Year I First Year
Engineering Mathematics I
U1Derivatives and their Applications
Higher order derivatives · Mean value theorems (Rolle's, Lagrange's, Cauchy's) · Taylor's and Maclaurin's series · Indeterminate forms, L'Hospital's rule · Asymptotes; curvature and radius of curvature
U2Integration and its Applications
Definite & improper integrals · Differentiation under the integral sign · Reduction formulae, Beta and Gamma functions · Areas, arc length, surfaces & solids of revolution
U3Plane Analytic Geometry
Coordinate transformation (translation, rotation) · Ellipse and hyperbola: tangent and normal · General equation of conics (Cartesian & polar)
U4Ordinary Differential Equations & Applications
First order first degree; homogeneous & linear · Bernoulli's and Clairaut's equations · Second order linear ODEs; Cauchy's equations · Engineering applications
Engineering Chemistry
U1Electro-chemistry and Buffer
Electrochemical cells & electrode potential · Nernst equation and EMF · Corrosion and its prevention · Buffers and Henderson's equation
U2Catalyst
Action mechanism & characteristics · Types of catalysts · Promoters and poisons; industrial applications
U3Environmental Chemistry
Air pollutants (SOx, NOx, CO, CO2, O3) · Particulates and health effects · Ozone depletion; water and soil pollution
U4Engineering Polymers
Inorganic polymers (silicones, polyphosphazines) · PVC, Teflon, polystyrene, polyurethane, nylon · Fiber-reinforced, biodegradable & conducting polymers
U53-D Transition Elements
Electronic configuration & oxidation states · Complex formation; colour & magnetic properties · Alloys and applications
U6Coordination Complexes
Werner's theory; Sidgwick model · Nomenclature · Valence bond theory (tetrahedral, square planar, octahedral)
U7Explosives
Types of explosives · TNT, TNG, nitrocellulose · Plastic explosives
U8Lubricants and Paints
Functions & classification of lubricants · Types and uses of paints
U9Stereochemistry
Geometrical isomerism (Z/E) · Optical isomerism; enantiomers & diastereomers · Racemic mixtures
U10Reaction Mechanisms
Substitution (SN1, SN2) · Elimination (E1, E2) · Governing factors
Computer Programming
U1Overview of Software & Programming Languages
System & application software · Generations of programming languages · Categories of high level languages
U2Problem Solving Using Computer
Problem analysis · Algorithms and flowcharts · Compilation, debugging, testing, documentation
U3Introduction to 'C' Programming
Character set, keywords, data types · Preprocessor directives · Constants, variables, operators
U4Input and Output
Formatted I/O · Character I/O
U5Control Statements
if / if…else / switch / goto · while, do…while, for loops
U6User-Defined Functions
Definition, prototypes, return · Call by value & reference · Recursion
U7Arrays and Strings
1-D & multi-dimensional arrays · String manipulation · Passing arrays/strings to functions
U8Structures
Processing structures; arrays of structures · Structures and functions
U9Pointers
Pointer arithmetic · Pointers with arrays, functions, structures
U10Data Files
Opening/closing files · File I/O and error handling
U11Programming Language: FORTRAN
Data types, constants, variables · Structure of a FORTRAN program · Control structures and arrays
Fundamentals of Thermodynamics & Heat Transfer
U1Introduction
Macroscopic vs microscopic view · System classifications · Properties, state, process, cycle · Zeroth law
U2Energy and Energy Transfer
Stored & transient energy · Heat and work transfer · Power
U3Properties of Common Substances
Pure substances; ideal gas relations · Two-phase liquid–vapour systems; quality · Internal energy, enthalpy, specific heats
U4First Law of Thermodynamics
Control mass & cyclic processes · Control volume analysis · Steady & unsteady applications
U5Second Law of Thermodynamics
Kelvin-Planck & Clausius statements · Reversible/irreversible processes · Carnot cycle; entropy; heat engines & refrigeration
U6Thermodynamic Cycles
Otto, Diesel, Brayton, Rankine · Vapour compression refrigeration · Air-standard analysis
U7Introduction to Heat Transfer
Conduction; thermal resistance analogy · Free & forced convection · Radiation and Stefan's law
Workshop Technology
Basic workshop course on hand and machine tools for manufacturing metal components: bench work, precision measurement, machining (lathe, shaper, milling, grinding), foundry/forging/sheet-metal work, and metal joining (soldering, brazing, gas/arc/TIG/MIG welding), with emphasis on shop safety.
Engineering Drawing I
Introductory drafting: instrumental drawing and lettering, dimensioning, applied/descriptive geometry, projection of points, lines, planes and solids, orthographic and multi-view projections with sectioning, and developments and intersections of surfaces.
