The Department of Civil engineering was established in 2008. The department offers Undergraduate (from 2008), Masters (from 2008) and Doctoral programs (from 2013). Since 2008, the department has emerged as full-fledged University department of PRIST Deemed to be University. The department has a dedicated team of faculty graduated from reputed institutions. The faculty carries out research in emerging areas. They participate in sponsored research activities collaborating with scientists/researchers from renowned organizations and funding agencies.
VISION
- To evolve as centre of excellence in education, train students to meet the industrial needs and develop them into skillful Civil Engineers with human values and professional ethics.
MISSION
- Develop and transfer innovative applications of Engineering to improve Civil Engineering practice
- Build a team of competent Civil Engineers and researchers
- Educate students with trending construction technologies to meet growing challenges
- Develop infrastructure for research through collaborations with leading organizations
B.Tech Civil Engineering (Full Time – 4 Year; Part Time – 3.5 Year)
Programme Outcomes
PO1: Engineering knowledge: Apply the knowledge of mathematics, science, engineering fundamentals, and an engineering specialization to the solution of complex engineering problems.
PO2: 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.
PO3: 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.
PO4: 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.
PO5: 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.
PO6: 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.
PO7: Environment and sustainability: Understand the impact of the professional engineering solutions in societal and environmental contexts, and demonstrate the knowledge of, and need for sustainable development.
PO8: Ethics: Apply ethical principles and commit to professional ethics and responsibilities and norms of the engineering practice.
PO9: Individual and team work: Function effectively as an individual, and as a member or leader in diverse teams, and in multidisciplinary settings.
PO10: 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.
PO11: Project management and finance: Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of theengineering 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.
PO12: Life-long learning: Recognize the need for, and have the preparation and ability toengage in independent and life-long learning in the broadest context of technological change.
Programme Specific Outcomes
PSO1 Demonstrate in-depth knowledge of Civil Engineering discipline, with an ability to evaluate, analyze and synthesize existing and new knowledge.
PSO2 Critically analyze complex Civil Engineering problems, apply independent judgment for synthesizing information and make innovative advances in a theoretical, practical and policy context.
PSO3 Conceptualize and solve Civil Engineering problems, evaluate potential solutions and arrive at technically feasible, economically viable and environmentally sound solutions with due consideration of health, safety, and socio-cultural factors
M.Tech Structural Engineering (Full Time-2 Year; Part Time-3 Year)
Programme Outcomes
PO1: An ability to independently carry out research/investigation and development work to solve practical problems
PO2: An ability to write and present a substantial technical report/document
PO3: Students should be able to demonstrate a degree of mastery over the area as per the specialization of the program. The mastery should be at a level higher than the requirements in the appropriate bachelor’s program.
Programme Specific Outcomes
PSO1: Acquire in-depth knowledge of the Structural Engineering discipline, with an ability to evaluate, analyze and synthesize existing and new knowledge in structural design.
PSO2: Critically analyze complex Structural Engineering problems, apply independent judgment for synthesizing information and make innovative advances in a theoretical, practical and policy context.
PSO3: Conceptualize and solve Structural Engineering problems, evaluate potential solutions and arrive at technically feasible, economically viable and environmentally sound solutions with due consideration of health, safety, and socio-cultural factors
PhD Programme
The Ph.D. programme includes an integrated sequence of course work and research in various branches of Civil Engineering. Admission is based on the entrance examination conducted by PRIST.
Add- on, Certificate and Diploma courses
Add- on course – Railway Engineering
Certificate Course – Advanced Surveying, Total Station &GPS applications
Diploma Course – Railway Engineering, STAAD Pro
More information on the procedure for admission to all the above programmes can be had at www.prist.ac.in
FACULTY PUBLICATIONS
- Balraju N.; Ashutosh D.; Parthiban P, Year 2024, Design and Life Cycle Assessment (LCA)-based Sustainability Evaluation of a Novel Microbial Fuel Cell (MFC)-Integrated Sequencing Batch Reactor (SBR) System, Research Journal of Chemistry and Environment, Volume 28, Pages 16-23.
