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AKTU Physics for Sustainable Structural Systems (AAS101A / AAS201A) Syllabus PDF – B.Tech 1st Year
Physics for Sustainable Structural Systems AAS101A / AAS201A
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Official AKTU syllabus of Physics for Sustainable Structural Systems (AAS101A / AAS201A) for B.Tech 1st Year – 3 credits, L-T-P 3-0-0. Read the unit-wise course content, course outcomes, evaluation pattern and recommended books online, or download the PDF.
Syllabus — Physics for Sustainable Structural Systems
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Course Objectives
- To understand the foundational concepts and principles of quantum mechanics.
- To comprehend the principles and applications of photonics.
- To understand the fundamental principles of mechanics and fluid physics.
- To understand the fundamental principles of thermal physics, enabling the analysis of thermal processes and systems.
- To explore the fundamental properties and phenomena of superconductivity and diverse applications of nano-materials, in advanced technological contexts.
Course Content
| Unit | Description (%) | Weightage |
|---|---|---|
| 1. | Unit I – Fundamentals of Quantum Mechanics Inadequacy of classical mechanics, de-Broglie concept of matter waves, Davisson and Germer experiment, wave packet, phase velocity and group velocity, Heisenberg’s uncertainty principle and its applications, time-dependent and time-independent Schrodinger wave equations, particle confined in one dimensional box, wave function and its physical interpretation. | 20% |
| 2. | Unit II –Photonics Fiber optics: Fundamental idea about optical fiber, acceptance angle, acceptance cone, numerical aperture, principle of light propagation in optical fiber, attenuation and attenuation coefficient in fiber. Laser: Interaction of radiation with matter (absorption, spontaneous and stimulated emission), principle of laser operation, Einstein’s coefficient, Ruby laser, He-Ne laser, laser applications. | 25% |
| 3. | Unit III – Mechanics and Fluid Physics Newton's laws, static and dynamic equilibrium, stress and strain, elastic moduli (Young's, Bulk, Shear), Hooke's law, properties of fluids, viscosity, surface tension, capillarity, fluid statics and pressure, Archimedes' principle, Bernoulli's equation, flow through pipes. | 15% |
| 4. | Unit IV – Thermal Physics Laws of thermodynamics, heat conduction, convection and radiation, heat capacity, thermal expansion, thermal conductivity, melting and solidification, thermal resistance, enthalpy and entropy, equations of state, Newton's law of cooling. | 15% |
| 5. | Unit V – Superconductivity and Nano-materials Superconductors: Temperature dependence of resistivity and critical field in superconducting materials, Meissner effect, Type I and Type II superconductors, persistent current, high temperature superconductors, properties, applications of superconductors. Nano-materials: Introduction and properties of nano-materials, basic concept of quantum dots, quantum wires and quantum well, application of nano-materials. | 25% |
Teaching-Learning Methodology
Topics are taught through interactive lectures using blackboard and ICT tools, demonstrations and site-visit case studies. Course materials from NPTEL and international standards may be used to supplement classroom teaching.
Course Outcomes
| COs | Course Outcome Statement | KL |
|---|---|---|
| CO1 | Understand the foundational concepts and principles of quantum mechanics. | K2 |
| CO2 | Comprehend the principles and applications of photonics. | K2 |
| CO3 | Understand the fundamental principles of mechanics and fluid physics | K2 |
| CO4 | Understand the fundamental principles of thermal physics, enabling the analysis of thermal processes and systems. | K2 |
| CO5 | Explore the fundamental properties and phenomena of superconductivity and diverse applications of nano-materials, in advanced technological contexts. | K2 |
CO–PO Articulation Matrix
Evaluation Pattern
| Sr. | Details of the Evaluation | Weightage |
|---|---|---|
| 1. | Internal Assessment (CT + Assignment + Quiz + Attendance) | 30% |
| 2. | External Assessment | 70% |
Text Books
- Engineering Physics: Theory and Practical- Katiyar and Pandey (Wiley India)
- Halliday & Resnick Principles of Physics, Extended, 12ed (An Indian Adaptation), Wiley & Sons.
- Strength of Materials – R.K. Bansal (Laxmi Publications)
- Fluid Mechanics – R.K. Rajput (S. Chand)
- Engineering Physics Theory and Experiments-Srivastava and Yadav (New Age International)
- Concepts of Modern Physics - Aurthur Beiser (Mc-Graw Hill)
- Engineering Physics - S K Gupta (Krishna Prakashan)
Online Resources
NPTEL courses on Engineering Physics and Structural Mechanics
Additional References
Relevant review articles, research papers, and handouts on latest developments are included.
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