The Civil Engineering Department is a recognized research centre under VTU and offers Part-time and Full-time Ph.D. and M.Sc. Engineering by Research programs. The department is committed to provide dynamic experience through its team of highly qualified and experienced faculty members, which includes a blend of experienced seniors with dynamic youngsters. The curriculum is designed to integrate strong foundational concepts with practical applications, providing a holistic approach to education.
Students benefit from project-based learning, hands-on workshops, field visits, and guest lectures by industry experts. Faculty members guide student projects, encouraging innovation and technology application. State-of-the-art laboratory facilities, including Surveying, Building Materials and Testing, Concrete Technology, Geology, Geotechnical Engineering, Environmental Engineering, Highway Engineering, and Software Application Lab equipped with advanced software’s like Autocad, E-Tabs, BIM and QGIS provide hands-on learning opportunities that prepare students for industry demands.
Active participation in Student chapters like ICI, ISTE, Nirmana Forum, and the Eco Club promotes collaboration and environmental awareness. MoUs with industry partners provide opportunities for internships, industry visits, and hands-on training, bridging academic learning with real-world applications. Graduates from the department secure placements in Core companies, multinational corporations, and civil services, reflecting the department’s commitment to academic and professional excellence. Graduates have diverse career opportunities in infrastructure development, construction management, structural design, and environmental consultancy. They are sought after in government departments, multinational corporations, and consulting firms. With a focus on sustainable development and advanced technologies, the program equips students for global projects, higher education, research, or entrepreneurship in construction and allied industries.
- Undergraduate Programme:
B.E. in Civil Engineering (4 Yrs) with 60 intake - Postgraduate Programme:
M.Tech. in Construction Technology(2 Yrs) with 18 intake - Doctorate Programme:
M.Sc. (Engg.) and Ph.D. (VTU R&D Centre)
Vision
- To create competent, disciplined quality Engineers and administrators of global standards in Civil Engineering with capability of accepting new challenges.
Mission
- To impart quality education in civil engineering.
- To serve society by providing professional civil engineering leadership to find solution to community, regional and global problems and accept new challenges in rapidly changing technology.
- To create competent professionals who are trained in the design and development of civil engineering systems and contribute towards research & development activities.
Programme Outcomes
- PO1: Engineering Knowledge: Apply knowledge of mathematics, science, engineering fundamentals and an engineering specialization to the solution of complex engineering problems.
- PO2: Problem Analysis: Identify, formulate, research literature and analyze complex engineering problems reaching substantiated conclusions using first principles of mathematics, natural sciences and engineering sciences.
- PO3: Design/ Development of Solutions: Design solutions for complex engineering problems and design system components or processes that meet specified needs with appropriate consideration for public health and safety, cultural, societal and environmental considerations.
- PO4: Conduct investigations: of complex problems using research-based knowledge and research methods including design of experiments, analysis and interpretation of data and synthesis of information to provide valid conclusions.
- PO5: 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 under- standing of the limitations.
- PO6: The Engineer and Society: Apply reasoning informed by contextual knowledge to assess societal, health, safety, legal and cultural issues and the consequent responsibilities relevant to professional engineering practice.
- PO7: Environment and Sustainability: Understand the impact of professional engineering solutions in societal and environmental contexts and demonstrate knowledge of and need for sustainable development.
- PO8: Ethics: Apply ethical principles and commit to professional ethics and responsibilities and norms of engineering practice.
- PO9: Individual and Team Work: Function effectively as an individual, and as a member or leader in diverse teams and in multi-disciplinary settings.
- PO10: 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.
- PO11: Project Management and Finance: Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of engineering and management principles and apply these to owners own work, as a member and leader in a team, to manage projects and in multidisciplinary environments.
- PO12: 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 Outcomes (PSO)
- Identify the broad context of civil engineering problems, including describing the problem Conditions, identifying possible contributing factors and generating alternative solution strategies.
- Undertake laboratory, field and other data collection efforts using commonly used measurement techniques to support the study and solution of Civil Engineering problems.
- Employ mathematics, science and computing techniques in a systematic, comprehensive and rigorous manner to support the study and solution of civil engineering problems.
- Exhibit good teamwork skills and serve as effective member of multi-disciplinary project teams.
Programme Educational Objectives (PEO)
- Graduates will become leaders in the industries associated with civil engineering and become professional entrepreneurs. They will be experts working in public sector, private sector, and international organizations.
- Graduates will engage in continual learning by pursuing advanced degrees or additional educational opportunities through coursework, professional conferences and training, or participation in professional societies.
- Graduates will adapt to different roles and responsibilities in multidisciplinary environment by respecting professionalism and ethical practices. They will contribute to the well-being of the society and environment through responsible practice of engineering profession.
