CHRIST (Deemed to University), Bangalore

DEPARTMENT OF physics-and-electronics

sciences

Syllabus for
Master of Science (Physics)
Academic Year  (2018)

 
1 Semester - 2018 - Batch
Course Code
Course
Type
Hours Per
Week
Credits
Marks
MPH131 CLASSICAL MECHANICS - 4 4 100
MPH132 ANALOG AND DIGITAL CIRCUITS - 4 4 100
MPH133 QUANTUM MECHANICS - I - 4 4 100
MPH134 MATHEMATICAL PHYSICS - I - 4 4 100
MPH135 RESEARCH METHODOLOGY - 2 2 50
MPH151 GENERAL PHYSICS - I - 4 2 100
MPH152 ELECTRONICS - 4 2 100
2 Semester - 2018 - Batch
Course Code
Course
Type
Hours Per
Week
Credits
Marks
MPH231 STATISTICAL PHYSICS - 4 04 100
MPH232 ELECTRODYNAMICS - 4 4 100
MPH233 QUANTUM MECHANICS - II - 4 4 4
MPH234 MATHEMATICAL PHYSICS - II - 4 4 100
MPH235 RESEARCH TECHNIQUES AND TOOLS - 2 2 50
MPH251 GENERAL PHYSICS LAB - II - 4 2 100
MPH252 COMPUTATIONAL METHODS IN PHYSICS - 4 2 100
3 Semester - 2017 - Batch
Course Code
Course
Type
Hours Per
Week
Credits
Marks
MPH331 NUCLEAR AND PARTICLE PHYSICS - 4 4 100
MPH332 SOLID STATE PHYSICS - 4 4 100
MPH333 ATOMIC, MOLECULAR AND LASER PHYSICS - 4 4 100
MPH341A ELEMENTS OF MATERIALS SCIENCE (SPECIAL - I) - 4 4 100
MPH341B ELECTRONIC INSTRUMENTATION (SPECIAL - I) - 4 4 100
MPH341C INTRODUCTION TO ASTRONOMY AND ASTROPHYSICS (SPECIAL - I) - 4 4 100
MPH351 GENERAL PHYSICS - III - 4 2 100
MPH352A MATERIAL SIENCE - I - 4 2 100
MPH352B ELECTRONICS - I - 4 2 100
MPH352C ASTROPHYSICS - I - 4 2 100
4 Semester - 2017 - Batch
Course Code
Course
Type
Hours Per
Week
Credits
Marks
MPH431 NON-CONVENTIONAL ENERGY RESOURCES - 4 4 100
MPH432 SPECTROSCOPIC TECHNIQUES - 4 4 100
MPH441A SYNTHESIS OF MATERIALS - 4 4 100
MPH441B PHYSICS OF SEMICONDUCTOR DEVICES (SPECIAL-II) - 4 4 100
MPH441C STELLAR ASTROPHYSICS - 4 4 100
MPH442A CHARACTERIZATION OF MATERIALS - 4 4 100
MPH442B ELECTRONIC COMMUNICATION - 4 4 100
MPH442C GALACTIC ASTRONOMY AND COSMOLOGY - 4 4 100
MPH451A MATERIAL SCIENCE LAB - II - 4 2 100
MPH451B ELECTRONICS LAB - II - 4 2 100
MPH451C ASTROPHYSICS LAB - II - 4 2 100
MPH452 PROJECT - 4 2 100
    

    

Introduction to Program:
The department of physics provides high quality physics education, producing well prepared BSc graduates who are confident in their abilities and understanding of physics. It also promotes research and creative activities ofstudents by providing exposure to the realm of physical science and technical expertise.
Assesment Pattern

 

End Semester Examination Question Paper Pattern (Theory)

 

Time – 3 hrs                                                                                                                Max marks – 100        

 

5 out of 8 questions must be answered. Each question carries 20 marks.         20 x 5 = 100

 

Each question will have 3 sub sections a, b & c.

 

a)    Concept questions, short answer questions etc                  2 marks

 

b)    Derivations, essay type questions etc                                  12 marks   

 

c)     Problems                                                                                 06 marks

 

                                             Total                                                        20 marks

 

Examination And Assesments

 

Theory

 

Continuous Internal Assessment (CIA) 50%,   End Semester Examination (ESE) 50%

 

 

Component

Schedule

Duration

Marks

Marks reduced to

CIA I

Assignment/test/group task/presentation

Before Mid Semester Test (MST)

 

20

10

CIA II

Mid Semester Test (MST)

Centralised

2 hours

50

 

 

25

CIA III

Assignment/test/group task/presentation

After MST

 

20

 

 

10

Attendance

75 – 79, 1 mark, 80 – 84, 2 marks, 85 – 89, 3 marks, 90 – 94, 4 marks, 95 – 100, 5 marks

 

05

ESE

Centralised

3 hours

100

 

50

 

                                                    Total

 

100

 

 

Practical

 

Continuous Internal Assessment (CIA) 60%,   End Semester Examination (ESE) 40%

 

 

Component

Duration

Marks

CIA

Class work, Prelab assignment, MST

 

30

ESE

Experiment and viva voce

3 hours

 

20

                                                                                   Total

50

 

 

 

 

MPH131 - CLASSICAL MECHANICS (2018 Batch)

Total Teaching Hours for Semester:60
No of Lecture Hours/Week:4
Max Marks:100
Credits:4

Course Objectives/Course Description

 

This course is intended to make the students familiar with Newtonian mechanics and constraints, Rotating frames of reference and central force, Canonical transformation, Poissons bracket and equations of motion, Small oscillations and rigid body dynamics.

Course Outcome

Classical mechanics explores the different natural phenomena that students experience in every day life.

Unit-1
Teaching Hours:15
Constraints and Lagrangian formulation
 

Mechanics of a particle, mechanics of a system of particles, constraints and their classification, principle of virtual work, D'Alembert's principle, Generalized co-ordinates, Lagrange's equations of motion, applications of Lagrangian formulation (simple pendulum, Atwood's machine, bead sliding in a wire), cyclic co-ordinates, concept of symmetry, homogeneity and isotropy, invariance under Galilean transformations

Unit-2
Teaching Hours:15
Rotating Frames of Reference and Central Force
 

Rotating frames, inertial forces in the rotating frame, effects of Coriolis force, Foucault's pendulum, Central force: definition and examples, Two-body central force problem, classification of orbits, stability of circular orbits, condition for closure of orbits, Kepler's laws, Virial theorem, Applications.

Unit-3
Teaching Hours:15
Canonical Transformation, Poisson Bracket and Hamilton's Equations of motion
 

Canonical transformations, Generating functions, conditions of canonical transformation, examples, Legandre's dual transformation, Hamilton's function, Hamilton's equation of motion, properties of Hamiltonian and Hamilton's equations of motion, Poisson Brackets,
properties of Poisson bracket, elementary PB's, Poisson's theorem, Jacobi-Poisson theorem on PBs, Invariance of PB under canonical transformations, PBs involving angular momentum, principle of Least action, Hamilton's principle, derivation of Hamilton's equations of motion from Hamilton's principle, Hamilton-Jacobi equation. Solution of simple harmonic oscillator by Hamilton-Jacobi method

Unit-4
Teaching Hours:15
Small Oscillations and Rigid Body Dynamics
 

Types of equilibrium and the potential at equilibrium, Lagrange's equations for small oscillations using generalized co-ordinates, normal modes, vibrations of carbon dioxide molecule Forced and damped oscillations, resonance, Degrees of freedom of a free rigid body, angular momentum, Euler's equation of motion for rigid body, time variation of rotational kinetic energy, Rotation of a free rigid body, Eulerian angles, Motion of a heavy symmetric top rotating about fixed point in the body under the action of gravity

Text Books And Reference Books:
  1. N. C. Rana and P.S. Joag: Classical Mechanics, TMH, 1994.
  2. H. Goldstein: Classical Mechanics, Addison Wesley, 3rd Edition 2001.
  3. K. N. Srinivasa Rao: Classical Mechanics, University Press, 2002.
Essential Reading / Recommended Reading
  1. R. G. Takwale and P. S. Puranik: Introduction to Classical Mechanics, TMGH, New Delhi, 1983.
  2. W. Greiner: Classical Mechanics: System of particles and Hamiltonian Dynamics, Springer-Verlag, New York, 2004.
  3. K. C. Gupta: Classical Mechanics of Particles and Rigid bodies, Wiley Eastern Ltd, 1988.
  4. V. Barger and M. Olsson: Classical Mechanics- A modern perspective, 2nd Edn, McGraw Hill, 1995.
Evaluation Pattern

Interaction with students during lecture hours like asking short questions to test their basic remembering skills

Periodical tests are conducted for different cognitive levels of learning like (i) Objective level questions to check their basic understanding (ii) descriptive writing to check their analytical skills (iii) problem solving sessions for testing their creative skills

Quiz

Preparation of science models relevant to classical mechanics

Students' seminar

Science exihibition

MPH132 - ANALOG AND DIGITAL CIRCUITS (2018 Batch)

Total Teaching Hours for Semester:60
No of Lecture Hours/Week:4
Max Marks:100
Credits:4

Course Objectives/Course Description

 

This module introduces the students to the applications of analog and digital integrated circuits. First part of the module deals with the operational amplifier, linear applications of op-amp., active filters, oscillators, non-linear applications of op-amp, timer and voltage regulators. The second part deals with digital circuits which exposes to the logic gates, encoders and decoders, flip-flops registers and counters.

Course Outcome

General knowledge about analog and digital integrated circuits halps to realize various practical applications.

Unit-1
Teaching Hours:15
Linear applications of op-amp.
 

The ideal op-amp: Characteristics of an op-amp., the ideal op-amp., Equivalent circuit of an op-amp., Voltage series feedback amplifier - voltage gain, input resistance and output resistance, Voltage follower. Voltage shunt feedback amplifier - virtual ground, voltage gain, input resistance and output resistance, Current to voltage converter. Differential amplifier with one op-amp. - voltage gain, input resistance.

Linear applications: AC amplifier, AC amplifier with single supply voltage, Summing amplifier, Inverting and non-inverting amplifier, Differential summing amplifier, Instrumentation amplifier using transducer bridge, The integrator, The differentiator.

Unit-2
Teaching Hours:15
Non-linear applications of op-amp.
 

Active filters and Oscillators: First order low pass filter, Second order low pass filter, First order high pass filter, Second order high pass filter, Phase shift Oscillator, Wien-bridge oscillator, Square wave generator.

Non-linear circuits: Comparator, Schmitt trigger, Digital to analog converter with weighted resistors and R-2R resistors, Positive and negative clippers, Small signal half wave rectifier, Positive and negative clampers.

Unit-3
Teaching Hours:15
Combinational digital circuits
 

Logic gates: The basic gates - OR, AND, NOT, NOR gates, NAND gates, Boolean laws and theorems (Review only). Karnaugh map, Simplification of SOP equations, Simplification of POS equations, Exclusive OR gates.

Combinational circuits: Multiplexer, De-multiplexer, 1-16 decoder, BCD to decimal decoder, Seven segment decoder, Encoder, Half adder, Full adder.

Unit-4
Teaching Hours:15
Sequential digital circuits
 

Flip flops: RS flip-flop, Clocked RS flip-flop, Edge triggered RS flip-flop, D flip-flop, JK flip-flop, JK master-slave flip-flop.

Registers: Serial input serial output shift register, Serial input parallel output shift register, Parallel input serial output shift register, Parallel input parallel output shift register, Ring counter.

Counters: Ripple counter, Decoding gates, Synchronous counter, Decade counter, Shift counter - Johnson counter.

Text Books And Reference Books:
  1. R. A. Gayakwad: Op-amps. and Linear Integrated circuits, PHI, New Delhi 2002.
  2. D. P. Leach and A. P. Malvino: Digital Principles and Applications, TMGH, 2002.
Essential Reading / Recommended Reading
  1. R. P. Jain: Modern Digital Electronics, TMGH, 1997.
Evaluation Pattern

No.

Component

Schedule

Duration

Marks

CIA 1

Mid-Sem Test (Centralized)

MST

2 hours(50 marks)

25

CIA 2

Assignment /quiz/ group task / presentations

Before MST

--

10

CIA 3

Assignment /quiz/ group task / presentations

After MST

--

10

CIA 4

Attendance

(76-79 = 1, 80-84 = 2, 85-89 = 3, 90-94 = 4, 95-100 = 5)

--

5

ESE

Centralized

3 hours(100 marks)

50

 

Total

100

MPH133 - QUANTUM MECHANICS - I (2018 Batch)

Total Teaching Hours for Semester:60
No of Lecture Hours/Week:4
Max Marks:100
Credits:4

Course Objectives/Course Description

 

Quantum mechanics being an essential component in understanding the behavior of fundamental constituents of matter is divided into two modules spreading over first and second semesters. The first module is intended to familiarize the students with the Principles of quantum mechanics, exactly solvable eigen value problems, Time independent perturbation theory and Time dependent perturbation theory.

Course Outcome

The subject provides theoretical knowledge about nano, micro and macro world of matter.

Text Books And Reference Books:
Essential Reading / Recommended Reading
Evaluation Pattern

No.

Component

Schedule

Duration

Marks

CIA 1

Mid-Sem Test (Centralized)

MST

2 hours(50 marks)

25

CIA 2

Assignment /quiz/ group task / presentations

Before MST

--

10

CIA 3

Assignment /quiz/ group task / presentations

After MST

--

10

CIA 4

Attendance

(76-79 = 1, 80-84 = 2, 85-89 = 3, 90-94 = 4, 95-100 = 5)

--

5

ESE

Centralized

3 hours(100 marks)

50

 

Total

100

MPH134 - MATHEMATICAL PHYSICS - I (2018 Batch)

Total Teaching Hours for Semester:60
No of Lecture Hours/Week:4
Max Marks:100
Credits:4

Course Objectives/Course Description

 

A sound mathematical background is essential to understand and appreciate the principles of physics. This module is intended to make the students familiar with the applications of tensors and matrices, Special functions, partial differential equations and integral transformations, Green’s functions and integral equations.

Course Outcome

The programme aims to develop problem solving skills in mathematics. It also aims to develop critical questioning and creative thinking capability to formulate ideas mathematically.

Unit-1
Teaching Hours:15
Vectors and Green's Function
 

Line, surface and volume integrals – Stoke’s, Gauss’s and Green’s theorems (Problems), Rotation of coordinates, Orthogonal curvilinear coordinates, Gradient, Divergence and Curl in orthogonal curvilinear, cylindrical and spherical polar coordinates, Laplacian operator, Laplace's equation – application to electrostatic field and wave equations, Vector integration, Schmidt orthogonalization.

Green’s function - symmetry of Green’s function, eigenfunction expansion of Green’s functions, Green’s function for Poisson equation, Neumann series method.  15 hrs

Unit-2
Teaching Hours:15
Matrices and Tensors
 

Diagonal matrices, Matrix inversion (Gauss-Jordan inversion method) orthoganal, unitary and Hermitian matrices, normal matrices, Pauli spin matrices, Cayley-Hamilton theorem. Similarity transformation - unitary and orthogonal transformation. Eigen values and eigenvectors – Diagonalisation using normalized eigenvectors. Solution of linear equation-Gauss elimination method.

