The Department of Mechanical Engineering was started during the academic year 2009-10 under Anna University. The Department is continuously striving to achieve excellence in education, academic and industry-oriented research to prepare the manpower that are globally competitive and capable of leading in industry, academia and government organizations in both India and abroad. Besides the Bachelor degree, Department offer Master degree in CAD/CAM and Ph.D. programme also. Under Ph.D. programme at the Department, the major research areas include Welding, Robotics, Advanced machining processes, CAD/CAM, Composites, Bio-materials, Modelling and Computation in heat transfer and Internal combustion engines so on. The major strength of the department is its experienced and enthusiastic teaching faculty with a well-versed teaching and industrial exposure along with well supportive technical staff for laboratories. The department is also well equipped with computer facilities and resources both in terms of hardware and software.
Programmes Offered
B.E. Mechanical Engineering
Duration
4 years (Regular) / 3 years (Lateral Entry)
No. of Semesters
8 (Regular) / 6 (Lateral Entry)
No. of Seats
Total - 30 (NRI Approval Status - Yes, PIO/FN/GULF quota/OCI Approval Status - Yes)
Eligibility
10,+2 system of education. Must have secured a pass in Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics in the qualifying examination
Mechanical engineering graduates are always in huge demand. Here is a look at some of the top recruiting industries that are always on the lookout for skilled mechanical engineers - Machine tools manufacturing industries, Pumps and Motors manufacturing industries, Automobile Industries, Aerospace Industries, Robotics White Goods Industries, Power plants and Foundries and many more. When we talk about the different job roles for mechanical engineers, the same can be broadly classified into the following few segments
Design - In this role, the mechanical engineers would be responsible for drafting technical sketches either with tools or computers.
Production - The production job role usually involves consultation and supervision in the manufacturing of machines and their components.
Analysis and Testing - In this job role, mechanical engineers should be responsible for analysis and testing of machine parts, systems and equipment.
Installation & Maintenance - The job role involves knowledge of installation of machine parts in the industrial location, along with their proper maintenance as per the provided specifications.
Research – In this job responsibilities would include researching and implementing findings for the development of new products using the latest technologies.
Our Vision
To produce technically knowledgeable students in the field of mechanical engineering by imparting quality education with the industrial and communal needs.
Our Mission
To disseminate knowledge to the students to excel as outstanding mechanical engineering with multi disciplinary skills.
To inculcate moral and ethical values, research attitude among students.
To encourage students to develop entrepreneurial skills in order to support society.
Dr.A.G.Mohan Das Gandhi
M.E., PhD., Head of the Department
He has over 6.6 years of industrial experience and 18 years of teaching experience. He completed his B.E. from PSNA College of Engineering and Technology, Dindigul, M.E. from Anna University, Coimbatore, and earned his Ph.D. from Anna University, Chennai. His area of specialization is Material Science, and he is a recognized Ph.D. supervisor at Anna University. He has published 20 research papers in reputed national and international journals. As a dedicated academician, he is a life member of ISTE and IAE and has contributed significantly to the field of engineering education. He has also served as the Chief Superintendent for Anna University Examinations and is actively involved in student development as the Coordinator of the Rotaract Club.
He had completed his Undergraduate B.Sc- Agriculture from Tamil Nadu Agricultural University (TNAU) in the year 2004 and Postgraduate M.ScAgriculture (Agricultural microbiology) from Tamil Nadu Agricultural University (TNAU) in the year 2006.He had completed his PhD from TNAU in the year 2010. He has a total experience of more than 12 years in both teaching and research. He had published 7 international and 9 national research papers in ICARNAAS rated Journals with good impact factor. He had published more than 11 books in the field of Bio-energy, Environment Engineering and Agricultural Microbiology. Apart from research articles he has published more than 30 popular articles in magazines, Newspapers etc.
DEPARTMENT ADVISORY COMMITTEE (DAC)
The Department Advisory Board develops and recommends new or revised goals and objective of the program . The Committee consists of Director . Head of the Department, senior faculty member in the Department and experts from Academic, industry and Alumni.
Following are the members of the Advisory Board:
S.No
Name
Designation
Role
1
Dr.S. Vijayan
Principal
Chairman
2
Dr.A.G.Mohan Das Gandhi
Professor & Head
Convener
3
Dr.S.Narayanamoorthy
Vice Principal, Professor and Head, Dept. of Mechatronics Engineering
Effectuating success in careers by exploring with the design, digital and computational analysis of engineering systems, experimentation and testing, smart manufacturing, technical services, and research.
Amalgamating effectively with stakeholders to update and improve their core competencies and abilities to ethically compete in the ever-changing multicultural global enterprise.
To encourage multi-disciplinary research and development to foster advanced technology, and to nurture innovation and entrepreneurship in order to compete successfully in the global economy.
