Ph.D - Mechanical Engineering

Overview:

PhD Mechanical Engineering is a doctorate level course in Mechanics. The course may have a duration of 5 to 8 years. PhD Mechanical Engineering is a research-based course.

Throughout the duration of the course, students get to learn various mechanical engineering skills. One learns about various machines and related equipment. The students who wish to pursue PhD Mechanical Engineering must have a good grip over Maths and Science.

Some of the topics taught to the students in this course are Mathematics for Engineering Research, Research Methodology, etc. Apart from that, certain branch-specific topics are also taught as a part of the curriculum.

Some Highlights of Ph.D Mechanical Engineering:

Top Colleges Offering Ph.D Mechanical Engineering:

• Indian Institute of Technology, Madras Madras
  
• Indian Institute of Technology, New Delhi
  
• Indian Institute of Technology, Bombay
  
• Indian Institute of Technology, Kanpur
  
• Indian Institute of Technology, Guwahati
  
• NIT Trichy, Tiruchirapalli Tiruchirapalli
  
• Indian Institute of Technology, Indore
  
• Indian Institute of Technology, Varanasi
  
• Institute of Chemical Technology
  
• Birla Institute of Technology and Science, Pilani
  

Why Choose Ph.D Mechanical Engineering:

• The Mechanical Engineering course has an analytical approach. It will allow the students to consider various practical problems and come up with technical solutions to these problems. They may come up with new approaches to solve the problems.
  
• After completing the course, the students will be able to successfully design machines based on user requirements. They put all their innovativeness together and create something new for the world.
  
• The PhD Mechanical Engineering students get excellent career opportunities. They may work at sectors like power plants, chemical plants, manufacturing companies and so on. They are also free to pursue a career in other fields of engineering.
  
• The students may work as a junior engineer, assistant engineering or executive engineer at various companies. They may also conduct research in subjects related to Mechanical Engineering. They may work at research labs and other organizations.
  
• The students can also become a lecturer and impart knowledge to other students. The average salary earned by the PhD Mechanical Engineering students is INR 3.37 LPA. The salary will increase with experience.
  

Admission Procedure For Ph.D Mechanical Engineering:

• Each university follows its own admission process. In most cases, the admission is done based on the marks acquired by you in your post graduation. However, some universities require you to sit for an entrance test.
  
• Few of the most popular entrance tests include GATE and NET UGC. Once you have cleared the entrance test, you will be called to proceed with the further stages of the admission process.
  
• The application forms are released mostly in June. You must submit the application form before the deadline. You can also consult the official website of the respective colleges or universities for detailed information regarding the admission process.
  

Eligibility For Ph.D Mechanical Engineering:

• A candidate must complete his masters in engineering or technology with the required grades. A candidate having a postgraduate degree in any science subject can also apply for the course. However, they will have to clear the cut-off for GATE.
  
• Bachelor degree holders in engineering or technology and also apply for the course. They need to have a minimum 75% marks in graduation.
  
• Relaxation of marks is given to the SC /ST / OBC/ PwD or any other underprivileged candidates.
  
• If the college conducts an entrance test, then clearing the test also becomes an important eligibility criterion.
  

Career Opportunities Ph.D Mechanical Engineering:

The PhD Mechanical Engineering students are always open to a large number of career options. On successful completion of their course, the students will be exposed to various opportunities. Throughout the duration of the course, the students will be taught a variety of topics that will help them to secure jobs as a mechanical engineer.

Jobs Opportunities After Ph.D Mechanical Engineering:

• Senior Mechanical Engineer
  
• Research Engineer
  
• Research and Development Engineer
  
• Research Scientist
  
• Senior Software Engineer
  
• Lecturer
  
• Mechanical Engineer
  
• Executive Engineer
  
• Junior Engineer
  
• Mechanical Design Engineer

Recruitment Areas For Ph.D Mechanical Engineering 

• Architectural and Engineering Firms
  
• Machinery Manufacturing
  
• Transportation Equipment Manufacturing
  
• Scientific Research
  
• Computer and Electronics Manufacturing
  
• Energy Sector
  
• Aerospace Industry
  

Syllabus For Ph.D Mechanical Engineering:

Semester I

Research Methodology
Philosophical and Sociological Basis of Educational Research
Communication Skills
Independent Research with seminars

Semester II

Major and Minor Courses
Elective Courses
Research Methodology
Seminars

Semester III

Major and Minor Courses
Research Methodology
Elective Courses
Seminars

Semester IV

Major and Minor Courses
Research Work
Elective Courses
Seminars

Semester V

Thesis
Seminar
Elective Courses
Research Work I

Semester VI

Thesis
Seminar
Elective Courses
Research Work II