MDU B.Tech Syllabus Common 1st year for all the branches

Section A 

Semantics: A selected list of Synonyms, Antonyms, Homophones and Homonyms. Form and function of words. 

Syntax: Sentence structures, Verb patterns and their usage.

Section B

Phonetics: Basic Concepts – Vowels, Consonants, Phonemes, Syllables; Articulation of Speech Sounds – Place and Manner of Articulation; Transcription of words and simple sentences, using International Phonetic Alphabet. 

Comprehension: Listening and Reading comprehension – Note taking, Reviewing, Summarising, Interpreting, Paraphrasing and Précis Writing.

 Section C 

Composition: Descriptive, Explanatory, Analytical and Argumentative Writing - description of simple objects like instruments, appliances, places, persons, principles; description and explanation of processes and operations; analysis and arguments in the form of debate and group discussion 

Section D 

Text: English for Students of Science by A.Roy and P.L. Sharma (Orient Longman) 

Chapters for Study: 

i) "The year 2050" by Theodore J. Gordon. 

ii) "The Mushroom of Death" by A. Bandhopadhyay. 

iii) Human Environment by Indira Gandhi. iv) Experiment amd Experience by W.R. Niblett. The prescribed text will be used as a case study for various components of the syllabus. 

(For Internal Evaluation Only): 

Book Review – Herein the students will be required to read and submit a review of a book (Literary or non-literary) of their own choice. This will be followed by a presentation of the same in the class. 

Text Books: 

1. English for Students of Science edited by A. Roy and P.L. Sharma, Orient Longman. 

2. Spoken English for India by R.K. Bansal and J.B. Harrison, Orient Longman. 

3. Intermediate Grammar, Usage and Composition by M.L. Tickoo and A.E. Subramanian, Orient Longman. 

Class Work : 50 Marks

 Exam : 100 Marks

Total : 150 Marks

Duration Of Exam : 3 Hours

Note: Examiner will set 9 questions in total, with two questions from each section and one question covering all sections which will be Q.1. This Q.1 is compulsory and of short answer type. Each question carries equal mark (20 marks). Students have to attempt 5 questions in total. 

Section A 

Infinite series: Convergence and divergence, comparison tests, D' Alembert's ratio test, integral test, Raabe‟s test, logarithmic and Cauchy root tests, Gauss‟s Test, alternating series, absolute and conditional convergence. 

Matrices & its Applications: Rank of a matrix, elementary transformations, elementary matrices, inverse using elementary transformations, normal form of a matrix, linear dependence and independence of vectors, consistency of linear system of equations, linear and orthogonal transformations, eigenvalues and eigenvectors, properties of eigenvalues, Cayley - Hamilton theorem and its applications, diagonalization of matrices, similar matrices, quadratic forms. 

Differential Calculus: Successive differentiation, Leibnitz Theorem and applications, Taylor's and Maclaurin's series, curvature, asymptotes, curve tracing. Functions of two or more variables, limit and continuity, partial derivatives, total differential and differentiability, derivatives of composite and implicit functions, Jacobians, higher order partial derivatives, homogeneous functions, Euler‟s Theorem and applications. Taylor's series for functions of two variables (without proof), maxima-minima of function of two variables, Lagrange's method of undetermined multipliers, differentiation under integral sign (Leibnitz rule). 

Integral Calculus: Beta and gamma functions and relationship between them. Applications of single integration to find volume of solids and surface area of solids of revolution. Double integral, change of order of integration, double integral in polar coordinates, applications of double integral to find area enclosed by plane curves, triple integral, change of variables, volume of solids, Dirichlet‟s integral.

Text Books: 
1. Advanced Engineering Mathematics: E. Kreyszig
2. Calculus and Analytic Geometry: G. B. Thomas, R. L. Finney
3. Higher Engineering Mathematics: B. S. Grewal

Reference Books
1. Higher Engineering Mathematics: B. V. Ramana
2. Differential and Integral Calculus: Piskunov
3. Advanced Engineering Mathematics: Jain and Iyenger
4. Advanced Engg. Mathematics: Michael D. Greenbe

PHY-101F PHYSICS-1 

Sessional : 50 Marks
Exam : 100 Marks 
Total : 150 Marks 
Duration of Exam : 3 Hrs.

