Drawing.
Laser Machining: One, Two and Three-Dimensional Laser Machining, Process Principle, Analysis and
Applications of Laser Drilling, Cutting, Turning, and Milling Processes, Laser Assisted Machining (LAM).
Laser Welding: Principles, Significance of Laser Welding Variables, Laser Welding of Various Materials
Including Steel, Aluminum and its Alloys and Titanium and its Alloys.
Laser Heat Treatment: One Dimensional Thermal Heating and Cooling of Metals, Mechanisms of Hardening
in Steel and Cast Irons.
Lasers Surface Engineering: Laser Glazing, Laser Alloying, Microstructural Considerations in Laser Rapid
Heating Process .
Course Outcomes
Upon successful completion of the course, the students will be able to
CO1: To select the best suitable laser for processing of different work piece materials.
CO2: To study the parametric influences during laser material processing.
CO3: To understand the theoretical model of laser material processing.
Books and References
1. Laser Material Processing by W.M. Steen, Springer.
2. Laser Materials Processing by M. Bass, North Holland Publishing Co., Amsterdam.
3. Laser Machining- Theory and Practice by G. Chryssolouris, Springer Verlog, NY Inc.
4. Industrial Lasers and Their Applications by J.T. Luxon and D.E Parker, Prentice-Hall, Englewood Cliffs, NJ.

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Course Name: Manufacturing of Non-Metallic Products
Course Code: ME-738
Course Type: Programme Elective-IV
Contact Hours/Week: 4L Course Credits: 04
Course Objectives
 To impart knowledge about the structure and properties of non-metallic materials, their specific applications,
processing techniques and possible causes of defects.
 To introduce the fundamental concepts relevant to forming, machining techniques and equipment;
manufacturing of products of different shapes; behaviour of material in different stages of product
development.
 To enable the students to understand the factors that cause the change in properties during processing; factors
causing defects; factors necessary to control the process for sound product.
Course Content
Introduction to Non-Metallic Materials: Classification, Structure and Properties, Traditional and Advanced Engineering
Applications of Non-Metals.
Polymers: Classification of Polymers, Engineering Properties and Applications of Polymers, Polymer Processing
Techniques: Injection Molding, Thermoforming, Compression Molding, Transfer Molding, Sheet Forming Process Etc.
General Behavior of Polymer Melts, Machining of Polymers, Plastic Component Design.
Rubbers: Properties and Applications of Rubber, Rubber Forming Processes, Design Considerations and Component
Sizing, Molding and Vulcanizing of Tyres.
Glass: Types of Glasses, Processing and Manufacturing Techniques of Glass Vessels: Characteristics, Glass Forming
Machines, Hollow Wares Flat Glasses, Fiberglass, Bulbs, Bottles, Heat Absorbing Glasses, Amber Glass.
Ceramics: Processing of Ceramics, Powder Processing, Powder Preparation and Sizing, Pre-Consolidation, Shape-Forming
Processes; Pressing: Uniaxial Pressing, Isostatic Pressing, Casting: Slip Casting, Tap Casting, Plastic Forming: Extrusion,
Injection Molding, Compression Molding, Roll Forming, Jiggering. Densification: Theory of Sintering, Mechanism of
Sintering, Modified Densification Processes, Machining of Ceramics: Mounted Abrasive Machining, Free Abrasive
Machining, Impact Abrasive Machining, Chemical Machining.
Composites: Classification and Properties of Composites, Processing Methods of Polymeric Matrix Composites, Ceramic
Matrix Composites: Properties and Secondary Processing Techniques.
Rapid Prototyping (RP) in Manufacturing of Non-Metallic Products: Introduction of RP Techniques, Different RP
Processes and Equipment used in Manufacturing of Non-Metallic Components.
Course Outcomes
Upon successful completion of the course, the students will be able to
CO1: Identify difference between metals and non metals; plastics and rubber; glass and ceramics.
CO2: Describe how to produce parts of different shape and sizes of different non metallic materials.
CO3: Apply principles of manufacturing specially forming, casting, machining and powder metallurgy.
CO4: Assess the machinability of different non-metallic products, process and equipment requirements,
product nature and quality.
Books and References
1. Polymer Science and Technology-Plastics, Rubber, Blends and Composites by Ghosh, TMH.
2. Rubber Processing Technology, Materials and Principles by J.L. White, Hanser Publishers.
3. Glass Engineering Handbook by E. B. Shand, McGraw-Hill.
4. Introduction to Ceramics by Kingery Bowen and Uhlmann, John Wiley & Sons publishers.
5. Handbook of Composites by George Lubin, Springer.

