Department of
Physics
Fostering academic excellence, advanced research, and holistic development to shape the innovators of tomorrow.
Overview
Department of Physics
The department was established in the year 1975. It is an active beehive of innovative
experiments being carried out in a wide range of topics in physical sciences. Many types of
equipment have been designed and constructed in the department for use in the laboratory.
Physics department has state-of-art laboratories to cater to the students of undergraduate
courses. The faculty members are actively engaged in research and outreach activities to create
and promote interest in basic sciences among youth. The students are also provided with various
opportunities to enhance their knowledge of the subject and encouraged to pursue higher
education in Physics.
To impart state of the art knowledge of Physics to create competency and skills.
Course Outcome - B.Sc
Physics 2020-2021
1st Year
I SEMESTER (PHY.T1-1) [CO1.1: To understand the mechanics
of Newton's laws governing the macro
particles.]
I SEMESTER (PHY.T1-1) [CO1.2: To understand friction force
and factors that contribute to friction
force.]
I SEMESTER (PHY.T1-1) [CO1.3: To understand Kepler's law to
describe the motion of planets and satellites in circular orbit, through the
study of Gravitation law.]
I SEMESTER (PHY.T1-1) [CO1.4: To differentiate between the
streamline and turbulent flow of liquids and reason out the effects of liquids
while flowing.]
I SEMESTER (PHY.T1-1) [CO1.5: To find the surface tension
of the liquid, interfacial tension between two immiscible
liquids]
I SEMESTER (PHY.T1-1) [CO1.6: To understand simple
principles of fluid flow and the equations governing fluid
dynamics.]
I SEMESTER (PHY.T1-1) [CO1.7: To understand the idea about
centre of mass, phenomena of collisions and principle of
tocket]
I SEMESTER (PHY.T1-1) [CO1.8: To understand the concept of
a rigid body and its rotational
motion.]
I SEMESTER (PHY.T1-1) [CO1.9: To understand the theorem of
parallel axes and perpendicular axes]
I SEMESTER (PHY.T1-1) [CO1.10: To Write the expression for
the moment of inertia about the given axis of symmetry for different uniform mass
distributions]
I SEMESTER (PHY.T1-1) [CO1.11: To understand the concepts
of simple harmonic oscillation and compound
pendulum.]
I SEMESTER (PHY.T1-1) [CO1.12: To understand the concept of
coupled oscillators and to explain the energy transfer in coupled
oscillators.]
I SEMESTER (PHY.T1-1) [CO1.13: To understand principles of
elasticity through the study of Young modulus and Rigidity
Modulus.]
PHY.P1-1 [Students would perform basic experiments related
to mechanics, properties of matter and oscillations such as bar pendulum,
Torsional pendulum, coefficient of viscosity by poiseuille's method, interfacial
tension between two immiscible liquids etc and also get familiar with various
measuring instruments which help them to realize the importance of accuracy of
measurements.]
II SEMESTER (PHY.T2-2) [CO2.1: To understand the basic
aspects of kinetic theory of gases, Maxwell-Boltzmann distribution law,
Equipartition of energies, mean free path of molecular collisions, viscosity,
thermal conductivity, diffusion and Brownian
motion]
II SEMESTER (PHY.T2-2) [CO2.2: To define different thermal
processes and understand laws of thermodynamics and identify its
outcomes.]
II SEMESTER (PHY.T2-2) [CO2.3: To know the significance and
Practical application of the thermodynamic
laws]
II SEMESTER (PHY.T2-2) [CO2.4: To Understand Reversible and
irreversible process, working of a Carnot engine, and knowledge of calculating
change in entropy for various process.]
II SEMESTER (PHY.T2-2) [CO2.5: To realize the importance of
the thermodynamic potentials, their physical interpretations and applications of
Maxwell's relations.]
II SEMESTER (PHY.T2-2) [CO2.6: To understand the concept of
phase transition and describe the phase transitions in
solids.]
II SEMESTER (PHY.T2-2) [CO2.7: To derive Clausius-Clapeyron
Equation]
II SEMESTER (PHY.T2-2) [CO2.8: To explain the effect of
change of pressure on the boiling point and melting
point.]
II SEMESTER (PHY.T2-2) [CO2.9: To understand the concept of
Joule-Kelvin effect and derive the relation for Joule-Thomson
co-efficient.]
II SEMESTER (PHY.T2-2) [CO2.10: To understand adiabatic
demagnetization and derive the relation for fall in
temperature.]
II SEMESTER (PHY.T2-2) [CO2.11: To understand the concept
of Liquefaction of gases.]
II SEMESTER (PHY.T2-2) [CO2.12: To understand the various
experimental methods used for liquefaction of
gases.]
II SEMESTER (PHY.T2-2) [CO2.13: To understand the central
concepts of Thermal conduction in
solids.]
II SEMESTER (PHY.T2-2) [CO2.14: To understand heat
conduction in Sphere, slab and
cylinder.]
II SEMESTER (PHY.T2-2) [CO2.15: To understand different
radiation laws and their applications.]
II SEMESTER (PHY.T2-2) [CO2.16: To determine solar constant
using Angstrom's Pyrheliometer.]
PHY.P2-2 [Students would gain practical knowledge about
heat and radiation, thermodynamics, thermo emf, Thermistor etc. and perform
various experiments such as determination of thermal conductivity of rubber,
Stefan's constant, Newton's law of cooling, and Thermistor as a temperature
sensor etc.]