To globally share and apply technical knowledge to create new opportunities that proactively advances our society through team efforts and to solve various challenging technical, environmental and societal problems.
To create world class mechanical engineers capable of practice engineering ethically with a solid vision to become great leaders in academia, industries and society.
Engineering knowledge: Apply the knowledge of mathematics, science, engineering fundamentals, and an engineering specialization to the solution of complex engineering problems
Problem analysis: Identify, formulate, review research literature, and analyse complex engineering problems reaching substantiated conclusions using first principles of mathematics, natural sciences, and engineering sciences.
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.
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.
Modern tool usages: Create, select, and apply appropriate techniques, resources, and modern engineering and IT tools including prediction and modelling to complex engineering activities with an understanding of the limitations.
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. B. E. MECHANICAL ENGINEERING
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.
Ethics: Apply ethical principles and commit to professional ethics and responsibilities and norms of the engineering practice.
Individual and team work: Function effectively as an individual, and as a member or leader in diverse teams, and in multidisciplinary settings.
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.
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.
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.
On successful completion of the Mechanical Engineering Degree programme, the Graduates shall exhibit the following:
Apply the knowledge gained in Mechanical Engineering for design and development and manufacture of engineering systems.
Apply the knowledge acquired to investigate research-oriented problems in mechanical engineering with due consideration for environmental and social impacts.
Use the engineering analysis and data management tools for effective management of multidisciplinary projects.
FACULTY MEMBERS
Dr. A.G.Mohan Das Gandhi
Professor & Head
Name
Designation
Qualification
Experience
Area of Specialization
Dr. A.G.Mohan Das Gandhi
Professor & Head
M.E., Ph.D
29 Years
Industrial Engineering
Dr. M.Kannan
Director (Academics)/ Professor
Name
Designation
Qualification
Experience
Area of Specialization
Dr. M.Kannan
Director (Academics)/ Professor
M.E., Ph.D.
29 Years
Thermal Engineering
Mr.M. Sivakumar
Associate Professor
Name
Designation
Qualification
Experience
Area of Specialization
Mr.M. Sivakumar
Associate Professor
M.E.,(Ph.D).,
16.7 Years
Engineering Design
Mr. T. Naveenkumar
Assistant Professor
Name
Designation
Qualification
Experience
Area of Specialization
Mr. T. Naveenkumar
Assistant Professor
M.E
12.2 Years
Engineering Design
Mr. S. Mehanathan
Assistant Professor
Name
Designation
Qualification
Experience
Area of Specialization
Mr. S. Mehanathan
Assistant Professor
M.E.,MBA.,(Ph.D)
11.2 Years
CAD/CAM
Mr.K.Saravanakumar
Assistant Professor
Name
Designation
Qualification
Experience
Area of Specialization
Mr.K.Saravanakumar
Assistant Professor
M.E.,(Ph.D)
11.2 years Years
Thermal Engineering
Mr.S.Fazlul Rahman
Assistant Professor
Name
Designation
Qualification
Experience
Area of Specialization
Mr.S.Fazlul Rahman
Assistant Professor
M.E.,(Ph.D).,
12.1 Years
Production Engineering
Mr.R.Gowtham
Assistant Professor
Name
Designation
Qualification
Experience
Area of Specialization
Mr.R.Gowtham
Assistant Professor
M.E.,(Ph.D).,
1.4 Years
Engineering Design
S.No
Name
Designation
Qualification
Experience
Area of Specialization
1
Dr. A.G.Mohan Das Gandhi
Professor & Head
M.E., Ph.D
29 years
Industrial Engineering
2
Dr. M.Kannan
Director (Academics)/ Professor
M.E., Ph.D
29 years
Thermal Engineering
3
Mr.M. Sivakumar
Associate Professor
M.E.,(Ph.D)
16.7 years
Engineering Design
4
Mr. T. Naveenkumar
Assistant Professor
M.E
12.2 years
Engineering Design
5
Mr. S. Mehanathan
Assistant Professor
M.E.,MBA.,(Ph.D)
11.2 years
CAD/CAM
6
Mr.K.Saravanakumar
Assistant Professor
M.E.,(Ph.D)
11.2 years
Thermal Engineering
7
Mr.S.Fazlul Rahman
Assistant Professor
M.E.,(Ph.D).,
12.1 years
Production Engineering
8
Mr.R.Gowtham
Assistant Professor
M.E.,(Ph.D).,
1.4 years
Engineering Design
LABORATORIES
Our Mechanical Engineering Department has well equipped state of art laboratories in Order to cope with the curriculum as well as the requirement of industries. The laboratories are helping the student to imbibe practical skills in the field of Mechanical engineering.
