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Diploma / Polytechnic – Mechanical Engineering

Duration 3 Years and 2 Years for Lateral Entry

Eligibility Criteria High School with minimum 50% marks in Science & Mathematics from a recognized board or equivalent. For Lateral Entry 10+2 with minimum 45% Marks (40% in case of reserved category) in Physics, Mathematics along with Chemistry/Biotechnology/Computer Science as one of the subjects.

  • Diploma in Mechanical Engineering program at Shivalik College, Dehradun offers quality education and training in manufacturing or production processes to fulfill the technically skilled manpower needs of the manufacturing and production industry.
  • The education provided through this program prepares students for assimilating technological subjects, advances in technologies, techniques, markets, and employment patterns prevailing in the domain of mechanical engineering.
  • This program emphasizes imparting professional abilities in the field of basic designing. It entails the application of laws of physics for the design, development, analysis, and manufacturing of mechanical systems.
  • Students are imparted foundational knowledge on the design, development, construction, and testing of mechanical and thermal sensors and devices, including tools, engines, and machines.
  • Concepts of science and physics for designing, manufacturing, and maintenance of mechanical equipment are imparted.
  • The training in this program prepares students to be responsible for working on designing, manufacturing, operating and maintaining mechanical equipment as per the industry needs, testing diverse types of mechanical equipment, ensuring that products meet compliance regulations and above all, the safety aspects of mechanical equipment.

Why take this Course?

  • Plenty of career opportunities are accessible for a Diploma Mechanical Engineer in the field of Mechanical Engineering, Mechanical systems operations, Manufacturing Managerial work as Supervisors, Lab Technicians and many others.
  • A Diploma in Mechanical Engineering graduate can work in diverse job roles like assisting Mechanical Engineers, work as a Sales Engineer, Technician, Section Head, Manufacturing control assistants, Process Development Technologist, Teaching in Polytechnics, or begin as a Trainee in specialized manufacturing, etc.
  • They can join B. Tech directly in the second year as a Lateral Entry after completing the Diploma course. It effectively saves them one year of the course duration.
  • They can obtain jobs in the government and private sector
  • They can have a chance to join the aviation industry as a technician in Airlines after conversion training and in the Merchant Navy as well at appropriate level and training.
  • They are equipped with the necessary skills to begin their own initiative as Mechanical Engineering entrepreneurs or set up their own Testing

Why choose Us?

  • The Diploma in Mechanical Engineering program at Shivalik College imparts knowledge on all key subjects including Design of machine elements, Mechatronics, Computer aided manufacturing, Thermal Engineering, Engineering Drawings, and more.
  • The internships are organized that assist students to learn and relate to the real life industrial aspects.
  • Industry-related value-added courses keep students up-to-date about the prevailing trends and technologies in mechanical engineering.
  • Continuous motivation is provided to pursue higher education and practice research-based activities for interested students.
  • Soft skills training is conducted from the first year of this engineering program.
  • The program develops problem-solving approaches among students through effective communication skills, analytical abilities, and teamwork.
  • This department keeps an eye on assimilating new devices, techniques, and online technologies that can enhance the teaching and learning process.
  • The faculties of this department are responsible for very personalized classroom teaching, academic advising, counselling, and career guidance. They participate in the continuous development of the students, updating the curriculum to ensure students benefit from learning about the latest trends in the industry.

Progressions & Career

Progression:

Here are the opportunities after pursuing Diploma in Mechanical Engineering:

  • B. Tech in Mechanical Engineering
  • Diploma holders in Mechanical Engineering can obtain B. Tech degree through AMIE which is a good option if you want to pick a job right after a diploma. It is a distance course for B. Tech.)
  • Non-Technical Graduation Course. If a Diploma holder in Mechanical Engineering graduates does not wish to continue in a technical field then it is always the option to go for graduation in Arts, Science, or Commerce

Career:

Below are the career opportunities for Diploma in Mechanical Engineering graduates:

  • There are plenty of industries associated with mechanical engineering which candidates can join like the Manufacturing industry, Aviation, Vehicle Industry, as brought out above in detail.
  • They can apply for jobs in both the government and the private sector.
  • After completing a Diploma in Mechanical Engineering, graduates can join a certificate course associated with the field like – CNC Training, CATIA, CAD/CAM, Unigraphics.
  • Few business ideas which Diploma in Mechanical Engineering holders can explore are setting up a Solar Panel Business, SME Manufacturing firms, E-Waste Recycling unit, and 3D Printing unit. The possibilities are endless

