| # | Title (as it appears in most repacks) | Core Subject | What You’ll Learn (concise) | |---|----------------------------------------|--------------|-----------------------------| | 1 | | Mechanics of Materials | Axial loading, torsion, bending, stress‑strain relationships, Mohr’s circle, failure theories. | | 2 | “Theory of Elasticity” | Continuum Mechanics | Stress tensors, strain tensors, compatibility equations, Airy stress function, plane strain & stress solutions. | | 3 | “Advanced Mechanics of Materials” | Higher‑level Strength | Energy methods, plastic analysis, shear flow, composite laminates, buckling of columns and plates. | | 4 | “Finite Element Method – A Practical Approach” | Computational Mechanics | Discretisation, shape functions, stiffness matrix assembly, 1‑D/2‑D/3‑D elements, convergence studies. | | 5 | “Introduction to Vibration Theory” | Dynamics | Single‑degree‑of‑freedom (SDOF) systems, free/forced vibration, damping models, modal analysis basics. | | 6 | “Non‑Linear Vibration and Stability” | Non‑linear Dynamics | Duffing oscillator, bifurcation, Lyapunov stability, perturbation methods, numerical integration. | | 7 | “Structural Dynamics – Theory and Applications” | Structural Dynamics | Multi‑degree‑of‑freedom (MDOF) systems, mode superposition, response spectrum, earthquake engineering fundamentals. | | 8 | “Computational Methods for Engineers” | Numerical Techniques | Gauss‑Seidel, Newton‑Raphson, finite difference, boundary element method, error analysis. | | 9 | “Applied Mechanics – Problems & Solutions” | Problem‑Solving | Over 300 solved problems covering statics, dynamics, strength, and vibrations, with step‑by‑step methodology. | |10| “Engineering Mathematics – A Review” | Math Refresher | Linear algebra, differential equations, transforms, vector calculus – all geared toward engineering applications. | |11| “Experimental Methods in Structural Engineering” | Lab Techniques | Strain‑gauge usage, modal testing, data acquisition, signal processing, validation of analytical models. | |12| “Design of Concrete Structures” | Concrete Design | Load combinations, serviceability limits, reinforced concrete beam/column design, shear design, durability considerations. | |13| “Design of Steel Structures” | Steel Design | Limit state design, section properties, connection design, lateral-torsional buckling, design codes (IS, AISC). | |14| “Research Methodology for Engineers” | Academic Skills | Formulating research questions, literature review, experimental design, statistical analysis, thesis writing. |