Physics- 2nd year
III SEMESTER (PHY.T3-3) [CO3.1: To understand the working
principle of Multimeter, CRO and signal
generators.]
III SEMESTER (PHY.T3-3) [CO3.2: To acquire hands on skills
in the usage of oscilloscopes, multimeters and signal
generators.]
III SEMESTER (PHY.T3-3) [CO3.3: To apply various network
theorems such as Superposition, Thevenin's, and Norton's, Maximum Power Transfer,
etc. and their applications in electronics, electrical circuit analysis, and
electrical machines.]
III SEMESTER (PHY.T3-3) [CO3.4: To calculate the magnetic
forces that act on moving charges and the magnetic fields due to currents
(Bio-Savart's and Ampere laws).]
III SEMESTER (PHY.T3-3) [CO3.5: To describe the
magnetic field produced by magnetic dipoles and electric
currents.]
III SEMESTER (PHY.T3-3) [CO3.6: To understand the
geometrical representation of different
operators.]
III SEMESTER (PHY.T3-3) [CO3.7: To understand the
fundamental theorem of divergence and
Curl.]
III SEMESTER (PHY.T3-3) [CO3.8: To understand the relevance
of displacement current in the context of electromagnetic wave
propagation.]
III SEMESTER (PHY.T3-3) [CO3.9: To explain Maxwell laws to
articulate the relationship between electric and magnetic
fields.]
III SEMESTER (PHY.T3-3) [CO3.10: To analyze AC circuits
using Kirchhoff's laws and to build the circuits using resistor, capacitor and
inductor and their combination.]
III SEMESTER (PHY.T3-3) [CO3.11: To build Passive filters
and understand its frequency response.]
III SEMESTER (PHY.T3-3) [CO3.12: To understand the
transient current response of CR, LC, CR and LCR circuits, which is
essential in designing and understanding the working of electronic
circuit.]
PHY.P3-3 [Students would gain practical knowledge about
electricity and magnetism and perform measurements such as: Resistance, Voltage,
Current, Power, frequency etc.]
IV SEMESTER (PHY.T4-4) [CO4.1: To understand the Wave
nature of light.]
IV SEMESTER (PHY.T4-4) [CO4.2: To understand Coherent
sources and their production.]
IV SEMESTER (PHY.T4-4) [CO4.3: To understand the working of
Biprism and calculate the thickness of the
film.]
IV SEMESTER (PHY.T4-4) [CO4.4: To understand the
Interference at thin films for reflected and transmitted
light.]
CO4.6: To understand the
construction
IV SEMESTER (PHY.T4-4) [CO4.5: To understand the
fundamentals of air wedge, Newton's rings and their
applications.
CO4.6: To understand the construction and applications of
Michelson's interferometer.]
IV SEMESTER (PHY.T4-4) [CO4.7: To understand the theory of
rectilinear propagation.]
IV SEMESTER (PHY.T4-4) [CO4.8: To understand the
construction of zone plate and compare Zone plate with
lens.]
IV SEMESTER (PHY.T4-4) [CO4.9: To understand the theory of
diffraction at straight edge.]
IV SEMESTER (PHY.T4-4) [CO4.10: To understand theory of
single slit diffraction and grating.]
IV SEMESTER (PHY.T4-4) [CO4.11: To understand the concept
and calculation of dispersive power and resolving power of grating and
telescope.]
IV SEMESTER (PHY.T4-4) [CO4.12: To understand the
difference between plane and spherical wave, longitudinal and transverse
waves.]
IV SEMESTER (PHY.T4-4) [CO4.13: To understand the velocity
of waves in a fluid medium.]
IV SEMESTER (PHY.T4-4) [CO4.14: To find velocity of sound
waves using Newton's formula.]
IV SEMESTER (PHY.T4-4) [CO4.15: To understand the linear,
circular and elliptical polarizations of electromagnetic
waves.]
IV SEMESTER (PHY.T4-4) [CO4.16: To understand phase
retardation plates and their uses.]
IV SEMESTER (PHY.T4-4) [CO4.17: To understand the concept
of optical rotation, theories of optical rotation and their experimental
rotation, calculation of angle of rotation and specific
rotation.]
IV SEMESTER (PHY.T4-4) [CO4.18: To understand the
properties of laser.]
IV SEMESTER (PHY.T4-4) [CO4.19: To understand the concept
of spontaneous and stimulated
emission.]
IV SEMESTER (PHY.T4-4) [CO4.20: To understand the principle
and working of different type of lasers and their
applications.]
IV SEMESTER (PHY.T4-4) [CO4.21: To distinguish between
holography and photography.]
IV SEMESTER (PHY.T4-4) [CO4.22: To understand the principle
and classification of optical fibers.]
IV SEMESTER (PHY.T4-4) [CO4.23: To understand the
attenuation in optical fibers.]
IV SEMESTER (PHY.T4-4) [CO4.24: To understand the
fundamentals of propagation of electromagnetic waves through optical
fibers.]
PHY.P4-4 [Students would learn optical phenomena such as
interference, diffraction, polarization and perform experiments related to
optical devices: grating, spectrometers
etc.]
Physics 3rd year
V SEMESTER (PHY.T5-5) [CO5.1: To understand the concepts of
microstate, macrostate, ensemble, phase space, entropy and thermodynamic
probability.]
V SEMESTER (PHY.T5-5) [CO5.2: To understand the basic
postulates of statistical physics.]
