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KTU 2024 Scheme · Semester 1/2 · Group C

Chemistry for Physical Science (GCCYT122) Syllabus

Official KTU 2024 Scheme syllabus for Chemistry for Physical Science, Semester 1/2, Group C (Mechanical Engineering).

This page compiles APJ Abdul Kalam Technological University's officially published 2024 Scheme syllabus for Mechanical Engineering, Semester 1/2, sourced directly from KTU's official website (ktu.edu.in). Learnizo is an independent online tuition platform and is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or officially connected to APJKTU. The university may revise syllabus content after this page was last updated — always cross-check with the official KTU source for the current, authoritative version.

Course Code

GCCYT122

Credits

4

Teaching Hours

3:0:2:0 (L:T:P:R) — Theory + Lab

CIE Marks

40

ESE Marks

60

Exam Duration

2 Hrs 30 Min

Prerequisites

None

Semester

Semester 1/2

Course Objective

To equip students with a thorough understanding of chemistry concepts relevant to engineering applications; to familiarize students with applied topics such as spectroscopy, electrochemistry, and instrumental methods; and to raise awareness about environmental issues including climate change, pollution, and waste management.

Module-wise Syllabus

Module 1

9 contact hours

Engineering Materials: fuels — calorific value (HCV/LCV), experimental determination, analysis of coal (proximate analysis), octane and cetane number, biofuels — biodiesel, green hydrogen. Lubricants: classification (solid/semisolid/liquid), properties — viscosity index, flash/fire/cloud/pour/aniline point. Cement: manufacture of Portland cement, theory of setting and hardening. Nanomaterials: classification, synthesis (sol-gel, chemical reduction), applications — supercapacitor materials, carbon nanotubes, fullerenes, graphene. Polymers: ABS and Kevlar (synthesis, properties, applications), conducting polymers.

Module 2

9 contact hours

Electrochemistry and Corrosion Science: electrochemical cell, electrode potential, Nernst equation for single electrode and cell (numerical problems), reference electrodes (SHE and Calomel), electrochemical series, glass electrode and pH measurement, conductivity measurement, Li-ion battery and H2-O2 fuel cell construction. Corrosion: electrochemical corrosion mechanism, Galvanic series, corrosion control methods — cathodic protection, sacrificial anodic and impressed current protection, electroplating and electroless plating of copper.

Module 3

9 contact hours

Instrumental Methods of Analysis: molecular spectroscopy — types of spectra, molecular energy levels, Beer-Lambert's law, electronic spectroscopy (principle, transitions, role of conjugation, instrumentation), vibrational spectroscopy. Thermal analysis: TGA and DTA (principle, instrumentation, applications), gas chromatography, electron microscopic techniques (SEM).

Module 4

9 contact hours

Environmental Chemistry: water characteristics — hardness types, degree of hardness, water softening (ion exchange, reverse osmosis), water disinfection (chlorination, ozone, UV), DO/BOD/COD. Waste Management: air pollution sources/effects, greenhouse gases, ozone depletion, sewage water treatment (primary/secondary/tertiary, trickling filter, UASB), solid waste disposal (composting, landfill, incineration). Laboratory component (minimum 10 experiments): iron/copper estimation, conductance and pH determination, polymer synthesis, colorimetric estimation, molar absorptivity, IR spectra analysis, TLC drug identification, water hardness (EDTA), dissolved oxygen (Winkler's method), calorific value (bomb calorimeter), saponification/acid value, Nernst equation verification.

Course Outcomes

  • CO1Describe the use of various engineering materials in different industries.
  • CO2Explain the basic concepts of electrochemistry and corrosion to explore possible applications in various engineering fields.
  • CO3Use appropriate analytical techniques for different engineering materials.
  • CO4Outline various water treatment and waste management methods.

Assessment Pattern (CIE: 40 marks, ESE: 60 marks)

Continuous Internal Evaluation (CIE)

Attendance5
Continuous Assessment (Lab)10
Internal Examination 1 (Written)10
Internal Examination 2 (Written)10
Internal Examination 3 (Lab Examination)5

End Semester Examination (ESE)

Total 60 marks, 2 Hrs 30 Min. See the official KTU syllabus document for the exact Part A / Part B question pattern for this course.

Textbooks & Reference Books

Textbooks

  • Engineering Chemistry — B. L. Tembe, Kamaluddin, M. S. Krishnan (NPTEL Web-book, 2018)
  • Physical Chemistry — P. W. Atkins (Oxford University Press, International Edition, 2018)
  • Instrumental Methods of Analysis — H. H. Willard, L. L. Merritt (CBS Publishers, 7th edition, 2005)
  • Engineering Chemistry — Jain & Jain (Dhanpath Rai Publishing Company, 17th edition, 2015)

Reference Books

  • Fundamentals of Molecular Spectroscopy — C. N. Banwell (McGraw-Hill, 4th edition, 1995)
  • Principles of Physical Chemistry — B. R. Puri, L. R. Sharma, M. S. Pathania (Vishal Publishing Co, 47th edition, 2017)
  • Introduction to Spectroscopy — Donald L. Pavia (Cengage Learning India Pvt. Ltd, 2015)
  • Polymer Chemistry: An Introduction — Raymond B. Seymour, Charles E. Carraher (Marcel Dekker Inc, 4th revised edition, 1996)
  • The Chemistry of Nanomaterials: Synthesis, Properties and Applications — C.N.R. Rao, Achim Muller, A.K. Cheetham (Wiley-VCH Verlag GmbH & Co. KGaA, 2014)
  • Organic Electronics Materials and Devices — Shuichiro Ogawa (Springer Tokyo, 2024)
  • Principles and Applications of Thermal Analysis — Gabbot, P (Oxford: Blackwell Publishing, 2008)

Frequently Asked Questions

How many credits is KTU Chemistry for Physical Science (GCCYT122)?

4 credits, with 3:0:2:0 (L:T:P:R) — Theory + Lab teaching hours per week, under the KTU 2024 Scheme.

How many modules are in the GCCYT122 syllabus?

4 modules, 36 total contact hours.

What is the CIE and ESE mark split for this course?

CIE (Continuous Internal Evaluation): 40 marks. ESE (End Semester Examination): 60 marks, 2 Hrs 30 Min. Total: 100 marks.

What are the recommended textbooks for GCCYT122?

Engineering Chemistry (B. L. Tembe, Kamaluddin, M. S. Krishnan); Physical Chemistry (P. W. Atkins); Instrumental Methods of Analysis (H. H. Willard, L. L. Merritt); Engineering Chemistry (Jain & Jain).

Is this syllabus specific to one branch, or common to others too?

This Semester 1/2 course is listed under Group C at KTU under the 2024 Scheme — check the course header above for which branches it's common to.

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