TNMAWS Syllabus 2024 For 2104 Posts, Download Syllabus PDF

TNMAWS Syllabus 2024

The TNMAWS Syllabus 2024 has been released along the TNMAWS Recruitment Notification by the Tamil Nadu Municipal Administration & Water Supply Department for a total of 2104 vacancies for different positions such as Assistant Engineer, Junior Engineer, Draughtsman, etc., across various departments. The application registration process has been started through their official website at https://www.tn.gov.in/department/21.

TNMAWS Engineer Syllabus 2024

TNMAWS Engineer Syllabus 2024 has been released through their official website at https://www.tn.gov.in/department/21. The Online Application Registration Process has been started for the TNMAWS Exam scheduled to be held on 29th and 30th June 2024. Candidates must start their preparation at the earliest. Interested candidates can download the syllabus through the direct link provided in the article.

TNMAWS Syllabus 2024: Overview

The Tamil Nadu Municipal Administration & Water Supply Department is going to conduct the TNMAWS Exam scheduled for 29th June 2024 and 30th June 2024 for the released 2104 vacancies in Assistant Engineer, Junior Engineer, Draughtsman, and more. The TNMAWS Online Application process has been started from 9th February 2024 until the deadline on 12th March 2024 at https://www.tn.gov.in/department/21.

Particulars	Details
Organization Name	Tamil Nadu Municipal Administration & Water Supply Department
Examination Name	TNMAWS
Post Name	Assistant Engineer, Junior Engineer, Draughtsman, etc.
Selection Process	Written Examination
Vacancy	2104
Notification Release Date	2nd February 2024
Application Start Date	9th February 2024
Last Date to Apply	12th March 2024
Exam Date	29th June 2024 and 30th June 2024
Official Website	https://www.tn.gov.in/department/21

TNMAWS Engineer Exam Pattern 2024

Candidates who want to apply for the released TNMAWS 2104 vacancy should be aware of patter of the Exam conducted by the Tamil Nadu Municipal Administration & Water Supply Department. For applicants knowing the exam pattern utmost important for brief knowledge about the type of questions will be asked, which topics are more important, and how the scoring works. This information is crucial for preparing well.

TNMAWS Degree Standard Exam Pattern

For those candidates aspiring to secure positions as Assistant Engineers (AE), Town Planning Officers, or Sanitary Inspectors through TNMAWS, having a clear understanding of the examination format is crucial. This examination comprises two papers, each carrying specific subjects and allocated marks. The detailed breakdown of the TNMAWS AE, Town Planning Officer & Sanitary Inspector Exam structure:

Paper	Details
Paper I	– Subject Paper (Degree Standard)
	– Duration: 3 hours
	– Maximum Marks: 300
Paper II (Compulsory)	– PART A: Tamil Eligibility Test (SSLC Standard)
	– Duration: 3 hours
	– Marks: 150
	– PART B: General Studies (Degree Standard)
	– Duration: 3 hours
	– Marks: 150
Interview Stage	– Marks: 60
Total Marks	– Entire Examination: 510

TNMAWS Diploma Standard Exam Pattern

For those applicants aiming to secure roles as Junior Engineers, Draughtsmen, Technical Assistants, Town Planning Inspectors, Overseers, and Work Inspectors, it’s essential to understand the examination structure. The assessment for these positions involves two papers, each with specific subjects and allocated marks. The Examination Structure for Junior Engineer, Draughtsman, Technical Assistant, Town Planning Inspector, Overseer, and Work Inspector:

Paper	Details
Paper I	– Subject Paper (Diploma Standard)
	– Duration: 3 hours
	– Maximum Marks: 300
Paper II (Compulsory)	– PART A: Tamil Eligibility Test (SSLC Standard)
	– Duration: 3 hours
	– Marks: 150
	– PART B: General Studies (Diploma Standard)
	– Duration: 3 hours
	– Marks: 150
Interview Stage	– Marks: 60
Total Marks	– Entire Examination: 510

TNMAWS Civil Engineering Syllabus(Degree Standard)

Unit I: Building Materials and Construction Practices

Topics Covered	Description
Engineering Materials	Properties and testing of brick, stones, M-sand, aggregates, cement, timber, recycled and modern materials (glass, plastic, FRP, ceramic).
Concrete	Properties, testing, mix design, admixtures, self-compacting concrete, steel construction practices, stonemasonry, brickmasonry, RCC, block masonry.
Construction Equipment	Overview of various construction equipment.
Building Regulations in Tamil Nadu	Overview of building bye-laws and development regulations practiced in Tamil Nadu, including provisions for fire safety, lighting, ventilation, and acoustics.

Unit II: Engineering Survey

Topics Covered	Description
Survey Techniques	Chain, compass, plane table, levelling, theodolite, computation of area and volume, contour, traversing, traverse adjustment, heights and distances, tacheometry, triangulation.
Modern Survey Technologies	Total station, GPS, and remote sensing techniques for surveying.

Unit III: Engineering Mechanics and Strength of Materials

Topics Covered	Description
Mechanics of Materials	Forces, laws, center of gravity, moment of inertia, friction, stresses and strains, thermal stress, elastic constants.
Structural Elements and Analysis	Beams, bending moment, shear force, theory of simple bending, deflection, torsion, combined stresses, analysis of plane trusses.

Unit IV: Structural Analysis

Topics Covered	Description
Structural Analysis Methods	– Indeterminate beams – Stiffness and flexibility methods – Slope deflection – Moment distribution method
Structural Components	– Arches – Suspension cables – Theory of columns – Moving loads and influence lines – Matrix method – Stability of retaining walls – Plastic theory – Seismic analysis of high-rise buildings

Unit V: Geotechnical Engineering

Topics Covered	Description
Soil Mechanics	– Formation and types of soils – Classification for engineering practice – Field identification – Physical properties and testing of soils – Permeability characteristics of soils – Stress distribution in soils – Theory of consolidation – Shear strength parameters of soils
Foundation Engineering	– Terzaghi’s bearing capacity theory – Pile foundation and group action of piles – Settlement of foundations – Ground improvement techniques

Unit VI: Environmental Engineering and Pollution Control

Topics Covered	Description
Water Sources	Sources of water, water demand characteristics, and analysis of water.
Water Treatment	Hydraulics for conveyance and transmission, waterborne diseases, functional design of water treatment plant, desalination plant.
Sewage System	Characteristics and composition of sewage, planning and design of sewerage system, sewer appurtenances, pumping of sewage, sewage treatment and disposal.
Storm Water Management	Design of stormwater drain, plumbing system in high-rise buildings, industrial waste treatment, solid waste management, air and noise pollution control, e-waste management.

Unit VII: Design of Reinforced Concrete, Prestressed Concrete, and Steel Structures

Topics Covered	Description
Concrete Design	Limit state and working stress design concepts, design of slabs (one-way, two-way, flat slabs), design of singly and doubly reinforced sections, flanged sections.
Prestressed Structures	Pre-stressing systems and methods, post-tensioning slabs, design of pre-stressed members for flexure.
Steel Structures Design	Design of tension and compression members, bolted and welded connections, members of truss, columns, bases, beams, plate girders, gantry girder.
Liquid Storage Design	Design of liquid storage structures (elevated and underground), design of retaining wall.

Unit VIII: Hydraulics and Water Resources Engineering

Topics Covered	Description
Fluid Mechanics	Hydrostatics, applications of Bernoulli equation, losses in pipes, flow measurement in channels.
Water Resources Planning	Water resources in Tamil Nadu, master plan for water management, flood control, runoff estimation, hydrograph, flood routing, soil-plant-water relationship.
Irrigation Engineering	Water requirement for crops, irrigation methods, design of alluvial canal, design of headworks.
Water Logging Prevention	Water logging and land reclamation, cross drainage works.

