Bachelor of Technology (B.Tech.) Plastic Engineering

Bachelor of Technology (B.Tech.) Plastic Engineering

About Course

B.Tech in Plastics Technology or Bachelor of Plastics Technology is a course in plastics technology. Plastics technology includes the manufacture, design, development and production of plastic products. Chemical engineering is the father of polymer engineering, which includes the development of processes and equipment to create new and different types of synthetic materials.

The Bachelor of Technology in Plastics Technology program focuses on the use of plastics in the manufacture of products. The degree in plastics technology lasts four years and, thanks to its job-oriented character, offers many jobs after graduation.

Course Highlights

Particulars	Values
Course Name	B.Tech in Plastic Engineering
Course Level	Under Graduate (UG)
Course Duration	2 Years
Examination Type	Semester Based
Eligibility Criteria	10+2 with Physics, Chemistry  and Mathematics as core subjects
Admission Process	Entrance Examination
Specialization	Plastic Engineering
Types of Courses	Full time, Online, Distance Learning
Internship	Yes
Entrance Exams	JEE Main, JEE Advance, BITSAT
Course Fee	INR 50,000 to 2,00,000
Average Annual Salary	INR 5 to 7 LPA
Top Recruiting Companies	Singapore Plastic Recycle Company, Schneider Electric, Siemens AG, Ministry of Petroleum, Oil and Natural Gas Commission (ONGC) etc.
Job Profiles	Plastic Mould Maker, Design Technician, Plastic Testing Technologist, Mould Designer, Quality Control Manager

Why Study B.Tech in Plastic Engineering?

Plastic is one of the polymers that is used in various forms in everyone's life, which makes the plastic industry very much in demand. B.Tech in Plastic Engineering provides you with in-depth knowledge of the entire process of manufacturing plastic products and other by-products made from plastic. This course not only imparts theoretical knowledge, but also practical field work. Since plastic is a non-biodegradable substance, e.g. Engineering in plastics technology revolves around the study of recycling, reuse, and invention of various chemical and scientific methods to break down plastics.

Eligibility Criteria

Eligibility Criteria for B.Tech in Engineering Plastics:

·      Students must pass a twelfth or equivalent from a recognized body.

·      A total of 60% in Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics is mandatory and 75% when applying for IIT.

·      students must be 17 years of age or older at the time of enrolment.

·      For categories restricted by government standards, there will be a 5% relaxation.

·      Each university and council has its own admission criteria. Students should read the guidelines once before completing the modules.

Admission Process

Applicants can apply online by filling out the application form available on the University website and attaching the required documents. Applicants can go to the college to apply by filling out the form and uploading the required documents if the online application is not available.

Skills Required for BTech in Plastic Engineering

Each industry requires specific skills. Plastics engineering requires both technical and social skills. The desire to improve and qualify is a must in any career. Below are some of the skills required to become the best B.Tech Plastics Engineers.

·      Interpersonal Skills

·      Time Management and Organisation Skills

·      Communication Skills

·      Problem Solving Skills

·      Team Working Skills

·      Decision Making Skills

·      Creativity

·      Analytical Skills

·      Designing Skills

·      Comprehension Skills

 

Entrance Exams for MTech in Plastic Engineering

Entrance exams are administered at the state or national level. Entrance exams are held for admission and students have to work hard to pass the competitive entrance tests in order to be admitted to the best institutions. Here are some of the best B.Tech entrance exams:

·      JEE Main

·      JEE Advanced

·      SRMJEEE

·      BITSAT

·      VITEEE

Fee Structure

B.Tech Plastic Engineering is a three-year course consisting of 8 semesters. B.Tech Plastic Engineering average fees range from INR 25,000 to 2 LPA.

Some of BTech Plastic Engineering Colleges are listed below based on their fee structure:

Name of College	Average Annual Fees
Sikkim Manipal Institute of Technology, East Sikkim	INR 2.6 LPA
VIT, Vellore	INR 1.98 LPA
Chandigarh University	INR 1.6 LPA

Selection Process

All selected candidates must achieve the required minimum grades and a final grade in the final exam. After selection, the student can pay the tuition and get an entrance ticket. Lateral entry is also possible, 10+3 years of diploma can integrate the second year of study.