- Nilavu B.; Das A.; Sathya R.; Mahalakshmi N, Year 2024,Rice-Mill Wastewater Treatment Using Microbial Electrolytic Cell (Mec): Quality Characterization And Performance Assessment, Article Rasayan Journal of Chemistry, Volume 17, , Pages 525-530.
- Das A.;Parthiban P, Year 2023, Environmental sustainability assessment of captive conventional sewage treatment plant designs, Article International Journal of Environmental Science and Technology, Volume 20, Pages 11135-11148.
- Ponmani P.;Bahadur J.;Tewari C.;Gupta D.K.;Kalita U.;Jegadeesan P.;Ravindran T.R.;Alex A.;Das A.;Sahoo N.;Sivanantham M.;Choudhury S, Year 2023, Polyaniline modified waste-derived graphene/sulfur nanocomposite cathode for lithium–sulfur batteries, Article Journal of Polymer Science, Volume 61, Pages 2149-2162.
- Dr.Ashutosh Das, 04 April 2023, Environmental sustainability assessment of captive conventional sewage treatment plant designs, International Journal of Environmental Science and Technology, 1-14,Volume 20, pages 11135–11148.
- Dr.Ashutosh Das, September 2022,Column adsorption study for the removal of phenol from aqueous medium using agro-residue adsorbent, Desalination and Water Treatment, Volume 269 Pages-132-140.
- Dr.Ashutosh Das, Parthiban Pandian, Malarvili Thekkumalai, Mukesh Goel, Abhishek Asthana, Venkata RamanaiahJuly 2022, Simulation of Phenol and Chlorophenol Removal Using Combined Adsorption and Biodegradation: Regression Analysis and Data-Mining Approach, Journal of Hazardous, Toxic, and Radioactive Waste 26 (3), 04022015.
- R Bera, A Datta, S Bose, K Mukhopadhyay, KK Goswami, M Debnath, R Mallick, A Das, P Bhattacharya, AK Barik, A Seal, February 2022, A Review on the Colorimetric Pesticide Assay Test for Safe and Sustainable Agriculture with Special Reference to Clean Food Production, Current Journal of Applied Science and Technology, Volume 41,Issue 2, Pages-6-35.
- R Bera, A Datta, S Bose, K Mukhopadhyay, KK Goswami, M Debnath, R Mallick, A Das, P Bhattacharya, AK Barik, A Seal, December 2022, Prevalence and characteristics of dermatological manifestations in COVID‐19 positive dermatologists: Report from a web‐based survey in India, Journal of the European Academy of Dermatology and Venereology, vol 35.
PATENTS
S.No. | INVENTOR(S) &PATENT TITLE | APPLICATION NUMBER& DATE FILLED | FILED(F) /PUBLISHED(P) /GRANTED(G) |
1. | DR. ASHUTOSH DAS | 466710&07-11-2023 | PUBLISHED |
2. | DR. ASHUTOSH DAS | 399953&24-06-2022 | PUBLISHED |
3. | DR. ASHUTOSH DAS | 370383&27-06-2021 | PUBLISHED |
4. | DR. ASHUTOSH DAS | 201941036259& 10-09-2021 | PUBLISHED |
5. | Dr.Ashutosh Das& Mini Reactor | 317711&14.05.2019 | PUBLISHED |
SEED MONEY GRENTED BY PRIST:
S.No. | PROJECT TITLE | FACULTY | GRANT IN Rs. |
1. | Normalized difference vegetation index(NDVI) of satellite Imageries and its relationship with landslide-prone zones. | Dr. Ashutosh Das | 6.2 |
2. | Fuzzy based hydro- litho logical zonation of storm water regime in Thanjavur city of southern India. | Dr. R. Sivasamandy | 9.2 |
3. | Treatment of waste water using constructed wet land. | Dr. Ashutosh Das | 6.9 |
4. | A study on the impact of Land use pattern in the groundwater quality in and around Pudhucherry region using GIS techniques. | Dr.P.Paramaguru | 9.4 |
