About PhD in Automobile Engineering

PhD Automobile Engineering or Doctor of Philosophy in Automobile Engineering is a Doctorate of Automobile Engineering course. Automobile Engineering or automotive engineering is the branch of engineering that deals with the study of how to design, manufacture, and operate automobiles like buses, trucks, cars, etc. and their respective engineering subsystems PhD students develop a core understanding of automotive systems integration. The course gives depth and breadth of knowledge through intensive automotive tracks, a technical minor, leadership and business training, and a six-month internship. To meet graduation requirements, students must write a dissertation consisting of original research integrating technical and other issues in leadership, management and business, or related fields. Students must also complete a technical minor in an area of science or engineering outside the discipline and integrate it into their dissertation.

Eligibility Criteria of PhD Automobile Engineering    

The students should have passed a Post Graduate degree such as M.Phil. in a relevant subject or equivalent with at least 50% marks in aggregate.

Candidate should clear the common entrance exam conducted by the University for the Course.

Syllabus of PhD Automobile Engineering

1. Research Areas
2. Thermal Science
3. Alternate Fuels/CFD Analysis in IC Engine
4. Flow and Combustion Analysis in IC Engines
5. Vehicle Dynamics

PhD Automobile Engineering Course Suitability

Candidate should possess the ability to analyze and interpret data; excellent technical knowledge; good communication and presentation skills; the ability to prioritize and plan well and the ability to work to budgets and deadlines. 

The course is suitable for those who want to design new models by keeping a view in mind the performance, capability, strength and appearance of the automobiles and the expenditure for its manufacture and maintenance. 

Candidate should possess excellent communication skills; computer skills; good analytical and problem-solving skills; and an eye for detail.

How is PhD Automobile Engineering Course Beneficial?

The course is beneficial for working in a multitude of different areas of industry, including research and development, design, manufacturing, and production.

It also provides students with the knowledge and competence needed to develop technologies for a sustainable mobile society that is in line with the industry’s needs. 

After the course, candidates can start their own business enterprises like automobile maintenance workshops or automobile garages. 

Candidates can work as faculty in reputed technical colleges both in India and abroad. Also, as a researcher in this field, one can do further development by experimenting with newer and safer ways to design an automobile.

PhD Automobile Engineering Employment Areas

• Colleges & Universities
• Maruti
• Hyundai
• Ashok Leyland
• Telco
• Motor Repair and Maintenance Service Stations
• Volvo
• Automobile Garages or Workshops
• Ford

PhD Automobile Engineering Job Types

• Automobile Engineering Technician
• Emissions Researcher
• Performance Engineer
• Vehicle Dynamics Controller
• Operations Researcher
• Project Head
• Automobile Windshield Designer
• Professor (Across Level)
• Architect