Deadline Extended upto March 10, 2025!!
PRIZE POOL
₹1,00,000
Sponsored by : Association of Consulting Civil Engineers(India),Coimbatore & AVP RMC.
PSG College of Technology
PSG College of Technology, is a Govt. Aided, Autonomous Institution, affiliated to Anna University and an ISO 9001:2015 certified Institution. The college was established in the year 1951. This is one of the foremost institutions founded by the PSG & Sons' Charities Trust (1926).
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The Department of Civil Engineering at PSG College of Technology, Coimbatore, is one of the oldest and well-established departments in the institution. It is established in the year 1953. It offers undergraduate, postgraduate, and doctorate programs in various specializations of civil engineering. With a focus on both theoretical and practical learning, the department is supported by modern laboratories and experienced faculty. With its strong academic framework, cutting-edge facilities and focus on industry connections, the Department of Civil Engineering at PSG College of Technology is a well-regarded institution for aspiring civil engineers.
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ICI Students Chapter PSGCT
The Indian Concrete Institute (ICI) Student Chapter at PSG College of Technology is part of the larger ICI network, which promotes education and awareness in concrete technology and construction practices. The chapter is specifically designed to cater to the needs of civil engineering students by organizing technical workshops, seminars, and guest lectures, allowing them to engage with industry professionals.
Civil Engineering Association
The Civil Engineering Association at PSG College of Technology is a student-led organization dedicated to fostering interest and excellence in civil engineering. It provides a platform for students to engage in technical workshops, seminars, and site visits, enhancing their practical skills and industry knowledge. Through various events, guest lectures, and project competitions, the association encourages innovation and collaboration, helping students stay updated on the latest trends and advancements in civil engineering.
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STEP 01
Preparation of Mix Design
Make your innovative concrete mix design to achieve a compressive strength of 25-30 MPa
STEP 02
Cast your Cubes
Cast your cubes according to the mix design prepared
STEP 03
Registration
After casting the cubes and appropriate curing, register your team details in the form given.
Resources
National Cube Contest-Edition II
Eligibility criteria
• Open to students of all engineering colleges specializing in civil engineering.
• A team of minimum three and maximum five participants are allowed.
• Each institution can have multiple teams with different mix design, but a student can participate in only one team.
• The submitted mix design report (in the given format) must be included and duly certified by the faculty mentor, who will be personally responsible for ensuring participants adhere to all guidelines.
Use of Materials
- Coarse and fine aggregates from natural sources must meet IS:383 requirements, with a maximum coarse aggregate size of 20 mm.
- Acceptable types of cement - Portland Pozzolana Cement (1489 Part I), Composite Cement (IS 16415 : 2015).
- Use of OPC is not permitted. Usage of Blended cement is preferred.
- Chemical admixtures conforming to IS:9103 may be used.
Mix Design
The participants should prepare the mix adhering to the guidelines to achieve a cube strength of 25-30 MPa on the day of testing.
Cube Specimen
- Cubical test specimens must be 150 x 150 x 150 mm in size, cast as one monolithic unit.
- Reinforcing fibres, impregnation with materials, or any similar modifications are not allowed.
General Instructions
• After the preparation of final mix report register your teams with us by clicking Regiter Now.
• Upon successful registration a team code will be sent to the registered email/Whatsapp Number.
• At the date of casting, an unique identification code will be sent to the registered email/Whatsapp Number and the same should be engraved on the cubes with sharp object (Not with paint or markers).
• At the time of casting an one minute short video should be recorded with GPS camera (along with date,time and location) and the same should be mailed to ici.civil@psgtech.ac.in on the same date of casting.
• Only after recieving the video your registration process will be complete.
• After 28 days, the cubes shall be suitably packed and delivered to the address for testing.
• Age of cubes on the day of testing shall be more than 28 days and less than 36 days.
• Each team is to submit a total of 3 cubes for testing on 28 days.
• The cubes should be of standard size of 150 X 150 X 150 mm.
• The cubes should not have any type of reinforcement or fibre.
• Violation of any of the guidelines will lead to disqualification.
Registration
- Each entry will be made by a group of three to five students.
- A mix design report (in the format given), including trial mix test results, the final mix design with relevant parameters should be submitted with each entry.
- A minimum of three cubes must be submitted with each entry.
- Cubes should be marked with the unique identification code recieved on the upward face to receive the test load.
- Cubes containers/packages should be mentioned with the sender's name and address.
Competitors are responsible for delivering the cubes to the address on or before
10/03/2025
The competitors bear all expenses materials, casting, packing, and delivery. Damaged cubes in transit will be rejected.
Testing of Cubes
• Testing of cubes will be done on the date given by participants (ie. when the age of cube is more than 28 days and less than 36 days)
• Competitors are welcomed on the day of testing of their cubes at ACRL Lab,PSG College of Technology.