Note: Examiner will set 9 questions in total, with two questions from each section and one question covering all sections which will be Q.1. This Q.1 is compulsory and of short answers type. Each question carries equal mark (20 marks). Students have to attempt 5 questions in total.

Section A 

Interference : Coherent sources, conditions for sustained interference. Division of Wave-Front - Fresnel‟s Biprism, Division of Amplitude- Wedge-shaped film, Newton‟s Rings, Michelson Interferometer, applications (Resolution of closely spaced spectral lines, determination of wavelengths). Diffraction: Difference between interference and diffraction Fraunhofer and Fresnel diffraction. Fraunhofer diffraction through a single slit, Plane transmission diffraction grating, absent spectra, dispersive power, resolving power and Rayleigh criterion of resolution.

Section B 

Polarisation: Polarised and unpolarised light, Uniaxial crystals double refraction, Nicol prism, quarter and half wave plates, Detection and Production of different types of polarized light, Polarimetry; Optical and specific rotation, Biquartz and Laurent‟s half shade polarimeter.
LASER 
Spontaneous and Stimulated emission, Laser action, characteristics of laser beam-concept of coherence , spatial and temporal coherence , He-Ne and semiconductor lasers (simple ideas), applications

Section C 

Fibre Optics
Propagation of light in optical fibres, numerical aperture, V-number, single and multimode fibres, attenuation, dispersion, applications.
Dielectrics 
Molecular theory, polarization, displacement vector, electric susceptibility, dielectric coefficient, permittivity & various relations between these, Gauss‟s law in the presence of a dielectric, Energy stored in a uniform electric field, concept of local molecular fields and Claussius Mossotti relation.

Section D 

Special Theory Of Relativity
Michelson‟s Morley Experiment, Postulates of Special Theory of Relativity, Lorentz transformations, Consequences of LT (length contraction and time dilation), addition of velocities, variation of mass with velocity, mass energy equivalence.
Superconductivity
Introduction (Experimental survey), Meissner effect, London equations, Hard and Soft superconductors, Elements of BCS Theory.


Text Books :
Perspectives of Modern Physics - Arthur Beiser (TMH)
Optics - Ajoy Ghatak (TMH)
Modern Physics for Engineers – S.P.Taneja (R. Chand)
Engineering Physics – SatyaPrakash (Pragati Prakashan)
Modern Engineering Physics – A.S.Vasudeva (S. Chand)

Reference Books :
Fundamentals of Physics – Resnick & Halliday (Asian Book)
Introduction to Electrodynamics – D.J. Griffith (Prentice Hall)

ECE-101F BASIC ELECTRONICS 

Sessional : 50 Marks
Exam : 100 Marks
Total : 150 Marks
Duration of Exam : 3 Hrs

Note: Examiner will set 9 questions in total, with two questions from each section and one question covering all sections which will be Q.1. This Q.1 is compulsory and of short answer type. Each question carries equal mark (20 marks). Students have to attempt 5 questions in total.

Section A 

Semiconductor Physics: Basic concepts, Intrinsic and extrinsic semiconductors, diffusion and drift currents, p-n junction under open-circuit, reverse bias and forward-bias conditions, p-n junction in the breakdown region, Ideal diode, terminal characteristics of junction diode.

Amplifiers: Introduction of different types of amplifiers and their characteristics, Principle of amplification, Frequency response of RC coupled amplifiers, amplifier bandwidth and Concept of Cascaded Amplifiers, Feedback amplifiers, Effect of positive and negative feedback on amplifier gain and bandwidth.
Section B

Oscillators: Criteria for oscillations, Qualitative analysis of LC, RC and Crystal Oscillators, Study of Wein Bridge Oscillators Operational Amplifiers: Op-amps, its characteristics and its applications. Power Suppliers: Introduction and Working of Switched Mode Power Supply (SMPS), Voltage Regulator, Introduction to Inverters and UPS.

