DEPARTMENT OF MECHANICAL ENGINEERING

PONDICHERRY ENGINEERING COLLEGE

B.Tech in Mechanical Engineering

PROGRAMME EDUCATIONAL OBJECTIVES (PEOs)

PEO1	To provide necessary background in science, particularlyinadvanced mathematics, physics and chemistry that underlie modern mechanical engineering andtechnology (Fundamentals)
PEO2	To produce graduates who are strong in basics of technical education and prove their competency in diversified areas of mechanical engineering so that they can secure suitable positions in any technological enterprises, companies, organizations and industries both at national and international levels (Employability).
PEO3	To encourage a majority of our graduates to pursue advanced studies in thrust areas of mechanical engineering and to carry out scientific, industrial and defence research and development so as to meet/satisfy current requirements in respective sectors (Higher Studies).
PEO4	To prepare our graduates to improve their self-reliant capabilities, soft skills, leadership qualities which would help in building their own careers and make them become successful entrepreneurs to serve the nation and the society responsibly and ethically (Entrepreneurship).
PEO5	To familiarize our graduates with international and national codes and standards for good engineering practice in core and interdisciplinary fields and to help them evolve sustainable development in technological sphere with greater emphasis on mitigation ofenvironmental impact (Professional Ethics).

PROGRAM OUTCOMES (POs)

PO1	Engineering knowledge: Apply the knowledge of mathematics, science, engineering fundamentals, and an engineering specialization for the solution of complex engineeringproblems.
PO2	Problem analysis: Identify, formulate, research literature, and analyse complex engineering problems reaching substantiated conclusions using first principles of mathematics, natural sciences, and engineering sciences.
PO3	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 public health and safety, and cultural, societal, andenvironmental considerations.
PO4	Conduct investigations of complex problems: The problems: • that cannot be solved by straightforward application of knowledge, theories and techniques applicable to the engineering discipline. • that may not have a unique solution. For example, a design problem can be solved in many ways and lead to multiple possible solutions. • that require consideration of appropriate constraints/requirements not explicitly given in the problem statement. (like: cost, power requirement, durability, product life, etc.). • which need to be defined (modelled) within appropriate mathematical framework. • thatoften require use of modern computational concepts and tools.
PO5	Modern tool usage: Create, select, and apply appropriate techniques, resources, and modern engineering and IT tools, including prediction and modelling to complexengineering activities, with an understanding of the limitations.
PO6	The engineer and society: Apply reasoning informed by the contextual knowledge toassess societal, health, safety, legal, and cultural issues and the consequent responsibilities relevant to the professional engineering practice.
PO7	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.
PO8	Ethics: Apply ethical principles and commit to professional ethics and responsibilities andnorms of the engineering practice.
PO9	Individual and team work: Function effectively as an individual, and as a member or leader in diverse teams, and in multidisciplinary settings.
PO10	Communication: Communicate effectively on complex engineering activities with the engineering community and with t h e society at large, such as, being able to comprehendandwriteeffectivereportsanddesigndocumentation,makeeffective presentations, and give and receive clear instructions.
PO11	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 multidisciplinaryenvironments.
PO12	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 oftechnological change.

PROGRAM SPECIFIC OUTCOMES (PSOs)

PSO1	Graduates are acquainted well with the concepts and principles of Mechanical Engineering required for understanding and solving practical industrial problems of current interests to coremechanical industries.
PSO2	Graduates are initiated to work on Innovative Ideas that will eventually motivate them to pursueHigher Studies and Research in Mechanical &Allied Engineering and Management.
PSO3	Graduates can function in a Multidisciplinary Environment by being able to associate and integrate their domain knowledge with other disciplines.