Unit IX: Urban and Transportation Engineering

Topics Covered	Description
Urbanization and Planning	Urbanization trend and impact, slum clearance, slum improvement programs.
Transportation Modes	Different modes of transport and their characteristics.
Geometric Design of Highways	Geometric design of highways, pavement materials and testing, alternate pavement materials, modified binders.
Road and Rail Infrastructure	Design and construction of bituminous and concrete roads, pavement distress and evaluation, maintenance of roads, railways components, drainage in roads and railways.
Airport and Harbor Planning	Airport planning, components of the airport, site selection, runways, planning of terminal buildings, harbors and ports, layout of a harbor, docks, breakwaters.

Unit X: Project Management and Estimation

Topics Covered	Description
Construction Management	Construction planning, scheduling, monitoring, cost control, quality control, inspection, network analysis, CPM and PERT methods.
Resource Planning and Management	Resources planning and resource management.
Estimation Techniques	Types of estimates, preparation of technical specifications and tender documents, e-tender, building valuation.
Legal Aspects in Construction	Law relating to contracts and arbitration.

TNMAWS Mechanical Engineering Syllabus(Degree Standard)

Unit I: Mechanics, Kinetics, and Dynamics

Topics Covered	Description
Statics of Particles	Equilibrium of rigid bodies, mechanism of deformable bodies, properties of surfaces and solids.
Dynamics of Particles	Elements of rigid body dynamics, basics of mechanisms, kinematics of mechanisms, gyroscope.
Rigid Body Dynamics	Gears and gear trains, flywheels and governors, balancing of rotating and reciprocating masses.
Friction in Machine Elements	Force analysis, balancing, single-degree free vibration, forced vibration.
Vibration Control	Mechanisms for vibration control, effect of damping, vibration isolation, resonance, critical speed of shaft.

Unit II: Strength of Materials and Design

Topics Covered	Description
Stress and Strain	Deformation of solids, combined stresses, theories of failures, transverse loading on beams.
Beams and Shafts	Stresses in beams, torsion, deflection of beams, energy principles, thin cylinders, thick cylinders, spherical shells.
Machine Members Design	Design for strength and stiffness, design of shafts, couplings, static and dynamic loading.
Fasteners and Joints Design	Design of fasteners, welded joints, reverted joints, design of springs, bearings, flywheels.
Transmission Systems Design	Design of transmission systems for flexible elements, spur gears, parallel axis helical gears, bevel gears, worm gears, crossed helical gears.
Speed Reducers Design	Design of single and two-stage speed reducers, design of cam, clutches, brakes, piston, and connecting rods.

Unit III: Fluid Mechanics and Turbo Machinery

Topics Covered	Description
Fluid Mechanics	Fluid properties, fluid statics, manometry, control volume analysis, fluid acceleration, Bernoulli’s equation, dimensional analysis.
Viscous Flow and Boundary Layer	Viscous flow of incompressible fluids, boundary layer, elementary turbulent flow, flow through pipes, head losses in pipes, bends.
Turbo Machinery	Pelton wheel, Francis and Kaplan turbines, impulse and reaction principles, velocity diagrams, pumps, valves, jet propulsion, continuous flow monitoring system.

Unit IV: Thermal Engineering and Thermodynamics

Topics Covered	Description
Thermodynamics Basics	Zeroth, first, and second laws of thermodynamics, thermodynamic system and processes, Carnot cycle.
Gas Behavior	Ideal and real gases, thermodynamic relations, properties of pure substances, analysis of thermodynamic cycles, fuel and combustion.
Power Engineering	Steam tables, Rankine, Brayton cycles with regeneration and reheat, air-standard Otto, Diesel cycles.
Refrigeration and Air-Conditioning	Vapour refrigeration cycle, heat pumps, gas refrigeration, reverse Brayton cycle, moist air, psychometric chart, psychometric processes.

Unit V: Heat and Mass Transfer

Topics Covered	Description
Heat Transfer Modes	One-dimensional heat conduction, electrical analogy, unsteady heat conduction, fins, dimensionless parameters, correlations for heat transfer.
Convective Heat Transfer	Heat exchanger performance, LMTD and NTU methods, basic concepts of mass transfer, Fick’s law, convective mass transfer.
Mass Transfer	Molecular diffusion, steady-state molecular diffusion, momentum, heat and mass transfer analogy, convective mass transfer correlations, radioactive heat transfer.

Unit VI: Materials Science and Metallurgy

Topics Covered	Description
Alloys and Phase Diagrams	Constitution of alloys, phase diagrams, iron-iron carbide phase diagram, steels, cast iron, phase transformations, diffusion.
Heat Treatment	Heat treatment of ferrous and non-ferrous metals, surface modification techniques, powder metallurgy, non-metallic materials, mechanical properties and testing.
Crystal Defects	Crystal defects, strengthening mechanisms, conducting and semiconducting materials, magnetic and dielectric materials, engineering ceramics, polymers, composites, nano-materials.

Unit VII: Production Technology

Topics Covered	Description
Foundry Technology	Types of patterns, cores, molding and casting methods, solidification, design of castings, defects.
Metal Forming Processes	Types, defects, remedies, sheet metal operations, metal joining processes, types and design of weldments, welding metallurgy, welding defects.
Metal Cutting and Machining	Cutting tool nomenclature, machinability, machine tools, unconventional machining processes, micro manufacturing, CNC machine tools, manual part programming, machining, and turning centers.

Unit VIII: Metrology and Quality Control

Topics Covered	Description
Measurements and Interferometry	Limits, fits, tolerance, linear and angular measurements, interferometry, laser interferometers, CMM types, machine vision, form measurement.
Surface Finish Measurement	Contact and non-contact methods, measurement of power, flow, and temperature, statistical quality control, control charts, acceptance sampling, reliability, TQM, ISO standards.

Unit IX: CAD/CAM/CIM/FEA

Topics Covered	Description
Computer-Aided Design (CAD)	Fundamentals of computer graphics, geometric modeling, visual realism, assembly of parts, CAD standards.
Computer-Aided Manufacturing (CAM)	Production planning and control, computer-aided process planning, cellular manufacturing, flexible manufacturing systems, automated guided vehicle system.
Finite Element Analysis (FEA)	One-dimensional, two-dimensional scalar variable problems, two-dimensional vector variable problems, isometric parametric formulation.

Unit X: Industrial Engineering and Management

Topics Covered	Description
Work Study and Operations Research	Techniques, method study, work measurements, machine loading, scheduling, product sequencing, inventory control, operations research, linear programming, CPM, PERT, queuing models.
Management Principles	Management theory and practice, planning, decision making, organizing, staffing, motivation, leadership, controlling, control techniques, industrial safety, OSHA standards.

TNMAWS Electrical Engineering Syllabus(Degree Standard)

Unit I: Electrical Circuits

Topics Covered	Description
Circuit Elements	Kirchhoff’s Laws, Mesh, and Nodal Analysis, Network Theorems for DC and AC circuits.
Thevenin’s, Norton’s Theorems	Superposition Theorem, Maximum Power Transfer Theorem.
Sinusoidal Steady State Analysis	RL, RC, RLC Circuits, Resonant Circuits, Transient Response.
Two-Port Networks	Three-Phase Circuits, Star-Delta Transformation, Real and Reactive Power, Power Factor.

