University of Mumbai B. E. (Mechanical Engineering), Rev 2019 5
Preface
When the entire world is discussing about ‘Industry 4.0’, we are at the crossroads. There are so many
expectations from the graduating engineers, who shall be the major contributors to ecosystem for
development of the Nation. Engineering education in India, in general, is being revamped so as to
impart the theoretical knowledge along with industrial exposure. It is our attempt, when we are
introducing a new curriculum; to bridge the industry-academia gap. To enable this, we have introduced
components such as skill-based laboratories and project-based learning. We trust that this will allow the
learner to apply knowledge gained in previous and current semesters to solve problems for gaining
better understanding. What once were pure mechanical systems have now been transformed into
multidisciplinary systems of mechatronics, electronics and computer science. Interdisciplinary
knowledge is gaining importance as we are moving towards automated world as technology advances.
Keeping this in mind the curriculum has been designed in a way so that learner shall be acquainted with
many Interdisciplinary subjects.
Engineers develop new technological solutions. During the engineering design process, the
responsibilities of the engineer may include defining problems, conducting and narrowing research,
analyzing criteria, finding and analyzing solutions, and making decisions. The Program Educational
Objectives for Undergraduate Program were finalized in a brain storming session, which was attended
by several faculty members and Industry experts. The Program Educational Objectives proposed for the
undergraduate program in Mechanical Engineering are listed below:
1. To prepare the stake holder to exhibit leadership qualities with demonstrable attributes in
lifelong learning to contribute to the societal needs.
2. To make ready the stake holder to pursue higher education for professional development
3. To help the stake holder to acquire the analytical and technical skills, knowledge, analytical
ability attitude and behavior through the program
4. To prepare the stakeholders with a sound foundation in the mathematical, scientific and
engineering fundamentals
5. To motivate the learner in the art of self-learning and to use modern tools for solving real life
problems and also inculcate a professional and ethical attitude and good leadership qualities
6. To prepare the stake holder to able to Design solutions for complex engineering problems and
design system components or processes that meet the specified needs with appropriate
consideration for the public health and safety, and the cultural, societal, and environmental
considerations.
We trust this revised version of syllabus come up to the expectations of all stakeholders. We trust this
revised version of syllabus come up to the expectations of all stakeholders. We wish to place on record
our sincere thanks and appreciations to the various contributors from the academia and industry for their
most learned inputs in framing this syllabus.
Board of Studies in Mechanical Engineering