M.TECH.

- CONSTRUCTION ENGG & MANAGEMENT

Cie 615 Engineering Construction And Project Management

[4 0 0 4]

Introduction : Definition And Importance Of Management, Scientific Management As Applied

To Construction Industry. (03)

Organizing Construction Industry : Organization Structure - Importance, General Principles

And Types (Like Functional, Line, Line And Staff And Matrix), Types Of Companies (Forms Of
Business Organizations) - Sole Proprietorship, Partnership, Joint Stock Company, Co-Operative
Society, State Enterprise Etc. (03)

Contract And Specification : Types Of Contracts With Merits And Demerits And Contract
Documents. Meaning And Importance Of Specification, Types, Sources Of Information For
Specification. (04)

Introduction To Material Management And Value Engineering. (04)

Engineering Economics Of Projects : Introduction, Time Value Of Money, Depreciation,

Evaluation Of Economic Feasibility Of Engg. Project. (04)

Break-Even Analysis And Use Of ‘S’ Curves. (02)

Characteristics Of Projects, Project Life-Cycle Phase, Planning Of Engg. Project Management.

(04)

Scheduling - Bar Charts And Mile Stone Charts.

(A) Preparation Of Barcharts (B) Merits & Demerits Of Bar Charts. (03)

Network Analysis :
A) Pert Network
Definition And Related Problems Of Determining The Critical Path, Probability Of Completion
Time For A Project. (05)
B) Cpm Network
Definition, Calculation Of Float And To Locate Critical Path. (05)
C) Precedence Network (A-O-N Network)
Logic Of Precedence Diagrams, Advantages. Drawing A-O-N Network From A-O-A Network
And Related Problems. (05)

Time Cost Relationship: Direct And Indirect Cost, Step In Optimisation Of Cost, Related
Problem Of Determining Optimum Time And Minimum Cost. (05)

Allocation Of Resources : Histogram, Resource Smoothening, Resource Levelling And

Related Problem On Resource Smoothening. (04)

Decision Network : - Generalized Network Approach.

- Distinction Between Conventional Network And Gert Network.
- Advantages Of Gert. (04)

Reference Books:
1. Tenah Kwaku A., Gvevara Jose M., ‘Fundamentals Of Construction Management And
Organization,’ Rertan Publishing Coinc., 1985.
2. Dr. Raina V. K., ‘Construction Management Practice’, Tata - Mcgraw Hill Publishing Co. Ltd.,
1988.
3. Roy Pilcher, ‘Principles Of Construction Management ’, Mcgraw - Hill Companies.
4. Sengupta B., ‘Construction Management And Planning’, Tata Mcgraw Hill Companies.
5. Dr. Punmia B.C., Khandelwal K.K., Project Planning And Control With Pert And Cpm Laxmi
Publication, Iii Edn., 1989.
6. Walker Antony, ‘Project Management In Construction’, Collins Professional And Technical
Books, 1984.
7. Dr. Seetharam S., ‘Construction Engg. And Management ’, Umesh Publication, Delhi.

Cie 617 Operations Research And Decision Theory [4 0 0 4]

Introduction To Operation Research : Origin, Development, Scope, Characteristics And

Limitation. Phases Of Or - Classification Of Or Models. (02)

Decision Theory : Decision Strategies - Decision Under Certainity, Risk And Uncertainity -
Formulation - Decision Criteria And Decision Under Competitive Situations-Decision Trees.
(06)

Game Theory : Classification Of Games - Two Person Zero Sum Games - Formulation Of
Pay-Off Matrix - Saddle Points - Games With Pure And Mixed Strategies - Value Of The Game.