Faculty Members
| Name | Qualification | Designation |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Ravi Kumar H. | M.E. and Ph.D. | Associate Professor & HOD |
| Mr. K. V. R. Prasad | M.E. | Associate Professor |
| Dr.Shivanna S. | M.Sc. and Ph.D. | Associate Professor |
| Ms. Anitha J. | M.Tech. | Assistant Professor |
| Dr. Pradeepa S. | M.Tech, Ph.D. | Assistant Professor |
| Ms. N. Tamil Selvi | M.E. | Assistant Professor |
| Ms. Ramya N. | M.Tech. | Assistant Professor |
| Ms. Vyshnavi D. R. | M.Tech. | Assistant Professor |
| Ms. Bhavya S. | M.E. | Assistant Professor |
| Ms. Subhadra G. D. | M.Tech. | Assistant Professor |
| Mr. Sriram Mustupure | M.E. | Assistant Professor |
| Mr. K. V. Sumith | M.Tech. | Assistant Professor |
Staff Members
| Name | Qualification | Designation |
|---|---|---|
| Ms. R. Rekha | B.Com | Clerk/ Typist |
| Mr. P. Sudharshana Reddy | B.CA., M.CA., D.C.E. | Asst. Instructor |
| Mr. K. Narasa Raju | I.T.I | Mechanic |
| Mr. Govinda Raju | P.U.C. | Attender |
| Mr. Bhaskar R. | S.S.L.C. | Attender |
| Mr. Shivakumar G. R. | B. Sc. | Demonstrator |
Research (research labs and facilities)
Research Facilities-Major Equipment’s/Software’s/Facilities available in the Research Centre| Sl. No. | Equipment/ Software/ Facility available | Utility Area/Purpose |
|---|---|---|
| 1. | Compression Testing Machine, CBR Apparatus, Marshall Stability Apparatus | Testing of Mechanical properties of Construction Materials. |
| 2. | UV-VIS- Spectrometer, COD Apparatus, Turbidity Meter, PH Meter, Electrical Conductivity Apparatus, High Volume Sampler for Particulate Matter Measurement in the Air. | Testing of Water/ Waste water sample. |
| 3. | E-Tabs | Analysis and Design of Structures. |
Facilities
Well facilitated laboratories, seminar hall, project room, department library.
Funded Projects
List Of Student Funded Projects
| Sl.No. | Year | Name of the Guides | Project Title | Name of the Students | Amount in INR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 2023-2024 | Ms. Subhadra G., Ms. Ramya N. | Behaviour of Optimum Terrazyme Stabilization Polypropylene Fiber Reinforced Lithomergic Clay (Shady Soil) | Mr. Prajwal M. C., Mr. Abdul Kalam S., Mr. Manohar M., Mr. Pavan S. | 4000 |
| 2 | 2023-2024 | Dr. Shivanna S., Ms. Vyshnavi D. R. | Evaluation of Ground water Quality and its Management in Devanahalli Taluk using Remote Sensing and GIS | Ms. Chaithra V. N., Ms. Nanditha N., Ms. Pavithra | 4500 |
| 3 | 2022-2023 | Ms. Anitha J., Ms. Tamil Selvi N. | Flyash based papercrete blocks – an economical & eco-friendly light weight building solution | Mr. Druva Kumar B. S., Ms. Chithra Yadav N., Ms. Tanuja S. | 5000 |
| 4 | 2021-2022 | Ms. Vyshavi D. R., Mr. Shivanna S. | A Study on Treatment of Grey Water Using Cement Kiln Dust and Chemical Coagulants | Ms. Ashwini A, Mr. Arunkumar K R, Mr. Chetan B, Mr. K N Chinakadarshan | 5500 |
| 5 | 2021-2022 | Mr. Shivanna S., Ms. Vyshavi D. R. | Green Audit A New Approach for Sustainability | Mr. Daiveek Prasad, Mr. Rithik M, Mr. M. Manisha, Ms. Deesha V | 6000 |
| 6 | 2021-2022 | Dr. Ravikumar H., Dr. Priya Narayan | Bacterial Based Self Healing Concrete | Mr. Puneeth, Mr. Gowda N, Mr. Abhiram Sr, Mr. Naveen Pd | 6000 |
| 7 | 2020-2021 | Dr. Shivanna S., Ms. Vyshnavi D. R. | Study on Smart Irrigation System in Chikkaballapur Taluk Karnataka | Ms. Navya R, Ms. Asha B, Ms. Chandana M R, Ms. Rithushree | 4000 |
| 8 | 2019-2020 | Dr. Shivanna S., Ms. Vyshnavi D. R. | Removal of Front in Lakes Using a Probe | Mr. Ashish, Mr. Goutham R. G, Mr. Mohammed R, Mr. Niraj R | 6500 |
| 9 | 2018-2019 | Ms. Pradeepa S | Experimental Study of Concrete Containing Gold Mine Tailings | Ms. Shreesha Kotegar, Ms. Madan Gowda L B, Ms. Praveen Somapur, Ms. Yuvaraj K | 8000 |
| 10 | 2017-2018 | Mr. Vyshnavi D. R., Dr. Shivanna S. | Evaluating The Efficiency of Activated Teak Leaves and Banana Trunk in the Removal of Synthetic Dye from Aqueous Solution | Mr. Murali V, Mr. Ajay S H, Mr. Sharath Kumar D, Mr. Shashi Kiran K | 4500 |
| 11 | 2017-2018 | Mrs. Ramya N | Investigation of bond property of concrete containing M-Sand | Mr. Mohd Vaziruddin Zayd, Mr. Pratik Sinha, Ms. Anvi Jha, Mr. Apurva Prakash | 5500 |
| 12 | 2011-2012 | Mr. Ravi Kumar H | A Study on the Behaviour of Concrete Filled Tubular Columns | Mr. Jayanth R. K, Mr. Shrinidhi Deekshit, Ms. Shwetha P, Ms. Anusha P. S. | 8000 |
Consultancy Projects
The Department of Civil Engineering is actively engaged in offering professional consultancy services in the areas of concrete cube testing, construction material testing, and soil testing. These services are carried out in well-equipped laboratories by experienced faculty members and trained technical staff, ensuring reliable and accurate results in compliance with relevant national and international standards.Publications
- Journal Publications (Only Scopus Indexed)1. K. V. Sumith, “Comprehensive Evaluation of Satellite-Based Rainfall Measurements Through Rain Gauge Validation Using Advanced Statistical Regression and Machine Learning Models by using Python,” Water Resource Management, https://doi.org/10.1007/s11269-025-04168-9.
