The Department of Science and Humanities is a fundamental part of any educational institution, aiming to provide students with a solid foundation in the sciences and humanities. Today, this department plays a crucial role in fostering a culture of innovation, critical thinking, and intellectual curiosity among students.
The department typically consists of various disciplines, including Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics, and English. These disciplines provide students with a comprehensive understanding of fundamental principles and concepts.
In terms of research, the Department of Science and Humanities is actively involved in various projects, including those focused on materials science, nanotechnology, and environmental science ¹.
Overall, the Department of Science and Humanities plays a vital role in shaping the minds of future generations, equipping them with the knowledge, skills, and values necessary to succeed in an increasingly complex and interconnected world.
Students learn physical concepts and measurement methods through experiments in optics, mechanics, electromagnetic, and thermodynamics. The lab places a strong emphasis on data analysis, experimental precision, and applying theoretical knowledge to real-world situations. Students gain the critical thinking and problem-solving abilities necessary for scientific investigation by carrying out and evaluating experiments. In order to prepare students for advanced scientific and engineering coursework and to reinforce fundamental physics ideas, this lab is essential...
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1 | Torsional Pendulum, stop clock, suspension metallic wire: two different thickness, two identical cylindrical mass, screw gauge, wooden scale |
2 | Simple harmonic oscillations of cantilever: 1 meter wooden scale, G-clamp, weight hanger with slotted weights, Vernier calliper, Screw gauge, stop clock |
3 | Non-uniform bending: 1 meter wooden scale, two-knife edges, travelling microscope, weight hanger with slotted weights, screw gauge, Vernier calliper, pin |
4 | Uniform bending: 1 meter wooden scale, two-knife edges, travelling microscope, two weight hanger with slotted weights, screw gauge, Vernier calliper, pin |
5 | He-Ne/Diode laser (red), Green diode laser, Grating, Screen, Iron stand (3 Nos), 1m wooden scale, thread |
6 | 450 inclined glass plate set-up, two optically plane glass plates, sodium vapour lamp, travelling microscope, thin wire/thin strip of paper |
7 | Ultrasonic interferometer apparatus with high frequency wave generator, cell, micrometer, PZ crystal, water or other liquids |
8 | Travelling Microscope |
9 | Circular Disc - Torsion Pendulum |
10 | Ultrasonic interferometer |
11 | Photoelectric effect apparatus |
12 | Sodium Vapour Lamp |
13 | Diode Laser |
Students perform qualitative and quantitative analyses, study reaction kinetics, and explore organic and inorganic chemistry principles. The lab emphasizes precision in measurements, proper handling of chemicals, and accurate interpretation of results. By conducting experiments and analysing data, students gain a deeper understanding of chemical processes and enhance their practical laboratory skills. This lab is essential for building a strong foundation in chemistry and supporting further studies in science and engineering disciplines.
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1. PH meter | 2. Conductivity meter | 3. Potentiometer |
4. Flame photometer | 5. Electronic Balance (Four digit) | 6. Hotplate with temperature controller |
7. Hot Air Oven | 8. Muffle furnace | 9. Magnetic stirrer |
Upon completion of the course, the students should be able to analyse the quality of water samples with respect to their acidity, alkalinity, hardness and DO, to determine the amount of metal ions through volumetric and spectroscopic techniques, to analyse and determine the composition of alloys, to learn simple method of synthesis of nanoparticles and to quantitatively analyse the impurities in solution by electro analytical techniques.