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Department of Civil Engineering

Overview

Civil Engineering course for Undergraduate Program has been offered at the university campus since 2009. The academic activities of the department emphasis on deep understanding of fundamental concepts, development of creative ability to handle the challenge of Civil Engineering and the analytical ability to solve problems which are interdisciplinary in nature. The Faculty members encourage the student to get involved in the Research activities in the Department.

 

Vision

To educate the students to face the challenges pertaining to Civil Engineering and guide them to become creative, innovative and socially responsible contributors in their profession.

Mission

  1. To develop professionally competent Civil Engineers through dedicated team effort, academic collaborations and on-site experience.
  2. To motivate students to pursue higher education through competitive examinations.
  3. To give a broad education to the students on recent areas of development through well-established laboratory facilities, collaborative projects with academic research and industrial exposure.

 

Professional Practice to Improve the Performances Through Ideas and Proposals

Department of civil engineering under Faculty of Engineering in Karpagam Academy of Higher Education, Coimbatore has established a full-fledged Consultancy and testing wing since January 2018 and experts in this section provide consultancy in the area of structural design, guidance related to building construction, Planning, documentation, etc.,

Local planning authority Coimbatore certified five of our staff members as registered engineers in various categories like Structural Design work, Developer, Geo-Technical Engineering, Registered Engineer, and Construction Engineer.

We have been conducting Geotechnical investigation, material, and water sample testing work for many of the Smart City projects proposed by Coimbatore, Tiruppur city Municipal Corporation, Nilgiris Horticulture department, and Kaur Govt. Medical College works.

Our Department experts are authorized for issuing Third Party Inspection Certificate to town panchayat road works of Sulur, Vellalore, Kinathukadavu, and Madhukarai.

We are also providing the above-mentioned consultancy & testing service to various private construction works like Multistorey buildings, Commercial complex, and Industrial shed.

Programme

Programmes
  1. Under Graduate Programme
    • B.E Civil Engineering (Strength: 30)
  2. Post Graduate Programmes
    • M.E. Structural Engineering (Strength: 6)
  3. Research Programme
    • Ph.D in Civil Engineering
Curriculum

Faculty

Name Qualification Designation Email ID Profile
Dr.N.Balasundaram Ph.D. Professor civil.hod@kahedu.edu.in Click Here
Dr.G.R.Vijayshankar Ph.D. Associate Professor vijayshankar.gr@kahedu.edu.in Click Here
Mr.V.Johnpaul Ph.D. Assistant Professor johnpaul.v@kahedu.edu.in Click Here
Mr.A.Krishna Kumar Athithan M.E. Assistant Professor krishnakumar.athithan@kahedu.edu.in Click Here
Mr.T.Balamurugesan M.E. Assistant Professor balamurugesan.thambirajan@kahedu.edu.in Click Here
Mr.Karthikkumar S M.E Assistant Professor karthikkumar.sivasubramaniyam@kahedu.edu.in Click Here
Mr.M.Vignesh M.E Assistant Professor vignesh.manivannan@kahedu.edu.in Click Here
Mr.G.Madhan Raja M.E Assistant Professor madhanraja.gnanavel@kahedu.edu.in Click Here
Ms.A.Jenifer Princy M.E Assistant Professor jeniferprincy.alexander@kahedu.edu.in Click Here
Mr.R.Thirumoorthi M.E. Assistant Professor thirumoorthi.ravi@kahedu.edu.in Click Here
Ms.B.Karolina M.E. Assistant Professor karolina.babu@kahedu.edu.in

Infrastructure

Lab Facilities

  1. Structural Engineering Laboratory
  2. Surveying Laboratory
  3. Soil Laboratory
  4. Construction material Laboratory.

