Chemistry

ABOUT THE DEPARTMENT

Chemistry is one of the premier Departments in the Faculty of Science was established in 1973. Since its inception, the department has been providing the need based quality education to the students of Chemistry. Over the last five decades, the department has built up its reputation as one among the best.  At present, the Department has experienced, qualified and highly dedicated faculty members to mentor and guide the students. 

  The syllabus offered by the department at Undergraduate level is aimed at providing students with a strong foundation of the subject and making them proficient in both theory and practical, so that they are ready to take up higher studies in Chemistry in any reputed institution all over the world. The college Central Library houses 1433 books, e-journals and INFLIBNET services. The department has two well equipped laboratories to cater the needs of the students. Department of Chemistry has a good infrastructure, enthusiastic, competent and well – qualified faculty members. The department has opened its door of knowledge to encourage the students and the faculty members to be involved themselves in Research activities through writing research articles, presenting papers in National and international level and also to publish the papers in the well reputed Journals. As a result, research papers have been published in national and international journals. Faculty members of the department have participated, presented research papers and are keeping their interest to enhance their research interest being a part of seminars/workshops frequently organized.

During the last 20 years, the faculty members of the Department have received financial assistance for their research work provided by UGC. The research group of the department is engaged in highly productive research work in some of the important areas of the subject such as polymers, coordination chemistry and sensors. At present, one of the faculty members has been recognized as Research Guide from the University of Mysore.

The department has an MoU relationship with institutes and industries for the students to do their projects and faculty exchange programme. The basic idea is to promote the learners to think beyond the textbooks and do some research to understand the concept in a more concrete way. Over the years, the department has conducted several national and state-level seminars and workshops on frontier areas of chemistry for the benefit of the students and faculty. The department has established research collaborations with laboratories and institutes. The faculty of the department has travelled extensively in India and abroad to deliver invited talks at National and International conferences. The Department, organizes special lecture programmes by eminent speakers on topics of general interests and subject for the students and staff of the college

In order to promote and to encourage the students to excel in their studies, various cash prizes have been instituted. All the awards/cash prizes carry certificates which will be given to the students who excel in their examinations every year on the occasion of the Founders’- Day.

 

PROGRAMME OFFERED

B.Sc (PCM) – Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics

 

OBJECTIVES OF THE PROGRAMME

• To provide a broad foundation in chemistry that stresses scientific reasoning and analytical problem solving with a molecular perspective.
• To provide students with the skills required to succeed in graduate school, chemical industry and professional college.
• To expose the students to a broad breadth of experimental techniques using modern instrumentation.
• To develop scientific outlook not only with respect to science but also in all aspects to life.

 

PROGRAM OUTCOMES

Bachelor of Science (BSc) offers theoretical as well as practical knowledge about different subjects such as Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics. This programme is most beneficial for students who have a strong interest and background in Science. 

Following are the various programme outcomes:

1. Demonstrate proficiency in mathematics and the mathematical concepts needed for a   proper understanding of Physics.
2. Develop and understand the value of Mathematical proof and demonstrate proficiency in writing and understanding proofs.
3. The programme makes the students ready to take up jobs in various sectors such as research firms, health care industry, chemical industry, testing laboratories, Software Company, banks, etc. 
4. Demonstrate the ability to justify and explain their thinking and/or approach.

 

1. Students are expected to have an understanding of the analytical methods required to interpret and analyze results and draw conclusions as supported by their data.
2. Students are also expected to develop written and oral communication skills in science and mathematics related topics.
3. Students are able to analyze inorganic and organic molecules.
4. The programme develops the team spirit and co- ordination in students through experiential and investigative laboratory learning.
5. Develop laboratory skills and professional communication skills. 
6. Appreciate the role of chemistry in the society.
7. The ability to understand, analyze and develop software programs in the areas related to system software,  web design, application program, database, graphics and networking for efficient design of technology of varying complexity. 
8. Students will use effective technology appropriately, such as PowerPoint, slides, posters, handouts, and transparencies in oral presentations.
9. Develop personal skills such as the ability to work both independently and in a group. 
10. Acquire academic abilities, personal qualities and transferable skills, which will give them an opportunity to develop as responsible citizens.

 

COURSE OUTCOMES

SEMESTER-I

Able to understand periodic properties and classification of  elements according to properties & Structure of atom Application of Schrodinger equation and Learn about quantum numbers Understand the concepts of basic organic chemistry and importance of organic molecules in daily life. Learn about classification of liquid mixtures and their properties  Application of Nernst distribution law with respect to solvent extraction process and  Numerical problems To know the different Purification techniques of organic compounds.  Able to understand the concept of Stoichiometry and its relation to reactions Learn to name organic compounds and their reactions.

SEMESTER-II

Know about chemical bonding and its importance  Able to know the properties and mechanisms of Aromatic hydrocarbons & Alkylhalides Understand the kinetics of chemical reactions and their mechanism  Able to understand electrolytes and types of electrolytic effects Capable of understand the concept of hydrolysis of salt and its types, degree of hydrolysis and its relationship with Hydrolysis of salt. pH of solutions and its calculations Know about Preparation and synthetic applications of organic reagents and their advantages over inorganic reagents Capable to understand the techniques to manufacture of soaps, detergents and waxes

SEMESTER-III

To be familiar with Chemistry of d and f-block elements. Understand the Electronic spectra of transition metal complexes Learn about organo metallic compounds and their reactions Understand chemical reactions of Alcohols, Ethers, Epoxides, Crown ethers and carbonyl compounds on the basis of their functional groups Learn about to different theories of reaction rates and laws of thermodynamics Know about free energy concept Learn about Symmetry of elements, Miller indices, Bravis lattices and X-ray diffraction studies and  Numerical problems Understand the  principle, instrumentation and applications of different types of  Chromatographic techniques Learn about Nanotechnology Understand the Structure and classification of Amino acids and proteins.

