311305 Basic Science
311305 Basic Science
I. RATIONALE
Diploma engineers have to deal with various materials and machines. This course is designed with fundamental
information to help the diploma engineering students to apply the basic concepts and principles of physics and
chemistry to solve broad- based engineering problems. The basic concepts and principles of sciences related to
heat, electricity, magnetism, optics, semiconductors, engineering materials will help in understanding the
technology courses where emphasis is on the applications of these in various technology domain applications
CO1 - Use basic instruments to measure the physical quantities in various engineering situations.
CO2 - Apply the basic principles of electromagnetics to solve given engineering problems.
CO3 - Apply basic principles of thermometry and fibre optics to solve engineering problems.
CO4 - Predict the structure, properties and behaviour of molecules and compounds based on the types of
chemical bond.
CO5 - Apply the concepts of electrochemistry and corrosion preventive measures in industry.
CO6 - Use the appropriate engineering material and catalyst appropriately.
1. FA-TH represents average of two class tests of 30 marks each conducted during the semester.
2. If candidate is not securing minimum passing marks in FA-PR of any course then the candidate shall be
declared as "Detained" in that semester.
3. If candidate is not securing minimum passing marks in SLA of any course then the candidate shall be
declared as fail and will have to repeat and resubmit SLA work.
4. Notional Learning hours for the semester are (CL+LL+TL+SL)hrs.* 15 Weeks
5. 1 credit is equivalent to 30 Notional hrs.
6. * Self learning hours shall not be reflected in the Time Table.
7. * Self learning includes micro project / assignment / other activities.
♦ Candidate remaining absent in practical examination of any one part of Basic Science course i.e.
Physics,Chemistry will be declare as Absent in Mark List and has to appear for examination. The marks
of the part for which candidate was present will not be processed or carried forward.
VII. SUGGESTED MICRO PROJECT / ASSIGNMENT/ ACTIVITIES FOR SPECIFIC LEARNING / SKILLS
DEVELOPMENT (SELF LEARNING)
Micro project
Series and parallel resistances: Prepare models for combination of series and parallel resistances.
Magnetic flux: Prepare models to demonstrate magnetic lines of lines of forces of different types of magnet.
Vernier Calipers: Prepare prototype vernier caliper of desired least.count using card sheet.
Conductivity: Collect different materials such as metal, plastics, glass etc. and prepare models.
Gas laws: Prepare models to demonstrate Boyle's laws, Charle's Law and Gay Lussac’s law using household
objects.
Assignment
Convert the units of a given physical quantity from one system of units to another.
Measure room temperature of hot baths / bodies by using mercury thermometer and convert it into different
scales.
Prepare a chart to summarize units and measurements
Enlist information like band gap, material used, dimension etc about different semiconductor devices.
Give details about the explanation of concept like electrostatics, magnetic domain, current electricity.
Demonstrate the variation of angle of refraction with respect to refractive index using online tools.
Use a digital vernier caliper and micrometer screw gauge for measurements.(lab- based).
Applications of optical fibers in civil, mechanical , electrical engineering etc.
Applications of semiconductors in civil, mechanical , electrical engineering etc.
Explain covalent bond, ionic bond, coordinate bond, hydrogen bond, intermolecular forces
Draw Crystal structures of SC,BCC, FCC,HCP.
Distinguish between paints and varnishes.
Solve numerical based on Faraday’s first and second law of electrolysis.
Enlist various Adhesives with properties and applications.
Compare between Thermoplastics and Thermosetting.
State properties and applications thermocol and glass wool.
Differentiate the given types of structural polymers and list out their applications.
Demonstrate Mechanism of wet corrosion by waterline corrosion.
Prepare chart showing mechanism of electrolysis of CuSO4 solution by using Cu and Pt electrodes.
Write properties and applications of solid, semisolid and liquid lubricant.
Note :
Above is just a suggestive list of microprojects and assignments; faculty must prepare their own bank of
microprojects, assignments, and activities in a similar way.
The faculty must allocate judicial mix of tasks, considering the weaknesses and / strengths of the student in
acquiring the desired skills.
If a microproject is assigned, it is expected to be completed as a group activity.
SLA marks shall be awarded as per the continuous assessment record.
For courses with no SLA component the list of suggestive microprojects / assignments/ activities are
optional, faculty may encourage students to perform these tasks for enhanced learning experiences.
If the course does not have associated SLA component, above suggestive listings is applicable to Tutorials
and maybe considered for FA-PR evaluations.
IX. SUGGESTED WEIGHTAGE TO LEARNING EFFORTS & ASSESSMENT PURPOSE (Specification Table)
Aligned Learning R- U- A- Total
Sr.No Unit Unit Title
COs Hours Level Level Level Marks
1 I Units and Measurements CO1 7 2 3 4 9
Electricity, Magnetism and
2 II CO2 13 3 5 6 14
Semiconductors
3 III Thermometry and Fiber Optics CO3 10 2 4 6 12
4 IV Chemical bonding CO4 6 2 3 4 9
Electro chemistry and Metal Corrosion,
5 V CO5 12 3 4 5 12
its prevent ion
6 VI Engineering Materials and Catalysis CO6 12 3 5 6 14
Grand Total 60 15 24 31 70
X. ASSESSMENT METHODOLOGIES/TOOLS
Two unit tests of 30 marks (Physics 15 marks,Chemistry-15 marks) and average of two unit tests.
For laboratory learning 50 marks (Physics 25 marks,Chemistry-25 marks).
End semester assessment of 50 marks for laboratory learning (Physics 25 marks,Chemistry-25 marks).
End semester assessment of 70 marks through online MCQ examination.
Teachers are requested to check the creative common license status/financial implications of the suggested
online educational resources before use by the students