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
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Semester 1 |
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Course code |
Course Title |
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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 |
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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 |
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SPHY1PR |
Practical -I |
2 |
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Semester 2 |
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Course Title |
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SPHY201 |
Mathematical Physics , Waves and Oscillations Differential Equations, Waves and oscillations Damped and Forced oscillations and Transient response of AC circuits |
2 |
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SPHY202 |
Electricity and Electronics Alternating current theory & AC bridges Circuit Theorems, DC power supply & Digital Electronics Transistor characteristics & General amplifier characteristics |
2 |
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SPHY2PR |
Practical-II |
2 |
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Semester 3 |
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Course code |
Course Title |
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SPHY301 |
Mechanics and Thermodynamics-II Mechanics Thermodynamic Low temperature physics |
03 |
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SPHY302 |
Vector Calculus -II and Analog Electronics Vector Calculus Analog Electronics Oscillators and opamp circuits |
03 |
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SPHY303 |
Applied Physics-I Acoustics, Lasers and Fibre optics Biophysics Magnetism, nanotecnology |
03 |
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SPHY3PR |
Practical-III |
2.5 |
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Semester 4 |
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Course code |
Course Title |
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SPHY401 |
Optics and Digital Electronics Diffraction Polarization Digital Electronics |
03 |
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SPHY402 |
Quantum Mechanics The Schrodinger wave equation Applications of Schrodinger steady state equation-I Applications of Schrodinger steady state equation-II |
03 |
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SPHY403 |
Applied Physics-II Theory of errors Crystal physics Optical Instruments |
03 |
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SPHY4PR |
Practical-IV |
2.5 |
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Semester 5 |
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Course code |
Course Title |
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SPHY501 |
Mathematical, Thermal and Statistical Physics Probability Fourier series and Differential equations Statistical Thermodynamics Classical and Quantum Statistics |
2.5 |
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SPHY502 |
Electronics Solid state devices Differential amplifier Opamp, IC 555 |
2.5 |
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Astronomy |
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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 |
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SPHY504 |
Electrodynamics Electrostatics Magnetostatics Electromagnetism EM waves |
2.5 |
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SPHY5PR1 |
Practical-I |
3 |
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SPHY5PR2 |
Practical-II |
3 |
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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 |
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SPHY5ACPR |
Practical |
2 |
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Semester 6 |
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Course code |
Course Title |
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SPHY601 |
Classical Mechanics Central Force Lagrange’s equations Fluid Motion and Rigid body rotation Non Linear Mechanics |
2.5 |
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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 |
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SPHY603 |
Nuclear Physics Alpha and beta decay Gamma decay and nuclear models Nuclear Energy & Particle Accelerators Nuclear force & Elementary particles |
2.5 |
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SPHY604 |
Special Theory of Relativity Introduction to Special theory of relativity Relativistic Kinematics Relativistic Dynamics Relativity and Electromagnetism |
2.5 |
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SPHY6PR1 |
Practical-I |
3 |
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SPHY6PR2 |
Practical-II |
3 |
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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
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2 |
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SPHY6ACPR |
Practical |
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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.