Section C 

Digital Electronics: Binary, Octal and Hexadecimal number systems and conversions, Boolean Algebra, Truth tables of logic gates (AND, OR, NOT), NAND, NOR as universal gates, Difference between combinational circuits and sequential circuits, Introduction to flip-flops (S-R & J-K).

Electronics Instruments: Role, importance and applications of general-purpose test instruments viz Multimeter Digital & Analog, Cathode Ray Oscilloscope (CRO), Function/Signal Generator.

Section D 

Displays : Seven segment display, Fourteen segment display, Dot matrix display.
LED Display : Introduction, Construction, Advantage of LEDs in electronics display.
LCD Display : Introduction; Types of LCD display:- Dynamic scattering and field effect type; Types of liquid crystal cells :- Transmitting type and reflective type; Advantage & disadvantage of LCD display common applications.

Books Recommended

1. Sedra A S and Smith K C, “Microelectronic Circuits” 4th Ed., New York, Oxford University Press, New York (1997). Applications”, 8th
2. Tocci R J and Widmer N S, “Digital Systems – Principles and Ed., Pearson Education India, New Delhi (2001).
3. Cooper and Helfrick, “Modern Electronic Instrumentation and Measuring Techniques”, 4th print Prentice Hall of India, New Delhi (1996).
4. Boylestad and Nashelsky, “Electronic Devices and Circuit Theory”, 8th Ed, Pearson Education India, New Delhi (2002).
5. Millman and Grabel, “Microelectronics”, 2nd Ed. Tata McGraw-Hill (1999).

CH –101F ENGINEERING CHEMISTRY

Sessional : 50 Marks
Exam : 100 Marks
Total : 150 Marks
Duration of exam : 3 Hrs

Note: Examiner will set 9 questions in total, with two questions from each section and one question covering all sections which will be Q.1. This Q.1 is compulsory and of short answer type. Each question carries equal mark (20 marks). Students have to attempt 5 questions in total.

Section A

Phase Rule & Catalysis : Terminology, One component system ( H2O system and CO2 – system ), two components system, Simple eutectic system ( Pb – Ag ), system with congruent melting point ( Zn – Mg ), system with incongruent melting point ( Na2SO4 –H2O ),Cooling curves.
Catalysis : Homogeneous, heterogeneous, and enzymatic. Concepts of promotors, inhibitors, and poisioners.

Section B

Water & its treatment : Part – I Sources of water, impurities in water, hardness of water and its determination ,(EDTA method )units of hardness, alkalinity of water and its determination, Related numerical problems, scale and sludge formation ( composition properties and methods of prevention ) Boiler corrosion & caustic embrittlement.
Water and its treatment : Part – II Treatment of water for domestic use, coagulation, sedimentation, filtration and disinfection.
Water softening : Lime-Soda treatment, Zeolite, Ion – exchange process, mixed bed demineralization, Desalination ( Reverse Osmosis , electro dialysis) & related numericals.

Section C

Corrosion and its prevention: Mechanism of Dry and wet corrosion (rusting of iron), types of corrosion, galvanic corrosion, differential aeration corrosion, stress corrosion. Factors affecting corrosion, preventive measures ( proper design, Cathodic and Anodic protection, Electroplating , tinning, galvanization.), Soil Corrosion, Microbiological Corrosion.
Lubrication and Lubricants: Introduction, mechanism of lubrication, classification of lubricants, ( Liquid, Grease ( semi – solid ) and solid ( MoS2, Graphite ). Additives for lubricants. Properties of lubricants ( Flash & Fire point, Saponification number, Iodine value, Acid value , Viscosity and Viscosity index Aniline point, Cloud point and pour point ) Numerical problems based of viscosity Index. Biodegradable lubricants.

SectionD

Polymers and polymerization : Introduction & Classification of polymers mechanism of polymerization (Addition, condensation and co- ordination) effect of structure on properties of polymers, Bio polymerization, Bio degradable polymerization, preparation properties and technical application of thermo – plastics ( PVC, PVA, Teflon )& thermosets( PF,UF ), Natural elastomers and synthetic rubber ( SBR,GR –N ) . Silicones , Introduction to polymeric composites.
Instrumental Methods of Analysis : Principle and application of Thermal methods of Analysis. (TGA, DTA, DSC), Basic concepts of spectroscopy, Lambert and Beers law, Absorption and Emission spectroscopy Different spectroscopic Techniques ( UV- Visible and IR spectroscopy ) elementary discussion on Flame photometry.




