Dr. Pratima A. Patel

Profile

Name : Dr. Pratima A. Patel
Qualification: Ph. D Civil ( Soil Mechanics & Foundation Engineering)
Designation: Professor
Department: Civil Engineering
Experience: 31 Years
Email: pratima.patel@scet.ac.in, pratima.patel@sarvajanikuniversity.ac.in
Courses / Subject involved: Soil Mechanics and Foundation Engineering , Soil Stabilization , Ground Improvement , Artificial Ground Recharing , Concrete Technology

Extra Duty

1 Acted as chairperson canteen committee Aug. 2001 to 2005
2 Acted as chairperson college annual magazine ‘MOSAIC’ 1997 to 2001
3 Acted as Convener – “Women Development cell” at SCET July 2014 to April 2018
4 Acted as Polling officer Vidhanshabha Election 30 April 2014

Research Projects

Patents/Copyrights

Books Published

Research Publications

Book Chapter
1 "Influence of Textile Polyester Waste Fiber on Strength and Sub grade Properties of High to Low Plastic Clay" (TH 3 –114) Springer , Singapore e book lecture series SBN 978-981-33-6443-1 , pp 605-615 , 25 April 2021
2 "Experimental Study of Ugat Canal Soil for Slope Stability" ( TH 7 – 16) Springer ,Singapore e book lecture series ISBN 978-981-33-6444-8 pp 623-634 , 30 April 2021
International Journals
1 “Need to overcome the inadequacy of surface water to meet our demands through artificial ground water recharging” International Journal of Earth Sciences & Engineering. IJEE , ISSN 0974-5904, Vol. 04, No.06 , pp.972 – 977 ,Oct. 2011
2 “Computational Aspect and Mathematical Modeling of Artificial Ground Water Recharging to Unconfined Aquifer” International Journal of Applied Engineering Research. IJAER , , ISSN 0973 – 4562 / Vol.5 / No. 1 / pp.177–188 2010
3 “Numerical Modeling and Mathematics of Ground Water Recharging – Unconfined Aquifer”International Journal of Earth Sciences & Engineering. IJEE , ISSN 0974 – 5904 / Vol. 03 / No. 03 / pp. 330-337 May 2010
4 “Mathematics of Fluid Flow through Porous Soil Media – An Application to Artificial Recharging of Unconfined Aquifer”International Journal of the Icfai Soil and Water Sciences., IJSWS ISSN 0974 – 6560 Vol.III No.3 , pp. 07-14 Aug. 2010
5 “Artificial Ground Water Recharges Field Study: Site Characterization and Test Results”International Journal of Advance Engineering Technology.IJAET , E-ISSN 0976 – 3945, Vol. 01, Issue II , pp. 150-164 Sept. 2010
6 “Geotechnical Parameters Impact on Artificial Ground Water Recharging Technique for Urban Centers “International Journal of water resource and protection , JWARP , ,ISSN 1945 – 3094, Vol.3, No.5 , pp.275-282May 2011
7 “Formidable challenge of water needs for tomorrow ensure by artificially recharge soil aquifer” International Journal of Engineering Research & Technology, IJERT ISSN 0974-3154 Vol. 4, No.3 , pp. 263-276 , July 2011
8 “Need to overcome the inadequacy of surface water to meet our demands through artificial ground water recharging”International Journal of Earth Sciences & Engineering. IJEE , ISSN 0974-5904, Vol. 04, No.06 , pp.972 – 977 ,Oct. 2011
9 “Performance Evaluation of Bamboo as Reinforcement In Design of Construction Element “ International Refereed Journal of Engineering and Science (IRJES) , ISSN 2319- 1821 Vol.2, Issue 4 , pp.55-63, April 2013
10 “Design of Bamboo Reinforced concrete water tank resting over firm ground” International Journal of Engineering, Business and Enterprise Applications International Association of Scientific Innovation and Research (IJEBEA) , ISSN 2279-0039 Vol.1, Issue 4 , pp. 113-117,May 2013
11 “Sustainable development using waste pete bottles as construction element “ International Journal of Management, Information Technology and Engineering6/5/2014 May 2014
12 “Innovative building construction materials with sustainable application using waste pete “ International Journal of Engineering, Technology, Science &Research , (IJETSR) Vol.2,Issue7 July 2015
13 “Waste plastic bottles offering innovative building materials with sustainable application” International Journal of Inovative and Emerging Research in Engineering ,ISSN 2394-3343,Vol 3, Issue 3, pp. 38-45 March 2016
14 “Experimental Evaluation of Modification in Expansive soil using AR Glass Fibre with Fly Ash under CBR and UCS Characteristics” International Journal of Advance Research in Engineering, Science & Technology , ISSN 2393-9877 ,Vol 4, Issue 3, March-2017
15 “Experimental Evaluation of Modification in Expansive soil using AR Glass Fibre with Fly Ash under Compaction Characteristic” International Journal of Advance Engineering and Research Development IJAERD,ISSN 2348-4470 ,Vol 4, Issue 3, April -2017
International Conference
1 “Numerical Modeling and Mathematics of Ground Water Recharging-Unconfined Aquifer” International Conference on Advances in Concrete, Structural and Geotechnical EngineeringACSGE ’09 pp. 96- 10425-27 Oct.2009 BITS Pilani, Rajasthan
2 “Artificial Ground Water Recharging — Sustainable Economical Solution to Meet a demand of Water Crisis for Tomorrow”.International Conference ICAMB 2009pp. 1857-186114-16 VIT University, Vellore, Tamilnadu Dec. 2009
3 “Solution to Meet a Demand of Water Crisis for Tomorrow —An Artificial Recharging of Soil Aquifer”. International Perspective on Current & Future State of Water Resources & the Environment, EWRI OF ASCE pp. 2010-0000 88 IIT Madras,Chennai 05-07 Jan. 2010
4 “Artificial recharge of ground water by storm water reuse is viable and sustainable solution for better tomorrow”. International Conference IAHR-APD Congress 2010 / 7TH IUWMC Session:6, Green Devices 3, Paper No. 521-24 Auckland, New Zealand Feb. 2010
5 “Mathematics of Fluid Flow through Porous Soil Media – An Application to Artificial Recharging of Unconfined Aquifer”. ISSN 0974 – 6560,Vol. III, No.3,pp. 07-14. Aug. 2010
6 “Artificial Ground Water Recharging is viable – Economical solution to ensure Sustainable Land and Ground Water Management”. International Congress on Environmental Geotechnics pp. 1198-1205 New Delhi 08-12 Nov.2010
7 “Artificial Ground Water Recharges Field Study: Site Characterization and Test Results”. E-ISSN 0976 – 3945, Vol. I / Issue II,pp. 150-164. July-Sept.2010
8 “Clean water will be scarce; Artificial Recharge of aquifers: An economical & sustainable solution for future demand”. International Perspective on Water Resources and the Environment IPWE 2011 IPWE A00084-00114 Singapore 04-06 Jan. 2011
