KTU Mechanical Engineering Semester 1 — 2024 Scheme
Semester 1 for KTU Mechanical Engineering under the 2024 Scheme — shared with Civil Engineering and other Group C branches, plus two subjects common to every KTU branch. Full module-wise syllabus, credits, textbooks and course outcomes for each subject.
Subjects
Mathematics for Electrical Science and Physical Science 1
GYMAT101 · 3 credits · shared with Group B & C
Physics for Physical Science and Life Science
GZPHT121 · 4 credits · shared with Group D
Chemistry for Physical Science
GCCYT122 · 4 credits · Group C
Engineering Mechanics
GCEST103 · 3 credits · Group C
Introduction to Mechanical Engineering & Civil Engineering
GCEST104 · 4 credits · Group C
Engineering Workshop
GCESL106 · 1 credit · Group C
Algorithmic Thinking with Python
UCEST105 · common to all branches
Health and Wellness
UCHWT127 · common to S1/S2
Frequently Asked Questions
What subjects are in KTU Mechanical Engineering Semester 1 (2024 Scheme)?
KTU Mechanical Engineering Semester 1 has 8 subjects: Mathematics for Electrical Science and Physical Science 1 (GYMAT101, 3 credits), Physics for Physical Science and Life Science (GZPHT121, 4 credits), Chemistry for Physical Science (GCCYT122, 4 credits), Engineering Mechanics (GCEST103, 3 credits), Introduction to Mechanical Engineering & Civil Engineering (GCEST104, 4 credits), Engineering Workshop (GCESL106, 1 credit), Algorithmic Thinking with Python (UCEST105), and Health and Wellness (UCHWT127).
Is KTU Mechanical Engineering Semester 1 the same as Civil Engineering Semester 1?
Yes. KTU ME and Civil Engineering (Group C branches) have identical Semester 1 — all 8 subjects are common courses. Physics for Physical Science and Life Science (GZPHT121) distinguishes Group C from Group A (which has Physics for Information Science) and Group B (Physics for Electrical Science).
What is Engineering Mechanics in KTU ME S1?
Engineering Mechanics (GCEST103) is a 3-credit subject in KTU ME/Civil Semester 1. It covers statics (force systems, equilibrium, friction, centroids) and dynamics (kinematics, Newton's laws, work and energy), providing the mechanical foundations for all subsequent subjects.
How many total credits are in KTU Mechanical Engineering Semester 1?
KTU ME Semester 1 (2024 Scheme) carries approximately 22 credits across 8 subjects, with Physics and Chemistry spanning both S1 and S2.