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Publications

Paper publications by the Faculty Members

  1. Vignesh, M. (2024). Reinventing concrete: Exploring strength and durability with Portland slag cement. Revista Materia, 27(3).
  2. Balasundaram, N. (2024). Enhancing concrete performance with e-plastic waste and fly ash: A sustainable approach. Revista Materia, 27(4).
  3. Balasundaram, N. (2024). An in-depth assessment of the structural integrity and advantages of bamboo reinforced cement concrete elements (BRCC) utilizing an alternative binding material: A comprehensive evaluation. Revista Materia, 27(4).
  4. Johnpaul, V. (2023). The effects of nano-based bio-carbonates in superhydrophobic concrete—A review. Buildings, 13(6).
  5. Vijayshankar, G. R. (2023). Changes of geotechnical properties of heavy metal contaminated soil after solidification. Oxidation Communications, 46(3).
  6. Vijayshankar, G. R. (2023). Effect of phytoremediation on the geotechnical properties of heavy metal contaminated soil. Global Nest Journal, 25(3).
  7. Johnpaul, V. (2024). Feasibility assessment of medium-scale hydro-power plant: Case study in Kerala, India. Asian Journal of Water Environment and Pollution, 21(1).
  8. Johnpaul, V. (2024). Optimizing corrosion prediction initiation time for embedded steel in concrete with shell powders using deep learning techniques. Intelligent Systems and Applications in Engineering, 12(2).
  9. Balasundaram, N. (2024). Analysis of soil characteristics of legacy landfill at Vellalore dump site and study on reclamation of old landfill site. Journal of Balkan Tribological Association, 30(2).

Events

Guest Lectures

  1. M. Sumesh, Assistant Professor, Department of Civil Engineering, KAHE – Delivered Lecture Series (Invited Talk) on “Microstructure Characteristics of Cement and Concrete Composites” for PhD students in the Faculty of Engineering, University of Malaya, Malaysia from 13th Nov to 23rd Nov, 2020.
  2. Guest lecture on Estimating the quantity of RCC Structures by K.Mohandas, HoD & Professor, Department of Civil Engineering, Ashoka Institute of Engineering and Technology, Hyderabad on 30.09.2020
  3. .S.Pratheba, Assistant Professor organized the Guest Lecture on “Hydrology and Water Resources” Dr. KB. Srinivasan, Manager – Projects, Sreevatsa Real Estates Pvt Ltd, Coimbatore, Tamilnadu, India on Aug 08, 2020.
  4. Solai Mathi, Assistant professor organized the Guest Lecture on “Advanced Solid Mechanics” by Mr.N.Chidambaram, Assistant Professor, Department of Civil Engineering, J.J. College of Engineering and Technology, Tiruchirappalli on Feb 01, 2020.
  5. M. Sumesh, organized a Guest Lecture on “Ground Improvement Techniques” by M. Samuel Thanaraj, Nehru Group of Institution, Coimbatore on Jan 24, 2020.
  6. P. Preethi, Assistant professor organized the Guest Lecture on “Advanced Structural Analysis” by Mr.S.Aravind, Assistant Professor, Department of Mechanical Engineering, Karpagam Academy of Higher Education, Coimbatore on Jan 20, 2020.
  7. Endowment Lecture on conservation of Water Resources in Modern Society by Mr. K. Kalidasan President, Osai Environmental Organisation Coimbatore on June 19, 2019.
  8. Guest lecture on “Ground Improvement Techniques” by Dr R Kuberan on February 18, 2019.
  9. Guest Lecture on “Concrete Technology” by B.Srinvasan, Project Manager, Sreevatsa Real Estate Pvt. Ltd on December 20, 2018.
  10. Guest lecture on “Swachh Bharat” by Shri.Kana Ram Godha, Senior Manager, Sanitation & Livelihoods, Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs, New Delhi on September 04, 2018.
  11. Guest lecture on “Design of RC Structures” by Dr.P.Vinayagam Senior Grade on August 24, 2018.
  12. Guest lecture on “Surveying and Total Station” by E.D.Vishwanath on July 27, 2018.
  13. Guest Lecture on “Soil Sampling Techniques” by S.Elaiyaraja Professor on July 13, 2018.
  14. Guest Lecture on Carrier Guidance & Entrepreneurship by Mega Bharathi on July 11, 2018.
  15. Construction Management & Techniques by Mr.B.Srinivasan, Project Manager Sreevatsa Construction, Coimbatore on July 12, 2017.
  16. Green Building Concepts by Mr.B.Srinivasan, Project Manager / Sreevatsa Construction, Coimbatore on February 27, 2017.
  17. Environmental Engineering –I by Elangovan & Superintend Engineering / PWD Aliyar Dam on October 04, 2016.
  18. Prestressed Concrete by Dr.V.G.Srisanthi & Associate Professor / Coimbatore Institute of Technology, Coimbatore on August 24, 2016.
  19. Non-destructive technique Practices by Mr.B,Lawrence, CEO/A+CADD Center on January 04, 2016.

