Nirman – The Students Association of the Department of Civil Engineering organized a Technical Talk titled Cement - an Engineered Product by Er. Umesh Shetty Technical Advisor - ACC, Mangaluru and a motivational talk by Er. Vijay Vishnu Mayya, Advisor – Engineer's Week 2016, on
Mr Vinod T D’Souza, Assistant Professor from the Department of Civil Engineering welcomed the gathering and also introduced the guests to the gathering. Mr Umesh Shetty started the session by recounting that clinker is the basic ingredient of cement. He explained the importance of bogues compounds in cement and their role in the performance of cement. He also explained the concept of heat of hydration in cement and the essential hydration products which contribute to the strength and durability of cement. He spoke on the use of Portland Pozzolona Cement (PPC) and Portland Slag Cement (PSC) which help in decreasing the carbon dioxide emission. He discussed the importance of various admixtures in attaining a durable concrete and various types of cements to be used under various conditions. He concluded by stating that ideal cement is the one with low heat of hydration, high early strength, lower C3A content and low calcium hydroxide.
The second session on Leadership and attitude was delivered by Mr Vijay Vishnu Mayya who started his session by quoting that one will not get the life which he desires but definitely the one which he deserves. He emphasized that human beings are the biggest treasure of the universe and that best use of our life should be made. He also stressed the benefits of utilizing life for others, helping each other and not expecting from others. He concluded the session by saying that knowledge, skill and attitude are the key things which make a person and one must always find means to acquire and develop them in order to become a successful person. Mr Govindakrishna, Assistant Professor in the Department of Civil Engineering, honoured the guests and Ms Sanjana; IV semester student delivered the vote of thanks.