The Shivalik Advantage

  • Well-equipped Labs and Workshops including a Simulation Lab, Project R & D Lab, Fluid Machine and Mechanics Lab, Machines & Vibration Lab, Heat & Mass Transfer Lab, Machine Hydraulics Lab, Theory Of Machine and Design Lab, Strength Of Materials (SOM) Lab, CAD/CAM Lab (CNC), Refrigeration And Air-Conditioning Lab, Machine Workshop, Fitting Workshop, Foundry & Welding Workshop, Carpentry Shop. Sheet Metal Shop and Black Smithy Workshop, Black Smithy Workshop, and Central Workshop. All these create a perfect technical support system to produce high quality students by the end of the program.
  • Through the implementation of outcome-based education (OBE), the Diploma in Mechanical Engineering department at Shivalik College analyzes the curriculum with respect to the cutting-edge technologies widespread in the industry and discovering the gaps.
  • Value added courses like ANSYS CFD, solid works, CNC NX CAM, etc. keep students updated with essential knowledge in mechanical engineering.
  • The department is highly involved in the placement of students and constantly supervises their technical and personality development progress. Customized classes are conducted for our students who are appearing for jobs during placement drives.
  • The faculties of this department are thoroughly trained through Faculty Development Programs and research-oriented programs in collaboration with industrial experts. This assists the faculties to comprehend the modern technologies existing in the industry and s develop value-added courses.

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FAQ's

Certain key skills that help students of Mechanical Engineering get rewarding jobs with handsome salaries are:

  • Engineering Design
  • CAD
  • AutoCAD
  • Solidworks
  • Electrical Systems
  • HVAC
  • Engineering Drawings
  • I create 3D CAD
  • Project Management
  • GD (Grade Delay)
  • Data analysis
  • Structural analysis

A full-time B Tech program can be taken up after completing Diploma in Mechanical Engineering, or an equivalent AMIE part time. For those who wish to study beyond, one can pursue an M Tech program as well. Some of the latest advanced courses in the realm of Masters in Mechanical Engineering are:

1. Piping Design and Engineering Course: This course makes students industry-ready and it is being recommended by experts after one finishes graduation in Mechanical Engineering

2. Master of Engineering in Tool Design: Being a highly lucrative course for Mechanical Engineering graduates, it can be a 2-year full-time course or short-term diploma and certificate courses.

3. Robotics Course: It is the scientific study of the design and manufacturing of robots.

4. Mechatronics Course: This study of science is a combination of 5 disciplines: mechanics, electronics, informatics, automation, and robotics.

5. Nanotechnology: It is the study of engineering, technology, and applied science.

6. Masters in Business Administration (MBA): It is beneficial in obtaining jobs in managerial positions. It provides a broad choice of career options.

Graduates with a diploma in mechanical engineering degree can pursue higher studies through B. Tech or AMIE. They can get rewarding jobs in Government as well as private sectors. Moreover, they can kick off their career with an apprenticeship which serves as an excellent way to start in the field they want to work in. After completing this course, they can go for short-term professional courses. The duration of such courses can be as low as 6 months to 1 year. After obtaining the certification of these courses, they become eligible to get valuable jobs with an assured career progression.

In India, the future scope of mechanical engineering is well in demand as it has applications across sectors and industries. Almost any product requires machines and machines are designed, manufactured and operated by people with mechanical engineering skills. As per one of the reports published by the global consultancy firm Deloitte, India is anticipated to continue to grow manifold in manufacturing in the coming years. According to its report on the Global Manufacturing Competitiveness Index, the country will move up 6 positions to be at the 5th position given the call of the PM for ‘Atma Nirbharta’.Therefore, in India, there would be ample new opportunities for mechanical engineers. The compensation packages of mechanical engineers rely mainly on their skills.

Curriculum

Theory
991002 Applied Mathematics I
991003 Applied Physics I
991004 Applied Chemistry I
991005 Computer fundamentals
991006 Engineering Drawing I
Practical
991003 Applied Physics I
991004 Applied Chemistry I
991005 Computer fundamentals
991007 General Workshop Practice I

Theory
992001 English and Communication Skills-II
992002 Applied Mathematics II
992003 Applied Physics II
992004 Applied Chemistry II
992005 Environmental Science and Energy Management
992006 Engineering Drawing II
Practical
992001 English and Communication Skills-II
992003 Applied Physics II
992004 Applied Chemistry II
992007 General Workshop Practice II

Theory
993001 Basic Electrical and Electronics Technology
993002 Material Science & Metallurgy
993003 Machine Drawing
993004 Thermodynamics
993005 Workshop Technology
993006 Applied Mechanics
Practical
993001 Basic Electrical and Electronics Technology
993002 Material Science & Metallurgy
993003 Machine Drawing
993004 Thermodynamics
993005 Workshop Technology
993006 Applied Mechanics