Webinar / Career Guidance / Workshops / Hands on Training Organized

  1. Sindhu, Assistant Professor, Department of Civil Engineering, KAHE organized a Skill Development on Building Valuation by Er. M. Adaikkalavan on 01.2021
  2. M. Sumesh, Assistant Professor, Department of Civil Engineering, KAHE organized a Webinar on “Field Testing of Construction Materials” by Dr. V. Karthik, M.E, PhD, Structural Consultant, V.A. Construction, Allivilla Group of Engineers, Salem – 636 007, Tamilnadu, India on Dec 17, 2020.
  3. M. Sumesh, Assistant Professor, Department of Civil Engineering, KAHE organized a Webinar on “Key Challenges and Career Opportunities for Civil Engineers” by Dr. E. D. Viswanath, Ph.D, CEO, Crea Infrastructure, Salem – 636 001, Tamilnadu, India on Dec 12, 2020.
  4. P.Preethi, Assistant Professor, organised a Soft Skill Development Program on Etiquettes and mannerisms for successful career for the Civil Engineering students on 2nd November 2020.M.R. Vanithamani, Professor & Director, Faculty of Management Studies, Karpagam College of Engineering, Coimbatore was invited as the resource person.
  5. M. Sumesh, Assistant Professor, Department of Civil Engineering, KAHE organized a Competitive coaching on “Government Norms for Properties” by Dr. J. Sankar M.E (Struct)., Ph.D, The Proprietor, Surrya Builders, Salem – 636007, Tamilnadu, India on Oct 27, 2020.
  6. M. Sumesh, Assistant Professor, Department of Civil Engineering, KAHE organized a Skill development program on “Basic Concept and Applications of Vastu in Construction” by Er. P. Sivakumar M.E (Struct)., (Ph.D), Managing Director, Tamilnad Constructions, Karur, Tamilnadu, India on Oct 22, 2020.
  7. P.Preethi, Assistant Professor, organised a Career Guidance Program on Scope for upcoming Civil Engineers in valuation on 8th October 2020.T.V. Arul Prakash, Proprietor, Chartered Engineer, Registered Valuer, A.P Associates was invited as the resource person.
  8. Sindhu, Assistant Professor, Department of Civil Engineering, KAHE organized a Endowment Lecture on ‘Entrepreneurship Development in Civil Engineering’ by Dr. Karthik, M.E, PhD,Managing Partner, Sri Murugan Sand, Salem – 636015, Tamilnadu, India on Sep 15, 2020.
  9. P.Preethi, Assistant Professor, organised a National Level Technical Webinar on BIM concepts in construction 26th June 2020. M.Vasanth Kumar Managing Director, Thiranz Tech Solutions was invited as the resource person.
  10. Sumesh, Assistant Professor, Department of Civil Engineering, KAHE organized a Skill development program on “Creating a Floor Plan in Layout and Interior Design with SketchUP 2021” by Mr. R. Ramesh Babu, Civil Technical Head, Thiranz Tech Solutions, Malumichampatti, Coimbatore on Feb 08, 2021.
  11. S.Pratheba, Assistant Professor organized the Webinar on “Introduction to Project Management using Primavera” on Ms. Suganya Sekar, (PMP) Manager – Delivery and Services, Infinity PMC Solutions Pvt Ltd.7/380, Kamarajar salai, Kovilambakkam, Chennai – 600129, India on Jan 27, 2020.
  12. Pratheba, Assistant Professor organized the  Career Guidance Program on “Entrepreneurship development in Civil Engineering Sectors” by Er. Sudhan Nayak Raj, Managing Director, Olive Green Construction, Coimbatore on Jan 18, 2020.
  13. Skill Development on “Vasthu Sasthra and Total Station” by Er.J.Shankar, Consultant Suriya Builders, Salem on July 16, 2018.
  14. Guideline to prepare GATE exam by Gate Academy Members\ GATE Academy- Coimbatore on February 08, 2017.
  15. To create awareness among the students regarding the use of software’s in Civil Engineering Field by Civil Engineering Software – AUTOCADD, C-CUBE TECHNOLOGY on July 20, 2017.
  16. Practical Demo on SPT Test by Dr.R.Venkatasubramani, Professor & Head/MCET, Pollachi on September 06, 2017.
  17. STAAD Pro (Design software) by Mr. M. Anandapadmanabhan, Civil Engineer / Manika Sundaram Associates, Coimbatore, from February 20, 2017 to February 22, 2017.
  18. Career guidance and personality development by Mr.P.Anjesh, PSG College of Technology Coimbatore on January 25, 2016.
  19. To give practical exposure on basics of solid mechanics by Mr.Karthik, Assistant Professor, KPR Institute of Engineering and Technology on January 22, 2017.

