St. Michael’s College, Cherthala

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B.Sc Honours in Physics with Specialization in Electronics
The B.Sc. Honours in Physics with Specialization in Electronics programme provides students with a strong foundation in physics along with advanced knowledge in electronics and modern technology. The course combines theoretical concepts with practical laboratory training to develop analytical, technical, and problem-solving skills. It prepares students for higher studies, research opportunities, and careers in electronics, communication, instrumentation, and related fields.
About the Discipline:
The B.Sc. Honours in Physics with Specialization in Electronics programme is important because it provides a strong foundation in physics along with specialized knowledge in electronics and modern technology. The programme helps students develop analytical thinking, technical skills, and practical experience through laboratory training and project work. It prepares graduates for higher studies, research, and diverse career opportunities in electronics, communication, instrumentation, information technology, and related industries. The course also enhances problem-solving abilities and scientific temper, which are essential in today’s technology-driven world. By combining theoretical learning with practical applications, the programme equips students to meet the demands of emerging scientific and technological fields.
Graduate Attributes
Possess strong foundational knowledge in physics, electronics, and related scientific principles. Develop analytical, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills to address scientific and technological challenges. Acquire practical laboratory skills and technical expertise in handling electronic instruments and equipment. Demonstrate scientific temper, research aptitude, and the ability to apply theoretical concepts to real-life situations. Exhibit effective communication skills, teamwork, leadership qualities, and ethical responsibility in professional and social environments. Adapt to emerging technologies and pursue higher studies, research, entrepreneurship, and diverse career opportunities in science and technology fields.

Program Outcomes

No.	Programme Outcomes (POs)
PO-1	Critical thinking ○ analyze information objectively and make a reasoned judgment ○ draw reasonable conclusions from a set of information, and discriminate between useful and less useful details to solve problems or make decisions ○ identify logical flaws in the arguments of others ○ evaluate data, facts, observable phenomena, and research findings to draw valid and relevant results that are domain-specific
PO-2	Complex problem-solving ○ solve different kinds of problems in familiar and no-familiar contexts and apply the learning to real-life situations ○ analyze a problem, generate and implement a solution and to assess the success of the plan ○ understand how the solution will affect both the people involved and the surrounding environment
PO-3	Creativity ○ produce or develop original work, theories and techniques ○ think in multiple ways for making connections between seemingly unrelated concepts or phenomena ○ add a unique perspective or improve existing ideas or solutions ○ generate, develop and express original ideas that are useful or have values
PO-4	Communication skills ○ convey or share ideas or feelings effectively ○ use words in delivering the intended message with utmost clarity ○ engage the audience effectively ○ be a good listener who are able to understand, respond and empathize with the speaker ○ confidently share views and express himself/herself
PO-5	Leadership qualities ○ work effectively and lead respectfully with diverse teams ○ build a team working towards a common goal ○ motivate a group of people and make them achieve the best possible solution. ○ help and support others in their difficult times to tide over the adverse situations with courage
PO-6	Learning ‘how to learn’ skills ○ acquire new knowledge and skills, including ‘learning how to learn skills, that are necessary for pursuing learning activities throughout life, through self-paced and self-directed learning ○ work independently, identify appropriate resources required for further learning ○ acquire organizational skills and time management to set self-defined goals and targets with timelines ○ inculcate a healthy attitude to be a lifelong learner
PO-7	Digital and technological skills ○ use ICT in a variety of learning and work situations, access, evaluate, and use a variety of relevant information sources ○ use appropriate software for analysis of data ○ understand the pitfalls in the digital world and keep safe from them
PO-8	Value inculcation ○ embrace and practice constitutional, humanistic, ethical, and moral values in life including universal human values of truth, righteous conduct, peace, love, nonviolence, scientific temper, citizenship values ○ formulate a position/argument about an ethical issue from multiple perspectives ○ identify ethical issues related to work, and follow ethical practices, including avoiding unethical behaviour such as fabrication, falsification or misrepresentation of data, or committing plagiarism, and adhering to intellectual property rights ○ adopt an objective, unbiased, and truthful actions in all aspects of work

Programme Specific Outcomes (PSO)