9 “Need to overcome the inadequacy of surface water to meet our demands through artificial ground water recharging”. International Conference on Advances in Civil Engg ICACE pp. 972-977 Koneru Lakshmaiah University Guntur, Andhra Pradesh. 20-22, Oct. 2011
10 “Roof Top rain water harvesting, conservation and management strategies for Urban and Rural Sectors” International Conference on INDIA WATER WEEK 2012Water, Energy and Food Security: Call for Solutions pp. 322/194 New Delhi 10-14 April 2012
11 “A Whole Life Costing Approach for Artificial Ground Water Recharges System” International Conference on Recent Trends in Computing, Engineering and Technological Sciences International Association of Academicians and Researchers (INAAR) MCCIA, Tilak Road , Pune 19th Sept., 2015
National Conference
1 “Analytical and Computational Aspect of Artificial Ground Water Recharging to Unconfined Aquifer”. National Conference on Technological Advances in Civil Engineering BITCON 2008 pp. 16 – 19,BIT, Durg, M.P. 07-08 Nov. 2008
2 "Experimental Study of Ugat Canal Soil for Slope Stability" ( TH 7 – 16) National Indian Geotechnical Conference IGC 2019 Applied Mechanics Department SVNIT ,Surat.19-21 Dec. 2019
3 "Influence of Textile Polyester Waste Fiber on Strength and Sub grade Properties of High to Low Plastic Clay" (TH 3 –114) National , Indian Geotechnical Conference IGC 2019 Applied Mechanics Department SVNIT, Surat .19-21 Dec. 2019
4 "Replacement of melt densified light weight plastic aggregate with natural aggregate "National Conference on Recent Advances in Civil Engineering for Global Sustainability Dept. Of Civil Engg. Shree Swami Atmanand Saraswati Institute of Technology. (S.S.A.S.I.T) Varachha, Surat pp.168-172 , 29-30 March 2016
5 “Replacement of melt densified lightweight plastic aggregate with natural aggregate” National Conference onRecent Advances in Civil Engieering for Global Sustainability Dept. Of Civil Engg.Shree Swami Atmanand Saraswati Institute of Technology, Surat, pp.168-172 ,29-30 March 2016
6 “Formidable challenge of water on sustainable basis Viable-Economical solution is Artificial Recharging of Ground water into soil aquifer”Conference on Resource Recovery, Water Reuse and Recycle for Sustainable Development, G H Patel College of Engg. & Tech.,Vallabh Vidyanagar,Gujarat,pp.122-128. 7-8 Feb.2014
7 “Hydraulic Conductivity impact on the Estimation of Artificial Groundwater Recharge Rate” Conference on Advances in Geotechnical Engineering, Applied Mechanics Department, S.V.N.I.T. Surat, pp. 104 -110. 8-9 June 2013
8 “Artificial Groundwater Recharging – A Conservation and Management Strategies for Urbanand Rural Sectors”. National Conference On Innovations In Civil Engg. SCMS school of engineering and technology, Vidyanagar, palissery,karukutty April 19-20, 2012
9 “Water policy – need for sustainable planning for future” National Conference on New Horizon for Sustainable Tomorrow pp. 68-74SCET , Surat 18-19 Feb.2011
10 “Technology for rooftop harvesting for urban centers based on geotechnical aspects”. National Conference on GEOTRENDZ IGC 2010 pp. 27-30IIT Bombay,Mumbai 16-18 Dec.2010
11 “Waste Not, Want not: The Potential for Urban Water Conservation through Artificial Ground Water Recharging”. National Conference on Civil Engineering for Infrastructural Developments CID 2010 pp.113 – 119 D.Y. Patil College, Akurdi, Pune 30-31 Aug. 2010
12 “Matching Water Supply with Growing Demands through Artificial Ground Water Recharge”.National Conference on Current Trends of Research & Development in Civil & Environmental Engg. CRDCE pp. 77/43 SVIT Vasad, Gujarat 21-22 Jan. 2010
13 “Numerical Modeling Relevant To Ground Water Recharge Problem—UnconfinedAquifer”National Conference on GEOTIDEIGC 2009pp. 605- 608,Guntur,Andhra Pradesh. Dec.2009
14 “Artificial Ground Water recharging a Technique for Augmentation of soil Aquifer—a sustainable Solution for Better Tomorrow”. National Conference on Advancements in Civil Engg. pp. 99- 104, Parul Institute of Engg. & Tech, Wagodia. 11-12 Sept.2009
15 “Physico Mathematical Background of Fluid Flow through Porous Soil Media – An Application to Artificial Recharging of Soil Aquifer”. National Conference on Current Challenges in Civil Engg. Velammal Engg. College, Chennai, Tamilnadu , pp. 22- 25 8th May 2009,
16 “Exploration to Predict Behavior of Foundation on Silty Alluvium” National Indian Geotechnical Conference – Allahabad, Dec.1988
17 “Significance and Scope of Mathematical Modeling of Artificial Recharging of Soil Aquifer – Today’s Need” GEOSYMPOSIUM 2008 National Conference on Geoenvironment, Geohazards, Geosynthetics and Ground Improvement – Experiences and Practices. pp. 44 – 51,C.S.M.R.S., New Delhi. 04-05 July 2008
18 “Assessment of characteristics—-seismic survey—–Saurastra Peninsula Ground Improvement” National conference Gagtok, Sikkim Oct. 2007
19 “Coefficient of consolidation….Soil”Geotech. National conference New Delhi, March2007
20 Stone Column – A rational Economy” National Indian Geotechnical Conference Nirma, Ahmedabad Dec. 2005
21 “Isolation of Vibration: A Remedial Measure for Machine Foundation” National conference IGS Local Chapter Calcutta, Dec. 1999
22 “Updating of IS on DCPT to International Practice National Indian Geotechnical ConferenceVadodara, Dec. 1997
23 “Vibroflotation – Method of Improving Subsoil” Terzaghi’s Birthday Celebration National conference Kakinada, Oct. 1996
24 “Ground Improvement and Stone Columns Ground Improvement Techniques” National Conference Indore Nov.1995
25 “Interpretation of tests: IS codes of Geotechnical Engineering” National Indian GeotechnicalConference SVRCET, Surat, Dec. 1991
26 “Analysis of design…… Kandla ” National Indian Geotech. Conference Bombay, Dec.1990
27 “Importance of soil Exploration in Ground Treatment by Stone column Advances in Geotechnical Engg. National conference Institute of Civil Engg., Calcutta, July 1990
28 “Analysis of soil Exploration of Difficult Tapi Subsoil for design” National Indian Geotechnical Conference. Vishakhapatnam, Dec. 1989
29 “Seepage Analysis for …… water storage” Advances in Groundwater Hydrology. National Work Shop SVRCET, Feb.1989

