M.Sc. (Hons.) Physics — Course Outcomes
Subject Code: PHY501
Subject Name: Classical Mechanics
Course Outcomes:
- CO1: Gain insight into Newtonian mechanics and understand the necessity of Lagrangian formulation using D’Alembert’s principle; identify the motion of mechanical systems via Lagrangian methods.
- CO2: Describe motion using Lagrange-Hamilton formalism and apply it to derive equations of motion for classical systems.
- CO3: Understand canonical transformations, Poisson brackets, and the Hamilton-Jacobi theory.
- CO4: Analyze rigid body dynamics, small oscillations, and determine the stability of orbits under central forces.
Subject Code: PHY502B
Subject Name: Mathematical Physics
Course Outcomes:
- CO1: Apply complex analysis for evaluating complex integrals and solving problems.
- CO2: Solve differential equations for special functions (Bessel’s, Hermite’s, Legendre’s) using generating functions, recurrence relations, and Rodrigues’ formula.
- CO3: Understand introductory group theory and its applications in physics.
- CO4: Apply Laplace and Fourier transforms to solve partial differential equations and understand Fourier series and harmonic analysis.
Subject Code: PHY504A
Subject Name: Quantum Mechanics-I
Course Outcomes:
- CO1: Understand quantum states using Dirac’s bra-ket notation and describe quantum operators and postulates.
- CO2: Solve problems using matrix mechanics representation of wave functions and operators, including systems like the harmonic oscillator.
- CO3: Apply time-independent and time-dependent perturbation theory, and approximation methods for ground state calculations.
- CO4: Understand Fermi’s Golden Rule and its application to radiative transitions in atoms.
Subject Code: PHY508
Subject Name: Electronics-I
Course Outcomes:
- CO1: Acquire knowledge of semiconductor materials and their characterization techniques.
- CO2: Understand the formation, properties, and mechanisms of single-junction semiconductor devices.
- CO3: Analyze the structure, band diagram, and working of multi-junction and display devices.
- CO4: Understand the working and applications of operational amplifier-based circuits including amplifiers, multivibrators, and signal generators.
Subject Code: CSA557
Subject Name: Computer Fundamentals
Course Outcomes:
- CO1: Understand computer basics, algorithms, and their development.
- CO2: Learn computer programming using FORTRAN language.
- CO3: Understand functions, subroutines, and their applications in FORTRAN.
- CO4: Gain basic knowledge of graphical plotting of data using programming.
Subject Code: CSA558
Subject Name: Computer Fundamentals Lab
Course Outcomes:
- CO1: Verify theoretical concepts practically through experiments and problem-solving.
- CO2: Develop skills in writing algorithms, drawing flowcharts, and FORTRAN programming.
Subject Code: PHY511A
Subject Name: Quantum Mechanics-II
Course Outcomes:
- CO1: Understand scattering theory, cross-sections, and scattering amplitudes in quantum mechanics.
- CO2: Demonstrate knowledge of the Klein-Gordon and Dirac equations and their physical interpretations.
- CO3: Solve problems involving the Dirac equation for central fields and fine structure of hydrogen atom.
- CO4: Understand second quantization, basics of quantum field theory, and introduction to Feynman diagrams.
Subject Code: PHY512
Subject Name: Atomic and Molecular Spectroscopy
Course Outcomes:
- CO1: Understand atomic spectroscopy including coupling schemes, selection rules, and intensity rules for electron systems.
- CO2: Study the effects of external fields on atomic spectra.
- CO3: Understand rotational, vibrational, and rovibrational molecular spectroscopy.
- CO4: Apply Raman, electronic, and vibronic spectroscopies to analyze atomic and molecular structures.
Subject Code: PHY513A
Subject Name: Statistical Physics
Course Outcomes:
- CO1: Understand microstates, macrostates, thermodynamic probability, and the postulates of statistical mechanics.
- CO2: Derive relations between statistical mechanics and thermodynamics and calculate entropy for classical systems.
- CO3: Understand ensemble theory and the differences between canonical, microcanonical, and grand canonical ensembles.