V SEMESTER (PHY.T5-5) [CO5.3: To Comprehend and articulate
the connection as well as dichotomy between classical statistical mechanics and
quantum statistical mechanics.]
V SEMESTER (PHY.T5-5) [CO5.4: To calculate the macroscopic
properties of degenerate photon gas using BE distribution
law.]
V SEMESTER (PHY.T5-5) [CO5.5: To understand
Bose-Einstein condensation properties of liquid
Helium.]
V SEMESTER (PHY.T5-5) [CO5.6: To deduce Planck's law
using Bose Einstein distribution law.]
V SEMESTER (PHY.T5-5) [CO5.7: To understand the concept of
Fermi energy, Fermi level, Fermi gas, Fermi sphere and derive expression for
Fermi energy and electronic specific heat capacity in
metals.]
V SEMESTER (PHY.T5-5) [CO5.8: To know the main aspects of
the inadequacies of classical mechanics and to understand historical development
of quantum mechanics and ability to discuss and interpret experiments that reveal
the dual nature of matter.]
V SEMESTER (PHY.T5-5) [CO5.9: To explain inadequacy of
Rutherford model, discrete atomic spectra from hydrogen like atoms and its
explanation on quantum mechanical
basis.]
V SEMESTER (PHY.T5-5) [CO5.10: To explain how quantum
mechanical concepts answer some of unanswered questions of Classical mechanics
such as photoelectric effect, Compton scattering
etc.]
V SEMESTER (PHY.T5-5) [CO5.11: To understand the theory of
quantum measurements, wave packets and uncertainty
principle.]
V SEMESTER (PHY.T5-5) [CO5.12: To demonstrate ability to
apply wave-particle duality and uncertainty principle to solve physics
problems.]
V SEMESTER (PHY.T5-5) [CO5.13: To distinguish between
metals, semiconductors and insulators based on band
theory.]
V SEMESTER (PHY.T5-5) [CO5.14: To explain the basic
properties of semiconductors including the band gap, charge carrier
concentration.]
V SEMESTER (PHY.T5-5) [CO5.15: To explain the working,
design considerations and applications of various semiconducting devices like
Photodiode, solar-cells, LEDs.]
V SEMESTER (PHY.T5-5) [CO5.16: To distinguish between
the active, saturation and cut-off regions of a
transistor.]
V SEMESTER (PHY.T5-5) [CO5.17: To understand the
construction and working of CE
amplifier.]
V SEMESTER (PHY.T5-5) [CO5.18: To draw hybrid equivalent
circuit of CE amplifier.]
V SEMESTER (PHY.T6-5) [CO6.1: To comprehend astronomical
scales and system of measurement of distances of
stars.]
V SEMESTER (PHY.T6-5) [CO6.2: To understand the basic
parameters of stars like brightness, luminosity,
magnitude.]
V SEMESTER (PHY.T6-5) [CO6.3: To classify stars based on
luminosity, brightness, size and
temperature.]
V SEMESTER (PHY.T6-5) [CO6.4: To calculate the pressure,
temperature at the core and on surface of
stars]
V SEMESTER (PHY.T6-5) [CO6.5: To understand the Evolution
of stars based on their masses and the properties of main sequence
stars.]
V SEMESTER (PHY.T6-5) [CO6.6: To understand seven crystal
systems.]
V SEMESTER (PHY.T6-5) [CO6.7: To distinguish between
Continuous and characteristics x-ray]
V SEMESTER (PHY.T6-5) [CO6.8: To derive the expression for
Compton shift and inter planar spacing of the crystal
planes.]
V SEMESTER (PHY.T6-5) [CO6.9: To analyze the success and
failure of free electron theory.]
V SEMESTER (PHY.T6-5) [CO6.10: To understand the concept of
thermal and electrical conductivity using classical free electron
theory]
V SEMESTER (PHY.T6-5) [CO6.11: To verify Ohms law using
classical free electron theory]
V SEMESTER (PHY.T6-5) [CO6.12: To understand the
significance of Hall co-efficient.]
V SEMESTER (PHY.T6-5) [CO6.13: To understand the
basic idea about superconductors, their classifications and
applications.]
V SEMESTER (PHY.T6-5) [CO6.14: To understand the concept of
Quantum confinement with examples.]
V SEMESTER (PHY.T6-5) [CO6.15: To understand
different synthesis method such as top down and bottom up
approaches.]
V SEMESTER (PHY.T6-5) [CO6.16: To understand the different
characterization techniques such as SEM, TEM, AFM
etc...]
V SEMESTER (PHY.T6-5) [CO6.17: To understand distinct
properties and applications of nano
materials.]
V SEMESTER (PHY.T6-5) [CO6.18: To explore different kinds
of polarization and its effects on dielectric
constant.]
V SEMESTER (PHY.T6-5) [CO6.19: To understand the concept of
Dielectric strength and breakdown.]
V SEMESTER (PHY.T6-5) [CO6.20: To derive the expression for
effective field experienced by a dipole inside the
dielectric.]
V SEMESTER (PHY.T6-5) [CO6.21: To understand different
types of magnetic materials]
V SEMESTER (PHY.T6-5) [CO6.22: To understand hysteresis
loops and energy loss.]
V SEMESTER (PHY.T6-5) [CO6.23: To distinguish between soft
and hard magnetic materials]
VI SEMESTER (PHY.T7-6) [CO7.1: To understand the concept of
spatial quantization and spinning electron
hypothesis]
VI SEMESTER (PHY.T7-6) [CO7.2: To understand different
coupling schemes in multi electron
systems.]
