Diploma in Automobile Engineering
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Diploma in Automobile Engineering
The Automobile Engineering department at SCMS College of Polytechnics offers an in-depth curriculum focused on the design, development, and testing of automobiles while blending theory with hands-on experience. Keeping pace with industry trends, the program ensures students are versed in the latest automotive technologies and innovations.
Vision
To cultivate a new generation of highly skilled, adaptable, creative, and quality-conscious Automobile Engineers dedicated to driving positive change and serving our society’s evolving needs.
Mission
Providing modern infrastructure and facilities so that students will gain hands-on experience of using various equipment’s and machinery along with safety and environmental awareness.
Vision
To develop skilled adaptable, creative and quality conscious Automobile Engineers to serve the society.
Mission
Providing modern infrastructure and facilities so that students will gain hands-on experience of using various equipments and machinery along with safety and environmental awareness.
Developing strong interaction with industries, academics and research institutes to organize training in emerging technologies for faculty, staff and students to keep the curricula updated.
Program Overview
The department distinguishes itself as an excellent academic Centre through separate Lab Block which includes laboratories such as Vehicle Testing Lab, Diesel and Petrol Engine Service Labs, Automobile Electrical Lab and Automobile Servicing Lab.
Group of Eclectic Auto Rooters (GEAR)
To nurture young minds who share a common passion towards automobiles the department is having its own association, Group of Eclectic Auto Rooters (GEAR) which serves as a good platform for the students to meet up with professionals and to exchange innovative ideas to uplift their knowledge level and update with latest technologies that is ever changing. The association conducts Auto Expositions and seminar programmes to give knowledge about old and latest cars and their technologies.
List of Subjects
- Communication Skills in English
- Mathematics I
- Applied Physics I
- Applied Chemistry
- Engineering Graphics
- Applied Physics Lab
- Applied Chemistry Lab
- Introduction to IT systems Lab
- Engineering Workshop Practice
- Sports and Yoga
- Fundamentals of Fluid Mechanics
- Manufacturing Technology for Automobile Components
- Automobile Electrical and Electronics Systems.
- Internal Combustion Engines
- Automobile Engineering Drawing
- Mechanical Workshop III
- Petrol Engine Service Lab
- Automobile Electrical and Electronics Lab
- Fundamentals of Fluid Mechanics Lab
- Industrial Management and Safety
- Design of Automotive Components
- Vehicle Diagnostics and Service
- Automotive Power Train Control Systems
- Farm Machinery and Construction Equipment
- Two and Three wheeler Technology
- Vehicle Testing Lab
- Automobile Service Lab II
- Automotive Power Train Control Systems Lab
- Farm Machinery and Construction Equipment Lab
- Two and Three wheeler Service Lab
- Seminar
- Major Project
- Mathematics II
- Applied Physics II
- Environmental Science
- Engineering Mechanics
- Basic Automobile Engineering
- Communication Skills in English Lab
- Applied Physics Lab
- Engineering Mechanics Lab
- Automobile Service Lab 1
- Engineering Workshop Practice
- Heat Power Engineering
- Material Science and Strength of Materials
- Automobile Chassis and Transmission
- Community Skills in Indian knowledge system
- Diesel Engine Service Lab
- Heat Power Engineering Lab
- Mechanical Workshop IV
- Transport Management Practices
- Minor Project
- Entrepreneurship and Startup
- Electric and Hybrid Vehicles
- Automotive Vehicle and Body Control Systems
- Vehicle Body Engineering
- Engineering Projects Management
- Elementary Automobile Engineering
- Automotive Safety
- Automotive Air conditioning System
- Indian Constitution
- Advanced Vehicle Testing Lab
- Advanced CAD Lab
- Electric and Hybrid Vehicles Lab
- Automotive Vehicle and Body Control Systems Lab
- Vehicle Body Reconditioning Lab
- Major Project
Assignments are to be done from 1st to 4th semesters. At least one assignment should be done in each semester for all courses.
The external theory examination of all semesters shall be conducted by the University at the end of each semester. Internal evaluation is to be done by continuous assessment. For all courses without practical total marks of external examination is 80 and total marks of internal evaluation is 20. Marks distribution for external and internal assessments and the components for internal evaluation with their marks are shown below:
For all Courses without Practical
- Marks of external Examination: 80
- Marks of internal evaluation: 20
Components of Internal Evaluation of theory Marks
- Attendance: 5
- Assignment/Seminar/Viva: 5
- Test papers (2×5=10): 10
- Total: 20
For all Courses with Practical
- Marks for external evaluation is 60
- Marks for internal evaluation is 15.
Components of Internal Evaluation Marks
- Attendance: 5
- Assignment/Seminar/Viva: 2
- Test papers (2 x 4): 8
- Total: 15
Components Internal Evaluation of Practical
- Attendance: 2
- Test paper (1 x 4): 4
- Record: 4
- Total: 10
For Projects
- Marks of external evaluation: 80
- Marks of internal evaluation: 20
A student shall present a seminar in the 5th semester for each paper and appear for viva-voce in the 6th semester for each course.
Two test papers are to be conducted in each semester for each course. The evaluations of all components are to be published and are to be acknowledged by the candidates. All documents of internal assessments are to be kept in the college for one year and shall be made available for verification by the University.
Syllabus
Best-in-class content by leading faculty and industry leaders in the form of videos, cases and projects.
Our program sharpens your expertise in vehicle design, diagnostics, and repair techniques. Dive deep into the world of vehicular systems and master the art of automotive innovation and maintenance.
It is crafted for aspirants passionate about vehicle systems, design innovations, and the automotive industry. Dive in if you envision a career driving the future of transportation and auto-mechanics.
Affiliations & Accreditations