- CO4: Apply Maxwell-Boltzmann, Bose-Einstein, and Fermi-Dirac statistics and understand basic models for phase transitions.
Subject Code: PHY514
Subject Name: Electrodynamics-I
Course Outcomes:
- CO1: Understand electrostatics in vacuum and dielectric media.
- CO2: Apply boundary value problem techniques in magnetostatics.
- CO3: Understand Maxwell’s equations and their implications for time-varying fields.
- CO4: Analyze propagation of electromagnetic waves in dielectrics, metals, and plasmas using Maxwell’s equations.
Subject Code: PHY515
Subject Name: Computational Physics
Course Outcomes:
- CO1: Develop proficiency in FORTRAN programming for physics applications.
- CO2: Solve problems involving roots of equations, iterative methods, numerical differentiation, and integration.
- CO3: Solve ordinary differential equations and use Monte Carlo techniques.
- CO4: Develop algorithms for various physics-related computational problems.
Subject Code: PHY516A
Subject Name: Computational Physics Lab
Course Outcomes:
- CO1: Verify computational concepts practically through programming exercises.
- CO2: Develop proficiency in numerical methods including root finding, iterative methods, differentiation, and integration.
- CO3: Solve ordinary differential equations and implement Monte Carlo simulation techniques through programming.
Subject Code: PHY517A
Subject Name: Advanced Physics Laboratory – II
Course Outcomes:
- CO1: Perform precise measurements and use spectroscopic equipment skillfully.
- CO2: Verify quantized energy levels and determine ionization potentials using experiments like Frank-Hertz and Zeeman effect.
- CO3: Conduct experiments using He-Ne lasers, Fabry-Perot interferometers, and Michelson interferometers for wavelength and grating measurements.
- CO4: Calibrate spectrometers and determine unknown wavelengths with high accuracy.
Subject Code: PHY601
Subject Name: Electrodynamics-II
Course Outcomes:
- CO1: Understand relativistic electrodynamics.
- CO2: Gain knowledge about radiation emitted from accelerated charges, Lienard-Wiechert Potentials, Thomson Scattering, etc.
- CO3: Acquire an introduction to plasma physics and charged particle dynamics.
- CO4: Learn to treat plasma as fluids and understand plasma waves.
Subject Code: PHY602A
Subject Name: Nuclear Physics
Course Outcomes:
- CO1: Understand the basic concepts of nuclear physics.
- CO2: Enhance knowledge of various nuclear models.
- CO3: Develop an understanding of radioactive decays.
- CO4: Gain knowledge of various nuclear reactions and their conceptual understanding.
Subject Code: PHY603
Subject Name: Condensed Matter Physics-I
Course Outcomes:
- CO1: To understand the basic concepts of condensed Matter Physics.
- CO2: To enhance knowledge of students related to the various solid-state theories describing the properties of solids and reason for existence of different types of materials.
- CO3: To develop understanding to all static and transport properties of materials.
- CO4: To enable students to acquire knowledge about the various kinds of properties and conceptual understanding of phenomena related to conductors and dielectrics.
Subject Code: PHY604B
Subject Name: Particle Physics
Course Outcomes:
- CO1: Develop knowledge related to the Standard Model.
- CO2: Understand symmetry principles in fundamental interactions.
- CO3: Gain insight into strong and electromagnetic interactions and their mechanisms.
- CO4: Understand weak interactions and various conservation laws disobeyed by them.
Subject Code: PHY605A
Subject Name: Electronics-II
Course Outcomes:
- CO1: Understand digital signals, Boolean algebra, logic gates, truth tables, number systems, codes, and their conversions.
- CO2: Solve logic circuits using the Karnaugh map method.
- CO3: Construct and explain the logical circuits for Adder-Subtractor, Encoders & Decoders, Multiplexers, and Demultiplexers.
- CO4: Distinguish various flip-flops and provide their circuit diagrams, truth tables, and timing diagrams.
- CO5: Learn about shift registers, counters, ADC, DAC, and memory elements.
- CO6: Understand the architecture and working of SAP-I and microprocessor 8085.
Subject Code: PHY606A
Subject Name: Advanced Physics Laboratory-III
Course Outcomes:
- CO1: Measure temperature-dependent conductivity and band gap of semiconductors, and magnetic properties of materials.