VI SEMESTER (PHY.T7-6) [CO7.3: To understand Stern-Gerlach
experiment as a proof for the features of vector atom
model.]
VI SEMESTER (PHY.T7-6) [CO7.4: To understand the influence
of magnetic fields on atoms.]
VI SEMESTER (PHY.T7-6) [CO7.5: To understand molecular
spectra.]
VI SEMESTER (PHY.T7-6) [CO7.6: To understand different
types of scattering.]
VI SEMESTER (PHY.T7-6) [CO7.7: To understand quantum theory
of Raman Effect and its applications.]
VI SEMESTER (PHY.T7-6) [CO7.8: To understand the
Rutherford's theory of alpha
scattering.]
VI SEMESTER (PHY.T7-6) [CO7.9: To understand the laws of
radioactive decay.]
VI SEMESTER (PHY.T7-6) [CO7.10: To understand the
characteristics of alpha spectrum.]
VI SEMESTER (PHY.T7-6) [CO7.11: To understand the types of
beta decay and Pauli's neutrino
hypothesis.]
VI SEMESTER (PHY.T7-6) [CO7.12: To understand the principle
and working of different types of detectors and
accelerators.]
VI SEMESTER (PHY.T7-6) [CO7.13: To understand different
types of nuclear reactions.]
VI SEMESTER (PHY.T7-6) [CO7.14: To understand conservation
laws in nuclear reactions.]
VI SEMESTER (PHY.T7-6) [CO7.15: To understand inertial and
non inertial frame of reference.]
VI SEMESTER (PHY.T7-6) [CO7.16: To describe how fictitious
forces arise in a non-inertial frame.]
VI SEMESTER (PHY.T7-6) [CO7.17: To describe special
relativistic effects and their effects on the mass and energy of a moving
object.]
VI SEMESTER (PHY.T7-6) [CO7.18: To appreciate the nuances
of Special Theory of Relativity (STR).]
VI SEMESTER (PHY.T8-6) [CO8.1: To understand the
characteristics of Ideal and practical
op-amps.]
VI SEMESTER (PHY.T8-6) [CO8.2: To understand the different
configurations of op-amp.]
VI SEMESTER (PHY.T8-6) [CO8.3: To understand the different
feedback mechanisms in amplifiers and
oscillators.]
VI SEMESTER (PHY.T8-6) [CO8.4: To understand the frequency
response of first order active
filters.]
VI SEMESTER (PHY.T8-6) [CO8.5: To understand the difference
between latches and flip-flops.]
VI SEMESTER (PHY.T8-6) [CO8.6: To construct and understand
the working of different types of flip-flops using NAND and NOR
gates.]
VI SEMESTER (PHY.T8-6) [CO8.7: To construct and understand
the working of different types of
counters.]
VI SEMESTER (PHY.T8-6) [CO8.8: To understand the different
types of multi vibrators.]
VI SEMESTER (PHY.T8-6) [CO8.9: To Construct and understand
the working of astable multivibrator using
IC555.]
VI SEMESTER (PHY.T8-6) [CO8.10: To understand the central
concepts of quantum mechanics.]
VI SEMESTER (PHY.T8-6) [CO8.11: To compute Eigen values,
Eigen functions, momentum of atomic and subatomic particles using time
independent 1-D Schrodinger's wave
equation.]
VI SEMESTER (PHY.T8-6) [CO8.12: To understand the quantum
mechanical tunneling.]
VI SEMESTER (PHY.T8-6) [CO8.13: To understand the Earth's
atmosphere, its composition, effective temperature, greenhouse effect,
hydrostatic equation and atmospheric
thermodynamics.]
VI SEMESTER (PHY.T8-6) [CO8.14: To understand the
importance of Coriolis force in atmospheric
science.]
VI SEMESTER (PHY.T8-6) [CO8.15: To understand the
propagation of mechanical waves in a
medium.]
VI SEMESTER (PHY.T8-6) [CO8.16: To classify different types
of waves based on Mach number.]
VI SEMESTER (PHY.T8-6) [CO8.17: To understand the
construction and working of Reddy's tube to produce shock
waves.]
PHY.P5-5 [Students would be able to understand and gain
hands' on learning experience by performing the experiments related to
statistical and semiconductor physics such as: study of macro and micro states
using 3 dice; determine the value of pi using Monte Carlo method, determination
of Planck's constant using LED, frequency response of CE amplifier, solar cell
characteristics etc.]
PHY.P6-5 [Students would be able to understand and gain
hands-on learning experience by performing the experiments related to
astrophysics and solid state physics such as: HR diagram, analysis of stellar
spectra, sunspot analysis, semiconductor temperature sensor, determination of
Fermi energy of a metal, analysis of X-ray diffraction pattern obtained by powder
method to determine properties of
crystals.]
PHY.P7-6 [Students would be able to understand and gain
hands-on learning experience by performing the experiments related to atomic,
molecular and Nuclear Physics such as: determination of Somerfield's fine
structure constant, Characteristics of GM counter, Determination of half-life of
radioactive source, Analysis of Raman rotational spectrum of Nitrogen molecule,
Analysis of rotational vibrational spectrum of a diatomic molecule (HBr),
Absorption spectrum of KMnO4, Verification of inverse square law using GM counter
(with a radioactive source), Determination of mass absorption coefficient of
gamma rays.]