Solution To 2 X 2, 2 X N And M X N Pay - Off Matrix :- Graphical, Algebraic And Linear

Programming Methods. (06)

Linear Programming : Formulation, General And Standard Forms Of Lpp, Dual Of Lpps.
Solution Methods - Simplex Techniques, Big M Method And Two Phase Methods.(10)

Transportation Models : Introduction - Balanced And Unbalanced Transportation Problems -

Methods Of Finding Initial And Optimal Solution : Nwc Method, Least Cost Method, Vogel’s
Approximation Method, Modi Method. (09)

Assignment Models : Introduction - Solution Methods - Hungarian Assignment Method.(05)

Queuing Theory : Introduction - General Structure Of A Queuing System - Operating

Characteristics Of Queuing System. (02)

Waiting Line Models : Poisson - Exponential Single Server Model - Infinite And Finite
Population, Poisson - Exponential Multiple Server Model - Infinite Population. (05)

Post-Optimality Analysis : Monte - Carlo System Simulation - Random Number Generation,

Case Studies Related To Construction Projects - Solution To Problem Using Computer
Packages.
(05)
Reference:
1. Bronson Richard, ‘Theory And Problem Of Operations Research’, Schaum’s Outline Series,
Mcgraw Hill Book Co., 1983.
2. Hamdy Taha A., ‘Operations Research : An Introduction’, Maxwell Macmillan International
Edition, Iv Edition -1989
3. Shenoy G.V., Srivastav U.K., Sharma S.C. ‘Operations Research For Management ’, Wiley
Eastern Limited - 1988.
4. Gupta M.P., Sharma J.K. - ‘Operations Research For Management ’, National Publishing
House, Ii Edition - 1987.
5. Mcclain John O., Thomas Joseph, ‘Operations Management ’, Prentice Hall Of India Private
Limited, New Delhi - 1987.
6. Gupta R.C. ‘Quantitative Methods And Operations Research’, Cbs Management Series -
1986.
7. Vohra., ‘Quantitative Techniques In Management ’, Tata Mcgraw Hill Book Co.
8. Rea’s Problem Solver, ‘Operation Research’, Research And Education Association
Publication.

Cie 619 Introduction To Systems Engineering [4 0 0 4]

Systems Approach, System Concepts, Characteristics And Area Of Application.

Classical Optimization Techniques, Linear Programming (Graphical Method), Revised Simplex
Method, Duality In L.P., Integer Programming, Non-Linear Programming And Search Techniques.
Dynamic Programming (Deterministic And Stochastic), Network Analysis And Simulation.
References:
1. Thomas K. Jewell, ‘A Systems Approach To Civil Engineering’ - Planning And Design ,
Harper And Row Publishers, New York, 1986.
2. John O. Mectain And L. Joseph Thomas, ‘Operations Management ’, Prentice Hall Of India
Private Ltd., New Delhi, Ii Edition, 1987.
3. Norbert L. Enrich, ‘Management Planning : A Systems Approach’, Tata Mcgraw Hill
Publishing Co. Ltd., Bombay 1962.
4. Hamdy A.Taha, ‘Operations Research, – An Introduction’, Maxwell Macmillan International
Edition, Iv Edition, 1989.
5. Robert J. Thierauf And Robert C. Klekamp, ‘Decision-Making Through Operations
Research’, Wiley International Edition, Ii Edition, 1975.
6. Richard Bronson, ‘Theory And Problems Of Operation Research’, Schaum’s Outline Series,
Mcgraw Hill Book Co., 1983.
7. Rao, S.S., ‘Engineering Optimization – Theory And Practice’, New Age International (P) Ltd.,
Publishers 3rd Edition.

Cie 621 Construction Methods And Equipment [4 0 0 4]

Conventional And Modern Methods Of Construction Of Building Elements, Different Stages Of

Construction, Types Of Form Works, Elements Of Precasting And Prefabricated Construction,
Use Of Prestressing. Industrial Buildings: General Data On Mechanised Construction
Equipment. Construction Equipments Such As Cranes, Hoists, Mixers, Vibrators, Scaffolding,
Shuttering, Conveyors Etc., Their Characteristics, Performance And Application To The
Building Process. Shovel Truck Performance. Performance Characteristics Of Equipments.
1. Drilling, Blasting & Processing Equipments.
2. Asphalt And Concrete Plants & Equipments.
References:
1. Dr. Mahesh Varma, “Construction Equipment And Its Planning And Application”, Metropolitan
Book Co. (P) Ltd., 1987.
2. R. L. Peurifoy, W. B. Ledbeffe, “Construction Planning, Equipment And Methods”, Mcgraw
Hill Book Company, 1985.
3. James F. Russell, “Construction Equipment”, Reston Publishing Company, Inc. 1985.
4. Prof. S. S. Ataev, “Construction Technology”, Mir Publishers Moscow, 1985.
5. M. Antill And Paul W.S. Ryan, “Civil Engineering Construction”, Mcgraw Hill Book Co ;
Sydney, 1982.
6. Lindley R. Higgins, “Practical Construction Equipment Maintenance And Reference Guide”,
Mcgraw Hill Book Company, 1982.
7. Back Volumes Of Civil Engg And Construction Review, India.