Unit II: Electric and Magnetic Fields

Topics Covered	Description
Coulomb’s Law	Electric Field Intensity, Electric Flux Density, Gauss’s Law, Divergence.
Electric Field and Potential	Charge Distributions, Effect of Dielectric Medium, Capacitance of Simple Configurations.
Magnetic Circuits	Magnetomotive Force, Reluctance, Faraday’s and Ampere’s Laws, Inductance, Coupled Circuits.

Unit III: Measurements and Instrumentation

Topics Covered	Description
Units and Standards	Static and Dynamic Characteristics, Types of Errors, Error Analysis.
Measurement of Current, Voltage	Power, Power Factor, Energy, Resistance, Inductance, Capacitance, Frequency.
Bridge Measurements	Instrument Transformers, Electronic Measuring Instruments, Transducers, Data Acquisition Systems.

Unit IV: Control Systems

Topics Covered	Description
Mathematical Modelling	Transfer Function, Block Diagrams, Signal Flow Graphs, Reduction using Mason’s Rule.
Time and Frequency Domain Analysis	Stability Criteria, Routh-Hurwitz Array, Nyquist Plot, Bode Plot, Root Locus.
Compensator Design	PI, PD, PID Controllers, State Variable Formulation, Controllability, Observability.

Unit V: Electrical Machines

Topics Covered	Description
DC Machines	Construction, Excitation Methods, Armature Reaction, Commutation, Testing, Characteristics.
Transformers	Types, Construction, Operation, Testing, Equivalent Circuits, Regulation, Parallel Operation.
Induction Machines	Construction, Operation, Rotating Magnetic Field, Performance, Starting, Speed Control.
Synchronous Machines	Construction, Performance Analysis, Voltage Regulation, Power Factor Improvement.

Unit VI: Power Systems

Topics Covered	Description
Single Line Diagram	Power Generation Types – Hydro, Thermal, Nuclear Stations, Pumped Storage Plants, Co-Generation.
Power Transmission	Modeling and Performance Characteristics of Power Transmission Lines and Cables, HVDC Transmission.
Stability of Power Systems	Load Flow Studies, Faults Analysis, Transient and Steady-State Stability, Voltage and Frequency Control, Power System Transients, Power System Protection.

Unit VII: Analog and Digital Electronics

Topics Covered	Description
Semiconductor Devices	PN Junctions, Transistors, FET, Zener, Photo Diodes, Rectifier Circuits, Voltage Regulators.
Amplifiers and Oscillators	Biasing Circuits, Small Signal Amplifiers, Feedback Amplifiers, Oscillators, Operational Amplifiers.
Digital Logic Gates	Logic Families, Simplification of Logic Functions, Design of Combinational and Sequential Logic Circuits.
Digital Processors	Architecture of 8085, 8086, 8051, Embedded Processors (ARM, PIC basics).

Unit VIII: Power Electronics and Drives

Topics Covered	Description
Power Semiconductor Devices	Diode, DIAC, SCR, TRIAC, GTO, MOSFET, IGBT, AC to DC Converters, Inverters.
Switched Mode Power Supplies	Buck, Boost, Buck-Boost Converter Topologies, Inverter Voltage Control, PWM Techniques.
Electrical Drives	Motor Load Dynamics, Speed Control of DC Drives, Converter/Chopper Fed DC Motor Drives, Speed Control of AC Drives.

Unit IX: Digital Processors and Communication

Topics Covered	Description
Digital Signal Processing	Discrete Fourier Transforms, FFT Computation, FIR and IIR Filters, Digital Communication Systems.
Data Communication	Network Topologies, OSI Protocol, IoT Concepts.

Unit X: Renewable Energy Sources and Storage Devices

Topics Covered	Description
Renewable Energy Sources	Solar Photovoltaic Cells, Microhydel, Wind Energy, Electric Vehicles, Fuel Cells.
Storage Devices	Batteries, Super Capacitors.

TNMAWS Town Planning Syllabus(Degree Standard)

UNIT I: INTRODUCTION TO PLANNING – SCOPE AND CONTENT

Topics Covered	Description
Planning System in India	Overview of the planning system in India.
Master Plan and Structure Plan	Introduction to Master Plan and Structure Plan in urban development.
New Town Concepts	Exploring new town concepts with case studies from India and the U.K.
Regional Planning	Evolution, types, and institutional framework for regional planning.
Multi-level Planning	Regional planning practices in India and case studies from the USA, U.K., Japan.

UNIT II: PLANNING THEORY AND TECHNIQUES

Topics Covered	Description
Evolution of Human Settlement Planning	Process of human settlement planning evolution.
Principles in Planning	Overview of planning principles and different planning modes.
Planning Surveys and Techniques	Types of planning surveys and techniques including Delphi, Trade off-game, etc.
Optimization and Economic Analysis	Methods for project formulation and implementation, PBBS, URDPFI Guidelines.

UNIT III: URBAN SOCIOLOGY, ECONOMICS, GEOGRAPHY

Topics Covered	Description
Socio-economic Groups	Analysis of socio-economic groups, structures, and institutions in urban and rural communities.
Ecological Processes	Understanding ecological processes and structures in Indian cities.
Economics of Urbanization	Agglomeration economics, economics of scale, multiplier effect concept.
Land-use Determinants	Factors influencing land-use, locational dynamics of urban land-use.

UNIT IV: ENVIRONMENTAL ISSUES RELATED TO PLANNING

Topics Covered	Description
Components of Environment	Overview of environmental components and resources.
Environmental Protection	Purpose, objectives, and institutional/legal support for environmental protection.
Environmental Impact Assessment	Types, conceptual approach, phases, and public participation in EIA.
Sustainable Planning	Concepts like eco-cities, compact cities, and smart growth in environmental planning.

UNIT V: URBAN INFRASTRUCTURE NETWORK PLANNING ISSUES

Topics Covered	Description
Obligatory and Discretionary Services	Understanding obligatory and discretionary urban services.
National Building Code	Norms and standards, demand strategy, and issues related to infrastructure development.
Operation and Management	Effective system analysis, network options, and public-private partnership in infrastructure.

UNIT VI: PROJECT FORMULATION AND IMPLEMENTATION

Topics Covered	Description
Types of Projects	Overview of project types and the project cycle.
Capital Investment Program	Internal Rate of Return, Net Present Value, cost-benefit analysis, and budgeting.
Project Appraisal Techniques	Socio-cultural assessment, monitoring, and impact evaluation.

UNIT VII: PLANNING LEGISLATION AND LEGAL FRAMEWORK

Topics Covered	Description
Concept of Law	Understanding the concept of law, Indian Constitution, and property rights.
Planning Legislation in India	Development and significance of planning legislation in India.
Local Body Finance	Implications of land ceiling, betterment levy, development charges, and the Tamil Nadu Real Estate Act.

UNIT VIII: ISSUES IN TRAFFIC AND TRANSPORTATION PLANNING

Topics Covered	Description
Traffic Characteristics	Highway classification, land use and transportation relationships.
Transportation Planning Process	Sight distance, intersections, traffic surveys, and transit-oriented development.

UNIT IX: REMOTE SENSING AND G.I.S., IN PLANNING

Topics Covered	Description
Basics of Remote Sensing and GIS	Introduction to remote sensing, GIS, and their applications in planning.
Spatial Data Analysis	Identifying spatial data layers, applications of GPS, and spatial data digitization.

UNIT X: CURRENT TRENDS AND ISSUES IN PLANNING

Topics Covered	Description
Sustainable Urban Development	Concepts and practices in sustainable urban development.
E-Governance and Development Plans	Integration of E-Governance, business plans, and development schemes.
Land Pooling and Development Concepts	Innovative concepts like land pooling, value capture finance, and redevelopment plans.