Engineering Mathematics II
U1Calculus of Two or More Variables
Limit & continuity · Partial derivatives; Euler's theorem · Total derivatives · Extrema and Lagrange multipliers
U2Multiple Integrals
Double integrals (Cartesian & polar) · Change of order of integration · Triple integrals; area and volume
U3Three Dimensional Solid Geometry
Straight line and shortest distance · Sphere and plane section · Cone and cylinder
U4Series Solution & Special Functions
Power series method · Legendre's equation & polynomials · Bessel's equation & functions
U5Vector Algebra and Calculus
Scalar & vector products · Reciprocal system of vectors · Gradient, directional derivative; fields
U6Infinite Series
Convergence & divergence tests · Alternating series · Radius & interval of convergence
Engineering Physics
U1Oscillation
Free, damped & forced mechanical oscillation · EM oscillation · Resonance and quality factor
U2Wave Motion
Waves and particles · Progressive waves · Energy, power, intensity
U3Acoustics
Reverberation & Sabine's law · Ultrasound and applications
U4Physical Optics
Interference (Newton's rings, thin films) · Diffraction (Fresnel, Fraunhofer, grating) · Polarization; Nicol prism
U5Geometrical Optics
Lenses and combinations · Cardinal points · Chromatic aberration
U6Laser and Fiber Optics
He-Ne laser · Optical fiber & self-focusing · Applications
U7Electrostatics
Charge, field, potential · Capacitors & dielectrics · Charging/discharging
U8Electromagnetism
Ohm's law, semiconductors · Magnetic force, Hall effect, cyclotron · Faraday's laws, LR circuit
U9Electromagnetic Waves
Maxwell's equations · Wave equation & speed · Poynting vector
U10Photon and Matter Waves
Quantization of energy · Schrödinger equation · Uncertainty principle; tunneling
Applied Mechanics (Statics)
U1Introduction
Scope of applied mechanics · Rigid & deformed bodies · Newtonian mechanics
U2Statics and Static Equilibrium
Particles & free body diagrams · Equilibrium equations in 2-D
U3Forces on Particle & Rigid Body
Resolution & composition of forces · Principle of transmissibility · Moments, couples, resultants
U4Centroid & Moment of Inertia
Centre of gravity & centroid · Second moment of area · Parallel axis theorem
U5Friction
Laws of friction · Static & dynamic coefficients · Angle of friction
U6Analysis of Beams and Frames
Supports, loads, reactions · Determinate/indeterminate structures · Shear force & bending moment diagrams
U7Analysis of Plane Trusses
Method of joints · Method of sections
U8Kinematics of Particles & Rigid Body
Rectilinear & curvilinear motion · Position, velocity, acceleration
U9Kinetics of Particles & Rigid Body
Newton's second law · D'Alembert's principle · Linear & angular momentum
Basic Electrical Engineering
U1General Electric System
Source, load, control · Ohm's law and units · Resistivity & temperature effect · Voltage & current sources
U2DC Circuits
Series & parallel networks · Kirchhoff's laws · Power and energy
U3Network Theorems
Nodal & mesh analysis · Star-delta transformation · Superposition, Thevenin, Norton, max power, reciprocity
U4Inductance and Capacitance
Capacitor configurations · Inductance · Energy stored
U5Alternating Quantities
AC waveforms · Average & RMS values · Phasor representation
U6Single-Phase AC Circuits
R, L, C circuits · Impedance & admittance · Series/parallel RLC
U7Power in AC Circuits
Active, reactive, apparent power · Power factor & improvement · Single-phase power measurement
U8Three-Phase Circuit Analysis
Star & delta connections · Balanced & unbalanced circuits · Three-phase power measurement
Basic Electronics Engineering
U1Basic Circuit Concepts
Passive components · Independent & controlled sources · Network theorems; filters
U2Diodes
Diode characteristics & modeling · Clippers and clampers · Special diodes (Zener, LED, photodiode) · Rectification & DC power supply
U3Transistor
BJT configuration, biasing, modeling · Differential amplifier · MOSFET and CMOS
U4Op-Amp and Oscillator
Inverting/non-inverting, integrator, differentiator · Feedback & stability · Oscillators
U5Communication System
Wired & wireless communication · EM waves and antenna · Optical fiber communication
U6Digital Electronics
Number systems & binary arithmetic · Logic gates · Combinational & sequential circuits; flip-flops, counters
U7Application of Electronic Systems
Instrumentation & transducers · Regulated power supplies · Practical applications
Engineering Drawing II
Conventional practices of sectional views and simplified representation of machine elements; pictorial drawings (isometric, oblique, perspective); tolerancing and standard symbols (threads, bolts, welding; civil, electrical, mechanical, piping); and detail & assembly working drawings including a building-drawing project.
