Diploma in mechanical (1 year)
Diploma in Mechanical Engineering – 1 Year Syllabus (Without Semester)
🧰 1. Engineering Mechanics
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Laws of motion
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Force systems
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Equilibrium of bodies
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Friction
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Simple machines
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Centroid and moment of inertia
🧪 2. Applied Physics
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Units and measurements
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Motion and kinematics
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Work, power, and energy
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Heat and thermodynamics
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Sound and waves
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Basics of optics
🔧 3. Workshop Technology
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Introduction to hand tools
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Fitting, carpentry, welding basics
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Sheet metal work
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Smithy and foundry basics
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Safety precautions and tool maintenance
⚙️ 4. Engineering Drawing
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Drawing instruments and their use
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Orthographic projection
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Isometric projection
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Sectional views
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Freehand sketching of machine parts
🔩 5. Basic Mechanical Engineering
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Introduction to mechanical engineering
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Power transmission systems (belt, gear, chain)
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Boilers and steam engines
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Internal combustion engines
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Pumps and turbines
🧱 6. Material Science
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Classification of engineering materials
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Mechanical properties (hardness, ductility, etc.)
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Heat treatment of metals
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Ferrous and non-ferrous metals
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Polymers and composites
🛠 7. Thermodynamics (Basics)
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Laws of thermodynamics
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Heat transfer methods
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Concepts of pressure, temperature, volume
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Gas laws
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Applications in engines and HVAC
📐 8. Computer-Aided Design (CAD) – Intro
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Basics of CAD software (AutoCAD or equivalent)
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2D drafting
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Simple 3D modeling (optional depending on institute)
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Printing and file management
🧮 9. Mathematics (Applied)
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Arithmetic and algebra
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Trigonometry
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Basic calculus (derivatives and integration)
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Applied mechanics problems
🛠️ 10. Practical / Lab Work
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Fitting and welding practice
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Engine dismantling and assembly
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Simple machining tasks (lathe, milling if available)
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CAD lab work
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Physics lab
📋 Assessment Structure
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Theory Exams: Mid-year test + Final exam
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Practical Exams: Workshop & Lab evaluations
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Project Work: Small mechanical project or model
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Viva Voce: Oral examination