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Anna University PH3151 Engineering Physics Syllabus (Regulation 2021)

Course Overview

This syllabus outlines the topics covered in the PH3151 Engineering Physics course at Anna University, designed for B.E. students under Regulation 2021. The curriculum integrates key concepts in mechanics, electromagnetism, optics, and quantum mechanics, fostering a comprehensive understanding of physics principles applicable in engineering.

Course Units

Unit I: Mechanics

• Multi-particle dynamics: Center of mass (CM) and motion of the CM.
• Kinetic energy of systems of particles.
• Rigid body rotation: Kinematics, rotational kinetic energy, moment of inertia (M.I), torque, and conservation of angular momentum.
• Applications: Gyroscopes, torsional pendulums, and double pendulums.
• Introduction to nonlinear oscillations.

Unit II: Electromagnetic Waves

• Maxwell's equations and the wave equation.
• Plane electromagnetic waves in vacuum: properties such as speed, amplitude, and polarization.
• Production and characteristics of electromagnetic waves.
• Energy and momentum in EM waves, including applications in cell-phone reception.
• Reflection and transmission of waves at non-conducting medium interfaces.

Unit III: Oscillations, Optics, and Lasers

• Simple harmonic motion and resonance.
• Waves on strings, sound waves, and the Doppler effect.
• Light wave behavior: Reflection, refraction, interference, and applications of the Michelson interferometer.
• Laser theory: Characteristics, spontaneous and stimulated emission, Nd-YAG, CO2 lasers, and semiconductor lasers.

Unit IV: Basic Quantum Mechanics

• Photons and matter waves.
• The Schrödinger equation: Time-dependent and independent forms.
• Wave function and normalization in quantum mechanics.
• Concepts of free particles and potential wells (1D, 2D, 3D).

Unit V: Applied Quantum Mechanics

• Harmonic oscillator (qualitative) and quantum tunneling.
• Applications: Tunneling microscope and resonant diodes.
• Bloch’s theorem and the Kronig-Penney model for energy bands.

Course Objectives

• To provide a solid foundation in mechanics and its applications.
• To explore electromagnetic waves and their practical implications.
• To introduce the fundamental principles of oscillations, optics, and lasers.
• To emphasize the significance of quantum physics in modern technology.
• To inspire applications of quantum mechanics in real-world scenarios.

Course Outcomes

Upon completion of this course, students will be able to:

• CO1: Understand key concepts of mechanics.
• CO2: Demonstrate knowledge of electromagnetic waves and their applications.
• CO3: Exhibit foundational knowledge in oscillations, optics, and lasers.
• CO4: Recognize the importance of quantum physics.
• CO5: Apply quantum mechanical principles to energy band formation.

Textbooks

• D. Kleppner and R. Kolenkow. An Introduction to Mechanics. McGraw Hill Education, 2017.
• E. M. Purcell and D. J. Morin. Electricity and Magnetism. Cambridge University Press, 2013.
• Arthur Beiser et al. Concepts of Modern Physics. McGraw Hill, 2017.

References

• R. Wolfson. Essential University Physics. Pearson Education, 2009.
• Paul A. Tipler. Physics – Volume 1 & 2. CBS, 2004.
• K. Thyagarajan and A. Ghatak. Lasers: Fundamentals and Applications. Laxmi Publications, 2019.
• D. Halliday, R. Resnick, and J. Walker. Principles of Physics. Wiley, 2015.
• N. Garcia et al. Physics for Computer Science Students. Springer-Verlag, 2012.