TNMAWS Architecture Syllabus(Degree Standard)

UNIT I: THEORY OF ARCHITECTURE

Topics Covered	Description
Definition of Architecture	Integration of aesthetics and function.
Elements of Architecture	Form, space, light, color, etc.
Principles of Architecture	Proportion, scale, balance, rhythm, symmetry, hierarchy, pattern, and axis.
Functional Aspects of Architecture	Site, structure, skin, circulation, etc.
Concepts in Architectural Design	Understanding the meaning of character & style of buildings with examples.
Design Communication & Graphics	Techniques for communicating architectural designs.

UNIT II: HISTORY OF ARCHITECTURE & CULTURE

Topics Covered	Description
Egyptian, West Asian, Greek & Roman Architecture	Factors influencing styles, architectural character with examples.
Buddhist Architecture	Overview of Buddhist architectural contributions.
Evolution of Hindu Temple	Architectural contributions of Dravidian, Pallava, Chola, Pandya, and Indo-Aryan Periods.
Development of Indo-Islamic Architecture	Delhi Sultanate, Provincial & Mughal styles.
Modern Architecture	Philosophies, schools of thought in Europe, three generations of modern architects, and their contributions.
CIAM, TEAM X, Post-Modern Architecture	Overview of architectural movements and styles.
Architecture of India under Colonial Rule	Architectural developments during the colonial period.
Post-Independent Architecture of India	Architectural trends after India gained independence.
Contemporary World Architecture & Parametric Design	Overview of contemporary global architecture and parametric design.

UNIT III: MATERIALS AND CONSTRUCTION TECHNIQUES

Topics Covered	Description
Properties, Characteristics, Strengths	Materials covered: Stone, brick, clay products, lime, cement, mortar, timber, concrete, metals, glass, plastics, asphalt, sealants, adhesives.
Manufacturing, Components & Applications	Detailed study of the manufacturing processes, components, and applications of the mentioned materials.
Rural Building Materials	Exploration of materials like bamboo, soil, etc., used in rural construction.

UNIT IV: BUILDING SYSTEMS AND SERVICES CURRENT DEVELOPMENT & NEW TRENDS

Topics Covered	Description
Water Supply & Plumbing	Sources, treatment, distribution systems, plumbing systems in various buildings, types of pumps.
Waste Water & Sewage Disposal	Primary & secondary treatments, modern sewage treatment plants, sewer line fixtures, septic tanks.
Solid Waste Management	Collection, treatment, disposal, drainage systems, incinerator, composting, vermicomposting, sanitary landfill, bio-gas system.
Electrical & Electronic Systems	Installations in buildings, electrical wiring, communication & data systems, lighting design, air conditioning systems, vertical movement systems.
Fire Safety	Detection system, alarm system, firefighting systems, automatic sprinklers, smoke detectors, NBC guidelines.
Acoustics	Fundamentals, design & construction measures for sound reinforcement, surface treatment for interiors.

UNIT V: HUMAN SETTLEMENTS PLANNING

Topics Covered	Description
Origin of Human Settlements	In India & globally, river valley civilizations, traditional planning principles, vernacular architecture.
Elements of Human Settlements	Functions, linkages, structure, and form.
Urban Planning & Renewal	Master planning, zoning regulations, SEZ, PUD, urban renewal, redevelopment, rehabilitation, conservation, JNNURM.
DCR, CRZ for Coastal Areas	Development Control Rules and Coastal Regulation Zone for coastal areas.
Issues in Contemporary Urban Planning	Exploration of current issues in urban planning.

UNIT VI: URBAN STUDIES – Urban Design, Urban Housing & Conservation

Topics Covered	Description
Urban Design	Aspects, scope, and components of urban space. Historic urban forms, theorizing, and reading urban space.
Urban Planning & Renewal	Master planning, zoning regulations, SEZ, PUD, urban renewal, redevelopment, rehabilitation, conservation, JNNURM.
DCR, CRZ for coastal areas	Development Control Rules and Coastal Regulation Zone for coastal areas.
Issues in Contemporary Urban Planning	Contemporary issues in urban planning.

UNIT VII: ENVIRONMENTAL STUDIES, SITE PLANNING & LANDSCAPE ECOLOGY

Topics Covered	Description
Environmental Studies	Environment, ecosystems, biodiversity, environmental pollution, human population, social issues, and environmental laws in India.
Site Planning	Basic terminologies, surveying methods, levelling, site drawings, site analysis, on-site & off-site factors, microclimate, site planning principles.
Landscape Ecology	Introduction to landscape architecture, elements of landscape design, garden design, site planning for various areas, urban open spaces, street landscaping, green roofs, and walls.

UNIT VIII: CLIMATIC DESIGN & ENERGY EFFICIENT ARCHITECTURE

Topics Covered	Description
Climatic Design	Climate and human comfort, solar control, heat flow, air movement patterns, design strategies for different climate types.
Energy Efficient Architecture	Importance, significance, passive heating and cooling techniques, daylighting, natural ventilation, use of renewable energy systems, current and future trends.

UNIT IX: CONSTRUCTION TECHNOLOGY & PROJECT MANAGEMENT

Topics Covered	Description
Construction Systems & Practice	Construction methods, equipment, technology for high-rise buildings, construction management.
Project Management	Introduction, critical path method, cost model analysis, PERT network, computerized project management.

UNIT X: PROFESSIONAL ETHICS & TOOLS FOR PRACTICE

Topics Covered	Description
Architectural Profession	Code of conduct, ethics, role of COA & IIA, architect’s services, scale of fees, architectural competitions.
Specification & Estimation	Necessity, importance, types, and classification of specifications, specification writing, estimation (approximate & detailed), current trends.
Drawing & Visualization Tools	Image editing, 2D & 3D modeling, 3D visualization, tools like Photoshop, AutoCAD, Revit, 3D MAX, SketchUp.

TNMAWS Public Health & Sanitation Syllabus(Degree Standard)

Unit I: Chemistry

Topics Covered	Description
Pesticide Chemistry	Composition & reaction of various pesticides. Applied Chemistry – Manufacture of soap, oils, detergents, food products, Adulteration of Consumables.
Chemical & Physical Properties of Water	pH, treatment methods – hard water – heavy water. Chemicals used for water treatment.
Spot Test Reagents	Cupferron, DMG, thiourea, magneson, alizarin, and Nessler reagent.
Coordination Compounds	Application and estimation of nickel using DMG, aluminum using oxine. Biologically important coordination compounds – Chlorophyll, hemoglobin, vitamin – B12. Metal Carbonyls.
Green Catalysis	Heterogeneous and bio-catalysis.
Analytical Chemistry	Data Analysis, Theory of errors, Precision, accuracy, error analysis, expressing precision, average deviation, standard deviation, confidence limit. Purification of solid compounds. Chromatography Techniques.
Radioactivity	Alpha rays, Beta rays, Gamma rays, Disintegration theory, Half-life period, Gieger – Nuttal rule, Artificial radioactivity, Induced radioactivity.

Unit II: Zoology

Topics Covered	Description
Human Physiology	Function of Digestion, Circulation, Respiration, Excretion, Nervous system, Metabolism.
Ecology	Ecosystem, Food Chain and Food Web, Population Ecology, Human Population environment, Animal Population.
Introduction to Microbes	Zoonosis, Immunology. Insects – Beneficial and harmful insects. Rodents & their control.
Genetics, Biomolecules, Chemical bonds	Organic reactions, Catalysis, Volumetric Analysis, Purification of Organic Compounds, Polymers, Chromatography, Laboratory Hygiene, and Safety Rules.
Economic Entomology	Vermiculture, Economic Zoology.
Natural Resources	Renewable and Non-Renewable resources. Environment & Sanitation – Air and Ventilation – Solid Waste Management – Bio-Medical Waste – Plastic Waste.

