1. PHYSICS

T.s.Negi GC Reckongpeo

courses

Course Learning Outcomes

S.No. Course Title Course Code Class Course Outcome
1 Mechanics PHYS101 B.Sc. 1st year
  • Students will grasp classical mechanics principles and develop problem-solving skills through real-world applications and analytical reasoning.
2 Electricity, Magnetism and EMT PHY102 B.Sc. 1st year
  • Understand fundamental concepts of electricity and magnetism, including electric fields, magnetic fields, and electromagnetic forces.
  • Apply Maxwell's equations to analyze electromagnetic phenomena.
  • Develop critical thinking and quantitative skills through practical experiments and theoretical exercises.
3 Statistical and Thermal Physics PHYS201 B.Sc. 2nd year
  • Grasp core concepts of statistical mechanics and thermodynamics.
  • Analyze systems using statistical ensembles.
  • Understand the laws of thermodynamics and their applications.
4 Wave and Optics PHYS202 B.Sc. 2nd year
  • Understand fundamental wave properties and principles of optics.
  • Analyze interference, diffraction, and polarization phenomena.
5 Physics Workshop Skills PHYS203 B.Sc. 2nd year
  • Learn unit conversions and measurement tools.
  • Develop mechanical and workshop skills.
  • Practice electrical circuit assembly and soldering.
6 Computational Physics PHYS204 B.Sc. 2nd year
  • Apply FORTRAN programming skills to solve physical problems.
  • Learn publishing various manuscripts using LATEX.
  • Analyze data using GNU plot and spreadsheets.
7 Electrical Circuits and Network Skills PHYS205 B.Sc. 2nd year
  • Equip students to design electrical circuits and networks.
  • Teach troubleshooting techniques for electrical circuits and appliances.
8 Basic Instrumentation Skills PHYS206 B.Sc. 2nd year
  • This course provides hands-on experience with different instruments and their applications.
9 Elements of Modern Physics PHYS301 B.Sc. 3rd year
  • Grasp key concepts of modern physics and quantum mechanics.
  • Analyze atomic models and spectra.
  • Apply uncertainty principles and wave-particle duality.
  • Explore nuclear structure, radioactivity, and energy generation.
10 Solid State Physics and Electronics PHYS302 B.Sc. 3rd year
  • Understand crystal structures, bonding, and lattice dynamics.
  • Analyze phonons and thermal properties of solids.
  • Explore free electron and band theories of metals.
  • Apply concepts of semiconductor physics and junction devices.
  • Analyze amplifier and oscillator circuits in electronics.
11 Astronomy and Astrophysics PHYS303 B.Sc. 3rd year
  • Understand astronomical scales and measurement techniques.
  • Analyze stellar properties and classification methods.
  • Explore solar system dynamics and solar activity.
  • Investigate the structure and classification of galaxies.
  • Apply concepts of cosmic distance and the expanding universe.
12 Nuclear and Particle Physics PHYS304 B.Sc. 3rd year
  • Comprehend the properties and models of nuclei.
  • Examine radioactivity and the processes of nuclear decay.
  • Explore the functions of nuclear detectors and accelerators.
  • Investigate particle physics and its conservation laws.
13 Quantum Mechanics PHYS305 B.Sc. 3rd year
  • Comprehend both the time-dependent and time-independent Schrödinger equations.
  • Analyze quantum states and wave functions effectively.
  • Explore bound states, hydrogen-like atoms, and atomic interactions.
  • Investigate angular momentum, electron spin, and dynamics of multi-electron atoms.
14 Physics of Devices and Instruments PHYS306 B.Sc. 3rd year
  • Understand semiconductor devices and their characteristics.
  • Analyze power supply systems and filter circuits.
  • Explore integrated circuit fabrication processes.
  • Comprehend communication systems and modulation techniques.
  • Familiarize with digital data communication standards and protocols.
15 Radiation Safety PHYS307 B.Sc. 3rd year
  • Understand atomic and nuclear physics concepts.
  • Analyze radiation interactions with matter.
  • Evaluate radiation safety and management practices.
16 Applied Optics PHYS308 B.Sc. 3rd year
  • Understand laser principles and applications.
  • Explore Fourier optics and image processing techniques.
  • Study holography and interferometer methods.
  • Conduct experiments in laser and fiber optic technologies.
17 Weather Forecasting PHYS309 B.Sc. 3rd year
  • Understand atmospheric structure and composition.
  • Measure temperature, pressure, wind, and humidity.
  • Explore weather systems and climate change.
  • Apply weather forecasting techniques and analyze data.
  • Conduct related experiments.
18 Renewable Energy and Energy Harvesting PHYS310 B.Sc. 3rd year
  • Examine fossil fuels, nuclear energy, and renewable sources.
  • Study solar applications and photovoltaic systems.
  • Explore wind, ocean, geothermal, and hydropower technologies.
  • Investigate piezoelectric and electromagnetic energy harvesting.

