Birla Institute of Applied Sciences

Birla Institute of Applied Sciences, Bhimtal

बिरला इंस्टिट्यूट ऑफ अप्लाइड साइंसेस, भीमताल

Applied Science & Humanities

About Department

The Humanities section of the Department offers core courses in English Language, Professional Communication, and Industrial Management. Keeping pace with the specific industrial demands, the section has also introduced Industrial Economics & Principles of Management, Organizational Behaviour including Interpersonal & Group Processes and Dynamics, with courses as diverse as Value Education.

The Applied Mathematics section offers courses to UG and PG students of various engineering disciplines and caters to their needs in the areas of Applied Mathematics, Computational Techniques, and Computer Applications. Besides core courses in Engineering Mathematics up to IVth Semester and Computer-Based Numerical and Statistical Techniques, it also offers an elective course in Optimization Techniques for the final year students and a laboratory course in Numerical Techniques specifically designed to meet the requirements of the industry in the area of computer applications.

The Applied Chemistry section offers a curriculum exhibiting an advanced level of understanding of the principles of chemistry and their applications to problem-solving in Chemical engineering. The section offers courses in Engineering Chemistry and Environmental Science including Polymers, Engineering Materials, Waste Water Chemistry, Lubrication, and Instrumentation. The Chemistry Lab is equipped with Spectrophotometric, Viscometric & pH-metric Analysis Setups, De-Mineralizer Plant, Electronic Chemical Balances, Electric Oven, Distillation Plant, Melting Point Apparatus and Suction Pump Setup, etc.

The Applied Sciences & Humanities Department being one of the oldest departments provides facilities for students to do research-oriented projects in Applied Sciences. The department has identified some key areas for growth which include Semiconductor & Opto-physics, Laser Technology, Polymers, Waste Water Chemistry, Applied Mathematics, and Computational Techniques. The humanities section offers core courses in English Language, Professional Communication, and Industrial Management. Keeping pace with the specific industrial demands, the section has also introduced Industrial Economics & Principals of Management of Science, Organizational Behavior including Interpersonal & Group Processes and Dynamics, along with courses as diverse as Value Education

Mathematics is the foundation of all engineering is given special attention. Typical problems are solved in specially designed tutorials using mathematical tools like numerical analysis, fuzzy logic, artificial intelligence, and combinatorial analysis, etc. Besides certain mathematical algorithms are studied in detail and applied to construct mathematical models for various engineering problems and their analysis. Some of the important equipment available in the physics laboratory are four-probe & Hall-Effect setups for Solid-State Applications, B-H Curve & Conductivity setups for Material Science Applications, and He-Ne laser for Optical Applications. Chemistry lab is fully equipped with Spectrophotometer, Viscometer & ph-metric Analysis Setups, De-Mineralizer Plant, Electronic Chemical Balances, Electric Oven, Distillation Plant, Melting Point Apparatus and Suction Pump Setup, etc.

The future technocrats are also exposed to critical issues related to the environment, enhancing their innovative thinking. Gray areas like environmental pollution, climate change, increasing industrialization, global warming are discussed through class lectures and fieldwork. Awareness is created among the students about their surroundings so that they can take the responsibility to solve the environmental problems of this planet.

Vision & Mission

Vision of the Department

To develop the Department of Applied Science & Humanities into a hub of academic excellence that nurtures technically proficient, research-driven, and socially conscious professionals equipped to innovate and lead in a rapidly evolving digital world.

  1. To impart high-quality education in Applied Science & Humanities with a strong foundation in core and emerging technologies through excellent teaching, learning and evaluation process, updated curriculum, certifications, and modern labs.
  2. To promote innovation, ethical practices, and lifelong learning in students for personal and professional excellence through hackathons, value education, online courses, and mentorship.
  3. To address local and global challenges through applied research and community-centric technological solutions, especially focusing on the needs of hill and rural regions through real-world projects, funded research, and rural outreach.
  4. To foster industry-institute collaboration for skill development, internships, and placement opportunities through MoUs, workshops, internships, and placement support.