- CO2: Understand the characteristics and dead time of a GM counter with a suitable radioactive source.
- CO3: Apply the knowledge gained to practical experiments.
- CO4: Learn measurement techniques such as data and error analysis, plotting, and curve fitting.
- CO5: Develop research, education, and industry-academia skills.
Subject Code: PHY611A
Subject Name: Condensed Matter Physics-II
Course Outcomes:
- CO1: To Understand the advanced concepts of condensed Matter Physics and optical properties of materials.
- CO2: To enhance knowledge of students related to the various magnetic materials.
- CO3: To develop understanding of phenomenon of superconductivity.
- CO4: To enable students to acquire knowledge about the various kinds of properties related to the concept of defect present in the materials.
Subject Code: PHY621
Subject Name: Liquid Crystal
Course Outcomes:
- CO1: Analyze the fundamental concepts and classification of liquid crystals, including polymorphism, blue phases, and order parameters, to understand their thermodynamic and structural properties.
- CO2: Apply theoretical frameworks (Maier-Saupe, Van Der Waals, Landau) to explain phase transitions, critical phenomena, and continuum theory in liquid crystals, demonstrating understanding of mathematical modeling.
- CO3: Identify and describe the properties and applications of ferroelectric, discotic, and banana-shaped liquid crystals, relating chemical structure to physical behavior.
- CO4: Design and evaluate liquid crystal-based devices (thermometers, calculators, TFT screens) by integrating knowledge of material properties, construction, and functioning principles, demonstrating practical problem-solving skills.
Subject Code: PHY622
Subject Name: Plasma Physics
Course Outcomes:
- CO1: Familiarize with the basics of plasma physics and nuclear fusion.
- CO2: Gain knowledge of single-particle motion in plasma.
- CO3: Understand fluid description of plasma and MHD models.
- CO4: Learn about waves in fluid plasma and the stability of fluid plasma.
Subject Code: PHY623
Subject Name: Physics of Nanomaterials
Course Outcomes:
- CO1: Explain the effects of quantum confinement on properties of materials at the nanoscale, and understand the synthesis and examples of nanomaterials.
- CO2: Learn characterization techniques for developing the structure-property relationships of nanomaterials.
- CO3: Correlate the properties of nanostructures with their size, shape, and surface characteristics.
- CO4: Understand the history of carbon nanostructures, their structure, and applications.
Subject Code: PHY624A
Subject Name: Advanced Nuclear Physics
Course Outcomes:
- CO1: Learn about heavy ion nuclear reactions.
- CO2: Understand the properties of the nucleus, particularly the deuteron problem.
- CO3: Develop knowledge about detectors and accelerators.
- CO4: Gain insight into nuclear potential and its experimental applications.
Subject Code: PHY626
Subject Name: Nonlinear and Fiber Optics
Course Outcomes:
- CO1: Understand the basics of nonlinear optics.
- CO2: Gain knowledge about multiphoton processes (two-photon and three-photon processes).
- CO3: Learn about materials that exhibit nonlinear responses.
- CO4: Understand nonlinear phenomena in fiber optics and their practical applications in optical communications.
Subject Code: PHY627
Subject Name: Experimental Techniques
Course Outcomes:
- CO1: Understand gas laws for vacuum regimes, vacuum production, and measurement.
- CO2: Learn about thin film deposition techniques, plasma formation, and theories for thin film growth.
- CO3: Understand spectroscopic techniques for measuring film thickness, composition, crystal structure, and chemical structure.
- CO4: Gain knowledge of electron microscopy, scanning probe microscopies, and error analysis methodologies.
Subject Code: PHY628
Subject Name: Spintronics
Course Outcomes:
- CO1: Understand the basic concepts of spintronics and gain knowledge on spin polarization, spin detection experiments, and related devices.
- CO2: Learn about spin effects such as spin relaxation, spin blockade, and co-tunneling in quantum dots.
- CO3: Understand spin-dependent transport in single electron devices.
- CO4: Grasp the concepts of spin-transfer torques, nanomagnetism, and magnetic tunnel junctions.