Government of Kerala

The International Certification Network.
Faculty

Abhijith Jacob
Head Of Department

Naveen Narayanan
Lecturer

Vishnu T S
Lecturer

Nithin Thankappan
Lab Instructor

Jerin Johnson
Lab Instructor

Mr. Sandeep V Sabu
Lecturer
Objectives and Outcomes
PEO1 | Discipline Knowledge: Will be able to apply their engineering knowledge and skills in professional engineering practices. |
PEO2 | Employability: Will be able to achieve multi-disciplinary opportunities in reputed firms. |
PEO3 | Life long learning: Will be able to acquire skills for lifelong learning. |
PSO1 | Apply the knowledge of mathematics, physics, basics of engineering disciplines, thermal sciences, fluid PSO1 mechanics and management principles for solving complex and diverse problems in the field of mechanical engineering. |
PSO2 | Mechanical engineering diploma students will be qualified to participate in design workshops and CAD- based projects. |
PSO3 | Mechanical engineering diploma students will attain knowledge in modern manufacturing technologies. |
PO1 | Basic and Discipline specific knowledge: Apply knowledge of basic mathematics, science and engineering fundamentals and engineering specialization to solve the engineering problems. |
PO2 | Problem analysis: Identify and analyse well-defined engineering problems using codified standard methods. |
PO3 | Design/development of solutions: Design solutions for well-defined technical problems and assist with the design of systems components or processes to meet specified needs. |
PO4 | Engineering Tools, Experimentation and Testing: Apply modern engineering tools and appropriate technique to conduct standard tests and measurements. Apply modern engineering tools and appropriate technique to conduct standard tests and measurements. |
PO5 | Engineering practices for society, sustainability and environment: Apply appropriate technology in context of society, sustainability, environment and ethical practices. |
PO6 | Project Management: Use engineering management principles individually, as a team member or a leader to manage projects and effectively communicate about well-defined engineering activities. |
PO7 | Life-long learning: Ability to analyse individual needs and engage in updating in the context of technological change. |
PEO1 | To develop an ability in the students to identify, formulate and solve engineering problems based on design, developments and its result analysis. |
PEO2 | Pursue a successful career in the field of Automobile Engineering with higher education or a related field utilizing his/her education and contribute to the profession as an excellent employee or as an entrepreneur. |
PEO3 | To provide students with learning environment awareness to the lifelong learning needed to professional growth with ethical responsibilities. |
PSO1 | Ability to plan, perform experiments & practices and use the results to solve engineering problems to prepare students for becoming successful Automobile Engineers |
PSO2 | To develop the students in Automotive Engineering, Thermal Engineering, Design, Manufacturing, And Electric Vehicles in line with present technology. |
PSO3 | Diploma Holders of the Automobile Engineering Program will be able to know the developments in the field of Automobile Engineering by continuously enhancing their knowledge. |
PO1 | Basic and Discipline specific knowledge: |
Apply knowledge of basic mathematics, science and engineering fundamentals and engineering specialization to solve the engineering problems. | |
PO2 | Problem analysis: |
Identify and analyse well-defined engineering problems using codified standard methods. | |
PO3 | Design/ development of solutions: |
Design solutions for well-defined technical problems and assist with the design of systems components or processes to meet specified needs. | |
PO4 | Engineering Tools, Experimentation and Testing: |
Apply modern engineering tools and appropriate technique to conduct standard tests and measurements. | |
PO5 | Engineering practices for society, sustainability and environment: |
Apply appropriate technology in context of society, sustainability, environment and ethical practices. | |
PO6 | Project Management: |
Use engineering management principles individually, as a team member or a leader to manage projects and effectively communicate about well-defined engineering activities. | |
