Professor & Dean - Academic Affairs
Dr. Sudheer M is a seasoned Mechanical Engineering Professor with over 20 years of teaching experience at St Joseph Engineering College Mangaluru. He combines academic excellence with practical insights, having spent 3 years in the Polymer Industry in Bengaluru. Dr. Sudheer has dedicated 16 years to groundbreaking research in the characterization of polymer composites, contributing significantly to the field through numerous publications and presentations. His work focuses on enhancing the performance and durability of composite materials, making him a respected authority in academic circles.
Sudheer M is a distinguished administrator with over two decades of exemplary service at St Joseph Engineering College Mangaluru. Known for his strategic vision and exceptional leadership, he has successfully managed organizational transformations. His expertise in policy development, resource management, and team building has consistently driven institutional growth and efficiency. Sudheer’s collaborative approach and commitment to excellence have earned the respect of colleagues and stakeholders alike. His ability to navigate complex challenges and implement sustainable solutions underscores his reputation as a dynamic and effective leader in the field of administration.
| Sl.No | Qualification Level | University | Area of Specialization | Year of Compeltion | Awards | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | PhD | VTU Belagavi | Tribology of Polymer Composites | 2015 | |||||
| 2 | M.Tech | VTU Belagavi | Computer Integrated Manifacturing | 2005 | |||||
| 3 | B.E | Mangalore University | Industrial Production | 1999 | |||||
Presently serving as Dean – Academics at SJEC from 07 Nov 2022 onwards to till date.
Serving as Member of Board of Studies (BoS) VTU Belagavi from 2022-2025.
Served as Dean – Research and Development at SJEC from 01 Aug 2021 to 21 Nov 2022.
Appointed as the Dean – Student Welfare at SJEC for a term of 3 years with effect from May 2017.
Served as Member of Governing Council of St Joseph Engineering College Mangalore from 2015-18.
Presently serving as Professor in the Department of Mechanical Engineering at St. Joseph Engineering College Mangalore. Faculty from August 2005 to till date.
Worked as Quality Control Engineer at Karnataka Plascom Engineers Pvt. Ltd situated in Bangalore from September 1999 to July 2002.
Processing and Characterization of Polymer Matrix/Metal Matrix Composites
Application of Finite Element Method in Mechanical Engieering
International journals: 19
[1]. M. Sudheer, K. M. Subbaya , Dayananda Jawali , Thirumaleshwara Bhat, “Mechanical Properties of Potassium Titanate Whisker Reinforced Epoxy Resin Composites”, Journal of Minerals & Materials Characterization & Engineering, Vol. 11, No.2 pp.193-211, 2012.
[2]. M. Sudheer, Ravikantha Prabhu, K. Raju, Thirumaleshwara Bhat ”Optimization of Dry Sliding Wear Performance of Ceramic Whisker Filled Epoxy Composites Using Taguchi Approach”, Advances in Tribology, Volume 2012, Article ID 431903, 9 pages, (Indexed by scopus).
[3]. M. Sudheer, G. Vignesh Shanbhag, Prashanth Kumar and Shashiraj Somayaji, “Finite Element Analysis of Thermal Characteristics of Annular Fins With Different Profiles”, ARPN Journal of Engineering and Applied Sciences (ISSN 1819-6608), Vol. 7, No. 6, June 2012, pp. 750-759. (Indexed by scopus)
[4]. M. Sudheer, Ravikantha Prabhu, K. Raju, and Thirumaleshwara Bhat, “Modeling and Analysis for Wear Performance in Dry Sliding of Epoxy/Glass/PTW Composites Using Full Factorial Techniques,” ISRN Tribology, vol. 2013, Article ID 624813, 11 pages, 2013.
[5]. M. Sudheer, N. Karthik Madhyastha, M. Kewin Amanna, B. Jonthan, and K. Mayur Jayaprakash, “Mechanical and Abrasive Wear Behavior of Metal Sulphide Lubricant Filled Epoxy Composites,” ISRN Polymer Science, vol. 2013, Article ID 242450, 8 pages, 2013.