- CO5: Explore applications of various spin-based electronic devices.
Subject Code: PHY629
Subject Name: Solar Cell: Fundamentals and Applied Aspects
Course Outcomes:
- CO1: Understand the fundamentals of solar energy, semiconductor physics, and solar radiation.
- CO2: Learn the working principle, history, technological advancements, and fabrication techniques of silicon solar cells.
- CO3: Understand the working principle, fabrication, and research aspects of dye-sensitized solar cells.
- CO4: Grasp the principles of polymer-based and quantum dot-sensitized solar cells and their future prospects.
Subject Code: CHE615
Subject Name: Chemistry of Materials
Course Outcomes:
- CO1: Compare the structure, defect structure of inorganic materials, conduction in metals and semiconductors, and reactions in organic solids.
- CO2: Understand synthesis and characterization of macromolecules and conduction in polymers.
- CO3: Investigate the formation of glasses, glass ceramics, and their applications.
- CO4: Understand the synthesis, structure, and reactivity of advanced smart materials, including high-temperature superconductors.
Subject Code: CHE616
Subject Name: Medicinal Chemistry
Course Outcomes:
- CO1: Understand basic concepts related to enzymes, enzyme properties, and mechanisms of enzyme action.
- CO2: Learn about different reactions catalyzed by enzymes.
- CO3: Understand the structure and biological functions of coenzymes, cofactors, and their mechanisms in catalyzed reactions.
- CO4: Study the chemistry of drugs in relation to pharmacological activity and QSAR of potential drugs.
Subject Code: MGT551
Subject Name: Research Methodology
Course Outcomes:
- CO1: Gain insights into research methods and processes.
- CO2: Understand the design of research tools for conducting surveys and choosing research samples.
- CO3: Develop data analysis skills through hypothesis formation and the use of statistical tools.
- CO4: Learn about non-parametric tests, regression analysis, and presenting research results.
Subject Code: MTH690
Subject Name: MATLAB
Course Outcomes:
- CO1: Become proficient in the basic operations of MATLAB.
- CO2: Learn computational procedures and programming within MATLAB.
- CO3: Gain knowledge of graphics and data analysis techniques in MATLAB.
- CO4: Apply MATLAB to solve various physics problems.
B.Sc. (Hons.) Physics — Course Outcomes
Subject Code: PHY101B
Subject Name: Mechanics
Course Outcomes:
- CO1: To enable the students to understand different types of reference frames,
Galilean Transformations, concept of collision and non-inertial systems.
- CO2: To enable the students to understand rotational dynamics
- CO3: Students will gain information about motion of a particle under inverse square central forces
- CO4: Students will gain information about Special theory relativity. They will be able to learn concept of relativistic mass and some of its consequences.
Subject Code: PHY102A
Subject Name: Electricity and Magnetism
Course Outcomes: On successful completion, students will be able to:
- CO1: Demonstrate a comprehensive understanding of electrostatics, electrostatic potential energy, and the method of images.
- CO2: Explain concepts of magnetostatics and electromagnetic induction.
- CO3: Analyze the behavior of electrostatics in dielectrics and the magnetic properties of matter.
- CO4: Apply network theorems and understand the working of electrical circuits and ballistic galvanometers.
Subject Code: PHY121
Subject Name: Mathematical Physics-I
Course Outcomes: On successful completion, students will be able to:
- CO1: Understand vector analysis, including divergence, curl, and gradient operations in scalar and vector fields.
- CO2: Perform line, surface, and volume integrations of vector fields.
- CO3: Work in various coordinate systems and solve related problems.
- CO4: Solve and analyze first- and second-order partial differential equations.
- CO5: Grasp the theory of probability and major probability distributions (Poisson, Gaussian, and Binomial).
Subject Code: PHY104A
Subject Name: Physics Laboratory-I
Course Outcomes: Students will:
- CO1: Explore fundamentals of mechanics using instruments like the sextant, flywheel, and pendulums.
- CO2: Determine Young’s modulus, modulus of rigidity, elastic constants, and viscosity through simple experiments.
- CO3: Measure unknown resistance, capacitance, and inductance using bridge circuits.
