Course Code
CHE102
Course Name
Engineering Chemistry
Credits
4 (L:3 · T:1 · P:0)
Marks
30 Internal · 70 External
Contact Hours/week
4 hrs
Credit Formula
1 credit = 30 hrs (Theory)
Total Hours
120 hrs (4 × 30)
Semester
I / II · 2026 Even
🎯 Course Objective
The Engineering Chemistry course aims to equip students with comprehensive understanding of traditional and modern chemical principles relevant to engineering applications, exploring Indian chemical knowledge systems while developing proficiency in water chemistry, advanced materials (including green chemistry, liquid crystals, and nanomaterials), and polymer chemistry with spectroscopic characterization techniques. Students will gain foundational knowledge in conventional and alternative energy sources, including fuels, combustion processes, and biogas production, with emphasis on their industrial applications and environmental implications. Through this multifaceted approach, the course develops analytical skills and chemical knowledge essential for addressing engineering challenges while fostering appreciation of chemistry's role in sustainable development.
🌍 UN Sustainable Development Goals
SDG 4 · Quality Education
SDG 6 · Clean Water & Sanitation
SDG 7 · Affordable & Clean Energy
SDG 9 · Industry, Innovation & Infrastructure
SDG 11 · Sustainable Cities
SDG 12 · Responsible Consumption
SDG 13 · Climate Action
SDG 14 & 15 · Life Below Water & Land
📌 Course Outcomes (COs)
| CO | Description |
|---|---|
| CO-1 | Understand and appreciate the contributions of ancient Indian knowledge systems to chemistry, including metallurgy, dyes, pigments, and medicinal chemistry, demonstrating an understanding of the historical context of chemical science development. |
| CO-2 | Apply principles of water chemistry to evaluate water quality, identify appropriate water treatment methods, and solve problems related to industrial water systems, including hardness determination and water softening processes. |
| CO-3 | Explain the principles of green chemistry and advanced materials (liquid crystals, fullerenes, nanomaterials) and evaluate their applications, preparation methods, and environmental impact in modern engineering contexts. |
| CO-4 | Analyze the structure, properties, preparation, and applications of various polymer materials, with emphasis on their industrial significance, biodegradability, and environmental implications. |
| CO-5 | Apply principles of stereochemistry to organic compounds and interpret spectroscopic data (UV, IR, NMR) to determine molecular structures and properties, including solving numerical problems related to spectroscopy. |
| CO-6 | Evaluate conventional and non-conventional energy sources, including calculation of calorific values and analysis of biogas production processes, with consideration of their environmental impact and sustainability. |
✅ Prerequisites
- Knowledge of chemistry at the level of 10+2 Standard (CBSE)
- Knowledge of mathematics at the level of 10th Standard (CBSE)
- Knowledge of algebraic operations (manipulating equations, solving linear equations, etc.)
📚 Syllabus – Module-wise
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- Introduction to Indian Knowledge System (IKS)
- Knowledge tradition of Indian Chemistry
- Ancient Indian chemists and their works: Nagarjuna, Vagbhata, Govindacharya, Yashodhara, Ramchandra, Somadeva, etc.
- Chemical techniques in ancient India: General Introduction
- Contribution of ancient Indian scientists in chemistry: Metallurgy
- Contribution in Dyes, Pigments, and Cosmetics
- Ayurveda and medicinal chemistry
- Charak Sanhita – chemical significance
- Introduction and specifications of water
- Hardness and its determination (EDTA method only)
- Alkalinity of water
- Caustic embrittlement
- Boiler feed water and boiler problems: scale, sludge
- Conditioning: Carbonate & phosphate conditioning, colloidal conditioning & calgon treatment
- Water softening – Lime–Soda process
- Water softening – Ion exchange method
- Water softening – Zeolite method
- Water for domestic use
- Green Chemistry: Introduction and 12 Principles of Green Chemistry
- Importance of green synthesis and chemicals
- Green synthesis vs conventional synthesis: Adipic Acid, Paracetamol
- Impact of green chemistry on environment & society
- Liquid Crystals: Introduction, Types (thermotropic, lyotropic), and Applications
- Industrially important materials used as liquid crystals
- Graphite and Fullerene: Introduction, Structure, and Applications
- Nanomaterials: Introduction, Preparation methods
- Characteristics of nanomaterials and their applications
