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Annexure I: Knowledge and Attitude Profile (WK)
WK1: A systematic, theory-based understanding of the natural sciences applicable to the
discipline and awareness of relevant social sciences.
WK2: Conceptually-based mathematics, numerical analysis, data analysis, statistics and
formal aspects of computer and information science to support detailed analysis and
modelling applicable to the discipline.
WK3: A systematic, theory-based formulation of engineering fundamentals required in the
engineering discipline.
WK4: Engineering specialist knowledge that provides theoretical frameworks and bodies of
knowledge for the accepted practice areas in the engineering discipline; much is at the
forefront of the discipline.
WK5: Knowledge, including efficient resource use, environmental impacts, whole-life cost,re-
use of resources, net zero carbon, and similar concepts, that supports engineering
design and operations in a practice area.
WK6: Knowledge of engineering practice (technology) in the practice areas in the engineering
discipline.
WK7: Knowledge of the role of engineering in society and identified issues in engineering
practice in the discipline, such as the professional responsibility of an engineer to public
safety and sustainable development.
WK8: Engagement with selected knowledge in the current research literature of the discipline,
awareness of the power of critical thinking and creative approaches to evaluate
emerging issues.
WK9: Ethics, inclusive behavior and conduct. Knowledge of professional ethics,
responsibilities, and norms of engineering practice. Awareness of the need for diversity
by reason of ethnicity, gender, age, physical ability etc. with mutual understanding
and respect, and of inclusive attitudes.
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Annexure-II: Program Outcomes (POs)
PO1: Engineering Knowledge: Apply knowledge of mathematics, natural science,
computing, engineering fundamentals and an engineering specialization as specified
in WK1 to WK4 respectively to develop to the solution of complex engineering
problems.
PO2: Problem Analysis: Identify, formulate, review research literature and analyze
complex engineering problems reaching substantiated conclusions with consideration
for sustainable development. (WK1 to WK4)
PO3: Design/Development of Solutions: Design creative solutions for complex
engineering problems and design/develop systems/components/processes to meet
identified needs with consideration for the public health and safety, whole-life cost,
net zero carbon, culture, society and environment as required. (WK5)
PO4: Conduct Investigations of Complex Problems: Conduct investigations of complex
engineering problems using research-based knowledge including design of
experiments, modelling, analysis & interpretation of data to provide valid conclusions.
(WK8).
PO5: Engineering Tool Usage: Create, select and apply appropriate techniques, resources
and modern engineering & IT tools, including prediction and modelling recognizing
their limitations to solve complex engineering problems. (WK2 and WK6)
PO6: The Engineer and The World: Analyze and evaluate societal and environmental
aspects while solving complex engineering problems for its impact on sustainability
with reference to economy, health, safety, legal framework, culture and environment.
(WK1, WK5, and WK7).
PO7: Ethics: Apply ethical principles and commit to professional ethics, human values,
diversity and inclusion; adhere to national & international laws. (WK9)
PO8: Individual and Collaborative Team work: Function effectively as an individual, and
as a member or leader in diverse/multi-disciplinary teams.
PO9: Communication: Communicate effectively and inclusively within the engineering
community and society at large, such as being able to comprehend and write effective
reports and design documentation, make effective presentations considering cultural,
language, and learning differences
PO10: Project Management and Finance: Apply knowledge and understanding of
engineering management principles and economic decision-making and apply these to
multidisciplinary environments.
PO11: Life-Long Learning: Recognize the need for, and have the preparation and ability for
i) independent and life-long learning ii) adaptability to new and emerging technologies
and iii) critical thinking in the broadest context of technological change. (WK8)
Program Specific Outcomes (PSOs) up to 2-3.
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