Definition of Tensors, Contraction, Direct products, quotient rule, Pseudo tensors, Dual tensors, Levi Cevita symbol, irreducible tensors, simple applications of tensors. 15 hrs

Unit-3
Teaching Hours:15
Special Functions
 

Beta and Gamma functions, different forms of beta and gamma functions. Dirac delta function. Kronecker delta, Power series method for ordinary differential equations, Series solution for Legendre equation, Legendre polynomials and their properties, Series solution for Bessel equation, Bessel and Neumann functions and their properties, Series solution for Laguerre equation, it's solutions and properties (generating function, recurrence relations and orthogonality properties for all functions).  15 hrs

Unit-4
Teaching Hours:15
Partial Differential Equations and Integral Transforms
 

Method of separation of variables, the wave equation, Laplace equation, heat conduction equations in cartesian, cylindrical and spherical polar coordinates and their solutions in one, two and three dimensions.  

Review of Fourier series, Fourier integrals, Fourier transform, Properties of Fourier sine and cosine transforms, applications.  Laplace transformations, properties, convolution theorem, inverse Laplace transform, Evaluation of Laplace transforms and applications.  15 hrs

Text Books And Reference Books:

Essential Reading:

[1]. S. Prakash: Mathematical Physics, S. Chand and Sons, 2004.

[2]. H. K. Dass: Mathematical Physics, S. Chand and Sons, 2008.

[3]. B.S Rajput, Mathematical Physics, Pragati Prakashan

[4].G. B. Arfken, H. J. Weber and F. E. Harris: Mathematical methods for physicists, 7th Edn., Academic press, 2013.[1].Murray R. Spiegel, Theory and problems of vector analysis, (Schaum’s outline series)

Essential Reading / Recommended Reading

Recommended Reading:

[1]. G. Arfken: Mathematical methods for physicists, 4th Edn., Academic press, 1995.

[2]. M. L. Boas: Mathematical Methods in the Physical Sciences, 2nd Edn, Wiley 1983.

[3]. K.F. Riley, M.P Hobson, S. J. Bence, Mathematical methods for Physics and Engineering,  Cambridge University Press (Chapter 24)

[4]. P. K. Chattopadhyaya: Mathematical Physics, Wiley Eastern, 1990.

[5]. Seymour Lipschutz, Fourier Series,  Schaum Outlines Series

[6]. E. Kryszig: Advanced Engineering Mathematics, John Wiley, 2005.

[7]. Sadri Hassani: Mathematical Methods for students of Physics and related fields, Springer 2000.

[8]. J. Mathews and R. Walker: Mathematical Physics, Benjamin, Pearson Education, 2006.

[9]. A W. Joshi: Tensor analysis, New Age, 1995.

[10]. L. A. Piper: Applied Mathematics for Engineers and Physicists, McGraw-Hill 1958.

Evaluation Pattern

CIA -I and CIA-III will be a problem solving tests for 20 marks each. CIA-II will be Mid-sem examination for 25 marks.  End -sem examination will be for 50 marks.

MPH135 - RESEARCH METHODOLOGY (2018 Batch)

Total Teaching Hours for Semester:30
No of Lecture Hours/Week:2
Max Marks:50
Credits:2

Course Objectives/Course Description

 

 

The research methodology module is intended to assist students in planning and carrying out research projects. The students are exposed to the principles, procedures and techniques of implementing a research project. In this module the students are exposed to elementary scientific methods, design and execution of experiments, analysis and reporting of experimental data.

 

Course Outcome

The students are expected to get well-versed in writing research articles at the end of this course. It will expose them on how to formulate and devise research problems.

Unit-1
Teaching Hours:15
Research Methodology
 

 

Introduction - meaning of research - objectives of research - motivation in research, types of research - research approaches - significance of research -research methods versus methodology - research and scientific method, importance of knowing how research is done - research processes - criteria of good research - defining research problem - selecting the problem, necessity of defining the problem - techniques involved in defining a problem - research design - meaning of research design - need for research design - features of good design, different research designs - basic principles of experimental design. Resources for research - research skills - time management, role of supervisor and scholar - interaction with subject experts. Thesis Writing: The preliminary pages and the introduction - the literature review, methodology - the data analysis - the conclusions, the references (IEEE format)

 

Unit-2
Teaching Hours:15
Review of Literature & Online searching
 

 

Literature Review: Significance of review of literature - source for literature: books -journals – proceedings - thesis and dissertations - unpublished items.

On-line Searching: Database – SciFinder – Scopus - Science Direct - Searching research articles - Citation Index - Impact Factor - H-index etc.

Document preparation system: Latex, beamer, Overleaf-Writing scientific report - structure and components of research report - revision and refining’ - writing project proposal - paper writing for international journals, submitting to editors - conference presentation - preparation of effective slides, graphs - citation styles.

 

Text Books And Reference Books:

 

 

  1. C. R. Kothari, Research Methodology Methods and Techniques, 2nd. ed. New Delhi: New Age International Publishers, 2009.

  2. R. Panneerselvam, Research Methodology, New Delhi: PHI, 2005.

  3. P. Oliver, Writing Your Thesis, New Delhi:Vistaar Publications, 2004.

  4. J. W. Creswell, Research Design: Qualitative, Quantitative, and Mixed Methods Approaches, 3nd. ed. Sage Publications, 2008.

  5. Kumar, Research Methodology: A Step by Step Guide for Beginners, 2nd. ed. Indian: PE, 2005.

  6. B. C. Nakra and K. K. Chaudhry, Instrumentation, Measurement and Analysis, 2nd. ed. New Delhi: TMH publishing Co. Ltd., 2005.

  7. I. Gregory, Ethics in Research, Continuum, 2005.

  8. F. Mittelbach and M. Goossens, The LATEX Companion, 2nd. ed. Addison Wesley, 2004.

 

 

Essential Reading / Recommended Reading

 

 

  1. C. R. Kothari, Research Methodology Methods and Techniques, 2nd. ed. New Delhi: New Age International Publishers, 2009.

  2. R. Panneerselvam, Research Methodology, New Delhi: PHI, 2005.

 

Evaluation Pattern

The evaluation is based on assignements and exams. The students will be asked to develop a research article as part of CIA.

MPH151 - GENERAL PHYSICS - I (2018 Batch)

Total Teaching Hours for Semester:60
No of Lecture Hours/Week:4
Max Marks:100
Credits:2

Course Objectives/Course Description

 

Ten experiments are included in Laboratory 1, General Physics-1. The experiments are selected from mechanics, properties of matter and thermodynamics. Suitable experimental techniques are adopted to make the students familiar with the use of basic measuring instruments.

Course Outcome

The students will aquire practical exposure about the theory learned in the classrooms.

Unit-1
Teaching Hours:30
Cycle-1
 

1. Elastic constants of glass plate by Cornu's interference method.
2. Study of thermoemf and verification of thermoelectric laws
3. Wavelength of iron arc spectral lines using constant deviation spectrometer.
4. Energy gap of the semi-conducting material used in a PN junction.
5. Characteristics of a solar cell.

Unit-2
Teaching Hours:30
Cycle-2
 

6. Stefan's constant of radiation.
7. Relaxation time constant of a serial bulb.
8. e/m by Millikan's oil drop method
9. Study of elliptically polarized light by using photovoltaic cell.
10. Study of absorption of light in different liquid media using photovoltaic cell.

Text Books And Reference Books:
  1. B. L. Worsnop and H. T. Flint: Advanced Practical Physics for students, Asia Publishing house, New Delhi 1984.
Essential Reading / Recommended Reading
  1. F. W. Sears, M. W. Zemansky and H. D. Young: University Physics, 6th Edn., Narosa publishing house, 1998.
  2. S. O. Pillai: Solid State Physics, New Age international Ltd. 1997.
  3. C. W. Fischer: Elementary technique to measure the energy band gap and diffusion potential of pn junctions, Am. J. Phys, 50, 1103 (1982).
  4. P. J. Collings: Simple Measurement of the band gap in silicon and germanium, Am. J. Phys., 48, 197 (1980).
  5. M. Mcinally: A Stefan’s constant apparatus showing anomalous behaviour, Physics Education, 17 (1982).
  6. L. Schawlow: Measuring the Wavelength of Light with a Ruler, Am. J. Phys, 33, 922 (1965).
  7. S. Chadda and S. P. Mallikarjun Rao: Determination of Ultrasonic Velocity in Liquids Using Optical Diffraction By Short Acoustic Pulses, Am. J. Phys. 47, 464 (1979).
Evaluation Pattern

1. Based on whether a student has come prepared for the practical like drawing diagram, tabular column etc.

2. Based on whether the student is able to complete the experiments and do the calculations within the allotted hours.

3. Based on conducting viva on the experiments performed.

MPH152 - ELECTRONICS (2018 Batch)

Total Teaching Hours for Semester:60
No of Lecture Hours/Week:4
Max Marks:100
Credits:2

Course Objectives/Course Description

 

Electronics being an integral part of Physics, Laboratory 2, Electronics is dedicated to experiments related to Electronic components and circuits. The experiments are selected to make the students familiar with the commonly used electronic components and their application in electronic circuits. During the course, the students will get to know the use of various electronic measuring instruments for the measurement of various parameters.

Course Outcome

The students will get a practical knowledge about basic electronic circuits used in various devices and domestic appliances.

Unit-1
Teaching Hours:30
Cycle-1
 

1. Transistor multivibrator.
2. Half wave and full wave rectifier using op-amp.
3. Op-amp. voltage regulator.
4. Op-amp. inverting and non-inverting amplifier.
5. Timer 555, square wave generator and timer.
a) RS flip-flop using NAND gates, b) Decade counter using JK flip-flops.

Unit-2
Teaching Hours:30
Cycle-2
 

6. Half adder and full adder using NAND gates.
7. Construction of adder, subtractor, differentiator and integrator circuits using the given Op-amp.
8. Construction of a D/A converter circuit and study its performance-R-2R and Weighted resistor network.
9. JK Flip-Flop and up-down counter
10. Differential Amplifier with Op-Amp

Text Books And Reference Books:
  1. R. A. Gayakwad: Op-amps. and Linear Integrated Circuits, PHI, 2002.
  2. R. P. Jain: Modern Digital Electronics, TMH, 1997.
Essential Reading / Recommended Reading
  1. C. S. Rangan, G. R. Sharma and V .S. V. Mani: Instrumentation devices and systems, II Edn, TMH, New Delhi, 1997.
  2. B. C. Nakra and K. K. Chaudhary: Instrumentation measurement analysis, TMH, New Delhi, 2004.
Evaluation Pattern

No.

Component

Duration

Points

Marks

CIA 1

Mid-Sem Test [MST]

4 hours

50

25

CIA 2

Class work, Prelab Assignments

---

40

20

CIA 3

Record book

---

10

05

ESE

(Two examiners)

4 Hours

50

50

 

Total

 

 

100

MPH231 - STATISTICAL PHYSICS (2018 Batch)

Total Teaching Hours for Semester:60
No of Lecture Hours/Week:4
Max Marks:100
Credits:04

Course Objectives/Course Description

 

The objective of the course, MPH 231- statistical physics enable the students to explore the basic concepts and description of various topics such as phase space, ensembles, partition functions, Bose-Einstein and Fermi-Dirac gases, non-equilibrium states, and fluctuations.

Course Outcome

Detailed theoretical understanding of the topics such as phase space, ensembles, partition functions, Bose-Einstein and Fermi-Dirac gases, non-equilibrium states, and fluctuations, develop problem-solving skills and ability to correlate scientific applications.

Unit-1
Teaching Hours:15
Basic concepts
 

 Introduction, phase space, ensembles (microcanonical, canonical and grand canonical ensembles), ensemble average, Liouville theorem, conservation of extension in phase space, condition for statistical equilibrium, microcanonical ensemble, ideal gas. Quantum picture: Microcanonical ensemble, quantization of phase space, basic postulates, classical limit, symmetry of wave functions, effect of symmetry on counting, distribution laws.      

Unit-2
Teaching Hours:15
Ensembles and Partition Functions
 

Gibb’s paradox and its resolution, Canonical ensemble, entropy of a system in contact with a heat reservoir, ideal gas in canonical ensemble, Maxwell velocity distribution, equipartition theorem of energy, Grand canonical ensemble, ideal gas in grand canonical ensemble, comparison of various ensembles. Canonical partition function, molecular partition function, translational partition function, rotational partition function, application of rotational partition function, application of vibrational partition function to solids

Unit-3
Teaching Hours:15
Ideal Bose-Einstein and Fermi-Dirac gases
 

Bose-Einstein distribution, Applications, Bose-Einstein condensation, thermodynamic properties of an ideal Bose-Einstein gas, liquid helium, two fluid model of liquid helium-II, Fermi-Dirac (FD) distribution, degeneracy, electrons in metals, thermionic emission, magnetic susceptibility of free electrons. Application to white dwarfs , High temperature limits of BE and FD statistics

Unit-4
Teaching Hours:12
Non Equilibrium States and Fluctuations
 

Boltzmann transport equation, particle diffusion, electrical conductivity, thermal conductivity, isothermal Hall effect, Quantum Hall effect. Introduction to fluctuations, mean square deviation, fluctuations in ensembles, concentration fluctuations in quantum statistics, one dimensional random walk, electrical noise (Nyquist theorem).   Fluctuations in FD and BE gases, WinerKhintchine theorem             

Text Books And Reference Books:

[1].   F. Reif: Statistical and Thermal Physics, McGraw Hill International, 1985.

[2].   K. Huang: Statistical Mechanics, Wiley Eastern Limited, 1991.

[3].   J. K. Bhattacharjee: Statistical Physics: Equilibrium and Non Equilibrium Aspects, Allied Publishers Limited, 1997.

[4].   R. A. Salinas: Introduction to Statistical Physics, Springer, 2nd Edn,2006. 

[5].   E. S. R. Gopal: Statistical Mechanics and properties of matter, Macmillan, India 1976.

Essential Reading / Recommended Reading

[1].   B. K. Agarwal and M. Eisner: Statistical Mechanics, New Age International, 2ndEdn, 1998.

      [2].   R. K. Pathria: Statistical Mechanics, Butterworth Heinemann, 2ndEdn, 2006. 

Evaluation Pattern

Group discussion with students to test the awareness of  subject knowledge and emerging trends 

Class tests are conducted for the students to enhance their writing skills, problem-solving sessions for testing their creative skills, presentations to link research papers with the topics

 

MPH232 - ELECTRODYNAMICS (2018 Batch)

Total Teaching Hours for Semester:60
No of Lecture Hours/Week:4
Max Marks:100
Credits:4

Course Objectives/Course Description

 

This module introduces the students to the principles and applications of Electrostatics, Magneto statics, Electrodynamics and Electromagnetic waves.

Course Outcome

The theory of electrodynamics is helpful to realize various applications.

Unit-1
Teaching Hours:15
Electrostatics and magnetostatics
 

Electrostatics:Review of electrostatics, Electrostatic boundary conditions, Poisson’s equation and Laplace’s equation, uniqueness theorem.  Solution to Laplace’s equation in a) Cartesian coordinates, applications: i) rectangular box and ii) parallel plate condenser, b) spherical coordinates, applications: potential outside a charged conducting sphere and c) cylindrical coordinates, applications: potential between two co-axial charged conducting cylinders. Method of images: Potential and field due to a  point charge i) near an infinite conducting sphere and ii) in front of a grounded conducting sphere.

Magnetostatics:  Review of magnetostatics, Multipole expansion of the vector potential, diamagnets, paramagnets and ferromagnets, magnetic field inside matter, Ampere’s law in magnetized materials, Magnetic susceptibility and permeability.

