Machines rule the world today. They have become so indispensable a part of our lives, be it in home or
in office, we simply take them for granted. From wrist watches to tower clocks, from toy cars to
concords, from electric shavers to earth movers, from car jacks to derrick cranes, from coffee machines
to concrete mixers, from simple motors to tunnel borers, and, as well, in almost endless list of
applications their presence is pervasive and their use inevitable. The discipline of Mechanical
Engineering encompasses all the theoretical input needed to design machines, from Principle of Lever to
Theory of Machines, and all allied concepts and practice, from electricity and thermodynamics to welding
and numerical controls, needed to design new machines.
Machines have become more sophisticated in features and appearance, absorbing every new discovery and
technology in the discipline of mechanical engineering and allied fields. The Mechanical engineers have
always faced interesting challenges to design new machines and devices to unique and emerging situations
and have always come up with wonderful innovations like porklines and nanocars.
The Department of Mechanical Engineering in Sudharsan Engineering College teaches and trains its
students to meet all kinds of field challenges with technical confidence. The department keeps acquiring
latest machines and instruments every year to add to its already complete training stock in the
workshops and laboratories. The faculty members are amply qualified and well-experienced in industry.
They ensure that their students receive industrial relevant knowledge and training along with curricular
fulfillment.
To develop the department into an advance center of learning by synergizing teaching, learning and research to produce competent Mechanical Engineers with an exposure to interdisciplinary engineering knowledge.
Produce job ready engineers in the field of production, design, thermal, industrial and automation engineering by imparting basic sciences and engineering education. Nurture student with creativeness, innovativeness and entrepreneurship skills to develop out-of-the-box thinking respond effectively to the needs of the industry and the ever changing world scenario. Conduct high quality research, provide industrial consultancy and offer state of art undergraduate programme.
At Sudharsan Engineering College, we believe in nurturing the next generation of innovators, problem-solvers, and leaders. Established with a vision to deliver world-class technical education, the college.
The Makerspace Laboratory is designed to foster innovation and hands-on learning through project- based activities. Students work individually and in teams to conceptualize, design, and fabricate prototypes using tools such as 3D printers, laser cutters, CNC machines, microcontrollers, and electronic workbenches. The course emphasizes design thinking, iterative development, teamwork, and real-world problem solving.
| Major Equipments | |
|---|---|
| Wood cutting machine | Arc welding unit |
| Gas welding unit | Lathe machines |
| Drilling machines | Air-conditioner unit |
The Manufacturing Technology Laboratory is designed to develop practical competence in manufacturing processes and machine tools. Students perform experiments on conventional machining operations such as turning, milling, drilling, shaping, and grinding, along with exposure to advanced manufacturing techniques. Emphasis is placed on process planning, material selection, dimensional accuracy, surface finish, and adherence to safety standards.
| Major Equipments | |
|---|---|
| Centre lathes | Horizontal milling machine |
| Surface grinding machine | Cylindrical grinding machine |
| Radial drilling machine | Gear hobbing machine |
| Planning machine | Power hacksaw machine |
| Pillar drilling machine | Capstan & Turret lathe |
| Slotting machine | EDM machine |
| Bench grinding machine |
The Thermal Engineering Laboratory is designed to develop experimental skills and analytical ability in thermal sciences. Students conduct experiments on internal combustion engines, refrigeration and air-conditioning systems, boilers, turbines, compressors, and heat transfer apparatus. Emphasis is placed on data acquisition, performance analysis, energy balance, and comparison of experimental results with theoretical predictions.
| Major Equipments | |
|---|---|
| 4 stroke Diesel engine with electrical loading (DAS) | 4 stroke Diesel engine with mechanical loading |
| Single cylinder Petrol engine | Steam boiler with turbine setup |
| Rotary air compressor | Single stage / Two stage air compressor |
| Air blower test rig | Steam power plant test rig |
| 4 stroke single cylinder petrol engine | Air conditioning test rig |
| Refrigeration test rig | Guarded plate apparatus |
| Lagged pipe apparatus | Natural & Forced convection – Pinfin |
| Stefan-Boltzmann apparatus | Insulating powder apparatus |
| Parallel/counter flow heat exchanger apparatus | Composite wall apparatus |
| Emissivity apparatus |
The Dynamics Laboratory is designed to strengthen students’ understanding of dynamic behavior in mechanical systems. Experiments focus on rectilinear and curvilinear motion, rotating systems, impact, friction, and mechanical vibrations. Students gain experience in data measurement, analysis, and interpretation while correlating experimental results with theoretical models.