[6]. M. Sudheer, K.H. Vishwanathan, K. Raju, and Thirumaleshwara Bhat, “Effect of potassium titanate whiskers on the performance of vacuum molded glass/epoxy composites”, Journal of Reinforced Plastics and Composites, Vol. 32, No. 16, 2013 pp. 1177-1187. (2016 Impact factor 1.086)
[7]. M. Sudheer, Ravikantha Prabhu, Kandavalli Raju, and Thirumaleshwara Bhat, “Effect of filler content on the performance of Epoxy/PTW composites”, Advances in Materials Science and Engineering, vol. 2014, Article ID 970468, 11 Pages, 2014, doi:10.1155/2014/970468. (Indexed by scopus). (2016 Impact factor 1.299)
[8]. M. Sudheer, K. Hemanth, K. Raju, Thirumaleshwara Bhat, “Enhanced mechanical and wear performance of epoxy/glass composites with PTW/Graphite hybrid fillers”, Procedia Materials Science, Volume 6, 2014, pp. 975-987. (Elsevier, Indexed by Scopus).
[9]. M. Sudheer, Ashwin Shetty, Shashiraj Somayaji, “Finite Element Investigations of Temperature Distribution in Fins with Circular Perforations”, American Journal of Materials Science 2015, 5(3C): 157-161.
[10]. M. Sudheer, Pradyoth K. R, Shashiraj Somayaji, “Analytical and Numerical Validation of Epoxy/Glass Structural Composites for Elastic Models”, American Journal of Materials Science 2015, 5(3C): 162-168.
[11]. M. Sudheer, “Thermomechanical Properties of Epoxy/PTW Composites”, Journal of Mechanical Engineering and Automation 2016, 6(5A): 18-21.
[12]. M. Sudheer, “Study of Wear Behaviour of Recycled Metal Powder Filled Epoxy Composites Using Factorial Analysis”, American Journal of Materials Science 2016, 6(4A): 82-87.
[13]. M Sudheer, “Evaluation of abrasive wear behavior of dual ceramic whisker reinforced epoxy composites”, Materials Discovery, 6, 2016, pp. 17-27. (Elsevier, Indexed by Scopus).
[14]. Vikas G., Sudheer M, “A Review on Properties of Basalt Fiber Reinforced Polymer Composites”, American Journal of Materials Science 2017, 7(5): 156-165.
[15]. Bilal Ahmad, Mahammad Ashfaq, Anton Joy, Zuzarte Aaron Carlos, Sudheer M “Fabrication and Characterization of an Eco-friendly Biodegradable Epoxy/Chitosan Composites”, American Journal of Materials Science 2017, 7(5): 166-169.
[16]. Ravikiran Kamath. B, Sudheer. M, ”On tribological behavior of synthetic fiber reinforced polymer composites modified with fillers: a review”, International Journal of Mechanical and Production Engineering Research and Development, Vol. 9, Issue 5, Oct 2019, 71-80. (Indexed by Scopus)
[17]. Bhavith K, Prashanth Pai M, Sudheer M, Ramachandra C G, Maruthi Prashanth B H and Kiran Kumar B, “The Effect of Metal Filler on the Mechanical Performance of Epoxy Resin Composites”, Engineering Proceedings, 2023, 59 (200), 1-12. (Indexed by Scopus)
[18]. Sawan Shetty, Raviraj Shetty, Rajesh Nayak, Adithya Hegde, Uday Kumar Shetty S. V. and Sudheer M. “DOE coupled MLP-ANN for optimization of thrust force and torque during drilling of CCFRP composite laminates”, Cogent Engineering, 2024, Vol 1, No.1, 2319397. (Taylor and Francis, Indexed by Scopus).
[19]. B. Ravikiran Kamath, M. Sudheer, Vidyasagar Shetty, Deepak Kothari and Thrivikram Prabhu, “Fabrication and mechanical testing of glass fiber reinforced epoxy matrix composites modified with powdered metallic fillers”, Journal of Mines, Metals and Fuels, 2024, 72(2): 103-109. (Indexed by Scopus).
National journals: 02
[1]. Sudheer M, Sandesh Kubanooraya, Raju K and Thirumaleshwara Bhat, “Abrasive wear performance of Epoxy/Glass/PTW composites”, Annual Research Journal, NMAM Institute of Technology, Vol. 3, 2013, pp. 36-42.
[2]. Sudheer M, “Implementation of Taguchi Design for Dry Friction Coefficient of Epoxy Composites”, Annual Research Journal, NMAM Institute of Technology, Vol. 4, 2014, pp. 24-29.
International conferences: 08
[1]. M. Sudheer, R Shankara Reddy and K S Shivakumar Aradhya, “Evaluation of Apparent Elastic Moduli for Muite/Alumina Ceramic Matrix Composites Using Finite Element Method, Proceedings of 50th Congress of ISTAM, December 14-17, 2005, IIT, Kharagpur.pp.192-199.
