Look around and you are bound to see a marvel of Engineering feat! The shape of the modern world is due to the progress in science and technology and this ever increasing influence demands a skilled and highly educated technical workforce. An accredited engineering program, ranging from the very general to the highly specialised, is the stepping stone to most entry-level positions. Wide ranges of courses are available in various Institutions.
Career Scope of Various Engineering Branches
Aeronautical Engineering : Aerospace engineers are concerned with the design, analysis, construction, development, testing and manufacture of commercial and military aircraft, missiles and spacecraft. Besides airlines, Employments are in organizations such as HAL, DRDO labs, National Aeronautical Lab, Aeronautical Development Establishment & Civil Aviation Department.
Architecture / Planning : The profession of architectural engineering includes practicing engineers designing, managing and constructing mechanical, electrical or structural systems for buildings. Scope: Various Construction and real state corporate houses, government real state townships developement projects, freelance career as an Architect.
Chemical & Bio-Engineering : Bio-chemical engineering has two central domains : (i) processing of biological materials and (ii) processing using biological agents as living cells, enzymes or antibodies. Biochemical engineering is an interdisciplinary field: (i) it requires integrated knowledge of governing biological properties (ii) chemical engineering methodology and strategies. This branch captures the information and technologies from both areas and accomplishes new synthesis for bio process design, operation, analysis and optimization.
Bioinformatics : Bioinformatics is an engineering discipline at the convergence of computing and the life sciences aimed at development of technologies for storing, extraction, organizing, analyzing, interpreting and utilizing the information being generated. Major Employers : Specialized bioinformatics companies. Pharmaceutical and biotech companies employing bio informatics technology in all the stages of the drug discovery process.
Biotechnology / Bioengineering / Ind. Biotechnology : Biotechnology is the industrial and pharmaceutical application of cell and molecular biology. It is a major growth industry worldwide in medicine, agriculture, horticulture, forensic science and microbiology. Applied biotechnology involves introducing new genes into organisms, breeding organisms to form new variants or treating organisms with specific compounds.
Chemical Engineering/ Polymer Engineering/Polymer Technology : Chemical engineering applies principles of chemistry and physics to the design and production of materials that undergo chemical changes during their manufacture. Chemical engineer also participates in efforts to maintain a clean environment and to create substitutes for or find ways to preserve our natural resources. Opportunities are in: Petroleum refining, fertilizer technology, processing of food and agricultural products, synthetic food, petrochemicals, synthetic fibers, coal and mineral based industries, Pollution Control.
Civil Engineering : Civil engineering is the oldest branch of engineering and incorporates the design and construction of roads, airports, tunnels, bridges, water supply and sewage systems, dams harbours, railroad systems, docks, power supply systems, building and even nuclear power plants.
Computer Science and Engineering : This course is concerned with theoretical and engineering aspects of computer architecture, system and application software, computer networks, VLSI, internet technology and applications. Also programming, algorithm design and analysis, formal languages and automata theory, and theoretical computer science.
Electrical & Electronics Engineering : Electrical Engineers work with equipment that produce and distribute electricity such as generators, transmission lines, transformers, lighting and wiring in buildings. In fact, electrical engineers are involved in the practical application of electrical energy.
Some of the specialized courses in Electrical Engineering are : Applied Electronics & Instrumentation Engineering, Electrical and Electronics Engineering, Electronics and Communication Engineering, Electronics & Instrumentation.
Information Technology Management : Information technology/ (IT) is an evolving interdisciplinary field Communication and Internet based technologies and has tremendous impact on our daily lives. The development, utilization, inter-relation and technologies and has tremendous impact on our daily lives. The development, utilization, inter-relation and confluence of computers, networking, telecommunication, business and technology management in the context of the global internet. Demand for IT professionals will remain high in the decades to come.
Mechanical Engineering : Mechanical engineering applies the principles of mechanics and energy to the design of machines and devices. Concerned with the design, operation and maintenance of machines, their components, machine tools, manufacturing systems and processes. Mechanical engineering is generally combined into three broad areas : energy, structures and motion in mechanical systems, and manufacturing.
Other specializations related to Mechanical Engineering are : Industrial Engineering ,Production and industrial Engineering ,Production Engineering etc.
Mining Engineering : The mining curriculum combines basic engineering subjects in geology and essential courses in mining to prepare graduates to discover, evaluate and develop mineral deposits. Graduates of the program design, operate, manage and reclaim mines and mining facilities in a profitable, safe and environmentally responsible manner.
Textile Technology : Textile engineering combines the principles of engineering with specific knowledge of textile equipment and processes. Textile engineers design, research, develop and implement automated systems for fiber production, handling and utilization.