- CO4: Understand resonant frequency, impedance, quality factor (Q), and bandwidth in LCR circuits.
Subject Code: PHY111B
Subject Name: Vibrations and Waves
Course Outcomes: Students will:
- CO1: Describe simple harmonic motion and systems like compound pendulums, torsional pendulums, and Kater’s pendulum.
- CO2: Understand damped oscillations in mechanical and electrical systems.
- CO3: Analyze forced oscillations in mechanical and electrical oscillators, including coupled systems.
- CO4: Explain fundamental concepts of wave motion and distinguish between transverse and longitudinal waves.
Subject Code: PHY131A
Subject Name: Analog Systems and Applications
Course Outcomes: Students will:
- CO1: Understand semiconductor materials, doping, and carrier transport mechanisms.
- CO2: Plot energy level diagrams and understand barrier formations in PN junction diodes.
- CO3: Describe Zener diodes and voltage regulation circuits.
- CO4: Analyze junction transistors (CB, CE, CC configurations).
- CO5: Perform load line analysis and determine Q-points in transistor circuits.
- CO6: Differentiate types of amplifiers and understand feedback and operational amplifiers.
Subject Code: PHY132
Subject Name: Waves and Analog Electronics Laboratory
Course Outcomes: Students will:
- CO1: Draw IV characteristics of electronic components and design bias circuits.
- CO2: Analyze tuning fork frequencies and transverse vibration laws using a sonometer.
- CO3: Apply theoretical knowledge through practical experiments.
- CO4: Plan, conduct, record, and analyze experiments accurately.
- CO5: Utilize analytical techniques and graphical methods for data interpretation.
Subject Code: PHY201
Subject Name: Thermal Physics and Statistical Mechanics
Course Outcomes: Students will:
- CO1: Understand the zeroth and first laws of thermodynamics and their applications.
- CO2: Apply the concept of entropy and the second law of thermodynamics.
- CO3: Analyze different thermodynamic potentials and Maxwell’s relations.
- CO4: Understand kinetic theory and fundamentals of statistical mechanics.
Subject Code: PHY221A
Subject Name: Mathematical Physics-II
Course Outcomes:
Students will:
- CO1: Solve partial differential equations using Fourier series methods.
- CO2: Apply matrix algebra to solve physical problems.
- CO3: Understand the basics of complex analysis, including analytic functions and Cauchy’s theorem.
- CO4: Apply complex integration techniques in evaluating real integrals.
Subject Code: PHY204
Subject Name: Physics Laboratory-III
Course Outcomes:
Students will:
- CO1: Conduct experiments related to the thermal properties of matter.
- CO2: Study the mechanical equivalent of heat and radiation laws experimentally.
- CO3: Understand the use of Wheatstone’s bridge and potentiometers.
- CO4: Analyze errors and improve experimental design.
Subject Code: PHY222A
Subject Name: Mathematical Physics-III
Course Outcomes:Students will:
- CO1: Understand special functions such as Beta, Gamma, and Legendre polynomials.
- CO2: Solve problems involving Bessel functions and spherical harmonics.
- CO3: Apply Green’s functions and Dirac delta function in solving physical problems.
- CO4: Understand Fourier transforms and Laplace transforms with applications.
Subject Code: PHY223
Subject Name: Mathematical laboratory
Course Outcomes:
- CO1: Enable students to validate and apply concepts learned in theory courses through hands-on experiments and practical demonstrations.
- CO2: Equip students with the skills to implement programming techniques for finding roots of equations, applying iterative methods, and performing numerical differentiation and integration.
- CO3: Provide students with the knowledge and tools to program various methods for solving ordinary differential equations and applying Monte Carlo techniques for statistical simulations.
Subject Code: PHY224
Subject Name: Digital Electronics Laboratory
Course Outcomes:
- CO1: Basic working of an oscilloscope including its different components and to employ
the same to study different wave forms and to measure voltage, frequency.
- CO2: Get a direct hand on experience of working with fundamental logic gates, Boolean
functions, simplification and construction of digital circuits by employing Boolean algebra.