Text Book
1. Engineering Chemistry , P.C. Jain Monica Jain ( Dhanpat Rai & Co )
2. Chemistry in Engineering & Tech , Vol. I & II , Kuriacose ( TMH)

Refference Bnbooks:
1. Instrumental methods of Chemical analysis, MERITT & WILLARD ( EAST – WEST press)
2. Physical Chemistry , P.W Atkin ( ELBS, OXFORD Press)
3. Physical Chemistry W.J.Moore ( Orient Longman )

CSE-101-F Fundamentals of Computers & Programming in C(FCPC)

Duration of exam : 3 Hours

Note:Examiner will set 9 questions in total, with two questions from each section and one question covering all sections which will be Q.1. This Q.1 is compulsory and of short answer type. Each question carries equal mark (20 marks). Students have to attempt 5 questions in total.

Section A

An Overview of Computer System and Operating Systems: Fundamentals :- Evaluation of computers, Hardware organization of a computer, Introduction to microprocessor, generations of microprocessors, Commonly used CPUs, Input/Output devices, Input/Output ports and connectors.
Operating System Basics: Introduction to Operating system, Functions of an Operating Systems,
Classification of Operating Systems, Basic introduction to DOS, UNIX/LINUX OS, Windows XP.

Section B

Basic Introduction to System Software and Programs:- Machine Language, Assembly Languages, Low level languages, High level Languages, Types of high level languages, Compiler, Interpreter, Assembler, Loader, Linker, Relationship between Compiler, Interpreter, Loader and Linker.
Basic Introduction to Computer Networks :- Data Communication, modulation, Network devices, LAN, LAN topologies, WAN, OSI Reference model,
Introduction to Internet and protocols : TCP/IP Reference model, Backbone network, Network connecting devices, Hypertext documents, HTTP, DNS, Network Security.

Section C

An Overview of C: Constants, Variables and Data types, operators and Expressions, managing I/O operations, Decision Making and branching, Decision Making and looping, Arrays, Character Arrays and Strings, User Defined Functions.
Structure and Union in C : Defining structure, declaring variables, Accessing structure members, structure initialization, copying and comparing structures variables, operations on individual members, Array of structure, structure with structure, unions, size of structure.

Section D

Pointers in C : Introduction, Understanding Pointers, Accessing the address of a variable, Declaring Pointer Variables, Initialization of Pointer Variables, Accessing a variable through its pointer, Chain of Pointers, Pointer Expressions, Pointer Increments and Scale Factors, pointers and Arrays, Pointer and Character Strings, Arrays of Pointers, Pointers as Function Arguments, Functions Returning Pointers, Pointers to Functions.
Dynamic Memory Allocation and File Management in C :- Introduction, Dynamic memory allocation, allocating a block of memory: Malloc, allocating multiple blocks of memory: Calloc. Releasing the used space: Free, Altering the size of block: Realloc, Defining and opening file, closing file, I/O operation on files, error handling during I/O operations, Random Access to files and command line arguments.

Text Books:
1. Fundamental of Computers and Programing with C, by A. K. Sharma, Dhanpat Rai Publications, New Delhi.
2. Fundamental of Information Technology, by A.Leon & M.Leon.
3. Computer Networks (4th Edition), by Andrew S. Tanenbaum

Reference Books:
1. ANSI C, by Dennis Ritchi
2. Programming in C, by Lipschutz, SCHAUM SERIES OUTLINES
3. Operating System Concepts, (6th Edition), by Abraham Silberschatz, Peter Baer Galvin, Greg Gagne.

EE-101F ELECTRICAL TECHNOLOGY

Class Work : 50 Marks
Exam : 100 Marks
Total : 150 Marks
Duration Of Exam : 3 Hrs 

Note : Examiner will set 9 questions in total, with two questions from each section and one question covering all sections which will be Q.1. This Q.1 is compulsory and of short answer type. Each question carries equal mark (20 marks). Students have to attempt 5 questions in total.