Cie 623.1 Management Information Systems [4 0 0 4]

Management: Definition, Functions, Levels, Role Of Different Levels Of Management In

Planning, Decision Making And Control.
Information : Definition, Attributes And Value Of Information. Types Of Decision And Value Of
Information. Age Of Information.
System : Definition, Description, Types Of Systems, Decoupling And Control Of Systems,
Stress In Systems.
Mis : Definition, Characteristics, Problems, Classification.
Computer Hardware And Software For Mis, Database, Dbms.
Mis In Practice: Transaction Processing Systems, Information Reporting Systems, Decision
Support Systems, Expert Systems And Office Automation Systems.
Project Planning, Analysis And Design Of Mis: Mis As System, Software Development
Life- Cycles, Feasibility Study, Requirement Analysis, Data Flow Diagram And Data Dictionary,
Process Description, Software Requirement Specifications, Systems Design, Structure Charts,
Input-Output Design, Development - Testing, Implementation And Maintenance Of Mis.
References:
1. Gordan Davis B., “ Management Information Systems-Conceptual Foundation, Structure And
Development ”, Mcgraw Hill Book Company, International Edition, 1989.
2. Parker Charles S., “Management Information Systems : Strategy And Action”, Mcgraw Hill
Publication Company.
3. Arora Asok, Bhatia Akshaya, “Information Systems For Managers”, Excel Books, New Delhi,
1999.
4. Sadgopan S., “Management Information Systems”, Prentice Hall India Ltd., New Delhi, 1998.
5. Murdick Robert E., Ross Joel E., “Management Information Systems For Modern
Management ”, Prentice Hall India Ltd., New Delhi, 1990.
6. Scott George C., “Principles Of Management Information Systems”, Mcgraw Hill Book
Company, International Students Limited 1986.

Cie 623.2 Statistics And Probability For Engineering And Management [4 0 0 4]

Basics Of Statistics And Probability : Data Samples, Frequency Distribution, Histograms,
Frequency Polygon And Frequency Curves. Averages, Measure Of Dispersion, Measure Of
Asymmetry, Measure Of Peakedness, Co-Relation, Co-Variance.

Probability : Sample Spaces And Events, Probability Axioms, Elementary Theorems,

Conditional Probability, Baye’s Theorem, Mathematics Of Expectations, One Dimensional
Random Variables, Functions Of Random Variables, Joint Distribution. Common Probability
Distributions, Binomial, Poisson’s, Geometric, Uniform, Normal, Log-Normal, Gamma,
Exponential, Weibul, Beta. Bivariate Normal Distribution, Other Bivariate Distributors.

Estimating Parameters From Observational Data : Approach To Estimation Of

Parameters, Empirical Determination Of Distribution, Probability Papers, Chi-Square Test.

Regression And Co-Relation Analysis: Basic Formulations Of Linear Regression, Multiple

Linear Regression, Non-Linear Regression, Co-Relation Analysis.

Elements Of Quality Assurance And Acceptance : Acceptance Sampling By Attributes,

Acceptance Sampling By Variables, Multiple Stage Sampling.

Monte Carlo Simulation : Generation Of Random Numbers, Variance Reduction Techniques,

Examples.

Introduction To Reliability Analysis: Measure Of Reliability – Factor Of Safety, Safety Margin,

Reliability Index, Performance Function And Limit State. Failure Modes – Independent Failure
Modes, Mutually Dependent Failure Modes, Confidence Limits.