Top Colleges of BTech in Plastic Engineering

Listed below are some of the top B.Tech in Plastic Engineering College in India which offer the course:

Name of College	Average Annual Fee (INR)	Location
Aryabhatta Knowledge University	INR 40,000	Patna, Bihar
Gujarat Technological University	INR 75,000	Ahmedabad, Gujarat
Institute of Chemical Technology	INR 95,000	Mumbai, Maharashtra
Laxminarayan Institute of Technology, Nagpur	INR 1,04,550	Nagpur, Maharashtra
Biju Patnaik University of Technology	INR 1,06,000	Rourkela, Orissa

Jobs and Placements in B.Tech in Plastic Engineering

There are jobs at B.Tech Plastic Engineering in a variety of industries, as plastics are used in almost all areas. The production of plastics increases every year due to the growing demand for jobs in the public and private sectors. The positions are based on the skills and qualifications of the graduates.

PRIVATE JOBS

B.Tech Plastic Engineering salary in India ranges from INR 2 to 5 LPA for private company retraining. Job titles include:

Top Private Companies	Job Designation	Salary
ACG	Plastic Production Engineer	INR 5 LPA
Yes Marketing	Plastic Engineer	INR 4.5 LPA
Havells	Plastic Mould Design	INR 3.72 LPA

GOVERNMENT JOBS

B.Tech Plastic Engineering Salary in India is INR 2-5 LPA in Government Sector. The following data reflects the scope of B.Tech Plastic Engineering in public companies:

Top Government Companies	Job Designation	Salary
National Thermal Power Corporation	Assistant Engineer	INR 3.6 LPA
Central Institute of Petrochemicals Engineering and Technology	Project Assistant	INR 3 LPA
Rourkela Steel Plant	Management Trainee	INR 2.47 LPA

 

ABROAD JOBS

The B.Tech Plastic Engineering range offers many employment opportunities in India and beyond. People with skills and expertise can find work in other countries. Multinational companies offer quality titles such as product specialist, development manager, etc.

Top International Recruiting Companies who hire BTech Plastic Engineer graduates are:

·      Philips

·      Schneider Electric

·      CADD

·      LT

·      Standard Chartered

Job Profiles

Some of the famous expert avenues open to successful graduates of the B.Tech in Plastic Engineering degree are indexed underneath with the corresponding salaries provided for the respective positions.

Job Profiles	Job Description	Average Salary in INR
Plastic Mould Maker	A plastic mould maker constructs, adapts, and modifies molds for plastic injection molding, die cast tooling, metal stamping, and other molding operations.	INR 1,40,000
Design Technician	Design Technician create specific drawings for engineering projects, layouts, sketches, maps and image representations of engineering designs.	INR 3,20,000
Plastic Testing Technologist	Plastic Testing Technologist is responsible for providing testing support for operational staff, including performing duties related to routine physical, mechanical, thermal, rheological, weathering, and chemical testing for plastics property and durability evaluation, equipment and lab maintenance.	INR 6,10,000
Quality Control Manager	A Quality Control Manager supervisor supervises personnel and oversees product improvement tactics to make certain that merchandise meet pleasant and performance standards.	INR 10,50,000

Scope for B.Tech in Plastic Engineering

The range of services offered by B.Tech Plastic Engineering in India is extensive. B.tech Plastic Engineering graduates have a wide range of options to choose from. The average starting salary package ranges from INR 1 to LPA 6.Salary depends on position, technical skills and soft skills.

B.Tech in Plastic Engineering: Career Prospects

Upon completion of the B. Tech Plastic Engineering degree, candidates can choose from a variety of career options and career prospects. B. Applicants with a degree in Engineering Plastics Engineering may choose between government or private industry. Different job options that candidates have after completing the B.Tech Plastic Engineering includes Plastic Engineer, Plastic Test Manager, Design Technician, Mold Maker, Warehouse Manager, Mold Designer etc. The starting salary for a B. Tech Plastic Engineering candidate ranges from INR 5 to 7 INR LPA.