- Conference Publications (Only Scopus Indexed)1.Ravi Kumar H., “Research on predicting axial load capacity of concrete filled steel tubular columns based on support vector machine method” AIP Conf. Proc. 2399, 030011, Dec 2023. doi:10.1063/5.0134677.
Publication By Faculty
2023
- Ravi Kumar H., Anitha.J.,Pradeepa S.,Tamil Selvi N. published a paper on " Experimental Study on effect of Introducing Bacteria into Self-Healing Concrete " Journal of Emerging Technologies and Innovative Research (JETIR), Volume 10, Issue 1, January 2023, ISSN: 2349-5162.
- Shivanna S., Vyshnavi D. R., Pradeepa S. published a paper on “ Green Audit: A New Approach for Sustainability” Strad Research, Volume 10, Issue 2, Febrauary 2023, ISSN: 0039-2049, pp. 221-227.
- Shivanna S. and Vyshnavi D. R. presented a paper titled “Removal of Froth in Lakes Using a Probe” in Journal of Environmental Science, Computer Science and Engineering & Technology, Sec. A; Vol.12. No. 3, pp. 349-356. DOI:10.24214/jecet.A.12.3.34955 on August 2023.
- Pradeepa S., Anita J., Shivanna S., Ravi Kumar H presented a paper titled “Review: SMA Potential and Limitations in Construction” in Journal of Emerging Technologies and Innovative Research, Vol. 10 Issue 8, pp. 748-751 on August 2023.
- Ravi Kumar H., “Research on predicting axial load capacity of concrete filled steel tubular columns based on support vector machine method” AIP Conf. Proc. 2399, 030011, Dec 2023. doi: 10.1063/5.0134677.
- Ramya N., Anitha J., Pradeepa S., Tamilselvi N., Subhadra G. D., “Experimental Study on Mechanical Behaviour of Human Hair Reinforced Concrete” vol. 44, no. 5, pp. 1168-1177, Dec 2023. doi: 10.52783/tjjpt.v44.i5.2745.
- Shivanna S., Vyshnavi D. R., Sriram Mustapure, Ravi Kumar H., K. V. R. Prasad, “Evaluation of Groundwater Quality using Remote Sensing and GIS: A Case Study” vol. 44, no. 5, pp.1065-1072, Dec 2023. doi: 10.52783/tjjpt.v44.i5.2733.
- Shivanna S., Vyshnavi D. R., Sriram Mustapure, Ravi Kumar H., KVR Prasad presented a paper titled “Evaluation of Groundwater Quality Using Remote Sensing and GIS: A Case Study” in Two Day International Conference on Recent Trends in Science & Technology ICRTST-2023, ATME college of Engineering, Mysuru on 18th & 19th October 2023.
- Ramya N., Anitha J., Pradeepa S., Tamil Selvi N., Subhadra G. D. presented a paper titled “Experimental Study on Mechanical Behaviour of Human Hair Reinforced Concrete.” in Two Day International Conference on Recent Trends in Science & Technology ICRTST-2023, ATME college of Engineering, Mysuru on 18th & 19th October 2023.
- Shivanna S., Vyshnavi D. R., Sriram Mustapure. Presented a paper entitled “Evaluation of Impact of Tailing Sand on Agriculture Land, Kolar Gold fields, Karnataka, India-A Case Study” in International Conference on Emerging Trends in Engineering and Applied Sciences (ICETEA) organized by SJC Institute of Technology, Chickballapur on 19th October 2023.
- Vyshnavi D. R., Shivanna S. presented a paper titled “Hydroponics Technologies for Small-Scale Agriculture-Challenges and Opportunities in Smart Farming: A Review” in 2nd IEEE International Interdisciplinary Humanitarian Conference for Sustainability organized by Sri Venkateshwara College of Engineering, Bengaluru on 3rd & 4th November 2023.
