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PHY1701 Engineering Physics L T P J C

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Pre-requisite PHY1001 Syllabus version
1.0
Course Objectives:
To enable the students to understand the basics of the latest advancements in Physics viz.,
Quantum Mechanics, Nanotechnology, Lasers, Electro Magnetic Theory and Fiber Optics.

Expected Course Outcome: Students will be able to


1. Comprehend the dual nature of radiation and matter.
2. Compute Schrodinger’s equations to solve finite and infinite potential problems.
3. Analyze quantum ideas at the nanoscale.
4. Apply quantum ideas for understanding the operation and working principle of optoelectronic
devices.
5. Recall the Maxwell’s equations in differential and integral form.
6. Design the various types of optical fibers for different Engineering applications.
7. Explain concept of Lorentz Transformation for Engineering applications.
8. Demonstrate the quantum mechanical ideas

Student Learning Outcomes (SLO): 2, 4, 5, 9


Module:1 Introduction to Modern Physics 6 hours
Planck’s concept (hypothesis), Compton Effect, Particle properties of wave: Matter Waves,
Davisson Germer Experiment, Heisenberg Uncertainty Principle, Wave function, and Schrodinger
equation (time dependent & independent).

Module:2 Applications of Quantum Physics 5 hours


Particle in a 1-D box (Eigen Value and Eigen Function), 3-D Analysis (Qualitative), Tunneling
Effect (Qualitative) (AB 205), Scanning Tunneling Microscope (STM).

Module:3 Nanophysics 5 hours


Introduction to Nano-materials, Moore’s law, Properties of Nano-materials, Quantum confinement,
Quantum well, wire & dot, Carbon Nano-tubes (CNT), Applications of nanotechnology in
industry.

Module:4 Laser Principles and Engineering Application 6 hours


Laser Characteristics, Spatial and Temporal Coherence, Einstein Coefficient & its significance,
Population inversion, Two, three & four level systems, Pumping schemes, Threshold gain
coefficient, Components of laser, Nd-YAG, He-Ne, CO2 and Dye laser and their engineering
applications.

Module:5 Electromagnetic Theory and its application 6 hours


Physics of Divergence, Gradient and Curl, Qualitative understanding of surface and volume
integral, Maxwell Equations (Qualitative), Wave Equation (Derivation), EM Waves, Phase
velocity, Group velocity, Group index , Wave guide (Qualitative)

Module:6 Propagation of EM waves in Optical fibers 10 hours


and Optoelectronic Devices
Light propagation through fibers, Acceptance angle, Numerical Aperture, Types of fibers - step
index, graded index, single mode & multimode, Attenuation, Dispersion-intermodal and
intramodal. Sources-LED & Laser Diode, Detectors-Photodetectors- PN & PIN - Applications of
fiber optics in communication- Endoscopy.

Module:7 Special Theory of Relativity 5 hours


Frame of reference, Galilean relativity, Postulate of special theory of relativity, Simultaneity,
length contraction and time dilation.

Module:8 Contemporary issues: 2 hours


Lecture by Industry Experts

Total Lecture hours: 45 hours


Text Book(s)
1. Arthur Beiser et al., Concepts of Modern Physics, 2013, Sixth Edition, Tata McGraw Hill.
2. William Silfvast, Laser Fundamentals, 2008, Cambridge University Press.
3. D. J. Griffith, Introduction to Electrodynamics, 2014, 4th Edition, Pearson.
4. Djafar K. Mynbaev and Lowell L.Scheiner, Fiber Optic Communication Technology,
2011, Pearson
Reference Books
1. Raymond A. Serway, Clement J. Mosses, Curt A. Moyer Modern Physics, 2010, 3rd Indian
Edition Cengage learning.
2. John R. Taylor, Chris D. Zafiratos and Michael A. Dubson, Modern Physics for Scientists
and Engineers, 2011, PHI Learning Private Ltd.
3. Kenneth Krane Modern Physics, 2010, Wiley Indian Edition.
4. Nityanand Choudhary and Richa Verma, Laser Systems and Applications, 2011, PHI
5. Learning Private Ltd.
S. Nagabhushana and B. Sathyanarayana, Lasers and Optical Instrumentation, 2010, I.K.
6. International Publishing House Pvt. Ltd.,
7. R. Shevgaonkar, Electromagnetic Waves, 2005, 1st Edition, Tata McGraw Hill
8. Principles of Electromagnetics, Matthew N.O. Sadiku, 2010, Fourth Edition, Oxford.
Ajoy Ghatak and K. Thyagarajan, Introduction to Fiber Optics, 2010, Cambridge University
Press.
Mode of Evaluation: CAT / Assignment / Quiz / FAT / Project / Seminar
List of Experiments
1. Determination of Planck’s constant using electroluminescence process 2 hrs
2. Electron diffraction 2 hrs
3. Determination of wavelength of laser source (He -Ne laser and diode lasers of 2 hrs
different wavelengths) using diffraction technique
4. Determination of size of fine particle using laser diffraction 2 hrs
5. Determination of the track width (periodicity) in a written CD 2 hrs
6. Optical Fiber communication (source + optical fiber + detector) 2 hrs
7. Analysis of crystallite size and strain in a nano -crystalline film using X-ray 2 hrs
diffraction
8. Numerical solutions of Schrödinger equation (e.g. particle in a box problem) 2 hrs
(can be given as an assignment)
9. Laser coherence length measurement 2 hrs
10. Proof for transverse nature of E.M. waves 2 hrs
11. Quantum confinement and Heisenberg's uncertainty principle 2 hrs
12. Determination of angle of prism and refractive index for various colour – 2 hrs
Spectrometer
13. Determination of divergence of a laser beam 2 hrs
14. Determination of crystalline size for nanomaterial (Computer simulation) 2 hrs
15. Demonstration of phase velocity and group velocity (Computer simulation) 2 hrs
Total Laboratory Hours 30 hrs
Mode of evaluation: CAT / FAT
Recommended by Board of Studies 11.08.2017
Approved by Academic Council No. 46 Date 24.08.2017

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