Swayam Civil Engineering Courses & Certifications

The Air Pollution and Control certification by IIT Roorkee is a 12-week online course. This online certification course is aimed at providing learners with the knowledge and understanding of the causes and effects of air pollution and their controlling mechanisms. The Air Pollution and Control certification syllabus will equip students with an in-depth understanding of air pollutants, pollution inventory and modelling. Through this online course from IIT Roorkee, students will also learn the impacts of air pollution on various aspects such as human health, policy and a variety of contemporary technological innovations for the betterment of air quality.

The Air Pollution and Control online course includes a total of three credit points and is delivered via Swayam. Undergraduate and postgraduate students can enrol in this online certification course and find opportunities in industries dealing with emissions and air pollution control. The Air Pollution and Control classes will be delivered online by expert faculty.

The Retrofitting and Rehabilitation of Civil Infrastructure training course is a 3-month online course. The Retrofitting and Rehabilitation of Civil Infrastructure certification syllabus was developed by the IIT Kharagpur, however, Swayam is the platform that offers the course, and the IIM and NPTEL are the organizations that issue the certificate.

The Retrofitting and Rehabilitation of Civil Infrastructure certification course belongs to the elective program, which gives us a detailed understanding of various methods of repair, rehabilitation, and retrofitting techniques for masonry and concrete conditions in infrastructures. In this course, the materials for repair and retrofitting and the maintenance and strengthening techniques are also covered.

This course is suitable for all civil engineering design and consulting firms, material manufacturers, and construction companies related to concrete technology; most companies allow this course for practical applications. This certificate course is explained by Professor Swathi Maitra and Professor Sriman Kumar Bhattacharyya.

Nations are competing to build new construction marvels. The boom in the construction industry accelerated the research and introduction of the latest tools and materials in the sector. If you are from a civil engineering background or anyone who wants to learn the new and modern materials used in construction, join the Modern Construction Materials that is offered jointly by   IIT Madras and Swayam. 

Modern Construction Materials Certification Course prolongs 12 weeks. The online programme has the recognition and approval of the All India Council for Technical Education (AICTE). Though the online programme is offered by Swayam free of cost, an exam fee of Rs. 1000  is to be paid by the learners to appear for the certification qualifying examination. 

Modern Construction Materials online course is led by Prof. Ravindra Gettu who is a faculty member of IIT Madras. Swayam stipulates that the learners must have the knowledge and understanding of architecture and civil engineering to be eligible for enrolling in the online programme.  

The Surface Water Hydrology Certification Course is a three-month online program. This online course’s syllabus is created and decided upon by the IIT Kharagpur, but the course is delivered via the Swayam platform, and the Indian Institute of Technology Kharagpur and NPTEL are responsible for awarding certificates for this course.

This Surface Water Hydrology training belongs to the core program section, which deals with the concept of the global hydrological cycle. This course is divided into three main modules: hydrological analysis, hydrological processes, and hydrological design, in order to provide a thorough learning strategy.

There will be an explanation of the relevant theoretical principles for each process, their physical modeling, and their actual measuring setups. More practical uses for hydrological design principles are developed and described. Prof. Rajib Maity explains this certificate course.

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The Traffic Engineering certification course is a three months online program. The syllabus for this course was designed and created by IIT Kharagpur, but it is delivered via the Swayam platform and the Indian Institute of Technology (Kharagpur), and NPTEL awards the certificate for this course.

The Traffic Engineering training belongs to the core program section, which deals with the fundamentals of the concept of traffic congestion. Traffic congestion has developed into a significant urban disease in the modern period of urbanization, especially in developing nations like India. Due to increased travel times, traffic accidents, fuel consumption, excessive exhaust emissions, etc., any city's growth and sustainable development may be affected

This course will help in capacity building amongst master students, policymakers, practitioners, etc. to understand the traffic engineer’s role in all relevant dimensions and develop strategies, programs, and projects accordingly. Prof. Bhargab Maitra explains this certificate course.

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The Engineering Hydrology certification course is a 3 months online program. This Engineering Hydrology Certification syllabus is decided and made up by the IIT Guwahati, but the course is offered through the platform of Swayam, and this course certificate is granted by the institutions of NPTEL and the Indian Institute of Management Guwahati. 

The  Engineering Hydrology training belongs to the core program section, which deals with water's complex interaction and pathways connecting the hydrosphere, atmosphere, and lithosphere. Here the course will give us an idea of how hydrological science is mathematically quantified for engineering applications to manage water resources. Professor Dr. Sreeja Pekkat explains this certificate course.

The  Groundwater Hydrology and Management certification course is a three-month online program. The syllabus for this course is determined and created by IIT Bombay, and it is given through the Swayam platform. NPTEL and the Indian Institute of Management award the course certificate.

