Department of
Physics and Material Science, TIET

Creating the foundation and strengthening the base of every technology

Physics is about the curiosity to explore how and why the objects around us behave the way they do. Discoveries in physics have been fundamental to the numerous technological advances we enjoy today. They are shaping our future. Physics is both exciting and challenging. If you are inquiring and playful, this is the field you should study. The rewards include the satisfaction of better understanding of the objects - both living and lifeless - around us and the development of various skills that only a few people possess. Employers are just looking for such human resources.

Confluence of Theoretical and Experimental Science

The faculty members affiliated to the Department of Physics and Materials Science have expertise in theoretical nuclear science, particle physics, computational physics, nonlinear dynamics as well as experimental materials science, nano-medicine, magnetism, functional nanostructures, photovoltaics and experimental nuclear physics. Department houses cutting-edge experimental and high performance computational facilities. Faculty members have a synergetic approach towards their academic and research endeavors. Department has an established reputation of delivering interdisciplinary technology with strong theoretical back up.

Experiential Learning

Experimental work forms an important aspect of learning. The Department provides training in problem solving, instrumentation and measurement techniques as well analysis. We also ensure that all the students are exposed to the world of measurements at an early stage. Most of the courses have a lab component and practical work is compulsory for all programs. Students spend a large chunk of their learning time in hands-on experiments. The Department has well-maintained teaching laboratories those cater to the curiosity of the students. All PG students get involved in research. Even the UG students are given formal as well as informal exposure of research based learning.

Mission

·        To deliver rigorous education in various disciplines of physics, equipping students to tackle scientific and engineering challenges.

·       To cultivate skilled individuals who will contribute to the academic, scientific and industrial progress of the nation.

·        To pursue fundamental and applied research across diverse interdisciplinary fields of physics and materials science.

Vision

To be recognised as a leading department that imparts high quality education and carries out research with a strong focus on emerging fields of physics and materials science


Message from Head of the Department

Dr. B. N. Chudasama

The DPMS from its modest beginning in 1960s has now evolved into one of the most vibrant and dynamic academic units of Thapar Institute of Engineering and Technology. Today it stands as one of the leading departments in the country, well-known for its excellence in teaching and research. Sustaining the achieved success in the academic and research pursuits has been the driving force among the faculty, students and the support staff. The DPMS is the proud recipient of the DST-FIST grant, both stages - I & II. DPMS has been regularly awarded R&D projects from the leading national funding agencies, e.g., DST, SERB, UGC, CSIR, AICTE, DAE, DRDO, BRNS, MeitY, MHRD. The scholars of the department have bagged prestigious award and fellowships that includes Fulbright fellowship, Commonwealth fellowship, Kothari fellowship, Visvesvaraya Young Faculty Research fellowship etc. The department has dedicated research labs on diverse field of physical science and interdisciplinary topics. The department is not only trying to unveil fundamental mechanism of physical science but also providing local solutions of global problems. For example, scholars of DPMS have developed glass and bio ceramics from stubble, while stubble burning causes huge pollution during post harvesting season. Metal foam for armor, thin film for solar cell, membrane for water purification, electromagnetic wave shielding; the list of achievements of the DPMS are long. The alumni of the department are established in diverse fields, mainly, research and teaching in leading institutes of India and abroad.


Excellence-oriented Academic Programmes

The Department offers pragrams at Bachelor's (BSc), Master's (MSc) and Doctoral (PhD) levels. The Bachelor's program (BSc with Physics major) is conducted in conjuction with the Thapar School of Liberal Arts and Sciences (TSLAS). Each of the programs is designed and developed with the aim of supporting students in their endeavors to pursue higher studies and explore job opportunities in related industries. Research based learning has been the theme of our programs.


Research-Intensive Training

Delivering excellence via varied research avenues, trained faculty and innovation

Research Areas

 

SPONSORED PROJECTS [2019-2024]

 

Facilities

  • X-ray Diffractometer (Philips)
  • Scanning Electron Microscope (JEOL)
  • Scanning Force Microscope (ND-MDT)
  • Differential Thermal Analyzer (Perkin Elmer)
  • Differential Scanning Calorimeter (LINSEIS L63)
  • Dilatometer (DIL 402 PC Netzsch)
  • Polarizing microscope (Olympus)
  • Temperature controller (Linkam, TP 94 THMS600)
  • LCR meter (Fluke)
  • LCR meter (Agilent 4284A )
  • Differential Scanning Calorimeter (LINSEIS L63)
  • Fourier Transform Infrared Spectroscope (FTIR)
  • Electrometer (Keithly)
  • P-E Loop tracer
  • Lock in amplifier
  • Spin coater
  • Abbe’s Refractometer
  • Wear Testing Machine
  • Ultrasonic Flow Detector
  • Milli-Q water systems
  • Argon Ion Laser System
  • Creep Measurement Setup
  • Gamma-ray Spectrometer
  • Fatigue Testing Machine
  • Inverted Metallurgical Microscope with Image Analyzer
  • Polarizing Microscope
  • Microhardness Tester
  • Rockwell Hardness Tester
  • Universal Testing Machine
  • High Temperature Furnaces
  • High Energy Ball Mills
  • Solar Simulator
  • Electro-optic & Thermo-optic Measurement Setup
  • Corrosion Resistance Measurement Setup
  • Major Milestones

  • DST FIST-I

    2012

  • DST-FIST-II

    2019

  • DST-PURSE

    2024 

Competent Faculty to assist you

Our faculties are competent in what they do. We encourage you to take full advantage of their expertise and use it for your purpose.  We  take pride in making you realize your full potential.

 


Alumni Success Stories

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Latest Placements

6 Lakh per Annum

Average Salary Package

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  • Extensive exposure , Lucrative career opportunities, excellent placement prospects for students.
  • Students are placed in leading educational, research institutes and commercial companies of national and international reputation in India and abroad

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