 

Unit-2
Teaching Hours:15
Electromagnetic waves
 

Review of Maxwell’s equations, Maxwell’s equations in matter, Boundary conditions. Poynting’s theorem, wave equation, Electromagnetic waves in vacuum, energy and momentum in electromagnetic waves. Electromagnetic waves in matter, Reflection and transmission at normal incidence, Reflection and transmission at oblique incidence. Electromagnetic waves in conductors, reflection at a conducting surface, and frequency dependence of permittivity.                                                                                                                                                                                   

Unit-3
Teaching Hours:15
Waveguides and potential formulation
 

 

Waveguides: Rectangular wave guides(uncoupled equations), TE mode, TM mode, wave propagation in the guide, coaxial transmission line, power transmission and attenuation, wave guide resonators-TM mode to z, TE mode for z.

Potential formulation: Scalar and vector potentials, Gauge transformations, Coulomb and Lorentz gauge, retarded potentials, Lienard-Wiechert potentials, the electric and magnetic fields of a moving point charge.                                                                                                                                                                         

 

Unit-4
Teaching Hours:15
Electromagnetic radiation and relativistic electrodynamics
 

 

Electric dipole radiation, magnetic dipole radiation, Power radiated by a point charge, radiation reaction, mechanism responsible for radiation reaction. 

Relativistic Electrodynamics:Review of Lorentz transformations. Magnetism as a Relativistic Phenomenon, Transformation of electric and magnetic Fields,  Electric field of a point charge in uniform motion, Field Tensor, Electrodynamics in Tensor Notation, Relativistic Potentials.                                                                                                                                                                                                 

Text Books And Reference Books:
  1. D. J. Griffiths: Introduction to electrodynamics, Prentice Hall of India, 2002.
  2. M. N. O. Sadiku: Elements of Electromagnetics, 4th Edn, Oxford Press, 2010.
Essential Reading / Recommended Reading
  1. R. N. Singh: Electromagnetic waves and fields, Tata McGraw-Hill, 1991.
  2. P. Lorrain and D. Corson: Electromagnetic fields and waves, CBS, 1986.
  3. D. F. Jackson: Classical Electrodynamics, 3rd Edn, 1999.
  4. W. K. H. Panofsky and M. Phillips: Classical Electricity and Magnetism, Dover Publications 2nd Edn. 2012.
Evaluation Pattern

No.

Component

Schedule

Duration

Marks

CIA 1

Mid-Sem Test (Centralized)

MST

2 hours(50 marks)

25

CIA 2

Assignment /quiz/ group task / presentations

Before MST

--

10

CIA 3

Assignment /quiz/ group task / presentations

After MST

--

10

CIA 4

Attendance

(76-79 = 1, 80-84 = 2, 85-89 = 3, 90-94 = 4, 95-100 = 5)

--

5

ESE

Centralized

3 hours(100 marks)

50

 

Total

100

MPH233 - QUANTUM MECHANICS - II (2018 Batch)

Total Teaching Hours for Semester:60
No of Lecture Hours/Week:4
Max Marks:4
Credits:4

Course Objectives/Course Description

 

This module is a continuation of Quantum mechanics-I, introduced in the first semester. In this module the students will be introduced to General formulation of quantum mechanics, Angular momentum, Symmetry and its consequences and Relativistic quantum mechanics.

Course Outcome

Quantum mechanics-II provides advanced learning about angular momentum, symmetry and relativistic quantum mechanics.

Unit-1
Teaching Hours:15
General formalism of Quantum Mechanics
 

Hilbert space, Dirac's bra and ket notation, Hermitian operators, projection operator and its properties, unitary transformation, Poisson brackets and commutators, Eigen values and Eigen vectors: Eigen functions of commuting operators with and without degeneracy, complete set of commuting operators, co-ordinate and momentum representation. Equation of motion: Schrodinger picture, Heisenberg picture and Interaction picture. Generalized uncertainty relation. Harmonic oscillator solved by matrix method.

Unit-2
Teaching Hours:15
Angular momentum
 

Angular momentum operator, commutators, eigenvalues of orbital angular momentum operators, spherical harmonics, angular momentum as rotational operator, Concept of intrinsic spin, total angular momentum operator, commutation relations, ladder operators, eigenvalue spectrum of J2 and Jz, Pauli spin matrices and eigen vectors of spin half systems, matrix representation of Jx, Jy and Jz, J2 in |jm> basis, addition of two angular momenta, Evaluation of Clebsch-Gordan coefficients, singlet and triplet states.

Unit-3
Teaching Hours:15
Symmetry and its consequences
 

Translational symmetry and conservation of linear momentum, conservation of energy, Rotational symmetry and angular momentum conservation, symmetry and degeneracy, parity (space inversion) symmetry, even and odd parity operators, time reversal symmetry, Antilinear operators.

Identical particles: Permutation symmetry, construction of symmetric and anti-symmetric wave functions, spin statistics connection (Bosons and Fermions), Pauli exclusion principle, Slater determinant, scattering of identical particles.

Unit-4
Teaching Hours:15
Relativistic Quantum Mechanics
 

Klein-Gordan equation for a free particle and its failures, Dirac equation for a free particle, Dirac matrices, orthonormality and completeness of free particle solutions, spin of the Dirac particle-positron, Dirac hole theory, Dirac equation for central potentials, magnetic moment of the Dirac particle, Non-relativistic approximation and spin-orbit interaction energy. Energy eigenvalues of hydrogen atom.

Text Books And Reference Books:
  1. G. Aruldhas: Quantum Mechanics, Prentice Hall of India, 2010.
  2. L. I. Schiff: Quantum Mechanics, McGraw Hill Publishers, 2012.
Essential Reading / Recommended Reading
  1. D. A. B. Miller: Quantum Mechanics for Scientists & Engineers, Cambridge University Press, 2008.
  2. P. M. Mathews and A. Venkatesan: Quantum Mechanics, TMH Publishers, 1995.
  3. J. J. Sakurai: Modern Quantum Mechanics, Pearon Education Asia, 2002.
  4. S. Gasiorowicz: Quantum Physics, John Wiley & Sons, 1974.
  5. K. Tamvakis: Problems & Solutions in Quantum Mechanics, Cambridge University Press, 2005.
  6. R. P. Feynman, R. B. Leighton and M. Sands: The Feynman Lecture on Physics, Vol. III, Addison-Wesley Publishing Company, Inc., 1966.
Evaluation Pattern

CIA I  & III will be for 20 marks.  Mid-sem examination for 25 marks and End-semester examination for 50 marks.

MPH234 - MATHEMATICAL PHYSICS - II (2018 Batch)

Total Teaching Hours for Semester:60
No of Lecture Hours/Week:4
Max Marks:100
Credits:4

Course Objectives/Course Description

 

A sound mathematical background is essential to understand and appreciate the principles of physics. This module is intended to make the students familiar with the applications of complex analysis, probability theory, group theory, numerical techniques and their applications in physics.

Course Outcome

The students after taking this course will be able to solve specific probles using complex analysis.  They will appreciate the use of probability theory and group theory in physics.  They will be anle to solve linear, non-linear equations using numerical techniques.

Unit-1
Teaching Hours:15
Complex analysis and Probability theory
 

Introduction, Analytic functions, Cauchy-Reimann conditions, Cauchy's integral theorem and integral formula, Taylor and Laurent expansion- poles, residue and residue theorem, classification of singularities, Cauchy's principle value theorem, evaluation of integrals,applications.

 

Elementary probability theory, Random variables, Binomial, Poisson and Gaussian distributions-central limit theorem. 15 hrs     

Unit-2
Teaching Hours:15
Group Theory
 

Basic definitions and concepts of group- point, cyclic groups,  Multiplication table, Subgroups, Cosets and Classes, Permutation Groups, Homomorphism and isomorphism, Reducible and irreducible representations, Schur’s lemmas and great orthogonality theorem, Elementary ideas of Continuous groups- Lie, rotation, unitary groups- GL(n), SO(3), SU(2), SO(3,1), SL(2,C).    

Unit-3
Teaching Hours:15
Numerical techniques: Solution of linear and non linear equations
 

Direct solutions of Linear equations: Solution by elimination method, Basic Gauss elimination method, Gauss elimination by pivoting. Matrix inversion method, Iterative solutions of linear equations: Jacobi iteration method, Gauss sidel method. Roots of non linear equations: Bisection method, Newton-Raphson method. Curve fitting by regression method: Fitting linear equations by least squares method, Fitting transcendental   equations, Fitting a polynomial functions.                                                                                                          15 hrs                                                                                                                                                                          

Unit-4
Teaching Hours:15
Numerical techniques: Integration and Differential equations & Applications in Physics
 

Numerical integration: Trapezoidal Rule, Simpson’s 1/3 rule and Simpsons 3/8 rule. Numerical solution of ordinary differential equations: Euler’s method, Runge-Kutta method (2nd order and fourth order methods).

Freely falling body, motion of a projectile, simple harmonic motion, motion of charged particle in an electric field, motion of charged particle in a uniform magnetic field,  solution of time independent schrodinger equation. 15 hrs

 

Text Books And Reference Books:

Essential Readings:

[1]. G. B. Arfken, H. J. Weber and F. E. Harris, Mathematical methods for physicists, 7th Edn., Academic press, 2013.

[2]. A.W. Joshi, Elements of Group Theory for Physicists,  New Age India

[3]. S. S. Sastry: Introductory methods of numerical analysis, 2nd Edn, Prentice Hall of India Pvt. Ltd., 1995.

[4]. E. Balaguruswamy: Numerical Methods, TMH, New Delhi, 2002

Essential Reading / Recommended Reading

Recommended readings:

[1]. T. Dass & S. K. Sharma, Mathematical methods in Classical and Quantum Physics,  Universities Press, 2009

[2]. Benjamin Baumslag & Bruce Chandler, Group theory- Schaum’s series,  MGH.

[3]. S. Prakash: Mathematical Physics, S. Chand and Sons, 2004.

[4]. B.D. Gupta, Mathematical Physics,  Vikas Pub.House, New Delhi

[5]. V. Rajaraman: Computer oriented numerical methods, 3rd Edn, Prentice Hall of India Pvt. Ltd., 2002.

[6].  B.S Rajput, Mathematical Physics, Pragati Prakashan

Evaluation Pattern

CIA-1 and CIA-111 are for 20 marks each.  CIA-11 (mid-sem examination) will be for 50 marks and End sem examination for 50 marks.

MPH235 - RESEARCH TECHNIQUES AND TOOLS (2018 Batch)

Total Teaching Hours for Semester:30
No of Lecture Hours/Week:2
Max Marks:50
Credits:2

Course Objectives/Course Description

 

 

The research techniques and tools program is intended to equip students with necessary software and data analysis knowledge in carrying out research projects. The students are exposed to the principles, procedures and techniques of implementing a research project. In this module the students are exposed to elementary scientific methods, various data analysis techniques, plotting routines etc.

 

Course Outcome

The students will become familiar with various data analysis techniques and plotting routines. The program will provide a flavor about various statistical analysis techniques. After getting a feel about research through research methodology program, this module will expose students to various data analysis techniques and methods needed to do competent research. 

Unit-1
Teaching Hours:15
Introduction to analytical tools
 

 Introduction to data analysis - least squares fitting of linear data and non-linear data - exponential type data - logarithmic type data - power function data and polynomials of different orders. Plotting and fitting of linear, Non-linear, Gaussian, Polynomial, and Sigmoidal type data - Fitting of exponential growth, exponential decay type data - plotting polar graphs - plotting histograms-Y error bars - XY error bars-data masking

Quantitative Techniques (Error Analysis)

General steps required for quantitative analysis - reliability of the data -classification of errors–accuracy–precision-statistical treatment of random errors-the standard deviation of complete results - error proportion in arithmetic calculations - uncertainty and its use in representing significant digits of results - confidence limits - estimation of detection limit.

 

 

Unit-2
Teaching Hours:15
Introduction of Plotting tools
 

 Introduction to Python Programming- Python programming basics- strings- numbers and operators- variable- functions- Classes and objects- organizing programs- files and directories- other features of Python language-Avaliable libraries-Numpy/SciPy-IPython

MathplotLib/Origin/Excel/GNU Plot

 

Text Books And Reference Books:

 

 

  1. C. R. Kothari, Research Methodology Methods and Techniques, 2nd. ed. New Delhi: New Age International Publishers, 2009.

  2. R. Panneerselvam, Research Methodology, New Delhi: PHI, 2005.

  3. P. Oliver, Writing Your Thesis, New Delhi:Vistaar Publications, 2004.

  4. J. W. Creswell, Research Design: Qualitative, Quantitative, and Mixed Methods Approaches, 3nd. ed. Sage Publications, 2008.

  5. Kumar, Research Methodology: A Step by Step Guide for Beginners, 2nd. ed. Indian: PE, 2005.

  6. B. C. Nakra and K. K. Chaudhry, Instrumentation, Measurement and Analysis, 2nd. ed. New Delhi: TMH publishing Co. Ltd., 2005.

  7. I. Gregory, Ethics in Research, Continuum, 2005.

 

https://www.codeschool.com/blog/2016/01/27/why-python

 

https://www.stat.washington.edu/~hoytak/blog/whypython.html

 

 

 

 

Essential Reading / Recommended Reading

 

 

  1. C. R. Kothari, Research Methodology Methods and Techniques, 2nd. ed. New Delhi: New Age International Publishers, 2009.

  2. R. Panneerselvam, Research Methodology, New Delhi: PHI, 2005.

  3. P. Oliver, Writing Your Thesis, New Delhi:Vistaar Publications, 2004.

 

 

Evaluation Pattern

The evaluation will be done based on a comination of assignments and exams. The students will be asked to plot experimental/observational data from various research problems. Also, they will be asked to give a presentation of a research topic of interest.

MPH251 - GENERAL PHYSICS LAB - II (2018 Batch)

Total Teaching Hours for Semester:60
No of Lecture Hours/Week:4
Max Marks:100
Credits:2

Course Objectives/Course Description

 

This lab module is devoted to experiments in optics. The experiments are selected to introduce the students to various optical phenomena like, reflection, refraction, interference, diffraction and polarization. Suitable experimental techniques are adopted to make the students familiar with the use of various optical equipments and measuring instruments.

Course Outcome

The students will be familiar with the application of various optical phenomena like, reflection, refraction, interference, diffraction and polarization

Unit-1
Teaching Hours:30
Cycle-1
 

1.      Wavelength of LASER light by interference and diffraction method.  

2.      Thickness of mica sheet by optical method (Edser-Butler method).     

3.      Velocity of ultrasonic waves in liquid media (Kerosene & CCl4).                                     

4.      Study of polarized light using Babinet's compensator.                                                  

5.      Thermal expansion of a solid by optical interference method.                           

                                          

Unit-2
Teaching Hours:30
Cycle-2
 

6.      Hartmann's constants and study of electronic absorption band of KMnO4.

7.      Wavelength of Laser source and thickness of glass plate using Michelson Interferometer.

8.      Coefficient of thermal and electrical conductivity of copper and hence to determine Lorentz number.

9.      Dielectric constant of benzene and CCl4 molecules.

10.      (a) Size of lycopodium particles by diffraction method.

(b)   Refractive index of transparent material and a given liquid

Text Books And Reference Books:

[1].   B. L. Worsnop and H. T. Flint: Advanced Practical Physics for students, Asia Publishing house, New Delhi 1984.

Essential Reading / Recommended Reading

[1].   F. W. Sears, M. W. Zemansky and H. D. Young : University Physics, 6th Edn., Narosa publishing house, 1998

[2].   M. S. Chauhan and S. P. Singh: Advanced practical physics, Pragati Prakashan, Meerut.