The core program component that addresses groundwater is where you can take the Groundwater Hydrology and Management training. For use in this area during climate change extremes (floods and droughts), groundwater is the most crucial water resource (floods and droughts). The expansion of farmed land, crop rotation, and farmer profits have all significantly benefited from groundwater.

This course is available as an elective to students in the departments of civil engineering, rural development, earth science, geology, or development. Prof. Pennan Chinnasamy explains this certificate course.

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The Rural Water Resource Management training is a three-month online program. The syllabus for the course is available on the Swayam platform and was chosen and created by IIT Bombay. The Indian Institute of Management and NPTEL are the organisations that award the course certificate.

Because most industries require water and India remains primarily an agricultural country, water is the most valuable resource in the country. India is the nation that extracts the most groundwater globally; hence, it is crucial to understand the issues and challenges associated with water resources so that efforts for water resources management can be established and evaluated using scientific methods.

To understand the real problems and how to handle, cope with, and reduce them, students need specialized teaching in water management. Effective water management is essential to achieving development goals, growing India's economy, and protecting the country from the worst effects of climate change. Prof. Pennan Chinna Samy explains this course.

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The Probability Methods in Civil Engineering certification course is a 3-month online program. The course syllabus for this online course was developed and approved by IIT Kharagpur. The Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Kharagpur and NPTEL are in charge of issuing the course certificate, but the course is offered via the Swayam platform.

The Probability Methods in Civil Engineering training belong to the core program section, which deals with the fundamental concepts of probability and statistics and is very important to solving various civil engineering problems. In this course, we can understand probability and types of probabilistic models, and the concept of random variables and different functions of random variables will be covered. 

Each topic is discussed in relation to various application problems and their solutions in a variety of civil engineering disciplines, such as structural engineering, transportation engineering, water resources engineering, environmental engineering, geotechnical engineering, etc. Prof. Rajib Maity explains this certificate course.

The Mechanics of Solids training lasts for three months as an online program. The course's syllabus was chosen and designed by IIT Kanpur and is offered on the Swayam platform. The organizations that grant the course certificate are IIT and NPTEL.

The mechanics of deformable solid bodies will be introduced in this course. The main goal of the course is to give the students the skills they need to solve mechanical problems, which include performing a static analysis of a component to identify internal actions (forces and moments), calculating stresses, strains, and deformation brought on by internal actions, and comparing those results to accepted standards. 

This calls for a command of the industry jargon, the ability to draw free-body diagrams, and an understanding of how materials react to loads. The ability of students to design engineering systems should improve. Prof. Priyanka Gosh explains this online course.

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The Concrete Technology training lasts for a three-month online program. The course's syllabus, which was selected and written by IIT Madras, is available on the Swayam platform. The organizations that grant the course certificate are IIT Madras and NPTEL.

The main topics covered in the Concrete Technology certification course are cementitious additives and other ingredients used in the production of concrete. The topic of concrete manufacturing is also brought up. 

The advantages and uses of concrete as a modern building material will become more and more clear as one move through the course. One will be able to use concrete and pick the appropriate ingredients. Prof. B. Bhattacharjee explains this online course.

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The Introduction to Multimodal Urban Transportation Systems (MUTS) certification course delves into the multifaceted realm of sustainable transportation. It covers crucial aspects like identifying sustainability principles, introducing Travel Demand Management, disseminating techniques for urban public transit, exploring non-motorized urban transport, and showcasing applications of Intelligent Transportation Systems. 

Tailored for undergraduates and postgraduates in Civil Engineering and Urban Planning, the Introduction to Multimodal Urban Transportation Systems (MUTS) certification by Swayam garners industry support from entities like Urban Local Bodies, Transport Network Companies, and public transportation operators, ensuring its real-world relevance and impact.

The Ground Improvement certification course is a vital component of geotechnical engineering, addressing challenges posed by problematic soils during construction. Tailored for final-year B Tech/BE and M Tech/ME students with a prerequisite understanding of soil mechanics, the curriculum uniquely balances theoretical principles and practical design methods

The Ground Improvement certification by Swayam provides a comprehensive exploration of this crucial field in civil engineering. Participants gain insights from both conceptual frameworks and real-world case studies, bridging the gap between theory and the advanced state of practice in ground improvement technologies.

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The Water Economics And Governance certification course delves into freshwater management, addressing its crucial role in sustaining life and development. Covering topics such as sustainable water usage, valuation techniques, and water governance in India, it equips students with a comprehensive understanding of water management economics.

Designed for students in Civil and Environmental Engineering, the Water Economics And Governance certification by Swayam explores the complexities of freshwater governance. With a focus on multi-level governance and economic principles, it empowers students to navigate water-related challenges effectively. The course provides essential knowledge for students pursuing careers in water management.