- Sriram Mustapure, Ravi Kumar H., Shivanna S. presented a paper titled “The Evaluation of Groundwater Quality by using Water Quality Index in Chikkaballapur District, Karnataka” in ICSET2023-1st International Conference on Science Engineering & Technology organized by Shri Sai College of Engineering & Technology, Maharashtra on 1st December 2023.
2022
- Ramya N, Madhu Kumar C A published a paper on "An Experimental study on Replacement of Coarse Aggregates with Palm Kernel Shell and Cement with GGBS & Cross-Linking Polymer as Self Curing" International Journal of Research and Analytical Reviews (IJRAR) September 2022, Volume 9, Issue 3 (E-ISSN 2348-1269, P- ISSN 2349-5138) © 2022.
- Shivanna S and Vyshnavi D R published a paper titled on “Study on Geomorphology of West-Flowing Rivers of Karnataka and their Sustainable Development”. Gradiva review journal, December 2022, Vol 8, Issue 12 (ISSN 0363-8057).
- Shivanna S, Vyshnavi D R & Pradeepa S published a paper titled “Study on the Water Chemistry of Chikkabanavara Lake, Bangalore Urban District, Karnataka, India” International Journal of Emerging Technologies and Innovative Research, 450-455, Vol.9, Issue 7, ISSN: 2348-5162.
- V.R. Prasad & H. Ravi Kumar published a paper titled “Proposals and Remedial Measures to Decongest Yelahanka Police Station Junction” International Journal of Advanced Research Trends in Engineering and Technology, pp. 12-17, Vol 9, Issue 2, ISSN: 2394-3785.
- Dr. Shivanna S, Vyshnavi D R, Pradeepa S (2022), Study on Smart Irrigation system in Chikkaballapur Taluk, Karnataka, India, Journal of Emerging Technologies and Innovative Research, Vol 9, Issue 4, pp 477-481
- K V R Prasad, Dr. Ravi Kumar.H (2022), Proposals and Remedial Measures to Decongest Yelahanka Police Station Junction, International Journal of Advanced Research Trends in Engineering and Technology, Vol 9, Issue 2, pp 12-19.
2021
- Dr. Shivanna S, Vyshnavi D R (2021) Groundwater pollution Due to Agricultural Activity in Hosakote Taluk, Bangalore District, Karnataka, India: A Case Study, International Journal of Advanced Scientific Research and Management.
- Dr. Shivanna S, Vyshnavi D R (2021), Study and Analysis of Chikkabanavara lake, Bangalore Urban district, Karnataka India, Journal of Emerging Technologies and Innovative Research, Vol 8, Issue 9, pp231-236.
- Dr. Shivanna S, Vyshnavi D R (2021), Groundwater Quality and Management in Devanahalli Taluk, Bangalore Rural District, Karnataka, India: A Case Study, International Journal of Science Technology & Engineering, Vol 8, Issue 2, pp37-41.
- Pradeepa.S, Anitha. J, Ramya.N, N.Tamil Selvi, H. Ravi Kumar (2021) A new approach of Steel Manufacturing Flash Bainite Technique: Review, Journal of Emerging Technologies and Innovative Research, Vol 8, Issue 8, pp529-539.
- Dr. Ravikumar H, Dr. Shivanna S, Mrs. Anitha J., Vyshnavi D R, Pradeepa S (2021) Design of Roof top Rainwater Harvesting in Suggata Village – Bangalore North, International Journal of Advances in Science Engineering and Technology, Vol 8, Issue 10,pp1-7
- Dr. Ravi Kumar H, KVR Prasad , Mrs Pradeepa S, Mrs. Anitha J, Mrs. Tamil Selvi N: EXTERIOR INSULATION AND FINISHING SYSTEMS in Journal of Emerging technologies and Innovative Research,Published in Volume 8 Issue 9 , September-2021
- Shivanna S, Vyshnavi D R., H.P. Mahendra Babu (2021): Morphometric Analysis of Hesaraghatta Watershed, Bangalore Rural District, Karnataka. International Journal of Science, Technology and Engineering (IJSTE), Vol.7, Issue 10, pp. 1-5,
- Shivanna S., Vyshnavi D R., Pradeepa S., Bhavya S (2021): Groundwater Contamination due Agricultural Practices in Mandya Taluk, Karnataka, India., Journal Emerging Technologies and Innovation Research (JETIR)., Volume 8., Issue 8, pp. 303-305.
- Anitha.J, Pradeepa.S, N.Tamil Selvi, Ramya.N, H. Ravi Kumar: Investigation of Iron ore Tailings In Production Of Masonry Blocks, Volume 8, Issue 9, (ISSN-2349-5162), JETIR September 2021
- Anitha J, Pradeepa S, Ramya N N Tamil Selvi: Influence of Manufactured Sand on Mechanical Properties of Self Compacting Concrete Journal-International, Issue 4, vol 8 JETIR 2021.
- Mrs. Pradeepa S, published a paper “Influence of manufactured sand on mechanical properties of self-compacting concrete” In JETIR April 2021, Volume 8, Issue 4 (ISSN-2349-5162).
