Panjab University, one of the oldest Universities in the country has about 75 teaching and research departments for providing enhanced quality education for the aspirants. The University conducts separate entrance exams for the admittance of eligible ones to its PhD programme. The particulars about the Panjab University PhD Manufacturing Technology Entrance Exam are mentioned below.

Structure of Panjab University PhD Manufacturing Technology Entrance Exam

There will be 2 papers for the Manufacturing Technology entrance exam conducted by the Panjab University. First paper will be of objective type which covers questions from Applied Mathematics, General Engineering and Research Methodology. 50 multiple choice questions will be there in this section which have to be answered with in 1 hour duration. 1 mark will be rewarded for each correct response. There will be no negative marking for the wrong ones. Second paper will be of descriptive type. 10 questions will be there in this section, out of which the candidates need to attend only 5. Each question will carry 10 marks. The time duration allotted for this section is 2 hours.

Syllabus of Panjab University PhD Manufacturing Technology Entrance Exam

Paper-I (Applied Mathematics)

• Linear Algebra
• Combinatorics
• Differential equations
• Partial Differential Equations
• Calculus
• Set Theory & Algebra
• Complex variables
• Probability and Statistics
• Graph Theory
• Transform Theory
• Numerical Methods

Paper-II (Subjective type)

Engineering Materials

• Structure and properties of engineering materials
• Heat treatment
• Stress-strain diagrams for engineering materials

Metal Casting

• Design of patterns, moulds and cores
• Solidification and cooling
• Riser and gating design
• Design considerations

Forming

• Plastic deformation and yield criteria
• Fundamentals of hot and cold
• Working processes
• Load estimation for bulk (forging, rolling, extrusion, and drawing) and sheet (shearing, deep drawing, and bending) metal forming processes
• Principles of powder metallurgy

Joining

• Physics of welding, brazing and soldering
• Adhesive bonding
• Design considerations in welding

Machining and Machine Tool Operations

• Mechanics of machining
• Single and multi-point cutting tools
• Tool geometry and materials
• Tool life and wear
• Economics of machining
• Principles of non-traditional machining processes;
• Principles of work holding
• Principles of design of jigs and fixtures

Metrology and Inspection

• Limits, fits and tolerances
• Linear and angular measurements
• Comparators
• Gauge design
• Interferometry
• Form and finish measurement
• Alignment and testing methods
• Tolerance analysis in manufacturing and assembly

Computer Integrated Manufacturing

• Basic concepts of CAD/CAM and their integration tools

Production Planning and Control

• Forecasting models
• Aggregate production planning
• Scheduling
• Materials requirement planning

Inventory Control

• Deterministic and probabilistic models
• Safety stock inventory control systems

Operations Research

• Linear programming
• Simplex and duplex method
• Transportation
• Assignment
• Network flow models
• Simple queuing models
• PERT and CPM

Engineering Mechanics

• Free body diagrams and equilibrium
• Trusses and frames
• Virtual work
• Kinematics and dynamics of particles and of rigid bodies in plane motion, including impulse and momentum (linear and angular) and energy formulations
• Impact

Strength of Materials

• Stress and strain
• Stress-strain relationship and elastic constants
• Mohr’s circle for plane stress and plane strain
• Thin cylinders
• Shear force and bending moment diagrams
• Bending and shear stresses
• Deflection of beams
• Torsion of circular shafts
• Euler’s theory of columns
• Strain energy methods
• Thermal stresses

Theory of Machines

• Displacement, velocity and acceleration analysis of plane mechanisms
• Dynamic analysis of slider-crank mechanism
• Gear trains
• Flywheels

Vibrations

• Free and forced vibration of single degree of freedom systems
• Effect of damping
• Vibration isolation
• Resonance
• Critical speeds of shafts

Design

• Design for static and dynamic loading
• Failure theories
• Fatigue strength and the S-N diagram
• Principles  of the design of machine elements such as bolted, riveted and welded joints, shafts, spur gears, rolling and sliding contact bearings, brakes and clutches

Fluid Mechanics

• Fluid properties
• Fluid statics
• Manometry
• Buoyancy
• Control-volume analysis of mass, momentum and energy
• Fluid acceleration
• Differential equations of continuity and momentum
• Bernoulli’s equation
• Viscous flow of incompressible fluids
• Boundary layer
• Elementary turbulent flow
• Flow through pipes
• Head losses in pipes, bends etc