Expert Lectures Delivered

1 “Seepage Analysis for …… water storage” Advances in Groundwater Hydrology. National Work shop at SVRCET, SuratFeb.1989
2 “Prevention of Moisture Migration – The Better Approach for Foundation in Swelling Soil” Terzaghi’s Birthday Celebration National Work shop at Kakinada, Oct. 1996
3 “Save water for future Generation” ON WORLD WATER DAY Rotary Club of Surat at BADHRINARAYAN HALL.22-03-13
4 “Management of Rainwater as Source for Future Needs” (Harvesting, Conservation and Artificial Recharge) oN WORLD WATER DAY ICEA & Rotary Club of Surat, Ramakrishna Hall Samruddhi Makkai pool Surat. 05-07-2013
5 “Rain Water Harvesting — Artificial Recharging of soil aquifer by Recharge well Technique” at Civil Engg.Dept.Seminar Hall, SVNIT, Surat9-10-2013 under UNESCO Project.
6 “Impact of Geo-Hydro-Meteorological Parameters on Artificial Ground Water Recharging” …. Case studies at Uka Tarasadia University Maliba campus , Bardoli 17-09-2016
7 “Analytical and Computational aspect of Artificial Ground water recharging to Unconfined Aquifer ---Today’s Need” ,One week STTP on Application of Modeling Tools & Techniques in Civil Engineering at GEC, Campus Surat.19-07-2018
8 “Artificial ground water recharging – sustainable economical solution to meet the demand of water crisis for tomorrow” 5 days Faculty Development Program on "Fundamentals of Geotechnical and Structural Engineering for Sustainable Infrastructure Development" from 28/06/2021 to 02/07/2021. At GEC , Dahod. This training program is sanctioned by the AICTE, ATAL Academy, New Delhi. 1st July 2021

Achievements / Awards

1 Appreciation letter from Sarvajanik Education Society for dedication towards academic duties for Institute 2012-2013
2 Appreciation letter from GTU , "GTU Techfest 2014" as a Faculty Convener
3 Appreciation letter from SCET Principal for sincere efforts towards the development of the Institute as a Convener Women's Development Cell in year 2015-2016
4 Appreciation letter from IGS SVNIT Surat chapter for organized one day event 13th April 2019
5 Memento of Appreciation towards organized/ contribution 2 days National Seminar at Applied Mechanics Department SVNIT, Surat 27-28 May 2017
6 Winner of One Star Merit certificate in “National Physical Efficiency Test in Sports” under Government of India Ministry of Education and Social Welfare in year 1978-79 at Gandhinagar.
7 “Hari ohm Ashram Prerit Shri Bhaikaka Inter-University Smarak Trust”, Award for research Paper: Interpretation of tests: IS a code of Geotechnical Engineering. Dec.1991