Year II Second Year
Engineering Mathematics III
U1Determinants and Matrices
Solution of linear equations · Rank; vector spaces & linear transformations · Eigenvalues & eigenvectors · Cayley-Hamilton theorem; diagonalization
U2Line, Surface and Volume Integrals
Line integrals; path independence · Green's theorem · Stoke's theorem · Gauss divergence theorem
U3Laplace Transform
Properties & basic formulae · Inverse Laplace transform · Convolution · Applications to ODEs
U4Fourier Series
Periodic functions · Odd & even functions · Half-range series
U5Linear Programming
Linear inequalities; geometric approach · Simplex method · Duality; two-phase method
Applied Mechanics (Dynamics)
U1Curvilinear Motion of Particles
Position, velocity, acceleration vectors · Rectangular components · Tangential/normal & radial/transverse components
U2Kinetics: Energy & Momentum Methods
Work-energy principle · Power and efficiency · Impulse-momentum; impact (direct & oblique)
U3System of Particles
Linear & angular momentum · Motion of mass centre · Variable-mass systems
U4Kinematics of Rigid Bodies
Translation, rotation, general plane motion · Instantaneous centre · Coriolis acceleration
U5Plane Motion: Forces & Accelerations
Equation of motion · Angular momentum · D'Alembert's principle
U6Plane Motion: Energy & Momentum
Work-energy for rigid bodies · Conservation of momentum · Eccentric impact
Strength of Materials
U1Axial Force, Shear Force & Bending Moment
SFD, BMD, AFD for determinate structures · Load-shear-moment relationships · Maximum values & positions
U2Geometrical Properties of Sections
Centroid of built-up sections · Moment of inertia; radius of gyration · Principal axes; Mohr's circle for MOI
U3Simple Stress and Strain
Hooke's law; stress-strain diagram · Poisson's ratio · Factor of safety; elastic constants
U4Stress and Strain Analysis
Stresses on inclined planes · Principal stresses & planes · Mohr's circle for stress
U5Thin Walled Vessels
Types of stresses · Stress calculations
U6Torsion
Torsion formula · Angle of twist
U7Theory of Flexure
Pure bending; elastic curve · Flexure formula · Introduction to deflection
U8Column Theory
Euler's formula · Intermediate columns; empirical formulas
Engineering Geology I
U1Geology and Civil Engineering
Branches of geology · Scope & importance in civil engineering · Engineering geology in the Nepal context
U2Basic Reviews of the Earth
Origin, age, structure of Earth · Geological time scale · Plate tectonics & Himalayan formation
U3Crystallography and Mineralogy
Crystal morphology & symmetry · Mineral properties · Rock-forming minerals
U4Petrology
Rock cycle · Rock classification, structures, textures · Macroscopic study of common rocks
U5Structural Geology
Rock deformation · Dip, strike, trend, plunge · Primary & secondary structures
U6Physical Geology
Weathering & erosion · Geological agents & landforms · Volcanism
U7Geology of Nepal
Tectonic divisions of Nepal Himalaya · Five major geological zones
Surveying I
U1Introduction
History & principles of surveying · Disciplines of surveying
U2Distance Measurements
Units & significant figures · Errors: precision vs accuracy · Scales & corrections
U3Chain Survey
Principles & methods · Field procedure
U4The Compass
Bearings & azimuth · Local attraction & declination · Compass traversing & adjustment
U5Leveling
Leveling instruments & adjustment · Booking & reduction of levels · Curvature & refraction corrections
U6Plane Table Survey
Methods of plane tabling · Advantages & disadvantages
U7Transit and Theodolite
Components & adjustments · Horizontal & vertical angles
U8Triangulation and Trilateration
Triangulation figures & systems · Field application
U9Computation of Area and Volume
Area from field measurements · Earthwork volume; prismoidal & trapezoidal formulae
U10Electronic Distance Measurement (EDM)
Principles of EDM · Total station
Fluid Mechanics
U1Fluid and its Physical Properties
Density, viscosity, surface tension, capillarity · Newton's law of viscosity · Classification of fluids
U2Pressure and Head
Absolute, gauge & atmospheric pressure · Pascal's law · Manometers & Bourdon gauge
U3Hydrostatics
Forces on plane & curved surfaces · Buoyancy & flotation · Metacentre & stability
U4Hydrokinematics
Lagrangian & Eulerian approaches · Flow classification · Stream & potential functions; continuity
U5Hydrodynamics
Euler's & Navier-Stokes equations · Bernoulli's equation & interpretation
U6Flow Measurement
Venturimeter, orifice meter, Pitot tube · Orifices, notches & weirs · Hydraulic coefficients
U7Momentum Principle
Forces on bends & reducers · Force of jet on vanes · Angular momentum
U8Boundary Layer Theory
Boundary layer concept & zones · Smooth vs rough boundaries · Displacement & momentum thickness
U9Flow Past Submerged Bodies
Drag & lift forces · Drag on plates, cylinders, spheres · Aerofoil concepts
U10Similitude and Physical Modeling
Dimensional analysis (Rayleigh, Buckingham) · Similarity laws · Reynolds, Froude, Euler, Weber, Mach model laws
Civil Engineering Materials
U1Introduction
Selection criteria · Classification & properties
U2Building Stones
Characteristics of good stone · Dressing, deterioration & preservation
U3Clay Products
Manufacture & classification of bricks · Standard tests; tiles & earthenware
U4Lime
Types, properties, uses · Pozzolanic materials
U5Cement
Manufacture & composition · Clinker; standard tests; admixtures
U6Mortar
Classification & functions · Selection of mortar
U7Timber
Structure & classification · Defects, seasoning & preservation
U8Metals and Alloys
Iron & steel; composition & properties · Heat treatment; non-ferrous metals
U9Paint and Varnishes
Ingredients, types, uses · Anti-termite treatment
U10Asphalt, Bitumen, Tar & Miscellaneous
Properties & uses · Glass, plastics, insulating & composite materials
