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The Department of Physics at CBIT stands as a pillar of academic distinction and historical significance, being one of the institution’s founding departments. Since its establishment, it has continually evolved, harmonizing tradition with innovation in both pedagogy and research. The department is renowned for its exceptional faculty, comprehensive research infrastructure, and a vibrant intellectual climate where students and faculty alike are deeply immersed in exploring the profound mysteries and technological applications of physics.
Given the foundational role of physics across all branches of engineering, the department assumes a critical and expansive academic responsibility. Its curriculum is meticulously aligned with the evolving frameworks of national educational regulatory bodies such as AICTE and other higher education institutions. The department offers a spectrum of well-structured and conceptually rich courses, including Optics & Semiconductor Physics (OSP), Electromagnetic Theory & Quantum Mechanics (ETQM), Mechanics and Materials Science (MMS), and general Physics for first-year B.E./B.Tech. students. It also offers a thought-provoking open elective, History of Science and Technology, designed for undergraduate and postgraduate learners, which cultivates an understanding of the development and socio-technological impact of scientific advancements.
The Department of Physics plays a pivotal role in orchestrating the academic schedules for first-year engineering students and is distinguished for its steadfast commitment to institutional co-curricular and extracurricular engagements. It contributes significantly to initiatives like student orientation, induction programs, and is integrally involved in major campus events such as Shruthi (the annual cultural festival), Bathukamma celebrations, and the national-level student technical fest Sudhee. Through these endeavors, students are not only academically equipped but also guided towards becoming socially responsible, ethically aware, and holistically developed individuals.
To cultivate and empower student talent in applied areas of Physics, and their applications in core disciplines, nurturing their intellectual growth and driving them toward excellence in science and technology.
To enrich and reinforce the foundational principles of physics, thereby enhancing undergraduate students’ capacity to comprehend and apply the subject to interdisciplinary and engineering contexts with clarity and confidence.
The faculty of the department exhibit exceptional zeal in both theoretical inquiry and experimental innovation. This intellectual fervor is demonstrated through a remarkable corpus of scholarly output—comprising over 184 publications in reputed international journals, more than 90 book chapters and conference proceedings, and sustained efforts in acquiring prestigious research grants. The department has successfully garnered funding worth ₹1.71 crores through 16 major and minor projects, funded by esteemed government agencies such as DST, SERB, UGC, UGC-DAE CSR, and TSCOST. This reflects the faculty’s unrelenting pursuit of excellence in advanced domains like Materials Research and Radiation Physics.
Previously documented achievements include 85 publications and 50 conference presentations, showcasing the department’s continual trajectory of academic excellence and its firm establishment as a research-driven entity.
Outreach and Professional Development
The department routinely organizes Faculty Development Programmes (FDPs), seminars, workshops, and national/international conferences, offering rich opportunities for intellectual engagement and skill enhancement for both faculty and students. These events serve to disseminate the latest advancements in scientific research and industrial practices, thus bridging the academic-industry divide and strengthening professional competencies.
Future Aspirations
With a resolute vision to attain global recognition in interdisciplinary and allied domains of science and technology, the Department of Physics seeks to foster collaborations with reputed academic institutions and industrial partners, both nationally and internationally. This global perspective is aimed at elevating the department’s research and educational ecosystem to new pinnacles of excellence.