Administrative Duties

1 Paper Setter , SU Paper Setting for Semester Examination Sarvajanik University Program M. Tech , First Year Semester 1, MTST14102 , Advanced Concrete Technology Dec. 2022
2 Coordinator of POINT 4 -- NBA task
3 Paper Setter & Examiners in various subjects GTU Exam 2008 till Date
4 Assessment Examiner for Semester End Theory Examination Program B.Tech., First year Exam Summer 2022 Semester 1 & 2 , BTCL12113 Engineering Mechanics June 2022
5 Assessment Examiner for Semester End theory Examination M.Tech. Structural Engineering, First Year Exam Winter 2021 regular 1st Semester 1st , Code MTST14102 , Advanced Concrete Technology , Jan. 2022
6 Paper Setting for Semester Examination Sarvajanik University Program M. Tech , First Year Semester 1, MTST14102 , Advanced Concrete Technology Jan. 2022
7 Acted member of Departmental Academic Monitoring committee 11-03-2016
8 G.T.U Central Exam Coordinator at SCET May-June 2013
9 GTU Central Exam Cordinator 5th SEMESTER Dec.2010
10 External Examiner & Project Guide at IGNOU Surat center (P.T. Science College) 2009-till date
11 Committee member of College Library Committee 2010-2011
12 Convener College Anti Ragging Committee 2010 to 2016
13 Acted as Department Head Civil Engg. Dept. (HOD) 1996-2003
14 Perform a OBSERVER duty of an in GTU Exam 2008 till Date
15 Coordinator ( CED )Internal Evaluation (G.T.U. Midterm & Remedial Exams) PAT , SAT exams.... 2008 to 2021
16 VNSGU Coordinator Central Assessment / Reassessment B.E.(I) 2002-03
17 VNSGU Exam Superintendent B.E. (I) (1st and 2nd Semester) two terms 2003
18 SCET Chairman Timetable Committee B.E. All Branches 1998-1999, 1999-2003, 2005-2006,2008-2009
19 Acted as N.S.S. programme officer 1996-2004
20 Actively involved in development of Engineering Mechanics Laboratory, Strength of Material Laboratory & Surveying & Leveling Laboratory, Concrete Technology, Geotech. Engg. from1996 ...
21 VNSGU Chairperson Paper Setter & Examiner of various subjects 1996 to 2010
22 Acted as Department Head Civil Engg. Dept. (H.O.D.) 17/06/2019 to 01/06/2021
23 Acted Department Head Civil Engg. Dept. (H.O.D.) 9/01/2017 –7/05/2018
24 Chairperson Board of Studies (VNSGU) 1996 to 2008

Membership of Professional Bodies

1 IGS Indian Geotechnical Society (Fellow membership) No. 0455
2 ISTE : Indian Society for Technical Education (Life Membership) No. 21349
3 EWRI : Environment and Water Resources Institute ASCE (Member ship no. 970621)