Unit III: Microbiology

Topics Covered	Description
Micro-organism	Beneficial & harmful micro-organisms, Metabolism, Enzymes, Vitamins, Immunology.
Human Anatomy and Physiology	Human Microbial diseases, Molecular biology and Genetic Engineering. Medical Bacteriology, Virology, Mycology, and Parasitology.
Sources of infection & mode of infections	Pathogenic microorganisms & their Control & Management. Life cycle of mosquitoes, flies, bed bugs, lice, fleas, ticks, mites, protozoans, triematodes, Cestodes.
Water borne, air borne diseases	Communicable & non-communicable diseases. Common diseases of the respiratory system and nervous system.
Food Microbiology	Environmental Microbiology and Industrial Microbiology. Microbial genetics, Vermiculture, Ecosystem.

Unit IV: Bio-Chemistry

Topics Covered	Description
Nutrition Education	Introduction to nutrition education, methods and media, Carbohydrates, Proteins & Liquids.
Control of Disease-Causing Organisms	Bio Physical chemistry, Collision Theory, Enzymes, Metabolism of food, Metabolic pathways, Food ecology.
Genetics, Gene regulation, Vaccines	Bio analytical techniques, Nutritional Biochemistry, Bio Organic chemistry. Indian medicinal plants.
Various sources of drugs	Classification of drugs, mechanism of drug action, absorption of drugs, routes of administration.
AIDS	Overview of Anesthetics, Antipyretics, and anti-inflammatory agents, Antibiotics, Antiseptics, and disinfectants. Composition of blood. Blood pressure, Diabetes, and other non-communicable diseases.

Unit V: Public Health

Topics Covered	Description
Public Health Services, Administration	Laboratories, Tamil Nadu Public Health Act. Human Anatomy and Physiology, Statistics, and basics of Epidemiology.
Drainage, Sanitary Convenience	Abatement of nuisance, Prevention, notification & treatment of diseases, Notified infectious diseases, Maternity & Child Welfare.
Sanitation & Buildings	Abatement of Overcrowding, Lodging houses, Food control, Fairs & Festivals. Provisions of acts & rules related to Public Health & Sanitation. SWM act – 2016, Registration of birth & death act 1969, Act & rules related to Waste Management & environment Management.
National health programs	Control measures of corona, Swine flu, dengue, Immunity & immunization. Care & treatment of patients with infection, Disinfection & Sterilization, First aid & emergency care. Vital Health Statistics & maintenance of records.
Human behavior, Health Seeking Behavior	Social control, SBCC (Social and Behavioral Change Communication), Public Policy, Disasters and Health Management. Principles and modes of Health education & IEC activities.

Unit VI: Environmental Science

Topics Covered	Description
Water	Use and over-exploitation of surface and ground water, floods, droughts, conflicts over water. Water Contamination – BoD, CoD, Eutrophication, dissolved oxygen, flora & fauna in water bodies.
Ecosystem and Environmental ecology	Ecology and health, Environmental Health, Population growth and explosion, impacts on the environment. Role of IT in Environmental Health, Food chain and Web. Human health and welfare, Animal Population and human health.
Environmental Pollution	Types, causes, effects, and controls: Air, Water, soil, and noise Pollution. Management of Nuclear hazards and human health risks.
Solid and Liquid Waste Management	Control measures of urban and industrial waste.
Environmental Laws	Environment Protection Act, Air (Prevention & Control of Pollution) Act; Water (Prevention and Control of Pollution) Act; Wildlife Protection Act; Forest Conservation Act. International agreements: Montreal and Kyoto protocols, Convention on Biological Diversity (CBD).
Resettlement and rehabilitation	Disaster management: floods, earthquake, cyclone, and landslides. Global Climate Change and its impacts. Environmental movements: Chipko, Silent Valley, Bishnois of Rajasthan. Environmental conservation. Environmental communication and public awareness.

Unit VII: Planning

Topics Covered	Description
Theory of Architecture	Definition of Architecture, Elements and Principles of Architecture, Functional aspects, Concepts in Architectural Design, Design Communication & Graphics.
History of Architecture & Culture	Architectural styles – Egyptian, West Asian, Greek & Roman, Buddhist, Indo-Aryan, Indo-Islamic, Modern Architecture. Colonial and post-independent architecture. Contemporary World Architecture.
Materials and Construction Techniques	Properties, characteristics, strengths of materials. Construction methods & detailing for Stone, Brick, Clay Products, Lime, Cement, Timber, Concrete, Metals, Glass, Plastics, Asphalt, Sealants & Adhesives.
Building Systems and Services	Water Supply & Plumbing, Waste water & Sewage Disposal, Solid Waste Management, Electrical & Electronic Systems, Lighting Design, Air conditioning, Vertical Movement systems, Fire safety, Acoustics.
Human Settlements Planning	Origin of Human settlements, Traditional planning principles, Vernacular architecture, Classical & Medieval planning, Evolution of modern planning concepts, Urban Planning & Renewal. DCR, CRZ for coastal areas, Contemporary Urban planning issues.
Urban Studies – Urban Design, Housing & Conservation	Urban Design aspects, Historic urban form, Indian Urbanism, Theorizing & Reading urban space, Housing issues, Conservation – Adaptive reuse, International agencies, Conservation Planning.

Unit VIII: Climatic Design & Energy Efficient Architecture

Topics Covered	Description
Climate & Human comfort	Solar Control, Heat flow through materials, Air movement patterns. Design strategies for different climate types.
Energy Efficiency	Passive Heating & Cooling techniques, Day Lighting & Natural ventilation, Renewable energy systems. Current & future trends.

Unit IX: Construction Technology & Project Management

Topics Covered	Description
Construction systems & Practice	Construction methods & equipments, Construction Technology for High-rise buildings.
Project Management	Project Programming, Critical path method, Cost model analysis, PERT network, Computerized Project Management.

Unit X: Professional Ethics & Tools for Practice

Topics Covered	Description
Architectural profession	Code of conduct & ethics, Role of COA & IIA, Architect’s Services, Tender & Contracts, Legal aspects, Important Legislations & current trends.
Specification, Estimation	Necessity, importance, types & classification. Specification writing, Estimation (Approximate & detailed).
Drawing & Visualization tools	Image editing, 2D & 3D modeling, 3D visualization – Photoshop, AutoCAD, Revit, 3D MAX, SketchUp.

TNMAWS General Studies Syllabus(Degree Standard)

Unit I: General Science

Topics Covered	Description
Scientific Knowledge and Scientific temper	Power of Reasoning
Rote Learning Vs Conceptual Learning	Science as a tool to understand the past, present, and future
Nature of Universe	General Scientific Laws, Mechanics, Properties of Matter, Force, Motion, Energy, Everyday applications
Elements and Compounds	Acids, Bases, Salts, Petroleum Products, Fertilizers, Pesticides
Life Science	Classification, Evolution, Genetics, Physiology, Nutrition, Health, Hygiene, Human diseases
Environment and Ecology

Unit II: Current Events

Topics Covered	Description
History	Latest diary of events, National symbols, Profile of States, Eminent personalities, Sports, Books, authors
Polity	Political parties, Political system in India, Public awareness, General administration, Welfare-oriented Government schemes
Geography	Geographical landmarks
Economics	Current socio-economic issues
Science	Latest inventions in Science and Technology
Prominent personalities	Arts, Science, Literature, Philosophy

