SHILLONG POLYTECHNIC

Message from the Head of Department

Welcome to the Department of Civil Engineering! It gives me immense pleasure to welcome you to a dynamic and progressive academic community dedicated to excellence in civil engineering education, innovation, and professional growth. Our department is committed to developing technically proficient, ethically responsible, and socially conscious engineers capable of addressing the infrastructure needs of the modern world. We emphasize a balanced approach between strong theoretical knowledge and practical exposure. Students are encouraged to participate in fieldwork, laboratory experiments, site visits, and project-based learning to gain real-world experience. Our experienced faculty members are devoted to mentoring students and nurturing critical thinking, creativity, and lifelong learning. Civil engineering plays a vital role in nation-building. We inspire our students to contribute meaningfully to sustainable development, environmental protection, and societal welfare through innovative engineering solutions.

History

The Department of Civil Engineering is one of the oldest and core departments of Shillong Polytechnic. It was established in 1965 with an intake capacity of 30 students which was subsequently increased to 60 students in 1978 to accommodate the growing demand for civil engineering education. Since its inception, the department has been committed to producing skilled civil engineers and technicians to meet the growing demands of the construction and infrastructure sectors.

Courses

The department offers a 3-year Diploma in Civil Engineering. with an intake capacity of 60 students per batch.

Vision

To be a center of excellence in Civil Engineering education, fostering technical expertise, innovation, sustainability, and ethical values to produce competent professionals who contribute to infrastructure development and societal progress.

Mission

#	Mission Statement
1	To provide quality education through a well-structured curriculum integrating theoretical concepts with practical applications in civil engineering
2	To equip students with industry-relevant skills through field training, laboratory work, and exposure to modern construction technologies.
3	To promote innovation, problem-solving abilities, and research-oriented thinking to address real-world infrastructure challenges.
4	To instill professional ethics, teamwork, leadership qualities, and lifelong learning habits for continuous personal and professional development.

Department Programme Educational Objective

Code	Description
PEO1	To equip Diploma graduates with knowledge and skills to solve Civil Engineering problems in construction, consultancy, and government sectors or to pursue higher education
PEO2	To develop Diploma graduates with strong communication, teamwork, ethical values, and professionalism to work effectively in multidisciplinary and diverse environments.
PEO3	To prepare Diploma engineers as lifelong learners capable of adapting to evolving technologies and contributing to personal and organizational growth.
PEO4	To encourage Diploma graduates to become innovative professionals, entrepreneurs, and problem solvers, and to pursue advanced studies and research in civil engineering.