5. | ‘Normalized Difference Vegetation Index (NDVI) of Satellite Imageries and its Relationship with Landslide Prone zones’ | Dr.Ashutosh Das | 3.9 |
6. | ‘Lifecycle Inventory of Greenhouse Gas Emission Associated with Bitumen Production’ | Dr.Ashutosh Das | Rs.75,000/- |
7. | ‘Study on effect of monsoonal transition of wind flow pattern in Cauvery delta zone of Thanjavur’, Southern Tamilnadu, India. | Dr.R.Sivasamandy | Rs.30000/- |
8. | ‘Study project on the development of reactor for safe disposal of explosive’. | Dr.Ashutosh Das | Rs.1,00,000/- |
9. | ‘Study of Temperature Differential In Different Concrete Slabs Of Varying Slab Thickness In Different Region’ | Prof.B.JoseRavindra Raj | Rs.1,00,000/- |
CONSULTANCY:
S.No. | PROJECT TITLE | FACULTY | SPONSORING AGENCY |
1. | Design validation. | Dr. Ashutosh Das, Professor,Department of Env. Engg, PRIST (Deemed To be University), Thanjavur. | Hubert Enviro Care Systems (p) Ltd, Chennai
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2. | Textile Waste Management and Circular Economy Strategies. | Dr. Ashutosh Das, Professor,Department of Env. Engg, PRIST (Deemed To be University), Thanjavur. | Sri Exports |
3. | Sustainability Assessment and Carbon Footprint Reduction in Solar Lighting Products. | Dr. Ashutosh Das, Professor,Department of Env. Engg, PRIST (Deemed To be University), Thanjavur.
| Suhas Engineering.
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4. | Effluent Treatment Plant Efficiency Improvement through Treatment Analysis and Treated Effluent Utilization. | Dr.Iraikarkuzhali, Associate Professor, Department of Civil Engineering, PRIST (Deemed to be University), Thanjavur. | Medicare Enviro Systems Pvt ltdMIG 269 New Housing Unit,Thanjavur – 613001. |
5. | Development of Online Ambient Air-Quality Monitoring System. | Dr.Ashutosh Das- Centre for Research And Development & Centre for Environmental Engineering. | Hubert Enviro Care Systems (p) Ltd, Chennai. |
6. | Digitization of archeological monument mapping in Chennai metropolitan area. | Dr.R.Sivasamandy, Department of Civil Engineering, PRIST (Deemed To be University), Thanjavur. | GeoAdithyA Technologies,No 3/152, KAK II Cross Street Subramaniya Nagar, Iyyappanthangal, Chennai – 600 056. |
7. | 200 KLD STP & UF Plant and 120 KLD STP design for Proposed Residential Building for M/s. South India Shelters Pvt. Ltd. | Dr.Ashutosh Das- Centre for Research And Development & Centre for Environmental Engineering. | Hubert Enviro Care Systems (p) Ltd, Chennai. |
8. | 120 KLD STP design for Proposed Residential Building. for MIS. Urban Tree Infrastructure Pvt Ltd. | Dr.Ashutosh Das, Professor,Department of Civil Engineering, PRIST Deemed to be University. | Hubert Enviro Care Systems (p) Ltd, Chennai. |
9. | STUDY PROJECT ON DEVELOPMENT OF REACTOR FOR SAFE DISPOSAL OF EXPLOSIVES. | Dr.Ashutosh Das, Professor, Department of Civil Engineering, PRIST Deemed to be University. | Defence Research & Development Laboratory(DRDO),PO Kanchanbagh, Hyderabad-500 058. |
10. | 370 KLD STP and 150 KLD UF Plant for proposed construction of Multi storied building IT Park at Porur Village. | Dr.Ashutosh Das- Centre for Research And Development & Centre for Environmental Engineering, PRIST (Deemed To be University), Thanjavur. | Hubert Enviro Care Systems (p) Ltd, Chennai |