PO7 | Life-long learning: |
Ability to analyse individual needs and engage in updating in the context of technological changes. |
Admissions
Eligibility
- The candidate shall be a citizen of India.
- The candidate shall have passed SSLC/THSLC or equivalent examination, with eligibility for higher studies.
- Candidates who have passed qualifying examination with Mathematics, English and
- A candidate who has taken more than two chances to secure eligibility for higher studies in SSLC/THSLC or equivalent examinations is not eligible for admission
- For CBSE/ICSE/Open school candidates the Marks/Grades obtained in Science is considered for calculating grade in the place of Physics and Chemistry. CBSE school candidates who have passed qualifying examination with Mathematics- Standard are only eligible to apply .
- In the case of CBSE candidates, only the certificates of Board examination shall be accepted as qualifying certificate and such candidates shall submit an undertaking. This undertaking need only be submitted by candidates who have passed CBSE Xth during the period 2010-2018
*Please refer the prospectus issued by SBTE Kerala
Two-year Lateral Entry Diploma
The candidate should satisfy all eligibility requirements mentioned in the DTE prospectus.
Minimum Eligibility: +2/VHSE candidates: Minimum score of 50% in Mathematics, Physics and other relevant mandatory subjects put together. In the case of VHSE, candidate should have separate pass in Physics, Mathematics or additional mathematics and other relevant subjects.
NCVT/SCVT/KGCE candidates: Pass with 50% aggregate marks in 2 year metric courses of NCVT/SCVT/ KGCE.Candidates will be considered for admission to any branch of Engineering and Technology.
How to Apply?
You may apply online by filling the application from the website.
Application fee of Rs.200/- also to be paid online. The application has to be accompanied with the following
documents:
- True copies (Self attested) of Mark Sheet of SSLC/HSE/CBSE/ICSE/ITI or equivalent examination.
- The original certificates should be presented to the Principal at the time of admission. They will be returned to the students only after verifications. Students are requested to keep sufficient number of attested copies of certificates for their use till such time.
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THREE-YEAR DIPLOMA
- The candidate should satisfy all eligibility requirements mentioned in the DTE prospectus for the academic year 2022-23.
- The candidate should have passed SSLC/THSLC or equivalent examination, with eligibility for higher studies.
- Candidates who have passed qualifying examination with Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry and English subjects are eligible to apply.
- For CBSE/ICSE candidates, the Marks/Grades obtained in Science is considered for calculating grade in Science, in the place of Physics and Chemistry. In the case of CBSE candidates, Mathematics should be “Standard Mathematics” and only the certificates of Board Examination shall be accepted as qualifying certificate and such candidates shall submit an Undertaking at the time of admission and a copy of the same shall be submitted along with the Application.
TWO-YEAR LATERAL ENTRY DIPLOMA
The candidate should satisfy all eligibility requirements mentioned in the DTE prospectus for the academic year 2022-23.
Minimum Eligibility: +2/VHSE candidates: Minimum score of 50% in Mathematics, Physics and other relevant mandatory subjects put together. In the case of VHSE, candidate should have separate pass in Physics, Mathematics or additional mathematics and other relevant subjects. NCVT/SCVT/KGCE candidates: Pass with 50% aggregate marks in 2 year metric courses of NCVT/SCVT/KGCE. Candidates will be considered for admission to any branch of Engineering and Technology.
How to Apply?
You may apply online by filling the application from the website.
www.polyadmission.org org for regular admission and let for lateral entry admission.
True copies (Self attested) of Mark Sheet of SSLC/HSE/CBSE/ICSE/ITI or equivalent examination.
The original certificates should be presented to the Principal at the time of admission. It will be returned to the students only after verifications. Students are requested to keep sufficient number of attested copies of certificates for their use till such time.
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