Field Visit to Ready Mix Concrete Plant and Salaulim Dam

As part of civil engineering field exposure, the department organized a field visit for second-year students to Nessai on 12th March 2026. The visit included a Ready Mix Concrete (RMC) manufacturing unit and the Salaulim Dam. The students were accompanied by Asst. Prof. Shruti Jambhale and Genevieve Fernandes.

The first site visited was the Ready Mix Concrete (RMC) plant operated by Alcon Cement at Nessai. The purpose of this visit was to understand the practical processes involved in the production of ready-mix concrete using modern automated systems. Students observed the storage of aggregates (40 mm, 20 mm, and 10 mm), various types of sand, cement silos, and the batching system. The plant utilizes load cells and computerized controls to accurately measure and mix materials according to the selected mix design. Moisture sensors automatically adjust the water content to maintain the appropriate water-cement ratio, while admixtures are added to ensure workability during transportation. This visit provided valuable insights into industrial concrete production and helped bridge the gap between theoretical knowledge and real-world construction practices.

The students also visited the Salaulim Dam to understand the practical aspects of dam construction and water management. The group arrived at the site at approximately 2:10 PM, where they observed the expansive reservoir, river, and surrounding landscape. The engineering in-charge welcomed the students near the spillway and explained the history and significance of the dam, which primarily supplies drinking water and irrigation to support agriculture in Goa. The engineer elaborated on the various stages of dam construction, including site surveying, foundation preparation, construction of the dam structure, and installation of spillways for controlling excess water flow. During the visit, students observed the massive concrete structure, spillway gates, reservoir, and safety monitoring systems that ensure the dam’s stability and efficient performance.