References:
1. Ang, Tang, “Probability Concepts In Engineering Planning And Design”, Vol. I And Ii, Wiley
International, 1975.
2. Kottegoda N.T., Rosso Renzo, “Statistics, Probability And Reliability For Civil And
Environmental Engineers”, Mcgraw Hill International, 1998.
3. Richar A Johnson, “Probability And Statistics For Engineers”, Prentice Hall India Pvt. Ltd.,
New Delhi, 1999.
4. Hines William W., Mantogomery Dougles C., “Probability And Statistics In Engineering And
Management Sciences”, John Wiley And Sons.
5. Shenoy G. V., Pant Madan, “Statistical Methods In Business And Social Sciences”, Macmillan
India Ltd., New Delhi, 1999.

Cie 623.3 Database Management Systems [4 0 0 4]

Introduction : Evolution, Conventional Techniques, Database Management System.

Modelling Process: Building Blocks, Common Principles, Intergrity Constraints, Conceptual

Database.

Normalization : Functional And Multivalued Dependancy.

Introduction To Different Models: Heirarchial And Network Model. Dbms Based On

Network Model.

Relational Model. Dbms Basedon Relational Model. Spread Sheet Based And Forms Based
Database Interfaces. (Should Be Dealt In Detail)
User Dialogue, Managing Data Base, Integrity, Auditability And Security.

Querry Langauge : Sql.

Selected Data Base Languages And Systems : Uds, Ibm Filing Assistant, Deltag,
Everyman, Dbase Iii, Rbase 5000 Etc. Brief Survey Of Oracle.

References:
1. Prakash Naveen, “ Introduction To Database Management”, Tata - Mcgraw Hill, New Delhi,
1991.
2. Shaman Geiff, “Introduction To Database On Micro Computers”, Addison - Wesley Publishing
Company, England, 1989.
3. Vossen Gottfried, “Data Models, Database Languages And Data Base Management
Systems”, Addison - Wesley, England, 1990.
4. Uliman Jeffrey D. “Principles Of Database Systems”, Golgotia Publications Pvt. Ltd., New
Delhi, 1989.
5. Martin James, “Principles Of Data Base Management ”, Phi, New Delhi, 1992.
6. Elmasari Navathi, “Fundamentals Of Data Base Systems”, Addison - Wesly, 1997.

Cie 625 Computer Lab [0 0 3 1]

Introduction To C++ Programming Language: Input And Output Statements, Logical Statements,
Iterative Loops. Simple Examples. Functions And Classes, Examples. (12)

Programming Management Problems Such As Price Forecasting, Regression Analysis, Inventory

Models, Or And Project Management Problems. (24)

References:
1. Balaguruswamy E., ‘Object-Oriented Programming With C++’, Tata Mcgraw Hill, New Delhi.
2. Ang And Tang, “Probability Concepts In Engineering Planning And Design”, Vol. I And Ii,
Wiley International, 1975.
3. Kottegoda N.T., Rosso Renzo, “Statistics, Probability And Reliability For Civil And
Environmental Engineers”, Mcgraw Hill International, 1998.
4. Aicte Continuing Education Programme, “Quantitative Methods In Construction Management”.

Cie 616 Safety Engineering [4 0 0 4]

Construction Safety - Meaning And Scope (02)

Current Situation In Safety Of Construction

- Technological Aspects.
- Organisational Aspects.
- Behavioural Aspects. (06)

Safety Clauses In Contract Document. (03)

Safety Rules In Construction. (03)

Planning For Safety In Construction Projects.

- Legal Requirements
 - Reporting Occurrence Of Accidents.
- Reporting Occurrence Of Hazards.
- Action To Be Taken By Site Engineer In Case Of Accidents.
- First Aid, Ambulance Room/Dispensary. (03)

Fire Prevention And Control

- Causes
- Types Of Extinguishers And Uses
- Fire Prevention Planning
- Fire Prevention And Control Features. (05)

Role Of Various Parties In Construction Safety Management

- Designers
- Workers
- Manufactures/Dealers
- Employers
- Site Safety Management
- Site Organisation. (04)

Safety Remedies For Common Hazards - Dust, Vibration, Lead Poisioning, Noise,
Movement, Material, Lighting. (02)

Safety In Nuclear Power Operation And Safety In Construction Of Thermal Power Plant.(03)

Safety In Use Of Construction Equipments. (03)