[2]. Sudheer M and Thirumaleshwara Bhat, “Validation of Analytical Methods to Evaluate Elastic Properties of Mulite/Alumina Ceramic Matrix Composites Using Finite Element Method”, Presented in International Conference on Advances in Manufacturing Engineering held during 24-26 October 2007 at MIT Manipal.
[3]. Sudheer M, K M Subbaya, Thirumaleshwara Bhat, “Processing and characterization of potassium titanate whisker reinforced epoxy based polymer matrix composites”, Proceedings of the Joint International Conference on Advanced Materials (ICAM-2011), 19-20th Aug 2011, BTLIT, Bangalore pp. 111-116.
[4]. Sudheer.M, Ravikantha Prabhu, Raju K, Thirumaleshwara Bhat,”Dry Sliding Wear behavior of Potassium Titanate Whisker Reinforced Epoxy Based Polymer Matrix Composites”, Presented at International Multi-component Polymer Conference (IMPC-2012), 23-25th March 2012,Mahatma Gandhi University, Kottayam, Kerala.
[5]. Sudheer M, Sandesh Kubanooraya, Raju K, Thirumaleshwara Bhat, “Abrasive Wear Performance of Epoxy/Glass/PTW Composites”, Proceedings of International Conference in Emerging Trends in Engineering (ICETE 2013),15-16th May 2013, NMAMIT Nitte, Excel India Publishers (ISBN: 978-93-82880-29-5), New Delhi, pp.123-127.
This paper has won the “Best Paper Award” in Mechanical Engineering stream.
[6]. Suhas U, Balakrishna S.S, Sudheer M, “Processing and characterization of grey cast iron-epoxy polymer composites”, Proceedings of International Conference on Mechanical and Industrial Engineering”, (ICMIE) Bangalore, 02-June -2013, pp. 25-29.
[7]. M. Sudheer, K. Hemanth, K. Raju, Thirumaleshwara Bhat, “Enhanced mechanical and wear performance of epoxy/glass composites with PTW/Graphite hybrid fillers”, 3rd International Conference on Materials Processing and Characterisation (ICMPC 2014), Gokaraju Rangaraju Institute of Engineering and Technology (GRIET), Hyderabad, 8-9th March 2014.
[8]. Sudheer M, “ Dry sliding wear behavior of cast iron powder filled epoxy composites”, Presented in International Conference on Emerging Trends in Mechanical Engineering on 11th August 2018 at SJEC Mangaluru.
National conferences: 09
[1]. Sudheer M, Thirumaleshwara Bhat, “Friction and Wear of Polymer Composites: A Review”, A National Conference on Advances in Mechanical Engineering (AIM-2011), MIT Manipal January 2011.
[2]. Sudheer.M, Ravikantha Prabhu, Raju K, Thirumaleshwara Bhat,” Effect of Ceramic Micro-Whiskers on Tribo-Performance of Epoxy Resin Composites – A Taguchi Approach”, National Conference on Emerging Trends in Materials for Advanced Technology (NETMAT), at KVGCE Sullia ,Mar 20-21, 2012.
[3]. Sudheer.M, Ravikantha Prabhu, Raju K, Thirumaleshwara Bhat, “Hybrid effect of ceramic whiskers and graphite flakes on mechanical and dry sliding performance of epoxy composites”, National Conference on Challenges in Research and Technology in Coming Decades (CRT-2013) at SDMIT, Ujire, Sept 27-28, 2013.
[4]. M. Sudheer, Ashwin Shetty, Shashiraj Somayaji, “Finite Element Investigations of Temperature Distribution in Fins with Circular Perforations”, National Conference in Emerging Trends in Mechanical Engineering (eTIME-2015), SJEC, Mangaluru, Aug 8, 2015.
[5]. M. Sudheer, Pradyoth K. R, Shashiraj Somayaji, “Analytical and Numerical Validation of Epoxy/Glass Structural Composites for Elastic Models”, ”, National Conference in Emerging Trends in Mechanical Engineering (eTIME-2015), SJEC, Mangaluru, Aug 8, 2015.
[6]. M. Sudheer, “Thermomechanical Properties of Epoxy/PTW Composites”, National Conference in Emerging Trends in Mechanical Engineering (eTIME-2016), SJEC, Mangaluru, Aug 6, 2016.
[7]. M. Sudheer, “Study of Wear Behaviour of Recycled Metal Powder Filled Epoxy Composites Using Factorial Analysis”, National Conference in Emerging Trends in Mechanical Engineering (eTIME-2016), SJEC, Mangaluru, Aug 6, 2016.