| Major Equipments | |
|---|---|
| Cam follower setup | Motorised gyroscope |
| Govenor apparatus - Watt, Porter, Proell and Hartnell governors | Whirling of shaft apparatus |
| Dynamic balancing machine | Two rotor vibration setup |
| Spring mass vibration system | Torsional Vibration of single rotor system setup |
| Turn table apparatus | Transverse vibration setup of cantilever |
The CAD / CAM Laboratory is designed to develop proficiency in design modeling, drafting standards, and manufacturing automation. Students work with CAD tools to produce 2D drawings and 3D solid models, perform basic analysis, and generate CAM data such as tool paths and NC codes. Emphasis is placed on design accuracy, modeling best practices, and integration with CNC machining processes.
| Major Equipments | |
|---|---|
| CNC Trainer | Lathe |
| CNC Trainer | Mill |
| Personal Computers | 35 Qty |
| Autodesk Fusion | 360 |
| Solid Works | 2023 |
The Strength of Materials Laboratory is designed to develop experimental and analytical skills in material mechanics. Students perform tests to determine mechanical properties such as Young’s modulus, yield strength, ultimate strength, hardness, and impact resistance. Emphasis is placed on safe testing procedures, accurate measurement, data analysis, and comparison of experimental results with theoretical predictions.
| Major Equipments | |
|---|---|
| Universal Testing Machine (40 Ton) | B.H. Testing Machine |
| Muffle Furnace | Impact Testing Machine (300J) |
| R.H. Testing Machine |
The Fluid Mechanics and Machinery Laboratory is designed to develop experimental skills in analyzing fluid flow systems and hydraulic machines. Students conduct experiments on flow measurement devices, pipe flow, open channel flow, and hydraulic machines such as pumps and turbines. Emphasis is placed on data collection, performance characteristics, efficiency determination, and comparison of experimental results with theoretical predictions.
| Major Equipments | |
|---|---|
| Pelton wheel | Variable speed multistage centrifugal pump |
| Wind Tunnel Open circuit | Francis Turbine |
| Jet pump | Gear oil pump |
The Metrology and Measurements Laboratory is designed to develop competence in the use of mechanical and electronic measuring instruments. Students perform experiments involving linear and angular measurements, surface roughness evaluation, gear and thread inspection, and gauge calibration. Emphasis is placed on accuracy, repeatability, error analysis, and adherence to international measurement standards.
| Major Equipments | |
|---|---|
| Auto collimator | Gear concentricity tester with Dial attachment |
| Pneumatic comparator | Toolmaker’s microscope |
| Profile projector |
The Mechatronics Laboratory is designed to develop competence in system integration and automation. Students perform experiments involving transducers, signal conditioning, microcontroller-based control, PLCs, pneumatic and hydraulic systems, and electromechanical drives. Emphasis is placed on interfacing, programming, system modeling, and real-time control.
| Major Equipments | |
|---|---|
| Pneumatic Trainer system | Control system |
| Design and Testing of Fluid Power | Computerized Data Logging Wire |
| Servo Controller Interfacing |
Mechanical Engineers require a solid understanding of key concepts including mechanics, kinematics, thermodynamics, energy and manufacturing. They use these principles in the design and analysis of automobiles, aircraft, heating and cooling systems, buildings and bridges, industrial equipment & machinery, and many more. The Library exhibit inside the Mechanical Engineering Department has been played a vital role to assist student for fulfilling their demand of knowledge. It consist all books which are adverted as per Anna University syllabus.
To assists the improvement of student knowledge Department Library consist over 300 books which covers the syllabus of Anna University, Chennai. Also the Library having important books for reference.