11. | Groundwater Potential Zonation by Remote Sensing and GIS Techniques and Its Relation to the Groundwater Level in the Ambattur. | Dr.R.Sivasamandy, Department of Civil Engineering, PRIST (Deemed To be University), Thanjavur. | Thrust Geoconsultants Private Limited,Stilt Floor, Sri Kumaraguru Apartments, No. 18A, Pattammal Street, Krishnapuram (west),Ambattur, Chennai – 600 053 |
SPONSORED RESEARCH PROJECTS:
S.No. | PROJECT TITLE | FACULTY | SPONSORING AGENCY |
1. | Establishment of a research-based center for Sustainable Treatment, Reuse and Management for Efficient, Affordable and Synergistic solutions for Water(WATER-IC for SUTRAM of EASY WATER) | Dr. ASHUTOSH DAS | DST-WTI |
2. | Sustainable Urban Development: Green Building Practices, Eco-Friendly Infrastructure, and Smart Cities Integration | Dr.Ashutosh Das | PKM Industries, |
3. | Residential Community Planning: Neighborhood Design, Amenities, and Community Engagement | Dr.P.Paramaguru | PKM Industries |
4. | Adaptive Reuse of Buildings: Repurposing, Renovation, and Sustainable Practices | Dr.R.Siva Samundy | PKM Industries |
5. | High-Rise Building Construction: Structural Engineering and Safety Measures | B.Jose Ravindra Raj | Ruby Builders |
6. | Historic Building Restoration and Preservation: Renovation Techniques and Heritage Conservation | Dr.Iraikarkuzhali | Ruby Builders |
7. | Mixed-Use Development Projects: Residential, Commercial, and Recreational Spaces | Dr.Iraikarkuzhali | Ruby Builders |
8. | Urban Redevelopment Projects: Revitalizing Old Neighborhoods and Urban Spaces | S.Vennila | Ruby Builders |
9. | Adaptive Reuse of Buildings: Repurposing and Renovation Projects | D.Jeyakumar | Ruby Builders |
10. | Landscaping and Outdoor Design Services for Residential and Commercial Properties | Dr.R.Siva Samundy | Ruby Builders |
11. | Establishment of a research-based center for Sustainable Treatment, Reuse and Management for Efficient, Affordable and Synergistic solutions for Water(WATER-IC for SUTRAM of EASY WATER) | Dr. ASHUTOSH DAS | DST-WTI |
12. | Estimation and Tracking of subsurface groundwater Discharge (SGD) along coastal stretches of Andhra Pradesh and TamilNadu based on understanding and modelling of coastal Aquifer Dynamics | Dr. ASHUTOSH DAS | ISRO |
13. | Educational Facility Construction: Schools, Colleges, and Training Centers | B.Jose Ravindra Raj | RCC Engineering |
14. | Urban Renewal and Historic Preservation: Revitalization Projects with Legal Compliance | B.Jose Ravindra Raj | PKM Industries |
15. | Industrial Construction Projects: Warehouses, Factories, and Manufacturing Facilities | D.Jeyakumar | Ruby Builders |
16. | High-End Interior Design and Finishing Services for Luxury Properties | Dr.Iraikarkuzhali | Ruby Builders |
17. | Automation and Robotics in Construction | T.Vidhudhalai | RCC Engineering |
18. | Innovative Materials for Sustainable Construction | Dr. P. PARAMAGURU | RCC Engineering |
- 2019-2020 – Dr.Ashutosh Das received the “Best Researcher Award “from Moral research & resource organization,MAM School of Engineering Technology, Trichy
- 2018-2019 – Dr.Ashutosh Das received the “Indira Gandhi Gold Medal Award “from Global Economic Progress and research Association, New Delhi.
