Programme Educational Objectives (PEO)

PEO1	Graduates will apply the knowledge of Mechanical Engineering concepts and innovative methods to solve real-world engineering problems.
PEO2	Graduates will have the required qualities for a successful carrier in Mechanical Engineering and related fields.
PEO3	Graduates will exhibit professional skills with ethical values and teamwork.

Programme Outcomes (PO)

PO1	Engineering knowledge: Apply the knowledge of mathematics, science, engineering fundamentals, and an engineering specialization to the solution of complex engineering problems.
PO2	Problem analysis: Identify, formulate, review research literature, and analyse complex engineering problems reaching substantiated conclusions using first principles of mathematics, natural sciences, and engineering sciences.
PO3	Design/development of solutions: 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.
PO4	Conduct investigations of complex problems: Use research-based knowledge and research methods including design of experiments, analysis and interpretation of data, and synthesis of the information to provide valid conclusions.
PO5	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.
PO6	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.
PO7	Environment and sustainability: Understand the impact of the professional engineering solutions in societal and environmental contexts, and demonstrate the knowledge of, and need for sustainable development.
PO8	Ethics: Apply ethical principles and commit to professional ethics and responsibilities and norms of the engineering practice.
PO9	Individual and team work: Function effectively as an individual, and as a member or leader in diverse teams, and in multidisciplinary settings.
PO10	Communication: 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.
PO11	Project management and finance: Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of the engineering and management principles and apply these to one’s own work, as a member and leader in a team, to manage projects and in multidisciplinary environments.
PO12	Life-long learning: Recognize 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 Objectives (PSO)

PSO1	Graduates of the program will achieve optimized design by utilizing their knowledge in thermal engineering, material science, manufacturing, fluid power and computer integrated manufacturing.
PSO2	Graduates will be able to analyze and interpret by using modern tools and provide solutions to real time mechanical engineering and related problems.
PSO3	Graduates will learn managerial skills to work effectively in a team and are aware of the impact of professional engineering solutions in human community, environmental context, ethics and be able to communicate effectively.

Programme Educational Objectives (PEOs)

The Programme Educational Objectives (PEOs) of the M.E. degree in Thermal Engineering of Rohini College of Engineering and Technology are as follows:

PEO1	Analyze, design and evaluate thermal systems using state of the art engineering tools and techniques.
PEO2	Communicate effectively and support constructively towards team work.
PEO3	Pursue lifelong learning for professional growth with ethical concern for society and environment.

Programme Outcomes (PO)

The Program Outcomes (POs) of the M.E. degree in Thermal Engineering are as follows:

PO1	An ability to independently carry out research /investigation and development work to solve practical problems.
PO2	An ability to write and present a substantial technical report/document.
PO3	Students should be able to demonstrate a degree of mastery over the area as per the specialization of the program. The mastery should be at a level higher than the requirements in the appropriate bachelor program.
PO4	Demonstrate a degree of mastery over thermal engineering at a level higher than the Bachelor’s program.
PO5	Design, develop and analyze thermal systems for improved performance.
PO6	Engage in lifelong learning adhering to professional, ethical, legal, safety, environmental and societal aspects for career excellence.

Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D) in Mechanical Engineering from RCET train the research students to use and advance their engineering skills to contribute to applied industry-focused mechanical and manufacturing research projects. Areas of research includes material science, structural mechanics, fluid mechanics, composites, heat transfer, Nanotechnology based research and solid mechanics and many more. We have six well experienced Anna University recognized supervisors and extensive and advanced research facilities to support your individual research projects.

RCET aims to maximize the benefits of research by advancing fundamental knowledge and contributing to efficacious public policy, social cohesion, international development and the quality of life. Our high-level strategies retaining and recruiting researchers of the highest distinction, processes and potential across the Institutions, attracting the very best research students nationally and internationally. RCET provide a supportive research environment in which scholars at every stage of their career, can flourish and develop. RCET aim at encouraging collaboration- regionally, nationally and internationally and effective partnerships with other research institutions, research agencies, funding bodies/sponsors and benefactors thus ensuring that the fruits of the Institution’s research activities are leveraged and disseminated for the benefit of society and the economy. We also strive to provide the academic and administrative services and facilities needed to facilitate research excellence and knowledge transfer.

GENERAL ELIGIBILITY

• Master’s Degree of the University or any other qualification recognized as equivalent there to in the fields of study notified from time to time by the University. Specific educational qualifications are given in Clause 2 (Ref. Anna University Regulation 2020).
• A minimum of 55% marks or CGPA of 5.5 on a 10 point scale in the qualifying examination. In case of SC/ST/ Differently–Abled candidates, 50% marks or CGPA of 5.0 on a 10 point scale

EDUCATIONAL QUALIFICATIONS

Programme	Qualification for Admission
Ph.D. Degree in Engineering/Technology	M.E. / M.Tech. / M.S. (By Research) in the relevant branch of Engineering or Technology

Ph.D. PROGRAMME CATEGORIES

Two categories of Ph.D. programme available are: Full-time and Part-time. Anna University - Ph.D-Regulation – 2020 (Download)