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🚘 Diploma in Automobile Engineering

Designed for the automotive industry, this program covers vehicle mechanics, engine technology, chassis design, and diagnostics. Students are trained to handle modern automobile systems and maintenance technologies.

⚙️ About the Department

The Department of Automobile Engineering at KNSKPT is dedicated to producing skilled technicians and professionals for the rapidly growing automotive industry. With a curriculum aligned to current industrial advancements and technological innovations, the department focuses on developing expertise in vehicle design, engine technology, and maintenance systems.
The department is supported by experienced faculty, well-equipped automotive labs, and industry exposure programs to groom students into capable professionals ready for employment or entrepreneurship.

📚 About the Curriculum and Course

The Diploma in Automobile Engineering is a 3-year full-time program divided into 6 semesters, approved by AICTE and affiliated with DOTE, Tamil Nadu.
The curriculum integrates classroom learning, practical training, and industry interaction.

Core subjects include:

  Automobile Chassis & Transmission
  Automobile Electrical & Electronics
  Vehicle Maintenance & Garage Practice
  Internal Combustion Engines
  Automobile Workshop Technology
  Automotive Engine Systems
  Auto CAD & Vehicle Design
  Engine and Vehicle Testing
  Hybrid & Electric Vehicle Technologies
  Project Work and Industrial Internship

This course provides both foundational knowledge and specialized skills relevant to the automotive field.

🎓 Eligibility Criteria

  Basic Entry: Pass in SSLC / 10th Standard or equivalent from a recognized educational board.
  Lateral Entry: Direct admission to second year is available for candidates who have completed +2 or ITI .

🧪 About the Laboratories

The Automobile Engineering Department features advanced labs and workshop facilities, providing real-world training on modern automotive technologies.

Key labs and facilities include:

  Automobile Engine Lab – For dismantling, assembling, and testing of petrol and diesel engines.
  Automobile Chassis Lab – Study of suspension, steering, braking, and transmission systems.
  Automobile Electrical Lab – Focused on automotive wiring, batteries, lighting, and ECU diagnostics.
  Garage Practice Workshop – Equipped with hydraulic lifts, wheel aligners, service tools, and emission testing equipment.
  CAD Lab – Specialized software for vehicle component design and simulation.

The labs are designed as per AICTE standards, ensuring industry-compliant training.

🚀 Career Opportunities

A diploma in Automobile Engineering opens up a wide range of career options in both core automotive industries and related sectors.

Career roles include:
  Automobile Service Technician
  Vehicle Testing Engineer
  Automotive Design Assistant
  Spare Parts Manager
  Production Supervisor
  Service Advisor – Dealerships
  Quality Control Inspector
  Technical Support Engineer
  Sales Executive – Automotive Sector
Employment Areas:
  Automobile Manufacturing Companies
  Service Centers & Dealerships
  Vehicle Inspection Agencies
  Transport Corporations
  Auto Component Industries
  Public Sector Units (RTC, Railways, Defence)


Graduates can also pursue B.E./B.Tech in Automobile or Mechanical Engineering through lateral entry.