Theory
4035 Strength of Material
4036 Applied Thermal Engineering
4037 Basic Of Civil Engineering
4038 Production Technology
4039 Hydraulics & Hydraulic Machine
4040 Metrology
Practical
4035 Strength of Material
4036 Applied Thermal Engineering
4037 Basic Of Civil Engineering
4038 Production Technology
4039 Hydraulics & Hydraulic Machine
4040 Metrology

Theory
5043 Dynamic of Machine
5044 Machine Element Design
5045 Operation Management
5046 CNC Machine & Automation
5047 Maintenance Engineering
Practical
5042 Computer Application in Mechanical Drafting Design
5046 CNC Machine & Automation
5047 Maintenance Engineering
5048 Industrial Engineering

Theory
6037 Advance Machine Design
6038 Automobile Engineering
6039 Power Plant Engineering
6040 Mechatronics
7001 Entrepreneurship Development and Management
Practical
6038 Automobile Engineering
6039 Power Plant Engineering
6040 Mechatronics
6041 Project Work

Program Specific Outcomes and Program Educational Objectives

  • PO
    1

    Engineering knowledge: Apply the knowledge of mathematics, science, engineering fundamentals, and anengineering specialization to the solution of complex engineering problems

  • PO
    2

    Problem analysis: Identify, formulate, review research literature, and analyze complex engineering problems reaching substantiated conclusions using first principles of mathematics, natural sciences, and engineering sciences

  • PO
    3

    Design/development of solutions: Design solutions for complex engineering problems and design system components or processes that meet the specified needs with appropriate consideration for the public health and safety, and the cultural, societal, and environmental considerations.

  • PO
    4

    Conduct investigations of complex problems: Use research-based knowledge and research methods including design of experiments, analysis and interpretation of data, and synthesis of the information to provide valid conclusions

  • PO
    5

    Modern tool usage: Create, select, and apply appropriate techniques, resources, and modern engineering and IT tools including prediction and modeling to complex engineering activities with an understanding of the limitations

  • PO
    6

    The engineer and society: Apply reasoning informed by the contextual knowledge to assess societal, health, safety, legal and cultural issues and the consequent responsibilities relevant to the professional engineering practice

  • PO
    7

    Environment and sustainability: Understand the impact of the professional engineering solutions insocietal and environmental contexts, and demonstrate the knowledge of, and need for sustainable development

  • PO
    8

    Ethics: Apply ethical principles and commit to professional ethics and responsibilities and norms of the engineering practice

  • PO
    9

    Individual and team work: Function effectively as an individual, and as a member or leader in diverse teams, and in multidisciplinary settings

  • PO
    10

    Communication: Communicate effectively on complex engineering activities with the engineering community and with society at large, such as, being able to comprehend and write effective reports and design documentation, make effective presentations, and give and receive clear instructions.

  • PO
    11

    Project management and finance: Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of the engineering and management principles and apply these to one‘s own work, as a member and leader in a team, to manage projects and in multidisciplinary environments

  • PO
    12

    Life-long learning: Recognize the need for, and have the preparation and ability to engage in independent and life-long learning in the broadest context of technological change.

  • PEO
    01

    Practice Mechanical Engineering In a wide range of Industries.

  • PEO
    02

    Pursue advanced Education, Research & Development and other creative and innovative efforts in Engineering and Technology.

  • PEO
    03

    To develop problem solving approach using analytical abilities, effective communication skills and team work.

  • PEO
    04

    To conduct themselves as responsible professionals in an ethical manner.

  • PEO
    05

    Contribute as leaders in their field of Expertise and support the economic development of the nation and the world.

Facilities

SIMULATION LAB

Project Gallery

PROJECT R & D LAB

machine & welding shop

CARPENTRY & fitting Shop

FOUNDRY & BLACK SMITHY SHOP

FLUID MACHINE AND MECHANICS LAB

Material Science Lab

Fluid machinery Lab

CAD/CAM LAB (CNC)

MACHINE HYDRAULICS LAB

THEORY OF MACHINE AND DESIGN LAB

HEAT & MASS TRANSFER and REFRIGERATION & AIR-CONDITIONING LAB

CENTRAL WORKSHOP

STRENGTH OF MATERIALS (SOM) LAB

Vision & Mission

Vision Of Department Of Mechanical Engineering

The Department of Mechanical Engineering endeavors to nurture creativity and innovation among the students by providing them adequate technical education along with ethical and human values to make them immediate contributors to their profession and society as a whole.

Mission Of Department Of Mechanical Engineering

 To achieve the vision of the department of Mechanical Engineering, we will be constantly strive

  • To impart quality technical education to the students and enhance their capability and skills for making them immediate contributors to the global competitive industrial environment and society.
  • To nurture the creativity and innovation among the students by providing an excellent academic environment, leadership and ethical guidance needed for lifelong learning along with a productive career.