Department of Mechanical Engineering
To produce technically competent, research-oriented, and socially responsible mechanical engineers who drive industrial and technological progress.
ABOUT THE DEPARTMENT
About the Department
Mechanical Engineering is one of the founding departments established in 1984. The department houses heavy machinery, computerized engine test rigs, supersonic wind tunnels, and an AICTE-funded Entrepreneurship Development Cell (EDC).
Degrees Conferred
- B.E. Mechanical Engineering Anna University Affiliated
- Ph.D. / M.S. (By Research) Anna University Affiliated
Academic Standards
Curriculum follows the Outcome-Based Education (OBE) model prescribed by the National Board of Accreditation (NBA) and Anna University Chennai.
VISION & MISSION
DEPARTMENT VISION
To produce technically competent, research-oriented, and socially responsible mechanical engineers who drive industrial and technological progress.
DEPARTMENT MISSION
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M1
Impart high-calibre mechanical engineering education through advanced thermal, design, and manufacturing laboratories.
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M2
Foster research in additive manufacturing, renewable energy, and computational mechanics.
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M3
Nurture entrepreneurial mindset and professional ethics among graduates.
LABORATORIES & INFRASTRUCTURE
Fully equipped testing rigs, specialized workstations, research clusters, and high-performance laboratory equipment.
Manufacturing Technology & Machine Shop (CNC Lathes/Milling)
Thermal Engineering & Heat Power Lab
Fluid Mechanics & Hydraulic Machinery Lab
CAD / CAM / CAE Workstation Lab
Strength of Materials & Metallurgy Lab
Dynamics & Metrology Lab
Agathiyar Putholilaruli Padaippagam (IPDC Innovation Lab)
HEAD OF THE DEPARTMENT
Dr. P. Kathirvelan
Head of the Department, Dept. of Mechanical Engineering, GCEE.
Qualification: Ph.D. (Mechanical Engineering), M.E., B.E.
Area of Specialization : Thermal Engineering, Manufacturing, CAD/CAM
E-Mail ID : kathirvelan.mech@gcee.ac.in
STAFF DIRECTORY
Dr. P. Kathirvelan
Professor & HeadPh.D. (Mechanical Engineering), M.E., B.E.
Thermal Engineering, Manufacturing, CAD/CAM
HOD
Dr. S. Tharves Mohideen
Professor & HeadPh.D., M.E., B.E. (Mech)
Energy, Refrigeration & Air Conditioning, Heat Transfer, Thermal Engineering
0424 2533279 Ext:181
tharvesmohideen@gcee.ac.in
Dr. K. Balamurugan
Associate ProfessorPh.D., M.E., B.E.
EDC Chief Coordinator, Rapid Prototyping, 3D Printing, Facility Layout
+91 424 2533279 Ext. 186
balamurugan@gcee.ac.in
Dr. N. Kanagasabapathy
Associate ProfessorPh.D., M.E., B.E.
CAD/CAM, Finite Element Analysis, Design of Machine Elements
Dr. P. Kumaravel
Associate ProfessorPh.D., M.E., B.E.
Manufacturing Technology, Materials Science, Composite Materials
+91-96009 25154
kumaravel@gcee.ac.in
Dr. S. Selvi
Associate ProfessorPh.D., M.E., B.E.
Thermal Engineering, Fluid Mechanics, Computational Fluid Dynamics
+91-9842044712
selvi@gcee.ac.in
Mr. V. Periasamy
Associate ProfessorM.E., B.E.
Engineering Mechanics, Kinematics & Dynamics, Industrial Engineering
+91-97510 52090
periasamy@gcee.ac.in
Dr. R. Senthilraja
Assistant ProfessorPh.D., M.E., B.E.
Automobile Engineering, IC Engines, Biofuels, Thermal Systems
+91-94432 78504
senthilraja@gcee.ac.in
Mr.P. Gowtham
Assistant ProfessorM.E
Thermal Engineering
+91-9629742301
gowthamvortex@gmail.com
Mrs.K. Uma
Assistant ProfessorM.E
Manufacturing Engineering
+91-9952800483
uma_nithen@yahoo.com
Mr. N. S. Nandakumar
Assistant ProfessorM.E., B.E.
Mechatronics, Robotics, Metrology & Measurements
+91-98427 97980
nandakumar@gcee.ac.inACADEMICS & PLACEMENT RECORD
Academic Degrees
- B.E. Mechanical Engineering Full Time · Anna University Affiliated
- Ph.D. / M.S. (By Research) Full Time · Anna University Affiliated
Placement Track Record (2025-2026)
Curriculum & Portals
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