BARC OCES Civil Engineering Syllabus

BARC OCES Civil Engineering: topic-wise syllabus

1. 1

   Engineering Mathematics

   ~8 marks

   • Linear Algebra — Matrices, Determinants, Eigenvalues, Eigenvectors, Cayley-Hamilton Theorem
   • Calculus — Limits, Continuity, Derivatives, Integrals, Vector Calculus, Gradient, Divergence, Curl
   • Differential Equations — ODEs & PDEs, Laplace Transforms, Series Solutions
   • Probability & Statistics — Central Tendency, Dispersion, Distributions, Sampling
   • Numerical Methods — Interpolation, Integration, Newton-Raphson, Euler, Runge-Kutta
2. 2

   Structural Engineering

   ~18 marks

   • Structural Analysis — Determinate & Indeterminate Structures, Slope Deflection, Moment Distribution
   • Matrix Methods — Flexibility & Stiffness Method, Direct Stiffness Method for Frames/Trusses
   • RCC Design — Working Stress & Limit State Methods, Beams, Slabs, Columns, Foundations, Footings
   • Steel Design — Tension/Compression/Bending Members, Connections, Plate Girder, Column Base
   • Prestressed Concrete — Pre-tensioning, Post-tensioning, Losses, Analysis & Design
   • Masonry Structures — Design of Brick/Stone Walls, Columns, Lateral Loads
   • Structural Dynamics — Free/Forced Vibration, Single/Multi DOF, Earthquake Analysis
   • Influence Lines — ILD for Determinate & Indeterminate Structures
   • Plastic Analysis — Plastic Hinge, Collapse Mechanism, Plastic Moment Distribution
   • Design Codes — IS 456, IS 800, IS 1893, IS 13920, IS 875
3. 3

   Geotechnical Engineering

   ~12 marks

   • Soil Mechanics — Phase Relations, Index Properties, Classification, Permeability, Seepage, Effective Stress
   • Compaction & Consolidation — Proctor Test, OMC, MDD, Consolidation Theory, Settlement Analysis
   • Shear Strength — Mohr-Coulomb, Triaxial, Direct Shear, UCC Test, Pore Pressure Parameters
   • Foundation Engineering — Bearing Capacity, Shallow/Deep Foundations, Pile Foundations, Well Foundations
   • Earth Pressure — Rankine, Coulomb, Retaining Walls, Sheet Piles, Braced Cuts
   • Slope Stability — Infinite/Finite Slopes, Method of Slices, Bishop's Method, Stability Numbers
   • Soil Exploration — Boring, Sampling, SPT, CPT, Geophysical Methods, Bore Logs
   • Ground Improvement — Vibro-compaction, Stone Columns, Sand Drains, Geosynthetics
4. 4

   Water Resources Engineering

   ~10 marks

   • Hydrology — Hydrologic Cycle, Precipitation, Evaporation, Infiltration, Runoff, Hydrographs
   • Fluid Mechanics — Hydrostatics, Kinematics, Bernoulli, Momentum, Boundary Layer, Pipe Flow
   • Open Channel Flow — Chezy, Manning, Specific Energy, Hydraulic Jump, Gradually Varied Flow
   • Irrigation — Water Requirements, Canal Design, Lining, Water Logging, Drainage
   • Dams & Spillways — Gravity Dams, Earth Dams, Arch Dams, Spillway Design, Energy Dissipation
   • Flood Control — Flood Routing, Reservoir Operations, Flood Forecasting
   • Hydraulic Structures — Weirs, Barrages, Head Regulators, Cross-Drainage Works, Flow Measurement
5. 5

   Environmental Engineering

   ~10 marks

   • Water Treatment — Aeration, Coagulation, Sedimentation, Filtration, Disinfection, Fluoridation
   • Wastewater Treatment — Primary, Secondary, Tertiary, Activated Sludge, Trickling Filter, UASB, Oxidation Pond
   • Air Pollution — Sources, Classification, Dispersion, Control Equipment (Cyclone, ESP, Bag Filter, Scrubber)
   • Solid Waste Management — Collection, Transfer, Processing, Landfill, Composting, Incineration, Recycling
   • Water Quality — BOD, COD, DO, TDS, Standards, IS 10500, CPCB Norms
   • Environmental Impact Assessment — EIA Process, Prediction, Mitigation, Environmental Clearance
   • Noise Pollution — Sources, Measurement, Control, Standards
   • Radiological Safety — Radiation Sources, Effects, Shielding, Waste Disposal (Nuclear Applications)
6. 6

   Transportation Engineering

   ~10 marks

   • Highway Engineering — Alignment, Geometric Design, Cross-section, Sight Distance, Superelevation
   • Pavement Design — Flexible & Rigid Pavements, IRC Design Guidelines, CBR Method, Westergaard
   • Traffic Engineering — Volume, Speed, Density, Capacity, PCU, Signal Design, Intersection Design
   • Pavement Materials — Aggregates, Bitumen, Asphalt Mix Design (Marshall), Cement Concrete
   • Railway Engineering — Gauges, Rails, Sleepers, Ballast, Geometric Design, Points & Crossings
   • Bridge Engineering — Classification, Loads, IRC Loads, Substructure, Foundation
   • Surveying — Chain, Compass, Levelling, Theodolite, Total Station, GPS, GIS, Remote Sensing
7. 7

   Construction & Project Management

   ~7 marks

   • Construction Technology — Formwork, Concreting, Earthwork, Equipment, Quality Control
   • Project Management — CPM, PERT, Resource Scheduling, Crashing, Cost Control
   • Contracts & Tenders — Types, Bidding, FIDIC, Arbitration, Valuation
   • Construction Safety — PPE, Scaffolding, Excavation Safety, Fall Protection
   • Estimation & Costing — Quantity Estimation, Rate Analysis, Specifications, Tendering