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B.Tech Agricultural Engineering ( B.Tech.)

Course Duration

8 Semester
(4 Years)

Eligibility Criteria

Pass in PUC / 10+2 examination with Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics as compulsory subjects and obtained at least 45% marks (40% in case of candidate belonging to SC/ST category) in the above subjects taken together, of any Board recognised by the respective State Governments / Central Government / Union Territories or any other qualification recognised as equivalent thereto.

Overview

This brief overview highlights the key aspects of the program, including its interdisciplinary nature, practical focus, emphasis on sustainability, and career prospects. It aims to attract students interested in both engineering and agriculture while preparing them for the challenges of the agricultural industry.

The program is a specialized undergraduate program that integrates engineering principles with agricultural sciences. This program equips students with the knowledge and skills necessary to design, develop, and manage cutting-edge technologies and systems in agriculture. Graduates will be prepared to address the evolving challenges and opportunities in the agriculture industry.

Course Curriculum

(Physics Cycle)

01Calculus and Linear Algebra

02Applied Physics

03Surveying and Levelling-I

04Engineering Properties of Biological Materials

05Basics of Electrical and Electronics Engineering

06Basics of Electrical and Electronics Engineering Lab

07Programming with C

08Engineering Workshop

09Applied Physics Lab

10Agri-Allied Skills and Technology

(Chemistry Cycle)

01 Differential Equation and Fourier Series

02Chemistry for Agriculture Engineering

03Advanced Surveying and Levelling

04Principles of Soil Science and Agronomy

05Thermodynamics and Heat Engines

06Unit Operations in Agricultural Processing

07Soil Mechanics

08Engineering Mechanics and Strength of Materials

09Chemistry for Agriculture Engineering Lab

10Communication Skills

01 Numerical Methods and Laplace Transformation

02Tractor and Automotive Engines

03Farm Machinery and Equipment-I

04Engineering Hydrology

05Heat and Mass Transfer in Agriculture Engineering

06Dairy and Food Process Engineering

07Fluid Mechanics and open channel hydraulics

08Fundamentals of Data Science

01 Soil and Water Conservation Engineering

02Smart Irrigation Systems

03Tractor Systems and Controls

04Farm Machinery and Equipment-II

05Fundamentals of Renewable Energy Sources and Emerging Technologies

06Post Harvest Engineering of Cereals Pulses and Oilseeds

07Post Harvest Engineering of Horticulture Crops

08Hi-Tech Greenhouse Farming

01 Water Harvesting and Soil Conservation

02Groundwater Wells and Pumps

03Remote Sensing and GIS application in Agriculture Engineering

04Instrumental and process control in food industry

05Tractor Design and Testing

06 Tractor and Farm Machinery Operation and Maintenance

07Skill Development Training-I

08Artificial intelligence in Agriculture engineering

09Skill Development Course-1 [CAD Lab] and

10State Educational Tour

01 Bio-energy Systems: Design and Applications

02Watershed Planning and Management

03Drainage Engineering

04Human Safety Engineering

05Micro Irrigation System Design and Operation

06Agricultural Structures and Environmental Control

07Basics Concepts and Applications of Agrochemicals

08Landscape irrigation Design and management

01 Skill Development Course (MOOC) Agri-Business and Entrepreneurship

02Professional Development Program/Internship (Student READY)

03Experiential Learning Program: (Student READY)

04All India Educational Tour*

01Elective Course (SWE)

02 Elective Course (PFE)

03 Elective Course (FMP)

04 Project Planning and Report Writing

Programme Educational Objectives (PEOs)

Graduates of the Agriculture Engineering program should be able to:

PEO-1

Develop a diverse capability to work with agriculture equipment and implement manufacturing industries, seed processing industries, irrigation and drainage companies, and also to run self - entrepreneurship like dairy farming and custom hiring centres.

PEO-2

Take up higher studies in reputed institutes and motive towards innovative research by applying their skills in agricultural water management, farm machinery and power, processing, and energy management systems in agriculture.

PEO-3

Understand the issues of ethics, safety, professionalism, cultural diversity, globalization, environmental impact, and responsibility for serving society and the environmental issues.