Workshop / Seminar / STTP

1 Online Webinar on "Innovations in Rockfall Barrier Technology Optimizing Performance for Low Energy Impacts." Maccaferri 18th April 2023 at 3:00 PM onwards....
2 Attended One Day National Seminar on Geotechnics for Transportation 25th March 2023 , SVNIT, Surat
3 National Programme on Technology Enhanced Learning, AICTE recognized FDP Courses NPTL , SWAYAM Name of the course: "Pavement Materials ", Online Course 25 Jul 2022 to14 Oct 2022 (12 weeks )
4 Maccaferri Webinar "How to construct a good quality reinforced soil wall" 14th Sept. 2022 at 3:00 PM onwards
5 Attended Two weeks Faculty Development Programme on “Entrepreneurship & Innovation” 21-31, December 2016 SCET (2 weeks)
6 “Structural Steel Design” at Applied Mechanics Dept. ,SVNIT, Dec.2006 (AICTE Approved) (1 week)
7 Workshop on "Fluid Mechanics" at SCET, Surat from 20th May to 30th May, 2013 (ISTE ,AICTE Approved) National Mission on Education through ICT (MHRD, Govt. of India)Conducted by I.I.T Kharagpur. (2 week)
8 " workshop on "Engineering Mechanics" at IIT Bombay from 16th Sept to 20th Sept, 2013 (1 week)
9 “Geotechnology for infrastructural development” at Applied Mechanics Dept. S.V.N.I.T Surat, 04-08 Jan. 2010 (AICTE Approved) (1 week).
10 “National Programme on Capacity Building of ----Earthquake Risk Management” S.C.E.T. 21-23 Sept. 2009 (1 week)
11 “Geotechnical Investigations, Interpretations & Improvements” at Applied Mechanics Dept. S.V.N.I.T 10-14 Aug. 2009 (AICTE Approved) (1 week)
12 “Sustainable Water and Waste Management Techniques” at Civil Engg. Dept. , S.V.N.I.T, Surat 27-31 July 2009 (AICTE Approved) (1 week).
13 “Advanced Research Techniques in Urban Planning and Management at S.V.N.I.T, Surat 13-17 July 2009 (AICTE Approved) (1 week).
14 “Design of steel structure using (Revised) IS 800-2007” at Applied Mechanics Dept., S.V.N.I.T Surat.19-23 Jan.2009 (AICTE Approved) (1 week)
15 “Recent Advanced in Concrete Technology "at Applied Mechanics Dept., S.V.N.I.T Surat. Jan.2009 (12-16) (AICTE Approved) (1 week)
16 “Advanced computing techniques in structural Engg” Applied Mechanics Dept., S.V.N.I.T Surat. 05-09 Jan.2009 (AICTE Approved) (1 week)
17 “Advances in Geotechnical Engineering” at Applied Mechanics Dept., S.V.N.I.T Surat. Dec.2008 (29-02) (AICTE Approved) (1 week).
18 “Advances in Water Resources Engineering” at Civil Engg. Dept. ,S.V.N.I.T Surat Dec.2008 (22-26) (AICTE Approved) (1 week).
19 “Solid and Hazardous Waste Management” at Civil Engg. Dept. S.V.N.I.T Surat Dec.2008 (14-19) (AICTE Approved) (1 week).
20 “Applied Instrumentation” at SCET, June 2006 (AICTE Approved) (1 week).
21 Attended Two weeks Faculty Development Programme on “ Innovation and Entrepreneurship - From Design Thinking to Funding 13-24 Nov. 2017 at SCET (2 weeks)
22 ISTE approved GTU sponsored FDP On Towards Understanding, Grooming and Optimizing Health Practice of Induction Programme. 17 to 22 Dec.2018 ( 1 week)
23 National Programme on Technology Enhanced Learning, AICTE recognized FDP Courses NPTL , SWAYAM Name of the course: "Geotechnical Engineering Laboratory", Online Course 29th July 2019 to Sept. 2019 (4 weeks )
24 National Programme on Technology Enhanced Learning, AICTE recognized FDP Courses NPTL , Name of the course: "Geosynthetics and Reinforced Soil Structures" Online Course from 27 Jan. 2020 to 17 April 2020 (12 weeks )
25 National Programme on Technology Enhanced Learning, AICTE recognized FDP Courses NPTL , Name of the course: "Expansive Soils" Online Course from 24th Jan. 2022 to 18 March 2022 (4 weeks )
26 TEQIP-III Sponsored Two Week Online International Faculty Development Program on “Soil-Structure Interactions and Its Applications” G. B. Pant Institute of Engineering And Technology, Pauri-Garhwal, Uttarakhand Aug 31 - 11 Sept 2020 (2 weeks)
27 Online “Sustainable Environmental Geotechnics” Department of Civil Engineering S R K R Engineering College, Andhra Pradesh, India 5 - 9 Oct. 2020 (One week )
28 Online on "Earthquake Geotechnics " NIT, Andhra Pradesh 22 to 26 September 2020 (1week )
29 Online TEQIP III sponsored Short Term Training Programme “Advances in Geotechnical Engineering" SVNIT, Surat 19-23 November, 2020 (1 week )
30 ISSMGE TC 213 Workshop On “SCOUR AND EROSION" Department of Civil Engineering Andhra University College of Engineering , Visakhapatnam 16 Dec.2020 (1 day )
31 Online "Roles and Scope of Geotechnical Engineer" IIT Gandhinagar IGS Ahmedabad Chapter and Civil Engineering Department, Marwadi University, Rajkot 23 Jan.2021 (1 day)