- Mrs. Pradeepa s, “Presented a paper entitled “Self-healing concrete: A review of precursor compound” in a TWO-day National Conference on Innovative and recent trends in civil engineering organized by the Department of Civil Engineering on 9th and10th June 2021
2020
- Shivanna S., Vyshnavi D R and Sriram Mustapure (2020): Morphometric Study of Bangalore Metropolitan City, Karnataka, India, International Journal Advanced Scientific Research and Management, Vol5, Issue 10, pp. 19-23.
- Shivanna S, Vyshnavi D R., H.P. Mahendra Babu and N.K.Narayanaswamy (2020): A GIS based Morphometric Analysis of Vrishabhavathi River Basin, Bengalure, Karnataka. In: Proc. Volume - 4th International Conference on Advanced Recent Research In Civil Engineering (ICARCE 2020) held at Reva University, Bangalore on 10th and 11th July 2020, pp.1-6.
- S, Anitha.J Ramya.N A New Approach of Steel Manufacturing Flash Bainite Technique: A Review August 2020, Volume 7, Issue (ISSN-2349-5162) JETIR, 2020.
- S , Anitha .J Ramya .N: Storm Water Drainage Effective Design and Usage Journal-International, ISSN-2349-5162 , vol 7 JETIR 2020.
- Vyshnavi D. R. and Shivanna S, published a paper “Assessment of Water Quality and Eutrophication Status of Ulsoor Lake”, Bangalore, Karnataka, India, International Journal of Advanced Scientific Research and Management. May 2020, Vol.5, Issue 5., pp.17-22.
- Ravi Kumar.H, Kumar.N.S presented a paper “Predicting Axial Load Capacity of Concrete Filled Steel Tubular Columns Based on Soft Computing Tools” National Web Conference on Structural, Architectural, Building and Automation in Sustainable Engineering (SABASE- 2020), held on 3rd and 4th June 2020, Organized by Department of Civil Engineering, Adithya Institute of Technology, Coimbatore In Association with MHRD Innovation Cell (Govt. of India), Association Consulting Civil Engineers-Coimbatore and Engineering Council of India, New Delhi.
- Shivanna S, Vyshnavi D R, H.P. Mahendra Babu and M.K.Narayanaswamy ,presented a paper “A GIS based Morphometric Analysis of Vrishabhavathi River Basin, Bengalure, Karnataka” In: Proc. Volume - 4th International Conference on Advanced Recent Research In Civil Engineering (ICARCE 2020) held at Reva University, Bangalore on 10th and 11th July 2020, pp.1-6.
- H.Ravi Kumar, Anitha.J, Pradeepa.S and Tamil Selvi.N, presented a paper “Experimental Investigation on Shear Behaviour of RC Beams without Shear Reinforcement”, Proc., of 4th International Conference on Advance Research in Civil Engineering(ICARCE-2020),held virtually 10th & 11th July 2020,School of Civil Engineering, REVA University, Bengaluru,India.
- Mr. K V R Prasad, Associate Professor ,Published a research paper on “Proposals And Remedial Measures To Decongest Mekhri circle Junction “ in the National VIRTUAL Conference on ” Recent Trends in Civil Engineering (RTCE-2020)” held on 10th September 2020 at RGMCET, Nandyal Andhra Pradesh.
- Ravi Kumar.H, presented a paper “Design of Sustainable Buildings” National Virtual Conference on Recent Trends in Civil Engineering on 10th September 2020 organized by Rajeev Gandhi Memorial College of Engineering & Technology,Nandyal.
- Ravi Kumar.H, presented a paper “Studies on Prevention of Landslides” National Virtual Conference on Recent Trends in Civil Engineering on 10th September 2020 organized by Rajeev Gandhi Memorial College of Engineering & Technology,Nandyal.
- Shivanna S., Vyshnavi D R and Sriram Mustapure, published a paper “Morphometric Study of Bangalore Metropolitan City, Karnataka, India”, International Journal Advanced Scientific Research and Management, Oct 2020, Vol 5, Issue 10, pp. 19-23.
- Shivanna S, Vyshnavi D R, H.P. Mahendra Babu, published a paper “Morphometric Analysis of Hesaraghatta Watershed, Bangalore Rural District, Karnataka” International Journal of Science, Technology and Engineering (IJSTE), Vol.7, Issue 10, pp. 1-5
Book Chapters
- Anitha J., Tamil Selvi N., and Fathima Bacha. “Fly Ash Based Papercrete Blocks- Sustainable and Lightweight Building Solution.” Springer Nature, 2025.43-51.
- Anitha J. “Smart Materials in Construction” Futuristic Trends in Construction Engineering, IIP Series, 2024. 132 -145.
- Pradeepa S., Anitha J., and Ramya N. “Eco Materials” Futuristic Trends in Construction Engineering, IIP Series, 2024. 161- 170.
Patents Granted
- Chethan Kumar Srinivas, Nanjunda Swamy Satheesh Kumar, K. V. R. Prasad, Ravi Kumar H., Sagar Sidappa Jirli, Shahaji Shahaji, Cocrete Filled Bridge panel having Galvanized Steel Tube, Application number 6369633, 15 th June 2024, UK.
