Structural Engineering is a specialization in Civil Engineering. It will enable the students pursuing it to update their knowledge in structural behavior and design. The curriculum entails a full knowledge of structural analysis, design, detailing and construction. It helps the students to develop an in-depth knowledge in the field of structural behavior and design,

Eligibility Criterion

Successful clearance of the GATE exam is mandatory to get admission in this course. Since this program forms the core of civil engineering, a B.E in the same is also required. There is a few reservation of seats for the SC/ST/PD. Some colleges may have their own specific requirements to be fulfilled. Check the college website for the same.

Course outlook

The M.Tech program comprises of four semesters. The duration of the course is two years. The first two semesters involve course work whilst the remaining two deal with project work. The last semester is for dissertation. The themes for the project are based on recent research programs., the objective being to find solutions to practical problems.

Job Prospects

The students have ample scope for placement in construction industries and educational institutions. Most of the colleges offering the course also provide campus recruitment. The long term prospect for the field involves practical and research activities along with testing and consultancy services.

Places to pursue Structural Engineering

•    Basaveshwar Engineering College
•    Khaja Banda Nawaz College of Engineering
•    Indian Institute of Technology, Kharagpur
•    National Institute of Technology, Tiruchirapalli
•    Ramiah College of Engineering, Bangalore.