- CO3: Apply the theoretical knowledge experimentally to verify parity checker, sequential
systems by choosing Flip-Flop as a building bock, counters to provide a basic idea about
memory including RAM, ROM and also about memory organization.
- CO4: Demonstrate both combinational circuits and sequential circuits by employing
NAND as building blocks and Adders, Subtractors, Shift Registers.
Subject Code: PHY231A
Subject Name: Optics
Course Outcomes:
- CO1: Equip students with a comprehensive understanding of interference phenomena and their practical applications.
- CO2: Provide students with in-depth knowledge of Fraunhofer diffraction and its detailed analysis.
- CO3: Enable students to develop a clear understanding of Fresnel diffraction and its underlying principles.
- CO4: Help students grasp the concepts of polarization and its various applications in everyday life.
Subject Code: PHY232B
Subject Name: Elements of Modern Physics
Course Outcomes:
- CO1: Acquire a deep understanding of various atomic models and their applications.
- CO2: Gain knowledge of X-ray properties, X-ray spectra, and the fundamental laws governing X-ray interactions.
- CO3: Explore the limitations of classical mechanics, understand the historical development of quantum mechanics, and analyze experiments that demonstrate the dual nature of matter.
- CO4: Grasp the core concepts of quantum mechanics, including wave functions, momentum and energy operators, the Schrödinger equation, probability density, and normalization techniques. Develop problem-solving skills through exercises like the one-dimensional rigid box, tunneling through potential barriers, step potential, and rectangular barriers.
Subject Code: PHY233
Subject Name: Optics and Modern Physics Laboratory
Course Outcomes:
- CO1: Use the spectrometer and lasers, and necessary precautions during the experiments.
- CO2: Hands-on experience of using various optical instruments and making
finer measurements of wavelength of light using Fresnel Biprism, Newton’s Rings, Michelson‟s Interferometer, Diffraction of Single Slit, and Plane Diffraction Grating.
- CO3: Determine the Refractive Index, Dispersive Power of a given Prism, Plane Diffraction Grating
- CO4: Carrying out precise measurements, collection, analysis and interpretation of data and handling sensitive equipments.
Subject Code: PHY234
Subject Name: Thermal And Statistical Physics
Course Outcomes:
- CO1: Understand the basic concepts of thermodynamics such as thermodynamic variables, state function, equilibrium, cyclic process etc. and laws of thermodynamics.
- CO2: Describe entropy, the principle of increase of entropy and its statistical basis.
- CO3: Solve Maxwell‟s thermodynamic relations and their applications. Learn various systematic experimental methods to achieve very low temperatures near absolute zero.
- CO4: Explain the statistical behavior of Maxwell-Boltzmann, Bose-Einstein and Fermi-Dirac statistics and their applications. Give concepts and principles of black-body radiation to analyze radiation phenomena in thermodynamic systems.
Subject Code: PHY235
Subject Name: Thermal and Statistical Physics Laboratory
Course Outcomes:
- CO1: Design, carry out, analyze, and interpret experiments related to thermal and statistical physics.
- CO2: Determine the coefficient of thermal conductivity of conducting and non-conducting materials.
- CO3: Apply analytical techniques and graphical analysis to the experimental data.
- CO4: Know the various measurement techniques such as data and error analysis, plotting and curve fitting. Understand the application side of the experiments performed.
Subject Code: PHY324
Subject Name: Physics of Earth
Course Outcomes:
- CO1: Students will learn about the earth and its evolution
- CO2: they will know about the structure of earth
- CO3: They will know about the dynamical processes
- CO4: They will know about the evolution of earth
Subject Code: PHY325
Subject Name: Laser Physics
Course Outcomes: Students will be able to:
- CO1: Understand the processes of light absorption and emission, mechanisms of line broadening, and conditions required for light amplification.
- CO2: Comprehend the operation of Fabry-Perot cavities, mode separation, linewidths, laser gain conditions, and gain clamping in active media.
- CO3: Analyze the spectral properties of a single longitudinal mode and understand mode-locked laser operation through active and passive schemes.
- CO4: Understand the working principles and characteristics of various lasers including He-Ne, Argon-ion, CO₂, ruby, titanium sapphire, Nd:YAG, and glass lasers.