Marine Engineering : Marine Engineering deals with design, fabrication maintenance of ships, submarines, and other related equipment’s. Jobs are available in Navy, Merchant navy and some of the Public Sector undertaking.
Ocean Engineering : The goal of Ocean Engineering is to develop the knowledge and technology to foster and enable the wise and effective use, development, and preservation of the ocean, its natural resources and environment, energy, food, minerals, and transportation.
Ceramic Engineering : The multibillion-dollar ceramic industry converts processed materials and raw materials taken directly from the earth (clay, sand, etc.) into useful products like spark plugs, glass, electronic components, nuclear materials, abrasives, rocket components, and even tableware. Opportunities are in: Building space shuttles, producing ceramic teeth, bones and joints, making ultra fast computer systems, in optic fiber cables etc.
Metallurgical/Materials Engineering : Metallurgical engineers are employed in every industry and enterprise that produces, buys, sells refines or manufactures metals or metallic products. Opportunities are in: Research Institutions / Heavy Steel Plants / Laboratories where search is on for new materials, space technology, Automobile Industry.
Food Processing/Preservation Engineering : Processed, ready to eat food products, tinned or packed food are the examples of this technology. Food Science and Technology is the Application of Science, Technology and Engineering to the Production, Marketing, Distribution and Utilisation of Foods. Major Employers: Amul, Nestle, Pepsi Co., Cadbury and many other Indian and Overseas Companies.
THERE ARE 15 INDIAN INSTITUTES OF TECHNOLOGY IN INDIA
Why IIT is the first choice of every Engineering aspirants
1. IITs are the first destination for each company looking to hire technocrats. 2. Today, IITians are envied species with multiple career options with high income. 3. IIT campus provides you every opportunity for pursuit of excellenceviz. Personality Development and confidence building.
So what's special about them ?
IITs indeed are India's premium most Engineering Institutes which have got global recognition and have made a significant mark in technological break throughs. They have earned world's accolade.
IITs are known for : 1. Best infrastructure 2. Best Faculty 3. Over all grooming and personality development 4. International Exposure 5. Best Global Placements 6. Great Career throughout life
The Gateway to IIT's... IIT-JEE
INTRODUCTION :The Indian Institutes of Technology are institutions of national importance.The admissions to the Undergraduate Programmes for all Indian and Foreign nationals at these institutions are made through the Joint Entrance Examination (JEE).
Institute of Technology - Banaras Hindu University, Varanasi and Indian School of Mines, Dhanbad, a deemed university, also admit students in their Undergraduate Programmes through JEE.
RGIPT (Rajiv Gandhi Institute of Petroleum Technology) Rae Barelli, UP also admits students through IIT-JEE.
RESERVATION OF SEATS
l For old 7 IITs -- 18%for OBCS, 15% SC, 7.5% ST and 3% PD seats, respectively, in each program.
l For 8 new IIT's --27% for OBC's, 15% SC, 7.5% ST and 3% PD seats, respectively, in each program.
ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA :A candidate can attempt JEE only twice, in consecutive years.
Candidates who have last year accepted admission, by paying full fee at any of the IITs, IT-BHU, Varanasi and ISM, Dhanbad through JEE are not eligible to appear in JEE-2011.
Candidates appearing for JEE-2011 should have either passed in 2010 or should be appearing in 2011 in the final examination of the 10+2 system.
Candidates belonging to the general (GE) category and DS category must secure a minimum of 60% marks in aggregate in their 12th class Exam. Candidates belonging to SC, ST and PD categories must secure a minimum of 55% in aggregate.
DATE OF BIRTH : For JEE 2011, Only those candidates, whose date of birth falls on or after October 01, 1986, are eligible for JEE - 2011. However, in the case of SC, ST and PD candidates, upper age limit is relaxed by 5 years.
PATTERN OF JEE : There will be two question papers of three hours duration, each consisting of separate sections in Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics. Questions in these papers will be of objective type, which are to be answered on a specially designed machine-gradable sheet using HB pencils only. Incorrect answers will be awarded negative marks.
Aptitude Test for B. Arch. and B. Des.
Candidates called for counseling and desirous of joining the B. Arch. and B. Des. Courses will be required to qualify in an Aptitude Test to be conducted at each counseling Institute.
SCHEDULE OF JEE-2011 : The examination will be held in April usually on second Sunday. Tentative schedule is like :
APPLICATION PROCEDURE : Complete procedure is available on the website. Visit www.iitb.ac.in/jee
Analysis of IIT-JEE 2010
IIT-JEE, the most challenging of the Engineering Entrance exams in the country and probably the world has proved that it has not lost its charm at all and has retained its glory as ever. IIT-JEE 2010 was conducted on 11th April 2010 with paper 1 from 9.00 – 12.00 hrs and paper 2 from 14.00 to 17.00 hrs. The order of subjects in both papers were the same – Chemistry, Mathematics and Physics but the total marks, the number of questions and types of questions in both papers were distinct from each other.
