The Surveying laboratory enables the students to understand and practice the basic principles of surveying by conducting field exercises using a wide spectrum of surveying equipment ranging from traditional dumpy levels, tilting level, compass, transits, plane table and theodolites to the latest electronic auto level, digital theodolite, Total station and GPS. This laboratory covers data collection methods including surveying, profile leveling, contouring,compass traversing, laying out of curves, base line measurement and triangulation.

LAB OBJECTIVES:

1. To determine the relative position of any objects or points of the earth.
2. To determine the distance and angle between different objects.
3. To prepare a map or plan to represent an area on a horizontal plan.
4. To develop methods through the knowledge of modern science and the technology and use them in the field.
5. To solve measurement problems in an optimal way.

Major Equipments

• Total Station
• Theodalites
• Dumpy Levels
• Auto Levels
• Cross Staffs
• Level Staffs
• Chains
• Tapes
• Ranging Rods
• Clinometers
• Planimeter
• Prismatic Compass
• Trough Compass
• Arrows
• Plane Tables

This laboratory deals with the testing of materials for their strength and stiffness. Building materials such as steel, timber are tested to know their response under applied loads with respect to strength, stiffness, deflection and bending. Student will be exposed to testing of materials and interpretation of test results in terms of material suitability to the intended consruction. This laboratory has got the following tests and equipment.

Demonstrating the basic principles in the area of strength and mechanics of materials and structural analysis to the undergraduate students through a series of experiments is the objective of the strength of materials lab. 

Properties of the materials are very important in the process of designing the durable components / structures etc. These properties include mechanical properties, thermal properties, electrical properties, optical properties or magnetic properties or deterioration properties. Civil engineers are mainly concerned with the properties like strength, ductility, hardness, brittleness, toughness, creep, fatigue strength of the materials. These properties play an important role for the structures and components that are intended to sustain various type of loads under the given service conditions. Sometimes toughness is required to resist impact loading.
This laboratory provides the know-how of the properties of the materials through various experiments on testing machines and equipments. Measuring the properties of the materials such as impact strength, tensile strength, compressive strength, hardness, ductility are conducted in the lab.
 

Major Equipments

• Compression testing machine
• Rockwell & Brinell hardness tester
• Torsion testing machine
• Spring testing machine
• Impact testing machine
• Universal testing machine
• Continuous & Cantilever beam testing setup
• Simply supported beam testing setup

Soil Testing is an integral part of soil mechanics and foundation engineering. Geotechnical laboratory consists of various equipment to test the soil. In this laboratory the student will be exposed to testing of soil and interpretation towards identification and suitability of soil to different intended construction projects. All physical and engineering properties of soils will be assessed in the laboratory.

OBJECTIVES:

1. Classify the soil based on index properties of soil
2. Find the field bulk and dry density of cohesion-less and cohesive soils
3. Find the coefficient of permeability of coarse grained and fine grained soils & compressibility characteristics of soil
4. Evaluate the shear strength parameters of soil

Major Equipments

• Tri-axial Shear Test Apparatus
• Direct Shear Test Apparatus
• Consolidation Test Apparatus
• CBR Test Apparatus
• Permeability Test Apparatus
• UCS Test Apparatus
• Vane Shear Test Apparatus
• Proctor Compaction Test Apparatus
• Field Density Apparatus
• Hydrometer Analysis
• Specific Gravity of Soil
• Atterberg Limit Tests Apparatus
• Sieve Shaker
• Ovens

The testing and inspection of concrete and concrete aggregates are important elements in obtaining quality construction. The laboratory allows the students to test and assess the various fresh and hardened concrete properties that may affect the performance of concrete members. There are many apparatus and machines available at the concrete technology laboratory like Sieve Shaker, Compression Testing Machine (CTM), Flexure Testing Machine (FTM), Compaction Factor Apparatus, Heat of Hydration apparatus, Permeability apparatus etc.

For the design the construction of highway and airfield, it is imperative to carry out tests on construction materials for their scientific designing and economic utilization. The prime objective of the different tests in use is to know and classify the pavement material into different group depending upon their physical and strength or stability characteristics. Marshall Stability Testing machine, ductility testing machine, penetration testing machine aggregate impact testing machine, abrasion testing machine, CBR testing machine are available in the laboratory.

Major Equipments

• Computerized Compression Testing Machine (3000KN)
• Compaction Factor Apparatus
• Concrete Mixer-Pan Type(1 Cu.M)
• Cement Mortar Mixing Apparatus
• Sieve Shaker
• Blaine’s Air Permeability Apparatus
• Vicar’s Apparatus
• Bulk Density Apparatus
• Slump Cone
• Weighing Balance(20Kg)
• Los Angeles Abrasion Machine
• Bitumen Ductility Apparatus
• Centrifuge Extractor
• Bitumen Penetration Apparatus
• Softening Point Apparatus
• Flash And Fire Point Apparatus
• Aggregate Impact Apparatus
• Aggregate Crushing Apparatus
• Density Basket
• Length Gauge/Thickness Gauge
• Pycnometer
• Water Bath
• Hot Air Oven

The Environmental Engineering Laboratory in the Department of Civil Engineering provides good testing, teaching and research facilities. These laboratories are recently constructed and contain modern analytical instruments and facilities to carry out simple to sophisticated experiments i.e. Physico-chemical and Biological parameters testing for Water and Wastewater, Air pollutants testing in stack and environment etc. The Laboratory has sophisticated equipment to analyze pollution parameters in water and waste water, soil and air.

