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a year agoContributor-Level 10
You must go for a course in Structural Engineering as the scope of the field is wide.
- Environment-friendly construction practices are also gaining a lot of importance these days with structural engineers playing an important role in designing environment friendly structures that reduce environmental of the entire building process, from material selection to energy efficiency.
- In the digitalized world that we are living in today, new technologies like Building Information Modeling (BIM) can create digital copies of structures, making it easy for architects, engineers, and contractors to communicate and supervise the design
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a year agoBeginner-Level 5
Yes, JNTU offers M.tech in structural engineering which is the part of civil department .
JNTU aslo offers some others cources for mtech these are
Aerospace engineering
Computer science engineering
Chemical engineering
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a year agoContributor-Level 10
Generally speaking, for a GATE score of 361, the chances for M.Tech in Structural Engineering at NIT Jamshedpur would depend on one's category admission and the cut-off marks for that specific year.
For a general category student the cut-off marks for Structural Engineering generally are quite high and range closer to 401 marks in the successive years. On the other hand, if you are belonging to any of OBC, SC or ST categories, then you may be able to make it, cut-offs are lower for these categories.
Of course, the admission is CCMT counseling based on GATE score, other aspects being availability of seats and competition using that
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a year agoContributor-Level 10
Civil engineering and structural engineering are closely related fields having distinct roles and responsibilities. See the breakdown of the key differences
Feature | Civil Engineering | Structural Engineering |
|---|---|---|
Focus | Design and construction of entire infrastructure systems | Design and analysis of individual structures |
Scope | Broader, encompassing various aspects of infrastructure like transportation, water resources, and environmental engineering | Narrower, focusing specifically on the structural integrity and stability of buildings and other structures |
Skills | Strong foundation in mathematics, physics, and related engineering disciplines. Knowledge of various construction materials, methods, and codes. Excellent communication and collaboration skills. | Expertise in structural analysis, mechanics of materials, and computer-aided design (CAD) software. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. |
Typical responsibilities | Planning and designing infrastructure projects, managing construction processes, ensuring compliance with codes and regulations, conducting feasibility studies, and preparing technical reports. | Analyzing and designing structural elements like beams, columns, slabs, and foundations. Selecting appropriate materials and construction methods. Performing structural calculations and ensuring stability under various loads. |
Education | Bachelor's degree in civil engineering or related field. | Bachelor's degree in civil engineering or structural engineering. Master's degree may be preferred for certain positions. |
Note - The information is taken from external sites and may vary.
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a year agoContributor-Level 10
Structural engineer can work as a State, County or City employee or for a private firm. A partial list of employers includes Public agencies, private companies such as consulting firms, construction companies, manufacturing companies, large industries, and the Military. As a structural engineer, you design structures that can support their own weight and are safe even during extraordinary events like hurricanes, earthquakes, blizzards, and floods. You develop and use knowledge of the properties and behaviors of steel, concrete, aluminum, timber, and plastic as well as new and exotic materials.
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a year agoBeginner-Level 3
Yes the placements are decent about 30% batch does get placed . With the highest package being INR 15-20 LPA. If you're really interested in the course then only go for it. The course is really good. But the placement for the given branch is not very high. You can be placed if you have skills.
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a year agoContributor-Level 10
Lehigh University provides Masters and PhD programs in Structural Engineering. The programme revolves around research areas, such as Advanced Structural Material and Systems; Earthquake Resistant Structures; Infrastructure Systems; Infrastructure Reliability, Maintenance; and Life-Cycle Performance; Simulation Measurements; and more.
The Structural Engineering graduates get the opportunities to work in structural testing facilities and grab research opportunities in Earthquake Engineering, fiber-reinforced composites, fatigue and fracture, smart structures development, Shipbuilding, and Life-cycle Engineering.
The programme is very popul
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a year agoContributor-Level 10
Structural Engineers design, plan and supervise the construction projects, eg - buildings, parks, malls, bridges and more. They also take care of alterations to existing properties or structures. A Site Engineer takes responsibility for security, safety, health, organising and supervising material and people at sites.
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a year agoContributor-Level 10
Hi,
Below is a table comparing Construction Engineering and Structural Engineering:
| Feature | Construction Engineering | Structural Engineering |
|---|---|---|
| Focus | Building structures | Designing structures |
| Key Role | Implementing structural designs | Creating structural designs |
| Activities | Project management, construction methods, site supervision | Structural analysis, material selection, load calculations |
| Education | Broader curriculum covering various construction aspects | Strong foundation in engineering mechanics and structures |
| Skills | Leadership, communication, problem-solving, technical knowledge | Strong analytical skills, creativity, understanding of structural behavior |
Hope it clears your doubt !
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a year ago
Beginner-Level 5
Eligibility for this Institute For admission to the M.Tech programme at Quantum University, Roorkee, students need a B.E./B.Tech or equivalent degree in a relevant engineering field with at least a 50% aggregate. General category candidates need 50%, while SC/ST candidates need 45% . BE /BTech is compulsory for M.Tech purpose so you can score a good grace marks without a backlog can get you good score and fast admission process in this campus.
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