Human Factors In Construction Safety Management
- Poverty
- Casual Employment
- Lack Of Awareness
- Fatigue
- Work Environment
- New Technology
- Living Condition
- Attitude Of Management
- Safety Training. (03)
Motivation
- Management
- Supervisors
- Workers
- Motivational Scheme
- Possible Areas Of Improvement. (03)
Safety In Construction Operation
- Drilling And Blasting Operation
- Excavation
- Concrete Framed Structure. (06)
Accident Investigation, Records And Cost
- Purpose Of Investigation
- Measuring Safety
- Records To Be Maintained (03)
Hazard Analysis Technique
 - Job Hazard Analysis
- Fault Free Analysis
- Failure Mode Analysis (04)

Isi Standards For Safety For Building And Civil Engineering Projects. (02)

References:
1. Vaid K.N., “Construction Safety Management”, National Institute Of Construction
Management, Mumbai.
2. Krishna N.V., “An Introduction To Safety Engineering And Management”, Ops Publishers
Limited 14, Hare Street, Calcutta, First Edition.
3. David Goldsmith “Safety Management In Construction And Industry”, Mcgraw Hill Book
Company, - 1987.
4. “Proceedings Of The National Seminar On Safety In Construction Industry (21-11-75)”,
Bombay Central Labour Institute, Bombay, 1976.
5. Fullman J.B., “Construction Safety, Security And Loss Prevention”, New York.

Cie 618 Valuation Techniques In Engineering [4 0 0 4]

Concepts And Theories Of Value - Cost, Price And Value - Purpose Of Valuation - Different
Forms Of Values. (03)

Outgoings : Municipal And Government Taxes - Annual Repairs And Maintenance, Insurance,
Loss Of Rent, Management And Collection Charges, Sinking Fund. (03)

Depreciation : Value Depreciation And Cost Depreciation - Methods Of Calculation : Straight

Line Method, Constant Percentage Method, Sinking Fund Method, Sum Of The Digits Method
And Double Declining Balance Method. (06)

Deferred Land Value, Year’s Purchase, Capitalized Value, Annuity, Good Will Value,
Obsolescence, Ammortization, P.V. Of Re. 1/- For Different Cases. (03)

Methods Of Valuation: Open Land Valuation - Factors Affecting The Intrinsic Values Of Land,
Comparative Method, Abstractive Method, Belting Method. (05)

Definition Of Rent, Different Forms Of Rent - Standard Rent, Head Rent, Statutory Rent,
Ground Rent, Improved Rent, Gross Rent And Net Rent. (03)

Cost Of Structure, Bis Rules For Measurement Of Plinth Area And Cubical Contents. (02)

Valuation Of Land With Buildings: Rental Method, Land And Building Method, Valuation On
Profit Basis, Direct Comparison Of Capital Value, Residual Or Development Method.(08)

Rights And Liabilities Of Lessor And Lessee, Leasehold Properties, Freehold Properties.(03)

Valuation Of Different Types Of Properties: Licensed Premises, Agricultural Land - Farm

House.
(05)

Easements : Self-Imposed, Legally Created, Dominant And Servient Heritage - Effect Of

Easements On Valuation - Extinguish Of Easements. (04)
Market : Real Estate Market And Market Value - Fair Market Value, Open Market Value -
Parameters Affecting The Fair Market Value. (03)

Investments : Bonds, Govt. (Gilt-Edged) Securities, Debentures, Preferetial And Equity

Shares, Capital Gains, Wealth Tax And Income Tax. (02)

References:
1. Banerjee D.N., “Principles And Practice Of Valuation”.
2. Roshan H. Nanavathi, “Professional Practice”.
3. Rao Gopintha C.H. “Valuation Practices Of Immovable Properties”.
4. Shah N.A. “Quantity Surveying And Valuation”
5. Mitra A.K., “Theory And Practice Of Valuation”
6. Back Volumes Of Institution Of Valuers, India.

Cie 620 Management Accountancy And Construction Management [4 0 0 4]

Financial Accounting - Meaning - Importance - Journal - Ledger - Trial Balance And Bank
Reconciliation Statement.

Preparation Of Financial Statements – Profit And Loss A/C - Balance Sheet. Nature Of
Financial Statements - Importance Of Financial Statements And Its – Interpretation.

