Bachelor of Civil and Rural Engineering is a 4 year, eight semester course by Pokhara University.
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Candidates must have passed the Class 12 examination of NEB or an equivalent level from a recognized academic institution.
They must have studied at least one course (with a minimum of 100 full marks or 5 credits) in each of the following subjects: Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics.
Candidates should have secured a minimum of 45% or a CGPA/GPA of 2.0 (on a 4.0 scale), and at least Grade C in each subject. For A-level students, a minimum of Grade D is acceptable. This requirement applies specifically to Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics.
The requirement of Grade C (or D for A-level) or 45% is not applicable to extra or optional subjects. Additionally, candidates must have studied Mathematics of at least 100 marks in either Class 11 or 12 under NEB or its equivalent.
Course Code | Course Description | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|
MTH 112 | Engineering Mathematics I | 3 |
PHY 111 | Physics | 4 |
MEC 111 | Thermal Science | 2 |
MEC 130 | Applied Mechanics I | 3 |
MEC 110 | Mechanical Workshop | 1 |
ENG 111 | Communication Techniques | 2 |
CMP 113 | Programming in C | 3 |
Course Code | Course Description | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|
MTH 114 | Engineering Mathematics II | 3 |
CHM 111 | Chemistry | 4 |
CVL 211 | Civil Engineering Materials | 2 |
MEC 131 | Applied Mechanics II | 3 |
ELX 112 | Fundamentals of Electrical and Electronic | 3 |
MEC 120 | Engineering Drawing | 2 |
Course Code | Course Description | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|
MTH 212 | Engineering Mathematics III | 3 |
CVR 212 | Rural Infrastructure I | 3 |
WRE 210 | Fluid Mechanics | 3 |
CVL 221 | Surveying I | 3 |
STR 210 | Strength of Materials | 3 |
GTE 210 | Engineering Geology | 3 |
CVR 290 | Rural Engineering Project I | 1 |
Course Code | Course Description | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|
GTE 320 | Soil Mechanics | 4 |
WRE 211 | Hydraulics | 3 |
ENV 330 | Water Supply Engineering | 3 |
CVL 321 | Surveying II | 3 |
ARC 358 | Building Technology | 2 |
STR 212 | Structural Analysis I | 3 |
CVR 291 | Rural Engineering Project II | 1 |
Course Code | Course Description | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|
GTE 321 | Foundation Engineering | 3 |
WRE 350 | Engineering Hydrology | 2 |
CVR 312 | Rural Infrastructure II | 2 |
ENV 331 | Sanitary Engineering | 3 |
STR 331 | Concrete Technology & Masonry Structures | 3 |
STR 312 | Structural Analysis II | 3 |
CVL 322 | Survey Field Project | 1 |
Course Code | Course Description | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|
WRE 320 | Irrigation Engineering | 3 |
CVR 313 | Rural Infrastructure III | 3 |
STR 320 | Design of Steel and Timber Structures | 3 |
CVR 314 | Engineering, Environment and Society | 2 |
MTH 311 | Applied Mathematics | 3 |
ECO 411 | Engineering Economics | 3 |
Course Code | Course Description | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|
CVL 311 | Safety Engineering | 2 |
WRE 430 | Hydropower Engineering | 3 |
STR 440 | Design of R.C.C. Structures | 3 |
TRP 411 | Transportation Engineering I | 3 |
CVL 431 | Estimating and Valuation | 3 |
--- | Elective I | 3 |
Course Code | Course Description | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|
CVL 441 | Construction Project Management | 3 |
CVL 440 | Engineering Professional Practice | 2 |
TRP 412 | Transportation Engineering II | 3 |
--- | Elective II | 2 |
CVR 491 | Rural Engineering Project III | 5 |
Design and develop infrastructure projects for rural areas
Apply principles of civil engineering to rural development
Understand water supply, drainage, and sanitation systems
Study road, bridge, and transportation planning in rural settings
Use GIS and surveying tools for rural infrastructure planning
Implement sustainable practices in rural construction projects
Work on community-based and cost-effective engineering solutions
Prepare for roles in rural development, government, and infrastructure sectors
The Bachelor of Civil Engineering program is designed to produce high-quality civil and Rural engineers. It is a four-year program structured in eight semesters. The students need to complete 139 credit hours of course work and project work for graduation.
