BS Physics (4 Years)

Introduction

The Department of Physics offer 2-year, 2.5-year and 4- year BS Physics degree programs. These programs are designed according to the scheme of studies approved by the Higher Education Commission (HEC) of Pakistan to meet the national and international standards.

It covers all aspects of Physics ranging from its foundations to modern research. The offered courses have a flexible curriculum that is capable of preparing students for advanced studies in Physics as well as careers in teaching and research institutes. The Department encourages the students to participate in research projects and provides them with possible facilities and guidance. In addition, students could participate in the activities of different university societies, attend departmental seminars, workshops and conferences.

OBJECTIVES

The main educational objectives of BS degree programs are:

  1. To impart students with a conceptual understanding of the fundamental principles of Physics, natural laws, and their interpretation, as well as mathematical formulation of the physical phenomena in nature.
  2. To develop critical skills necessary for solving unknown problems from our physical surroundings.
  3. To develop the capability of analyzing, addressing, and posing solutions to problems of natural importance and to instill a deep appreciation of the need for optimum utilization of natural resources and environment.
  4. To instill in students the habit of independent thinking, deep inquiry, and motivation for self-education.
  5. To sharpen our students' mathematical prowess making them capable of modeling, analyzing, and predicting the behavior of physical processes.
  6. To   enhance   our   students’   skills   in   scientific communication and the ability to clearly present Physics and science in simple and clear language.
  7. To introduce students with the spirit of working in interactive groups with the necessary requirements of scientific and professional ethics.
  8. To develop hands-on experience in different laboratory techniques and modern instrumentation.
  9. To enhance students’ competence in the design and conduct of experiments as well as analysis and presentation of experimental data and results.
  10. To provide an in-depth understanding of some specialized areas of Physics through the option of elective courses.
  11. To equip students with the necessary skill set for pursuing careers in Physics education, research and industry in government or private organizations.

Eligibility Criteria

FSc. (Pre-Engineering/Pre-Medical), ICS (Physics, Mathematics combination) / DAE.

 

 

Selection Process

Merit based on the marks of FSc and interview.

Duration

4 years (8 Semesters)

Medium of Instruction

English

Teaching Methodology

Face to Face Classes

Total Credits Hours Required

138

Sr.No

Course Code

Title

Credit Hours

Category

1

ENGL3505

Functional English

3(3+0)

GE/ENG

2

PKST3502

Ideology and Constitution of Pakistan

2(2+0)

GE/PKST

3

MATH3502

Calculus-I

3(3+0)

GE/QR-I

4

URD3503

Pakistani Adab-I

2(2+0)

GE/A&H

5

PHY3501

Mechanics

4(3+1)

MAJOR

6

ITHC3501/ADH3501

Islamic Studies or Ethics (for non-Muslim students only)

2(2+0)

GE/IST

7

1564

Computer Programming: C&C++

3(3+0)

ID

 

Total

19

 

Sr.No

Course Code

Title

Credit Hours

Category

1

MATH3509

Calculus-II

3(3+0)

GE/QR-II

2

ENGL3504

Expository Writing

3(3+0)

GE/ENG

3

PHY3505

Electricity & Magnetism

4(3+1)

MAJOR

4

CS3503

Application of Information and Communication Technology

3(2+1)

GE/ICT

5

SOC3506

Introduction to Sociology

2(2+0)

GE/SS

6

SOC3503

Civics and Community Engagement

2(2+0)

GE
6 PKST3501 Pak. Studies 2(2+0) GE

 

Total

19

 

Sr.No

Course Code

Title

Credit Hours

Category

1

MATH3512

Linear Algebra

3(3+0)

ID

2

PHY3509

Waves and Oscillations

3(3+0)

MAJOR

3

MGT3503

Entrepreneurship

2(2+0)

GE

4

PHY3507

Heat and Thermodynamics 

3(3+0)

MAJOR

5

ENVS4501

Basics of Environmental Sciences

3(2+1)

GE/ID

6

PHY4504

Laboratory for Thermodynamics and Waves

2(0+2)

MAJOR

7

PHY4505

Modern Physics-I

3(3+0)

MAJOR

 

Total

19

 

Sr.No

Course Code

Title

Credit Hours

Category

1

PHY4506

Modern Physics-II

3(3+0)