Management Accounting - Meaning - Importance - Scope. Techniques And Tools Of

Management Accounting - Comparative B/S Common Sized Balance Sheet - Ratio Analysis Fund
Flow And Cash Flow Statements With Simple Problems. Cost Sheet, Marginal Costing And
Contracts.

Financial Management - Meaning - Scope - And Importance - Investment Evaluation - Capital

Budgeting.

Budgets - Meaning - Importance - Classification, Budgetary Control.

Business Finance - Source Of Finance - Short Term And Long Term. Working Capital -
Meaning, Nature, Importance And Sources.

References:
1. Nanda Dhaneja, Sastry, “Financial Accounting”.
2. Manmohan Singh Goyal, “Management Accounting”.
3. Pandey I.M., “Financial Management ”.
4. Prassanna Chandra, “Financial Management ”.
5. Khan And Jain, “Financial Management ”.

Cie 622.1/Cie 624.1 Human Resources Management [4 0 0 4]

Definition, Scope, Objectives

Hr Planning, Job Analysis And Design
Recruitment, Selection, Placement, Training, Performance Appraisal, Employee Remuneration
And Benefits.
Industrial Relations : Trade Unions, Disputes And Their Resolution.
Assessing Hr Performance And Prospects.
References:
1. Aswathappa K., “Human Resource And Personnel Management ”, Tata - Mcgraw Hill, New
Delhi, 1977.
2. Mirza S. Sayadin, “Human Resource Management ”, Tata - Mcgraw Hill Book Company,
New Delhi, 1988.
3. Suri S.K. “Human Resource Development And Productivity – New Perspective”, National
Productivity Council, Delhi, 1988.
4. Rao Subba P, “Essential Of Hrm And Industrial Relations Text Cases And Games”,
Himalaya Publishing House, Ii Edition 1999.
5. Dr. Gupta C.B., “Human Resource Management ”, Sultan Chand And Sons, New Delhi.
6. Robert Dubin, “ Human Relations In Administration”, Prentice Hall India, New Delhi, 1968.
7. Peter F. Drucker, “People And Performance : Best Of Peter Drucker”, Allied Publishers Pvt.
Ltd., 1977.
8. Vinita Shah, “Human Resources Development In Building Industry - A Study In Bombay”,
Nicmar, Publication, 1990.
9. Milkovich Boudreau, “Personnel/Human Resources Development ”, Business Publications, I
Edition, 1990.
10. Brian Towers, “Hand Book Of Human Resources Management ”, Beacon Books, New
Delhi.

Cie 622.2/Cie 624.2 Organisational Behavior [4 0 0 4]

Nature Of Organizational Behaviour: Definition, Key Elements, Scope, Model. Stages Of

Evolution Of Ob, Researches In Ob.

Foundations Of Individual Behaviour: Personality, Perception, Learning, Attitudes, Values

And Job Satisfaction, Concepts Of Motivation.

Foundations Of Group Behaviour: Small Groups In An Organization, Leadership, Power And

Politics, Communication, Conflict.

Organization: Organizational Culture, Work Stress, Organizational Changes And Development.

References:
1. Aswathappa A., “Organizational Behaviour : Texts And Cases”, Himalaya Publishing House,
Mumbai.
2. Hersey Paul, Kenneth Blanchard H., “Management Of Organizational Behaviour: Utilising
Human Resources”, Prentice Hall India Ltd., 5th Edition, New Delhi.
3. Davis Keith, “Human Behaviour At Work : Organizational Behaviour”, Tata-Mcgraw Hill, New
Delhi.
4. Gupta N.S., “Organization: Theory And Behaviour”, Himalaya Publishing House, Mumbai.
5. Pareek Uday, Rao T.V., Pestonji D.M., “Behavioral Process In Organisations”, Oxford-Ibh
Publishing Company.
6. Tyagi Archana, “Organisational Behaviour”, Excel Books, New Delhi.
7. Gordon Judith K., “A Diagnostic Approach To Organisational Behaviour”, Allyn & Bacon
Inc., New Delhi.
8. Luthans Fred, “Organisational Behaviour”, Mcgraw Hill International, New York.
9. Tosi Henry L., Rizzo John R., Carrol Stephan J., “Organisational Behaviour: A Comprehensive
Manual ”, Beacon Books, New Delhi.
 Cie 622.3/Cie 624.3 Applied Social Psychology [4 0 0 4]

Organisations And The Systems Concept: Characteristics Of Social Organisations. Growth

Of Organisational Structure And Sub-Systems. Environment, Organisational Typology, Roles,
Effectiveness.

