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Overview

Physics plays a vital role to enrich the science. It is the fact behind every action occurring in our surroundings. With the motive to enlighten the students’ knowledge in physics, Dr.N.G.P. Arts and Science College established the Department of Physics in the year 2015. Since then, the sole objective of this department is to ignite the minds of students to relish the beauty of Physics. As Physics is the basic science required behind every innovative creation, the students in this department are cultivated to churn their minds in innovative area.

Started with only undergraduate course in 2015, the department started its post graduate course in the year 2018, M.Phil., and Ph.D., courses in the year 2019. The courses offered in this department are focus on diverse fields with depth in their respective streams. With a team of dedicated faculties and substantial infrastructural facilities, the department march towards Excellence!!!

Courses

Duration

3 Years

Commencement

July

Intake

60

Eligibility

H.S.C. Passed with Mathematics, Physics and Chemistry

Duration

2 Years

Commencement

July

Intake

30

Eligibility

B.Sc. Physics with Mathematics/Mathematics (C.A.) as one of the allied subjects or B.Sc. Physics with Computer Application with Mathematics as one of the allied subjects/B.Sc. Applied Physics

Duration

1 Year (FT) / 2 years (PT)

Commencement

October

Eligibility

M.Sc. Physics with 55% or above

Duration

2 Years for M.Phil. / 3 Years for M.Sc. Physics Graduates

Commencement

July & October

Eligibility

M.Sc. / M.Phil. Physics with 55% or above

Vision

To inculcate, promote scientific principles and technological developments in par with societal needs and envisages achieving excellence in various areas of research with ethical standards.

Mission

Foster creativity, encourage inter-disciplinary thinking, provide good academic ambience, educational and research experience that connects academia with industry for ensured career opportunity.

Department Activites (2024-25)

Guest Lecture/Invited Lecture

S. No. Date Name and Designation of the Resource Person Topic

1

28.02.2025

1.Dr. S. Logeshkumar, Consultant - Expert Electronics,

KV Industries, Greenerg Energy Solutions, Coimbatore

2. Dr. M. Ulaganathan, Associate Professor,

Department of Physics, Amrita Viswa Vidyapeetham

1.Modern Hybrid Electric Vehicles

2.Essential Approaches for Sustainable Change

2

26.12.2024

Dr. Ritendra Sharma, Director, Centre for Indic Studies, Indus University, Gujarat in association with Centre for IKS

The Relevance

of Indian Knowledge System in 21st Century

3

09.10.2024

Dr. S.A. Ilangovan, Former Scientist, ISRO

Mimics of Materials for Aerospace

4

12.09.2024

Dr. R. Chandrasekaran, Professor, Dept. of Commerce Finance, Dr. N.G.P. ASC

Applied Physics concepts in analyzing stock market

Seminar / Workshop / Conferences organized

S. No. Date Nature of the Event (Conference/ Seminar/ Workshop) Title of the Event Resource Person

1

3.2.2025 to 7.2.2025

FDP (5 Day)

Integration of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in Teaching and Research

1.Dr. B. M. Sankarshan, Assistant Professor in Physics at Department of Physics, The National Institute of Engineering, Mysuru.
2.Er. Sindhu Mohana, Senior Engineering Manager, Walmart Global Tech, Bengaluru.
3.Dr. Soujanya Yarasi, Senior principal scientist,
Polymers & Functional Materials Division CSIR-Indian Institute of Chemical Technology, Hyderabad.
4.Dr. Chitra Ravi, Research Director at Cybersena (R&D) India Pvt. Ltd., Bangalore.

5.Dr Charudutta Pathak, Rt. Professor at Symbiosis Skills and Professional University, Pune.

2

23.12.2024 to 28.12.2024

Workshop (5 Day)

Materials Science and Modelling

1.Dr. P. Balraj, Associate Professor, CIT; Coimbatore,

2.Dr. B. Gokul, Assistant Professor, Kongunadu Arts and Science College and 3.Dr. Mohanraj, Assistant Professor, KPRIET, Coimbatore

3

15 and 16.10.2024

International Conference (2 Day)

Smart NextGen Nanomaterials for Sustainable Development of Energy and Environment - An Interdisciplinary Approach

1.Dr. N. Vijayan, Sr. Principal Scientist &amp;

Professor, AcSIR CSIR-NPL.

2.Dr. Bhuvanesh Ramakrishnan, Associate

Professor, IIT Hyderabad.

3.Dr. A. Pandikumar, Senior Scientist, CERCI, Karaikudi.