Unit III: Geography of India

Topics Covered	Description
Location	Physical features, Monsoon, Rainfall, Weather, Climate
Water resources	Rivers, Soil, Minerals, Natural resources
Social geography	Population density, Distribution, Racial, Linguistic groups, Major tribes
Natural calamity	Disaster Management, Environmental pollution, Climate change, Green energy

Unit IV: History and Culture of India

Topics Covered	Description
Indus valley civilization	Guptas, Delhi Sultans, Mughals, Marathas
Change and Continuity	Socio-Cultural History of India
Characteristics of Indian culture	Unity in diversity, Race, language, custom
India as a Secular State	Social Harmony

Unit V: Indian Polity

Topics Covered	Description
Constitution of India	Preamble, Salient features, Union, State, Union Territory
Citizenship	Fundamental rights, Fundamental duties, Directive Principles of State Policy
Union Executive, Legislature	State Executive, Legislature, Local governments, Panchayat Raj
Spirit of Federalism	Centre-State Relationships
Election	Judiciary in India, Rule of law
Corruption in public life	Anti-corruption measures, Lokpal, LokAyukta, Right to Information, Empowerment of women, Consumer protection forums, Human rights charter

Unit VI: Indian Economy

Topics Covered	Description
Nature of Indian economy	Five year plan models, Planning Commission, Niti Ayog
Sources of revenue	Reserve Bank of India, Fiscal Policy, Monetary Policy, Finance Commission, Resource sharing, Goods and Service Tax
Structure of Indian Economy	Employment Generation, Land reforms, Agriculture, Industrial growth, Rural welfare oriented programmes, Social problems, Population, Education, Health, Employment, Poverty

Unit VII: Indian National Movement

Topics Covered	Description
National renaissance	Early uprising against British rule, Indian National Congress
Different modes of Agitation	Growth of Satyagraha, Militant movements
Communalism and partition

Unit VIII: History, Culture, Heritage and Socio – Political Movements in Tamil Nadu

Topics Covered	Description
History of Tamil Society	Archaeological discoveries, Tamil Literature from Sangam age till contemporary times
Thirukural	Significance, Relevance to Everyday Life, Impact on Humanity, Universal Values, Philosophical content
Role of Tamil Nadu in freedom struggle	Early agitations, Role of women
Evolution of 19th and 20th Century Socio-Political movements	Justice Party, Rationalism, Self Respect Movement, Dravidian movement, Contributions of leaders

Unit IX: Development Administration in Tamil Nadu

Topics Covered	Description
Human Development Indicators	Comparative assessment, Impact of Social Reform movements
Political parties and Welfare schemes	Reservation Policy, Economic trends, Social welfare schemes, Social Justice, Social Harmony
Education and Health systems	Geography of Tamil Nadu, Achievements of Tamil Nadu, e-governance

Unit X: Aptitude and Mental Ability

Topics Covered	Description
Simplification	Percentage, HCF, LCM
Ratio and Proportion
Simple interest, Compound interest	Area, Volume, Time and Work
Logical Reasoning	Puzzles, Dice, Visual Reasoning, Alpha numeric Reasoning,

TNMAWS Tamil Eligibility Test Syllabus

TNMAWS Civil Engineering Syllabus(Diploma Standard)

Unit-I: Engineering Mechanics

Topics Covered	Description
Direct Stresses and Strains	Tensile and compressive stresses due to axial forces, Deformation of elastic bar, Shear force and bending moment diagrams for statically determinate beams, Geometrical properties of sections, Stresses in beams and shafts.
Pin Jointed Perfect Frames	Frames with vertical loads on nodal points (method of joints only).

Unit-II: Mechanics of Structure

Topics Covered	Description
Deflection of Beams	Cantilever and simply supported beams, Shear force and bending moment diagrams for statically indeterminate structures, Euler’s and Rankin’s formula for columns, Stresses due to eccentric loads, Combined stresses in rectangular sections.

Unit-III: Construction Materials & Construction Practice

Topics Covered	Description
Construction Materials	Bricks, Tiles, Cement, Fine Aggregate, Coarse Aggregate, Timber, Plywood, Steel, Glass, Plastics, PVC, UPVC, Paints, Mortars, Concrete.
Construction Practice	Different types, qualities, requirements, standard specifications, Admixtures, Foundations, Masonry, Floors, Roofs, Doors and Windows, Weathering Course, Damp proof course, Plastering, Painting, Colour Washing.

Unit-IV: Transportation Engineering

Topics Covered	Description
Roads	Different types, methods of formation, Hill roads, Camber, gradient, super elevation, pavements, drainage system.
Traffic Engineering	Bridges classification, Site selection, Alignment, Foundation, Substructure, Super-structure. Sub-grade soil, Soil mass properties, Grain size classification, Atterberg limits.

Unit-V: Hydraulics

Topics Covered	Description
Measurement of Pressure	Pressure in liquids, Pressure distribution, Total pressure on immersed surfaces. Types of flow, Flow through pipes, Losses, Hydraulic gradient, Bernoulli’s theorem.
Flow through Channels	Bazin’s and Manning’s formula, Economical sections for open channels. Pumps, Types, Characteristics, Discharge, Power, Efficiency. Groundwater, Types of well, Test for yield of wells.

Unit-VI: Surveying

Topics Covered	Description
Types of Surveys	Chain surveying, Compass surveying, Levelling, Contour surveying. Theodolite surveying, Trigonometric leveling, Tacheometry. Field work, Curves, Global Positioning System (GPS).

Unit-VII: Environmental Engineering and Pollution Control

Topics Covered	Description
Sources of Water	Conveyance of water, Treatment, Quality, Tests, Distribution systems. Sewers, Collection, Conveyance, Appurtenances, Drainage arrangements, Sanitary fittings. Treatment and disposal of sewage.

Unit-VIII: Estimating and Costing

Topics Covered	Description
Systems of Taking Out Quantities	Trade and Group systems, Material requirement for different items of works. Preparation of data, Reports.
Valuation of Buildings and Properties	Fixation of rents, Approximate estimates, Detailed estimate, Abstract estimate.

Unit-IX: Structural Engineering

Topics Covered	Description
Reinforced Cement Concrete Structure	Analysis and design of singly and doubly reinforced rectangular and T-beam sections. Cantilever, simply supported, continuous beams. One way and two way slabs. Lintels and sunshades.
Steel Structures	Simple beams, Tension and compression members, Simple columns.

Unit-X: Construction Management

Topics Covered	Description
Planning of a Project	Factors to be considered, Project reports, Organization structure, Construction planning. CPM and PERT networks.
Contracts	Tenders, Tender documents. Bill supervision, Quality control. Safety measures.
Banking Practice	Cash flow diagrams. Entrepreneurship, Ethics in Engineering. Use of computers, Information Management, Financial Management.
Disaster Management	Types of Natural calamities, Causes for major disaster. Preparedness, Response and Recovery.

TNMAWS Mechanical Engineering Syllabus(Diploma Standard)

Unit-I: Industrial Management

Topics Covered	Description
X and Y Theories of Management	Contributions of Henry Fayol and F.W. Taylor for Management.
Job Evaluation	Ranking method, Factor comparison method.
Motivating Techniques	Techniques to enhance motivation.
Pricing and Break-even Analysis	Fixing selling price of a product. Break-even analysis for make or buy decision.
Depreciation Methods	Sinking fund method and straight line method.
Inventory Management	ABC analysis, Determination of Economic Order Quantity (EOQ).
Quality Management	Total Quality Management (TQM), ISO standards, Certification.

