Last Updated on July 27, 2023 by Vishnu Nambiar
In this article, we will have an in-depth analysis of M.E./M.Tech. Automobile Engineering. It is a 2 years long Post Graduate Level program. In this article, you will find information such as basic course details, course duration, eligibility criteria, important subjects present, course structure, scope and job opportunities available.
Mechanical or Automobile Engineering Graduates, who have an interest in specializing in the field of Automobile manufacturing, Designing, Testing and Research work may pursue this M.E./M.Tech. course. Let us check out the basic course details as well as course duration details.
M.E./M.Tech. Automobile Engineering: Basic course details
It is a 2 years long Post Graduate Level program. The 2 years’ duration is divided into 4 semesters, with each semester lasting a period of 6 months. During each semester, students will have to face separate sets of theoretical classes as well as practical sessions associated with those subjects. In case of final two semesters, along with elective subjects and practical, project work and thesis will take an important place in the course structure.
M.E./M.Tech. Automobile Engineering program deals primarily with topics such as Automobile Designing, Manufacturing and Maintenance. Also, importance is given to research work as well as use of Computers in Automobile Designing. Some other important topics are- electrical and electronics systems used in Automobiles, tools and parts.
To get a better idea about the course structure, let us take a look at a list of important subjects present in M.E./M.Tech. Automobile Engineering program.
M.E./M.Tech. Automobile Engineering: Important subjects present
Note that only list of important subjects have been given. This has been done so that readers may get a better idea about the course structure.
- I.C. Engine
- Automobile Engineering
- Heat Transfer and Thermodynamics
- Fluid Mechanics
- Gas Dynamics
- Communication Skills
- Research Skills
- Instrumentation and Automation
- Vehicle Testing and Safety Management
- Safety Engineering
- Management
- Alternate Fuels
- Electrical and Electronic Systems
- Computer Aided Graphics and Design
- Automobile Refrigeration
- Vehicle Design
- Vehicle Dynamics
- Chassis and Body Engineering
- Automobile Repairing
- Automobile Maintenance
- Combustion Engineering
- Diesel Engine
Some of the above mentioned subjects are elective ones. Based on their selection, the specialization area may differ. Also, in case of last two semesters, theory part consists mostly of elective subjects only. Large chunk of time will be devoted towards thesis as well as Project work.
Eligibility Criteria
Since this is a PG course, Bachelor’s Degree is required to pursue this course. Bachelor’s Degree in B.E./B.Tech. Mechanical/Automobile Engineering or other relevant Engineering Branch is required to be able to pursue this course. In case of some Institutes and Colleges, candidates must have taken part on GATE entrance examination to be considered eligible to take part in the admission process!
Scope, Salary and Job opportunities
Automobile manufacturing and designing firms are the prime recruiters. Also, manufacturing units that supplies engines, parts, tools, electrical and electronics systems to the above mentioned firms also recruits M.E./M.Tech. Automobile Engineering Graduates. Some job posts available in the above mentioned sectors are-
- Automobile Engineer
- Design Engineer
- Material Processing Specialist
- Safety Testing Specialist
- Material purchase manager
- Quality Control Executive
- Research and Development Engineer
One may also take up the post of a Lecturer in Government or Private Engineering as well as Technical Colleges. Taking up PhD course will help one build a career in the Research and Development sector associated with this field. Starting salary depends on different factors such as- nature of job (teaching, Manufacturing plant jobs, R&D sector etc). On an average, it is between 4-6 Lakh Rupees per year, when talking about manufacturing plant jobs in India.
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