- Anjum Ghazala, Ravi Kumar H., Ashwini L. K., K V R Prasad, Nanjunda Swamy, S. Chethan Kumar “An Integrated System for Modelling & Verifying Mechanical Response in MWCNTs & HNCs Reinforced Cement Nano Composites” Application Number 20 2024 100713, 08.05.2024, Germany.
- Ms. Pradeepa S., Ms. Anitha J., Ms. Ramya N., Mr. K. V. R. Prasad, “Development of fibre reinforced cement mortar for sustainable construction in India.”Application number 202341075487 A, 05 January 2023, India.
- Tamil Selvi N. published a patent on “Integrated Deep learning for Adaptive Smart Energy Management in Urban Environments” Application Number 202441000139A, 26 January 2024, India.
- Pradeepa S., Sowjanya Lakshmi A., Ch. Vanipriya.” Smart Plumb Bob: Plumb Bob with AI and Sensor Fusion for Optimized Construction Alignment and Surface Accuracy.” Application number202441093229, 06 December 2024, India.
- Pradeepa S., Rashmi K. V., and Prashanth G. K. “Antifungal Treatment for Concrete Surfaces using Zinc Oxide: A sustainable Approach to Mitigate Fungal Growth.”, Application number 202441072124, 04 October 2024, India.
- Prashanth G. K., Pradeepa S., N. Sai Aishwarya Reddy, Sai Varun N. J. “Green Synthesis of Undoped and AI/Zr doped Zinc oxide Nanoparticles using Plant Extract for Enhanced Optical and Structural Properties.” Application number 202541005560, 23 January 2025, India.
- Prashanth G. K., Pradeepa S., “Green Synthesis of Undoped and AI/ Zr doped Zinc oxide Nanoparticles using Plant Extract for Enhanced optical and Structural Properties.”, Application number 202541005560, 31 January 2025, India.
MoUs
| Company | Photo |
| M/s Kundur Constructions Pvt Ltd, Bengaluru. |  |
Faculty Achievements & Recognitions
Certifications and Professional Course Completions
- Dr. Ravi Kumar H. successfully completed the course with Silver Elite grade offered by IIT-Kharagpur on “Accreditation and Outcome Based Learning” through the NPTEL Swayam online platform.
- Ms. Tamil Selvi N. successfully completed the following course offered by IIT-Kharagpur on
- Gender Justice and Workplace Security and
- Intellectual Property Rights and Competition Law” through the NPTEL Swayam online platform.
- Ms. Tamil Selvi N. successfully completed the course offered by IIT-Roorkee on “International Studies in Vernacular Architecture” through the NPTEL Swayam online platform.
- Mr. K. V. Sumith successfully completed the NPTEL Swayam online course on River Engineering and was recognized as a topper in the program.
- Ms. Vyshnavi D. R. successfully completed the course on Research Methodology through NPTEL Swayam online course.
- Ms. Anitha J. successfully completed the following courses through MathWorks Training Services.
- Curve Fitting Onramp.
- Statistics Onramp
- Ms. Anitha J. Completed online course on "Essentials of Research Methodology" by CPD Certification Service.
- Ms. Anitha J. successfully completed course on FEM-Linear, Nonlinear Analysis & Post-Processing through Coursera.
- Ms. Anitha J. successfully completed course on Create Student Books with Book Creater through Coursera.
- Ms. Anitha J. successfully completed course on Creating Interactive Learning Videos with Edpuzzle through Coursera.
- Ms. Tamil Selvi N. has qualified GRIHA Evaluator Examination under the Civil Engineering category conducted by GRIHA council.
Faculty Engagements, Guest Lectures, and Professional Contributions
- Dr. Ravi Kumar H. has been nominated as a Board of Examiners member for VTU for the academic year 2024-25.
- Dr. Ravi Kumar H. carried out the Academic and Administrative Audit of the Department of Civil Engineering, BMSIT on 22nd January 2024.
- Dr. Shivanna S. has chaired the technical session in International Conference on Climate Change and Geosciences (ICCCG-2024) held on 5th and 6th February 2024 organized by the Department of Geology, Bangalore University, Bangalore, Karnataka.
- Mr. K. V. R. Prasad and Ms. Tamil Selvi N. have cleared the Innovation Ambassador (IA) training advanced Level, conducted by MoE’s Innovation Cell & AICTE in online mode.
- Dr. Ravi Kumar H. was invited as Session chair for technical paper presentation in National Conference on “Recent Multidisciplinary Research in Civil Engineering NCRMRC-2023” Organized by Don Bosco Institute of Technology Bengaluru on 1st June 2023.
- Dr. Shivanna S. was invited as an external judge for evaluating the B.E projects in Project Exhibition held on 5th May 203 at Brindavana College of Engineering.
- Anitha J. was invited as a guest speaker on the topic “Recent trends in concrete finishes” by, School of Architecture, M S Ramaiah Institute of Technology, Bangalore. The guest lecture was organized on 11-01-2023 and was attended by around 100 participants.