Unit-II: Industrial Engineering

Topics Covered	Description
Plant Location	Factors influencing plant location.
Layout Principles	Principles of layout, Techniques to improve layout.
Safety and Accident Prevention	Primary and secondary causes of accidents, Personal protective devices.
Method Study	Procedure, Flow diagram, String diagram, Two-handed process chart.
Motion Economy	Principles of motion economy.
Time Study	Stopwatch time study, Production study, Ratio delay study.
Production Planning and Control	Objectives of preplanning, Routing, Scheduling, Despatching, Controlling.
Inspection and Quality Control	Difference between inspection and quality control.
Plant Maintenance	Types of plant maintenance, Total Productive Maintenance (TPM).

Unit-III: Production Technology

Topics Covered	Description
Foundry	Patterns, Special casting techniques.
Welding and Hot/Cold Working	Techniques and processes.
Powder Metallurgy	Process and applications.
Plastics, Rubber, Ceramics	Materials and manufacturing processes.
Lathe Work, Milling, Grinding	Machining processes.
Gears Manufacturing	Principles and practices.
Heat Treatment and Metal Finishing	Techniques and applications.
Press Work	Metal forming processes.

Unit-IV: Electrical and Electronics Engineering

Topics Covered	Description
Basic Electrical Concepts	Units, Ohm’s law, Kirchoff’s law, Faraday’s law, D.C. Circuits.
Alternating Current (AC) Circuits	Single phase and three phase AC circuits, Induction motors.
Electronics	Diodes, Resistors, Capacitors, Transistors, Logic gates.

Unit-V: Mechanics of Materials

Topics Covered	Description
Mechanical Properties of Metals	Simple stresses and strains, Modulus of elasticity.
Thin Cylinders and Bending Moment	Bending moment and shear force, Theory of simple bending.
Torsion and Springs	Torsion, Transmission of motion, Gear drives, Belt drives.

Unit-VI: Heat Power Engineering

Topics Covered	Description
Otto and Diesel Cycles	Working principle and comparison, Construction of engines.
Compressors and Steam Turbines	Single and multistage compressors, Construction of steam turbines.
Nuclear Power Plant and Vapour Compression Cycle	Main elements of nuclear power plant, Vapour compression cycle.
Air Conditioning Systems	Window air conditioner, Central air conditioning system.

Unit-VII: Computer Applications

Topics Covered	Description
Basics of Computers	Working principle, Classification, Input/Output devices.
Flow Charting and Software Applications	MS Office & Star Office, Creating documents, Presentations.

Unit-VIII: Fluid Mechanics and Machinery

Topics Covered	Description
Measurement of Pressure	Differential manometer, Venturimeter, Orifice meter.
Fluid Flow and Turbines	Types of flow, Pelton wheel, Francis turbine, Kaplan turbine.
Pumps and Compressors	Reciprocating pumps, Centrifugal pumps, Gear pumps.

Unit-IX: Computer Integrated Manufacturing

Topics Covered	Description
Computer-Aided Design (CAD)	Geometric modeling, Graphic standards, CAM and CNC.
Computer-Aided Manufacturing (CAM)	Group technology, Part families, CNC machines.
Computer Numerical Control (CNC)	Components of CNC, Part program, Interpolation.

Unit-X: Design of Machine Elements

Topics Covered	Description
Material Selection and Bearings	Factors affecting material selection, Bearings.
Cams and Followers	Types and applications.

TNMAWS Electrical Engineering Syllabus(Diploma Standard)

Unit-I: Circuit Theory and DC Machines

Topics Covered	Description
Electrostatics	Fundamentals of electric circuits, DC circuits, Network Theorems.
Single Phase and 3 Phase AC Circuits	Resonant circuits, Electromagnetism. DC Generator – Types, construction, working, characteristic curves, Armature reaction. DC Motor – Types, construction, working, characteristics, commutation, application, speed control, DC Starters, Maintenance. Storage Batteries.

Unit-II: A.C. Machines and Special Machines

Topics Covered

Description

Single Phase Transformer

Construction, EMF equation, OC & SC Test, Regulation, efficiency, parallel operation. Three Phase Transformer – Construction, Testing, Parallel operation, Maintenance. Alternator – Construction, EMF equation, methods of obtaining sine-wave, parallel operation, Testing, Voltage regulation. Synchronous Motor – Construction, starting methods, application. 3 Phase Induction Motor – Construction, working principle, phasor diagram, starters, speed control, maintenance. Single Phase Induction Motors – Working principle, types, applications. Special machines – PMSM, SRM, Stepper motor, PMBLDC motors.

Unit-III: Measurements and Instruments

Topics Covered

Description

Classification and Characteristics of Instruments

Operating forces, Construction and working of M.I., MC, and Dynamometer type instruments. Instrument transformers, Direct measurement of current, voltage, resistance. Measurement of Power, Energy meters (single phase and 3 phase), Power factor, Maximum demand indicator, Synchroscope, Frequency. AC Bridges – Anderson bridge, Schering bridge. Cathode Ray Oscilloscope, Sensing elements, Transducers (Passive, Active).

Unit-IV: Electronic Devices and Circuits

Topics Covered

Description

Semiconductor Diodes

Rectifiers – Half wave, full wave, Bridge rectifier, Filters. 3 Phase rectifiers. Bipolar Junction Transistors (BJT) – Biasing, configuration. Field Effect Transistors (JFET, MOSFET) and Uni-Junction Transistor (UJT). Transistor oscillators, Special semiconductor devices – Gunn diode, Varactor diode, Zener diode, Tunnel diode. Silicon Controlled Rectifier (SCR), DIAC, TRIAC, IGBT, Optoelectronic devices – LDR, LED, LCD, Optocoupler, IR transmitter and receiver, Laser diode, Solar cell, Photo diode, Photo transistor. Diode clipper, Diode clamper, Voltage doubler, Multivibrators – Astable, Monostable, Bistable. Schmitt trigger.

Unit-V: Analog and Digital Electronics

Topics Covered	Description
Operational Amplifiers	Characteristics, Applications. Number system, Boolean algebra. De-Morgan’s theorems, Logic gates, Digital logic families. Combinational circuits, Sequential circuits – Flipflops, Counters, Shift registers. Memory devices, D/A and A/D converters.

Unit-VI: Generation, Transmission, and Switch Gear

Topics Covered	Description
Generation of Electrical Energy	Interconnected system, Load curves, Load duration curves, Tariff, Economics of power generation. Fuel cells. AC transmission, Voltage regulation, Transmission efficiency, Sag. HVDC transmission, Line Insulators, Underground cables, Cable faults, Murray loop test for cable fault detection. Circuit breakers, Lightning arrestors, Fuses, HRC fuse, Protective relays, Grounding.

Unit-VII: Distribution and Utilization

Topics Covered

Description

AC and DC Distribution

Substations, Busbar system. Industrial Drives – Types of electric drives, choice of electric motor. Electric Traction – System of track electrification, Traction mechanics, Traction motors and control, Magnetic levitation. Illumination – Laws of illumination, Lighting systems, Construction and characteristics of Arc, Incandescent, Sodium vapour, Mercury vapour, CFL, and LED lamps. Electric heating, Electric furnaces, Electric welding, Electric welding equipment.

Unit-VIII: Micro Processor and Micro Controller

Topics Covered	Description
Introduction to Microprocessors	8085 microprocessor – Architecture, Instruction set, Addressing mode, Instruction cycle. 8051 microcontroller – Architecture, Instruction set, Assembler, Addressing modes, Programmes, I/O programming, Timer programming, Serial communication, Interrupts, IC 8255, Peripheral interfacing techniques with 8051, Applications.

Unit-IXA: Power Electronics and Drives

Topics Covered	Description
Thyristor Family	SCR trigger circuits, Commutation circuits. Phase controlled rectifier, Choppers, Inverters, SMPS, UPS. Control of DC drives – Four-quadrant control of DC motor, Control of AC drives.