4.Dr. Mani Govindasamy, Assistant Professor, Division Director, Ming Chi University of Technology, Taiwan.

5.Dr. Valparai Surangani Manikandan, PDF, University of Atacama, Chile, and Dr. Balamurugan Jayaraman, Research Assistant Professor, Korea Advanced institute of Science and Technology, Korea

4

2.8.2024

Workshop

Hands on training on Chromatographic and Separation techniques

Dr R. Ravikumar, Associate Professor and Head, Department of Chemistry, Dr. N.G.P. Arts and Science College, Coimbatore

5

31.7.2024

Workshop

AI Tools for Budding Scientist

Dr. G. Angeline Prasanna, Professor,

Department of Computer Science,

Dr. N.G.P. Arts and Science College, Coimbatore

Student Development Programme

S. No. Date Title Resource Person

1.

21.2.2025

Hands on training in Origin Software

Mr. V.M. Hariharan, PhD Scholar, Department of Physics, Dr. N.G.P. Arts and Science College

2.

21.1.2025

Basics of Python

Ms. Aswathi NV and Mr. Manu Mathai, II M.Sc. Physics

3.

30.12.2024

Learning reduction technique for medium resolution spectroscopic data obtained from Vainu Bappu observatory, Kavalur

Ms. V. Priyadharshini, II M.Sc. Physics

4.

14.10.2024

Manufacturing of Rubber Products

Ms. Mohana Priya, II M.Sc. Physics

5.

25.9.2024

Manufacturing and Calibration of Electrical and Electronic Horns and Electric Vehicles

Mr. K. Ajay, III B.Sc. Physics

6.

30.7.2024

Measuring Po and Bo value correction and differences in each latitude for KTT sun's image chart

Mr. B. Mohammed Roshan, II M.Sc. Physics

Faculty Professional Development Programme

S.No Date Title Resource Person
1 10.01.2025 Transforming Trash into Treasure: Sustainable Synthesis of Reduced Graphene Oxide Dr. Martin Sam Gnanaraj, Assistant Professor, Dr. N.G.P. ASC
2 29.10.2024 Quantum Computing Dr. R. Karunathan, Assistant Professor, Dr. N.G.P. ASC
3 28.10.2024 Internet of Things for Academic and Research Activities Dr. R. Dilip. Assistant Professor, Dr. N.G.P. ASC

Alumni Interaction

S.No Date Title Alumni
1 14.03.2025 System Application and Products (SAP) for Carrier Advancement Ms. G. Catherin, Packaged App Development Associate, Coimbatore
2 24.01.2025 Carrier Opportunities in Physics Mr. R. Sivaananthavela and Mr. K. Christopher Rozario, Managing Directors, INPHOENOX Edu- Tech, Coimbatore
3 17.08.2024 Accenture Placement Training Mr. Dinesh Kumar, Software Developer, Accenture, Bangalore

Extension Activities

S.No Date Nature of the extension Place Students involved
1 28.2.2025 Field Visit Sri Ram Karthic Polymers, Coimbatore II B.Sc. Physics
2 26.2.2025 School Reach out Programme Government Higher Secondary School, Ganapathy, Coimbatore II B.Sc. Physics
3 01.02.2025 Energy Literacy Awareness Karamadai Village, Coimbatore II B.Sc. Physics

Co-curricular Activities

S.No Date Name of the Event
1 23.8.2024 Online Quiz in view of National Space Day
2 16.8.2024 Interdepartmental Competitions in view of National Space Day
3 14.8.2024 Project Exhibition- In-house in view of National Space Day

Other Activities

S.No Date Title Resource Person

1

29.07 2024

Ozone Day Awareness

Department of Physics, Dr. N.G.P. Arts and Science College, Coimbatore

2

26.02. 2025

Science day Celebration

Department of Physics, Dr. N.G.P. Arts and Science College, Coimbatore

3

25.01.2025

Planetary Alignment -Sky Watch

Department of Physics, Dr. N.G.P. Arts and Science College, Coimbatore

4

10.09.2024

Carrier guidance in scope for law as a profession

Ms. M.C. Kiruthika, advocate & Mr. S. P. Karthik Shriram, LLB, Alumnus.