No.	Programme Specific Outcomes (PSO)
PSO-1	Discuss the fundamental laws, basic concepts in physics and prioritise the core knowledge in the major premises of Physics and their interconnections
PSO-2	Apply the principles of Physics and mathematical tools to analyse and solve numerical and conceptual problems in various domains, as well as formulate equations and models for describing different physical theories and phenomena.
PSO-3	Analyse concepts in space science, nanoscience and nanotechnology, atmospheric science, electronics, forensic science, energy physics, and medical physics to establish a seamless integration with industry, research and academic institutions
PSO-4	Discover a multidisciplinary perspective to recognise synergies between disciplines such as arts and sports, environmental science, history, economics, data analysis, artificial intelligence, archeophysics, geology, archaeology, history and administer a strong understanding of interconnected topics by integrating concepts and methodologies.
PSO-5	Administer a general awareness, skills in programming, operating systems, computer hardware and software, scientific writing, optical fibre technology, PCB making and design, photographic optics, electrical device knowledge, and devise and troubleshoot basic household appliances for fostering self employability
PSO-6	Evaluate the effectiveness and weaknesses of modern electronics, communication systems and address global concerns such as the energy crisis and natural disasters, to provide innovative solutions
PSO-7	Apply theoretical knowledge and practical skills to perform experiments in lab, solve real-world challenges and practice ethical standards in scientific research and industrial environments.

Programme Structure

Semester	Code	Course Name	Course Type
1	UK1DSCPHY100	Foundation Course in Physics I	DSC
	UK1DSCPHY101	Principles of Dynamics	DSC
	UK1DSCPHY102	Properties of Solids	DSC
	UK1MDCPHY101	Environmental Physics	MDC
	UK1MDCPHY104	Physics of Everyday Appliances	MDC
2	UK2DSCPHY100	Foundation Course in Physics II	DSC
	UK2DSCPHY101	Electricity, Magnetism and Acoustics	DSC
	UK2DSCPHY103	Modern Physics	DSC
	UK2MDCPHY102	Beyond the Sky	MDC
	UK2MDCPHY104	Medical Physics	MDC
3	UK3DSCPHY200	Basic Electronics	DSC
	UK3DSCPHY202	Solid State Physics and Spectroscopy	DSC
	UK3DSCPHY203	Heat, Magnetism and Geophysics	DSC
	UK3DSEPHY201	Circuit Elements and Network Theorems	DSE
	UK3VACPHY200	Energy Crisis, Sustainability and Management	VAC
	UK3VACPHY202	The History of Physics & its influence on Society	VAC
4	UK4DSCPHY200	Classical Dynamics	DSC
	UK4DSCPHY201	Electromagnetics and Transient Currents	DSC
	UK4DSEPHY201	Basic Digital Principles and Applications	DSE
	UK4SECPHY201	Wiring and Electrical Devices	SEC
	UK4VACPHY201	Research & Publication Ethics	VAC
	UK4VACPHY202	Disaster Management	VAC
5	UK5DSCPHY300	Optics	DSC
	UK5DSCPHY301 I	Quantum Mechanics	DSC
	UK5DSCPHY302	Thermodynamics and Statistical Mechanics	DSC
	UK5DSEPHY301	Transistor Amplifier Circuits and Oscillators	DSE
	UK5DSEPHY306	Research Methodology	DSE
	UK5SECPHY302	Programming in Python	SEC
6	UK6DSCPHY300	Atomic and Molecular Physics	DSC
	UK6DSCPHY301	Nuclear and Particle Physics	DSC
	UK6DSCPHY302	Solid State Physics	DSC
	UK6DSEPHY300	Observing of Weather and Climate	DSE
	UK6DSEPHY301	Operational Amplifiers and Applications	DSE
	UK6SECPHY302	Scientific writing	SEC
7	UK7DSCPHY400	Advanced Mathematical Physics	DSC
	UK7DSCPHY401	Quantum Mechanics II	DSC
	UK7DSEPHY402	Frontiers of Space Science, Technology and Programming	DSE
8	NA (major course offering depts can add 12 hrs of research project/capstone internship)

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