Section A 

D.C. Network Laws And Theorems:
a) Ohm‟s Law, Kirchoff‟s Laws, Nodal and Loop methods of analysis, Star toDelta & Delta to Star transformation.
b) Thevenin‟s theorem, Norton‟s theorem, superposition theorem, maximum power transfer theorem, Milman‟s theorem.

Section B

Single Phase A.C. Circuits:
a) Sinusoidal signal, instantaneous and peak values, RMS and average values, crest and peak factor, Concept of phase, phasor representation-polar & rectangular, exponential and trigonometric forms, behaviors of R,L and C components in A.C. circuits.
b) Series and Parallel A.C. circuits, Concept of active and reactive power, power factor. Series and Parallel resonance, Q factor, cut-off frequencies and bandwidth.

Section C:

Three Phase A.C. Circuits: Phase and line voltages and currents, balanced star and delta circuits, power equation, measurement of power by two wattmeter method, introduction to unbalanced circuits.
Transformers: Construction, EMF equation, Ideal transformer, Phasor diagram on no load and full load, equivalent circuit, losses, regulation and efficiency, open and short circuit test. Application of DC machines, Moving Coil Type.

Section D

Electrical Machines: Construction , Principle, working, E.M.F. equation and losses of D.C. machine, comparison of construction and working of D.C. machine with Induction motor and synchronous machine.
Measuring Instruments: Construction, operation and uses of moving iron type and moving coil type, induction type Voltmeter, Ammeter, Watt meter, Energy meter.

Text Books:
1. Basic Electrical Engg (2nd Edition) : Kothari & Nagarath, TMH
2. Electrical Technology (Vol-I) : B.L Theraja & A K Theraja, S.Chand Reference

Books:
1. Electrical Engineering Fundamentals : Deltoro, PHI
2. Network Analysis :Valkenburg, PHI
3. Electrical and Electronic Technology (8th edition): Hughes, Pearson.

ME-101F BASICS OF MECHANICAL ENGINEERING

Sessional : 50 Marks
Theory : 100 Marks
Total : 150 Marks
Duration of Exam : 3 Hrs.

Note: Examiner will set 9 questions in total, with two questions from each section and one question covering all sections which will be Q.1. This Q.1 is compulsory and of short answer type. Each question carries equal mark (20 marks). Students have to attempt 5 questions in total.

Section A

Introduction to Machine Tool to Commonly used Machine Tools in a Workshop:- Lathe, Shaper, Planer, Milling, Drilling, Slotter. Introduction to Metal Cutting. Basic concept of thermodynamics Introduction, States, Work, Heat, Temperature, Zeroth, 1st, 2nd and 3rd law of thermodynamics, Concept of internal energy, enthalpy and entropy. Problems Properties of Steam & Steam Generator Formation of steam at constant pressure, Thermodynamic properties of Steam, Use of steam tables, Measurement of dryness fraction by throttling calorimeter.

Section B

Refrigeration & Air-conditioning: Introduction to refrigeration and air -conditioning, Rating of refrigeration machines, Coefficient of performance, Simple refrigeration vapour compression cycle, Psychrometric charts and its use, Human comforts.
Hydraulic Turbines & Pumps : Introduction, Classification, Construction details and working of Pelton, Francis and Kaplan turbines, Specific speed and selection of turbines, Classification of water pumps and their working.

Section C

Power Transmission Methods and Devices: Introduction to Power transmission, Belt, Rope, Chain and Gear drive. Types and functioning of clutches. Stresses and Strains: Introduction, Concept & types of Stresses and strains, Poison‟s ratio, stresses and strains in simple and compound bars under axial, flexure & torsional loading, Stress- strain diagrams, Hooks law, Elastic constants & their relationships.