32 Online "Sustainable Mechanisms for Air and Water Pollution Control" Chemical Engineering Department SCET, Surat 6-Mar-2021 (1 Day)
33 Online "Animal Friendly Anti-Burrowing Solutions" Maccaferri Pune , India Nov 18, 2021 (1 day )
34 Online "Build With Speed concept of Sticks & Bricks vs Construction" Ultra Tech Cement , Surat 17th Dec. 2021 (1 Day)
35 Online "Slope Environment Friendly Solutions" Maccaferri Pune , India , 20th Jan. 2022 (1 Day)
36 Online "Design and Construction of Landslide Mitigation Measures" Maccaferri , India Jan 28, 2022 (1 Day)
37 “Geotechnical solution for infrastructures” at L. J. Institute of Engg. & Tech. Ahmedabad 22-11-2008 (1 day)
38 “Advances in Concrete Technology ” AICTE National Seminar at C.E.D.,CHARUSAT , Changa Nadiad 11-10 -2013 (1 day)
39 “Advances in Geotechnical Engineering” National conference at Applied Mechanics Dept. S.V.N.I.T, Surat 8 &9-06-2013 (2 Days)
40 “Geosynthetics Applications in Civil Engineering” at Applied Mechanics dept. S.V.N.I.T Surat,30-04- 2013 (1 Day)
41 “Watershed management” National Seminar at Civil Engg. Dept., S.V.N.I.T Surat 23-05-2011 (1 day)
42 “Hydrology project II Awareness raising activities and support to data users” at Panas Krushi University Surat 11-01-2011 (1day)
43 “Geotechnical investigations, Interpretations & Improvements” National Seminar at A.M.D S.V.N.I.T Surat 23-10-2010 (1 day)
44 “Water Management” Seminar organized by Rotary Club & ICEA Rotary Hall,Timaliyawad Surat 23-07-2010 (1 day)
45 “Geotechnical investigation & case studies” S.V.N.I.T Surat 05-06-2010 (1 day)
46 “Advances in Concrete Mix Design & Usage of Admixtures” 24 & 25-10-2013 at Applied Mechanics Dept., SVNIT, Surat (2 days)
47 “Geodrain Applications in Civil Engineering Practice” at M.S. University. Baroda. 14-6-2008 (1 day)
48 “Design of R.C.C. Water Tank”, National Seminar organized by Applied Mechanics Department, SVNIT, Surat and ICI Chennai. 10-5-2008 ( 1 day)
49 “Water Harvesting – Today Need”, Seminar organized by Rotary Club, at Southern Gujarat Chamber of Commerce & IAA, Surat, 5-5-2008 (1 day)
50 “Carbon Credits – Trading & Prospect” at Civil Engg. Dept., SCET, 29-3-2008 (1 day)
51 Seminar on ‘SAP 2000 and ETABS’ at Andheri (E), Mumbai, 13th May 2006 (1 day)
52 “Ensuring Faculty Accountability” at SVRCET, Surat, Jan. 1997 (2 days)
53 “Watershed Management” at SVRCET, Surat, 1996 (1 day)
54 “Induction of Engineering College Teachers” at SVRCET, Surat, 1995 (1 day)
55 Attended Seminar on“ Core Principles in Valuation of Tangible Assets” at SCET, Surat (8 &9 July 2017) (2 Days)
56 “A. I. - A Modern Approach”, at SCET, Surat, May 2005 (AICTE Approved) (1 week).
57 “Architecture for Earthquake Resistance of Buildings” at SCET, Surat, March 2005 (1 week)
58 “Hostel Management …Welfare” at SVNIT, Surat, Dec. 2004 (1 week)
59 “Helping Students better….Education”, at SVNIT, Surat, June 2004 (AICTE Approved) (1 week)
60 “Hi-tech Application in Civil Engineering” at Vallabh Vidyanagar, June 2001 (AICTE Approved) (2 weeks)
61 “Staff Induction Training Programme” at SVRCET, Surat, August 2000 (3 weeks)
62 “Corrosion in Concrete Structure and its Repair" at SVRCET, Surat, July 2000 (AICTE Approved) (2 weeks)
63 Attended Workshop on “Application of GIS Technology in Improvement of Governance ” Department of Administrative Reforms & Public Grievances &Pensions and SMC at Science Centre , Surat ( 10th Oct. 2017) (1 Day)
64 “Techniques of Grouting”, at, M.S. University Baroda 1991 (2 days)
65 Attended National Seminar on “Pile Foundations ---- Advances in Design & Construction Practices” at Applied Mechanics dept. S.V.N.I.T Surat ( 27 & 28 May 2017) (2 Days)
66 Attended National Seminar on “Geotechnical Engineering 2016” at Applied Mechanics dept. S.V.N.I.T Surat,(20 & 21 August 2016) (2 Days)
67 Attended Seminar on “Attitude and Soft –Skills” at Tifac core SCET ,Surat 16th July 2016 (1 Day)
68 Attended Training Programme on “Geotechnical Investigations, Interpretations & Improvements” at Applied Mechanics dept. S.V.N.I.T Surat,(8 & 9 April 2016) (2 Days)
69 Attended National Conference on “Recent Advances in Civil Engineering for Global Sustainability” Dept. Of Civil Engg. Shree Swami Atmanand Saraswati Institute of Technology. (S.S.A.S.I.T) Varachha, Surat29-30 March 2016 (2 days)
70 Motivational workshop on “RISE & SHINE As a Brand....” .by Mr. Anand Bhatnagar Organized by Chemical Engg. Dept. At Tifac Seminar Hall SCET 20-02-2016 (1 day)
71 Workshop on “Thermal Comfort within Built Environment” Organize by Architecture Dept.& TARU Leading edge, N. J. Seminar hall SCET 02-05-2015 (1 day)