LECTURE PLANS



Subject Group Data

SubjectGroupName-Code Name University Code Yes/No
PHYSICS-DSC-1A Mechanics PHYS 101 TH yes
PHYSICS-DSC-1A-P Mechanics PHYS 101 PR yes
PHYSICS-DSC-1B Electricity and Magnetism PHYS 102 TH yes
PHYSICS-DSC-1B-P Electricity and Magnetism PHYS 102 PR yes
PHYSICS-DSC-1C Statistical Thermal Physics PHYS 201 TH yes
PHYSICS-DSC-1C-P Statistical Thermal Physics PHYS 201 PR yes
PHYSICS-DSC-1D Waves and Optics PHYS 202 TH yes
PHYSICS-DSC-1D-P Waves and Optics PHYS 202 PR yes
PHYSICS-SEC-1 Physics Workshop Skills PHYS 203 TH no
PHYSICS-SEC-1 Computational Physics PHYS 204 TH yes
PHYSICS-SEC-2 Electrical Circuits and Network Skills PHYS 205 TH yes
PHYSICS-SEC-2 Basic Instrumentation Skills PHYS 206 TH no
PHYSICS-SEC-3 Radiation Safety PHYS 307 TH yes
PHYSICS-SEC-3 Applied Optics PHYS 308 TH no
PHYSICS-SEC-4 Weather Forcasting PHYS 309 TH no
PHYSICS-SEC-4 Renewable Energy and Energy Harvesting PHYS 310 TH yes
PHYSICS-DSE-1A Solid State Physics and Electronics PHYS 302 TH yes
PHYSICS-DSE-1A-P Solid State Physics and Electronics PHYS 302 PR yes
PHYSICS-DSE-1A Elements of Modern Physics PHYS 301 TH no
PHYSICS-DSE-1A-P Elements of Modern Physics PHYS 301 PR no
PHYSICS-DSE-1A Astronomy and Astrophysics PHYS 303 TH no
PHYSICS-DSE-1A-P Astronomy and Astrophysics PHYS 303 PR no
PHYSICS-DSE-1B Quantum Mechanics PHYS 305 TH yes
PHYSICS-DSE-1B-P Quantum Mechanics PHYS 305 PR yes
PHYSICS-DSE-1B Nuclear and Particle Physics PHYS 304 TH no
PHYSICS-DSE-1B-P Nuclear and Particle Physics PHYS 304 PR no
PHYSICS-DSE-1B Physics of Devices and Instruments PHYS 306 TH no
PHYSICS-DSE-1B-P Physics of Devices and Instruments PHYS 306 PR no