[3].   S. Chadda and S. P. Mallikarjun Rao: Determination of Ultrasonic Velocity in Liquids Using Optical Diffraction By Short Acoustic Pulses, Am. J. Phys. 47, 464 (1979).

Evaluation Pattern

No.

Component

Duration

Points

Marks

CIA 1

Mid-Sem Test [MST]

4 hours

50

25

CIA 2

Class work, Prelab Assignments

---

40

20

CIA 3

Record book

---

10

05

ESE

(Two examiners)

4 Hours

50

50

 

Total

 

 

100

 

MPH252 - COMPUTATIONAL METHODS IN PHYSICS (2018 Batch)

Total Teaching Hours for Semester:60
No of Lecture Hours/Week:4
Max Marks:100
Credits:2

Course Objectives/Course Description

 

This module makes the students familiar with the use of computers for applications in Physics. The first few sessions will be used to make the students familiar with the basics of C programming. It is followed by about ten experiments in solving problems using numerical techniques. It is then followed by a few experiments to get the students familiar with the application of computer graphics to describe problems and principles of physics.

Course Outcome

The students will be familiar with the application of C programming to describe problems and principles of physics.  They will be able to write the source code for simple physical problems.

Unit-1
Teaching Hours:30
Cycle-1
 

1. Addition and multiplication of matrices.
2. Successive bisection method to solve a transcendental equation.
3. Euler's method to obtain a numerical differential of a function.
4. Simpson's rule to obtain a numerical integral of a function.
5. Linear regression - Least squares method to fit a straight line.

Unit-2
Teaching Hours:30
Cycle-2
 

6. Problem of free fall using Euler's method.
7. Simple harmonic motion of a loaded spring using Euler's method.
8. Problem of electromagnetic oscillations in LC circuit using Runge-Kutta method.
9. Computer graphics - Motion of a projectile.
10. Computer graphics - Standing waves.
11. Computer graphics - Motion of a charged particle in electric field.

Text Books And Reference Books:
  1. R. C. Verma: Computer simulation in physics, Anamaya publishers, 2004.
  2. S. S. Sastry: Introductory methods of numerical analysis II Edn., Prentice Hall of India Pvt. Ltd., 1995.
Essential Reading / Recommended Reading
  1. V. Rajaraman: Computer oriented numerical methods III Edn., Prentice Hall of India Pvt. Ltd., 2002.
  2. V. Rajaraman: Computer programming in C, Prentice Hall of India, 2002.
  3. R. C. Verma, P. K. Ahluwalia and K. C. Sharma: Computational Physics, New age International publishers, 1999.
  4. Y. Kanetkar: Let Us C, BPB, 1999.
  5. Y. Kanetkar: Graphics under C, BPB, 1999.
Evaluation Pattern

Students will be evaluated in each lab session based on pre-lab preparation, writing the C-program and execution of the programs correctly. 

MPH331 - NUCLEAR AND PARTICLE PHYSICS (2017 Batch)

Total Teaching Hours for Semester:60
No of Lecture Hours/Week:4
Max Marks:100
Credits:4

Course Objectives/Course Description

 

This module is intended to make the students familiar with Nuclear models,, Nuclear forces, Nuclear decay processes, Nuclear reactions, interaction of radiations with matter and physics of elementary particles. 

Course Outcome

 After completing the course the students will be able to understand the nuclear models, the various forces acting inside the nucleus keeping nucleons intact, the different modes of nuclear decay, interaction of radiations with matter and physics of elementary particles. 

Unit-1
Teaching Hours:15
Nuclear Models
 

Liquid drop model, binding energy of nucleus, semi-empirical mass formula (Bethe-Weizsacker formula), stability of nuclei against beta decay, mass parabola. Fermi gas model, kinetic energy for the ground state, asymmetry energy. Nuclear shell model: magic numbers and evidences, prediction of energy levels in an infinite square well potential, spin-orbit interaction potential (extreme single particle shell model), Prediction of spin, parity and magnetic moment of odd A nuclei, Schmidt diagrams, Nordheim’s rule for the prediction of spin and parity of odd Z-Odd N nuclei.

Unit-2
Teaching Hours:15
Nuclear force and nuclear decay
 

Nuclear force: Characteristics of nuclear force, short rage, saturation, charge independence, spin dependent, exchange characteristics, Ground state of the deuteron using square well potential, relation between the range and depth of the potential, Yukawa’s theory of nuclear forces (qualitative only). 

Nuclear decay: Beta decay- Fermi’s theory of beta decay, Kurie’s plots and ‘ft’ values, selection rules, detection of neutrino, non-conservation of parity in beta decay, experimental proof. Gamma decay: selection rules, multipolarity, internal conversion process (qualitative).

Unit-3
Teaching Hours:15
Nuclear reactions
 

Types of nuclear reactions, conservation laws, cross section, differential cross section, energetic of nuclear reactions, threshold energy, direct and compound nuclear reactions, their mechanisms, Bohr’s independence hypothesis, Goshal's experiment.

Nuclear fusion and fission: Energy released in fusion and fission, neutron multiplication and chain reaction in thermal reactor, four factor formula, reactor and its components, Types of nuclear reactors, brief overview of nuclear reactors in India.

Unit-4
Teaching Hours:15
Interaction of radiation with matter and elementary particles
 

Interaction of radiation with matter: Interaction of charged particles with matter- energy loss of heavy charged particles in matter, Bethe-Bloch formula. Energy loss of electrons, absorption coefficient for beta rays, G. M. counter. Interaction of gamma rays with matter- Photoelectric, Compton and Pair production, total interaction cross section and mass attenuation coefficient for gamma rays, scintillation detector, Scintillation mechanism in NaI(Tl), NaI(Tl)gamma ray spectrometer. Semiconductor detectors- surface barrier detectors, Li ion drifted detectors.

Elementary particles: Types of interactions between elementary particles, hadrons and leptons, symmetry and conservation laws, eight fold way (qualitative), quarks and building blocks of quarks, recent findings (LHC). 

Text Books And Reference Books:

Essential reading:

[1].  S. N. Goshal: Nuclear Physics, 2ndEdn, S. Chand and Co, 2005.

[2].  G. F. Knoll: Radiation Detection and Measurement, 2ndEdn. John Wiley, 1989.

 

Essential Reading / Recommended Reading

Recommended reading:

[1].  K. S. Krane: Introductory Nuclear Physics, Wiley, 2003.

[2].  R. R. Roy and B. P. Nigam: Nuclear Physics, Wiley Eastern Ltd., 1967.

[3].  S. S. Kapoor and V. S. Ramamoorthy: Radiation Detectors, Wiley Eastern, 1986.

Evaluation Pattern

CIA I and III will be for 20 marks. Mid sem examination carries 25 marks and End semester examination carries 50 marks.

MPH332 - SOLID STATE PHYSICS (2017 Batch)

Total Teaching Hours for Semester:60
No of Lecture Hours/Week:4
Max Marks:100
Credits:4

Course Objectives/Course Description

 

This course on solid state physics enables the students to understand the fundamentals of solid state physics, atomic vibrations and thermal properties of materials, electronic and superconducting properties of materials, dielectric and optical properties of materials, magnetic and ferroelectric properties of materials.

Course Outcome

Understanding the basic principles of solid state physics and various properties of materials; Enhancement of problem solving skills and enabling students to explore device applications.

Unit-1
Teaching Hours:15
Atomic vibrations and thermal properties of materials
 

Introduction, dynamics of the chain of identical atoms, symmetry in k-space, number of modes in the first zone, long wavelength limit, phase and group velocities, dynamics of a diatomic linear chain, dynamics of identical atoms in three dimensions - qualitative, anharmonicity and thermal expansion. Thermal conductivity of solids, thermal conductivity due to electrons, thermal conductivity due to phonons, thermal resistance of solids (conductors), phonon-phonon interaction, scattering of phonons by boundaries or grains, scattering by impurities and imperfections            

Unit-2
Teaching Hours:15
Electronic and superconducting properties of materials
 

Electrons in a periodic lattice, Bloch theorem, Kronig-Penney model, Brillouin zones, extended, reduced and periodic zone scheme, effective mass of an electron, nearly free-electron model, tight- binding approximation (qualitative), band theory, classification of solids. Superconductivity: Critical temperature, Meissner effect, thermodynamics of super conducting transitions, origin of energy gap, high Tc superconductors, applications.London equation and penetration of magnetic field, Cooper pairs, and the BCS ground state (Qualitative). 

Unit-3
Teaching Hours:15
Dielectric and optical properties of materials
 

Introduction, dipole moment, polarization, the electric field of a dipole, local electric field at an atom, dielectric constant and its measurement, polarizability, Clausius-Mosotti equation, electronic polarizability, ionic polarizability, classical theory of electronic polarizability, dipolar polarizability. Langevin’s theory of dipolar polarizability.

Absorption processes, excess carriers and photoconductivity, photoelectric effect, photovoltaic effect, photoluminescence.     

Unit-4
Teaching Hours:15
Magnetic and ferroelectric properties of materials
 

Introduction, classification of magnetic materials, Langevin’s classical theory of diamagnetism, sources of paramagnetism, Langevin’s classical theory of paramagnetism, quantum theory of paramagnetism, ferromagnetism, Weiss molecular (exchange) field, temperature dependence of spontaneous magnetization, the physical origin of Weiss molecular field, ferromagnetic domains, domain theory, anti-ferromagnetism.

Ferroelectric solids: theory of ferro electricity, ferro electric domains and hysteresis, anti ferro electric materials, ferrielectric and piezo-electric solids.     

Text Books And Reference Books:

[1].  M. A. Wahab: Solid State Physics- Structure and properties of materials, Narosa Publishing House, New Delhi, 1999

[2].  J. R. Christman: Fundamentals of solid state physics, John Wiley and sons, New York, 1988.

Essential Reading / Recommended Reading

[1].  M. Ali Omar: Elementary solid state physics- Principles and applications, Addison- Wesley, 2000.

[2].  S. O. Pillai: Solid State physics, New Age International Limited Publishers, 1997.

[3].  H. P. Meyers: Introductory solid state physics, Taylor and Francis publishers, 1997.

 

Evaluation Pattern

Discussion with students during lecture hours with respect to concept questions to examine their fundamental understanding about the subject.

Class room tests are conducted for different levels of learning like (i) scientific knowledge of the subject (ii) descriptive writing to check their analytical skills (iii) problem solving sessions for testing their creative skills.

Student presentations and group discussion based on research publications based on the topics in the syllabus for promoting advanced learning.

MPH333 - ATOMIC, MOLECULAR AND LASER PHYSICS (2017 Batch)

Total Teaching Hours for Semester:60
No of Lecture Hours/Week:4
Max Marks:100
Credits:4

Course Objectives/Course Description

 

This module is intended to introduce various aspects of modern physics. The module includes the study of Atomic physics, Molecular structure and molecular spectra, Vibrations of diatomic molecules, Electronic structure and electronic spectra, Laser physics.

Course Outcome

Understand the Atomic and Molecular structure through electronic spectra, molecular spectra and Laser physics.

Unit-1
Teaching Hours:20
Atomic Physics
 

Brief review of early atomic models of Bohr and Sommerfield. One electron atom: Atomic orbitals, spectrum of hydrogen, Rydberg atoms, spin-orbit interaction and fine structure in alkali spectra. Equivalent and non-equivalent electrons. Zeeman effect, Paschen Back effect, Stark effect, Lamb shift in hydrogen (qualitative) Two electron atom: Ortho and para states, and role of Pauli exclusion principle, level schemes of two electron atoms. Many electron atoms: Central field approximation. LS and JJ coupling, multiplet splitting and Lande interval rule.

Unit-2
Teaching Hours:10
Microwave Spectroscopy
 

Diatomic molecules as a rigid rotor, rotational spectra of rigid and non-rigid rotors, intensity of rotational lines, types of rotor-linear, symmetric top, asymmetric top and spherical top molecules

Unit-3
Teaching Hours:15
Vibrational and Electronic Spectroscopy of Molecules
 

Diatomic molecules as simple harmonic oscillator, anharmonicity, Morse potential curve, vibrating rotator and spectra Electronic spectra of diatomic molecules, vibrational coarse structure: progressions, intensity of vibrational-electronic spectra: Franck Condon principle, dissociation energy, rotational fine structure of electronic-vibration transitions, Fortrat diagram, predissociation.

Unit-4
Teaching Hours:15
Lasers and Optical fibres
 

Lasers: Coherence of light, coherence of time, coherence length, types of coherence: temporal and spatial, population inversion techniques: electrical and optical pumping, building up of laser action, criteria for lasing, threshold conditions, He-Ne laser: energy level diagram, principle, construction and working. Applications.

Fibre Optics: Importance of fibre optics, fibre materials, Types of optical fibres: single mode and multimode with different refractive index profiles(qualitatively). Ray theory transmission- total internal reflection, acceptance angle, numerical aperture, transmission characteristics of optical fibres: attenuation and dispersion. optical fibre communication system (qualitative).

Text Books And Reference Books:
  1. C. N. Banwell: Fundamentals of molecular spectroscopy, TMH, 1994.
  2. B. H. Bransden and Joachain: Physics of atoms and molecules, Longman, 1983.
Essential Reading / Recommended Reading
  1. V. Rajendran and A. Marikani: Applied Physics, TMH publication, 4th Edn. 2002.
  2. P. F. Bernath: Spectra of atoms and molecules, Oxford University Press, 1995.
  3. P. W. Atkins: Molecular Quantum Mechanics, Oxford University Press, 1983.
  4. B. B. Laud: Lasers and Non-linear optics, Wiley- Eastern Ltd, 1991.
  5. A. Ghatak and Tyagarajan: Introduction to fibre optics, Cambridge University Press, 1999.
  6. H. Kaur: Spectroscopy, Pragati Prakashan, Meerut 2007.
Evaluation Pattern

Continuous internal assessment (CIA) forms 50% and the end semester examination forms the other 50% of the marks. CIA marks are awarded based on their performance in assignments (written material to be submitted and valued), mid-semester test (MST), and class assignments (Quiz, presentations, problem solving etc.). The mid-semester examination and the end semester examination for each theory paper will be for two and three hours duration respectively.

 

CIA 1

Assignment /quiz/ group task / presentations Before MST -- 10

CIA 2

Mid-Sem Test (Centralized) MST 2 hours(50 marks) 25

CIA 3

Assignment /quiz/ group task / presentations After MST -- 10

CIA 4

Attendance (76-79 = 1, 80-84 = 2, 85-89 = 3, 90-94 = 4, 95-100 = 5) -- 5

 

MPH341A - ELEMENTS OF MATERIALS SCIENCE (SPECIAL - I) (2017 Batch)

Total Teaching Hours for Semester:60
No of Lecture Hours/Week:4
Max Marks:100
Credits:4

Course Objectives/Course Description

 

This module is intended for the students to have an understanding of structure and defects in materials, diffusion in solids, phase transitions in solids and how these affect the properties. The students are also introduced to the various types of materials like polymers, ceramics, nanomaterials and composites. 

Course Outcome

The students will learn the physics behind materials, properties and applications.

Unit-1
Teaching Hours:15
Structure and Defects in Solids
 

Introduction, classification of materials, levels of structure, structure-property relationships. Fundamentals of crystal structures, FCC, BCC, HCP structures, close packed structures.

Imperfections in solids: point defects-vacancies and self-interstitials, Schottky and Frenkel defects, impurities in solids, specification of composition, linear defects (edge and screw dislocations), interfacial defects (external surfaces, grain boundaries, twin boundaries and stacking faults), volume defects, Burger vector, slip and glide motions of dislocations, Frank-Read mechanism, work hardening of metals.