Max. and min. marks scored in different subjects in IIT-JEE 2010
Marks of the first and last ranked candidates in JEE '09 MERIT LISTS
Max. and min. marks scored in different subjects in IIT-JEE 2009
IIT-JEE 2009 Common Merit List
STRATEGY TO CRACK IIT-JEE
Start now : To take a lead you need to start as early as possible- ideally just after your Board exams are over.
How to start :It is virtually impossible for a student to figure out on his own about how to start. Which books to choose? Which topics to study first? What is important , what is not? Wherefrom to do questions? Which type of questions? The list is endless........ confusions are many. If you try to search answer to all these questions on your own, you are bound to loose at least 2-3 months with many questions unanswered or wrongly answered.
The best strategy is to search an expert/mentor , if possible an IITian to guide you. Remember, your mentor must be easily available at times when you need him.
Study Critically : While studying a topic you must :
>> know what is its importance with regard to IIT JEE >> know which chapters are pre requisite for understanding this topic >> know what are the important points in this topic you need to master >> comprehend the relationship of the current topic with those already learnt >> go through few well designed solved examples >> solve a good number of problems of all types from a good source
Again a student invariably fails to select correct material , pick up important concepts correctly and finds it very difficult to apply those them to problems. At every other step he needs an expert's help. Regular evaluation : You must under take regular tests and analyse properly to get rid of your weaknesses.
Keep yourself motivated : During long duration of preparation a student, at times, finds himself helpless and dejected- particularly when he is unable to master a concept and fails repeatedly to solve problems. During such hours you need a guru who can show you the light of the day. These things are easy said but difficult done. You need able guidance at almost every step.
AIEEE [ALL INDIA ENGINEERING ENTRANCE EXAMINATION]
Every year CBSE conducts All India Engineering Entrance Exam (AIEEE) for admission into NIT's, IITs and various other good Engineering Colleges. Following prominent institute take admission through AIEEE.
>> 20 National Institutes of Technology (NITs) >> 10 new NIT's commissioned from 2010 >> National Institute of Foundary & Forge Technology, Ranchi. >> Indian Institute of Information Technology at Gwalior, Allahabad, Hyderabad & Indian Institute of Information technology, Design & manufacturing at Jabalpur, Kanchipuram. >> Army Institute of Technology, pune.
Syllabus for AIEEE : The question papers for the Examination are based on a common minimum syllabus drawn from syllabi taught in different State Boards/Central Boards.
APPLICATION PROCEDURE : Information in detail can be obtained on the website link given below :
AIEEE 2010 paper was simpler compared to 2009, for that matter was simplest amongst papers of last five years. The format of a single paper test was retained. There were 30 questions in each subject.Each section of the paper was of 144 marks means a total of 432 marks. Out of 30 questions in each section 24 questions carried 4 marks ( -1 for wrong answer ) and 6 question were of 8 marks ( -2 for wrong answer ).
Like last year in AIEEE 2010, there were a “Assertion – Reasoning “ type questions in Mathematics(5) and Physics(2) .To the delight of many students, Mathematics part was quite simple except one or two tricky questions. Quite a few questions in Mathematics were direct and formula based. Chemistry was also simple, though physics can be termed as moderately difficult.
The topic-wise breakup for each subject is given in the next page. The table also compares this years distribution with respect to last year’s to give an idea of the shift in the paper.
For less than 20,000 AIR, a candidate should score more than 220 marks out of 432 total marks.
Some other important Engineering Exams
BITSAT [A Computer based online test for admission to integrated first degree programmes at BITS - Pilani] : Computer Based Online test means the candidate sits in front of a computer and the questions are presented on the computer monitor and the candidate submits the answers through the use of key board or mouse. BITSAT is conducted over a period of time and the candidate can choose the center, the day and time of his/her convenience to take the test, as described in the later sections. BITS Colleges/ BITS Coureses : Integrated First Degree Programmes to which admissions are made :
1. at BITS, Pilani – Pilani Campus 2. at BITS, Pilani – Goa Campus 3. at BITS, Pilani – Hyderabad Campus
BITSAT Eligibility : Students who are appearing for 12th examination in 2010 are eligible to appear in the BITSAT-2010. Students who have passed 12th examination in 2009 may also apply for BITSAT-2010, provided they explain the reasons for the gap. or other details please see page no. 15
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