PHY.P8-6 [Students would be able to understand and gain
hands-on learning experience by performing the experiments related to electronics
and atmospheric physics such as: Estimation of height of the atmosphere using
radiosonde data, op amp as inverting and non inverting amplifier, summing,
differentiator and integrator circuits using opamps. Wein Bridge and Phase shift
oscillator circuits using opamps.]
Course Outcome - B.Sc
Physics 2020-2021
1st Year
I SEMESTER (PHY.T1-1) [CO1.1: To understand the mechanics
of Newton's laws governing the macro
particles.]
I SEMESTER (PHY.T1-1) [CO1.2: To understand friction force
and factors that contribute to friction
force.]
I SEMESTER (PHY.T1-1) [CO1.3: To understand Kepler's law to
describe the motion of planets and satellites in circular orbit, through the
study of Gravitation law.]
I SEMESTER (PHY.T1-1) [CO1.4: To differentiate between the
streamline and turbulent flow of liquids and reason out the effects of liquids
while flowing.]
I SEMESTER (PHY.T1-1) [CO1.5: To find the surface tension
of the liquid, interfacial tension between two immiscible
liquids]
I SEMESTER (PHY.T1-1) [CO1.6: To understand simple
principles of fluid flow and the equations governing fluid
dynamics.]
I SEMESTER (PHY.T1-1) [CO1.7: To understand the idea about
centre of mass, phenomena of collisions and principle of
tocket]
I SEMESTER (PHY.T1-1) [CO1.8: To understand the concept of
a rigid body and its rotational
motion.]
I SEMESTER (PHY.T1-1) [CO1.9: To understand the theorem of
parallel axes and perpendicular axes]
I SEMESTER (PHY.T1-1) [CO1.10: To Write the expression for
the moment of inertia about the given axis of symmetry for different uniform mass
distributions]
I SEMESTER (PHY.T1-1) [CO1.11: To understand the concepts
of simple harmonic oscillation and compound
pendulum.]
I SEMESTER (PHY.T1-1) [CO1.12: To understand the concept of
coupled oscillators and to explain the energy transfer in coupled
oscillators.]
I SEMESTER (PHY.T1-1) [CO1.13: To understand principles of
elasticity through the study of Young modulus and Rigidity
Modulus.]
PHY.P1-1 [Students would perform basic experiments related
to mechanics, properties of matter and oscillations such as bar pendulum,
Torsional pendulum, coefficient of viscosity by poiseuille's method, interfacial
tension between two immiscible liquids etc and also get familiar with various
measuring instruments which help them to realize the importance of accuracy of
measurements.]
II SEMESTER (PHY.T2-2) [CO2.1: To understand the basic
aspects of kinetic theory of gases, Maxwell-Boltzmann distribution law,
Equipartition of energies, mean free path of molecular collisions, viscosity,
thermal conductivity, diffusion and Brownian
motion]
II SEMESTER (PHY.T2-2) [CO2.2: To define different thermal
processes and understand laws of thermodynamics and identify its
outcomes.]
II SEMESTER (PHY.T2-2) [CO2.3: To know the significance and
Practical application of the thermodynamic
laws]
II SEMESTER (PHY.T2-2) [CO2.4: To Understand Reversible and
irreversible process, working of a Carnot engine, and knowledge of calculating
change in entropy for various process.]
II SEMESTER (PHY.T2-2) [CO2.5: To realize the importance of
the thermodynamic potentials, their physical interpretations and applications of
Maxwell's relations.]
II SEMESTER (PHY.T2-2) [CO2.6: To understand the concept of
phase transition and describe the phase transitions in
solids.]
II SEMESTER (PHY.T2-2) [CO2.7: To derive Clausius-Clapeyron
Equation]
II SEMESTER (PHY.T2-2) [CO2.8: To explain the effect of
change of pressure on the boiling point and melting
point.]
II SEMESTER (PHY.T2-2) [CO2.9: To understand the concept of
Joule-Kelvin effect and derive the relation for Joule-Thomson
co-efficient.]
II SEMESTER (PHY.T2-2) [CO2.10: To understand adiabatic
demagnetization and derive the relation for fall in
temperature.]
II SEMESTER (PHY.T2-2) [CO2.11: To understand the concept
of Liquefaction of gases.]
II SEMESTER (PHY.T2-2) [CO2.12: To understand the various
experimental methods used for liquefaction of
gases.]
II SEMESTER (PHY.T2-2) [CO2.13: To understand the central
concepts of Thermal conduction in
solids.]
II SEMESTER (PHY.T2-2) [CO2.14: To understand heat
conduction in Sphere, slab and
cylinder.]
II SEMESTER (PHY.T2-2) [CO2.15: To understand different
radiation laws and their applications.]
II SEMESTER (PHY.T2-2) [CO2.16: To determine solar constant
using Angstrom's Pyrheliometer.]
PHY.P2-2 [Students would gain practical knowledge about
heat and radiation, thermodynamics, thermo emf, Thermistor etc. and perform
various experiments such as determination of thermal conductivity of rubber,
Stefan's constant, Newton's law of cooling, and Thermistor as a temperature
sensor etc.]
Physics- 2nd year
III SEMESTER (PHY.T3-3) [CO3.1: To understand the working
principle of Multimeter, CRO and signal
generators.]
III SEMESTER (PHY.T3-3) [CO3.2: To acquire hands on skills
in the usage of oscilloscopes, multimeters and signal
generators.]
III SEMESTER (PHY.T3-3) [CO3.3: To apply various network
theorems such as Superposition, Thevenin's, and Norton's, Maximum Power Transfer,
etc. and their applications in electronics, electrical circuit analysis, and
electrical machines.]
