· This course introduces students to the methods of experimental physics.
· Emphasis is given on laboratory techniques such as accuracy of measurements.
· The concepts that are learnt in the lecture sessions are translated to the laboratory sessions thus providing a hands-on learning experience.
Course |
Learning outcome (at course level) |
Learning and teaching strategies |
Assessment Strategies |
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Course Code |
Course Title |
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24DPHY 502(A) |
Nuclear and Particle Physics (Practical) |
CO48: Demonstrate observation skills in Physics laboratory. CO49: Analyze and interpret the measurements to draw valid conclusions with honesty. CO50: Develop oral and written scientific communication, and think critically and work independently. CO51: Contribute effectively in Course specific interaction. |
Approach in teaching:Demonstration, Group activity, Discussion ,Conduction of Experiments Learning activities for the students: Performing Experiments, taking observations , Analysis and interpretation of results, Error analysis, preparation of viva voce questions and maintain practical record, |
Class test, Semester end examinations, Viva voce, Practical record file |
List of Experiments:
1.To study characteristics of a GM counter.
2.To verify inverse square law using GM counter.
3. to estimate efficiency for a Gamma source/ Beta source.
4. To study Rutherford scattering.
5. To study Gamma ray spectroscopy.
6. To study Compton scattering.
Essential Readings:
· User manuals of the instruments are provided in the laboratory.
Scheme of Evaluation for Continuous AssessmentPractical (30 %) Time Duration: 90 minutes |
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Test |
Practical Record |
Viva Voce |
Attendance |
Total |
10 |
10 |
05 |
05 |
30 |
Scheme of Evaluation for Semester End Examination Practical (70 %) Time Duration: 5 hrs. |
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Expt.1
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Expt. 2
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Viva-voce |
Total
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30 |
30 |
10 |
70
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NOTE - Students are expected to perform six experiments from the given list. Two experiments out of the six will be set in the examination paper.
The duration of the Practical Examination shall be 5 hours.
The distribution of marks in the practical examination will be as follows:
2. Distribution of marks will be as follows :
Figure /Formula/Theory : 07
Observations/Calculations : 16
Result /Result Analysis : 05
Precautions : 02
3. Viva -Voce : 10
Total : 70 marks