Physical Science Course Details: Eligibility Criteria, Syllabus

Physical science is the study of chemistry and physics of nature and its life sciences in a way to include ecology and the evidence of historical facts. The department of Physical Sciences is dedicated to offering quality education while also preparing candidates for a life of service and faith. The candidates are advised to read the complete article given below to know more about Physical Science courses, eligibility and admission procedure.

Popular Physical Science Courses

Candidates can check the list of courses for Physical Science given below:

• B. Sc 
• M. Sc
• B. Tech 
• M. Tech Biological Engineering

Candidates can apply for above-given courses to get admission in Physical science.

Colleges/Universities Offering Physical Science 

The candidates can check the list of universities and colleges who offer Physical science course in India:

• Indian Institute of Technology, New Delhi.
• Indian Institute of Technology, Madras.
• Indian Institute of Technology, Guwahati.
• Indian Institute of Space Science and Technology, Thiruvananthapuram.
• Indian Institute of Technology, Bombay.
• National Institute of Technology, Calicut.
• Technology Education & Research Integrated Institutions Kurukshetra.
• Guru Gobind Singh Indraprastha University, New Delhi.

Physical Science Course Eligibility Criteria

The candidate must check the Physical Science course requirement for the admission  given below:

Physical Science Admission Criteria

Courses	Eligibility
B.Sc	Candidates must have completed 10+2 with Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics as compulsory subjects.
BTech	Candidate must have completed 10+2 examination with Physics, Mathematics, and Chemistry. Applicant must have a valid score in JEE Main.

Skills required for Physical Science

Candidates who are interested in studying the properties of energy and non-living materials can go for this course. 

• This course aims at providing a general understanding and foundation of the sciences for which any candidate must possess problem-solving ability and reasoning capabilities.

Physical Science Course Duration

The candidate can check the course time and duration from the below-given table:

Physical Science Course Duration

Course	Duration
BTech	4 Years
B.Sc	3 Years

Syllabus for Physical Course

UGC prepares a proper set of the syllabus to be covered by universities during the course term. Given below are some of the important subjects prescribed:

Syllabus For B.Sc. in Physical Science:

B.Sc Physical Science Syllabus

Name of the Course	Topics Covered	Description
Calculus and Matrices	Matrices Concept Of Linear Independence Interpretation Of Eigenvalues Matrices InDiagonal Form Calculus Radioactive decay Leibnitz theorem Successive differentiation	The following course gives knowledge of various calculus and matrices concepts.
Analytical Chemistry	Chromatography Principle of differential migration Modes of chromatography Experimental modifications Rf values	Students with this course learn about the analytical prospects of Chemistry.
Solvent Extraction	Distribution law Determination of distribution ratio Batch extraction Continuous extraction Discontinuous extraction	The course is about solvent extractions which are the part of chemistry itself.
Technical Writing and Communication in English	Language and communication Distinct features of speech Linguistic unity Coherence and cohesion Expository and argumentative writing Formal and informal writings Common errors to be avoided Transitional and concluding paragraphs	English is an important subject to be studied by students of every branch, so this course helps to learn the basics of the English language.
Thermodynamic and Statistical Physics	Laws of thermodynamics and their consequences Thermodynamic potentials Maxwell relations Micro- and macro-states Micro-canonical Classical and quantum statistics Blackbody radiation and Planck’s distribution law	The course imparts the knowledge of laws and other factors of thermodynamics.
Computer Fundamentals	Characteristics & features of Computers Algorithm and Flowcharts Generation of Computers Classification of Computers Types of Programming Languages Computer Memory Operating system Concepts	Here students learn about the fundamentals and working of the computer system.
Quantitative Methods Of Analysis	Precipitation methods Volatilization methods Drying and Ignition of precipitates Practical gravimetric procedures Volumetric Analysis Gravimetric titrimetry Coulometric titrimetry	This course is about analytical chemistry.