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The Admixtures and Special Concretes certification course delves into advanced concepts within construction materials and concrete technology, emphasising the roles of chemical and mineral admixtures in enhancing concrete performance. It targets senior undergraduate, postgraduate, and PhD students, along with concrete technologists and civil engineers.

With the Admixtures And Special Concretes certification by Swayam, learners explore admixture mechanisms, their impact on concrete properties, and the formulation and properties of special concretes. This course requires a basic understanding of construction materials and concrete technology. It equips participants with valuable skills for modern construction practices.

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Swayam's Earth Sciences for Civil Engineering course is a civil engineering course that gives the learners a better understanding of the Earth's interiors, earth system, and its process. The latter part of the course deals with the geological hazards and environmental impact, as well as active faults, and their related risk in our country.

Earth Sciences For Civil Engineering online course takes only eight weeks to complete, and it is intended for postgraduate students of Science and Engineering (especially Earth Sciences), as well as advanced undergraduate students. In this course, the students get introduced to concepts such as seismology and focus on the internal structure of the Earth. 

Moreover, the Earth Sciences For Civil Engineering course has a comprehensive curriculum that covers essential topics such as fluvial geomorphology and groundwater, landslide and flood hazard, tsunami, and management of risks. This core course has been extensively designed to teach the candidates fundamentals of geosciences, various geological hazards, and civil engineering applications of the same. 

The Corrosion - Part II course is a continuation of the course Corrosion Part-1 by Swayam. The course delves deeper into the phenomenon of corrosion, from different corrosion events to corrosion-based experiments. Another crucial aspect that this course focuses on is the mixed potential theory used in electrochemistry. 

In addition, the Corrosion - Part II programme talks about the different methods of conversion, as well as methods of protection from corrosion. Students will get to learn about the oxidation of alloys and metals in detail. This is an excellent opportunity for candidates who are interested in Metallurgy and electrochemistry to learn about the subject of corrosion, free of cost. 

Furthermore, the 8-week online Corrosion - Part II course allows the students to earn an E-certificate upon successful completion of the course. IIT-Kanpur and NPTEL will also accredit the certificate, so it will help improve your professional prospects in the future. 

The Swayam Building Materials and Composites course will go on for eight weeks. It is designed for students studying architecture. Moreover, this is a core course offered at the undergraduate level and comes under the architecture and planning construction materials technology. Also, this programme is for beginners.

Candidates will get to study the different kinds of materials used in the construction of a building, such as clay, stone, and steel, as well as walling systems, and flooring systems. The Building Materials and Composites programme by Swayam will also cover the use of nanotechnology in this field and its applications.

You can start your architectural journey by obtaining a certificate in Building Materials and Composites online course and become well-acquainted with the foundational subjects of the field. The course will be led by Dr. Sumana Gupta, who is employed as an associate professor in the Department of Architecture and Regional Planning, at the prestigious Indian Institute of Technology, Kharagpur.

The Building cost estimation simplified course by Swayam is an eight-week program, available at the undergraduate level. The course instructor Prof. Shruti Samuel is at the Indira Gandhi National Open University is a bachelor in architecture, Assistant Professor in Design Architecture and Planning at the School of Engineering and Technology, for more than seven years. 

The Building cost estimation simplified programme mainly targets learners who want to take up personal projects and those who wish to become a Project Manager or Project Surveyor. Additionally, the course curriculum is based on a different programme known as “Quantity surveying and Valuation”. This was a part of the B.Tech in Construction Management course, which IGNOU used to offer in the past. 

Furthermore, the online training for Building cost estimation simplified course curriculum covers the essential topics such as an estimation of cost, the construction cost of a building, analysis of rates, and bills of building work. Through these, the programme aims to simplify the building cost estimation basics. Additionally, it also explains the entire process of an architect preparing the initial drawings and the surveyor calculating the construction costs using the quantities and rates.

Matrix method of Structural Analysis program provided by SWAYAM is a continuation of the structural analysis 1 course. During the time span of the course, candidates shall learn about the concepts and methods of structural analysis and also learn about its application procedure regarding its different components of the structure, with the progress of the course.

Matrix method of Structural Analysis program provided by SWAYAM will act as a supporting tool between the structural analysis 1 i.e. the first part of structural analysis and gradually move on to the topics of finite element method.

Matrix method of Structural Analysis also deals with the concepts of determinate and indeterminate structures, flexibility and stiffness alongside analysis of beams, preliminaries, force and displacement methods.

During the time span of the course, candidates will also be tested regularly to keep a close check on their understanding and knowledge gained from the Matrix method of structural analysis course. These learnings will also include concepts of advanced elements of structural analysis. The sessions will cover the matrix method of analysis too using the finite element method.

The Architectural Conservation and Historic Preservation certification course is all in one program to understand the historical emergence of architectural conservation in an effective and implicative manner. The goal of this course is to discuss historic preservation and restoration as an approach that links the past, the current, and the future. The idea is to familiarize the participants of the course with the difficulties and obstacles of heritage environments, the possibilities of heritage buildings, places, districts, and areas, and the need to combine progress with heritage protection. 