[8]. Vikas G., Sudheer M, “A Review on Properties of Basalt Fiber Reinforced Polymer Composites”, National Conference in Emerging Trends in Mechanical Engineering (eTIME-2017), SJEC, Mangaluru, Aug 5, 2017.
[9]. Bilal Ahmad, Mahammad Ashfaq, Anton Joy, Zuzarte Aaron Carlos, Sudheer M “Fabrication and Characterization of an Eco-friendly Biodegradable Epoxy/Chitosan Composites”, National Conference in Emerging Trends in Mechanical Engineering (eTIME-2017), SJEC, Mangaluru, Aug 5, 2017.
Life Member of Indian Society for Technical Education (ISTE). LM 47191.
Life member of Tribology Society of India (TSI). LM 5164
Life Member of Indian society for Advancement of Materials and Processing Engineering (ISAMPE) L-1639
Workshops/Seminars Attended:
1. AICTE sponsored Two weeks Staff Development Program (SDP) on Advanced Manufacturing Technique (AMT) conducted by Mechanical Engineering Department, PES College of Engineering Mandya during 09-02-2004 to 20-02-2004.
2. AICTE – ISTE sponsored Short Term Training Program (STTP) on Biomass Power – Current Scenario and Future Projection conducted by Mechanical Engineering Department, PES College of Engineering Mandya during 15-04-2004 to 26-04-2004.
3. Two-Day Workshop on Smart Materials and Structures (SMAS-2006) conducted by Department of Mechanical Engineering, BMS College of Engineering Bangalore on 7th and 8th September 2006.
4. DST New Delhi sponsored Faculty Development Program (FDP) conducted by NITK-STEP Surathkal from 24th July 2006 to 4th August 2006.
5. AICTE sponsored Two weeks Staff Development Program (SDP) on Applied Computational Methods in Mechanical Engineering Design organized by Department of Mechanical and Manufacturing Engineering, MIT Manipal during June 18-29, 2007.
6. VTU organized training on ‘Computer Aided Modeling and Analysis Laboratory’ held at MCE, Hassan during 4-8th Feb. 2009.
7. A workshop on ‘Common NDT Techniques’ organized by mechanical engineering department at SJEC Mangalore from 15-16, May 2009.
8. A workshop on ‘Research Methodologies and Report Writing’ organized by VTU Belgaum, held at GIT Belgaum during 25-26th May 2009.
9. AICTE-ISTE sponsored workshop on ‘Advances in CNC Machine Tool Design and Research’ held at NITK Surathkal during 13-17th July 2009.
10. A training program on ‘CIM and Automation Lab’ held at NMAMIT Nitte, 15-17th Sept 2009.
11. Three day workshop on “ Condition monitoring and maintenance of machinery” held at NMAMIT Nitte, 5-7th June 2014.
12. One day workshop on “Conduction of PG mechanical engineering labs” held on 10th Oct 2014 at VTU regional office Bangalore.
13.One day workshop on “Mission Make in India: Synergy with Technical Education System” held on 3rd Oct 2015 at NITK, Surathkal.
13. Two-day workshop on “Plagiarism” held on 16th and 17th Oct 2015 at VTU-Regional Office, Bangalore.
14. Workshop on OBE and New SAR, Integra – 2016 held on 21st January 2016 at St Joseph Engineering College, Mangaluru.
15. Attended a course on “Hybrid Composites: Manufacturing, Mechanics and Materials” from 18-22 December 2016 at National Institute of Technology Karnataka, Surathkal.
16. Participated in the two day workshop on “Condition Monitoring” from 9- 10 January 2017 at St. Joseph Engineering College, Mangaluru.
17. Participated in the two day workshop on “Quality Assurance in Engineering Education through OBE” from 30-31 January 2017 at St. Joseph Engineering College, Mangaluru.
18. Attended two days training on “ATAL Tinkering Labs” held at Shubhodaya Vidyalaya, Mangalore on 08 and 09th June 2018.
19. Attended FEEL TEACHER program organized by CLHRD Mangalore from 02-04 July 2018 at SJEC Mangalore.
20. Participated in a GIAN course on “ Dynamic Response of Advanced Composites” held at NITK, Surathkal during 10-14 Dec 2018.
21. Attended Faculty Development Program on “Applications of Finite Element Method in Mechanical & Civil Engineering” held from 07-11 January 2019 at SJEC Mangaluru.
22. (List to be continued).
Dr Sudheer M
Professor & Dean - Academic Affairs
B.E, M.Tech, PhD, MISTE, MTSI
