Department of Applied Sciences & Humanities

Bachelor of Science (Honours) in Physics

Intake: 50

Program CodeBSC-001
Duration 3 Years
Level Graduate Programme
Department Department of Applied Sciences & Humanities

ABOUT THE PROGRAMME

Physics is one of the prominent natural sciences. It studies matter and its fundamental constituents. It also focuses on the motion of matter and its behaviour through space and time, and the related aspects of energy and force.

This subject is based on the theory that the physical laws of matter, energy and the fundamental forces of nature influence the interaction between particles and physical entities, such as molecules, atoms and the subatomic particles. Physics intersects with areas such as mechanical engineering, aerospace science, etc. and generates knowledge needed for future technological advances. It is research in Physics that has given human beings the understanding of areas such as differential geometry, special theory of relativity, and space-time.

The three-year Bachelor of Science in Physics (Honours) programme offered by the Department of Applied Science & Humanities covers modules aligned with basic mathematics and basic physics such as mechanics, electromagnetism, wave physics, thermal physics and quantum physics. The programme also helps students to explore and immerse themselves in the newly developing and useful areas of nanotechnology, superconductivity, and fibre optics. This programme has a balanced inclusion of theoretical classes, lab work, research component and visits to the companies that are working in areas related with Physics such as aeronautics, geophysics, and astronomy.

Students also gain internships and develop practical skills that help them get suitable jobs in the future. Seminars, workshops and project work form important parts of the programme structure. Experimentation in specialized labs particularly suited to studying matter and force give the ideal research environment to students for innovation.

Programme Fee Per Year

30,000

Eligibility Criteria

Minimum 50% marks in 10+2 with Physics, Mathematics & Chemistry or Computer Science.

Admission Procedure

On the basis of Merit/IUCET/State-level and National-level Entrance Exams.

PROGRAMME STRUCTURE

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Program Outcomes (PO)

After undergoing this programme, the student will be able to execute the following successfully:

PO 1

Scientific knowledge(PO-1)

Apply the knowledge of Physics, Scientific fundamentals, and scientific specialization to the solution of complex scientific problems.

PO 2

Problem analysis(PO-2)

Identify, formulate, research literature, and analyze scientific problems to arrive at substantiated conclusions using first principles of Physical sciences and nature.

PO 3

Design/development of solutions(PO-3)

Design solutions for complex scientific problems and design system components, processes to meet the specifications with consideration for the public health and safety, and the cultural, societal, and environmental considerations.

PO 4

Conduct investigations of complex problems(PO-4)

Use research-based knowledge including design of experiments, analysis and interpretation of data, and synthesis of the information to provide valid conclusions.

PO 5

Modern tool usage (PO-5)

Create, select, and apply appropriate techniques, resources, and modern scientific tools including prediction and modeling to complex activities with an understanding of the limitations.

PO 6

Scientific temper and society (PO-6)

Apply reasoning informed by the contextual knowledge to assess societal, health, safety, legal, and cultural issues and the consequent responsibilities relevant to the practice.

PO 7

Environment and sustainability (PO-7)

Understand the impact of the professional scientific solutions in societal and environmental contexts, and demonstrate the knowledge of, and need for sustainable development.

PO 8

Ethics(PO-8)

Apply ethical principles and commit to professional ethics and responsibilities and norms of the work practice.

PO 9

Individual and team work(PO-9)

Function effectively as an individual, and as a member or leader in teams, and in multidisciplinary settings.

PO 10

Communication(PO-10)

Communicate effectively with their community and with society at large. Be able to comprehend and write effective reports documentation. Make effective presentations, and give and receive clear instructions.

PO 11

Project management and finance(PO-11)

Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of scientific and management principles and apply these to one’s own work, as a member and leader in a team. Manage projects in multidisciplinary environments.

PO 12

Life-long learning(PO-12)

Recognize the need for, and have the preparation and ability to engage in independent and life-long learning and research in the broadest context of scientific & technological change.

Program Educational Objectives

This program acts as a specialized degree and helps to develop critical, analytical and problem solving skills at first level. This specialized degree makes the graduates employable in scientific organizations and also to assume expert administrative positions in various types of organizations. Further acquisition of higher level degrees will help the graduates to pursue a career in academics or scientific organizations as a researcher.

The Program Educational Objectives are to prepare the students to:

PEO1

PEO-1

Work independently or in a team with engineering, medical, ICT professionals and scientists in scientific problem solving.

PEO2

PEO-2

Act as expert administrators in public, private and government organizations or business administrators with further training and education.

PEO3

PEO-3

Pursue masters and doctoral research degrees to work in colleges, universities as professors or as scientists in research establishments.

PROGRAM SPECIFIC OUTCOMES (PSOs)

After undergoing this programme, a student will be able to exhibit the following:

PSO 1

(PSO-1)

To gain competence in applying principles of physics to understand and communicate introductory and advanced perspectives of scientific phenomenon in the classical domain or quantum domain as are applicable.

PSO 2

(PSO-2)

To use experimental techniques learnt in tandem with theory for deeper understanding problems in physics.

PSO 3

(PSO-3)

To understand and effectively communicate the pertinent aspects of physics associated with relevant natural phenomena in hand.

PSO 4

(PSO-4)

To become lifelong learners to impart their scientific knowledge to adapt according to the changing needs of society.

CAREER PATH

Energy and Environmental Scientist
New Instrumentation Researcher and Developer
Quantum Physicist
Astronomer or Astrophysicist
Research Head in laboratories
Physics Teacher or Professor