Probability & Statistics
U1Descriptive Statistics & Basic Probability
Data visualization · Measures of centre & variability · Laws of probability; Bayes' theorem
U2Discrete Probability Distributions
Binomial & negative binomial · Poisson · Hypergeometric
U3Continuous Probability Distributions
Normal distribution · Gamma & Chi-square
U4Sampling Distribution
Central limit theorem · Sampling distribution of mean & proportion
U5Correlation and Regression
Least squares · ANOVA for regression · Multiple correlation & regression
U6Inference Concerning Mean
Point & interval estimation · Hypothesis testing · One-way ANOVA
U7Inference Concerning Proportion
Single & two proportion tests · Chi-square test of independence
U8Computer Applications in Statistics
Calculators, Excel, SPSS, MATLAB
Theory of Structures I
U1Introduction
Types of structures · Approaches to analysis · Principle of superposition
U2Strain Energy Method
Strain & complementary strain energy · Energy from direct loads, bending, shear, torsion
U3Virtual Work Method
Displacement of beams & frames · Temperature effects · Misfits in truss elements
U4Deflection of Beams
Double integration & Macaulay's method · Area moment & conjugate beam methods · Superposition
U5Influence Lines for Simple Structures
Moving loads · Determinate beams & trusses · Standard load trains
U6Statically Determinate Arches
Three-hinged arches · Numerical & graphical analysis · Influence lines for arches
U7Suspension Cable Systems
Catenary & parabolic cables · Stiffening girder analysis · Tower & cable systems
Soil Mechanics
U1Introduction
Geotechnical problems · Soil formation & types
U2Phase Relations & Index Properties
Weight-volume relationships · Index properties · Lab determination
U3Soil Identification & Classification
Textural analysis · USCS, AASHTO, ISSCS classification
U4Soil Structure & Clay Minerals
Clay mineralogy · Particle interactions & fabric
U5Soil Compaction
Lab tests · Field compaction control
U6Effective Stress, Capillarity & Permeability
Effective stress principle · Permeability tests · Seepage forces; quicksand
U7Seepage Through Soils
Flow nets · Anisotropic soils · Seepage through/beneath dams
U8Vertical Stresses Below Loads
Boussinesq & Westergaard · Newmark charts
U9Soil Compressibility
Consolidation testing · Primary & secondary consolidation · Time-rate of consolidation
U10Shear Strength of Soil
Mohr-Coulomb criterion · Direct shear, triaxial, UCS, vane shear
U11Stability of Slopes
Infinite & finite slopes · Method of slices; Bishop's method · Friction circle method
Engineering Geology II
U1Introduction to Engineering Geology
Rock, soil, geomorphology, hydrogeology · Applications in roads, tunnels, dams · Engineering geological maps
U2Engineering Geology in the Himalayas
Discontinuity systems in Nepal Himalaya · Zone-wise geological challenges · Mitigation strategies
U3Hydrogeology
River channel morphology · Groundwater types & movement · Aquifer systems of Nepal
U4Site Selection, Investigation & Construction
Site investigation methods · Road/canal alignment · Sites for dams, bridges, tunnels
U5Geological Hazards
Floods, GLOFs, erosion · Mass movement & seismicity · Hazard mapping & mitigation
U6Structural Geological Data
Rock mass classification · Stereographic projection · Rose diagrams & interpretation
U7Geology and Construction Materials
Aggregate sources · Borrow area selection · Reserve estimation
Surveying II
U1Traversing
Horizontal & vertical control · Closed & link traverse computation · Error of closure & balancing
U2Tacheometry
Stadia & tangential methods · Subtense bar · Errors & precision
U3Trigonometric Leveling
Height & distance problems · Reciprocal leveling · Inaccessible objects
U4Contouring
Contour interval & characteristics · Location methods & interpolation · Applications
U5Orientation
Intersection & resection · Two- & three-point resection
U6Curves
Simple circular curves · Transition & composite curves · Vertical curves
U7Photogrammetry and Remote Sensing
Scale of vertical photograph; relief displacement · EMR & its interaction with earth features · Merits & limitations
U8Field Astronomy and GPS
Geographical coordinate system · GPS components & principles · Applications
U9Total Station
Features & data recording · Topographic surveying
U10Geographic Information System
Introduction to GIS · Applications in civil engineering
Hydraulics
U1Pipe Flow
Reynolds experiment; laminar & turbulent flow · Hagen-Poiseuille; friction factor & Moody diagram · Minor losses; HGL & TEL
U2Simple Pipe Flow Problems
Three types of problems · Series & parallel pipes · Siphons; equivalent pipe
U3Three Reservoirs & Pipe Networks
Three reservoir problem · Hardy-Cross method · Loop analysis
U4Unsteady Flow in Pipes
Water hammer · Elastic wave propagation · Surge tanks
U5Basics of Open Channel Flow
Channel classification · Geometric properties · Flow classification
U6Uniform Open Channel Flow
Chezy & Manning equations · Manning's roughness · Best hydraulic section; normal depth
U7Energy and Momentum Principles
Specific energy & critical flow · Channel transitions · Specific force & conjugate depth
U8Gradually Varied Flow
Dynamic equation of GVF · Bed slope classification · Flow profiles & computation
U9Rapidly Varied Flow
Hydraulic jump · Energy dissipation · Spillway & fall design
U10Mobile Boundary Channels
Incipient motion · Tractive force & regime theory · Shields diagram
Building Drawing
Drawing/practical course (listed as AR556; appears as CE556 on some sites): building terminology, components, scales, symbols and conventional signs; location & site plans; and production of floor plans, elevations, sections and building details as working drawings, including water-supply/sanitary, transportation and water-resource drawings.