Unit-IXB: Electrical Estimation & Energy Auditing

Topics Covered	Description
Indian Electricity Rules – 1956	Standard symbols for various wiring items, accessories. Wiring systems, wire size, Selection of fuses. Earthing, Testing of installations. Domestic, commercial, and industrial installation estimate. Energy auditing, Energy conservation. Selection of cable, Lighting systems, Pumping systems.

Unit-X: Control of Electrical Machines

Topics Covered

Description

Control Circuit Components

Switches, relays, timers, contactors. DC motor control circuits – Jogging, dynamic braking, plugging, reversing control circuit, speed control using UJT & SCR. AC motor control circuits – DOL starter, Auto transformer starter, Star-delta starter. Rotor resistance starter, plugging, dynamic braking. Industrial control circuits – Programmable logic controller (PLC), Components of PLC, Input module, output module, programming, Ladder diagram for DOL, star-delta starter.

TNMAWS Architecture Syllabus(Diploma Standard)

Unit-I: Engineering Mechanics

Topics Covered	Description
Simple Stresses and Strain	Stress and Strain, Modulus of Elasticity / Elastic constants, Application in engineering field.
Behaviour of Materials	Ductile and brittle materials, Loads, Shear Force, Bending Moment.
Geometrical properties of sections	Centroid, Moment of Inertia, Stress in Beams and Shafts, Torsion, Pin Jointed Frames.

Unit-II: Building Materials & Construction

Topics Covered	Description
Properties of Materials	Characteristics, strengths, manufacturing, components & applications of Stone, Brick, Lime, etc.
Methods of Construction & Detailing	Construction methods and detailing for various materials including Concrete, Metals, Plastics, etc.

Unit-III: History & Theory of Architecture

Topics Covered	Description
History of Architecture	Architectural history from Egyptian and Greek to Modern and Contemporary architecture.
Theory of Architecture	Fundamental elements and principles of architecture, including form, space, light, and color.

Unit-IV: Structural Engineering

Topics Covered	Description
Slope and Deflection of Beams	Propped Cantilevers, Fixed Beams, Arches, Continuous Beams, Moment Distribution Method, Columns and Struts.
Earth Pressure and Retaining Walls	Working Stress Method Design of Beams, Slabs, Columns, Footings, and Welded Connections.

Unit-V: Environmental Engineering

Topics Covered	Description
Water Supply & Sewage Disposal	Collection, Conveyance, Treatment, and Distribution of Water; Sewage Treatment and Disposal.
Environmental Pollution and Control	Management of Industrial Wastewater, Solid Waste Disposal, and Measures for Environmental Control.

Unit-VI: Building Services

Topics Covered	Description
Water Supply & Sewage Disposal	Mechanical Systems, Electrical Systems, Ventilation, Lighting, Air Conditioning.
Fire Hazards, Safety & Design Regulations	Vertical Transportation systems, Acoustics, Fire Safety, and Design Regulations.

Unit-VII: Site Survey & Planning

Topics Covered	Description
Chain Surveying, Compass Surveying, Levelling	Plane Table Surveying, Theodolite, Contouring, Site Drawings, Marking, Dimensioning.

Unit-VIII: Specification & Estimation

Topics Covered	Description
Detailed Estimate	Measurements, Material Requirement, Specification, Report Writing, Approximate Estimates.

Unit-IX: Town Planning

Topics Covered	Description
Town Planning Principles	Road and Street Planning, Housing, Economy, Society, Environment and Transport Policy and Planning.
Town Planning Rules, Building Bye-Laws	Development Control Rules, Regulations governing Town Planning, Building Bye-Laws.

Unit-X: Computer Aided Drafting & Visualization

Topics Covered	Description
2D & 3D Drafting & Visualization	AutoCAD, SKETCH UP, 3D MAX, etc. – Creating entities, Editing commands, Building working drawings.

TNMAWS General Studies Syllabus(Diploma Standard)

Unit-I: General Science

Topics Covered	Description
Nature of Universe	Measurement of Physical Quantities, Scientific Laws in Motion, Everyday applications in Mechanics, Electricity, etc.
Elements and Compounds, Acids, Bases, Salts, etc.	Study of Chemical elements, Compounds, Acids, Bases, Salts, Metallurgy, and Food Adulterants.
Main Concepts of Life Science	Classification, Evolution, Genetics, Physiology, Nutrition, Health, Hygiene, and Human diseases.
Environmental Science	Overview of Environmental Science.

Unit-II: Current Events

Topics Covered	Description
Latest Diary of Events	National symbols, Profile of states, Eminent personalities, Sports, Books, Authors, Welfare Schemes of Government.
Political Parties and Political System	Political parties and Political system in Tamil Nadu and India, Socio-Economic issues, Inventions in Science/Tech.

Unit-III: Geography

Topics Covered	Description
Earth Location and Physical Features	Monsoon, rainfall, weather, climate, Water resources, Rivers, Soil, Minerals, Natural resources, Forest, Wildlife.
Transport and Communication	Population density and distribution in Tamil Nadu and India, Calamities, Disaster Management, Environment.

Unit-VI: History and Culture of India

Topics Covered	Description
Indus Valley Civilization	Gupta, Delhi Sultans, Mughals, Marathas, South Indian History, Characteristics of Indian Culture, Unity in Diversity.
India as a Secular State	Socio-Cultural aspects, Unity, Race, Language, Custom.

Unit-V: Indian Polity

Topics Covered	Description
Constitution of India	Fundamental Rights, Duties, Directive Principles, Union, State, Citizenship, Executive, Legislature, Panchayat Raj.
Spirit of Federalism	Election, Judiciary, Corruption, Human Rights, Right to Information, Empowerment of Women, Consumer Protection.

Unit-VI: Indian Economy

Topics Covered	Description
Nature of Indian Economy	Five year plan models, Planning Commission, NITI Aayog, Sources of revenue, RBI, Economic Trends, GST, Employment, Poverty.
Social Problems and Welfare Oriented Programs	Land Reforms, Agriculture, Science and Technology in Agriculture, Industrial growth, Rural Welfare, Population, Education.

Unit-VII: Indian National Movement

Topics Covered	Description
National Renaissance	Indian National Congress, Leaders like B.R. Ambedkar, Bhagat Singh, Mahatma Gandhi, Subhash Chandra Bose, etc.
Different Modes of Agitation in Tamil Nadu	Role of Tamil Nadu in freedom struggle, Social reformers, Social transformation.

Unit-VIII: History, Culture, Heritage of Tamil Nadu

Topics Covered	Description
History of Tamil Society and Archaeological Discoveries	Tamil Literature from Sangam age to contemporary times, Role of Women in Freedom Struggle.
Thirukkural	Significance, Relevance to Everyday Life, Impact on Humanity, Universal Values, Socio-Politico-Economic aspects.
Social Reform Movements	Social transformation in Tamil Nadu, Role of various Social reformers.

Unit-IX: Development Administration in Tamil Nadu

Topics Covered	Description
Social Justice and Social Harmony	Cornerstones of Socio-Economic Development in Tamil Nadu.
Education and Health systems in Tamil Nadu	Geography’s impact on Economic growth in Tamil Nadu.

Unit-X: Aptitude & Mental Ability Tests

Topics Covered	Description
Simplification, Percentage, HCF, LCM	Ratio and Proportion, Simple Interest, Compound Interest, Area, Volume, Time and Work.
Logical Reasoning and Puzzles	Dice, Visual Reasoning, Alpha Numeric Reasoning, Number Series.

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