- Dr. Shivanna S. presented a Guest Lecture on “Applications of Geology in Civil Engineering” for Civil engineering students of Reva University, on 26th May, 2021.
- Mr. KVR Prasad presented a Guest Lecture on “Road safety-Issues and Challenges” for the Civil engineering students of Moodalakatte Institute of Technology ,on 23rd June 2021.
- Dr. Ravi Kumar H. presented a Guest Lecture on “3D Printing of Building’s” for the Civil engineering students of Moodalakatte Institute of Technology, on 30th June 2021.
- Dr. Shivanna S. presented a Guest Lecture on “Integrated Water Resources Management” for Civil engineering students of East West College of Engineering on 22nd July 2021.
- Mr. KVR Prasad was an Expert Evaluation committee member of AICTE –NEAT CEL, for final round evaluation of a NEAT Product. On 1st Dec 2020.
Students’ achievements and recognitions
Technical/Cocurricular (achievements and recognitions from other organizations/ institutions)
- Mr. Abhishek R. Nagaral of fourth semester has secured third place in the event AutoCAD of Survekshan 2025, on 29th April 2025, organised by the Department of Civil Engineering, NMIT, Bengaluru.
- Tarun S., Sumanth Gowda K. V., and Yashwanth Gowda G. of sixth semester secured 1st prize in the Tech Quiz event held during Skill Build Hackathon 1.0, 2K25, a state-Level Technical Competition, on 27th and 28th February 2025, organized by the Department of Civil Engineering, RNS Institute of Technology, Bengaluru.
- Umar Faruk, Abhishek R. Nagaral of fourth semester secured 1st prize in the CAD clash competition held during Skill Build Hackathon 1.0, 2K25, a state-Level Technical Competition, on 27th and 28th February 2025, organized by the Department of Civil Engineering, RNS Institute of Technology, Bengaluru.
- Prajwal P Naik, Ananth Kumar G, Manoj Kumar K, P Sai Tejeswar Reddy-, Published a research paper on “Proposals and Remedial Measures to Decongest Mekhri circle Junction” in the National VIRTUAL Conference on “Recent Trends in Civil Engineering (RTCE-2020)” held on 10th September 2020 at RGMCET, Nandyal Andhra Pradesh.
Extracurricular (sports, cultural achievements and recognitions from other organizations/ institutions)
- Mr. Ambrish of fifth semester participated in the Men’s Kabaddi team and was declared the winner in the VTU Bengaluru North Division Intercollegiate Kabaddi Tournament held at SJCIT, Chikkaballapur, on 22nd October 2024.
- Mr. Thewar Veera Ragav from Third semester participated as a member of the Indian team in the International Throwball Championship Indo-Sri Lanka Test Series 2024-25, held at St. Peter’s Medical College, Hosur, Tamil Nadu, and achieved 2nd place.
- Mr. Ambrish of fifth semester participated in the Men’s Kabaddi team and was declared the winner in the VTU Bengaluru North Division Intercollegiate Kabaddi Tournament held at SJCIT, Chikkaballapur, on 22nd October 2024.
VTU Ranks
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2024 | 1MV21CV414 | Manjunath G. U. | Gold Medal instituted by Er. S. M. Panchagatti awarded for securing highest marks in Civil Engineering, among sons of Government / Aided Primary School teachers. |
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2023 | 1MV19CV017 | Madakasira Chinmaya Vikas | Secured VTU 1st Rank, 13 Gold Medals. |
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2022 | 1MV18CV022 | Lalita R Hangaragi | VTU 8th Rank |
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2022 | 1MV18CV014 | Deepika R. | Gold Medal instituted by Er. S. M. Panchagatti awarded for securing highest marks in Civil Engineering, among daughters of Government / Aided Primary School teachers. |
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2021 | 1MV17CV028 | Rithushree C. | VTU 10th Rank |
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2019 | 1MV15CV052 | Sinchana R Nayak | VTU 8th Rank; VTU Gold Medal for securing highest marks in Concrete Technology subject at university level |
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2018 | 1MV14CV015 | Deepthi R | Gold Medal by Er. S. M. Panchagatti for securing highest marks in Civil Engineering, among daughters of Government / Aided Primary School teachers. |
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2017 | 1MV13CV010 | Ankit Patnaik | VTU 4th Rank; Best Student Merit by ACCE |
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2016 | 1MV12CV038 | Pranav P | VTU 1st Rank; 12 Gold Medals; Best Student Merit Award 2016 |
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2015 | 1MV11CV058 | Timir Ranjan | VTU 3rd Rank |
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2012 | 1MV08CV061 | Bhavani V | VTU 3rd Rank |
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2012 | 1MV08CV055 | Vijay V | VTU 4th Rank |
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2011 | 1MV07CV045 | Rakshith Rao K | VTU 6th Rank |
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2011 | 1MV07CV017 | Gopalakrishnan N | VTU Gold Medal |
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2005 | 1MV01CV009 | Mahesh G | VTU 9th Rank |
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2005 | 1MV02CV400 | Murali K | VTU 7th Rank |
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Dr. Pranav Pradeep Kumar (2012–16 batch) has joined as Post-Doctoral Associate at MIT, Cambridge, USA. |
| Mr. Thewer Veera Ragav M. from S3 participated as a member of the Indian team in the International Throwball Championship Indo-Sri Lanka Test Series 2024–25, held at St. Peter’s Medical College, Hosur, Tamil Nadu, and achieved 2nd place. | |
- The department organized a site visit to BMRCL Casting Yard, Doddajala, Bengaluru on 28th and 29th April 2025. The Visit was coordinated by Mr. K. V. R. Prasad and Ms. Ramya N.
