Department of Physics
Exploring the Foundations of Science and Engineering
Department Overview
The Department of Physics was established in 2015 as a foundational science department for all engineering students at MRIT. The department combines theoretical knowledge with practical application through a well-equipped laboratory, with faculty actively providing laboratory manuals and study materials.
Applied Physics is taught across all engineering streams, providing the mathematical and conceptual grounding essential for advanced engineering study.
Vision
The department excels through innovative teaching-learning solutions in Applied Physics towards developing competent professionals.
Mission
- Cultivate knowledgeable faculty aligned with outcome-based education principles.
- Encourage scientific curiosity and originality in applied physics.
- Establish robust theoretical grounding paired with hands-on practical experience.
- Apply physics principles to address industrial and societal challenges.
Course Learning Objectives
Students completing Applied Physics will be able to:
- Define the laws and principles of Physics used in topics pertaining to the engineering field.
- Explain the concepts and theories used to understand properties and applications relevant to engineering.
- Build mathematical foundations for solving physics-related engineering problems.
Course Outcomes
- CO1: Apply fundamental concepts of Physics to understand advanced principles in Applied Physics.
- CO2: Identify engineering applications and material properties related to Applied Physics.
- CO3: Explain the theory behind the construction and working of engineering devices.
- CO4: Formulate and derive expressions for quantities in Applied Physics.
- CO5: Solve numerical problems related to the engineering field.
Syllabi Offered
- BPHYS102 — CSE Stream
- BPHYE102 — EEE Stream
- BPHYC102 — Civil Engineering Stream
- BPHYM102 — Mechanical Engineering Stream
Head of Department
Dr. Shivalinge Gowda
Professor & Head
Qualification: M.Sc., Ph.D.
Experience: 36+ Years (including 15+ years as Professor at PES College of Engineering, Mandya)
Contact: 9449679429
Teaching Faculty
Dr. Shivalinge Gowda
Professor & Head
M.Sc., Ph.D.
Ms. Suhasini N K
Assistant Professor
M.Sc.
Support Staff
Mr. Kumar
Lab Instructor