Year III Third Year
Numerical Methods
U1Introduction, Approximation & Errors
Importance of numerical methods · Approximation & errors · Taylor's series & finite differences
U2Solution of Nonlinear Equations
Bisection; Newton-Raphson · Regula-Falsi & Secant · Fixed point iteration; convergence
U3System of Linear Algebraic Equations
Gaussian elimination & Gauss-Jordan · LU factorization · Jacobi & Gauss-Seidel; Power method
U4Interpolation
Newton's forward/backward · Stirling, Bessel, Lagrange · Least squares; cubic spline
U5Numerical Differentiation & Integration
Newton-Cotes quadrature · Trapezoidal & Simpson's rules · Romberg; Gaussian integration
U6Ordinary Differential Equations
Euler & modified Euler · Runge-Kutta methods · Boundary value problems
U7Partial Differential Equations
Classification · Laplace & Poisson (finite differences) · Heat equation
Theory of Structures II
U1Introduction
Static & kinematic indeterminacy · Betti's & Maxwell's reciprocal theorems · Flexibility & stiffness matrices
U2Force Method
Primary systems & compatibility · Flexibility matrix · Beams, frames, trusses, arches
U3Displacement Method
Stiffness matrix formation · Slope-deflection equations · Moment distribution; sway analysis
U4Influence Lines for Continuous Beams
Focal point ratios · Three-moment equation · Mueller-Breslau principle
U5Introduction to Plastic Analysis
Plastic hinges · Load & shape factors · Collapse load of beams & portal frames
Foundation Engineering
U1Introduction
Classification of foundations · Requirements & selection factors
U2Soil Exploration
Boring & sampling · SPT & CPT; vane shear · Borehole logs & reports
U3Lateral Earth Pressure & Retaining Walls
Earth pressure at rest · Rankine's & Coulomb's theories · Retaining wall stability
U4Arching in Soils & Braced Cuts
Braced excavations · Strut loads · Deep cuts in sand & clay
U5Flexible Retaining Structures & Coffer Dams
Cantilever & anchored sheet piles · Coffer dam design
U6Bearing Capacity & Settlement (Shallow)
Terzaghi's theory · Effect of water table · Settlement & allowable pressure
U7Mat Foundations
Types · Bearing capacity & settlement · Compensated foundations
U8Pile Foundations
Pile types & driving · Load tests · Group action & negative skin friction
U9Well Foundations
Components & shapes · Depth determination · Lateral stability
U10Foundation Soil Improvement
Compaction & preloading · Sand piles & stone columns · Grouting & stabilization
Concrete Technology & Masonry Structure
U1Introduction to Concrete & Materials
Aggregates, cement, water, admixtures · Portland cement composition · Admixture types
U2Structure of Concrete
Three-phase system · Hydrated cement paste · Transition zone
U3Mix Design & Green Concrete
Workability & tests · Water-cement ratio · DOE, ACI, IS mix design; segregation & bleeding
U4Hardened Concrete Properties
Modulus of elasticity · Shrinkage & creep · Fatigue effects
U5Testing & Quality Control
Compressive & tensile strength · Strength variability · Non-destructive testing
U6Concrete Durability
Permeability · Carbonation · Steel corrosion
U7Introduction to Masonry Structures
Bonding (English, Flemish, Rat-trap) · Reinforced & unreinforced masonry
U8Masonry Walls Under Gravity Loads
Solid walls & walls with openings · Eccentric loading · Columns
U9Masonry Under Lateral Loads
Failure mechanisms · In-plane & out-of-plane behavior · Ductility
U10Masonry Element Testing
Compressive & diagonal shear tests · Flat-jack & push shear
Survey Camp
A 10-day field practical (no theory units) consolidating engineering surveying under real field conditions: horizontal control for a large-area traverse, horizontal & vertical control for a minor traverse with detailed topographic survey, a bridge-site survey, and a road-alignment survey — using Total Station and Auto Level.