Course Structure

Year I
CORE COURSE-I
  • Course Code: PHYS101TH
  • PHYS101IA – MECHANICS Theory (4 Credits)
  • PHYS101PR – MECHANICS Lab (2 Credits)
CORE COURSE-IV
  • Course Codes: PHYS102TH, PHYS102IA
  • ELECTRICITY, MAGNETISIM AND EMT Theory (4 Credits)
  • PHYS102PR – ELECTRICITY, MAGNETISIM AND EMT Lab (2 Credits)
Year II
CORE COURSE-VII
  • Course Code: PHYS201TH
  • PHYS201IA – STATISTICAL AND THERMAL PHYSICS Theory (4 Credits)
  • PHYS201PR – STATISTICAL AND THERMAL PHYSICS Lab (2 Credits)
CORE COURSE-X
  • Course Code: PHYS202TH
  • PHYS202IA – WAVES AND OPTICS Theory (4 Credits)
  • PHYS202PR – WAVES AND OPTICS Lab (2 Credits)
SEC 1 (Choose any one from given two)
  • Course Code: PHYS203TH
  • PHYS203IA – PHYSICS WORKSHOP SKILLS Theory (3+1 Credits: TH+IA = 3, SE = 1)
  • PHYS203SE – PHYSICS WORKSHOP SKILLS Skill Exam
  • Course Code: PHYS204TH
  • PHYS204IA – COMPUTATIONAL PHYSICS Theory
  • PHYS204SE – COMPUTATIONAL PHYSICS Lab
SEC 2 (Choose any one from given two)
  • Course Codes: PHYS205TH, PHYS205IA
  • ELECTRICAL CIRCUITS AND NETWORK SKILLS Theory (3+1 Credits: TH+IA = 3, SE = 1)
  • PHYS205SE – ELECTRICAL CIRCUITS AND NETWORK SKILLS Skill Exam
  • Course Codes: PHYS206TH, PHYS206IA
  • BASIC INSTRUMENTATION SKILLS Theory
  • PHYS206SE – BASIC INSTRUMENTATION SKILLS Skill Exam
Year III
DISCIPLINE SPECIFIC ELECTIVES (DSE:1A) (Choose any one from given three)
  • Course Code: PHYS301TH
  • PHYS301IA – ELEMENTS OF MODERN PHYSICS Theory (4+2 Credits: TH+IA = 4, PR = 2 OR 5+1: TH+IA = 5, TU = 1)
  • PHYS301PR – ELEMENTS OF MODERN PHYSICS Lab
  • Course Code: PHYS302TH
  • PHYS302IA – SOLID STATE PHYSICS AND ELECTRONICS Theory
  • PHYS302PR – SOLID STATE PHYSICS AND ELECTRONICS Lab
  • Course Codes: PHYS303TH, PHYS303IA
  • ASTRONOMY AND ASTROPHYSICS Theory
  • PHYS303TU – ASTRONOMY AND ASTROPHYSICS Tutorials
DISCIPLINE SPECIFIC ELECTIVES (DSE:1B) (Choose any one from given three)
  • Course Codes: PHYS304TH, PHYS304IA
  • NUCLEAR AND PARTICLE PHYSICS Theory (5+1 Credits: TH+IA = 5, TU = 1 OR 4+2: TH+IA = 4, PR = 2)
  • PHYS304TU – NUCLEAR AND PARTICLE PHYSICS Tutorials
  • Course Code: PHYS305TH
  • PHYS305IA – QUANTUM MECHANICS Theory
  • PHYS305PR – QUANTUM MECHANICS Lab
  • Course Code: PHYS306TH
  • PHYS306IA – PHYSICS OF DEVICES AND INSTRUMENTS Theory
  • PHYS306PR – PHYSICS OF DEVICES AND INSTRUMENTS Lab
SEC 3 (Choose any one from given two)
  • Course Code: PHYS307TH
  • PHYS307IA – RADIATION SAFETY Theory (3+1 Credits: TH+IA = 3, SE = 1)
  • PHYS307SE – RADIATION SAFETY Skill Exam
  • Course Code: PHYS308TH
  • PHYS308IA – APPLIED OPTICS Theory (SE = 1)
  • PHYS308SE – APPLIED OPTICS Skill Exam
SEC 4 (Choose any one from given two)
  • Course Code: PHYS309TH
  • PHYS309IA – WEATHER FORECASTING Theory (3+1 Credits: TH+IA = 3, SE = 1)
  • PHYS309SE – WEATHER FORECASTING Skill Exam
  • Course Code: PHYS310TH
  • PHYS310IA – RENEWABLE ENERGY AND ENERGY HARVESTING Theory
  • PHYS310SE – RENEWABLE ENERGY AND ENERGY HARVESTING Skill Exam

* TH = Theory, IA = Internal Assessment, PR = Practical, TU = Tutorials, SE = Skill Exam

Total Crdits Overview

  • Core Courses: 28 Credits (Theoretical + Lab)
  • Skill Enhancement Courses: 20 Credits (Theoretical + Skill Exams)
  • Electives: 28 Credits (Theoretical + Lab/Tutorials)

This structure provides a comprehensive overview of the physics curriculum, allowing students to gain theoretical knowledge alongside practical skills in various areas of physics.

Programme Outcome

  • Enhanced understanding of fundamental principles, laws, and mathematical analyses associated with various concepts in physics.
  • Develop student’s grasp of operational principles of various devices, as well as electrical and electronic circuits commonly used in today's technology.
  • Foster a scientific mindset and motivate students to contribute to advancements in scientific research and development.
  • Providing hands-on training through practical sessions involving a range of electrical, electronic, digital, and mechanical devices.
  • To develop critical thinking skills through problem-solving exercises that relate physics concepts to real-world applications, paving the way for careers in scientific research of both national and international significance.
  • To instill a sense of curiosity and wonder about the universe, motivating lifelong learning and exploration in the realm of science.