Since its inception in 1955, the Department of Mechanical Engineering has a wide reputation for the quality of teaching and research it offers. It has been awarded top grades for both teaching and research activities from independent and government bodies. The excellent laboratory facilities, modern computer clusters, systematically designed curriculum, and dedicated faculty members make this Department a dynamic place to study.
Mechanical Engineering Graduates from BIT Mesra are sought after by many prestigious companies. There is also an excellent careers center on campus, which helps the students to get entry into multinational companies.
Vision
The Mechanical Engineering Department of Birla Institute of Technology, Mesra, Ranchi strives to be globally recognized for quality engineering education and research leading to well qualified engineers, academicians and researchers who are innovative, entrepreneurial and successful in achieving excellence in their field of study.
Mission
- To impart quality education to the students and enhancing their knowledge and skills to be globally competitive Mechanical Engineers.
- To maintain state of the art research facilities to provide its students and faculty to create, interpret, apply and disseminate knowledge with an understanding of the limitations.
- To develop linkages and interaction with industry, R & D organizations and educational institution for excellence in consultancy practices, research and teaching.
- To provide conducive environment for learning, creativity and problem solving skill.
Programmes
Undergraduate Programmes
Department of Mechanical Engineering offers a four-year undergraduate course in Mechanical Engineering.
PROGRAMME EDUCATIONAL OBJECTIVES (PEOs)
1. To provide a quality undergraduate education for students entering the mechanical engineering profession of seeking carriers in related fields.
2. To advance scientific knowledge through basic and applied research through scholarly publication, conferences, and continuing education.
3. To enable to acquire knowledge of relevant technologies and multidisciplinary fields including broad social, ethical, and environmental issues within which the engineering is practiced.
4. To develop problem solving approach using analytical abilities, effective communication skills and teamwork.
5. To create awareness and understanding related to social issues, apart from developing a sense of commitment to the community and profession with sincere involvement.
(A) PROGRAMME OUTCOMES (POs)
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 with consideration for sustainable development.
PO3: Design/Development of Solutions: Design creative solutions for complex engineering problems and design/develop systems/components/processes to meet identified needs with consideration for the public health and safety, whole-life cost, net zero carbon, culture, society and environment as required.
PO4: Conduct Investigations of Complex Problems: Conduct investigations of complex engineering problems using research-based knowledge including design of experiments, modelling, analysis & interpretation of data to provide valid conclusions.
PO5: Engineering Tool Usage: Create, select and apply appropriate techniques, resources and modern engineering & IT tools, including prediction and modelling recognizing their limitations to solve complex engineering problems.
PO6: The Engineer and The World: Analyze and evaluate societal and environmental aspects while solving complex engineering problems for its impact on sustainability with reference to economy, health, safety, legal framework, culture and environment.
PO7: Ethics: Apply ethical principles and commit to professional ethics, human values, diversity and inclusion; adhere to national & international laws.
PO8: Individual and Collaborative Team work: Function effectively as an individual, and as a member or leader in diverse/multi-disciplinary teams.
PO9: Communication: Communicate effectively and inclusively within the engineering community and society at large, such as being able to comprehend and write effective reports and design documentation, make effective presentations considering cultural, language, and learning differences.
PO10: Project Management and Finance: Apply knowledge and understanding of engineering management principles and economic decision-making and apply these to one’s own work, as a member and leader in a team, and to manage projects and in multidisciplinary environments.
PO11: Life-Long Learning: Recognize the need for, and have the preparation and ability for i) independent and life-long learning ii) adaptability to new and emerging technologies and iii) critical thinking in the broadest context of technological change.
(B) PROGRAMME SPECIFIC OUTCOMES (PSO)
1. The student will be able to design mechanical systems in various fields and challenges such as machine elements, thermal systems, manufacturing, and industrial and inter disciplinary fields like additive manufacturing, soft computing to meet the demand of the day in industry as well as society.
2. The student will be capable to start their entrepreneurship, be employable and suitable for various fields like design, manufacturing, production industries, academic and industries, research, and development organizations in and outside the country.
3. The student will be able to pursue advanced degrees in engineering, business or other professional fields through their knowledge and learnt skills through formal as well as informal self-study and motivation.
Contact:-
Dr. Apurba Kumar Roy
HOD,Department of Mechanical Engineering
BIT Mesra, Ranchi
Jharkhand – 835 215, India
Phone: 0651-2275444 Ext 4470
E-mail: hod.mech@bitmesra.ac.in