National Conference

  1. Department of Civil Engineering Organized 9thNational Conference on “Recent Trends in Civil Engineering” on 5th March 2020. Dr. S. Senthil Kumar, Professor, KSR College of engineering and Technology was the Chief Guest.
  2. Department of Civil Engineering Organized 8th National Conference on “Recent Trends in Civil Engineering” on 20thMarch 2019. Dr. G. S. Thirugnanam, Professor, Department of Civil Engineering, Builders Engineering College, Erode was the Chief Guest.
  3. Department of Civil Engineering Organized 7th National Conference on “Recent Advancements in Civil Engineering (RACE-2k18)” on 15thMarch 2018. The Chief Guest of the conference was Dr. V. Rajkumar, Professor, Department of Civil Engineering, Government College of Engineering, Salem.
  4. Department of Civil Engineering Organized 6th National Conference on “Research & Innovation in Civil Engineering (ncRICE-2k17)” on 17thMarch 2017. Dr. N. Kottiswaran, Principal, INFO Institute of Engineering, Coimbatore was the Chief Guest.
  5. Department of Civil Engineering Organized 5th National Conference on “Innovations in Civil Engineering” on 12thMarch 2016. The Chief Guest of the conference was Dr. R. Thenmozhi & Mr. G.L. Sathyamoorthy. PG students and research scholars share their research ideas and present it.
  6. Department of Civil Engineering Organized 4th National Conference on “Advanced Techniques in Civil Engineering (NCATCE-2015)” on 10thMarch 2015. Dr. G. Prince Arulraj, Professor and Dean of Civil Engineering, S.N.S. College of Technology, Coimbatore was the Chief Guest.

Technical Symposium

  1. National level technical symposium “EGSOW’20” on 18th February 2020. Dr.P. Vinayagam, Professor, Coimbatore Institute of Technology, Coimbatore was invited as the resource person.
  2. National level technical symposium “EGSOW’19” on 22nd February 2019. Er.S.Sivalingam, Deputy Chief Engineer, Coimbatore was invited as the resource person.
  3. National level technical symposium “EGSOW’18” on 16th February 2018. Mr.V.Ganeshan, IFS, Chief Conservator of Forest & Field Director, Anamalai Tiger Reserve, Pollachi, Coimbatore was invited as the resource person.
  4. National level technical symposium “EGSOW’17” on 20th February 2017. Dr. A. Sudhakar, Chief Consultant, Dimensions Coimbatore was invited as the resource person.
  5. Conducted National level technical symposium “EGSOW’16” on 17th February 2016. Dr.G.S.Thirugnanam, Professor & Head of the Department, Civil Engineering, Institute of Road and Transport Technology was invited as the resource person

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