B.Tech. Naval Architecture and Offshore Engineering

Vision

The Department of Naval Architecture and Offshore Engineering of VELS Institute of Science Technology and Advanced Studies (VISTAS) has a vision to establish itself as a center of excellence in Naval Architecture and Offshore Engineering Programme for producing well qualified graduate engineers capable of meeting the challenging and ever-expanding needs of development and management of world class shipbuilding/ Offshore Industry.

Mission

Educate, motivate and prepare the students to know the fundamental and technical skills in Naval Architecture and Offshore Engineering through effective teaching learning Methodologies.
To imbibe professional and ethical standards in the minds of the young engineers by continuous learning and professional activities
To impart the employability skills to the students as industry ready by implant training and industrial visits.
To create entrepreneurship skills by industrial collaborations and mentoring.
To encourage students to undertake R&D activities for the societal needs with high ethical standards.

Programme Educational Objectives (PEOs)

PROGRAM EDUCATIONAL OBJECTIVES (PEO)

PEO 01: Build their career as a successful and distinguished Naval Architect or Offshore Engineer

PEO 02: Pursue higher education and research in Marine sector, other engineering streams and specializations

PEO 03: Acquire innovative and creative thinking skills to augment their professional growth

PEO 04: Nurture in design, analysis and implementation skills to innovation technology in Naval Engineering with global context.

PEO 05: Develop the awareness among the students about the various social responsibilities related to Engineering ethics and human values with ecological.

Programme Outcomes (POs) & Programme Specific Outcomes(PSOs)

PROGRAM OUTCOME (PO)

PO 1: Engineering knowledge: Apply the knowledge of mathematics, science, engineering fundamentals, and an engineering specialization to the solution of complex engineering problems.

PO 2: Problem analysis: Identify, formulate, research literature, and analyze complex engineering problems reaching substantiated conclusions using first principles of mathematics, natural sciences, and engineering sciences.

PO 3: 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 the public health and safety, and the cultural, societal, and environmental considerations.

PO 4: Conduct investigations of complex problems: Use research-based knowledge and research methods including design of experiments, analysis and interpretation of data, and synthesis of the information to provide valid conclusions.

PO 5: Modern tool usage: Create, select, and apply appropriate techniques, resources, and modern engineering and IT tools including prediction and modeling to complex engineering activities with an understanding of the limitations.

PO 6: The engineer and society: Apply reasoning informed by the contextual knowledge to assess societal, health, safety, legal and cultural issues and the consequent responsibilities relevant to the professional engineering practice.

PO 7: 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.

PO 8: Ethics: Apply ethical principles and commit to professional ethics and responsibilities and norms of the engineering practice.

PO 9: Individual and team work: Function effectively as an individual, and as a member or leader in diverse teams, and in multidisciplinary settings.

PO 10: Communication: Communicate effectively on complex engineering activities with the engineering community and with society at large, such as, being able to comprehend and write effective reports and design documentation, make effective presentations, and give and receive clear instructions.

PO 11: 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 multidisciplinary environments.

PO 12: 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 of technological change.

PROGRAMME SPECIFIC OUTCOME (PSO)

PSO 1: Be able to acquire core Naval Engineering knowledge and able to solve industrial as well as societal problems with ethical and environmental consciousness.

PSO 2: Be well versed in the various Offshore structures and Subsea systems with specific areas like Risers, Mooring Lines, Pipelines, etc.

PSO 3: Be competent in the fundamentals of ship design, ship production, seakeeping and maneuvering and Demonstrate knowledge on the decommissioning of ships and offshore structures

PSO 4: Discuss the advancements in the Offshore Structural Engineering, like operation in ultra-deep waters, Arctic Sea conditions.

PSO 5: Be able to build the nation, by imparting technological concepts and tools on emerging fields through the Managerial and entrepreneurs’ skill

Curriculum & Syllabus

CURRICULUM & SYLLABUS

MINIMUM CREDITS TO BE EARNED: 160

Category	Code	Course		Hours/Week		Credits
			Lecture	Tutorial	Practical
HSMC	21CBNA11	English for Engineers	3	0	0	3
BSC	21CBNA12	Engineering Physics – Mechanics of Solids	3	1	0	4
BSC	21CBNA13	Engineering Mathematics – 1	3	1	0	4
ESC	21CBNA14	Programming for Problem Solving	3	1	0	4
ESC	21PBNA11	Engineering Graphics & Design - Lab	2	0	3	3
BSC	21PBNA12	Physics Lab	0	0	3	1
ESC	21PBNA13	Programming for Problem Solving Lab	0	0	3	1
HSMC	21PBNA14	Communication Skills - Lab	0	0	3	1
MC	21MCNA11	Induction Program	-	-	-	-
		Total	14	3	12	21

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Career Prospects

CAREER PROSPECTS

build marine structures and vessels

Merchant Ships design companies which design Passenger Vessels, General Cargo Ships, Container Vessels, Ro-Ro Vessels, Bulk Carriers etc
Oil and gas companies will hire naval architects to build ocean rigs
Indian Navy will hire Naval architects to design, build and maintain their marine vessels (for example, submarines, Frigates, Destroyers, Patrol Vessels, Aircraft Carriers, Mine Sweepers etc.)
Cruise lines will hire naval architects to build recreational vessels
In shipyards to carry out the production of Merchant vessel

Harbor Engineers

Maintenance of Channels for the Ships to leave / enter the harbour
Improvements to natural harbours and construction of artificial ports and harbours
Maintenance of Dry docks, Slipways and wet basins in the harbour

Offshore Engineer

Sea-keeping of oil rigs during operation
Riser and Mooring Analysis
Subsea Pipeline installation and decommissioning
Sea fastening Analysis – transportation of materials to rigs through support vessels

Alumni Testimonials

“VELS gives a great opportunity for students to broaden their knowledge beyond their field of studies within an international multicultural environment. The friendly attitude of the professors and their willingness to always offer a helping hand has made me understand the thing better. The 4 years spent here were splendid and has helped me to grow better professionally and personally.

K Rajiv Kumar (BTech Naval Architecture & Offshore Engg, NAOE), 2015-19

Naval Architect, Navcrafts, Chennai

“To build the culture of innovation and technology, VISTAS – The Multifaceted University plays a major role in shaping the creativity of its students. The moments of victory and enduring progress are always a part of Vels Institute of Science, Technology and Advanced Studies. The campus never fails to amuse us with its fantastic infrastructure and authentic atmosphere. The students are enriched with sustainability, integrity and leadership quality. Every year the institution unfolds the most disciplined and self-motivated students. I extend my appreciation to the people of VISTAS for providing hospitality and consideration to the students and recruiters.

Rishav Kumar Sharma (BTech Naval Architecture & Offshore Engg, NAOE), 2016-20

HSE Officer, Bansal Group, Gujrat

Every year, freshers around the world strive to get into their dream jobs. The VISTAS, Chennai is one of the best places where dream turn to be real. The magic happens when Vels identifies talents of various streams, organizes training programs and formulates campus interviews for every student through the wonderful placement cell of Vels. Our hard work is always awarded in Vels as a token of love given in the form of job in our hands.