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Course Name: Manufacturing Engineering Lab - 1
Course Code: ME-654
Course Type: Core
Contact Hours/Week: 04 Course Credits: 02
Course Objectives:
 To enhance the students’ understanding of pattern making, mold preparation, welding processes, CIM etc.
by hand on practices in laboratory.
 To develop the understanding of concepts behind CNC machines and part programming.
 To understand how supply chain effectiveness is affected by its parameters.

Course Content
List of Experiments

1 Green sand mould preparation after designing of pattern, gating and feeder for the given dimension of
casting.
2 Measurement of clay content, moisture content and permeability of green sand.
3 Measurement of hardness, compressive and shear strength of a sample made of green sand.
4 To study the effects of arc and gas welding processes on microstructure and hardness of a given sample.
5 To study the effect of MIG and TIG welding processes on microstructure and hardness of given samples.
6 To study the construction details of the setup and performing spot and seam welding on given samples.
7 Flaw detection in a welded joint using dye penetrant testing method.
8 To study the CNC lathe machine, developing part programme for a given product and manufacturing the
same on CNC lathe machine.
9 To study the CNC milling machine, developing part programme for a given product and manufacturing the
same on CNC milling machine.
10 To study the CIM system available in the laboratory and developing a program to manufacture a
component as per given drawing with automatic material and handling and machining.
11 Construction of control chart and interpretation of its patterns for variables/attributes.
12 To enhance supply chain effectiveness, develop statistical model (Structural Equation Model) using SPSS
software with the given data for the set of variables of a product.

Course Outcomes
Upon successful completion of the course, the students will be able to
CO1: Develop and execute the part program on CNC machine.
CO2: Select suitable machining processes for the specific object manufacturing.
CO3: Detect the flaw in welded joints using dye penetrant testing method.
CO4: Decide best suitable parameters for SCM effectiveness.

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Course Name: Manufacturing Engineering Lab-II
Course Code: ME-664
Course Type: Core
Contact Hours/Week: 04 Course Credits: 02
Course Objectives
 To enhance the students’ understanding of machine tools, cutting forces, EDM, robot programming etc. by
hand on practices in laboratory.
 To develop the understanding of measurement on coordinate measuring machine, surface roughness tester
etc in laboratory by practical applications.
Course Content
List of Experiments

1 To study the effect of speed, feed and nose radius on surface roughness in turning operation.
2 To study the effect of cutting speed on temperature generation in turning operation using thermocouple.
3 To study the tool flank wear and chip morphology during turning operation at various feed and speed.
4 To study, measurement and analysis of cutting forces in milling operation at varying parameters using
dynamometer on milling machine.
5 Performance investigation and measurement of temperature in horizontal milling machine at varying
cutting parameters.
6 To study the electric discharge machine and the effect of different EDM parameters on material removal
rate and tool wear rate.
7 To study the effect of different EDM parameters on surface roughness of a machined sample.
8 To study and analysis of grinding forces in surface grinding operation at varying parameters.
9 To study a class room robot and developing the program for performing the pick and place task.
10 To study the different components of a modular automation production system demonstrating the
operations of a bottling plant and running the sequential operations by developing and executing the
program.
11 To study the SCARA robot and performing the operation of sorting the containers on the basis of weight
by developing the program.
12. To develop hierarchical decomposition model for understanding difference among the quality of low,
medium and high carbon steel using fuzzy logic tool box provided by MATLAB.
Course Outcomes
Upon successful completion of the course, the students will be able to
CO1: Decide best suitable parameters in machining.
CO2: Understand the effect of machining parameters on the output.
CO3: Select suitable machining processes for the specific object manufacturing.

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