Diffusion in solids: diffusion mechanisms, steady state diffusion, non steady state diffusion, error functions, applications.              

Unit-2
Teaching Hours:15
Phase Diagram and Phase Transformation
 

Alloy systems, structure of solid solutions, factors governing the solid solubility (Hume-Rothery’s rules for primary solid solution), inter-metallic compounds.

Phase diagram: solubility limits, phases, phase equilibrium, phase rule and applications, construction of unary phase diagrams, binary phase diagrams (interpretation of Pb-Sn, Cu-Ni phase diagrams), lever rule and applications, developments of microstructure.

Phase transformations: basic concepts, nucleation and growth, homogeneous and heterogeneous nucleation, surface and volume energies, growth rate, phase transformation in alloys, applications.

Unit-3
Teaching Hours:15
Polymers and Ceramic Materials
 

Polymers: introduction, hydrocarbon molecules, chemistry of polymer molecules, molecular weight, molecular shape, molecular structure, molecular configurations, thermoplastic and thermosetting polymers, co-polymers, crystallization, properties of polymers, types of polymers, mechanisms of polymerization, applications.

Ceramics: introduction, classification of ceramics, glasses, melting and glass transition, glass-ceramics, clay products, refractories, structure of ceramics, silicate ceramics, mechanical and thermal properties of ceramic phases, applications. 

Unit-4
Teaching Hours:15
Advanced Materials
 

Nanomaterials: concepts of nanomaterials, fullerenes, formation and characterization of fullerenes, types of carbon nanotubes: single wall, multi wall nanotubes, zig-zag, arm chair and helical nanotubes, electronic structure, mechanical, electrical, thermal, magnetic and optical properties of nanomaterials, semiconductor quantum dots, electron confinement, applications of nanomaterials.

Composite materials: introduction, types of composites: particle reinforced composite-large particle composites, fiber reinforced composites, structural composites, applications.    

Text Books And Reference Books:

[1] R. Balasubramaniam: Callister’s Materials Science and Engineering, Wiley, 2014.

[2] W. D. Callister Jr.: Material Science and Engineering, John Wiley & Sons, Inc., 2003.

[3] V. Raghavan: Material Science and Engineering, Prentice Hall of India, 2004.

[4] S.L.Kakani and A, Kakani: Material Science, New Age International Publishers, 2005

[5] T. Pradeep: Nano, The essentials – Understanding Nanoscience and Nanotechnology, Tata Mac Graw Hills, 2007.

Essential Reading / Recommended Reading

[1] S. K. HajaraChaudhary: Material Sciences and Process, Indian Book Distributing Co, 1985.

[2]  M.S. Vijaya, and G. Rangarajan, Materials Science, Tata McGraw-Hill, 2012.

[3] James F Shackelford and Madanapalli K Muralidhara, Introduction to Materials Science for Engineers, Pearson, Sixth Edition, 2009.

[4] R. Booker and E. Boysen: Nanotechnology, John Wiley & Sons, Inc., 2005.

[5] R. W. Cahn and H. Haasan: Physical Metallurgy Part I and II, North Holland, 1983.

[6] D. A. Porter and K. E. Easterling: Phase transformation in metals and alloys, Van Nostarnd Rcinhold Co, 1992.

[7] G. Schmid: Nanotechnology- Principles and fundamentals, Wiley-VCH, 2008.

 

Evaluation Pattern

Discussion with students during lecture hours with respect to concept questions to examine their fundamental understanding about the subject.

Class room tests are conducted for different levels of learning like (i) scientific knowledge of the subject (ii) descriptive writing to check their analytical skills (iii) problem solving sessions for testing their creative skills.

Student presentations and group discussion based on research publications based on the topics in the syllabus for promoting advanced learning.

MPH341B - ELECTRONIC INSTRUMENTATION (SPECIAL - I) (2017 Batch)

Total Teaching Hours for Semester:60
No of Lecture Hours/Week:4
Max Marks:100
Credits:4

Course Objectives/Course Description

 

This module introduces to the students some of the topics like transducers and data acquisition. The module includes working principle of different types of transducers, data acquisition, filters, signal conditioning and PC based instrumentation.

Course Outcome

Gain the knowledge of about the types of transducers, data acquisition, filters, signal conditioning and PC based instrumentation.

Unit-1
Teaching Hours:15
Transducers
 

Review on basic characteristics of measuring devices. Electrical transducer, Characteristics of a transducer. Variable inductance transducer, Variable capacitance transducer, variable resistance transducer, Hall effect devices, Digital transducers. Resistance strain gauge, Semiconductor strain gauge, Wheatstone's strain gauge circuit. Piezoelectric pressure transducer, Load cell, Electronic weighing system. Resistance type temperature sensors, Platinum resistance thermometer, Thermistor, Thermo-couple, flow measurement

Unit-2
Teaching Hours:15
Amplifiers & filters and Data Acquisition systems
 

Amplifiers & filters: Preamplifier, Instrumentation amplifiers, Isolation amplifiers, Passive and active filters – First order filter & Second order filter-Low pass filter, High pass filter, Band pass filter, band reject filter and narrow band reject filter, All pass filter, Pass reject filter, Frequency to voltage and voltage to frequency converters.

Unit-3
Teaching Hours:15
General purpose electronic test equipments
 

Cathode Ray Oscilloscopes. Digital voltmeters and multimeters, Electronic counters, AC millivoltmeter, Wave and spectrum analyzers. Signal generators – Wien bridge oscillator with amplitude control, Triangular and square wave generators, Function generator, Pulse generator, Noise generator, Frequency synthesiser. Regulated power supplies – CVCL, CVCC. Lock-in amplifier

Unit-4
Teaching Hours:15
Computer interfaced instrumentation
 

General form of PC based instrumentation system, Functional blocks of a data acquisition Data acquisition configurations. I/O ports in a computer system, Data acquisition using serial interfaces, serial connection formats, serial communication modes, serial interface standards (RS 232), GPIB, connection between two DTE, PC serial port. Features of USB, USB system, USB transfer, USB descriptors. Study of serial port communication (C program), data acquisition using serial port (MAX187ADC

Text Books And Reference Books:
  1. C. S. Rangan, G. R. Sharma, V. S. V. Mani: Instrumentation devices and systems, 2nd Edn, TMH publishing, New Delhi, 1997.
  2. N. Mathivanan: PC based instrumentation, PHI, 2007.
Essential Reading / Recommended Reading
  1. H. S. Kalsi: Electronic Instrumentation, TMH publishing Co. Ltd, 1997.
  2. D. Patranibis: Principles of Industrial Instrumentation, TMH publishing Co. Ltd., 1994.
  3. B.C. Nakra and K. K. Chaudhary: Instrumentation measurement analysis, 2004
Evaluation Pattern

No.

Component

Schedule

Duration

Marks

CIA 1

Mid-Sem Test (Centralized)

MST

2 hours(50 marks)

25

CIA 2

Assignment /quiz/ group task / presentations

Before MST

--

10

CIA 3

Assignment /quiz/ group task / presentations

After MST

--

10

CIA 4

Attendance

(76-79 = 1, 80-84 = 2, 85-89 = 3, 90-94 = 4, 95-100 = 5)

--

5

ESE

Centralized

3 hours(100 marks)

50

 

Total

100

MPH341C - INTRODUCTION TO ASTRONOMY AND ASTROPHYSICS (SPECIAL - I) (2017 Batch)

Total Teaching Hours for Semester:60
No of Lecture Hours/Week:4
Max Marks:100
Credits:4

Course Objectives/Course Description

 

This module introduces the students to the exciting filed of astrophysics. This covers the topics such as Fundamentals of Astrophysics, Astronomical Techniques, Sun & Solar system and Stellar Structure.

Course Outcome

Learn about Fundamentals of Astrophysics, Astronomical Techniques, Sun & Solar system and Stellar Structure.

Unit-1
Teaching Hours:15
Fundamentals of Astrophysics
 

Celestial Coordinate systems, Solar and Sidereal times, heliocentric corrections, Overview of major contents of universe, Black body radiation, specific intensity, flux density, luminosity, Magnitudes, distance modulus, Color index, Extinction, Color temperature, effective temperature, Brightness temperature, bolometric magnitude/luminosity, Excitation temperature, kinetic temperature, Binaries, variable stars, clusters, Laws of planetary motion, Motions and distances of stars, Statistical and moving cluster parallax, Velocity dispersion.

Unit-2
Teaching Hours:15
Astronomical Techniques
 

The spectra of stars - atomic, molecular, ionic etc., Boltzmann excitation formula, Saha's ionization formula, Various spectral broadening processes, Spectral sequence of stars, temperature sequence, Hertzsprung-Russell(HR) diagrams, Utility of stellar spectrum, spectral response, Johnson noise, signal to noise ratio, background, aberrations, telescopes at different wavelengths, detectors at different wavelengths, imaging, spectroscopy, polarimetry, calibration, atmospheric effects at different wavelengths, active/adaptive optics.

Unit-3
Teaching Hours:15
Sun & Solar system
 

The sun, helioseismology, convection, solar magnetism: flux tubes, sun spots, dynamo, solar cycle, chromosphere, corona, solar wind, physical processes in the solar system, dynamics of the solar system; physics of planetary atmospheres, individual planets; comets, asteroids, and other constituents of the solar system; extra-solar planets; formation of the solar system, stars and planets

Unit-4
Teaching Hours:15
Stellar Structure
 

Composition and equation of state, Hydrostatic equilibrium, mass conservation, Lane-Emden equation for polytropic stars and its physical solution, estimates of central pressure and temperature, radiation pressure, equation for energy generation and luminosity, equation of temperature gradient for radiative and convective equilibria, Schwarzschild criterion, stellar model building, boundary conditions, Vogt-Russell theorem, zero age main sequence, mass- luminosity relation

Text Books And Reference Books:
  1. M. Zeilik and S. A. Gregory: Introductory Astronomy and Astrophysics, Saunders College Publication, 1998.
  2. B. W. Carroll and D. A. Ostlie: An Introduction to Modern Astrophysics, Pearson Addison-Wesley, 2007.
  3. R. Bowers and T. Deeming: Astrophysics I & II, Bartlett, 1984,
  4. R. Kippenhahn, A. Weigert and A. Weiss: Stellar Structure and Evolution, 2nd Edn, Springer-Verlag, 1990.
Essential Reading / Recommended Reading
  1. J. P. Cox and R. T. Giuli: Principles of Stellar structure, Golden-Breah, 1968.
  2. M. Harwit: Astronomy Concepts, Springer-Verlag, 1988
  3. W. J. Kaufmann: Universe, W. H. Freeman and Company, 4th Edn.1994.
  4. K. F. Kuhn: Astronomy -A Journey into Science, West Publishing Company, 1989
  5. H. Zirin: Astrophysics of the Sun, CUP, 1988.
  6. P. V. Foukal: Solar Astrophysics, John Wiley, 1990.
Evaluation Pattern

 

CIA 1

Mid-Sem Test (Centralized)

MST

2 hours(50 marks)

25

CIA 2

Assignment /quiz/ group task / presentations

Before MST

--

10

CIA 3

Assignment /quiz/ group task / presentations

After MST

--

10

CIA 4

Attendance

(76-79 = 1, 80-84 = 2, 85-89 = 3, 90-94 = 4, 95-100 = 5)

--

5

ESE

Centralized

3 hours(100 marks)

50

 

Total

100

 

MPH351 - GENERAL PHYSICS - III (2017 Batch)

Total Teaching Hours for Semester:60
No of Lecture Hours/Week:4
Max Marks:100
Credits:2

Course Objectives/Course Description

 

Ten general experiments are included in Laboratory 5. The experiments are selected from nuclear physics, solid state physics and modern physics to introduce the equipments applications of the advanced areas in physics. 

Course Outcome

Experiments related to nuclear physics  will make students understand the interactions of radiations with matter. Experiments in solid state physics and modern physics will support their learning the basic papers.

Unit-1
Teaching Hours:60
General Physics - 3
 

1.        Study of nuclear counting statistics.

2.        Study of absorption of b particles in Al, range and end-point energy of b particles in Al.

3.        Study of g-ray spectrum of Cs-137 using gamma ray spectrometer (using SCA & MCA)

4.        Study of attenuation of g rays in lead using NaI(Tl) detector spectrometer.

5.        Study of Hall effect in semiconductors.

6.        Determination of Lande’s g-factor using ESR spectrometer.

7.        Study of emission spectrum of neon using constant deviation spectrograph.

8.        Study of vibrational band spectrum of aluminum oxide.

9.        Determination of magnetic susceptibility by Quinke’s method.

10.    Study of Zeeman effect- Determination of e/m for an electron.

11.    Analysis of NMR spectrum of 2-3 dibromopropionic acid. 

12.    Analysis of IR spectrum of Benzaldehyde.

Text Books And Reference Books:

Reccomented reading:

1.  G. Aruldhas: Molecular Structure and Spectroscopy, PHI, New Delhi, 2001.

2.  C. P. Slitcher: Principles of magnetic resonance, Springer Verlag, 1980.

3. B. P. Straughan and S. Walker: Spectroscopy, Vol. 1. Chapman and Hall, 1976.

Essential Reading / Recommended Reading

Essential reading:

1.    S. N. Goshal: Nuclear Physics, 2nd Edn, S. Chand and Co, 2005.

2.    S. S. Kapoor and V. S. Ramamoorthy: Radiation Detectors, Wiley Eastern, 1986.

3.  G. F. Knoll: Radiation Detection and Measurement, 2nd Edn, John Wiley, 1989.

Evaluation Pattern

Pre-lab sessions by conducting student seminar based on each experiment.

Performing experiment, taking readings, calculations, submission of results.

Conducting viva voice, asking questions to the students pertaining to the experiment followed by group disscussion.

MPH352A - MATERIAL SIENCE - I (2017 Batch)

Total Teaching Hours for Semester:60
No of Lecture Hours/Week:4
Max Marks:100
Credits:2

Course Objectives/Course Description

 

This paper is intended to provide importance to the basic principles, theory and experimental details for understanding the structure, properties and applications of materials. Ten experiments are included to cover Laboratory-6, Materials Science-I

Course Outcome

Students will do  experiments to learn about structure through diffraction X-ray diffraction experiments. Other experiments will make them understand the properties of crystalline materials.

Unit-1
Teaching Hours:40
Materials Science-I
 

1.      Recording and analysis of Au X-ray photograph by Debye-Scherrer method

2.      Recording and analysis of Tungsten X-ray photograph by Debye-Scherrer method

3.      Recording and analysis of Cu X-ray photograph by Debye-Scherrer method

4.      Measurement of density of Urea and KCl crystals by floatation method

5.      Determination of ratio of crystallographic axes of a crystal by optical method

6.      Analysis of single crystal rotation photograph of NaCl

7.      Analysis of powder diffractogram of NaCl

8.      Study of variation of dielectric constant with temperature-ferroelectric sample

9.      Activation energy of point defects

10.  Study of thermal expansion of a crystal by optical interference method

Text Books And Reference Books:

[1]  B. D. Cullity and S. R. Stock: Elements of X-ray diffraction, Prentice Hall, New Jersey 2001.

[2]  L. H. Van Vlack: Elements of materials science and engineering, Addison Wesley, New York 1989.

Essential Reading / Recommended Reading

[1    K. M. Ralls, T. H. Courtney and J. Wulff: An introduction to materials science and engineering, John Wiley & Sons, New Delhi 2011.

[2]  J. C. Anderson, K. D. Leaver, J. M. Alexander and R. D. Rawlings: Materials science, Nelson, London 1974.