III SEMESTER (PHY.T3-3) [CO3.4: To calculate the magnetic
forces that act on moving charges and the magnetic fields due to currents
(Bio-Savart's and Ampere laws).]
III SEMESTER (PHY.T3-3) [CO3.5: To describe the
magnetic field produced by magnetic dipoles and electric
currents.]
III SEMESTER (PHY.T3-3) [CO3.6: To understand the
geometrical representation of different
operators.]
III SEMESTER (PHY.T3-3) [CO3.7: To understand the
fundamental theorem of divergence and
Curl.]
III SEMESTER (PHY.T3-3) [CO3.8: To understand the relevance
of displacement current in the context of electromagnetic wave
propagation.]
III SEMESTER (PHY.T3-3) [CO3.9: To explain Maxwell laws to
articulate the relationship between electric and magnetic
fields.]
III SEMESTER (PHY.T3-3) [CO3.10: To analyze AC circuits
using Kirchhoff's laws and to build the circuits using resistor, capacitor and
inductor and their combination.]
III SEMESTER (PHY.T3-3) [CO3.11: To build Passive filters
and understand its frequency response.]
III SEMESTER (PHY.T3-3) [CO3.12: To understand the
transient current response of CR, LC, CR and LCR circuits, which is
essential in designing and understanding the working of electronic
circuit.]
PHY.P3-3 [Students would gain practical knowledge about
electricity and magnetism and perform measurements such as: Resistance, Voltage,
Current, Power, frequency etc.]
IV SEMESTER (PHY.T4-4) [CO4.1: To understand the Wave
nature of light.]
IV SEMESTER (PHY.T4-4) [CO4.2: To understand Coherent
sources and their production.]
IV SEMESTER (PHY.T4-4) [CO4.3: To understand the working of
Biprism and calculate the thickness of the
film.]
IV SEMESTER (PHY.T4-4) [CO4.4: To understand the
Interference at thin films for reflected and transmitted
light.]
CO4.6: To understand the
construction
IV SEMESTER (PHY.T4-4) [CO4.5: To understand the
fundamentals of air wedge, Newton's rings and their
applications.
CO4.6: To understand the construction and applications of
Michelson's interferometer.]
IV SEMESTER (PHY.T4-4) [CO4.7: To understand the theory of
rectilinear propagation.]
IV SEMESTER (PHY.T4-4) [CO4.8: To understand the
construction of zone plate and compare Zone plate with
lens.]
IV SEMESTER (PHY.T4-4) [CO4.9: To understand the theory of
diffraction at straight edge.]
IV SEMESTER (PHY.T4-4) [CO4.10: To understand theory of
single slit diffraction and grating.]
IV SEMESTER (PHY.T4-4) [CO4.11: To understand the concept
and calculation of dispersive power and resolving power of grating and
telescope.]
IV SEMESTER (PHY.T4-4) [CO4.12: To understand the
difference between plane and spherical wave, longitudinal and transverse
waves.]
IV SEMESTER (PHY.T4-4) [CO4.13: To understand the velocity
of waves in a fluid medium.]
IV SEMESTER (PHY.T4-4) [CO4.14: To find velocity of sound
waves using Newton's formula.]
IV SEMESTER (PHY.T4-4) [CO4.15: To understand the linear,
circular and elliptical polarizations of electromagnetic
waves.]
IV SEMESTER (PHY.T4-4) [CO4.16: To understand phase
retardation plates and their uses.]
IV SEMESTER (PHY.T4-4) [CO4.17: To understand the concept
of optical rotation, theories of optical rotation and their experimental
rotation, calculation of angle of rotation and specific
rotation.]
IV SEMESTER (PHY.T4-4) [CO4.18: To understand the
properties of laser.]
IV SEMESTER (PHY.T4-4) [CO4.19: To understand the concept
of spontaneous and stimulated
emission.]
IV SEMESTER (PHY.T4-4) [CO4.20: To understand the principle
and working of different type of lasers and their
applications.]
IV SEMESTER (PHY.T4-4) [CO4.21: To distinguish between
holography and photography.]
IV SEMESTER (PHY.T4-4) [CO4.22: To understand the principle
and classification of optical fibers.]
IV SEMESTER (PHY.T4-4) [CO4.23: To understand the
attenuation in optical fibers.]
IV SEMESTER (PHY.T4-4) [CO4.24: To understand the
fundamentals of propagation of electromagnetic waves through optical
fibers.]
PHY.P4-4 [Students would learn optical phenomena such as
interference, diffraction, polarization and perform experiments related to
optical devices: grating, spectrometers
etc.]
Physics 3rd year
V SEMESTER (PHY.T5-5) [CO5.1: To understand the concepts of
microstate, macrostate, ensemble, phase space, entropy and thermodynamic
probability.]
V SEMESTER (PHY.T5-5) [CO5.2: To understand the basic
postulates of statistical physics.]
V SEMESTER (PHY.T5-5) [CO5.3: To Comprehend and articulate
the connection as well as dichotomy between classical statistical mechanics and
quantum statistical mechanics.]
V SEMESTER (PHY.T5-5) [CO5.4: To calculate the macroscopic
properties of degenerate photon gas using BE distribution
law.]
V SEMESTER (PHY.T5-5) [CO5.5: To understand
Bose-Einstein condensation properties of liquid
Helium.]
V SEMESTER (PHY.T5-5) [CO5.6: To deduce Planck's law
using Bose Einstein distribution law.]