SEMESTER-IV

Learn about the Classification of ligands and the theories of coordinate bonding Understand the  application of co-ordination complexes Capable of understand the terms related to structure, stereochemistry and reactions of Carbohydrates  Know about the application of conductance measurements and conductometric titrations To know about physical and chemical properties of liquids

SEMESTER-V : PAPER V

Learn about chemistry of d and f-block elements. Capable of understand the spectra of co-ordination complexes and metal clusters Learn about Classification of ligands and the theories of structure and bonding Application of co-ordination complexes.

SEMESTER-V : PAPER VI

Capable of understand the terms related to stereochemistry, structure and reactions of   Carbohydrates. Understand the principles of green chemistry, synthetic polymer and Molecular rearrangements and their applications Learn about the synthesis and its applications of ethyl acetoacetate & keto-enol tautomerism  Capable of interpreting colour with the constitution of a molecule and learn about the synthesis of dyes.  Learn about Isoprene rule, methods of isolation of terpenes and their structures Understand the concepts of Chromatographic techniques..

SEMESTER-V : PAPER VII

Learn about Symmetry of elements, Miller indices, Bravais lattices and X-ray diffraction and numerical problems Understand the principles of synthesis liquid crystals and their applications Understand the principle, construction and working of spectrophotometry and photochemistry. Capable of understanding the principles and applications of rotational, vibrational, Raman and electronic spectroscopy.

SEMESTER-VI : PAPER VIII

Know about the classification of silicates and, selection of reducing agents from Ellingham diagrams Be able to understand the different methods of metallurgical process Capable of interpreting structure and reactions of different  industrial materials   Learn about fuels, propellants, nanotechnology, carbon nanotubes, nanowires and  nanomaterials. Understand the chemistry of silicates, zeolites, carbides, fullerenes and halogen compounds.

SEMESTER-VI : PAPER IX

learn about reactions and synthesis of heterocyclic compounds. Understand the structure, properties, reactions & application of synthetic drugs, alkaloids, vitamins, pesticides Capable of understanding the concepts of UV, IR and NMR techniques  Able to understand the structure and reactions of amino acids, and proteins.

SEMESTER-VI : PAPER X

Able to understand the principles of electrochemistry and its applications  Capable of understand the concept of conductance measurements and conductometric titrations Know about EMF, types of electrodes and application of electromotive force  understand the concepts of chemical kinetics, rate of reactions and mechanisms of reactions Understand about phase rule and its application

 

PROGRAMME SPECIFIC OUTCOMES

 

After completing the B.Sc (PCM) programme students are able to:

1. Take up competitive examinations as the knowledge of science is a definite advantage at the entrance examination of Indian Administrative Services and other state and central Govt. services.
2. Develop scientific temper and thus can prove to be more beneficial for the society.
3. Develop proficiency in the analysis of complex physical problems and the use of mathematical or other appropriate techniques to solve them.
4. Demonstrate skills in the use of Computers. 
5. Create a hypothesis and appreciate how it relates to broader theories.
6. Apply appropriate techniques for the qualitative and quantitative analysis of chemicals in laboratories and in industries.
7. Develop proficiency in the analysis of complex physical problems and the use of mathematical or other appropriate techniques to solve them.
8. The programme leads the students to the advanced studies i.e. M. Sc and then do some research in multi and inter-disciplinary science for the welfare of the society.
9. Demonstrate professional behaviour such as being objective, unbiased and truthful in all aspects of work and avoiding unethical, irrational behaviour such as fabricating, falsifying or misrepresenting data

                                                                                         

CURRICULUM

CBCS Semester scheme

 

SYLLABUS

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COURSE STRUCTURE

 

Semester	course	Credits
I Semester	Discipline Specific Course- I (DSC-I)	6
II Semester	Discipline Specific Course -II (DSC-II)	6
III Semester	Discipline Specific Course -III (DSC-III)	6
IV Semester	Discipline Specific Course- IV(DSC-IV)	6
V Semester	Discipline Specific Elective-I (DSE-I)	6
	Skill Enhancement Course-1 (SEC-1)	2
VI Semester	Discipline Specific Elective -II (DSE-II)	6
	Skill Enhancement Course-2 (SEC-2)	2
Total Credits		36

 

LABORATORY FACILITIES

The department has two well equipped laboratories to perform the experiments in the three branches of chemistry., viz. Inorganic Chemistry, Organic Chemistry and Physical Chemistry.

CRITERIA FOR ADMISSION

Admission to UG Programme is offered on the basis of marks obtained in the qualifying examination (10+2) followed by document verification at the time of final admission.

LEARNING RESOURCES

• Central library with 2970 books  with 124 Titles, journals and INFLIBNET services
• E-learning resources
• Department library
• Laboratory Experiments
• Special Lectures ,Workshops, Seminar

 

CONTACT DETAILS OF HOD

Dr. B. K. Kendagannaswamy

e-mail-bkkswamy1991@gmail.com

Contact Number: +91 9845659939