[3]  V. Raghavan: Materials science and engineering, PHI Learning Private Limited, New Delhi 2004.

[4] W. D. Callister: Materials science and engineering an introduction, John Wiley & Sons, New York 1994.

[5]  M. A. Omar: Elementary solid state physics- Principles and applications, Addison- Wesley, 2000.

Evaluation Pattern

Pre-lab sessions by conducting student seminar based on each experiment.

Performing experiment, taking readings, calculations, submission of results.

Enhancing practical skills based on software.

Conducting viva voice, asking questions to the students pertaining to the experiment followed by group disscussion.

 

MPH352B - ELECTRONICS - I (2017 Batch)

Total Teaching Hours for Semester:60
No of Lecture Hours/Week:4
Max Marks:100
Credits:2

Course Objectives/Course Description

 

This lab module makes the students familiar with the design and working electronic instruments employed for measurement of various physical parameters in a laboratory environment.

Course Outcome

Students get hands-on experience on electronic instruments employed for measurement of various physical parameters in a laboratory

Unit-1
Teaching Hours:60
MPH352b: Laboratory 6, Electronics- I
 

1.      Random access memory (RAM)-Using IC 54/7489

2.      Analog to Digital conversion (ADC) using AD ADC 0804

3.      Digital to Analog converter (DAC) -by IC MC1408 and current to voltage converter.

4.      Instrumentation amplifier –Using OP-AMP and Transducer bridge

5.      Multiplexer and Demultiplexer-( IC 74151,IC74138)

6.      Encoder and Priority encoder- (IC74148 and IC74147)

7.      Decoder and seven segment display- (IC 74LX138 and IC7447)

8.      Adjustable voltage and current regulator using LM317

9.      Dual voltage regulator using 78XX and 79XX and bridge rectifier

10.  Experiments with Phase sensitive detector-Mutual inductance of a coil and low resistance of copper

11.  Interfacing of an ADC to a COM port

12.  Calibration of a thermocouple

Text Books And Reference Books:
  1. C. S. Rangan, G. R. Sharma, V. S. V. Mani: Instrumentation devices and systems, 2nd Edn, TMH publishing, New Delhi, 1997.
  2. N. Mathivanan: PC based instrumentation, PHI, 2007.
Essential Reading / Recommended Reading
  1. H. S. Kalsi: Electronic Instrumentation, TMH publishing Co. Ltd, 1997.
  2. D. Patranibis: Principles of Industrial Instrumentation, TMH publishing Co. Ltd., 1994.
  3. B. C. Nakra and K. K. Chaudhary: Instrumentation measurement analysis, 2004
Evaluation Pattern

No.

Component

Duration

Points

Marks

CIA 1

Mid-Sem Test [MST]

4 hours

50

25

CIA 2

Class work, Prelab Assignments

---

40

20

CIA 3

Record book

---

10

05

ESE

(Two examiners)

4 Hours

50

50

 

Total

 

 

100

MPH352C - ASTROPHYSICS - I (2017 Batch)

Total Teaching Hours for Semester:60
No of Lecture Hours/Week:4
Max Marks:100
Credits:2

Course Objectives/Course Description

 

This module introduces the students to the exciting filed of astrophysics. This covers the topics such as Fundamentals of Astrophysics, Astronomical Techniques, Sun & Solar system and Stellar Structure.

Course Outcome

Students will get the familiarity about fundamentals of Astrophysical techniques by doing about ten expriments and excercises. 

Unit-1
Teaching Hours:60
Cycle 1
 

1. Pleidaes cluster distance

2. Globular cluster mass

3. Characteristics of a telescope

4. Classification of Stellar Spectra

5. Hydes cluster distance

6. Equivalent width of a spectral line

7. Mass of Jupiter from its moons periods

8. Photometric data analysis

9. Masses of binary stars

10. Characteristics of a CCD Camera

11. Proper motion of stars

12. Moon‟s distance by parallax method

13. Polarization of day/moon light

14. Orbital plane of moon

15. Numerical integration and Stefan‟s constant

Additonal experiments

1. Extinction coefficient of Earth‟s atmosphere using Vainu Bappu Observatory, Kavalur Telescopes

2. Photometry of Variable stars using CREST Telescope Facility, Hoskote

3. Spectroscopic studies of stars and Galaxies using 2 Meter Telescope of IUCAA, Pune

Text Books And Reference Books:
  1. M. Zeilik and S. A. Gregory: Introductory Astronomy and Astrophysics, Saunders College Publication, 1998.
  2. B. W. Carroll and D. A. Ostlie: An Introduction to Modern Astrophysics, Pearson Addison-Wesley, 2007.
  3. R. Bowers and T. Deeming: Astrophysics I & II, Bartlett, 1984,
  4. R. Kippenhahn, A. Weigert and A. Weiss: Stellar Structure and Evolution, 2nd Edn, Springer-Verlag, 1990.
Essential Reading / Recommended Reading
  1. J. P. Cox and R. T. Giuli: Principles of Stellar structure, Golden-Breah, 1968.
  2. M. Harwit: Astronomy Concepts, Springer-Verlag, 1988
  3. W. J. Kaufmann: Universe, W. H. Freeman and Company, 4th Edn.1994.
  4. K. F. Kuhn: Astronomy -A Journey into Science, West Publishing Company, 1989
  5. H. Zirin: Astrophysics of the Sun, CUP, 1988.
  6. P. V. Foukal: Solar Astrophysics, John Wiley, 1990.
Evaluation Pattern

 

No.

Component

Duration

Points

Marks

CIA 1

Mid-Sem Test [MST]

4 hours

50

25

CIA 2

Class work, Prelab Assignments

---

40

20

CIA 3

Record book

---

10

05

ESE

(Two examiners)

4 Hours

50

50

 

Total

 

 

100

 

MPH431 - NON-CONVENTIONAL ENERGY RESOURCES (2017 Batch)

Total Teaching Hours for Semester:60
No of Lecture Hours/Week:4
Max Marks:100
Credits:4

Course Objectives/Course Description

 

This module makes the students familiar with the importance of Energy resources in daily life. The first few sessions will be used to make the students familiar with the conventional energy resources. The important energy sources like solar energy, wind energy, biomass etc and sufficient way to tap these sources are discussed. Advancement in the field like different type of fuel cell and hydrogen as an energy source is also highlighted.

Course Outcome

Students will learn about conventional energy resources- important energy sources like solar energy, wind energy, biomass, advancement in the field like different type of fuel cell and hydrogen as an energy source.

Unit-1
Teaching Hours:15
Solar Energy
 

Review of energy resources, solar energy estimation of intensity of terrestrial radiation, solar radiation on inclined plane surface, estimation of monthly average, daily total radiation and diffused radiation on horizontal surface, solar collectors. Flat plate collector- compound & cylindrical parabolic concentrators- Solar water heater- solar passive space heating & cooling systems, solar cell characteristics, solar cell module, panel and array construction, applications solar cooker & furnaces, solar greenhouse. Solar thermo-mechanical systems- thermal water pump- vapour compression refrigerators.

Unit-2
Teaching Hours:15
Wind and Ocean Energy
 

Origin of winds, Factors affecting wind energy, Nature of winds, Variation of wind speed with height. Wind turbine, Energy available in wind- power extraction- Axial thrust or turbine, Torque developed by turbine, Dynamic matching for maximum power extraction. Wind turbine operation and power versus wind speed characteristics, Wind energy Conversion Systems- Fixed speed drive scheme- Variable speed drive scheme, Major applications of wind power, Wind-Diesel hybrid system. Tidal Energy-range power-tidal energy conversion schemes. Wave energy-Power in waves. Ocean Thermal Energy-OTEC.

Unit-3
Teaching Hours:15
Biomass and geo-thermal energy
 

Biofuels. Biomass resources-Biomass conversion Technologies. Urban waste to energy conversion. Biomass gasification. Biomass to Ethanol production. Biogas from waste Biomass. Biogas plants and operational parameters-Constant pressure and constant volume type Biogas plants-Comparison. Landfill reactors. Origin and distribution of Geothermal energy. Types of Geothermal resources. Hydro-thermal resources-dry steam system-wet steam system. Geopressured resources- hot dry rock resources-magma resources-exploration and development of geothermal resources, Environmental aspects.

Unit-4
Teaching Hours:15
Emerging trends in Renewable Energy Sources.
 

Fuel cell- Classification of fuel cells –Phosphoric acid Fuel cell (PAFC), Alkaline Fuel Cell(AFC) –Solid polymer Fuel cell(SPFC) Molten carbonate Fuel cell(MCFC) Solid oxide Fuel cell (SOFC) FUEL for FUEL cells-efficiency of a fuel cell- V-I characteristics of Fuel cell. Chemical polarization- resistance polarization- concentration polarization- Fuel cell power plant hydrogen energy- production- storage conversion to energy sources and safety issues, Magneto Hydrodynamic (MHD) power conversion, MHD generator- MHD system- Thermal electric power conversion, Thermo electric power generator. Methanol and Hydrogen fuel cells.

Text Books And Reference Books:
  1. B. H. Khan: Non-conventional energy resources, TMH publishing, New Delhi2006.
  2. G. D. Rai: Non-conventional energy sources, 4th Edn, Khanna Publishers, 2000.
Essential Reading / Recommended Reading
  1. S. Rao and B. B. Parulekar: Energy Technology, Non-Conventional, Renewable and Conventional, 3rd Edn, Khanna Publications, 1999.
  2. B. R. Gupta: Generation of electrical energy, Eurasia Publishing House, 1998.
Evaluation Pattern

No.

Component

Schedule

Duration

Marks

CIA 1

Mid-Sem Test (Centralized)

MST

2 hours(50 marks)

25

CIA 2

Assignment /quiz/ group task / presentations

Before MST

--

10

CIA 3

Assignment /quiz/ group task / presentations

After MST

--

10

CIA 4

Attendance

(76-79 = 1, 80-84 = 2, 85-89 = 3, 90-94 = 4, 95-100 = 5)

--

5

ESE

Centralized

3 hours(100 marks)

50

 

Total

100

MPH432 - SPECTROSCOPIC TECHNIQUES (2017 Batch)

Total Teaching Hours for Semester:60
No of Lecture Hours/Week:4
Max Marks:100
Credits:4

Course Objectives/Course Description

 

This module introduces the students to Nuclear magnetic resonance spectroscopy, Electron spin resonance spectroscopy, nuclear quadruple resonance spectroscopy, Mossbauer spectroscopy, and Raman spectroscopy.

Course Outcome

Students learn the various spectroscopic techniques useful in the materials characterization.  They will have the knowledge of the advantages and limitations of the spectroscopic techniques.

Unit-1
Teaching Hours:15
NMR Spectroscopy
 

Nuclear Magnetic Resonance Magnetic properties of nuclei, Resonance condition, NMR experimental techniques and various methods of observing nuclear resonance in bulk materials viz., (i) wide line/ continuous wave NMR (ii) Pulsed NMR and (iii) FT NMR (brief discussion), nuclear spin- lattice and spin –spin relaxation processes, Chemical shift, indirect spin-spin interaction, high resolution Hamiltonian, matrix elements of high resolution Hamiltonian, NMR spectrum of spin ½ AB system, NMR spectra of solids- broadening of NMR absorption and dipolar broadening, Magic angle spinning NMR, applications of NMR spectroscopy.

Unit-2
Teaching Hours:15
Electron Spin Resonance Spectroscopy
 

Principle of ESR, total Hamiltonian, hyperfine structure, ESR spectra of systems with spin 1/2 and spin 3/2 nucleus, ESR spectra of free radicals in solution, anisotropic systems, anisotropy of g-factor, ESR of triplet state molecules, EPR of transition metal ions (general discussion), ESR spectrometer (block diagram level).

Unit-3
Teaching Hours:15
NQR and Mossbauer Spectroscopy
 

Nuclear Quadrupole Resonance: The quadrupole nucleus, origin of quadruple moment, principle of nuclear quadrupole resonance, transitions for axially symmetric systems, transitions for non-axially symmetric systems, NQR instrumentation, halogen quadrupole resonance, quadrupole resonance of minerals, nitrogen quadrupole resonance. Mossbauer Spectroscopy: Recoilless emission and absorption of gamma rays, experimental techniques, isomer shift, quadrupole interaction, magnetic hyperfine interaction, Applications.

Unit-4
Teaching Hours:15
Raman Spectroscopy
 

Theory of Raman scattering, rotational Raman spectra- Linear and symmetric top molecules- vibrational Raman spectra- Mutual exclusion principle, Raman spectrometer, polarization and Raman scattered light, structure determination from Raman and IR spectroscopy, Raman investigation of phase transitions, proton conduction in solids-Raman spectral study, Resonance Raman scattering.

Text Books And Reference Books:
  1. B. P. Straughan and S. Walker: Spectroscopy, Vol. 1. Chapman and Hall, 1976.
  2. R. Chang: Basic Principles of Spectroscopy, McGraw Hill Kogakusha Ltd. 1971.
  3. G. Aruldhas: Molecular Structure and Spectroscopy, Prentice-Hall of India, New Delhi, 2001.
Essential Reading / Recommended Reading
  1. C. P. Slitcher: Principles of magnetic resonance, Springer Verlag, 1980.
  2. G. K. Wathaim: Mossbauer effect- Principles and Applications, Academic Press, 1964.
  3. L. N. B. Colthup, L. H. Daly and S. E. Wiberley: Introduction to IR and Raman Spectroscopy, Academic Press, 1964.
  4. M. Chand: Atomic structure and Chemical bon- including molecular spectroscopy, II Edn., Tata McGraw Hill, 1967.
  5. V. G. Bhide: Mössbauer Effect and its Applications, TMH publishing, 1973.
  6. S. L. Guptha, V. Kumar and R. C. Sharma: Elements of Spectroscopy, Pragati Prakashan, 2013.
Evaluation Pattern

CIA I & III carries 20 marks, mid-semester examination 25 marks and End-semester examination 50 marks.

MPH441A - SYNTHESIS OF MATERIALS (2017 Batch)

Total Teaching Hours for Semester:60
No of Lecture Hours/Week:4
Max Marks:100
Credits:4

Course Objectives/Course Description

 

This module introduces the students to various mechanical, physical and chemical methods for the synthesis of materials like single crystals, bulk materials, thin films and nanomaterials. 

Course Outcome

Students learn about various mechanical, physical and chemical methods for the synthesis of materials like single crystals, bulk materials, thin films and nanomaterials.

Unit-1
Teaching Hours:15
Synthesis of Bulk Materials
 

Powder metallurgy: definition and concepts, applications, advantages and limitations, powder metallurgy process, characteristics of metal powders, production of metal powders, blending and mixing of powder, compacting, presintering and sintering, hot pressing, secondary operations, products of powder metallurgy. Processing of metals, polymers, ceramics, composites and glasses, application of bulk materials.

Unit-2
Teaching Hours:15
Crystal Growth Technology
 

Crystal growth: Importance of growing single crystals, principles of crystal growth, thermodynamic theory of crystal growth, Gibb’s Thomson equation for vapour, modified Thomson equation for melt and solution. 

Growth from the melt: Czocharalski crystal pulling (CZ), Bridgman-Stockbarger technique, zone melting, advantages and disadvantages, vapour growth: PVD, CVD and CVT, solution growth: low temperature solution growth, factors affecting solution growth, methods of crystallization, high temperature solution growth, flux growth, hydrothermal growth, applications of single crystals.