The Environmental Engineering laboratory practicals provide good insight into different experimental methods relevant to Environmental Engineering. In this laboratory, the students performs various tests on water and sewage samples to check their pH value, Total dissolved solids (TDS), BOD, COD, Total suspended particles etc. Testing of samples helps to assess the water quality standard of the region, pollution load in sewage and working efficiency of sewage and other water treatment units.

The sophisticated equipment list includes:

Purpose of CAD Lab in Civil Engineering:
Design & Drafting:
Creating detailed 2D drawings and 3D models of buildings, roads, bridges, and other infrastructure.
Structural Analysis:
Simulating loads and stresses on structures using CAD-integrated analysis tools.
Visualization:
Generating realistic renderings of construction projects to better understand spatial relationships and aesthetics.
Project Planning:
Integrating with tools for Building Information Modeling (BIM) and project management.
Skill Development:
Teaching students industry-standard tools and practices.
 

Available Software in CAD Lab:
AutoCAD – 2D drafting and 3D modeling.
STAAD.Pro – Structural analysis and design.
ETABS – Design and analysis of buildings
Revit – Building Information Modeling (BIM).
GIS: Geographical Information systems
 

The identification of different types of rocks, minerals and understanding their behavior are the major objectives of geology. Further, development of cracks, fissures in rocks, their causes and their remedies are to be learnt in this laboratory.

Major Equipments

• Minerals
• Rocks
• 8 sets of minerals (10 in each) to show each physical properties of minerals
• Charts consisting description of minerals and rocks
• Structural Models

The Fluid Mechanics and Hydraulic Machines Lab is an integral part of the Civil Engineering Department, aimed at providing students with hands-on experience and practical understanding of the principles of fluid flow and hydraulic machinery. The laboratory is well-equipped with modern apparatus and experimental setups to reinforce theoretical concepts through real-time observations and experiments.
Objectives:

• To understand the fundamental principles governing fluid motion and behavior.
• To experimentally verify the laws of fluid mechanics and hydraulics.
• To study the performance characteristics of various hydraulic machines and flow measuring devices.
• To bridge the gap between theoretical knowledge and real-world engineering applications.

Major Equipment:

• Bernoulli’s Apparatus – for verifying Bernoulli’s theorem.
• Venturimeter and Orifice Meter Test Rigs – for flow measurement.
• Notch Tank – for measuring flow over different types of notches (rectangular, triangular, trapezoidal).
• Pipe Friction Apparatus – to study major and minor losses in pipe flows.
• Impact of Jet Apparatus – to analyse the force exerted by a jet on different vane shapes.
• Centrifugal Pump Test Rig – for studying pump characteristics.
• Reciprocating Pump Test Rig
• Pelton Wheel and Francis Turbine Test Rigs – to evaluate turbine performance.
• Flow Through Pipes and Open Channels Equipment

Lab Outcomes:
Upon successful completion of the lab, students will be able to:

• Conduct fluid flow and hydraulic experiments with accuracy.
• Analyze and interpret experimental data to evaluate system behavior.
• Understand the design and operational aspects of pumps and turbines used in water resource engineering.
• Apply principles of fluid mechanics to solve practical civil engineering problems related to water supply, irrigation, and hydraulic structures.

Applications in Civil Engineering:
The concepts and skills developed in this lab are vital in areas such as:

• Hydraulic structure design (dams, canals, weirs)
• Urban water supply and distribution
• Irrigation and drainage systems
• Environmental fluid dynamics and stormwater management

This lab forms the foundation for higher studies and professional practice in water resources engineering, making it a cornerstone in the academic development of civil engineering students.


TRANSPORTATION ENGINEERING LAB
 
Road infrastructure plays a major role in the development of a nation. Improved methods of paving constructions, design philosophies and rehabilitation strategies can only be developed with a thorough understanding of paving materials. The huge amount of money is invested every year in the repair and rehabilitation of road infrastructure. Understanding the necessity of research in this area, several premier institutes of our country have developed advanced material characterization facilities. In order to improve the understanding and investigate several premature road failures which are unique due to traffic and climatic loading in Telangana, academic institutions need to focus research on that line. The Transportation Engineering lab, in JNTUH UCE Manthani college is committed socially in providing economically viable engineering solutions in this area. The objectives of various tests conducted in Transportation Engineering lab are: advance performance evaluation of road materials, develop facilities for measuring traffic flow parameters, develop facilities to cultivate research interest among students and faculties, and disseminate knowledge to the research community.
 
Strength of the lab
Following is the strength of the lab.

• a) Lab space which provides room for further expansion.
• b) Facilities for characterizing pavement materials (bitumen and bituminous mixes) as per the guidelines of Ministry of Road Transport and Highways (MoRTH).
• c) Facilities available in the lab are in par with the requirements of the university prescribed laboratory course.
• d) Faculties with expertise in advance material characterization

 
Transportation Engineering Laboratory Facilities and Equipment
The Transportation Engineering Laboratory is equipped with facilities for testing of Aggregates, Bitumen and Traffic. The Laboratory is fully equipped for the conduct of regular experiments at UG level and consultancy works.
 
Benefits to students and staff.
Learning through experimentation reaffirms theoretical knowledge. Ultimately students get a better feel of material when they learn about the performance of engineering materials. They would also appreciate the necessity of characterization of paving materials appropriately which is highly complex due to the wide range of load and environmental conditions that it is subjected. The students could take up research-oriented project topics in their final year dissertation work. The faculties also could plan better research topics and execute high-quality research work and apply for future funding.
 
Major equipment available in the lab