Heat-Transfer

• Modes of heat transfer
• One dimensional heat conduction
• Resistance concept
• Electrical analogy
• Unsteady heat conduction
• Fins
• Dimensionless parameters in free and forced convective heat transfer
• Various correlations for heat transfer in flow over flat plates and through pipes
• Thermal boundary layer
• Effect of turbulence
• Radiative heat transfer
• Black and grey surfaces
• Shape factors
• Network analysis
• Heat exchanger performance
• LMTD and NTU methods

Thermodynamics

• Zeroth, First and Second laws of thermodynamics
• Thermodynamic system and processes
• Carnot cycle
• Irreversibility and availability
• Behavior of ideal and real gases
• Properties of pure substances
• Calculation of work and heat in ideal processes
• Analysis of thermodynamic cycles related to energy conversion

Applications

• Power Engineering
• I.C. Engines
• Refrigeration and air-conditioning
• Turbo machinery

Eligibility Criteria

For admittance to the PhD programme in Manufacturing Technology from Panjab University, one should have passed their Master’s examination in Manufacturing Technology or allied subjects with at least 55% (50% for SC/ST Category) marks in aggregate.

How to Apply?

The application form along with prospectus of Panjab University PhD Manufacturing Technology Entrance Exam can be obtained from the University centre and various other concerned centers by cash payment of Rs. 1800/- (Rs. 900/- for SC / ST candidates). The same can also be obtained through post for which a request along with DD of Rs. 1900/- (Rs. 1000/- for SC/ST candidates) which drawn in favor of ‘The Registrar’, Panjab University, Chandigarh and  payable at State Bank of India, Sector-14, Chandigarh has to be sent to ‘The Manager’, Publication Bureau, Panjab University, Chandigarh – 160014.

How to fill the Form?

• Fill the application form in candidates’ own hand writing
• No columns have to be left blank
• Name and date of birth should match with that in higher secondary certificate
• Completed OMR Application form along with Acknowledgement Card, Admit Card, Two Self-addressed duly stamped envelopes have to be sent to ‘The Assistant Registrar’, CET CELL, Aruna Ranjit Chandra Hall (Near Post Office), Panjab University, Sector-14, Chandigarh – 160014.

Important Dates (Tentative)

[Please note that we only provide tentative dates based on previous years dates. For exact dates related information it is always best to check official websites only.]

Last date for receipt of completed Application Form: First week of July, 2012

Last date for receipt of Application Form with late fee of Rs. 1000/-: Second week of July, 2012

Date of dispatch of Admit Cards: Mid week of July, 2012

Date of Entrance Test: Last week of July, 2012

List of Panjab University PhD Manufacturing Technology Entrance Exam Centers

Chandigarh

Contact Address for PanjabUniversity PhD Manufacturing Technology Entrance Exam

• Address: Panjab University, Chandigarh, India
• Telephone no: 2534813, 2534814, 2534811
• Email: [email protected]
• Website: www.puchd.ac.in

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Panjab University

Reference Books for Panjab University PhD Manufacturing Technology Entrance Exam

• Applied Mathematics by Srinivas N C, Murthy Ramana V
• A History of Vector Analysis by Michael J. Crowe
• Introduction to Manufacturing Technologies by Prashant
• An Excursion in Mathematics by M. R. Modak, S.A. Katre and V.V. Acharya
• Calculus by Tom M. Apostol
• Manufacturing Technology by Singh D K
• An Introduction to the Theory of Numbers by I. Niven & H. S. Zuckerman
• Complex Analysis by Lars Ahlfors
• A Textbook of Manufacturing Technology (Manufacturing Processes) by R K Rajput
• Concepts in Competitive Mathematics by Zachary M Boazman
• Concepts of Modern Mathematics by Ian Stewart
• Engineering Materials by Rangwal
• Combinatorial Problems in Mathematical Competitions by Yao Zhang
• Fluid Mechanics by Vyas Rp

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Study Plan

• Set up a systematic timetable allotting time for each topic in the syllabus
• Tougher topics can be assigned with more time
• Refer as many books as possible
• Note the important remarks and formulas in a separate sheet of paper

How and Where To Get the Results?

The result of Panjab University PhD Manufacturing Technology Entrance Exam can be obtained from the University’s official website.

Score Validity

The score validity of Panjab University PhD Manufacturing Technology Entrance Exam will be for 1 year.