Section D

Introduction to Manufacturing Systems, Fundamentals of Numerical Control (NC), Advantage of NC systems, Classifications of NC, Comparison of NC and CNC

Text Books:
Elements of Mechanical Engineering – R.K.Rajput Lakmi Pub.,Delhi
Elements of Mechanical Engineering – D.S.Kumar, S.K. Kataria and Sons
Engineering Thermodynamics- P.K.Nag TMH, New Delhi
Refrigeration & Airconditioning – Arora & Domkundwar, Dhanpat rai & co.pvt ltd
Workshop Technology Volt.I & II - Hazra & Chaudhary, Asian Book Comp., New Delhi.
Process and Materials of Manufacture -- Lindberg, R.A. Prentice Hall of India,New Delhi.
Principles of Manufacturing Materials and Processes - Campbell, J.S.- McGraw- Hill

Reference Books:
Strength of Materials – Popov, Pub. - PHI, New Delhi.
Hydraulic Machines – Jagdish Lal, Pub.- Metropolitan, Allahbad.
Strength of Materials - G.H. Ryder, Pub.- ELBS.
Hydraulic and Fluid Mechanics – Modi and Seth, Pub. – Standard Book House, New Delhi Engineering Thermodynamics – C.P. Arora, Pub. - TMH, New Delhi
Refrigeration & Airconditioning- C.P. Arora. Pub. - TMH, New Delhi
Manufacturing Science - Amitabha Ghosh & Ashok Kumar Malik, - East-West Press.
Manufacturing Process and Systems - Ostwald, Munoz , John Wiley.
Workshop Technology, Vol. 1, 2 & 3 – Chapman, WAJ, Edward Arnold.

ME-103F ENGINEERING GRAPHICS & DRAWING 

Sessional : 50 Marks
Exam : 100 Marks 
Total : 150 Marks
Duration of Exam : 4 hrs.

Note: - Examiner will set 9 questions in total, with two questions from each section and one question covering all sections which will be Q.1. This Q.1 is compulsory and of short answer type. Each question carries equal mark (20 marks). Students have to attempt 5 questions in total.

Section A

Projections of Points, Straight Lines and Planes Introduction, Various types of projections, First and Third angle systems of orthographic projections, types and use of lines and lettering, Dimensioning, Projection of Points in different quadrants, projections of lines and planes for parallel, perpendicular & inclined to horizontal and vertical reference planes. Projections Solids and Development of Surfaces Cylinder, Cone, Pyramid, & Sphere with axes parallel, perpendicular & inclined to both reference planes. Development of surfaces of various solids.

Section B

Sections of Solids Section planes, Sectional views, True shape of Sections for Prism, Cylinder, Pyramid, Cone & Sphere. Orthographic Projections Simple objects and Simple Machine Components like Bolts and Screw.

Section C

Isometric projections Isometric scales, isometric views of Simple objects. Introduction to computer-aided drafting (CAD): Cartesian and Polar Co-ordinate system, Absolute and Relative Co-ordinates systems; Basic Commands: Line, Point, Rectangle, Polygon, Circle, Arc, Ellipse, Polyline; Basic editing Commands: Basic Object Selection Methods, Window and Crossing Window, Erase, Move, Copy, Offset, Fillet, Chamfer, Trim, Extend, Mirror; Display Commands: Zoom, Pan, Redraw, and Regenerate; Simple dimensioning and text, Simple exercises.

Section D

Solid modeling: Basics of 2-D and 3-D solid modeling, orthographic, iso-metric projection drawing and sectional views of simple machine elements.

Text Book 
Engineering Drawing Plane and Solid Geometry : N.D. Bhatt and V.M.Panchal, Forty-Fourth Edition 2002, Charotar Publishing House.
Engineering Drawing: Laxmi Narayan and Vaishwanar. Charotar Publishing House
Engineering Graphics and Drafting: P.S. Gill, Millennium Edition, S.K. Kataria and Sons Engineering Graphics using AUTOCAD 2007: T. Jeyapoovan, First Edition 2002, Vikas Publishing House.

Reference Books
A Text Book of Engineering Drawing : S.B. Mathur, Second Revised and Enlarged Edition 2000, Vikas Publishing House. Autocad 2008 instructor: James A Leach, TMH New Delhi.
Engineering Graphics with an introduction to Auto CAD: D. Jolhe, TMH New Delhi.




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