5

29.8.2024

Interschool meet in view of National space day - Cosmic Connection

Department of Physics, Dr. N.G.P. Arts and Science College, Coimbatore
 

Archive (2015-2022)

 
 

Faculty Details

01. Associate Professor & HOD (i/c)
Girija
Dr. K. Girija
M.Sc., M. Phil., Ph. D.

girija.k@drngpasc.ac.in

Experience

Teaching: 11 years | Research: 11 years

Specialization

Nanoscience and Technology

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02. Professor
Selvakumar
Dr. V. Gopala Krishnan
M. Sc., M. Phil., Ph. D.

gopalakrishnan@drngpasc.ac.in

Experience

Teaching: 12 years | Research: 13 years

Specialization

Gas sensing Oxide Materials, Li-Ion Battery

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03. Associate Professor
Ananthan
Dr.M.R.Ananthan
M.Sc., Ph.D.(Post Doc)

ananthanmr@drngpasc.ac.in

Experience

Teaching: 10.5 Years | Industry : 2.5 years | Research : 20 Years

Specialization

CIGSSe, CZTS based thin film solar cells & materials

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04. Assistant Professor
Revathi
Mrs. R. Revathi
M.Sc., M.Phil., B.Ed. (Ph.D.)

rrevathi@drngpasc.ac.in

Experience

Teaching: 13 Years | Research: 7 Years

Specialization

Nanomaterials, Thin film Technology

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05. Assistant Professor
Karunathan
Dr. R. Karunathan
M.Sc., M.Phil., Ph.D., FARA.

drkarunathan@drngpasc.ac.in

Experience

Teaching: 9.6 years | Research: 7 Years

Specialization

Molecular Quantum Mechanics, Computational Physics

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06. Assistant Professor
Dilip
Dr. R. Dilip
M.Sc., Ph.D.

dilip@drngpasc.ac.in

Experience

Teaching: 5.7 Years | Research: 9 years

Specialization

Nano Technology, Magnetic materials and Photovoltaic Cells

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07. Assistant Professor
Dr.J. Martin Sam Gnaraj
Dr.J. Martin Sam Gnaraj
M.Sc., Ph.D.

martinsamgnaraj@drngpasc.ac.in

Experience

Teaching: 8 Years | Research : 13 Years

Specialization

Crystal Growth, Nanomaterials

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B.Sc. Physics

Programme educational objectives

The Curriculum is designed to attain the following learning goals which students shall accomplish by the time of their graduation:

  • Producing graduates who are well acquainted with the fundamentals of Physics and requisite skills, in order to use their knowledge in Physics in a wide range of practical applications.
  • Developing creative thinking and the power of imagination to enable graduates work in research in academia and industry for broader applications.
  • Relating the training of Physics graduates to the employment opportunities within the country.
  • To promote societal values through Physics related activities.

Programme outcomes

On the successful completion of the B.Sc Physics programme, the following are the expected outcomes

PO Number PO Statement
P01 Demonstrate an understanding of basic scientific principles, theories, and laws in Physics as well as an awareness of the changing nature of science.
P02 Analyze, interpret, and evaluate scientific hypotheses and theories using rigorous methods use appropriate mathematical techniques and concepts to obtain quantitative solutions to problems in physics.
P03 Demonstrate basic experimental skills by the practice of setting up and conducting experiments with minimizing measurement errors.
P04 Demonstrate a qualitative understanding of the core physics ideas and the relationship of this physics to the humanities through both written and oral communication.
P05 Demonstrate an ability to recognize the need for life-long learning for sustaining professional career.

 

M.Sc. Physics

Programme educational objectives

The curriculum is designed to attain the following learning goals which students shall accomplish by the time of their graduation:

  • To produce graduates with advanced knowledge in Physics and requisite skills, in order to use their knowledge in Physics in a wide range of practical applications.
  • To develop creative thinking and the power of imagination to enable graduates work in research in academia and industry for broader applications.
  • To relate the training of Physics graduates to the employment opportunities within the country.
  • To promote societal values through Physics related activities.

Programme outcomes

On the successful completion of the M. Sc. Physics programme, the following are the expected outcomes.

PO Number PO Statement
P01 Apply theoretical knowledge of principles and concepts of Physics to practical problems.
P02 Develop skills in planning and carrying out advanced physics experiments.
P03 Solve scientific problems by applying a combination of theory, numerical simulation, and experiments.
P04 Relate critically to scientific models.
P05 Examining specific phenomena theoretically and experimentally, to contribute to the generation of new scientific insights or to the innovation of new applications of physics research.

Department Achievements (2024-25)

Staff Publication

S.No Name of the Faculty Title Journal Name ISSN / ISBN No., Date of publishing, Vol. No. Impact Factor Indexed in (SCI/WoS/UGC/SSCI/Scopus)

1.