Concept Of Organisational Psychology: Organisational Man And Process Of Management.

Groups And Inter-Groups Relationships. Organisation In Relation To Environment.

Time-Motion Study: Individual Differences, Howthrone Study, Psychological Tests And Their
Validity.
Attitudes, Industrial Moral And Job Satisfaction.
Industrial Conflict And Fatigue. Monotony And Boredom.
Scientific Management, Selection And Placement, Employee-Employer
Relationships, Incentives.

References:
1. Katz Daniel, Kohn Robert L., “The Social Psychology Of Organisations”, John Willey And
Sons, New York, 1978.
2. Mohanty Girishbal, “Textbook Of Industrial And Organisational Psychology”, Oxford And Ibh,
Newdelhi,1983.
3. Schein Edger H., “Organisational Psychology”, Prentice Hall India, New Delhi,1973.
4. Seigel Lawrence, Lane Irwing M., “Psychology In Industrial Organisations”, D.B.
Taraporewala Sons And Co. Pvt. Ltd., Bombay, 1974.

Cie 622.4/Cie 624.4 Management By Values [4 0 0 4]

Values For Indian Managers.

Anatomy Of Ethico-Moral Management From Self To Self: The Ascent From Pettiness To
Dignity.
Appraisal Of Management By Value Programmes. Socio-Cultural Change And Managers
Travails.
Social Values And Individual Attitudes, Work Ethic.
India’s Vision Of Humanism. Heirarchism As Organisational Value. Rediscovering Indian
Psychology For Managers. Leadership Modelling. Mental Health Of A Manager.

References:
1. Chakraborty S.K., “Management By Values: Towards Cultural Congruance”, Oxford
University Press, New Delhi,1991.
2. Chakraborty S.K., “Managerial Effectiveness And Quality Of Work Life: Indian Insights”, Tata
Mcgraw Hill,1987.
3. Monappa A., “Ethical Attitudes Of Indian Managers”, All India Management
Association,1972.

Cie 622.5/Cie 624.5 Material Management [4 0 0 4]

Integrated Material Management – Meaning, Functions And Advantages. Organizational

Structure, Material Control, Material Research.
Material Planning And Budgeting: Abc Analysis, Codification And Standardisation, Source
Selection.

Purchase Management: Creative Purchasing, Purchase System, Price Forecasting, Buying

Seasonal Commodities, Purchasing Under Uncertainties, Purchasing Capital Equipments.

Stores Management: Stores System, Location And Layout Of Stores, Incoming Material
Control, Stock Verification, Value Analysis, Material Handling.

Inventory Management: Different Inventory Costs, Static Risk Model, Eoq, Practical Systems – P
And Q Systems, Probability Based Inventory Control, Or Techniques In Material Management,
Computers In Material Management.

References:
1. Gopal Krishnanan P., Sundaresan M., “ Material Management : Integrated Approach”,
Prentice Hall India, New Delhi, 1992.
2. Datta A.K., “Material Management And Inventory Control: Principles And Practice”, Jaico
Publishing House, Bombay, 1988.
3. Shah N.M., “Integrated Concept Of Material Management”, Tata Mcgraw Hill, 1988.
4. Michael R. Leenders, Fearn, “ Purchasing And Material Management”, D.B. Tarporevale
Sons And Co., Bangalore, 1977.
5. Tersine, Richard J., “Principles Of Inventory And Material Management”, Prentice Hall
International, 1994.
6. Zipkin, Paul H., “Foundations Of Inventory Management”, Mac Grahill International, 2000.

Cie 622.6/Cie 624.6 Contract Management [4 0 0 4]

Construction And Contracting.

Construction Contracts.
Evolution Of Construction Contracts.
Pre-Contract Requirements.
Contract Administration.
Contract Organisation And Management.
Special Problems Of Contract Management.
Construction Claims, Overseas And Bot Contracts.
Dispute Resolution.