Unit-3
Teaching Hours:15
Thin Film Deposition Technology
 

Introduction, evaporation methods: thermal evaporation, flash evaporation, arc evaporation, laser evaporation, resistive heating, RF heating, electron bombardment heating, cathodic sputtering, glow discharge sputtering, reactive sputtering, sputtering of multicomponent materials.

Chemical methods: introduction, electrodeposition, electrolytic deposition: electroless deposition, anodic oxidation, chemical vapour deposition of thin films, thermal decomposition.

Vacuum deposition apparatus, vacuum systems, rotary pump, diffusion pump, pirani and penning gauges, substrate deposition technology, applications of thin films.

Unit-4
Teaching Hours:15
Synthesis of Nanomaterials
 

Physical  methods: mechanical  methods- high  energy  ball  milling,  melt  mixing, evaporation methods- physical vapour deposition with  consolidation,  ionized  cluster  beam  deposition,  laser vapourization, laser pyrolysis, sputter deposition (dc and rf), magnetron sputtering, chemical vapour deposition of nanomaterials, electric arc deposition, ion implantation technique, Molecular beam epitaxy. 

Chemical  methods: colloids  in  solutions- interactions  of  colloids  and  medium,  effect  of charges on colloids, synthesis of colloids, LaMer diagram, synthesis of metal and semiconductor nanoparticles by colloidal route, L-B method, sol-gel method, advantages.       

Nanolithography: introduction, lithography using photons (UV-Vis; lasers or X-rays), lithography using particle beams, Scanning probe lithography, soft lithography.            

Text Books And Reference Books:

[1] H. J. Scheel and Peter Capper: Crystal Growth Technology, Wiley-VCH, 2008.

[2] P. SanthanaRaghavan and P. Ramasamy: Crystal growth- Processes and Methods, K.  

      R. U. publications, 2000.

[3] S. K. HajaraChaudhary: Material Sciences and Process, Indian Book Distributing Co,

     1985.

[4] K. L. Chopra: Thin Film Phenomenon, McGraw Hill, 1969.

[5] T. Pradeep: Nano, The essentials – Understanding Nanoscience and Nanotechnology,

     Tata Mac Graw Hills, 2007.

[6] O. P. Khanna: A textbook of Material Science and Metallurgy, DhanpatRai& Sons, 1994.

Essential Reading / Recommended Reading

[1] Joy George: Preparation of Thin Films, Marcel Dekker, Inc, 1992.

[2] Maissel and R. Glang: Hand Book of Thin Film Technology, McGraw Hill, 1969.

[3] M. Ohring: The Material Science of Thin Films, Academic Press, 1972.

[4] S. K. Kulkarni, Nanotechnology: Principles and practices, Capital Publishing Company,

     2007.

[5] G. Hodes: Chemical Solution Deposition of semiconductor Films, Marcel Dekker Inc, 2008.

[6] J. F. Shackelford and M. K. Murlidhara: Introduction to Materials Science for Engineers,

      Macmillan Publishing Co., 1985.

[7] T. Pradeep: A Textbook of Nanoscience and Nanotechnology, Tata McGraw Hill Education

      Pvt. Ltd, 2012.

Evaluation Pattern

Discussion with students during lecture hours with respect to concept questions to examine their fundamental understanding about the subject.

Class room tests are conducted for different levels of learning like (i) scientific knowledge of the subject (ii) descriptive writing to check their analytical skills (iii) problem solving sessions for testing their creative skills.

Student presentations and group discussion based on research publications based on the topics in the syllabus for promoting advanced learning.

MPH441B - PHYSICS OF SEMICONDUCTOR DEVICES (SPECIAL-II) (2017 Batch)

Total Teaching Hours for Semester:60
No of Lecture Hours/Week:4
Max Marks:100
Credits:4

Course Objectives/Course Description

 

This module introduces to the students some of the topics like semiconductor and semiconductor devices. The module includes working principle of different types of semiconductor devices, transistors, memory devices, negative resistance devices and photo voltaic devices.

Course Outcome

Students learn about working principle of different types of semiconductor devices, transistors, memory devices, negative resistance devices and photo voltaic devices.

Unit-1
Teaching Hours:15
Semiconductor physics
 

Review of semiconductors-Intrinsic carrier concentration, donors and acceptors, Non degenerate semiconductor, Degenerate semiconductor. Carrier transport phenomena-carrier drift, resistivity, Hall Effect, carrier diffusion-Einstein relation. Current density equations. Generation and Recombination process-direct recombination-Indirect recombination-surface recombination-Auger recombination. Continuity equation. Tunneling process, High field effects.

Unit-2
Teaching Hours:15
Semiconductor devices
 

Pn junction-thermal equilibrium condition, Depletion region-Abrupt junction-Linearly graded junction. Depletion capacitance -Capacitance-voltage characteristics. Varactor. Current-voltage characteristics. Charge storage and transient behavior-Minority-carrier storage-diffusion capacitance-transient behavior. Junction breakdown-Tunneling effect-Avalanche multiplication. Bipolar transistor- transistor action- Current gain. Static characteristics of bipolar transistor-carrier distribution in each region. Ideal Transistor currents for active mode operation. I-V characteristics of common-base and common-emitter configurations. Frequency response, Thyristor– Basic characteristics. Applications.

Unit-3
Teaching Hours:15
MOSFET and Related devices
 

MOS Diode- Surface depletion region-energy band diagrams and charge distributions. MOS memory structures-DRAM-SRAM-Nonvolatile Memory, Charge coupled devices. MOSFET-characteristics-Types of MOSFET. Applications. Metal-Semiconductor contacts- Schottky Barrier. Ohmiccontact. MESFET-Principle of operation I-V characteristics. Applications High frequency performance. MODFET fundamentals, I-V characteristics. Applications.

Unit-4
Teaching Hours:15
Microwave and Photonic devices
 

Tunnel diode-Characteristics. IMPATT diode- static and dynamic characteristics. Applications. BARRIT and TRAPATT. Applications. Transferred- electron devices-Gunn diode-negative differential resistance. Application Photonic devices-Light emitting diodes-Orangic LED, Visible LED, Infrared LED. SemiconductorLaser-Laseroperation.Photodetector- Photoconductor- photodiode-Avalanche photo diode. Solar cell-characteristics-maximum output power-efficiency. Applications.

Text Books And Reference Books:
  1. S. M. Sze: Semiconductor devices, Physics and Technology, 2nd Edn, John Wiley,2002.
Essential Reading / Recommended Reading
  1. B. G. Streetman: Solid state electronic devices, 3rd Edn, PHI, 2000.
  2. M. S. Tyagi: Introduction to Semiconductor materials and devices, John Wiley, 2000.
  3. D. K. Roy: Physics of semiconductor devices, Universities Press, 2002.
Evaluation Pattern

 

No.

Component

Schedule

Duration

Marks

CIA 1

Mid-Sem Test (Centralized)

MST

2 hours(50 marks)

25

CIA 2

Assignment /quiz/ group task / presentations

Before MST

--

10

CIA 3

Assignment /quiz/ group task / presentations

After MST

--

10

CIA 4

Attendance

(76-79 = 1, 80-84 = 2, 85-89 = 3, 90-94 = 4, 95-100 = 5)

--

5

ESE

Centralized

3 hours(100 marks)

50

 

Total

100

 

MPH441C - STELLAR ASTROPHYSICS (2017 Batch)

Total Teaching Hours for Semester:60
No of Lecture Hours/Week:4
Max Marks:100
Credits:4

Course Objectives/Course Description

 

This module introduces the students with the advanced topics in Astrophysics. Stellar Atmospheres, Stellar Evolution, Interstellar Medium and Interstellar Dust & Interstellar Extinction.

Course Outcome

Students get familiarized with the advanced topics in Astrophysics such as Stellar Atmospheres, Stellar Evolution, Interstellar Medium and Interstellar Dust & Interstellar Extinction.

Unit-1
Teaching Hours:15
Stellar Atmospheres
 

Radiation field parameters - intensity, flux, energy density, radiation pressure, application to black body radiation as example of isotropic radiation, equation of radiative transfer and its general solution, emergent radiation in stellar atmosphere, atmospheric extinction, optical depth and photon mean free path, photon diffusion in solar interior, expression for radiative temperature gradient in stellar interior, Eddington approximation, limb darkening, temperature-optical depth relation, Eddington-Barbier relation

Unit-2
Teaching Hours:15
Interstellar Medium
 

Overview of the ISM, Types of interstellar media, Physical description of the ISM (various equilibria), Models of the ISM, Heating & cooling mechanisms, Thermal stability & equilibrium (2-phase models). Neutral atomic gas (HI regions): Interstellar UV & Visible absorption line observations, Radiative transfer in Lines & Line formation, line broadening mechanisms, Equivalent width, Interstellar HI Lyman absorption lines, Gas-phase abundance of metals, 21cm hydrogen line, 21cm line formation in absorption & emission. Stromgren sphere, Ionized gas (HII regions) & the physical processes.

Unit-3
Teaching Hours:15
Interstellar dust and extinction
 

Interstellar clouds- H2 molecules, CO and other tracer molecules. H2 formation and destruction mechanisms, self-shielding. Radiative transfer for mm-wavelength transitions, Critical density & molecular line “visibility”, Column density of neutral (HI) & molecular hydrogen (H2), UV Lyman-Werner bands, Near-Infrared Vibrational-Rotational emission lines, Excitation diagrams. Interstellar reddening, Extinction curve, Interstellar grains, Optical/material properties of dust grains, Basic grain parameters, Optical depth & albedo, Physical properties of dust grains- materials, shapes & sizes, Grain mixture models, Grain formation & destruction, Interstellar polarization, Equilibrium heating of large grain, Dust mass estimates, Non-equilibrium heating of tiny grains, observed elemental depletion patterns. Implications for grain composition. Correlation between extinction and hydrogen column density

Unit-4
Teaching Hours:15
Stellar Evolution
 

Formation of proto stars, Jean‟s mass and Jean‟s length, homologous collapse, fragmentation, star formation in galaxies, the virial theorem, pre-main sequence evolution, time scales, main sequence evolution, late stages of stellar evolution, fate of massive stars, discovery of Sirius-B, white dwarfs (WDs), Quantum mechanics of degenerate matter; Mass-radius relation for low mass WDs, Chandrasekhar limit, cooling of WD, Mass-radius relation for neutron stars, pulsars, crab nebula pulsar, Stellar and super massive black holes.

Text Books And Reference Books:

[1]. B. W. Carroll and D. A. Ostlie: An Introduction to Modern Astrophysics, 2nd Edn, Pearson Addison-Wesley, 2007.

[2]. R. Bowers and T. Deeming: Astrophysics I & II, Bartlett, 1984,

Essential Reading / Recommended Reading

[1]. B. W. Carroll and D. A. Ostlie: An Introduction to Modern Astrophysics, 2nd Edn, Pearson Addison-Wesley, 2007.

[2]. R. Bowers and T. Deeming: Astrophysics I & II, Bartlett, 1984,

Evaluation Pattern

 

CIA 1

Mid-Sem Test (Centralized)

MST

2 hours(50 marks)

25

CIA 2

Assignment /quiz/ group task / presentations

Before MST

--

10

CIA 3

Assignment /quiz/ group task / presentations

After MST

--

10

CIA 4

Attendance

(76-79 = 1, 80-84 = 2, 85-89 = 3, 90-94 = 4, 95-100 = 5)

--

5

ESE

Centralized

3 hours(100 marks)

50

 

Total

100

 

MPH442A - CHARACTERIZATION OF MATERIALS (2017 Batch)

Total Teaching Hours for Semester:60
No of Lecture Hours/Week:4
Max Marks:100
Credits:4

Course Objectives/Course Description

 

This module introduces the students to the various  structural, thermal, electrical, magnetic and optical characterization techniques for materials. 

Course Outcome

 After successful completion of the course the students will be equipped with an overall knowledge of the materials characterization methods based on chemical, structural, thermal and microscopic techniques.  They will have the knowledge of the advantages and limitations of each of the characterization techniques.

Unit-1
Teaching Hours:15
Chemical and Thermal characterization
 

Surface spectroscopy:Importance, Basic principles of  X-ray photoelectron spectroscopy, Auger electron spectroscopy, loss spectroscopy, absorption and desorption, different energy analysis. Energy dispersive X-ray spectroscopy (EDS): principle, instrumentation, sample analysis, limitations.

Thermal characterization methods- Differential scanning calorimetry, and Differential thermal analysis-working principles, experimental aspects, Measurement of temperature and enthalpy change, Applications. Thermogravimetric analysis-instrumentation, experimental aspects, interpretation of thermogravimetric curves, applications.       

Unit-2
Teaching Hours:15
Electrical and Magnetic characterization
 

 

Review of metals, semiconductors and insulators based on band structure. Origin of bandgap in a periodic crystal. Semiconductors: number density, mobility and variation with temperature. Ohm's law. Electrical properties and their measurements: four-probe, van derPauw method, I-V, C-V and doping profiles, Hall effect and magnetoresistance (DC and AC conductivities in magnetic fields). Review of Para magnetism, diamagnetism and Ferromagnetism. Susceptibility and Curie-Weiss law. Measurement of magnetism using VSM, Squid. Superconducting magnets. Faraday effect, magneto-optical Kerr effect.

Unit-3
Teaching Hours:15
Structural characterization
 

X-ray diffraction:Crystalline state, X-ray diffraction process, preliminary discussion and single crystal pattern, and their information content, structure and structure factor determination, particle size determination, crystallography by diffraction of radiations other than X-ray, application of X-ray diffraction measurement and analysis.

Film thickness measurements:Importance, Quartz crystal oscillator, Stylus (Talye Step) method, Gravimetric (weight difference) method, Fizeau fringe Technique, Reflectance spectroscopy.                                                                                                        

Unit-4
Teaching Hours:15
Optical characterization
 

UV-Vis-IR spectroscopy:Theory of electronic spectroscopy-orbital’s involved in electronic transitions, laws of light absorption,-Beer’s and Lamberts law, Instrumentation, UV-spectrophotometer, sample and reference cells, application of UV-Vis spectroscopy, Band gap determination (Direct , Indirect).

Pump probe and ultra-fast spectroscopy (qualitative).

Microscopic techniquesElectron lenses, factors limiting the performance of electromagnetic lenses, Scanning electron microscopy (SEM), Transmission electron   microscopy (TEM).

Atomic force microscopy(AFM):Operating principle, Different operating modes: Contact, tapping, non-contact, forces between the tips and surfaces, limitations of AFM.     

Text Books And Reference Books:

1.   B. D. Cullity and S. R. Stock: Elements of X-ray diffraction, Prentice Hall, 2001.

2.   C. R. Brundle, C. A. Evans Jr. and S. Wilson: Encyclopedia of Materials Characterization-Surface, Interfaces, Thin Films, Butterworth-Heinemann, USA, 1992.

3.   D. B. Holt, and D. C. Joy: SEM Characterization of semiconductors, Academic Press, New Delhi, 1989.

4.   N. Banwell: Fundamental of molecular spectroscopy, TMH, New Delhi, 1994.

 

5.   K. Dieter: Schroder, Semiconductor Material and Device Characterization, Wiley-IEE Press, 2006.

Essential Reading / Recommended Reading

1.   J. A. Swift: Electron Microscopes, Kogan Page, 1970.

2.   A. D. Krawitz: Introduction to Diffraction in Materials Science and Engineering, John Willey and Sons Inc, 2001.

 

3.   R. Blanchard: Atomic Force Microscopy, The Chemical Educator, Vol. 1, No. 5, 1-8, 1996.

Evaluation Pattern

CIA I & III carries 20 marks, mid-semester examination caries 25 marks and End semester examination carries 50 marks. 