Dr. R. Dilip

Enhance the efficiency of solar still by using alkoxide nanoparticle upturn the productivity rate of distilled water

Journal of Environmental Nanotechnology

2279-0748

0.3

SCI

2.

Dr. R. Karunathan

Quantum chemical, spectroscopic and third order nonlinear optical investigations on 3-(3-bromophenyl)-1-imidazol-1-yl-propenone

Indian Journal of Chemistry

2583-1321

-

UGC

3.

Dr. K. Girija

Critical Review on Multifunctional Nanostructure Based Electrochemical Immune sensors for Foodborne Pathogens

ACS Food Science & Technology

2692-1944

2.6

SCI

4.

Dr. M R. Ananthan

Book: Robotics and Applications

RK Research Group of Companies

97899364922920

5.

Dr. M R. Ananthan

Leaf anatomical characteristics and identification of drought tolerance varieties of coconut (Cocos nucifera L.) in Kerala; India.

Plant Science Today

2348-1900

1.7

Scopus

6.

Dr. M R. Ananthan

Green synthesis of Titanium Dioxide Nanoparticles using Melia azedarach leaf extract evaluation

Advances in research

2348-0394

4.76

NAAS Rating 4.76

7.

Dr. K. Girija

Book: Nano Science and Technology Scientific Dictionary

AkiNik Publications

978-93-6135-086-3

8.

Dr R. Dilip

Environmentally begin synthesis of copper oxide nanoparticles using grevillea robusta leaf extract: Characterization and Photocatalytic Property

IAPQR Transactions

ISSN: 0970-0102

6.718

UGC

9.

Mrs. R. Revathi

Synthesis and Characterization of PS/TiO2 nano composites

Futuristic trends in chemical, material science and nano technology

978-93-5747-

459-7

10.

Dr. K. Girija

Nano Science and Technology, Scientific Dictionary.

AkiNik

Publications

978-93-6135-086-3

Staff Presentation

S.No Date Name of the Staff Name of the Event Title of Presentation Organization / Institution

1.

27.03.2025

Dr. J Martin

Advanced material for clean energy and health application

Cost effective reduced graphene oxide synthesized from used green tea dust for light driven photocatalyst dye degradation and water treatment

University of Jaffna, Sri Lanka

2.

21.03.2025

Dr. R. Karunathan

National Conference on Green Energy Technologies for Sustainability

The influence of pH on Bismuth Vanadate nanomaterial: Photocatalyst application

Pondicherry University

3.

15.02.2025

Ms. R. Revathi

National Conference on Recent

Advances in Materials Science Research

Unlocking the power of Murraya Koenigii: Green Synthesis of Copper nano powders.

Bon Secours College for

Women, Thanjavur

4.

09.01.2025

Dr. R Dilip

Advanced Biocompatible Materials and Devices/Systems for Biomedical Applications

Identification of paramount ratio of different surfactant on structural magnetic dielectric properties of co doped BaFe2O4 nanoparticle

Sri Ramakrishna Engineering College, Coimbatore

5.

09.01.2025

Dr. J Martin

Advanced Biocompatible Materials and Devices/Systems for Biomedical Applications

Identification of Paramount Ratio of Different Surfactant CTAB, n-Heptane and Tri sodium citrate on Structural, Magnetic and

Dielectric Properties of Co doped BaFe2O4 Nanoparticles

Sri Ramakrishna Engineering College, Coimbatore

6.

03.11.2024 to 08.11 2024

Dr. K. Girija

International Conference on Nanostructured materials, NANO

2024

Sustainable Synthesis of Ag/CeFeO 3 @f-CNF nanocomposites: An Efficient

Catalyst Electrochemical Detection of Propyl Gallate for Food Safety

Khalifa University, UAE

7.

05.09.2024 to 06.09.2024

Dr. K. Girija

Global Conference on Nano Connect 2024

Shape controllable synthesis of parallelly arranged single-crystalline β-Ga2O3 nanorods for photocatalytic and antimicrobial activities

Tamilnadu Agricultural University, Coimbatore

8.

30.08.2024

Ms. R. Revathi

National Conference on Recent Trends in Science and Technology, 2024

Eco-friendly synthesis of copper oxide

nanoparticle using neem leaf extract

PSG College

of Arts and Science, Coimbatore

Students Participation

S.No Date Name of the Student(s) Event Organization / Institution Prize won

1.

21.04.2025

Dinanath AT

Sports

Erode District Sports Association

IInd prize

2.

