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Mechanical Engineering

About the Department

The Department of Mechanical Engineering at Vivekananda Polytechnic College focuses on developing skilled diploma engineers with strong practical knowledge in core mechanical and manufacturing technologies. The department emphasizes hands-on training, workshop practice, and modern engineering applications such as CNC machining, CAD, and automobile systems. Students are trained to meet industry requirements through skill-based learning and job-oriented practices.

Department Vision & Mission


Vision

To produce competent mechanical engineering professionals with strong practical skills, innovation ability, and professional ethics.


Mission

  • To provide quality technical education with emphasis on practical and workshop-based learning
  • To enhance students’ skills in design, manufacturing, and maintenance technologies
  • To expose students to modern tools such as CNC machines and CAD software
  • To prepare students for employment, higher education, and entrepreneurship
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Programme Educational Objectives (PEOs)

Graduates of the Mechanical Engineering programme will be able to:

  • Apply mechanical engineering principles in manufacturing, maintenance, and production sectors
  • Operate and maintain mechanical systems, machines, and tools
  • Use modern engineering software and CNC technologies
  • Demonstrate teamwork, safety awareness, and professional ethics

Curriculum Overview

The curriculum is designed as per **DOTE guidelines** and covers fundamental and applied areas such as:

  • Engineering Mechanics
  • Strength of Materials
  • Thermal Engineering
  • Fluid Mechanics and Machinery
  • Manufacturing Technology
  • Metrology and Quality Control
  • Automobile Engineering
  • CAD / CAM and CNC Programming

The programme includes theory, laboratory work, workshop practice, and project-based learning.

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Laboratory Facilities

The department is equipped with advanced laboratories and workshops, including:

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Heat Power Engineering Laboratory

Metrology Lab

Metrology Laboratory

Workshop Practice Lab

Workshop Practice Laboratory

Fluid Mechanics Lab

Fluid Mechanics and Machinery Laboratory

Mechanics of Materials Lab

Mechanics of Materials Laboratory

Lathe Shop

Lathe Shop

Special Machine Shop

Special Machine Shop

Automobile Technology Lab

Automobile Technology Laboratory

CAD CAM Lab

CAD / CAM Laboratory

Industry Exposure & Training

The department ensures industry readiness through:


  • Industrial visits to manufacturing and automobile industries
  • In-plant training and hands-on workshops
  • Practical training in CNC operation and AutoCAD
  • Guest lectures by industry experts
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Career Opportunities

Graduates of Mechanical Engineering can work as:

  • Maintenance Engineer
  • Production Supervisor
  • CNC Operator / Programmer
  • Automobile Service Technician
  • Quality Control Technician
  • Machine Operator / Supervisor

Students may also pursue higher studies, government sector jobs, or entrepreneurial ventures.