References:
1. Prakash V.A., “Contract Management In Civil Works Projects”, Nicmar,Mumbai,1997.
2. Betty John G., “Engineering Contracts”, Mcgraw Hill Internationals, London.
3. Collier Keith, “Managing Construction Contracts”, Reston Publishing Company
Inc.,Virginia,1982.
4. Clough Richard H., “Construction Contracting”, John Willey & Sons, Newyork,1986.
5. Wass Alonzo, “Understanding Construction Contracts”, Reston Publishing Company,
Virginia,1982.
6. Albett Robert W., “Engineering Contracts And Specifications”, John Willey And Sons,
New York,1961.
7. Vaid K.N. (Ed.),“Global Perspective On International Construction Contracting Technology
And Project Management ”, Nicmar, Mumbai, 1998.
 Cie 622.7/Cie 624.7 Total Quality Management [4 0 0 4]

Concept Of Quality. Pioneers Of Tqm.

Philosophy Of Tqm: Quality, Quality Characteristics, Quality Process, Quality Control,

Statistical Quality Control, Total Quality Management, Tqm Models.

Quality Systems: Quality Assurance Systems, Implementation Of Quality Systems, Iso –

9000 Quality Systems.

Tools And Techniques Of Tqm.

Total Preventive Maintenance, Total Safety System.

Tqm Essentials: Leadership, Customer-Supplier Chain, Continuous Improvement.

References:
1. Zairi Mohamed, “Total Quality Management For Engineers”, Aditya Books, New Delhi,
1992.
2. Goetsch David L., Davis Stanley B., “Introduction To Total Quality”, Prentice Hall International
Inc.,1997.
3. Feigenbaum Armand V., “Total Quality Control ”, Mcgraw Hill Inter-National Edition,1991.
4. Dalela Suresh,Saurabh, “Iso9000 A Manual For Total Quality Management”, S. Chand,
New Delhi, 1997.
5. Logothetis N., “Managing For Total Quality”, Prentice Hall India, New Delhi, 1997.
6. Bank John, “Essence Of Total Quality Management ”, Prentice Hall India, New Delhi,1996.
7. Berk Joseph, Susan, “Total Quality Management ”, Excel Books, Delhi,1995.

Cie 622.8/Cie 624.8 Value Engineering [4 0 0 4]

Introduction And Background Of Value Engineering. Hurdles In Value Engineering.

Value Engineering Job Plan.

Functional Analysis.

Creative Thinking, Cost Modelling, Life-Cycle Costing, Project Work, Worksheets, Guidelines,
Checklists.

Value Engineering Case Studies.

References:
1. Zimmerman Larry W., Hart Glen P., “Value Engineering”, Cbs Pub-Lishers,Delhi,1988.
2. Iyer S.S., “Value Engineering”, New Age International,1996.
3. Krishnan P., Saxena K.R., “Value Engineering In Project Management ”, Oxford And
Ibh,1995.
4. Vittal M.S., “Value Engineering ”, System Consultancy Service, Bangalore,1993.
5. Aicte, “Value Engineering”, New Delhi, 1990.
6. Brown, James, “Value Engineering”, Industrial Press, New York.
7. Bahadury, Bikash And Others, “Value Engineering”, Iste, Mysore.

Cie 626 Computer Lab [0 0 3 1]

 1. Use Of C++ Programming To Formulate Object-Oriented Programming – Specific Use Of
Functions And Classes. A Mini Project To Write A Object-Oriented Programme Concerning
Construction Management Problems. (15)

2. Introduction To Project Management Softwares – Ms Project, Primavera Etc. Assignments To

Use These Softwares. (15)

References:
1. Balaguruswamy E., ‘Object-Oriented Programming With C++’, Tata Mcgraw Hill, New Delhi.
2. Ang And Tang, “Probability Concepts In Engineering Planning And Design”, Vol. I And Ii,
Wiley International, 1975.
3. Kottegoda N.T., Rosso Renzo, “Statistics, Probability And Reliability For Civil And
Environmental Engineers”, Mcgraw Hill International, 1998.
4. Aicte Continuing Education Programme, “Quantitative Methods In Construction Management”
5. Relevant Software Manuals.
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