- 2018-2019 – Prof.B.Jose Ravindra Raj received the “Best Teacher “from PRIST Deemed to be University
- 2018-2019 – Dr.Ashutosh Das received the “Best Teacher “from PRIST Deemed to be University
Nature of the Activity | Date | Title of the Event | Guest of honour | Number of Participants |
| Guest Lecture | 06.05.2022 | Life Mission | Mr.P.Vadivel, Divisional Engineer, Highways Department, Thhiruchirapalli | 30 |
| Webinar | 24.06.2020 | “Application And Strength Aspects Of Rubberized Concrete” | Dr.G.Venkatesan Assistant Professor (Sr.Gr), UniversityCollegeofEngineering, Trichy | 65 |
| Guest Lecture | 25.02.2019 | Guest Lecture on Failure Analysis of Structures | Dr.M.Kannan, Professor & Head, Department of Civil,PITS,Thanjavur | 65 |
| 14.02.2019 | Career Counseling Program | Mr.ShashiRanjanPande, General BankingOfficer, Bank of India, Muzffarpur Zone, Bihar | 35 | |
| 07.09.2018 | Career Counseling Program | Prof.V.Ramya, Assistant Professor, Govt.Engineering College, Sengipatti, Thanjavur | 50 | |
| 31.08.2017 | Low Cost Materials & Smart Construction | Dr. Mahendran, Professor Gandhigram University | 30 | |
Seminar/ Workshop | 09.03.2019 | Project work selection Documentation and Publication | Dr.AshutoshDas Dr.K.Saravanan Dr.T.T.M.Kannan CRD,PRIST UNIVERSITY | 57 |
| 24.09.2019 | National Level Technical Symposium on“CIV-ARCHON’Z 2K19” | Dr. G.Venkatesan, Associate Professor, Anna University, BIT Campus, Trichy | 250 | |
| Symposium / Conference | 24.04.2019 | National Conference on Recent Trends in Engineering “NCRTE 19″ | Dr.Jaishankar, Principal, Star Lion Engg. College, Thanjavur | 125 |
04.10.2018 | National Level Technical Symposium on “SCULPTORS 2K18” | Mr.V.RamaChandran, General Manager, Kothari Sugars Limited | 185 | |
| 27.07.2017 | National Level Technical Symposium “STRUCTURA 2K17” | Dr.R.Manjula, Asst.Prof /Civil/NIT | 150 | |
| Extension Activities | 09.03.2019 | Public Voting awareness | Mr.JoseRavindraraj.B Associate professor PRIST UNIVERSITY | 71 |
| 10.11.2018 | Eye Care Camp | Mrs.K.Shanthi Asst professor PRIST UNIVERSITY | ||
| 18.03.2018 | Primary Health Camp | Mr.R.Sankar Asst professor PRIST UNIVERSITY |
- Guest Lecture on “Life Mission” was delivered by Mr.P.Vadivel, Divisional Engineer, Highways Department, Trichy on 06.05.2022.
- Organized an Intra College Technical Event “TECHFEST’22” on 20.10.2022.
- MoU signed with Civil Engineering Association, Thanjavur, Builders Association of India-Thanjavur Center and Association of Consulting Civil Engineers (India) – Thanjavur Center for the academic Year 2023-2024.
- Organized National level Webinar on “Modern Construction Materials and its Techniques” by Dr.S.Dhipan Aravind, Assistant Professor, Annapoorna Engineering college on 23.08.2023.
- Organized a “Technical Quiz 2K23” on 25.08.2023.
- Conducted National Level Workshop on Land surveying using “TOTAL STATION” by N.Manoharan B.E., Topomapper and Engineering Surveyor on 26.09.2023.
- A Departmental Advisory committee Consisting of 5 Industry Experts, 2 Academic Experts and 2 Alumni was constituted.
- At the end of each semester students are encouraged to go for Internship to gain field knowledge.
- During the last three academic years a total of 25 students have enrolled for higher studies in universities abroad.
Head, Department of Civil Engineering,
School of Engineering and Technology
PONNAIYAH RAMAJAYAM INSTITUTE OF SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY(PRIST), Vallam, Thanjavur -613403.
Email: hodcivil@prist.ac.in