- CO5: Grasp the fundamentals of higher harmonic generation, landmark experiments, and diverse applications of lasers.
Subject Code: PHY326
Subject Name: Biological Physics
Course Outcomes: Students will be able to:
- CO1: Explain various biological processes at cellular and organismal levels where physics plays a crucial role.
- CO2: Understand molecular and cellular processes essential for life through mathematical modeling.
- CO3: Describe complex molecular interaction networks involved in cell formation, stem cells, and developmental pattern formation.
- CO4: Explain brain structure and information processing mechanisms, and understand basic models of evolution.
Subject Code: PHY303C
Subject Name: Solid State Physics
Course Outcomes:
- CO1 To Understand the basic concepts of crystallography, knowledge on symmetry operations and classification of lattices
- CO2: To enhance knowledge of students related to reciprocal lattice, diffraction studies and different properties related to lattice vibrations and their quantization.
- CO3: To develop understanding of basic theories describing reason for existence of different behaviours of materials
- CO4:To enable students to acquire knowledge about the concept and properties of semiconductor and superconductors
Subject Code: PHY322
Subject Name: Quantum Physics
Course Outcomes: Students will be able to:
- CO1: Understand the origins and fundamental concepts of quantum mechanics in contrast to classical mechanics.
- CO2: Study the Schroedinger wave mechanics and operator formalism.
- CO3: Solve the time-independent one-dimensional Schroedinger equation.
- CO4: Apply the Schroedinger equation in spherical polar coordinates, solving problems related to hydrogen-like atoms.
- CO5: Comprehend the concepts of angular momentum, magnetic moments, and their quantum mechanical treatment.
- CO6: Develop the vector model of the atom and understand spin-orbit coupling, atomic spectra notations, and examples of atomic spectra.
Subject Code: PHY323
Subject Name: Quantum and Solid State Laboratory
Course Outcomes: Students will be able to:
- CO1: Measure electrical and magnetic properties of solids.
- CO2: Understand thermal conductivity, ionization potential, Zeeman effect, and electron spin resonance through experiments.
- CO3: Connect theoretical knowledge with experimental techniques.
- CO4: Apply scientific methods to analyze and interpret experimental data.
- CO5: Understand real-world applications of the experiments conducted.
Subject Code: PHY327
Subject Name: Experimental Techniques
Course Outcomes: Students will be able to:
- CO1: Understand experimental uncertainties, noise types, statistical analysis methods, and error minimization strategies.
- CO2: Gain knowledge about vacuum science, including vacuum pumps and gauges for system design.
- CO3: Learn measurement techniques for position, displacement, speed, and acceleration.
- CO4: Utilize RLC bridges, Q-meters, LCR meters, and digital multimeters for precision measurements.
Subject Code: PHY328
Subject Name: Physics of Devices and Communications
Course Outcomes: Students will be able to:
- CO1: Understand basic concepts and VI characteristics of devices such as UJT, JFET, MOSFET, and CMOS.
- CO2: Learn the design and functioning of power supplies, filters, multivibrators, and IC voltage regulators.
- CO3: Understand semiconductor manufacturing processes and IC fabrication.
- CO4: Study digital communication standards like RS-232, USB, and GPIB.
- CO5: Understand pulse and digital modulation/demodulation techniques in communication systems.
Subject Code: PHY329
Subject Name: Embedded System: Introduction to Microcontrollers
Course Outcomes: Students will be able to:
- CO1: Understand the fundamentals of embedded systems, processors, and microcontrollers.
- CO2: Gain knowledge of microprocessor and microcontroller architecture, hardware, and software.
- CO3: Learn programming languages for microcontrollers.
- CO4: Program I/O ports using the 8051 microcontroller.
- CO5: Configure timers, counters, serial ports, and interfaces.
- CO6: Design and develop embedded system environments and products.
Subject Code: PHY330A
Subject Name: Electromagnetic Theory
Course Outcomes: Students will be able to:
- CO1: Understand Maxwell’s equations, the Poynting vector, field energy, and momentum density.
- CO2: Study electromagnetic wave propagation in vacuum, dielectric, and conducting media.