MAJOR

2

MATH3514

Ordinary Differential Equations

3(3+0)

ID

3

PHY4507

Classical Mechanics-I

3(3+0)

MAJOR

4

STAT3503

Introduction to Probability & Probability Distribution

3(3+0)

ID

5

PHY4508

Laboratory for Geometrical Optics and Spectroscopy

2(0+2)

MAJOR

6

PHY3506

Optics

3(3+0)

MAJOR

 

Total

17

 

Sr.No

Course Code

Title

Credit Hours

Category

1

PHY3512

Mathematical Methods in Physics-I

3(3+0)

MAJOR

2

PHY5507

Classical Mechanics-II

3(3+0)

MAJOR

3

PHY3516

Electronics

3(3+0)

MAJOR

4

PHY5503

Electromagnetic Theory-I

3(3+0)

MAJOR

5

PHY5504

Laboratory for Electronics

2(0+2)

MAJOR

6

PHY5502

Quantum Mechanics-I

3(3+0)

MAJOR

 

Total

17

 

Sr.No

Course Code

Title

Credit Hours

Category

1

PHY5501

Mathematical Methods in Physics-II

3(3+0)

MAJOR

2

PHY5508

Laboratory for General Physics

2(0+2)

MAJOR

3

PHY6501

Electromagnetic Theory-II

3(3+0)

MAJOR

4

PHY5505

Computational Physics

3(3+0)

MAJOR

5

PHY6502

Quantum Mechanics-II

3(3+0)

MAJOR

6

PHY5509

Field Experience Internship

3(0+3)

INTERNSHIP

 

Total

17

 

Sr.No

Course Code

Title

Credit Hours

Category

1

PHY6503

Solid State Physics-I

3(3+0)

MAJOR

2

PHY6508

Nuclear Physics

3(3,0)

MAJOR

3

PHY6512

Laboratory for Nuclear Physics

3(0+3)

MAJOR

4

PHY6513

Capstone Project

3(0+3)

PROJECT

5

PHY5506

Thermal & Statistical Physics

3(3+0)

MAJOR

6

TFSR3501

Fahm-e-Quran (Tajwid, translation and Tafsir)

NC

 

 

Total

15

 

Sr.No

Course Code

Title

Credit Hours

Category

1

PHY6516

Solid State Physics-II

3(3+0)

MAJOR

2

PHY6505

Digital & Computer Hardware Electronics

3(3+0)

MAJOR

3

PHY3515

Atomic & Molecular Physics

3(3+0)

MAJOR

4

PHY6514

Laboratory for Solid State Physics

3(0+3)

MAJOR

5

PHY6515

Lasers Physics

3(3+0)

MAJOR

6

SERT3501

Seerat-e-Tayyaba

NC

 

 

Total

15

 

1

2

3

4

Semesters

08

Practical

Practical courses are conducted at the form of workshops in the end of each semester

Collaborations

NCP, UOB, PU, PIAES, NILOP, FU, QU, GCU, GCW, BUITIMS, BKWU, BUZ, IUB, PU, UM, ICHT and all R & D Organizations.

Assessment Weightage

For Theory Courses:
S.No. Components Total Marks Weightage Passing Marks
1 Assignment 10 20% 50% (In aggregate)
2 Assignment 2 10
3 Mid Term 30 30%
4 Attendance 100 Nil 70%
5 Final Exam 100 50% 50%
For Theory-Practical Courses:
S.No. Components Total Marks Weightage Passing Marks
1 Assignment 10 20% 50% (In aggregate)
2 Assignment 2 10
3 Mid Term 30 30%
4 Practical 15
5 Attendance 100 Nil 70%
6 Final Exam 100 50% 50%
For Practical/FYP Courses:
S.No. Components Total Marks Weightage Passing Marks
1 Attendance 100 Nil 70%
2 Final Exam 100 100% 50%

Note: Allama Iqbal Open University (AIOU) reserves the right to amend the fee structure policy, course offering and assessment of courses when required. The existing course(s) will be adopted/adapted as per requirement. The department may change the sequence of the course(s) offering as per availability of course(s).

About

The Allama Iqbal Open University was established in May, 1974, with the main objectives of providing educational opportunities to masses and to those who cannot leave their homes and jobs. During all these past years, the University has more than fulfilled this promise.