 

Syllabus For B.Tech in Physical Science:

Bachelor of Technology Syllabus

Semester I	Semester II	Semester III	Semester IV
Geometry and Calculus	Linear Algebra and Differential Equations	Complex Analysis and Integral Transforms	Numerical Methods, Partial Differential Equations and Calculus of Variation
Physics I	Physics II	Computer Networks And DBMS	Modern Optics or Analytical and Computational Chemistry
Chemistry I	Engineering Materials	Optics and Electromagnetic Waves	Classical Mechanics
Basic Mechanical Engineering	Basic Electronics and Computer Engineering	Organic Chemistry and Polymer Science	Earth System Science
Basic Electrical Engineering	Engineering Mechanics	Remote Sensing and Applications	Measurements and Instrumentation
Physics Lab I	Engineering Graphics	Introduction to Economics	Introduction to Social Science and Ethics
Chemistry Lab I	Basic Electronics and Electrical Engineering Lab	Physics Lab II or Chemistry Lab II	Optics Lab or Computational Chemistry Lab
Basic Engineering Lab	Basic Programming Lab	Remote Sensing Lab	Earth System Science Lab
Communication Skills Lab	—	—-	Measurement and Instrumentation Lab

Bachelor of Technology (Physical Science) Syllabus

Semester V	Semester VI	Semester VII	Semester VIII
Probability and Statistics	Statistical Mechanics	Principles of Management System	Stream Comprehensive Vice-Voce
Quantum Mechanics	Atomic, Molecular and Nuclear Physics	Stream Elective IV	Project Work
Atmospheric and Ocean Science	Pattern Recognition	Stream Elective V	—
Introduction to Astronomy and Astrophysics	Stream Elective I	Department Elective	—
Environmental Science and Engineering	Stream Elective II	Institute Elective	—
Computational Physics Lab	Stream Elective III	Elective Lab	—
Digital Signal Processing or Basic of Chemical Engineering	Modern Physics Lab	Seminar	—
Digital Signal Processing Lab or Chemical Engineering Lab	—	—	—

Job Profiles After Physical Science Course

Candidates who will successfully graduate in B. Tech with Physical Sciences can find a range of rewarding career opportunities such as the ones listed below with the corresponding job descriptions and salaries offered:

After B.Tech:

Job Profiles

Designation	Description
Academic Editor- Physical Science	Responsible for focusing on specific subjects of expertise such as Health, technology and medicine.
Research Scientists	Responsible for carrying and planning out experiments in different fields like geosciences, medical research, meteorology and pharmacology and planning.
Process Safety Engineer	Responsible for developing practices for process safety strategies and supporting the project team for purpose and cost.
Assistant Professor	Responsible for teaching lab sessions as adhering to lab safety, assigned and hazardous waste disposal.

Job after successful completion of B.Sc in Physical Science:

Physical Science Jobs after B.Sc

Job Profile	Description
Research Scientist	A research scientist is supposed to make research on ceramic materials.
Clinical Research Scientist	One is responsible for analysing, formulating and interpreting various clinical development plans.
Chemical Research Scientist	The concerned person has to conduct various research to develop new chemical products.
Pharmacist	A pharmacist has to develop automated data and analytics to support pharmacy services.
Quality Control Manager	The person is responsible for handling lab and quality assurance of products.

Physical Science Course Application form

The candidates must read all the points given below to apply for the course of Physical Science:

• The applicants can apply through online mode.
• Candidates must check their eligibility before applying for this course.
• Candidates must fill the application form correctly and carefully otherwise authority will reject the registration form.
• Candidate must have qualified the JEE Main with valid scores to apply for the course in B.Tech.
• Only those candidates will be called for the interview and counselling who have completed the application process.

Admission Process

In B.sc physical admissions are done through both merit and entrance test. The different cutoff is prepared by the colleges.

For B.Tech

• Institute generally take their entrance test for the admission to the course. 
• Candidates have to qualify JEE to get admission in this course.
• JEE Mains offers two papers and candidates are required to take anyone paper for admission, or both as required in their discipline.
• The maximum number of valid attempts that a candidate can avail for JEE Mains is 3, while for JEE Advanced, it is 2.

Physical Science Course Highlights

Candidate can check the overview of the physical course from the below-given table:

Physical Science Basic Details

Branch Name	Physical Science
Popular Courses	B.Tech/M.tech and B.Sc/M.Sc
Duration of course	B.Tech- 4 years B.sc- 2 years
Selection Criteria	Based on the merit in JEE main and other institute exams

About Physical Science

The interdisciplinary field of physical science combines studies in math, chemistry,  medicine, environmental science and geology. Through these courses, candidates can explore the world around them to understand the non-living systems. Physical science courses are available in undergraduate degree programs in chemistry,  physics and the earth sciences, which include geology, oceanography and meteorology.

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