Department Library plays a vital role to provide vast knowledge to students to upgrade their technical points via National and International Journals. It has around 100 national and international journals to facilitate to enrich students analytical skills for their final year projects and mini projects.
Students are encouraged by e-teaching through Aakash Tablets. The idea is motivated by IIT-Bombay via Aakash Project. Most of the students has been worked out their subject related works via Aakash tablets and over 50 types of CD's VCD's. Students were provided over 100 tablets for their academic purpose in Mechanical Engineering Department.
Apart from that, Department library having over 500 no.of project thesisfor stimulating students technical knowledge to help innovative project related thoughts. Also it having previous university question papers for 5 years to help students to score good marks in University Examination.
| Books | Journals | CDs, VCDs, Multimedia | Others | ||
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| Title | Volume | National | International | ||
| 50 | 502 | --- | --- | 02 |
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| Title | Cost ₹ | Sanctioned by |
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| Modernization of Foundry Laboratory | 8.6 lakhs | AICTE, New Delhi |
| Modernization of Welding Laboratory | 8.1 lakhs | AICTE, New Delhi |
| Seminar Grant on " GUIDELINES TO CARRY OUT SPONSORED RESEARCH PROJECTS AND PUBLICATIONS " | 0.5 lakhs | AICTE, New Delhi |
| Seminar grant on Composite materials | 5.0 lakhs | AICTE, New Delhi |
| Seminar grant on NEMS | 2.0 lakhs | AICTE, New Delhi |
| National conference on "Recent advances in manufacturing and materials processing" | 2.7 lakhs | CSIR, New Delhi |
| Friction stir welding of Al-6061 TiB2/ZrB2 in-situ metal matrix composite | 0.15 lakhs | TNSCST, Chennai |
| Experimental study of drilling aluminum-fly ash metal matrix composite | 0.16 lakhs | TNSCST, Chennai |
| Thermal conductivity study on Al-Al2o3 metal matrix composite | 0.25 lakhs | TNSCST, Chennai |
| Design and fabrication of modified solar distillation process | 0.25 lakhs | TNSCST, Chennai |
| Green Supply Chain management Strategies for Sustainable Production and Environment | 0.77 lakhs | MOEF, New Delhi |
| Modernization of Dynamics Laboratory | 1.5 lakhs | AICTE-RFID New Delhi |
| Integration of CAD, CAM and NC with step-NC | 7 lakhs | Amphicore Private Limited |
| Title | Cost ₹ | Sanctioned by |
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| Friction stir welding of AA2219 reinforced with hybrid TiB2/ZrB2 | 10 lakhs | DST, Fast Track |
| S.No. | Name Of The Faculty | Designation | Qualification | Photos |
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| 1 | MR.ARUNPRASAD.M | ASSISTANT PROFESSOR & HEAD OF THE DEPARTMENT | B.E PRODUCTION ENGINEERING M.E MANUFACTURING ENGINEERING (PH.D) METAL FORMING |
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| 2 | MR.THIRUMAVALAVAN.R | ASSOCIATE PROFESSOR | B.E. – MECHANICAL ENGINEERING M.E. – PRODUCTION ENGINEERING (PH.D) MATERIAL SCIENCE |
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| 3 | MR.VINOTH RAJ.D | ASSISTANT PROFESSOR | B.E AERONAUTICAL ENGINEERING M.E THERMAL ENGINEERING (PH.D) REFRIGERATION SYSTEM |
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| 4 | MR.UMASEELAN.P | ASSISTANT PROFESSOR | B.E MECHANICAL ENGINEERING M.E ENGINEERING DESIGN (PH.D) SOLAR ENERGY |
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| 5 | MR.MANIVANNAN.P | ASSISTANT PROFESSOR | B.E MECHANICAL ENGINEERING M.E THERMAL ENGINEERING |
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| 6 | MR.GUNASEKAR.D | ASSISTANT PROFESSOR | B.E PRODUCTION ENGINEERING M.E MANUFACTURING ENGINEERING |
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| 7 | MR.KEERTHIVASAN.P | ASSISTANT PROFESSOR | B.E MECHANICAL ENGINEERING M.E CAD/CAM (PH.D) MATERIAL SCIENCE |
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