HIMACHAL PRADESH UNIVERSITY
SHIMLA-171005
FACULTY OF PHYSICAL SCIENCES
SYLLABI
FOR
M.Sc. Physics
(Semester System)
1. CREDIT BASED SYSTEM
(Effective from Session 2022-23 and Onwards)
By
DEPARTMENT OF PHYSICS
HIMACHAL PRADESH UNIVERSITY
SHIMLA-171005
1
, Annexure- 1
HIMACHAL PRADESH UNIVERSITY
Courses of Study and Syllabi for M. Sc. Physics
Semester-I Max. Marks (Credits)
Course-PHYMS-I01 Mathematical Physics 80+ 20 I.A (4)
Course- PHYMS-I02 Classical Mechanics 80+ 20 I.A (4)
Course- PHYMS-I03 Electronics- I 80+ 20 I.A (4)
Course- PHYMS-I04 Computational Methods in Physics 80+ 20 I.A (4)
Course- PHYMS-I05 Laboratory 80+ 20 I.A (6)
Additional Optional Course I-PHYMS-I06
Computer Application in Physics Nodal Center based 80 (Theory 40 + Practical40)
+ 20 I.A
(3)
Semester-II
Course- PHYMS-201 Quantum Mechanics-1 80+ 20 I.A (4)
Course- PHYMS-202 Condensed Matter Physics 80+ 20 I.A (4)
Course- PHYMS-203 Statistical Physics 80+ 20 I.A (4)
Course- PHYMS-204 Electrodynamics 80+ 20 I.A (4)
Course- PHYMS-205 Laboratory 80+ 20 I.A (6)
Additional Optional Course-II - PHYMS-206
Computer Application in Physics Nodal Center based 80 (Theory 40+ Practical 40)
+ 20 I.A
(3)
Semester-III
Course- PHYMS-301 Quantum Mechanics-II 80+ 20 I.A (4)
Course- PHYMS-302 Material Science 80+ 20 I.A (4)
Course- PHYMS-303 Nuclear Physics 80+ 20 I.A (4)
Course- PHYMS-304 High Energy Physics 80+ 20 I.A (4)
Course- PHYMS-305 Laboratory 80+ 20 I.A (6)
2
,Semester-IV
Course- PHYMS-401 Electronics –II 80+ 20 I.A (4)
Course- PHYMS-402 Elective Papers one of the following 80+ 20 I.A (4)
i) PHYMS-402 (a) Advanced High Energy Physics
ii) PHYMS-402 (b) Nuclear & Particle Astrophysics
iii) PHYMS-402 (c) Advanced Quantum Mechanics
Course- PHYMS-403 Elective Papers one of the following 80+ 20 I.A (4)
i) PHYMS-403 (a) Nano Physics
ii) PHYMS-403 (b) Mesoscopic Physics
iii) PHYMS-403 (c) Advanced Computational Physics .
Course- PHYMS-404 Elective Papers one of the following 80+ 20 I.A. (4)
i) PHYMS-404 (a) Advanced Nuclear Physics
ii) PHYMS-404 (b) Nuclear Technology
iii) PHYMS-404 (c) Opto – Electronics
Course- PHYMS-405 Project 100 (10)
Note: Each theory course is given 4 credits as per 4 hours of lectures per week
and each practical course is given 6 credits for 12 hours of engagements per
week. The Project work in the IV semester is given 10 credits for 20 hours of
engagement per week. Therefore M.Sc in Physics programme is given 92 credits.
Student will have to earn 92 credits to pass M.Sc. Physics programme. Nodal
Centre based Additional Optional course is given 3 credits each.
3
, Program Outcomes
1. Becoming Masters of physics by gaining advanced knowledge of the courses proposed
in the syllabus.
2. Developing analytical thinking to correlate experimental and theoretical aspects of
various specialized branches of physics
3. Developing integrative approach while learning diverse courses which leads to unified
thinking towards Physics and all natural phenomena.
4. Learning basic aspects of various courses to develop problem solving aptitude to
strengthen the learning of Physics
5. Apply the knowledge and skill in the design and development of Electronic circuits and
characterization of material properties
6. Becoming professionally trained in the various specialized areas of physics for their
application in industry.
7. To develop inter-disciplinary outlook, collaborative thinking and team work for quality
research output
8. Becoming aware and successful in their career outlets in India and abroad as excellent
professionals such as Scientists, scientific officers (in BARC, ISRO, DRDO,
Meteorology & Geology, and Forensic Sciences etc.), teachers and technicians
9. To develop rational thinking and scientific temperament in all pursuits of life of
aspirants for their own benefit and society.
10. Demonstrate highest standards of ethical conduct and professional behaviour,
critical, interpersonal and communication skills as well as a commitment to life-long
learning.