- The department organized an Alumni Talk under Alumni Lecture Series on “Building Smart Cities: Civil Engineering Powered by IoT, AI and Data Analytics” on 1st April 2025. The event was coordinated by Mr. K. V. R. Prasad, Dr. Shivanna S. and Ms. Subhadra G. D.
- The department organized One-week online Faculty Development Program on Innovations and Intellectual Property in Civil Engineering from 24th to 29th March 2025. The event was coordinated by the faculty members Ms. Anitha J., Dr. Pradeepa S., Ms. Tamil Selvi N. and Ms. Ramya N.
The department organized a site visit to BWSSB Sewage Treatment Plant at Yelahanka New Town on 5 th August 2024. 32 students from fourth semester took part in the visit. The visit was organized by Ms. Vyshnavi D. R., Dr. Shivanna S. and Ms. Ramya N.
Webinars/Seminars/Conferences/Workshops
Mr. Sriram Mustapure Organized project based learning activity for subject Renewable
Energy sources for 1st sem Students of L section on 20-03-2023 at Civil Engineering Model Room. Overall 55 Students
participated in the event.
Motivational Lecture by Major Lishmitha B. A. on 4-01-2023. Overall, 60
students of 3rd sem & 5th sem participated in the event.
Technical Lecture on Soft skills for civil Engineers by Mr. Rajanish Kumar,
Director, EduCADD, Bangalore on 28th December 2022. Overall Sixty students of 3rd sem ,5th sem & 7th sem
participated in the event.
Motivational Lecture by Mrs.Ashwini Arun, AEE, Mrs.Nalini G, AE, Mr.Murali K,
AE, KPWD on 27th December 2022. Overall Sixty students of 3rd sem & 7th sem participated in the event.
Motivational Talk by Mr.Rakshit K.B., Director, Kundur Constructions,
Bangalore on 19 th December 2022. Overall sixty students of 3rd sem, 5th Sem & 7th Sem participated in the
event.
Motivational/Technical Talk for the 3 rd & 7 th Semester B.E .by Dr. Jagadish
H B, Retired Scientist – E(Joint Director), CWPRS,PUNE , Dr. L R Ranganath, Retired Scientist – E (Joint Director),
CWPRS,PUNE, Prof. K Raghupathi, Professor, Dept. of Civil Engg., Global Academy of Technology, B’lore,
Sri R D
Manohar, Proprietor, M/s R D Manohar Consultants,Bangalore Sri Thej Raj, President,FactR systems,LLC
USA.
Dr. Shivanna S organised Technical Lecture on,Application of GIS and Remote
Sensing in Delineation of Flood Affected areas in Bangalore by Mr. Ashish, GIS Consulting Engineer at KMS
Consultants and Developers, Bangalore on 18th October. Overall 60 students of 5th sem and 3rd sem participated in
the event.
Project Exhibition for final yeay students on 18th July 2022.
Work Shops Conducted During Covid Lock Down
Online Project Exhibition 2021 8th Sem Students6th Aug 2021mrs Ramya Nall Staff And Students
Ms. Anitha J organised Activity on Project Based Learning for 6th sem students
on 27th May 2022.
Motivational Talk by alumnus Mr.Sridhar Govardhan, Vice President and Head of
information security,Flipkart on 30 th December 2022. Overall. Fifty students of 3rd sem & 5th sem participated in
the event.
“Teachers Day Celebration Organized By Department Of Civil Engineering On 17th September
2022”.
Field /Industrial Visits 1 : Industrial Visits to Muddenahalli site on 11th july 2022
Field /Industrial Visits 2 : Industrial Visits to Srinivasa Sagar Dam on 30th June 2022
Ms. Subhadra G D Webinar on Tall Structures by Dr. Sunil kumar Tengli Professor School
of Civil Engineering REVA University Bangalore, on 7th September 2021.
Field /Industrial Visits 3 : Industrial Visits to TTMC, Bangalore on 13th December 2021
Mr. KVR Prasad Dr Ravi Kumar H Associate Professor, Dept of Civil Engg Sir MVIT,
Bangalore organised Webinar on “Yoga - "A Step Towards Better Immunity” Students 21st June 2021
A Technical Lecture on Civil Engineering – Present Scenario and Future Scope” by Dr. D.M. Dewaikar,
Professor Emeritus, IIT Bombay.
One Day Workshop on “Advanced Surveying Technologies Using Total Station, DGPS, LiDAR” by Mr S.Hemanth
Reddy, Chief Executive, Sir MV Institute of Engineering Skills, Bangalore.