V SEMESTER (PHY.T5-5) [CO5.7: To understand the concept of
Fermi energy, Fermi level, Fermi gas, Fermi sphere and derive expression for
Fermi energy and electronic specific heat capacity in
metals.]
V SEMESTER (PHY.T5-5) [CO5.8: To know the main aspects of
the inadequacies of classical mechanics and to understand historical development
of quantum mechanics and ability to discuss and interpret experiments that reveal
the dual nature of matter.]
V SEMESTER (PHY.T5-5) [CO5.9: To explain inadequacy of
Rutherford model, discrete atomic spectra from hydrogen like atoms and its
explanation on quantum mechanical
basis.]
V SEMESTER (PHY.T5-5) [CO5.10: To explain how quantum
mechanical concepts answer some of unanswered questions of Classical mechanics
such as photoelectric effect, Compton scattering
etc.]
V SEMESTER (PHY.T5-5) [CO5.11: To understand the theory of
quantum measurements, wave packets and uncertainty
principle.]
V SEMESTER (PHY.T5-5) [CO5.12: To demonstrate ability to
apply wave-particle duality and uncertainty principle to solve physics
problems.]
V SEMESTER (PHY.T5-5) [CO5.13: To distinguish between
metals, semiconductors and insulators based on band
theory.]
V SEMESTER (PHY.T5-5) [CO5.14: To explain the basic
properties of semiconductors including the band gap, charge carrier
concentration.]
V SEMESTER (PHY.T5-5) [CO5.15: To explain the working,
design considerations and applications of various semiconducting devices like
Photodiode, solar-cells, LEDs.]
V SEMESTER (PHY.T5-5) [CO5.16: To distinguish between
the active, saturation and cut-off regions of a
transistor.]
V SEMESTER (PHY.T5-5) [CO5.17: To understand the
construction and working of CE
amplifier.]
V SEMESTER (PHY.T5-5) [CO5.18: To draw hybrid equivalent
circuit of CE amplifier.]
V SEMESTER (PHY.T6-5) [CO6.1: To comprehend astronomical
scales and system of measurement of distances of
stars.]
V SEMESTER (PHY.T6-5) [CO6.2: To understand the basic
parameters of stars like brightness, luminosity,
magnitude.]
V SEMESTER (PHY.T6-5) [CO6.3: To classify stars based on
luminosity, brightness, size and
temperature.]
V SEMESTER (PHY.T6-5) [CO6.4: To calculate the pressure,
temperature at the core and on surface of
stars]
V SEMESTER (PHY.T6-5) [CO6.5: To understand the Evolution
of stars based on their masses and the properties of main sequence
stars.]
V SEMESTER (PHY.T6-5) [CO6.6: To understand seven crystal
systems.]
V SEMESTER (PHY.T6-5) [CO6.7: To distinguish between
Continuous and characteristics x-ray]
V SEMESTER (PHY.T6-5) [CO6.8: To derive the expression for
Compton shift and inter planar spacing of the crystal
planes.]
V SEMESTER (PHY.T6-5) [CO6.9: To analyze the success and
failure of free electron theory.]
V SEMESTER (PHY.T6-5) [CO6.10: To understand the concept of
thermal and electrical conductivity using classical free electron
theory]
V SEMESTER (PHY.T6-5) [CO6.11: To verify Ohms law using
classical free electron theory]
V SEMESTER (PHY.T6-5) [CO6.12: To understand the
significance of Hall co-efficient.]
V SEMESTER (PHY.T6-5) [CO6.13: To understand the
basic idea about superconductors, their classifications and
applications.]
V SEMESTER (PHY.T6-5) [CO6.14: To understand the concept of
Quantum confinement with examples.]
V SEMESTER (PHY.T6-5) [CO6.15: To understand
different synthesis method such as top down and bottom up
approaches.]
V SEMESTER (PHY.T6-5) [CO6.16: To understand the different
characterization techniques such as SEM, TEM, AFM
etc...]
V SEMESTER (PHY.T6-5) [CO6.17: To understand distinct
properties and applications of nano
materials.]
V SEMESTER (PHY.T6-5) [CO6.18: To explore different kinds
of polarization and its effects on dielectric
constant.]
V SEMESTER (PHY.T6-5) [CO6.19: To understand the concept of
Dielectric strength and breakdown.]
V SEMESTER (PHY.T6-5) [CO6.20: To derive the expression for
effective field experienced by a dipole inside the
dielectric.]
V SEMESTER (PHY.T6-5) [CO6.21: To understand different
types of magnetic materials]
V SEMESTER (PHY.T6-5) [CO6.22: To understand hysteresis
loops and energy loss.]
V SEMESTER (PHY.T6-5) [CO6.23: To distinguish between soft
and hard magnetic materials]
VI SEMESTER (PHY.T7-6) [CO7.1: To understand the concept of
spatial quantization and spinning electron
hypothesis]
VI SEMESTER (PHY.T7-6) [CO7.2: To understand different
coupling schemes in multi electron
systems.]
VI SEMESTER (PHY.T7-6) [CO7.3: To understand Stern-Gerlach
experiment as a proof for the features of vector atom
model.]
VI SEMESTER (PHY.T7-6) [CO7.4: To understand the influence
of magnetic fields on atoms.]
VI SEMESTER (PHY.T7-6) [CO7.5: To understand molecular
spectra.]
VI SEMESTER (PHY.T7-6) [CO7.6: To understand different
types of scattering.]