Participation in Other Activities

1 Conducted Parent's Meet of Civil 2nd and 3rd year students
2 Visited Mamta Kelavni Trust ,Adarsh Society, Surat – Motivate mentally challenged children B.Tech II SU , B.E III GTU 21-02-2023
3 Issuing letter for Green Card process Kalpan Vasanwala 2013-2014 passing
4 External Paper Setter and Examiner M.E Winter 2022 EM3205 "Risk Assessment & Safety Management ", UPL UNIVERSITY OF SUSTAINABLE TECHNOLOGY , Ankleshwar -Valia Road 22-01-2022
5 Conducted CR Election B.E.II , III , IV Year Civil Students
6 Conducted CR election B.E.II III IV year Civil Students
7 Acted as Reviewer in National Conference on Emerging Start-up & Innovation in Engineering and Technology 5th Oct. 2018 GEC, Dahod organized by SSIP Cell .
8 “Inaugurate Surat IGS SCET Student Chapter & Distinguished Lecture” Speaker: Dr. N. V. Nayak (Principal Advisor, Gammon Engineers & Contractors Pvt. Ltd.) 13th April 2019
9 Organized under the initiative of IGS SCET Student Chapter online webinar on “Geotechnical Aspects of Buried Pipeline Systems” Webinar link: https://meet.google.com/dwf-hmfz-fhh 11:00 AM onwards Er. Margi Dave B.E. Civil, SCET M.Tech. Soil Mechanics, SVNIT Pursuing Ph.D. (IIT Bombay) 8th February 2022
10 External (SMFE) Examiner “A Study on behavior of Steel Fiber reinforced Concrete Slabs on Soft Clay with Geosynthetic Reinforcements using Numerical Analysis ” Applied Mechanics Dept, S.V.N.I.T, Ichhanath, Surat. - Minu Treesa July – August 2017
11 Acted as Session Chair in Geotechnical division (session xiii) at National Conference on “Recent Advances in Civil Engineering ” ,S.V.N.I.T., Surat 05-03-2016
12 External (SMFE) Examiner “A Study of Eccentrically Loaded Shallow Foundation on Granular Soil” Applied Mechanics Dept, S.V.N.I.T, Ichhanath, Surat. - Diyora Tushal July – August 2017
13 External (SMFE) Examiner “Model Study of Laterally Loaded Pile in Cohesionless Soil: Paramatric Study” Applied Mechanics Dept, S.V.N.I.T, Ichhanath, Surat.- Modi Charmy July – August 2017
14 External (SMFE) Examiner “Static and Seismic Behviour of Micropiles” Applied Mechanics Dept, S.V.N.I.T, Ichhanath, Surat. - Chhowala Jitendra July – August 2017
15 External M. Tech (SMFE) Examiner “Soil-Interaction of Single pile for Lateral Load in Multilayered Soil” Applied Mechanics Dept., S.V.N.I.T, Ichhanath, Surat. - Pawar Pavan July – August 2017
16 Acted as Expert in the selection committee for the recruitment of faculty at S.S.Agrawal Institute of Engg.& Tech., Navsari 22nd May 2017
17 Organized “Self Defense Activities Camp” for B.E. (All Branches) & M. C. A second year female TIFAC Core Seminar Hall , SCET ,Surat As per G.T.U. directives Halla Bol Season II (for Women Safety-Security & Healthy Society) 9th August 2016
18 External M. Tech (SMFE) Examiner “Effect of Silica Fume and Lime on Engineering Properties of Black Cotton Soil” Applied Mechanics Dept, S.V.N.I.T, Ichhanath, Surat. July 2016 (20/07/2016)
19 External (SMFE) Examiner “Model test on Granular Pile Reinforced with Basalt Fiber” Applied Mechanics Dept., S.V.N.I.T, Ichhanath, Surat. July 2016
20 External Examiner for M.E. (Water Recourses Engg.) Exam at G.E.C., Surat (Ground Water Management) 09-06-2016
21 External Paper setter & Examiner “Soil Mechanics” at Diploma (Civil) (4th Sem.) examination.Uka Tarsadia University, Maliba Campus. 22-04-2016
22 External M.Tech (Civil) Paper Setter & Examiner “Foundation Design and Soil Structure Interaction” at (2ndSem.) examination. Uka Tarsadia University, Maliba Campus, Bardoli 22-04-2016
23 Organized workshop for celebration of “ International Women’s Day” at N.J.Seminar Hall, SCET, Surat 08-03-2016
24 Organized Study Tour & technical visits for BE II Civil (Sem. IV) students 72 Students Tacheometry (Topographic) Survey at Ambaji , at GERI Hydrological Model Campus-Vadodara, Marble Stone Quarry Site-Ambaji, Survey Department of India-Gandhinagar 23/02/2016 to26/02/2016
25 External (Structural Engg.) Examiner Mini Project exam PG Structure at UTU , Maliba Campus 10th May 2018
26 Acted as Expert in the selection committee for the recruitment of faculty at GIDC College , Navsari 25th June 2018
27 External (SMFE) Examiner Applied Mechanics Dept, S.V.N.I.T, Ichhanath, Surat. 4rth July 2018
28 External (SE) Examiner Mini Project exam UG SVNIT, Surat 7 th June 2019
29 External GTU Practical Exam Duty GEC Bharuch , Sept.2019
30 External (SMFE) Examiner A COMPARATIVE STUDY BETWEEN BS :8006, FHWA NHI- 10-024 AND IRC SP102 FOR DESIGN OF MSE WALL AJINKYA RAJENDRA BHOSALE Applied Mechanics Dept, S.V.N.I.T, Ichhanath, Surat. 20th July 2021
31 Design and Installing Artificial Ground Water Recharge system at system at: 1.SMC Science Center (2009) 2. Panas Krushi Farm (2010) 3.Radhekrishna Market (2011) 4. Sachin – Pandesara (2011) 5. K.Girdhar International Diamond Factory, Umiya Mata road, Varachha (April 2014) 6. Mukhyamantri Gruh Yojna, Jahangirabad,Under Gujarat Housing Board (Oct. 2014) Preparing Soil testing and consulting report for SES Boy’s Hostel Building Athwalines, Surat (April 2014)
32 Subject Expert in Interview panel for staff selection by GTU Shree Dhanvantary College of Engg. & Tech., Kim 18_01_2022
33 External M. Tech (SMFE) Examiner Applied Mechanics Dept., S.V.N.I.T, Ichhanath, Surat. 15_07_2022
34 External M. Tech (Water Recourse Engg.) Examiner GEC , Surat 07_02_2022
35 Subject Expert in Interview panel for staff selection by GTU Shree Dhanvantary College of Engg. & Tech., Kim 12_09_2022
36 External Paper Setter and Examiner Disaster Management M.E Winter 2021 MH3102 Disaster Management , UPL UNIVERSITY OF SUSTAINABLE TECHNOLOGY , Ankleshwar -Valia Road 22-01-2022
37 External Practical Examination Environmental Management -I M.E. Winter 2021 EM3105 Environmental Management –I UPL UNIVERSITY OF SUSTAINABLE TECHNOLOGY , Ankleshwar-Valia Road 12-02-2022
