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ENGINEERING SCIENCE

1. Introduction to Engineering Science

  • Basic Concepts of Engineering:
    • Definition and Scope of Engineering Science
    • Relationship between Engineering Science and Technology
  • Branches of Engineering:
    • Mechanical, Electrical, Civil, Chemical, and Computer Engineering
  • Engineering Materials:
    • Properties of materials used in engineering (Metals, Polymers, Ceramics, and Composites)

2. Units and Measurements

  • Fundamental Quantities:
    • Length, Mass, Time, Temperature, and Electrical Quantity
  • SI Units:
    • International System of Units and their Importance in Engineering
  • Dimensional Analysis:
    • Dimensions of physical quantities
    • Dimensional formulae and their applications
  • Significant Figures and Accuracy:
    • Rules for significant figures
    • Measurement accuracy, errors, and their types

3. Mechanics

  • Force and Motion:
    • Definition of force, types of forces (contact and non-contact)
    • Newton’s Laws of Motion and their applications
    • Relationship between force, mass, and acceleration (F = ma)
  • Work, Energy, and Power:
    • Work done by a force, energy and types of energy (kinetic, potential)
    • Conservation of energy
    • Power and its calculation (P = Work/time)
  • Friction:
    • Types of friction (Static, Kinetic)
    • Laws of friction
    • Applications and reduction of friction
  • Mechanical Advantage and Efficiency:
    • Simple machines and their mechanical advantage (Levers, Pulleys, Inclined planes)
    • Efficiency of machines and energy losses

4. Thermodynamics

  • Heat and Temperature:
    • Difference between heat and temperature
    • Temperature scales (Celsius, Kelvin, Fahrenheit)
    • Thermal expansion and its effects
  • Laws of Thermodynamics:
    • Zeroth, First, and Second Laws of Thermodynamics
    • Application of the laws in engineering systems
  • Thermal Conductivity:
    • Concepts of heat transfer (Conduction, Convection, and Radiation)
    • Coefficient of thermal conductivity and its significance
  • Engines and Refrigeration:
    • Working of heat engines (Carnot engine, Internal combustion engine)
    • Refrigeration cycle and its applications

5. Fluid Mechanics

  • Properties of Fluids:
    • Density, Pressure, Viscosity, and Surface Tension
  • Pressure in Fluids:
    • Pascal’s Law and its applications
    • Hydrostatic pressure and buoyancy
  • Fluid Flow:
    • Types of fluid flow (Laminar, Turbulent)
    • Bernoulli’s principle and its applications in engineering
  • Flow Measurement Devices:
    • Venturi meter, orifice plate, and Pitot tube

6. Electrical Engineering

  • Basic Electrical Concepts:
    • Electric charge, electric current, and potential difference
    • Ohm’s Law and its application in electrical circuits
  • Electrical Circuits:
    • Series and parallel circuits
    • Kirchhoff’s Laws and their applications
    • Power in electrical circuits (P = VI)
  • Magnetic Effects of Current:
    • Magnetic field and its sources (Current-carrying wire, solenoid)
    • Electromagnetic induction and Faraday’s Law
  • Electrical Machines:
    • Motors, generators, transformers, and their working principles

7. Material Science

  • Mechanical Properties of Materials:
    • Stress and strain, Hooke’s Law
    • Young’s Modulus and Modulus of Rigidity
  • Types of Materials:
    • Ferrous and Non-ferrous materials, Alloys
    • Properties of metals like strength, hardness, ductility, and malleability
  • Heat Treatment of Metals:
    • Annealing, Quenching, Tempering, and their effects on material properties
  • Polymers and Composites:
    • Types of polymers (Thermoplastics, Thermosets)
    • Reinforced composite materials and their applications

8. Basic Electrical and Electronics Engineering

  • Semiconductors and Diodes:
    • Introduction to semiconductors, intrinsic and extrinsic materials
    • Working of a P-N junction and Diode
  • Transistors and Amplifiers:
    • Construction and working of transistors (NPN and PNP)
    • Transistor applications as a switch and amplifier
  • Basic Electronics:
    • Capacitors, Resistors, Inductors, and their use in circuits
    • Rectifiers and filters

9. Engineering Drawing and CAD

  • Basic Engineering Drawing:
    • Types of drawings (Orthographic projection, Isometric views)
    • Drawing of basic machine components and symbols
  • Computer-Aided Design (CAD):
    • Introduction to CAD software
    • Basic 2D and 3D modeling techniques

10. Engineering Ethics and Safety

  • Engineering Ethics:
    • Importance of ethics in engineering practice
    • Professional responsibility and environmental considerations
  • Safety Measures in Engineering:
    • Safety protocols in laboratories and workshops
    • Personal protective equipment (PPE) and its use
    • Understanding of standard engineering safety regulations