Water Supply Engineering
U1Introduction
Water quality definitions · System objectives & components
U2Sources of Water
Surface & ground sources · Source selection
U3Quantity of Water
Per capita demand & variations · Population forecasting methods
U4Quality of Water
Hardness & alkalinity · Water-related diseases · Drinking water standards
U5Intakes
Site selection · River, reservoir & spring intakes
U6Water Treatment
Sedimentation, coagulation, filtration · Disinfection & softening · Aeration; iron/manganese removal
U7Reservoirs & Distribution System
Service reservoirs · Distribution layouts · Hardy-Cross method
U8Conveyance of Water
Pipe materials & joints · Pipe laying
U9Valves and Fittings
Valve types · Break pressure tanks & standposts
Engineering Hydrology
U1Introduction
Hydrologic cycle & water balance · Hydro-meteorological study in Nepal
U2Precipitation
Forms & measurement of rainfall · Missing data & consistency (double mass curve) · Mean areal rainfall; IDF & DAD curves
U3Hydrological Losses
Interception & depression storage · Evaporation & evapotranspiration · Horton's infiltration; indices
U4Surface Runoff
Basin characteristics · Stream gauging & rating curve · Rainfall-runoff relationships
U5Hydrograph Analysis
Base flow separation · Unit hydrograph & derivation · S-curve
U6Flood Hydrology
Design flood & frequency · Gumbel & Log-Pearson III · Rational method
U7Flow Routing
Linear reservoir routing · Time-area method · Clark unit hydrograph
Communication English
U1Reading
Intensive reading: comprehension, note-taking, summary · Extensive reading: theme & character · Contextual grammar (tense, voice, agreement, conditionals)
U2Writing
Technical writing process; MLA vs APA · Notices, agenda & minutes · Proposals & reports (progress, feasibility, technical, research)
Design of Steel & Timber Structure
U1Steel Structures: Analysis & Design
Structural steel & sections · Methods & basis of design
U2Working Stress Design Method
Permissible stresses · Design in tension, compression, bending, shear
U3Limit State Design Method
Limit states of strength & serviceability · Design strength & loads
U4Connections
Welded connections (simple & eccentric) · Bolted & riveted connections
U5Tension Members
Sectional area · Simple & built-up sections; lug angle & splice
U6Compression Members
Buckling behavior · Built-up sections; lateral bracing · Column bases & splices
U7Flexure Members
Beam design · Plate girder (bending, shear, deflection, stability)
U8Design of Roof Trusses
Loads on trusses · Design of components
U9Timber Structures & Design
Structural timber · Design methods
U10Joints in Timber
Bolted & nailed joints
U11Timber Compression Members
Timber column design · Column bases
U12Timber Flexure Members
Timber beams · Flitched beams
Building Technology
U1Functional Requirements of Buildings
Thermal comfort & ventilation · Illumination & acoustics · Orientation & damp proofing
U2Foundations
Soil investigation · Shallow & deep foundations · Excavation & defects
U3Mortars & Masonry Works
Brick & stone masonry · Cavity, retaining & parapet walls
U4Roofs
Timber & steel truss systems · Roof covering
U5Stairs, Lifts & Escalators
Stair design & types · Vertical circulation
U6Doors and Windows
Door & window details
U7Flooring
Floor types & finishes
U8Temporary Construction
Scaffolding & formwork · Shoring & underpinning
U9Finishing Works
Cladding, partitions, ceilings · Plastering & painting
U10Cracks in Buildings
Causes & prevention
U11Earthquake Protection & Retrofitting
Seismic measures · Retrofitting techniques
U12Building Services
Water & sanitation · Electrical, fire protection, rainwater harvesting
Transportation Engineering I
U1Introduction to Transportation Planning
Modes of transport · Road development in Nepal · Road classification
U2Highway Alignment & Engineering Survey
Alignment requirements · Reconnaissance, preliminary & detailed surveys
U3Geometric Design of Highway
Cross-sectional elements · Horizontal alignment (superelevation, sight distance) · Vertical alignment (summit & valley curves)
U4Highway Drainage
Surface drainage · Subsurface drainage · Capillary rise control
U5Hill Roads
Alignment & gradient · Hairpin bends · Retaining & river-training structures
U6Highway Materials
Sub-grade soil · Aggregates & tests · Bituminous binders; Marshall mix design
Irrigation & Drainage Engineering
U1Introduction
Irrigation status in Nepal · Crop patterns · Irrigation intensity & project planning
U2Irrigation Water Requirements
Duty, delta & crop period · Penman's method · Effective rainfall & efficiency
U3Canal Irrigation System
Canal components · Alluvial & non-alluvial canals · Water distribution
U4Design of Canals
Tractive force method · Kennedy's & Lacey's theories · Lined canals
U5Diversion Headworks
Weir/barrage components · Bligh's, Lane's & Khosla's theory · Head regulator design
U6River Training Works
Guide bunds & aprons · Spurs: geometry & spacing
U7Regulating Structures
Regulators & outlets · Escapes & drop structures
U8Cross-Drainage Structures
Aqueducts & siphons · Selection criteria
U9Water Logging and Drainage
Causes & prevention · Surface & subsurface drainage · Tile drain spacing
Engineering Economics
U1Introduction
Principles of engineering economy · Cash flow diagram
U2Interest & Time Value of Money
Simple & compound interest · Economic equivalence · Gradient series
U3Methodologies of Economic Analysis
MARR & payback period · Present/future/annual worth · Rate of return; benefit-cost ratio