38 External Paper Setter and Examiner Analytical & Instrumentation Techniques M.E. Sem 2 Summer 2022 EM3113 Analytical & Instrumentation Techniques UPL UNIVERSITY OF SUSTAINABLE TECHNOLOGY , Ankleshwar-Valia Road 09-07-2022
39 External Paper Setter and Examiner Constitution of India writing M.E. Sem 2 Summer 2022 MH3103 Constitution of India UPL UNIVERSITY OF SUSTAINABLE TECHNOLOGY , Ankleshwar-Valia Road 09-07-2022
40 External M. Tech Dissertation Examiner Soil mech. & Foundation Engg. at SVNIT ( Expansive Soil) 21-07-2011
41 External Paper Setter & Examiner “Mechanics of Deformable Bodies” at the B.Tech. (Civil) (3rd Semester) examination Uka Tarsadia University, Maliba Campus, Nov/Dec. 2013
42 External Examiner “Geotechnical Engineering – I”(Civil ) (5th sem) Charoter University of Science & Technology, Changa. Oct.2013
43 External M. Tech Examiner and Paper setter S.E (Civil) “Foundation Design and Soil Structure Interaction” at the (2nd Sem.) examination. Uka Tarsadia University,Maliba Campus, Bardoli May/June 2013
44 External Examiner Dissertation Soil mech. & Foundation Engg. at SVNIT ,Surat (Analysis of pile foundation of four legend transmission line structure) 23-07-2013
45 External G.T.U Project Examiner at G.E.C. Surat May 2013
46 External M. Tech Examiner Dissertation of Soil Mechanics & Foundation Engg. at Uka Tarsadia University, Maliba Campus, Bardoli April – May 2013
47 Appointed as Nodal Officer in university grant commission “Aadhar Card” of SCET students April 2013
48 Appointed as Chairmen Examination Committee (B.O.S) at Uka Tarsadia University, Maliba Campus. 15-9-2012
49 Reviewer of Journal of KSCE – Springer and Agriculture Science Research 2011-2012
50 External Paper Setter & Examiner “Water Resources Engineering – I” at the B.Tech. (Civil) (5th Sem) examination Uka Tarsadia University, Maliba Campus, Bardoli Nov/Dec. 2013
51 External Jury member in Technofestival ANVASION at G.E.C. Surat for Model Preparation & Poster Presentation 30-03-2011
52 Jury member in event of Reuse from Refuse KSHITIJ 2-4-2010
53 Acted as Event coordinator of SETU in KSHITIJ 2010 1-4-2010
54 External Jury member at C.K.Pithawala College for Model Preparation & Poster presentation 25-03-2010
55 Acted as chairperson college annual magazine ‘MOSAIC’ 1997 to 2001
56 Organized Academic tour at Ukai dam & Kakrapar Hydro power plant B.E. (I) All branches under south Gujarat university 10-11, 18-19 Feb.2000
57 Organized 8 Nos. of Blood Donation Camps at College campus 1999 to 2007
58 Acted as motivator of “Extempo times public speaking contest” organized by Times of India 2000 to 2007
59 External Paper setter & Examiner “Design of Steel Structure” at the B.Tech (Civil) (7th Sem.) examination. Uka Tarsadia University,Bardoli Oct 2014
60 Organized expert Lecture on “Emerging Research Trends in Geotechnical Engineering” for 3rd and 4rth year students by Dr. C. H. Solanki Prof & PG In charge, Dean Planning & Development Applied Mech. Dept. S.V.N.I.T., Surat 10-02-2016
61 Organized talk show on “Women at Work & Health Issue” Dr. Sujata Edibam (Owner of Edibam Maternity Hospital, Adajan, Suart ) 3-02-2016
62 External Jury member for the event World Environment day Poster competition on the theme-Ozone layer Depletion hazards/ Our efforts to save Mankind. Organized by Chemical Engg. Dept. SCET 16-09-2015
63 Recognize as Registered Ph.D Guide at G.T.U (GTU/PhD/Supervisor/2015/7886) 10-08-2015
64 External M. Tech Examiner “Parametric study on Composite Pile of Granular Aggregate & Pervious Concrete using FEM Analysis” Soil Mechanics & Foundation Engineering Applied Mechanics Dept, S.V.N.I.T, Ichhanath, Surat. 15-07-2015
65 External M.E (Civil) Examiner “Structural Design RCC& Steel” M.E. (Civil) (Dissertation phase II) G.T.U. Chandkheda, Ahmedabad. 03-07-2015
66 Organized Study Tour at GOA for B.E.(III & IV) students – To visit ---- Selaulim dam (Concrete Spill way away from the dam axis),Aguwada Jail & fort (Historical sitein stone masonry) , National institute of oceanography (NIO) , Historical Site in stone masonry (Mangeshi Temple, LaxmiNarayan temple) ,Basilica of BomJesus Chruch, Old Goa (Historical Sitein brick masonry), Archeological survey of India, Old Goa.. 107 Students 23/03/2015 to 29/03/2015—7 days
67 Organized talks show & camp on Women Health & Fitness awareness Dr. Sonia Chandani ( visiting Gynecologist at SES, Doctor Bombay Serjical & Meternity Hospital, City light ) 6-02-2015
68 Panelist for discussion “Engineering as career” Session at Fountainhead school ,Surat 30-01-2015
69 Acted as chairperson canteen committee Aug. 2001 to 2005
70 Organize Expert lecture on “Women Development Skills” Dr. Minakshi Tripathi Prof. Vadia women’s College Dept. of Home Science. 8th August 2014
71 Acted as Polling officer Vidhanshabha Election 30 April 2014
72 Acted as Convener – “Women Development cell” at SCET July 2014 to April 2018
73 External M.Tech S.E (Civil) Paper setter & Examiner “Foundation Design and Soil Structure Interaction” at the (2nd Sem.) examination.Uka Tarsadia University,Maliba Campus, Bardoli May/June 2014
74 Planed & Organized expert lecture on “Techniques of Repair & Rehabilitation of Concrete structure” by consultant Er. Vijay Dhami March 2014
75 Organized academic tour To UKAI for B.E. CIVIL 4th Year & ME-1ST TCP (84 Students) to gain knowledge about the technical details of Ukai dam and infiltration galleries and working of the hydroelectric power plant 26/02/2014 , 1 Day
76 Organized Field visit For B.E.III, 6th Sem Students, at Unique Soil Testing & Consulting Services Laboratory, Udhana, Surat (Soil Investigation Techniques, Plate Load test, Pile Load Test, Samplers…) 2nd Feb.2014
77 External Paper setter “Geotechnical Engineering – II” (Civil)(6 th Sem) of B. Tech. Examination Charoter University of Science & Technology Changa. Nov/Dec. 2013