MPH442B - ELECTRONIC COMMUNICATION (2017 Batch)

Total Teaching Hours for Semester:60
No of Lecture Hours/Week:4
Max Marks:100
Credits:4

Course Objectives/Course Description

 

This module introduces to the students some of the topics like angle modulation and digital modulation. The module includes amplitude modulation, frequency modulation, pulse modulation, receivers, transmitters etc.

Course Outcome

Students will learn about various aspects of modulation such as angle modulation, digital modulation, amplitude modulation, frequency modulation, pulse modulation, receivers, transmitters etc.

Unit-1
Teaching Hours:15
Amplitude modulation, Frequency modulation
 

Review on amplitude modulation, frequency spectrum, representation of am. Power radiation in the am wave. Generation of AM, Modulated transistor amplifiers. AM transmitter (block diagram), Single sideband techniques, Suppression of carrier, The balanced modulator, Suppression of side band filter method and phase shift method. Frequency modulation, Mathematical representation of FM, Frequency spectrum of FM wave. FM transmitter (block diagram), Phase modulation, Intersystem comparison. Pre-emphasis and De-emphasis. Generation of FM, Reactance modulator, Varactor diode modulator.

Unit-2
Teaching Hours:15
Radio receivers
 

Tuned radio-frequency receiver, Superheterodyne receiver. AM receivers, RF section and Characteristics, Intermediate frequency amplifiers, Detection and automatic gain control. FM receivers, Comparison with AM receivers, Amplitude limiter, FM demodulator, Balanced slope detector, Phase discriminator, Ratio detector. SSB receivers, Demodulation of SSB, product modulator and balanced modulator. Block diagrams of pilot carrier receiver and suppressed carrier receiver.

Unit-3
Teaching Hours:15
Pulse modulation and Digital communication
 

Sampling theory, Ideal and practical sampling, reconstruction, Pulse amplitude modulation, Pulse width modulation, Pulse position modulation Digital communications: Pulse code modulation. Qualitative description of digital modulation technique-ASK, FSK, PSK. Characteristics of data transmission circuits, Digital codes, error detection and correction. 

Multiplexing: frequency division multiplex, time division multiplex. Modem classification, Modem interfacing, Interconnection of data circuits to telephone loops. Network organizations, switching systems, network protocols

Unit-4
Teaching Hours:15
Television fundamentals and Fiber Optic Communication
 

Review of Television fundamentals-Monochrome transmission-scanning-composite video waveform-Monochrome reception- Deflection circuits-Colour television-Basic ideas of high definition TV-LCD-LED TV. Basic optical communication system, wave propagation in optical fiber media, step and graded index fiber, material dispersion and mode propagation, losses in fiber, optical fiber source and detector, optical joints and coupler. Digital optical fiber communication system, First/Second generation system, Data communication network

Text Books And Reference Books:
  1. G. Kennedy and B. Davis: Electronic communication systems, 4th Edn, TMH, 2005.
  2. B. P Lathi: Modern digital and analog communication systems, 3rd Edn, Oxford University Press, 2003.
Essential Reading / Recommended Reading
  1. R. P. Singh and S. P. Sapre: Communication systems-Analog and Digital, TMH, 2002.
  2. D. Roddy and J. Coolen: Electronic communication, PHI, 4th Edn, 2000.
  3. F. E. Louis: Communication Electronics, 3rd Edn, TMH, 2002.
Evaluation Pattern

No.

Component

Schedule

Duration

Marks

CIA 1

Mid-Sem Test (Centralized)

MST

2 hours(50 marks)

25

CIA 2

Assignment /quiz/ group task / presentations

Before MST

--

10

CIA 3

Assignment /quiz/ group task / presentations

After MST

--

10

CIA 4

Attendance

(76-79 = 1, 80-84 = 2, 85-89 = 3, 90-94 = 4, 95-100 = 5)

--

5

ESE

Centralized

3 hours(100 marks)

50

 

Total

100

MPH442C - GALACTIC ASTRONOMY AND COSMOLOGY (2017 Batch)

Total Teaching Hours for Semester:60
No of Lecture Hours/Week:4
Max Marks:100
Credits:4

Course Objectives/Course Description

 

This module introduces the students with the topics such as Radio Astronomy & Space Astronomy, The Milky Way Galaxy, Extra Galactic Astronomy and General Relativity and Cosmology.

Course Outcome

Students will be familiarized with the topics such as Radio Astronomy & Space Astronomy, The Milky Way Galaxy, Extra Galactic Astronomy and General Relativity and Cosmology.

Unit-1
Teaching Hours:15
Radio Astronomy & Space Astronomy
 

Radio window, optical thickness, brightness temperature, radio telescopes, resolution, sensitivity, noise temperature, synthesis of telescopes, interferometer, radio sources, their spectra, thermal and non-thermal mechanisms, 21cm line, other spectral lines, study of molecules, infra-red sources and detectors, ultraviolet astronomy, X-ray emission mechanisms, X-ray detection techniques, X-ray telescopes, gamma ray telescopes, gamma ray production mechanisms, Cerenkov radiation detection, Hubble space telescope, space missions.

Unit-2
Teaching Hours:15
The Milky Way Galaxy
 

Counting of stars in the sky, star clusters-globular-open- association, historical models, Morphology of the galaxy, different populations, Mass distribution, estimate of the total mass of the galaxy, Kinematics of the Milky Way, Differential rotation of the Galaxy, Rotational curves, Oort's constants, Galactic center, Super massive black hole and jets.

Unit-3
Teaching Hours:15
Extra Galactic Astronomy
 

Galactic structure: local and large scale distribution of stars and interstellar matter, the spiral structure, the galactic centre. Galactic dynamics, stellar relaxation, dynamical friction, star clusters, density wave theory of galactic spiral structure, chemical evolution in the galaxy, stellar populations, Morphological classification of galaxies, active galaxies, clusters of galaxies, interactions of galaxies, dark matter, evolution of galaxies. AGN, Quasars and theory of Gravitational lensing.

Unit-4
Teaching Hours:15
General Relativity and Cosmology
 

Foundations of general relativity, elements of tensor analysis, Schwarzschild and Kerr spacetimes, black hole physics, gravitational radiation, gravitational lensing, The redshift, Hubble's Law, uniform expansion, distance measures, Cepheids, Type I supernovae, Hubble's constant, the cosmological principle, Isotropy, Homogenity, Pseudo-Newtonian cosmology, Dynamical evolution, cosmological solutions, age of the universe, matter content, dark matter, relativistic cosmology, curvature of space, cosmological constant, CMBR, observational tests. Theories of universe, Big-bang, expansion of universe, CMB radiation, Olber's paradox.

Text Books And Reference Books:
  1. J. Binney and S. Tremaine: Galactic Dynamics, Princeton University Press, 1994.
  2. J. Binney and M. Merrifield: Galactic Astronomy, Princeton University Press, 1998.
  3. M. Zeilik and S. A. Gregory: Introductory Astronomy and Astrophysics, Saunders College Publication, 1998.
  4. C. W. Misner, K. S. Thorne and J. A. Wheeler: Gravitation, H. Freeman 1973
Essential Reading / Recommended Reading
  1. M. Berry: Principles of Cosmology and Gravitaion, CUP, 1976.
  2. J. Luminet: Black Holes, CUP, 1992.
  3. Narlikar J V: Introduction to Cosmology, CUP.
  4. Peacock: Cosmological Physics, CUP, 1998.
Evaluation Pattern

 

CIA 1

Mid-Sem Test (Centralized)

MST

2 hours(50 marks)

25

CIA 2

Assignment /quiz/ group task / presentations

Before MST

--

10

CIA 3

Assignment /quiz/ group task / presentations

After MST

--

10

CIA 4

Attendance

(76-79 = 1, 80-84 = 2, 85-89 = 3, 90-94 = 4, 95-100 = 5)

--

5

ESE

Centralized

3 hours(100 marks)

50

 

Total

100

 

MPH451A - MATERIAL SCIENCE LAB - II (2017 Batch)

Total Teaching Hours for Semester:60
No of Lecture Hours/Week:4
Max Marks:100
Credits:2

Course Objectives/Course Description

 

Laboratory-7 gives practical exposure on structural, morphological, electrical and magnetic characterizations of materials.  The experiments provide insight to the fundamental concepts and advanced knowledge on thin films, crystalline and polycrystalline samples.

Course Outcome

Students gain hands-on experience in various characterization techniques in materials science and understand the properties of materials by performing experiments.

Unit-1
Teaching Hours:60
Material Science-II
 

1.      Determination of ferromagnetic Curie temperature-Monel metal

2.      Recording and analysis of x-ray powder photograph of KCl/KBrby Debye-Scherrer method.

3.      Recording and analysis of x-ray powder photograph of CsCl by Debye-Scherrer method.

4.      Measurement of ionic conductivity of crystals.

5.      Study of photo-elasticity of a crystal.

6.      Thermoelectric power of thin film samples.

7.      DC electrical conductivity measurement

8.      Metallurgical microscope- grain size measurement

Text Books And Reference Books:

[1]. B. D. Cullity and S. R. Stock: Elements of X-ray diffraction, Prentice Hall, New Jersey 2001.

[2]. L. H. Van Vlack: Elements of materials science and engineering, Addison Wesley, New York 1989.

Essential Reading / Recommended Reading

[1].K. M. Ralls, T. H. Courtney and J. Wulff: An introduction to materials science and engineering, John Wiley & Sons, New Delhi 2011.

[2].J. C. Anderson, K. D. Leaver, J. M. Alexander and R. D. Rawlings: Materials science, Nelson, London 1974.

[3].V. Raghavan: Materials science and engineering, PHI Learning Private Limited, New Delhi 2004.

[4].W. D. Callister: Materials science and engineering an introduction, John Wiley & Sons, New York 1994.

[5].M. Ali Omar: Elementary solid state physics- Principles and applications, Addison- Wesley, 2000.

 

Evaluation Pattern

Pre-lab sessions by conducting student seminar based on each experiment.

Performing experiment, taking readings, calculations, submission of results.

Enhancing practical skills based on software.

Conducting viva voice, asking questions to the students pertaining to the experiment followed by group disscussion.

MPH451B - ELECTRONICS LAB - II (2017 Batch)

Total Teaching Hours for Semester:60
No of Lecture Hours/Week:4
Max Marks:100
Credits:2

Course Objectives/Course Description

 

This lab module makes the students familiar with the advanced level digital electronic devices and the experiments with these instruments.

Course Outcome

Learn about advanced level digital electronic devices and the experiments with these instruments.

Unit-1
Teaching Hours:60
 

1. Amplitude modulation-Using transistor BC107

2. Amplitude demodulation

3. Pulse width modulation-Using transistor SL100

4. Voltage controlled oscillator-Using IC555

5. Frequency modulation-Using IC8038

6. Frequency demodulation- Using PLL circuit-IC565

7. Frequency shift keying (FSK)-Using IC8038

8. Amplitude shift keying (ASK)- Using IC4016

9. Frequency to voltage converter-Using LM2917

10. Time division multiplexing-Using Counters and FFs

11. Modulated signal transmission through optical fiber & demodulation

12. Pulse amplitude modulation-Using transistor SL100

13. PC communication through optical fiber using MAX-232

14. Frequency response of an IF-amplifier-single stage

Text Books And Reference Books:
  1. G. Kennedy and B. Davis: Electronic communication systems, 4th Edn, TMH, 2005.
  2. B. P Lathi: Modern digital and analog communication systems, 3rd Edn, Oxford University Press, 2003.
Essential Reading / Recommended Reading
  1. R. P. Singh and S. P. Sapre: Communication systems-Analog and Digital, TMH, 2002.
  2. D. Roddy and J. Coolen: Electronic communication, PHI, 4th Edn, 2000.
  3. F. E. Louis: Communication Electronics, 3rd Edn, TMH, 2002.
Evaluation Pattern

No.

Component

Duration

Points

Marks

CIA 1

Mid-Sem Test [MST]

4 hours

50

25

CIA 2

Class work, Prelab Assignments

---

40

20

CIA 3

Record book

---

10

05

ESE

(Two examiners)

4 Hours

50

50

 

Total

 

 

100

MPH451C - ASTROPHYSICS LAB - II (2017 Batch)

Total Teaching Hours for Semester:60
No of Lecture Hours/Week:4
Max Marks:100
Credits:2

Course Objectives/Course Description

 

This lab module makes the students familiar with the various experiments in Astrophysics such as spectroscopic and photometric data analysis. Also, the students will get familiarised with data plotting and analysis tools such as Python.

Course Outcome

Students' learning of the specilasation will be supported by doing various experiments in Astrophysics.

Unit-1
Teaching Hours:40
Experiments
 

1. Reducing the stellar spectrum with IRAF

2. Determination of basic spectral parameters

3. Understabding photometric data reduction

4. PSF photometry

5. Plotting the data with Python

6. Determining Hubble‟s parameter

7. Solving differential equations by Euler and RK-4 methods

8. Solution of Lane-Emden equation.

9. Distances of Pulsars

10. Bending of light due to Sun

11. Structure of White Dwarfs

12. Large scale structure of the Universe.

Additional Experiments

1. Detection of radio signals from Jupiter and other Sources

2. Study of delta Scuti type stars

3. Solar limb darkening

4. Radio observations of strong radio sources using Gauribidnoor Radio Telescope and Ooty Radio Telescopes

5. Solar observations using Kodaikanal Solar Telescope

6. IR Photometry and Polarimetric observations of stars using Mount Abu Telescope

Text Books And Reference Books:
  1. J. Binney and S. Tremaine: Galactic Dynamics, Princeton University Press, 1994.
  2. J. Binney and M. Merrifield: Galactic Astronomy, Princeton University Press, 1998.
  3. M. Zeilik and S. A. Gregory: Introductory Astronomy and Astrophysics, Saunders College Publication, 1998.
  4. C. W. Misner, K. S. Thorne and J. A. Wheeler: Gravitation, H. Freeman 1973
Essential Reading / Recommended Reading
  1. M. Berry: Principles of Cosmology and Gravitaion, CUP, 1976.
  2. J. Luminet: Black Holes, CUP, 1992.
  3. Narlikar J V: Introduction to Cosmology, CUP.
  4. Peacock: Cosmological Physics, CUP, 1998.
Evaluation Pattern

Evaluation is based on mid-sem and final sem exams.

MPH452 - PROJECT (2017 Batch)

Total Teaching Hours for Semester:60
No of Lecture Hours/Week:4
Max Marks:100
Credits:2

Course Objectives/Course Description

 

Students are generally encouraged to take up research projects in other research institutes depending on their performance, commitment and interest in the field of research and satisfying all the other requirements. Some students are allowed to execute internal projects in the PG Lab., making use of the existing facilities and as a part of the on-going research activities in the department. Group projects are permitted, depending on the nature of the project. The project is spread over the 3rd & 4th semester (one year) at the end of which the students are evaluated based on the project report presentation and viva-voce examination.

Course Outcome

Students will be introduced to the exciting field of research by doing short term projects either in the department or in any research laboratories in the city.

Unit-1
Teaching Hours:60
 

Project (Equivalent to 60 Hours) Research project under guidance, Day book Presentations (Proposal, interim, final) Report in the specified format Viva-voce

Text Books And Reference Books:

Research papers from the relevant topic

Essential Reading / Recommended Reading

Research Papers and text books from the concernened topic

Evaluation Pattern

Project Report                                                            : 40

Internal Guide’s assessment                                      : 30

Viva-voce                                                                   : 30

Total                                                                            : 100