U4Comparative Analysis of Alternatives
Mutually exclusive alternatives · Repeatability & capitalized worth · Contingent & independent projects
U5Replacement Analysis
Economic service life · Finite & infinite horizons
U6Risk Analysis
Sensitivity & breakeven analysis · Decision trees
U7Depreciation & Income Taxes
Depreciation methods (SL, DB, MACRS) · After-tax cash flow
U8Inflation & Project Cash Flows
Inflation measurement · Equivalence under inflation
Sanitary Engineering
U1Introduction
Sewage & wastewater types · Sewerage systems (separate, combined)
U2Quantity of Wastewater
Dry & wet weather flow · Peak flow · Storm water (rational method)
U3Design & Construction of Sewers
Velocity & gradient criteria · Sewer sections & materials · Testing & backfilling
U4Sewer Appurtenances
Manholes & inlets · Traps, siphons, ventilation
U5Characteristics & Examination of Wastewater
Physical, chemical, biological characteristics · BOD & COD
U6Wastewater Disposal
Dilution & land treatment · Self-purification; oxygen sag curve (Streeter-Phelps)
U7Wastewater Treatment
Primary treatment · Trickling filters & activated sludge · Oxidation ponds
U8Sludge Treatment & Disposal
Digestion & dewatering · Composting & incineration
U9Sanitation for Isolated Buildings
Septic tanks & soak pits · VIP latrines
U10Solid Waste Disposal
Characteristics & quantities · Landfill, incineration, composting
Year IV Fourth Year
Project Engineering
U1Project & Project Management
Project characteristics & classification · Project life cycle · Introduction to project management
U2Project Appraisal & Formulation
Project proposal (technical & financial) · Feasibility & cost-benefit analysis
U3Project Planning & Scheduling
Work Breakdown Structure · Bar chart, CPM, PERT · Resource leveling; MS Project
U4Project Implementation & Controlling
Monitoring & control cycle · Earned value analysis · Quality control; PMIS
U5Project Risk Analysis & Management
Types & sources of risk · Risk response & monitoring
U6Introduction to Project Financing
Capital structure planning · Capital budgeting
Design of RCC Structure
U1Concrete Structures & Design Methods
Characteristic strengths & loads · Basis for design
U2Working Stress Method
Permissible stresses · Singly reinforced rectangular beam
U3Limit State Method
Limit states of collapse & serviceability · Idealized stress-strain diagrams
U4Design of Beams in Flexure
Rectangular beams · Flanged (T & L) beams
U5Design for Shear and Torsion
Shear stress & design strength · Torsion
U6Bond & Development Length
Development length · Anchorage & flexural bond
U7Reinforcement Detailing
Nominal cover & curtailment · Splicing; bar bending schedule
U8Serviceability: Deflection & Cracking
Short- & long-term deflection · Crack control
U9Design of Slabs & Staircase
One-way & two-way slabs · Staircase design
U10Design of Columns
Effective length · Short & long columns
U11Design of Footings
Isolated & combined footings · Mat foundation
U12Earthquake Resistant Design & Ductile Detailing
Design philosophy · Ductility for beams, columns & joints
Transportation Engineering II
U1Traffic Engineering
Traffic studies (volume, speed, O-D, parking, accident) · Traffic control devices · Intersections & road lighting
U2Highway Pavement
Flexible vs rigid pavement · Flexible design (CBR, AASHTO, Asphalt Institute) · Rigid design; Westergaard's theory; IRC method
U3Road Construction Technology
Equipment & plants; earthwork · Surface dressing & Otta-seal · Bituminous & concrete pavement construction
U4Highway Maintenance & Rehabilitation
Pavement distress evaluation · Failure types & repair · Overlays & strengthening
U5Bridge & Tunnel Engineering
Bridge classification & components · Tunnel types & components · Tunneling, drainage & ventilation
Hydropower Engineering
U1Introduction
Power potential of Nepal & world · Hydropower Development Policy of Nepal
U2Planning of Hydropower Projects
Types (head, storage, layout) · Development stages · Run-of-river & storage layouts
U3Power & Energy Potential Study
Flow duration curves · Installed capacity · Load curve, load & utilization factors
U4Headworks of Storage Plants
Dam engineering · Spillways & energy dissipaters · Intakes & gates
U5Headworks of Run-of-River Plants
RoR arrangement & requirements · Intakes & sediment handling · Settling basin design
U6Water Conveyance Structures
Hydraulic tunnels · Forebay & surge tanks · Penstock & pressure shaft
U7Hydro-electric Machines
Turbine types · Electro-mechanical installation · Pumps
U8Powerhouse
Types & general arrangement · Dimensioning
Estimating & Costing
U1Introduction
Estimated vs actual cost · Units of measurement & payment · Data required
U2Method of Estimating
Measurement of works · Taking out quantities · Bill of Quantities & detailed estimate
U3Types of Estimate
Approximate & detailed estimates · Revised & supplementary · Split-up of cost
U4Analysis of Rates
Factors affecting rates · Rate analysis for building, road, sanitary, irrigation works
U5Project Estimate
Building, road, irrigation, water supply projects · Report on estimate
U6Detailed Estimate
Buildings, roads, canals, culverts · Foundations; water supply & sanitary
Project I
Year-long project work applying coursework to a practical civil engineering problem (design, dissertation, or experimental investigation). Part I covers the initial phase — problem identification, literature review, proposal and preliminary work — supervised by faculty.