- Carbon Nano Tubes (CNT) – structure and applications
- Polymers: Classification and Nomenclature
- Polymerization processes: Addition, Condensation, Coordination
- Thermosetting and Thermoplastic Polymers – differences and examples
- Polymer Blends and Composites
- Conducting Polymers and their applications
- Biodegradable Polymers
- Preparation, properties, and industrial applications of: Teflon, Lucite, Bakelite, Kevlar, Dacron, Thiokol, Nylon, Buna-N, Buna-S
- Environmental impact of polymers on society
- Structure of organic compounds
- Stereochemistry: Optical isomerism – chirality, enantiomers, diastereomers
- Geometrical isomerism – cis/trans, E/Z notation
- Conformation of Ethane and Butane (Newman projections)
- Principles of Spectroscopy: Introduction and Laws of Absorbance (Beer-Lambert Law)
- UV Spectroscopy: Principle, instrumentation, and applications
- IR Spectroscopy: Principle, instrumentation, characteristic absorption bands, and applications
- NMR Spectroscopy: Principle, chemical shift, spin-spin coupling, and applications
- Simple numerical problems on UV, IR, NMR spectroscopy
- Fuels and Combustion: Definition and Classification of fuels
- Characteristics of a good fuel
- Calorific Values: Gross (GCV) & Net calorific value (NCV)
- Determination of calorific value by Bomb Calorimeter
- Theoretical calculation of calorific value by Dulong's method
- Nonconventional Energy: Biogas – definition and significance
- Chemistry of Biogas production from organic waste materials (anaerobic digestion)
- Environmental impact of biogas on society
🎓 Teaching Pedagogy
| Code | Pedagogy |
|---|---|
| T1 | Classroom Teaching (White Board), Power Point Presentations, Interactive Learning, Inquiry Based Teaching |
| T2 | Seminars / Quiz / Assignments / Oral Viva Voce examination / Flip Class |
🛠 Assessment Tools
| Code | Tool | Code | Tool |
|---|---|---|---|
| AT1-1 | Conceptual Understanding | AT2-1 | Quiz |
| AT1-2 | Class Discussion / Peer Teaching | AT2-2 | Midterm Exams |
| AT1-3 | Poster / Chart Presentation | AT2-3 | Seminar Presentation |
| AT1-4 | Diagram / Process Analysis | AT2-4 | Assignments / Case Studies |
| AT1-5 | Theoretical Application | AT2-5 | Oral Viva-Voce Examination |
📊 Assessment Plan
| Component | Description | Code | Weightage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Continuous Internal | Mid Term Exam | CT | 15% |
| Continuous Internal | Home Assignment / Seminar / Viva-Voce / Quiz | S/HA/V/Q | 10% |
| Attendance | Minimum 75% attendance (25% dispensation includes all leave types) | A | 5% |
| End Semester | End Semester Examination | ESE | 70% |
| Total | 100% | ||
🔗 Course Articulation Matrix (CO–PO Mapping)
3 = Strongly related · 2 = Moderately related · 1 = Weakly related · – = No correlation
| CO | PO1 | PO2 | PO3 | PO4 | PO5 | PO6 | PO7 | PO8 | PO9 | PO10 | PO11 | PO12 | PSO1 | PSO2 | PSO3 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CO-1 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 1 | – | 3 | 1 | 2 | 1 | 1 | – | 3 | – | – | – |
| CO-2 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 2 | 2 | 3 | 3 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 2 | – | – | – |
| CO-3 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 3 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 3 | – | – | – |
| CO-4 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 3 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 2 | – | – | – |
| CO-5 | 3 | 3 | 2 | 3 | 3 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | – | 2 | – | – | – |
| CO-6 | 3 | 3 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 3 | 3 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 2 | – | – | – |
💡 Additional Resources (Value Addition)
- Molecular models demonstrating stereochemistry concepts
- Analyze and compare various fuel sources
- Enhance technical writing and presentation skills specific to chemistry
Remedial classes for slow learners: As per the AUMP SOP for Slow & Advanced Learners.
📚 Suggested Reading
Textbooks
- Rattan, S. Engineering Chemistry. Arihant Publication. ISBN: 8190691910
- Mohan, J. (2004). Organic Spectroscopy: Principles and Applications. Alpha Science. ISBN: 9780849339523
- Jain, P.; Jain. Engineering Chemistry (2020). Dhanpat Rai Publishing. ISBN: 978-9352165728
Reference Books
- Keeler, J., De Paula, J., Atkins, P. W. (2018). Atkins' Physical Chemistry. Oxford University Press. ISBN: 9780198814740
- Vollhardt, P., Schore, N. (2018). Organic Chemistry: Structure and Function. Macmillan Learning. ISBN: 9781319187712
- Plane, R. A., Sienko, M. J. (1979). Chemistry: Principles and Applications. McGraw-Hill. ISBN: 9780070573215