21.03.2025

Selvabharathi M

National Conference on green energy technologies for sustainability

Pondicherry University

-

3.

21.03.2025

Maha Swetha S

National Conference on green energy technologies for sustainability

Pondicherry University

-

4.

14.03.2025

Barangiri R

AI vs Human

PSG iTech, Coimbatore

IInd Prize

5.

05.03.2025

Ajay K

International Conference on materials for energy and environmental sustainability

The Oxford College of Science, Bangalore

Best Oral Presentation

6.

31.01.2025

Surya K

Intercollege- Photography

Nandha Arts and Science College, Erode

Best Photography

Students Presentation

S.No Date Name of the Student Event Title of Presentation Organization / Institution

1.

21.03.2025

P Swathi

National Conference on Green Energy Technologies for sustainability

Synthesis of ag/cefeo3 for by wet chemical method for electrochemical analysis

Pondicherry University

2.

21.03.2025

Manu Mathai

National Conference on Green Energy Technologies for sustainability

Synthesis of cost-effective reduced graphene oxide by utilizing pongamia pinnatta dead lead leaves for photocatalytic dye degradation and agricultural reuse

Pondicherry University

3.

21.03.2025

V Priyadharshini

National Conference on Green Energy Technologies for sustainability

Waste reduction and metal recovery from alkaline battery waste

Pondicherry University

4.

21.03.2025

R Kiruthika

National Conference on Green Energy Technologies for sustainability

Preparation of MOS2 by hydrothermal method for super capacitor application

Pondicherry University

5.

21.03.2025

B Nivetha Sri

National Conference on Green Energy Technologies for sustainability

Perovskite materials for next generation solar cells: stability and efficiency challenges

Pondicherry University

6.

21.03.2025

K Thrisha

National Conference on Green Energy Technologies for sustainability

Extraction of manganese oxide nanoparticles from alkaline batteries: an environmental remediation catalyst

Pondicherry University

7.

19.03.2025

K Ajay

TEXPRIA 2025, National level Technical Symposium

Principle of Quad Copter

SNS College of Technology, Coimbatore

8.

05.03.2025

S Gowthaman

International Conference on Materials for Energy and Environmental Sustainability

Pure and copper doped bismuth vanadate for photocatalytic application

The Oxford College of Science, Bangalore

9.

05.03.2025

M Selvabharathi

International Conference on Materials for Energy and Environmental Sustainability

Preparation and characterization of ecofriendly Corn starch clay nanocomposite film

The Oxford College of Science, Bangalore

10.

05.03.2025

K Thirisha

International Conference on Materials for Energy and Environmental Sustainability

Sustainable management of alkaline waste in developing boundaries by waste reduction and metal recovery

The Oxford College of Science, Bangalore

11.

05.03.2025

R Kiruthika

International Conference on Materials for Energy and Environmental Sustainability

Synthesis of MOS2 by hydrothermal method for supercapacitor

The Oxford College of Science, Bangalore

12.

05.03.2025

V Priyadharshini

International Conference on Materials for Energy and Environmental Sustainability

Sustainable management of alkaline battery waste in developing boundaries by waste reduction and metal recovery

The Oxford College of Science, Bangalore

13.

05.03.2025

N Aswathi

International Conference on Materials for Energy and Environmental Sustainability

Light driven photocatalysis of reduced oxide synthesized from dead leaves of Azadiracha indica for Agricultural applications

The Oxford College of Science, Bangalore

14.

05.03.2025

P Swathi

International Conference on Materials for Energy and Environmental Sustainability

Facile wet chemical method for synthesizing ag/perovskite oxide for electrochemical analysis

The Oxford College of Science, Bangalore

15.

05.03.2025

B Nivetha Sri

International Conference on Materials for Energy and Environmental Sustainability

Eco-friendly corn starch thin film

The Oxford College of Science, Bangalore

16.

05.03.2025

Manu Mathai

International Conference on Materials for Energy and Environmental Sustainability

Synthesis of cost-effective reduced graphene oxide by utilizing pongamia pinnatta dead leaves for photocatalytic dye degradation and agricultural reuse

The Oxford College of Science, Bangalore

17.

05.03.2025

S Maha Swetha

International Conference on Materials for Energy and Environmental Sustainability

Synthesis of MOS2 by hydrothermal method for supercapacitor applications

The Oxford College of Science, Bangalore

18.

05.03.2025

V Mohanapriya

International Conference on Materials for Energy and Environmental Sustainability

Pure and copper doped bismuth vanadate for photocatalytic application

The Oxford College of Science, Bangalore

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