Mechanical Engineering
The Department of Mechanical Engineering was established in 1997 with affiliation to Mysore University. Presently the department is affiliated to Visvesvaraya Technological University (VTU). The present intake for the undergraduate program is 60 students. Mechanical Engineering emphasizes on Design, Materials & Manufacturing, Thermal Engineering, and also interdisciplinary areas like CAD/CAM/CAE, Automation, Operational Research, Mechatronics, FEM, Computational fluid dynamics, Managerial Aspects of Industry, etc.
The department has one of the best qualified and experienced faculty teams to cater to the needs of the students. The department has faculty members with specializations in the field of Thermal Engineering, Machine Design, Manufacturing and Management. Senior faculty members are not only qualified with Ph. D but also have average industrial experience of 15- 20 years which gives students a very practical learning experience that the industry expects of them. Six faculty members are pursuing their doctoral program. The supporting staffs are qualified, experienced, and skilled.
The Department of Mechanical Engineering is well-equipped and has an extensive laboratory and workshop facilities. The Mechanical Engineering department has a CAD/CAM centre with all the necessary software, in addition to the standard equipment. The laboratory and equipment not only satisfies the norms but also provides a space where students can experiment and give their innovative ideas a chance to be exhibited.
Vision
- “The Department of Mechanical Engineering strives to be recognized for imparting quality education and value added information to nurture competent and professional Engineers who can engage in innovation, entrepreneurship and practice Engineering and Research.”
Mission
- To provide quality education in the field of Mechanical Engineering to meet current trends in Industry.
- To create an environment for continuous receptiveness of technical and managerial skills to face challenges.
- To encourage students to become entrepreneurs for sustainable development of Engineering profession and the Society.
Program Educational Objectives
- To equip students with good scientific and Mechanical engineering knowledge with analytical capabilities to address contemporary issues
- To inculcate students with professionalism in the field of engineering and decision making skills leading to their overall development.
- To develop competent technocrats with flare to become entrepreneurs.
Program Specific Outcomes
- Acquire and inherit the confidence and competence in designing, analyzing and evaluating the mechanical system.
- Employ modern technological and management tools to successfully demonstrate desired and acceptable manufacturing practices.
Teaching Staff
| Sl. No. | Name of the Faculty | Designation | Qualification |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Dr. Manjunatha T S | Professor and Principal | BE, ME, PhD |
| 2 | Dr. Keethiprasad K S | Professor and Head | BE, ME, PhD |
| 3 | Dr. B R Narendra Babu | Professor | BE, M. Tech, PhD |
| 4 | Mr. B N Ashok | Associate Professor | BE, M.Tech |
| 5 | Mr. Allwin Yesuvadian R | Assistant Professor | BE, M.Tech (PhD) |
| 6 | Mr. V Manohar | Assistant Professor | BE, M.Tech (PhD) |
| 7 | Mr. Arun Maribashetti | Assistant Professor | BE, M.Tech |
Non Teaching Staff
| Sl No | Name | Designation | Qualification |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Mr. Stalin Shillington | Foreman | Diploma (Mechanical) |
| 2 | Mr. Mahesha Y. P. | Lab Instructor | ITI (Fitter Trade) |
| 3 | Mr.Venugopala. B. G. | Lab Instructor | Diploma |
| 4 | Mr.Madhu Kiran.G | Lab Instructor | Diploma & ITI |
| 5 | Mr.Amruthesha | Lab Instructor | ITI (Fitter Trade) |
| 6 | Mr. S. Basavaraju | Helper | SSLC |
Facilities available
- Department Has Smart Classrooms All Equipped With Multimedia Projectors.
- Department has Memorandum Of Understanding (MOU) With Government Tool Room & Training Centre (GTTC), Mysuru for Imparting Training in the field of automation, Robotics, CAD/CAM/CAE and also for student internships.
- Department has Memorandum Of Understanding (MOU) With an organization associated with research and manufacturing plastics for training students in plastic technology.
- The Department has well established Industry- Institute Interaction Cell which Is Actively Involved in Placing Students for Internship at Reputed Industries & Organizations in and around Mysore. This Has Given An Opportunity For Students To Identify Real Time Problems In Industry And Enable Them To Tackle The Same During Their Final Year Project.
- Department has established network with local industries has intensified continuous interaction of our students with industry experts by way of arranging short term internships right from second year, Technical talk by experts.
- Faculty members are deputed to industry orientation and training at local industries which makes them upgrade their knowledge and boost their morale and confidence to guide students.
- The department organizes training in the field of Hydraulics and Pneumatics in association with VTU-Bosch Rexroth Centre of Competence at VTU regional office Mysuru.
- Students are trained in the field of softwares like CATIA, Solid works, ANSYS, CFD and like.
- Constantly encourages and arranges training students in the area of CNC Technology and Automobile engineering
- Experienced faculty members guide students in identifying and executing real time projects and giving suitable solutions to tackle contemporary issues.
Students Skill Development Infrastructure
- ISHRAE Student Chapter
- CAD/CAM software training
- Well Stocked Departmental Library
- VGST and KSCST student project sponsorship
- High speed Internet Facility
- Yaantrika - students association