Program Specific Outcome for M.Sc. Physics:
1. Understanding the basic concepts of physics particularly in Mathematical Physics,
quantum mechanics, computational physics, electronics, electrodynamics and
statistical physics and to realize how diverse phenomena observed in nature can be
derived from a small set of fundamental laws
2. Learn to carry out experiments in basic as well as certain advanced areas of physics
such as condensed matter physics, nuclear physics and electronics
3. Learning computational modelling for the purpose of research in the frontline
specific areas of the Physical Sciences
4. A career oriented learning that develops analytical and problem-solving skills that
contributes to the professional development of aspirants
4
SHIMLA-171005
FACULTY OF PHYSICAL SCIENCES
SYLLABI
FOR
M.Sc. Physics
(Semester System)
1. CREDIT BASED SYSTEM
(Effective from Session 2022-23 and Onwards)
By
DEPARTMENT OF PHYSICS
HIMACHAL PRADESH UNIVERSITY
SHIMLA-171005
1
, Annexure- 1
HIMACHAL PRADESH UNIVERSITY
Courses of Study and Syllabi for M. Sc. Physics
Semester-I Max. Marks (Credits)
Course-PHYMS-I01 Mathematical Physics 80+ 20 I.A (4)
Course- PHYMS-I02 Classical Mechanics 80+ 20 I.A (4)
Course- PHYMS-I03 Electronics- I 80+ 20 I.A (4)
Course- PHYMS-I04 Computational Methods in Physics 80+ 20 I.A (4)
Course- PHYMS-I05 Laboratory 80+ 20 I.A (6)
Additional Optional Course I-PHYMS-I06
Computer Application in Physics Nodal Center based 80 (Theory 40 + Practical40)
+ 20 I.A
(3)
Semester-II
Course- PHYMS-201 Quantum Mechanics-1 80+ 20 I.A (4)
Course- PHYMS-202 Condensed Matter Physics 80+ 20 I.A (4)
Course- PHYMS-203 Statistical Physics 80+ 20 I.A (4)
Course- PHYMS-204 Electrodynamics 80+ 20 I.A (4)
Course- PHYMS-205 Laboratory 80+ 20 I.A (6)
Additional Optional Course-II - PHYMS-206
Computer Application in Physics Nodal Center based 80 (Theory 40+ Practical 40)
+ 20 I.A
(3)
Semester-III
Course- PHYMS-301 Quantum Mechanics-II 80+ 20 I.A (4)
Course- PHYMS-302 Material Science 80+ 20 I.A (4)
Course- PHYMS-303 Nuclear Physics 80+ 20 I.A (4)
Course- PHYMS-304 High Energy Physics 80+ 20 I.A (4)
Course- PHYMS-305 Laboratory 80+ 20 I.A (6)
2
,Semester-IV
Course- PHYMS-401 Electronics –II 80+ 20 I.A (4)
Course- PHYMS-402 Elective Papers one of the following 80+ 20 I.A (4)
i) PHYMS-402 (a) Advanced High Energy Physics
ii) PHYMS-402 (b) Nuclear & Particle Astrophysics
iii) PHYMS-402 (c) Advanced Quantum Mechanics
Course- PHYMS-403 Elective Papers one of the following 80+ 20 I.A (4)
i) PHYMS-403 (a) Nano Physics
ii) PHYMS-403 (b) Mesoscopic Physics
iii) PHYMS-403 (c) Advanced Computational Physics .
Course- PHYMS-404 Elective Papers one of the following 80+ 20 I.A. (4)
i) PHYMS-404 (a) Advanced Nuclear Physics
ii) PHYMS-404 (b) Nuclear Technology
iii) PHYMS-404 (c) Opto – Electronics
Course- PHYMS-405 Project 100 (10)
Note: Each theory course is given 4 credits as per 4 hours of lectures per week
and each practical course is given 6 credits for 12 hours of engagements per
week. The Project work in the IV semester is given 10 credits for 20 hours of
engagement per week. Therefore M.Sc in Physics programme is given 92 credits.
Student will have to earn 92 credits to pass M.Sc. Physics programme. Nodal
Centre based Additional Optional course is given 3 credits each.
3
, Program Outcomes
1. Becoming Masters of physics by gaining advanced knowledge of the courses proposed
in the syllabus.
2. Developing analytical thinking to correlate experimental and theoretical aspects of
various specialized branches of physics
3. Developing integrative approach while learning diverse courses which leads to unified
thinking towards Physics and all natural phenomena.
4. Learning basic aspects of various courses to develop problem solving aptitude to
strengthen the learning of Physics
5. Apply the knowledge and skill in the design and development of Electronic circuits and
characterization of material properties
6. Becoming professionally trained in the various specialized areas of physics for their
application in industry.
7. To develop inter-disciplinary outlook, collaborative thinking and team work for quality
research output
8. Becoming aware and successful in their career outlets in India and abroad as excellent
professionals such as Scientists, scientific officers (in BARC, ISRO, DRDO,
Meteorology & Geology, and Forensic Sciences etc.), teachers and technicians
9. To develop rational thinking and scientific temperament in all pursuits of life of
aspirants for their own benefit and society.
10. Demonstrate highest standards of ethical conduct and professional behaviour,
critical, interpersonal and communication skills as well as a commitment to life-long
learning.
Program Specific Outcome for M.Sc. Physics:
1. Understanding the basic concepts of physics particularly in Mathematical Physics,
quantum mechanics, computational physics, electronics, electrodynamics and
statistical physics and to realize how diverse phenomena observed in nature can be
derived from a small set of fundamental laws
2. Learn to carry out experiments in basic as well as certain advanced areas of physics
such as condensed matter physics, nuclear physics and electronics
3. Learning computational modelling for the purpose of research in the frontline
specific areas of the Physical Sciences
4. A career oriented learning that develops analytical and problem-solving skills that
contributes to the professional development of aspirants
4