Faculties

Computer Science & Engineering Facilities

Laboratories

Applied Physics:

The Applied Physics section being one of the oldest section of the department provides facilities for students to do research-oriented projects in Semiconductor Physics, Opto-physics and Laser Technology. The section offers core courses with a curriculum aimed at exposing students to research and development in Advanced Engineering Physics including Quantum Theory, Relativistic Theory, Advanced Optics, Lasers and Photonics.The physics lab is fully equipped with modern equipments such as four-probe & Hall- Effect setups for Solid-State Applications, B-H curve & conductivity setups for Material Science Applications, Spectrometer, Polarimeter and He-Ne laser for Optical Application.


Applied Chemistry:

The Applied Chemistry section offers a curriculum exhibiting an advanced level of understanding of the principles of chemistry and their applications to problem solving in Chemical engineering. The section offers courses in Engineering Chemistry and Environmental Chemistry including Polymers, Engineering Materials, Waste Water Chemistry, Lubrication and Instrumentation. The chemistry lab is equipped with spectrophotometric, viscometric & pH-metric analysis setups, De-Mineralizer plant, electronic chemical balances, electric oven, distillation plant, Melting point apparatus and suction pump setup etc.


Applied Mathematics:

The Applied Mathematics section offers courses to UG and PG students of various engineering disciplines and caters to their needs in the areas of Applied Mathematics, Computational Techniques, and Computer Applications. Besides core courses in Engineering Mathematics up to IVth Semester and Computer based Numerical and Statistical Techniques, it also offers an elective course in Optimization Techniques for the final year students and a laboratory course in Numerical Techniques specifically designed to meet the requirements of the industry in the area of computer applications.


Humanities:

The humanities section offers core courses in English Language, Professional Communication, and Industrial Management. Keeping pace with the specific industrial demands, the section has also introduced Industrial Economics & principals of management of Science, Organizational Behavior including Interpersonal & Group Processes and Dynamics, with courses as diverse as Value Education

  1. Core & Global Competence: Students will possess strong fundamentals in computer science and engineering to solve real-world problems and adapt to global trends and multicultural work environments, contributing effectively in national and international platforms in the field of computer science.
  2. Employability and Innovation: Students will be employable in reputed industries, pursue higher education, or become successful entrepreneurs.
  3. Research and Development: Students will be capable of engaging in research and development with an inclination toward innovations suitable for hill and rural environments.
  4. Social Responsibility: Students will be responsible professionals contributing to sustainable development and the technological upliftment of their local communities.
  1. Engineering Knowledge: Apply knowledge of mathematics, science, and engineering fundamentals to solve complex computing problems.
  2. Problem Analysis: Identify, formulate, and analyze complex problems using principles of computing and engineering sciences.
  3. Design/Development of Solutions: Design software, systems, or processes that meet societal and environmental needs, especially in hilly terrains.
  4. Conduct Investigations of Complex Problems: Use research-based knowledge and methods to interpret data and provide valid conclusions.
  5. Modern Tool Usage: Create, select, and apply appropriate techniques, tools, and IT resources for software development with an understanding of limitations.
  6. The Engineer and Society: Apply contextual knowledge to assess societal, health, safety, legal, and cultural issues in professional practice.
  7. Environment and Sustainability: Understand the impact of professional engineering solutions in the environmental context and promote sustainable development.
  8. Ethics: Apply ethical principles and commit to professional ethics and responsibilities.
  9. Individual and Team Work: Function effectively as an individual and as a member or leader in diverse teams and multidisciplinary settings.
  10. Communication: Communicate effectively on complex engineering activities with the engineering community and with society.
  11. Project Management and Finance: Demonstrate knowledge of engineering and management principles to manage projects in multidisciplinary environments.
  12. Lifelong Learning: Recognize the need for and have the preparation and ability to engage in independent and lifelong learning.
  1. Software Development Proficiency: Graduates will be able to design, develop, test, and maintain software systems and applications using appropriate programming languages, tools, and techniques.
  2. Problem Solving and Algorithmic Skills: Graduates will be able to apply data structures, algorithms, and mathematical foundations to solve real-world computational problems efficiently.
  3. Systems and Architecture Understanding: Graduates will demonstrate knowledge of computer architecture, operating systems, networks, and databases to build and manage computing systems effectively.

Birla Institute of Applied Sciences
बिरला इंस्टीट्यूट ऑफ़ अप्लाइड साइंसेस
Bhimtal, Distt: Nainital, Uttarakhand- 263136

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