
CIVIL ENGINEERING
Build the Future Strong
The B.E. Civil Engineering program at Podhigai College provides an in-depth understanding of the principles involved in the design, construction, and maintenance of infrastructure projects.
Students gain practical knowledge in the areas of structural analysis, materials, construction techniques, and project management.
MODERN AMENITIES
Advanced infrastructure for civil engineering students
Our campus and department offer top-class resources, enabling students to grow academically, professionally, and personally with confidence.

Smart Classrooms
High-tech classrooms with projectors and interactive tools enhance concept clarity and learning experience.

Model Rooms
Equipped with real-time civil engineering structural models and working prototypes for practical understanding.

Department Library
A wide collection of books, journals, and IS codes relevant to civil engineering disciplines.

Wi-Fi Enabled Campus
24/7 access to online academic resources, software, and virtual labs for students and faculty.

Seminar and Conference Halls
Regular guest lectures, technical seminars, and workshops with professionals from the field.

Transport Facility
Safe and reliable transportation across nearby towns for students and faculty members.
HANDS-ON-LEARNING
Advanced laboratories for real-time experimentation
The Civil Engineering department offers fully equipped laboratories for surveying, construction materials testing, soil mechanics, fluid mechanics, and environmental engineering. These labs help students bridge theory with field application, preparing them for site work and industry challenges effectively.
Soil Strength Testing
Geotechnical Engineering Lab
The lab includes triaxial, consolidation, permeability, and direct shear testing equipment. Field testing tools like plate load test, auger boring, and standard penetration test support soil analysis and foundation engineering studies.
Road Material Analysis
Highway Engineering Lab
This lab offers equipment for testing soil, bitumen, and aggregates. Instruments include ductility, penetration, and softening point apparatus, Los Angeles abrasion machine, aggregate impact tester, and CBR equipment for pavement and material evaluation.
Advanced Survey Tools
Surveying Lab
Equipped with Total Station, Theodolite, Dumpy Level, and Compass, this lab enables students to gain practical experience in advanced land surveying techniques essential for civil engineering projects and site layout.
Concrete Mix Evaluation
Concrete Technology Lab
This lab provides testing tools like Vicat’s apparatus, compression testing machine, Vee Bee consistometer, and accelerated curing tank. It focuses on analyzing the properties, strength, and performance of various concrete mixes.
Material Strength Testing
Mechanics of Materials Lab
The lab is equipped with Universal Testing Machine, Torsion Testing Machine, Impact Tester, and Hardness Tester. It supports the study of stress-strain behavior and material strength under different loading conditions.
Spatial Data Analysis
Geo Informatics Lab
Outfitted with GPS tools and software like ArcGIS, ArcView, ERDAS Imagine, and Leica Photogrammetry Suite, this lab facilitates mapping, remote sensing, spatial data analysis, and project-based geoinformatics applications.
Design & Drafting Software
CAD Laboratory
The lab features the latest design and structural software including AutoCAD 2014, STAAD Pro V8i, MxRoad, and Autoplotter. Students learn 2D/3D drafting, structural analysis, and road design through hands-on training.
Pollution Control Testing
Environmental Engineering Laboratory
This lab supports testing and analysis of water, wastewater, and air quality. Major equipment includes BOD incubator, jar test apparatus, air sampler, conductivity meter, muffle furnace, magnetic stirrer, suction pump, and reflux unit.
Take the first step toward a rewarding civil engineering career with us today.
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EXPERT TEACHING FACULTY
Learn from experienced civil engineering professionals
Our dedicated faculty blend academic expertise with real-world experience to deliver quality education, mentorship, and research guidance for every student.
CONTACT US
Reach our department for admission queries
For detailed information about the B.E Civil Engineering program, eligibility, and admissions, feel free to connect with our academic counselors or department staff. We’re here to guide you every step of the way.

Podhigai College of Engineering and Technology, Adiyur,
Salem Main Road, Tirupattur,
Vellore District - 636 005, Tamilnadu, India.
General Inquiries:
Main Office: +91 - 4179 - 292228
Monday to Friday: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Saturday: Closed
Sunday: Closed