Programme Outcomes (POs)

On successful completion of the programme, the graduates of the B.Tech (Agricultural Engineering) program will be able to:

PO 1

Engineering knowledge: Apply the knowledge of mathematics, science, and engineering fundamentals for the solution of complex problems.

PO 2

Problem analysis: Identify, formulate, research literature, and analyse engineering problems to arrive at substantiated conclusions using the first principles of mathematics, natural, and engineering sciences.

PO 3

Design/development of solutions: Design solutions for complex engineering problems and design system components, processes to meet the specifications with consideration for public health and safety, and cultural, societal, and environmental considerations.

PO 4

Conduct investigations of complex problems: Use research-based knowledge 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 modelling 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 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 teams, and in multidisciplinary settings.

PO 10

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 engineering and management principles and apply these to one’s own work, as a member and leader in a team. Manage projects in multidisciplinary environments.

PO 12

Life-long learning: Recognise 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-1 Apply engineering knowledge to develop sustainable agricultural practices, integrating polyhouse farming, aquaponics, and aeroponics for improved productivity and resource efficiency.
  • PSO-2 Design and implement sensor-based automation systems for precision agriculture, enhancing monitoring, control, and efficiency in farming operations.
  • PSO-3 Collaborate with rural communities to address agricultural challenges, promote innovative farming techniques, and support the socio-economic development of rural areas.
  • PSO4Innovate in post-harvest management, environmental sustainability, and modern agricultural machinery for high-quality outputs and minimal ecological impact.

Career Opportunities

Government sector
  • NATIONAL BANK FOR AGRICULTURE AND RURAL DEVELOPMENT (NABARD Bank) ASSISTANT MANAGERS IN GRADE 'A
  • UPSC-Indian Forest Service (IFS Officer)
  • Institute of Banking Personnel Selection (IBPS) (Agricultural Specialist Officer)
  • Ministry of Agricultural – ACABC (Agriclinics & Agribusiness Centres)
  • Custom hiring centre
  • Agriculture officer/ Assistant Agriculture officer in Agricultural department in states
  • Various other Govt exam such as conducted by NABARD, FSSAI, SEED CORPORATION etc.
  • Senior Technical Assistant (Agricultural Engineering) post at Farm Machinery Training and Testing Institutes.
  • Indian forest service (IFS)
  • Scientist Engineer post (Water resources) in National Remote Sensing Center
  • Mahatma Gandhi National Rural Employment Guarantee Scheme
  • Food inspector, Technical officer in Food quality control
  • Assistant Director of Agriculture in Agriculture department
  • Research job in State University, ICAR and CSIR Institutes,
  • Agricultural Research Scientist (ICAR institutes)
  • Subject matter specialist (KVK, ICAR institutes)
  • Scientist-B post in (Ministry of Textile Govt of India)
Private sector
  • Tractor companies – Mahindra tractor, TAFE, John Deere, Escorts, New Holland, VST & Kubota
  • Micro-Irrigation companies- Jain Irrigation, Netafim, Sujay Irrigations Pvt. Ltd & Godaveri Pvt. Ltd
  • Food Processing Industries – Solvent extraction plants/oil mills, Flour milling plant, Breweries, Dal Mill, Grain based distilleries &Cattle feed / poultry feed plants
  • IT companies – Infosys
  • Virtusa, DXC Technology, Tata Consultancy Services & CTS
Entrepreneurship Opportunities:
  • Custom Hiring Centre for Agricultural Machines
  • Food Processing Plant :
  • Dairy Food Processing Plant
  • Cashew Processing Plant
  • Dal Mills Plant
  • Feed Processing for Cattle, Poultry and Fish
  • Tools & Techniques used in Food Quality & Safety
  • Gramin Bhandaran Yojana (Rural Godown Scheme): Cold Storage Structure
  • Vegetable seedling production- Horticultural Nursery
  • Custom hiring of machinery
  • Construction of poly house with all system
  • Cultivation of cash crops under protected cultivation
  • Processing of fruits and vegetables
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