Mechanical Engineering
About the Department
M.E. CAD/CAM or Master of Engineering in CAD/CAM is a two-year postgraduate Engineering program. CAD (Computer-Aided Design) provides a convenient means to create designs for almost every engineering discipline. It can be used for architectural design, landscape design, interior design, civil and surveying, mechanical design, electrical engineering, plant design, industrial design, duct design, electronic circuit design, plumbing design, textile design, and product design. CAM (Computer-aided manufacturing) is the use of computer-based software tools that assist engineers and machinists in manufacturing or prototyping product components. CAM is a programming tool that makes it possible to manufacture physical models using computer-aided design (CAD) programs. CAM creates real-life versions of components designed within a software package. The course provides knowledge and skill development in applying computer and scientific principles related to solving engineering and manufacturing problems.
- Duration : 4 Years Full Time, 8 Semesters, Lateral Entry : 3 Years Full Time, 6 Semesters
- Intake : 30
- Entry Requirements :
- +2 or equivalent as per norms and guidelines of the Government of Tamilnadu/Anna University and AICTE
- Lateral Entry (Diploma Holders) : A pass with prescribed minimum eligibility marks in any one of the Diploma in appropriate branch of Engineering/Technology of the State Board of Technical Education and Training, Tamil Nadu / equivalent prescribed for admission to the Degree Course.
Students learn the basic subjects related to Mechanical engineering like
- Engineering graphics
- Problem solving & Python programming
- Basics of Electrical and Electronics engineering
Concentrates on foundation subjects of Mechanical Engineering like
- Engineering Mechanics
- Engineering Thermodynamics
- Fluid Mechanics & Machinery
- Manufacturing Processes
- Engineering Materials & Metallurgy
- Thermal Engineering
- Theory of Machines
- Strength of Materials
Students augment knowledge on application subjects of Mechanical Engineering like
- Design of Machine Elements
- Metrology and Measurements
- Heat and Mass Transfer
Focuses more on industry oriented subjects and recent trends in Mechanical engineering like
- Computer Integrated Manufacturing
- Human Values and Ethics
- Industrial Management
- Project Work / Internship
Career Scope
Mechanical engineering graduates are always in huge demand. Here is a look at some of the top recruiting industries that are always on the lookout for skilled mechanical engineers - Machine tools manufacturing industries, Pumps and Motors manufacturing industries, Automobile Industries, Aerospace Industries, Robotics White Goods Industries, Power plants and Foundries and many more. When we talk about the different job roles for mechanical engineers, the same can be broadly classified into the following few segments
- Design - In this role, the mechanical engineers would be responsible for drafting technical sketches either with tools or computers.
- Production - The production job role usually involves consultation and supervision in the manufacturing of machines and their components.
- Analysis and Testing - In this job role, mechanical engineers should be responsible for analysis and testing of machine parts, systems and equipment.
- Installation & Maintenance - The job role involves knowledge of installation of machine parts in the industrial location, along with their proper maintenance as per the provided specifications.
- Research – In this job responsibilities would include researching and implementing findings for the development of new products using the latest technologies.