• Testing will adhere to IS:516 standards, and the average strength of three cubes in direct compression will be considered for merit assessment based on
- Strength-to-cement content ratio.
- Uniformity of results
- Deviation from the target strength
- Special recognition for the use of fly ash/ admixtures
Evaluation criteria
| SI .NO | CRITERIA | MAXIMUM MARKS |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | MIX DESIGN REPORT | 20 |
| 2 | DESIGN STRENGTH & ACTUAL STRENGTH | 20 |
| 3 | UNIFORMITY OF RESULTS | 15 |
| 4 | CEMENT CONTENT TO STRENGTH RATIO | 20 |
| 5 | USE OF ADMIXTURE | 10 |
| 6 | INNOVATION AND OTHER CRITERIA | 15 |
| MAXIMUM MARKS | 100 |
• Visual observation of cubes with respect to shape, finishing, fracture, distribution of constituents for homogeneity observed after fracture are also considered.
• Deviation of individual test results among cubes.
• Negative marking of 1 for each MPa higher than 30 or lower than 25.
Announcement of Results
• All winners and the concerned institutes/organizations will be informed.
• Final Decisions will be made by the Evaluation committee (experts from industry and leading institutions).
• The certificates for winners and participants will be distributed in the function to be held in PSGCT.
Send your Cubes to
Advanced Concrete Research Laboratory,
K Block Ground Floor,
PSG College of Technology,
Avinashi Rd,
Peelamedu,
Coimbatore 641 004,
Tamil Nadu.
Glimpse of First Edition
National Cube Contest 2023-24
Event Posters
National Cube Contest Second Edition
Student Coordinators
Sudhakkaran L
Secretary-ICI Students Chapter
PSG College of Technology
Vinoth Kumar S
Joint Secretary-ICI Students Chapter
PSG College of Technology
Sangamitra M P
Joint Secretary-ICI Students Chapter
PSG College of Technology
Keshnee N
Executive member-ICI Students Chapter
PSG College of Technology
Aadhithya A P
Executive member-ICI Students Chapter
PSG College of Technology
Harshini S
Executive member-ICI Students Chapter
PSG College of Technology
Aiswaryaa K
Executive member-ICI Students Chapter
PSG College of Technology
Aravind Babu Sathya Rajakumar
Executive member-ICI Students Chapter
PSG College of Technology
Arunaa S
Secretary-Civil Engineering Association
PSG College of Technology
Rahul G V
Joint Secretary-Civil Engineering Association
PSG College of Technology
Mugintha Priya M
Joint Secretary-Civil Engineering Association
PSG College of Technology
Akshaya K
Executive member-Civil Engineering Association
PSG College of Technology
Salman A
Executive member-Civil Engineering Association
PSG College of Technology
Sakthi S
Executive member-Civil Engineering Association
PSG College of Technology
Kasilingam
Executive member-Civil Engineering Association
PSG College of Technology
Yogheswar S V
Executive member-Civil Engineering Association
PSG College of Technology
Advisory Committee
Dr.S.Praveen Kumar
Associate professor
Faculty Advisor - ICI Students Chapter PSGCT
Mr.M.Manivannan
Associate professor
Faculty Advisor - Civil Engineering Association
Mr.C.G.Sivakumar
Associate professor
PSG College of Technology
Prize Details
For External Teams
For PSG Teams
SECOND PLACE
₹5,000
FIRST PLACE
₹10,000
THIRD PLACE
₹3,000
SURPRIZING GIFTS OF WORTH
(for all participating teams)
₹25,000
Frequently Asked Questions
National Cube Contest-Second Edition
What are the eligibility criteria for participants?
All students from engineering colleges specializing in civil engineering, practicing engineers from industries are eligible. Each team can consist of three to five members.
How do I register for the contest?
Participants must register through the link and submit their cubes by the specified deadline.
Are there any prizes for the top entries?
Yes, prizes will be awarded to the top three participants with a prize pool of ₹1,00,000 along with certificates of achievement.
What criteria will be used to evaluate the cubes?
Evaluation will be primarily based on compressive strength and the criteria given.
Can I observe the testing process?
Yes, participants are welcomed to observe the testing process and engage with the organizers and lab technicians.
Is there a specific format for the registration form?
Yes, please ensure that all sections of the registration form (gform) are completed accurately, including participant details, mix design report and a short video of casting.
Where the templates of team details,Bonafide,Mix report are available?
It is available under event details.Click on the buttons to download the templates.
Contact
Mail us your queries
Address
Peelamedu,Coimbatore
Call Us
+91 7708821174
Email Us
ici.civil@psgtech.ac.in
Our Sponsors
Association of Consulting Civil Engineers (India), Coimbatore center