VI SEMESTER (PHY.T7-6) [CO7.7: To understand quantum theory
of Raman Effect and its applications.]
VI SEMESTER (PHY.T7-6) [CO7.8: To understand the
Rutherford's theory of alpha
scattering.]
VI SEMESTER (PHY.T7-6) [CO7.9: To understand the laws of
radioactive decay.]
VI SEMESTER (PHY.T7-6) [CO7.10: To understand the
characteristics of alpha spectrum.]
VI SEMESTER (PHY.T7-6) [CO7.11: To understand the types of
beta decay and Pauli's neutrino
hypothesis.]
VI SEMESTER (PHY.T7-6) [CO7.12: To understand the principle
and working of different types of detectors and
accelerators.]
VI SEMESTER (PHY.T7-6) [CO7.13: To understand different
types of nuclear reactions.]
VI SEMESTER (PHY.T7-6) [CO7.14: To understand conservation
laws in nuclear reactions.]
VI SEMESTER (PHY.T7-6) [CO7.15: To understand inertial and
non inertial frame of reference.]
VI SEMESTER (PHY.T7-6) [CO7.16: To describe how fictitious
forces arise in a non-inertial frame.]
VI SEMESTER (PHY.T7-6) [CO7.17: To describe special
relativistic effects and their effects on the mass and energy of a moving
object.]
VI SEMESTER (PHY.T7-6) [CO7.18: To appreciate the nuances
of Special Theory of Relativity (STR).]
VI SEMESTER (PHY.T8-6) [CO8.1: To understand the
characteristics of Ideal and practical
op-amps.]
VI SEMESTER (PHY.T8-6) [CO8.2: To understand the different
configurations of op-amp.]
VI SEMESTER (PHY.T8-6) [CO8.3: To understand the different
feedback mechanisms in amplifiers and
oscillators.]
VI SEMESTER (PHY.T8-6) [CO8.4: To understand the frequency
response of first order active
filters.]
VI SEMESTER (PHY.T8-6) [CO8.5: To understand the difference
between latches and flip-flops.]
VI SEMESTER (PHY.T8-6) [CO8.6: To construct and understand
the working of different types of flip-flops using NAND and NOR
gates.]
VI SEMESTER (PHY.T8-6) [CO8.7: To construct and understand
the working of different types of
counters.]
VI SEMESTER (PHY.T8-6) [CO8.8: To understand the different
types of multi vibrators.]
VI SEMESTER (PHY.T8-6) [CO8.9: To Construct and understand
the working of astable multivibrator using
IC555.]
VI SEMESTER (PHY.T8-6) [CO8.10: To understand the central
concepts of quantum mechanics.]
VI SEMESTER (PHY.T8-6) [CO8.11: To compute Eigen values,
Eigen functions, momentum of atomic and subatomic particles using time
independent 1-D Schrodinger's wave
equation.]
VI SEMESTER (PHY.T8-6) [CO8.12: To understand the quantum
mechanical tunneling.]
VI SEMESTER (PHY.T8-6) [CO8.13: To understand the Earth's
atmosphere, its composition, effective temperature, greenhouse effect,
hydrostatic equation and atmospheric
thermodynamics.]
VI SEMESTER (PHY.T8-6) [CO8.14: To understand the
importance of Coriolis force in atmospheric
science.]
VI SEMESTER (PHY.T8-6) [CO8.15: To understand the
propagation of mechanical waves in a
medium.]
VI SEMESTER (PHY.T8-6) [CO8.16: To classify different types
of waves based on Mach number.]
VI SEMESTER (PHY.T8-6) [CO8.17: To understand the
construction and working of Reddy's tube to produce shock
waves.]
PHY.P5-5 [Students would be able to understand and gain
hands' on learning experience by performing the experiments related to
statistical and semiconductor physics such as: study of macro and micro states
using 3 dice; determine the value of pi using Monte Carlo method, determination
of Planck's constant using LED, frequency response of CE amplifier, solar cell
characteristics etc.]
PHY.P6-5 [Students would be able to understand and gain
hands-on learning experience by performing the experiments related to
astrophysics and solid state physics such as: HR diagram, analysis of stellar
spectra, sunspot analysis, semiconductor temperature sensor, determination of
Fermi energy of a metal, analysis of X-ray diffraction pattern obtained by powder
method to determine properties of
crystals.]
PHY.P7-6 [Students would be able to understand and gain
hands-on learning experience by performing the experiments related to atomic,
molecular and Nuclear Physics such as: determination of Somerfield's fine
structure constant, Characteristics of GM counter, Determination of half-life of
radioactive source, Analysis of Raman rotational spectrum of Nitrogen molecule,
Analysis of rotational vibrational spectrum of a diatomic molecule (HBr),
Absorption spectrum of KMnO4, Verification of inverse square law using GM counter
(with a radioactive source), Determination of mass absorption coefficient of
gamma rays.]
PHY.P8-6 [Students would be able to understand and gain
hands-on learning experience by performing the experiments related to electronics
and atmospheric physics such as: Estimation of height of the atmosphere using
radiosonde data, op amp as inverting and non inverting amplifier, summing,
differentiator and integrator circuits using opamps. Wein Bridge and Phase shift
oscillator circuits using opamps.]
Academic Programs
Undergraduate
Code: PCM
Bachelor of Science - Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics (PCM)
Undergraduate
Code: PMC
Bachelor of Science - Physics, Mathematics, Computer Science (PMC)
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