Hands-on Training on EPANET

Our Department organized a hands-on training session on “EPANET” for the fourth-semester B. Tech Civil Engineering students, both A and B batches, on 09 February 2026. The training was handled by the newly joined faculty member, Dr. Nishida A, Assistant Professor. 

EPANET is a widely used public-domain software developed by the United States Environmental Protection Agency, USEPA, (https://www.epa.gov/water-research/epanet) for modelling water distribution systems. It performs extended period simulation of hydraulic and water quality behaviour within pressurized pipe networks. 

During the session, students were introduced to the creation of network layouts incorporating junctions, reservoirs, tanks, pipes, pumps, and valves. They learned to input system parameters such as demand, pipe diameter, roughness coefficient, and elevations. The training also covered hydraulic analysis, including the determination of flow rates, nodal pressures, and head losses, along with water quality analysis involving chlorine decay, waterage, and source tracing.

The session commenced at 9:00 a.m. in the morning. The Head of the Department addressed the students, emphasized the importance of learning modern water-supply modelling tools. The HOD highlighted that the understanding of simulation software has become essential for civil engineers, particularly in the areas of water supply engineering, urban infrastructure planning, and sustainable resource management.

The training helped students understand how theoretical concepts from Environmental Engineering and Water Supply Engineering courses are applied in real-life engineering projects. The importance of computer-aided analysis in ensuring efficient, economical, and sustainable water distribution systems was strongly emphasized. The session concluded at 4:30 p.m. after an interactive discussion and doubt-clearing session. The programme concluded with a vote of thanks delivered by Ms. Anna Rose, AP

The workshop provided valuable practical exposure and enhanced the students’ understanding of modern water distribution modelling tools used by professional engineers and consulting agencies.

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Dr. Nishida A, AP CE

Aesthetic Aspects of Building & Concept Drawing Competition

The Builders Association of India Student Chapter (BAI) of our department conducted a workshop titled “Aesthetic Aspects of Building & Concept Drawing Competition”  for the first year B.Tech students on 11 February 2026 during the afternoon session. The program was conducted with the support of Tangent Education, Thrissur, which offers specialized training in interior/exterior design and 3D visualization. 

Mr. Vinod KC and Mr. Arundas VM, Directors of Tangent, were the resource persons. We were introduced to the concept of aesthetic drawing during the event. We were divided into 10 groups, each representing a company, and were asked to develop the elevation for a concept restaurant. 

Everyone participated with enthusiasm, the session was very enjoyable and engaging, as everyone had work to do, no one felt bored or distracted. Each one had their own ideas to share, and everyone actively involved from start to end. The ideas and guidance given by the resource persons were very helpful. The workshop gave us an opportunity to build our own creations using our imagination, ideas, and skills, and helped in improving our creativity and thinking. Overall, it was a very nice and interesting session.

The company "Urbansea" emerged as winners with members Ananthu A E, Ashna Ali, Dona Elezabeth Benny, Devananda P P, Edwin Sojan, Fathima Sidhik from S2 CEA and Namitha A, Pavan B Pillai, and Sreebhadra M R from S2 CEB.

The pictures says it all.

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Punya Jackson , S2 CEB

Study Tour!

 The sixth semester students of our department embarked on an exciting five-day industrial visit and study tour from 5th to 9th February 2026. The itinerary covered scenic and activity-rich destinations including Coorg, Chikkamagaluru, Dandeli, Gokarna, and Malpe, offering students a refreshing break while fostering camaraderie and holistic learning. 

Visits to locations such as the Harangi Reservoir in Coorg provided insights into water resource management and dam infrastructure. Students also visited Urban Wood Industries, Mangalore which is a production company which manufacturers  plywood and binding glue used for its production. 

This industrial visit was not just a tour but a platform for strengthening peer bonding and teamwork, Developing adaptability and leadership, Experiencing diverse environments, Refreshing minds for academic pursuits and building lasting memories.

The trip was coordinated under the leadership of Mr. Adwin Antu, Ms. Meha Muneer, Mr. Kevin Abraham and Ms. Raisa Ummer. The team was accompanied by five faculty members from the department - Ms. Sharon Jacob, Ms. Ninicy Jose, Ms. Rinu J Achison, Mr. Sreerath S and Mr. Arun Pappan. 

The trip provided students with a valuable opportunity to step outside the classroom, learn through experience, and build friendships that will last beyond their academic journey. Such visits play a vital role in shaping well-rounded professionals by combining knowledge, exposure, and personal growth.

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Rinu J Achison, AP CE