- CO3: Apply boundary conditions to derive reflection and refraction laws for polarized waves.
- CO4: Learn about rotatory polarization and its applications.
- CO5: Analyze EM wave propagation in waveguides and transmission lines, and study various types of antennas.
Subject Code: PHY331
Subject Name: Nuclear Physics
Course Outcomes:
- CO1: To Understand the basic concepts of nuclear physics.
- CO2: To enhance knowledge of students related to the various nuclear models
- CO3: To develop understanding to all the radioactive decays
- CO4: To enable students to acquire knowledge about the various kinds of nuclear reactions and the conceptual understanding of these.
Subject Code: PHY342
Subject Name: Matlab
Course Outcomes:
Students will be able to:
- CO1: Understand the basics of MATLAB programming.
- CO2: Use MATLAB's built-in functions for a variety of computations.
- CO3: Apply looping structures and control statements in programming.
- CO4: Represent computational results graphically.
Subject Code: PHY333
Subject Name: Technical Skills
Course Outcomes:
- CO1: To gain knowledge of of Preparation and presentation of scientific reports.
- CO2: To conceptualize the understanding of Machine practice, carpentry, welding and electrical skill
- CO3: To gain insight of Glass Blowing, vacuum system and their use in industry and research
- CO4: To gain concept related to Designing of electrical circuits, selection of electronic components, testing of components, making of printed circuit board
Subject Code: PHY334
Subject Name: Renewable Energy and Energy Harvesting
Course Outcomes:
Students will be able to:
- CO1: Understand the limitations of fossil fuels and the importance of renewable energy sources.
- CO2: Learn methods for harvesting solar, wind, and ocean energy.
- CO3: Review the global installation and working of geothermal and hydro energy systems.
- CO4: Study piezoelectric and electromagnetic energy harvesting techniques.
- CO5: Understand environmental impacts associated with renewable energy systems.
Subject Code: PHY335
Subject Name: Nanomaterials and Applications
Course Outcomes: Students will be able to:
- CO1: Learn quantum mechanical concepts relevant at the nanoscale.
- CO2: Understand synthesis and characterization techniques of nanomaterials.
- CO3: Study the optical properties of nanomaterials.
- CO4: Explore applications of nanomaterials in optoelectronics, solar cells, and spintronics.
Subject Code: PHY336
Subject Name: Vacuum Science
Course Outcomes: Students will be able to:
- CO1: Understand vacuum principles including gas behavior, flow, and release mechanisms.
- CO2: Learn vacuum measurement techniques, flow meters, and leak detection methods.
- CO3: Study different types of vacuum pumps, materials for vacuum systems, and ultra-high vacuum technologies.
- CO4: Explore applications of vacuum science in thin film deposition, plasma physics, etching, and cryogenics.
Subject Code: PHY337
Subject Name: Astronomy and Astrophysics
Course Outcomes: Students will be able to:
- CO1: Understand astronomical scales, measurement techniques, and basic concepts of positional astronomy.
- CO2: Study telescope technology, astronomical detectors, and key astrophysical principles.
- CO3: Analyze the sun, solar system, and classification of stellar spectra.
- CO4: Study the composition, structure, and properties of galaxies, particularly the Milky Way.
Subject Code: PHY338
Subject Name: Atmospheric Physics
Course Outcomes: Students will be able to:
- CO1: Understand the structure and characteristics of Earth’s atmosphere.
- CO2: Analyze atmospheric dynamics including oscillations and circulation.
- CO3: Study atmospheric gravity waves and surface water waves.
- CO4: Learn applications of atmospheric RADAR and LIDAR.
- CO5: Study atmospheric aerosols, their properties, classification, and removal mechanisms.
Subject Code: PHY339
Subject Name: Particle Physics
Course Outcomes: Students will be able to:
- CO1: Gain knowledge about particle accelerators and experimental methods in high-energy physics.
- CO2: Understand the nature, origin, and detection of cosmic rays.
- CO3: Develop insights into the elementary particles constituting the universe.
- CO4: Study conservation laws, symmetries, and fundamental interactions governing particle physics.
