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DEPARTMENT OF SKILL DEVELOPMENT

GOVERNMENT POLYTECHNIC COLLEGE GANDERBAL

AICTE APPROVED AND AFFILIATED TO JAMMU AND KASHMIR BOARD OF TECHNICAL EDUCATION

HOD Civil Engineering

Er. Mudasir Aziz Wani

Head of Department

Civil Engineering

Welcome to the Department of Civil Engineering

Dear Students, Faculty, and Visitors,

On behalf of the Department of Civil Engineering, I am delighted to extend a warm welcome to our official website. We are thrilled to have you here as we embark on a journey of excellence and innovation in the field of civil engineering.

Our department takes great pride in offering a comprehensive and cutting-edge curriculum designed to equip our students with the skills, knowledge, and mindset required to tackle the challenges of the modern world. Whether you are a prospective student seeking an enriching educational experience or a faculty member looking to explore new research opportunities, our website is designed to cater to all your needs.

We believe in fostering a collaborative and inclusive environment that encourages open dialogue, critical thinking, and creativity. Through our state-of-the-art laboratories, field experiences, and industry partnerships, we strive to bridge the gap between theory and practice, preparing our diploma holders to become leaders in the civil engineering profession.

Best regards,
Er. Mudasir Aziz Wani
Head of Department, Civil Engineering

Overview of Department

As part of our commitment to delivering a comprehensive learning experience, we boast Ten (10) well-equipped and modern laboratories catering to different aspects of civil engineering. Each of these labs is equipped with state-of-the-art instruments and tools to ensure our students receive practical exposure and in-depth understanding of the subject matter.

At Govt. Polytechnic College Ganderbal, we believe that hands-on experience with these cutting-edge instruments plays a crucial role in the development of our students' skills and knowledge. Our well-equipped labs provide an excellent learning environment where students can apply theoretical concepts to real-world scenarios, preparing them for successful careers in civil engineering.

Our Faculty

Er. Mudasir Aziz Wani

Head of the Department (HOD)

B. Tech- Civil Engineering (2nd Topper NIT Srinagar)

M. Tech- Structural Engineering (Gold Medallist - NIT Srinagar)

Research- Moment and Shear Distribution factors of steel Girder Bridges for IRC Loadings

Er. Tawseef Ahmad Rather

Demonstrator

B. Tech-Civil Engineering (NIT Srinagar)

M. Tech-Transportation Engineering (NIT Srinagar)

Er. Aadil Ahmad

Guest Faculty

B. Tech Civil Engineering (Alfalah University)

M.Tech Construction Technology and Management (DeshBaghat University)

Er. Showkat Ahmad

Guest Faculty

B. Tech Civil Engineering (Kurukshetra University)

M. Tech-Structural Engineering (Kurukshetra University)

Our Laboratories

Strength of Materials Lab

Major Equipment:

  • Universal Testing Machines (UTM)
  • Fully Automatic Compression Testing Machines (CTM)
  • Torsion Testing Machines (TTM)

Soil Mechanics Lab

Major Equipment:

  • Consolidation apparatus
  • Direct Shear Test Apparatus
  • Vane Shear Test equipment
  • Unconfined compression Test (UCT) equipment

Highway Engineering Lab

Major Equipment:

  • Bitumen Penetration Test Apparatus
  • Marshall Stability Test Apparatus
  • Los Angeles Abrasion Testing Machine

Surveying Lab

Major Equipment:

  • Total Stations
  • Electronic Theodolites
  • Automatic Levels

Fluid Mechanics Lab

Major Equipment:

  • Pipe Friction apparatus
  • Bernoulli Test apparatus
  • Venturimeter & Orificemeter apparatus

CADD Lab

Software:

  • AutoCAD

Courses Offered

Three years Diploma in Civil Engineering

Short term courses under PMKVY 4.0