B.Sc. program in Physics

The B.Sc. in Physics at Jai Hind College provides a thorough understanding of key physics concepts, from classical mechanics to quantum physics. Established in 1949, the department combines theory with hands-on learning to prepare students for advanced studies or careers in science. Students engage in practical experiments, research projects, and interactive classes. This approach helps them develop problem-solving skills and a deep grasp of physics, readying them for diverse opportunities in research, industry, or further education.

Program Objectives

  • Graduates will develop a strong foundation in both fundamental and applied physics.
  • Graduates will gain hands-on experience through labs, workshops, and research projects.
  • Graduates will enhance soft skills such as critical thinking, problem-solving, and communication.
  • Graduates will be prepared for advanced studies or careers in various fields including research and industry.

Course Curriculum framework under Autonomy

Program: B. Sc.

Department: Physics 

 

Semester 1

 

Course code

Course Title

Credits

SPHY101

Mechanics and Thermodynamics-I Newton’s laws of motion Applying Newton’s laws, Work and

Energy, Rotation of rigid bodies

Elasticity, Fluid Dynamics

Thermodynamic

2

SPHY102

Vector Calculus -I and Modern Physics Vector Algebra, Vector Calculus

Structure of Nuclei, radioactivity

Introduction to Quantum theory, X-Rays, Interaction of photon with matter

2

SPHY1PR

Practical -I

2

 

Semester 2

 

Course code

Course Title

Credits

SPHY201

Mathematical Physics , Waves and Oscillations

Differential Equations, 

Waves and oscillations

Damped and Forced oscillations and Transient response of AC circuits

2

SPHY202

Electricity and Electronics

Alternating current theory & AC bridges

Circuit Theorems, DC power supply & Digital Electronics

Transistor characteristics & General amplifier characteristics

2

SPHY2PR

Practical-II

2

 

Semester 3

 

Course code

Course Title

Credits

SPHY301

Mechanics and Thermodynamics-II

Mechanics

Thermodynamic

Low temperature physics

03

SPHY302

Vector Calculus -II and Analog Electronics

Vector Calculus

Analog Electronics

Oscillators and opamp circuits

03

SPHY303

Applied Physics-I

Acoustics, Lasers and Fibre optics Biophysics

Magnetism, nanotecnology  

03

SPHY3PR

Practical-III

2.5

 

Semester 4

 

Course code

Course Title

Credits

SPHY401

Optics and Digital Electronics

 Diffraction

Polarization

Digital Electronics

03

SPHY402

Quantum Mechanics

The Schrodinger wave equation

Applications of Schrodinger steady state equation-I

Applications of Schrodinger steady state equation-II

03

SPHY403

Applied Physics-II Theory of errors

Crystal physics

Optical Instruments

03

SPHY4PR

Practical-IV

2.5

 

Semester 5

 

Course code

Course Title

Credits

SPHY501

Mathematical, Thermal and Statistical Physics

Probability

Fourier series and Differential equations

Statistical Thermodynamics   

Classical and Quantum Statistics

2.5

SPHY502

Electronics

Solid state devices

Differential amplifier

Opamp, IC 555

2.5

 

Astronomy

 

SPHY503

Atomic and Molecular Physics

Hydrogen Atom and electron spin

Spin orbit coupling and Effect of magnetic field on atoms

Molecular spectra and spectrometers

Raman Effect, Electron spin resonance and Nuclear magnetic resonance

2.5

SPHY504

Electrodynamics Electrostatics

Magnetostatics

Electromagnetism

EM waves

2.5

SPHY5PR1

Practical-I

3

SPHY5PR2

Practical-II

3

SPHY5AC

Analog Circuits, instruments and Consumer Appliances Transducers and Optoelectronics Devices

Signal Generation, Conditioning and Measuring Instruments

Data Acquisition and Conversion

Modern Techniques and Consumer Appliances &SMPS

2

SPHY5ACPR

Practical

2

 

Semester 6

 

Course code

Course Title

Credit s

SPHY601

Classical Mechanics Central Force

Lagrange’s equations

Fluid Motion and Rigid body rotation

Non Linear Mechanics

2.5

SPHY602

Solid State Physics

Electrical properties of metals

Thermionic Emission and Band theory of solids

Superconductivity and Real crystals

Semiconductor Physics and Junction Diode Theory

2.5

SPHY603

Nuclear Physics

Alpha and beta decay

Gamma decay and nuclear models

Nuclear Energy & Particle Accelerators

Nuclear force & Elementary particles

2.5

SPHY604

Special Theory of Relativity

Introduction to Special theory of relativity

Relativistic Kinematics

Relativistic Dynamics

Relativity and Electromagnetism

2.5

SPHY6PR1

Practical-I

3

SPHY6PR2

Practical-II

3

SPHY6AC

Digital Electronics, Microprocessor and its Applications, Program

C++

Introduction to 8085 assembly language programming

Advanced 8085 programming and 8255(PPI)

C++ programming, I

C++ programming, II

 

m

2

SPHY6ACPR

Practical

 

2

The minor electives will be offered from the following domains: – Marketing, Management, Data Science, Web Designing, Cybersecurity, Accounting, Taxation, Finance, Financial Markets, Investment Banking, Commercial Data Science, Banking, Biotechnology, Mass communication, Embedded Systems and IoT.