Soil Conservation & Watershed ManagementElective I
U1Introduction
Need for soil & water conservation · Watershed management concepts & operations
U2Runoff and Soil Loss
Types of erosion & landslides · Runoff computation · Soil loss (USLE)
U3Land Capability
Land capability classification · Land use & conservation practices
U4Agronomic Measures
Contour cultivation & strip cropping · Agro-forestry & horticulture
U5Engineering Measures (Agricultural Land)
Bunding & terracing · Grassed waterways
U6Engineering Measures (Non-Agricultural Land)
Contour trenching · Gully & sediment control structures
U7Bio-Engineering
Vegetative conservation · Infrastructure protection
U8Water Conservation & Harvesting
Small storage structures · Groundwater recharge
U9Watershed Management
Management objectives · People's participation · Watershed management plan
Computational Techniques in Civil Engineering
U1Introduction
FEM, FDM, BEM overview · Discrete element & SPH methods · Programming (C, FORTRAN, Matlab)
U2Solutions of Linear Equations
Banded matrices & storage · Conjugate gradient method · DFT & FFT
U3Elasticity in Solids
Stress-displacement & constitutive relations · Plane stress & plane strain · Axi-symmetric stresses
U4Finite Element Method
Direct stiffness method · Interpolation functions & element types · Isoparametric formulation
U5Finite Difference Method
Explicit & implicit schemes · Accuracy, diffusion, dispersion & stability · Saint-Venant equations; channel routing
U6Method of Characteristics
Initial & boundary conditions · Unsteady flow in pipes
U7Simulation of Groundwater Flow
Finite difference grids · Seepage under dams · River-groundwater systems
Engineering Professional Practice
U1History of Engineering Practices
Technology & society · Engineering practice in East & West · Practices in Nepal
U2Profession and Ethics
Professional institutions · Code of ethics & engineering ethics · Moral dilemma; liability & negligence
U3Professional Practices in Nepal
Public & private sector practices · Job descriptions of fresh graduates
U4Contract Management
Methods of contracting · Types of contracts · Tendering & agreement
U5Regulatory Environment
Nepal Engineering Council Act · Labor law; IPR · Building codes & bylaws
U6Contemporary Issues
Globalization; PPP · Safety, risk & benefit analysis · Conflict & dispute management
U7Case Studies
Case studies from real engineering practice
Technology, Environment & Society
U1Technology
Impact on environment & society · Appropriate & intermediate technology · Information age
U2Development Approach
LEP framework · Community management; engineer as facilitator · Participatory tools; resource mapping
U3History of Human Civilization
Industrial Revolution · Information society · Environmental issues emergence
U4Environment
Ecology & ecosystem · Renewable vs non-renewable resources · Resource conflicts
U5Water and Air Pollution
Fecal-oral transmission & sanitation · Organic & inorganic pollutants · Indoor air quality in Nepal
U6Climate Change
Causes, impacts & mitigation · Biogas & organic farming · Forestation programs in Nepal
Construction Management
U1Construction Management Framework
Scope of construction management · Project life cycle · Stakeholders
U2Planning & Scheduling
Stages of planning · Scheduling · Time-cost tradeoffs
U3Planning Construction Material
Wastage & provisioning · Inventory management · Value engineering
U4Construction Equipment
Excavation, transport, compaction equipment · Concrete equipment & cranes
U5Contract Management
Types of contracts · Tendering & prequalification · Bid evaluation
U6Construction Process
Site surveying & layout · Material handling · Cash flow management
U7Project Integration & Work Control
Scope & quality control · Earned value analysis
U8Site Management
Supervision & record-keeping · Bills & measurement
U9Project Maintenance
Types of maintenance · Cost estimation & financing
U10Personnel Management
Communication & selection · Labor relations
U11Regulatory Requirements
Safety & compensation · Fire & environmental protection
U12Specification
Types of specifications · Specification writing
U13Valuation
Depreciation · Land & property valuation
Project II
Final-year capstone project (second part): completing the design/analysis begun in Project I, culminating in a comprehensive report and viva/presentation under faculty supervision.
Hill Irrigation EngineeringElective II
U1Introduction
Physiographic regions & farming systems of Nepal · Characteristics of Hill Irrigation Systems · Types of hill irrigation development
U2Environmental Aspects
Floods, soil erosion & landslides · Engineering & vegetative measures · Institutional arrangements
U3Planning & Implementation
Farmer's participation · Project study stages · Detailed design & implementation
U4Water Availability & Requirements
Flow assessment (MIP, WECS & HSC methods) · Consumptive use & effective rainfall · Irrigation efficiencies
U5Canal Irrigation in Hills
Intakes & sediment control · Canal layout, lining & seepage · Cross-drainage structures
U6Sprinkler Irrigation
Suitability & components · Design & sprinkler selection
U7Drip or Trickle Irrigation
Suitability & components · Design methodology
U8Gabion Structures for Hills
Advantages & design · Fill material
Procurement ManagementElective III
U1Concept of Procurement
Public vs private procurement · Works, goods & consulting services · Procurement cycle
U2Procurement Planning
Master procurement plan · Implementation arrangements
U3Method of Procurement
Open & limited bidding · Sealed quotations; direct procurement · Community participation; force account
U4Types of Procurement
Unit price (BOQ) & lump sum · Cost reimbursable; design & build · BOOT & BOT
U5Rules & Regulations — Consulting Services
EoI, ToR, RFP · Technical & financial evaluation · Negotiation & award
U6Rules & Regulations — Works & Goods
Bid document & criteria · Pre-bid conference & bid opening · Evaluation & award
U7Contract Management
Disputes & resolution · Extension & termination · Contract closing
U8Introduction to Guidelines
FIDIC documents · ADB & World Bank guidelines
U9Technical Audit
Technical audit process · Performance evaluation
Course titles and contents follow the official IOE B.E. Civil Engineering syllabus (year/part system) and my Tribhuvan University transcript; contents were verified against the per-subject course code so they reflect the 2019-intake curriculum rather than IOE's newer revision. Associated practical / lab / drawing components are folded into their parent subject. My final-year project was the Pre-Feasibility Study of the Manohara Irrigation Project.
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