The Architectural Conservation and Historic Preservation training examine the history of the environmental movement, the shifting principles and responsibilities, and strategies of different conservation organizations. Participants are exposed to the international conservation system and world heritage scenario, along with meanings and principles of conservation and heritage, and clarification of different forms of heritage. 

The Architectural Conservation and Historic Preservation certification will lead by the examples to illustrate the importance of assessing the significance of heritage buildings. Via numerous case studies, recommendations for restoration, protection of historic buildings, precincts, and places and the method of impact assessment are clarified. Using examples, the method of evolving architectural guidelines for new buildings in historic settings is elaborated.

It is a well-known fact that planning forms the critical element in successfully executing a project. The same applies to the field of construction, wherein equipment planning is equally crucial. Given the current scenario of rapid advancements in mechanization, there are multiple machines available in the market. The Construction Methods and Equipment Management certification course makes selection easier. 

The Construction Methods and Equipment Management certification syllabus throws light on the vital aspects of excavation, cranes, pile driving methods, and concreting equipment. The curriculum caters to the needs of the people working in the construction industry. Moreover, they are also trained in estimating the cost of equipment. 

The Construction Methods and Equipment Management training is scheduled for eight weeks and falls under the domain of Civil engineering. The training is offered by Professor Indu Siva Ranjani Gandhi, a recipient of the Gold medal in the Ph.D., Civil engineering program in IIT Madras.

The course on the Introduction to Civil Engineering Profession by Swayam will be introducing all the civil engineering professions as well as the degree program students who are there in their first year or are going to join the degree course in civil engineering. The Introduction to Civil Engineering Profession certification syllabus includes the following topics - Structural engineering, construction materials, methods analysis, design and modeling, novel areas career prospects, infrastructure engineering, sustainability, highway engineering, traffic engineering, and planning. In the Introduction to Civil Engineering Profession training, the students will be provided with detailed knowledge in different disciplines that pertains to civil engineering. The career prospects that are involved in civil engineering will also be coerced in the Introduction to Civil Engineering Profession online course. After completing the program, the candidates will get knowledge of the process of different disciples that are involved in the domain of civil engineering and its applied discipline.

The Principles of Construction Management programme is an eight-week core study in civil engineering. Learners will explore construction concepts such as economics, safety, quality management, time management, estimation, and scheduling. The course is set at an undergraduate level of study. Students of civil engineering, electrical engineering, and mechanical engineering will highly benefit from the programme.

Through the Principles of Construction Management certification syllabus, students will touch upon project organisation and safety management topics. Video lectures and study references are given for learners to pick up concepts with ease. With one learning module assigned per week, students also need to submit a weekly assignment.

The course is curated by IIT Kanpur, and Professor Sudhir Misra from the Civil Engineering department mentors the programme. Registering for the final certifying exam requires students to pay a nominal fee. For the Principles of Construction Management certification, learners must score at least the minimum marks specified for the average assignment score (best of six) and proctored final test.

Safety planning in construction is of utmost importance. It determines the life of the structure and the safety of those working in and around the structure. It is an especially essential topic for Civil Engineering students who aspire to work in construction. The  Safety in Construction online programme delineates various aspects of construction and how to ensure compliance with safety measures.

Safety in Construction certification syllabus will cover multiple topics starting from the definition of safety, the role of different stakeholders in ensuring safety, and accident causation theory. IIT Delhi, one of the most prestigious institutions for engineering and technology, has created this course. Professor J Uma Maheshwari instructs the syllabus.

This course on Safety in Construction by Swayam is an eight-week online training. It is recognized as a Faculty Development Program by AICTE. Further, there are eight graded assignments that need to be completed during the course. In addition, candidates can also appear for an exam if they want to get a certificate of completion.

The Systems Engineering: Theory and Practice certification course offers students an overview of the systems engineering design approach from theoretical and practical perspectives. The focus will be on how the open-ended problems can be solved using realistic aspects like manufacturability, safety, reliability, aesthetics, operations, sustainability, and ethics.

Professor Deepu Philip will deliver the Systems Engineering: Theory and Practice online training. He is currently a Department of Industrial and Management Engineering and Design Programme faculty at IIT Kanpur. He has years of academic and industrial experience with leading institutes and firms worldwide. Thus, students can be assured of striking the right balance between theoretical and practical training in the lectures. The AICTE has also approved the course, which falls under the broad discipline of Management Studies.

The Systems Engineering: Theory and Practice certification syllabus covers a wide range of concepts from program risk reduction, prototype development and data analysis to design validation, integration and testing of the complete system features. The course curriculum perfectly suits both Undergraduate and Postgraduate students’ academic needs.