WELCOME TO

NAAC PEER TEAM

Department of Physics
Andhra University
Visakhapatnam
 VISION MISSION
➢To impart quality education, ➢ To enrich the knowledge and skills
training and research in the subject of students through continuous
areas of Physics and Electronics in learning and active research.
the contemporary scenario of higher ➢ To impart technical knowledge to
education. make students to accept the
➢To meet the scientific, industrial challenges worldwide.
and societal needs. ➢ To maintain active linkage with
industrial personnel and to
enhance the academia-industry
interactive Programmes.
This department was founded in 1932 under the guidance of Noble
Laureate Sir.C.V.RAMAN, and he conducted his research studies at
the department labs.
 DEPARTMENT PROFILE

➢Nuclear Physics, Meteorology & Oceanography and erstwhile Applied Physics (now
Dept. of Instrumentation Technology) departments emerged from this.
➢Naval Science and Technology Laboratories under DRDO
➢The Physics Department, from its inception, has been recognized as a reputed centre for
research in Ultrasonics, Spectroscopy, solid-state Physics, material sciences, and
nanomaterials.
➢Pioneered in the area of Atmospheric and Space physics.
➢The Department has good research laboratories in Ultrasonics, Solid State Physics,
Materials Science, Atmospheric & Space Physics and Liquid Crystals Nano Composites.
 DEPARTMENT PROFILE

➢Prof. S. Bhagavantham –
Architecture for DRDO Laboratories
Scientific Advisor to the Govt. of India

➢Prof. B.Ramachandra Rao –

i) Bhatnagar Awardee
ii) UGC Vice Chairman
iii) Rajya Sabha Member

➢Prof. K.Rangadhama Rao –

World Renowned Spectroscopist
 DEPARTMENT PROFILE

➢ In India, work on Nuclear Quadrupole Resonance spectroscopy (NQR) was

first initiated and the first bromine NQR resonance was observed in India in
physics laboratories at Andhra University.
➢ Contributed to the development of Radio Frequency Spectroscopy which
branched into Nuclear Quadrupole Resonance (NQR), Nuclear Magnetic
Resonance (NMR) and Electron Spin Resonance (ESR) spectroscopy.
➢ NMR Research Centre was established with XI Plan UGC Grants.
➢ The Department was identified as a Centre for Advanced Study (CAS Phase
I) in Physics by the University Grants Commission during 2007-2012 and
was continued as CAS Phase II since April 2015(2015-2020).
 DEPARTMENT PROFILE

Visit of Dr.U.R.RAO,
Chairman ADCOS for NSSS

Visit of Dr. G. Madhavan Nair,

Chairman ISRO for ICARB Review
 DEPARTMENT PROFILE

➢ CIMEL Inter-comparison
during CALIPSO overpass
along with our ➢ Focal point for M.Tech
LIDAR(Brent Holben Course on Space and
from NASA) Atmospheric Physics being
offered by Centre for Space
Science and Technology
Education in the Asia and
Pacific (CSSTE-AP)
sponsored by United Nations
International Collaborations

“Investigation of ESF Triggers using Balloon-

Based and Ground-Based Diagnostics”
Sponsored by US Air Force through
ASIAN OFFICE OF AEROSPACE
RESEARCH AND DEVELOPMENT
Collaborative research endeavour between
Andhra University, Vikram Sarabhai Space
Centre, PRL, TIFR and Boston University
 National Collaborations

Space Physics National

Physical Research
Laboratory, Vikram Atmospheric
ISRO Sarabhai Space
Laboratory
Research Lab,
Centre, Trivandrum Ahmedabad
Tirupati

Indian Institute of National Physical

Geomagnetism, IITM, Pune Laboratory,
Mumbai New Delhi
National Collaborations
 National Collaborations Thrust areas in Space Science and
Technology

➢Selected by ISRO as the host institute/ nodal centre of START Programe

➢78 students enrolled and got certified in the programe
➢6 students participated 2nd Indian Space Weather Conference organised by
PRL, Ahmedabad
PROGRAMS OFFERED
PG PROGRAMS

M.Sc Electronics
M.Sc Physics (Instrumentation)

DOCTORAL PROGRAMS

Ph.D Physics Ph.D Electronics

 OBE FRAMEWORK
➢Problem analysis in theoretical Physics, Quantum Mechanics, Statistical
Mechanics, Electromagnetism, Mathematical methods of Physics,
Instrumentation Techniques and Electronics.
➢Design/development of solutions for modern physics, solid state physics and
electronics experiments in student laboratories.
➢Modern tool usage in research laboratories.
➢Environment and sustainability – Lead institution in Geosphere Biosphere
program of ISRO
➢Ethics
➢Individual and teamwork
➢Communication
 ELECTIVES
M.Sc. Physics M.Sc. Electronics(Instrumentation)

➢ Digital Electronics &Microprocessors ➢ PLC & SCADA (Control Systems)

➢ Principles of Ultrasonics ➢ Antenna and Microwave Devices
➢ Materials Science ➢ Digital Image Processing
➢ Radar systems and Satellite Communication ➢ VLSI Design
➢ Nano Materials ➢ Remote Sensing Instrumentation
➢ Antennas ➢ Power Electronics
➢ Communication Electronics ➢ Power Plant Instrumentation
➢ Ionospheric Radio Wave Propagation & ➢ Embedded Systems Design
Sounding Techniques
 PROGRAMME OUTCOMES

M.Sc. Physics
➢Gain a deep and comprehensive understanding of core physics concepts, theories, and
principles across various subfields such as classical mechanics, electromagnetism,
quantum mechanics, solid state physics, statistical mechanics and electronics.
➢Able to develop advanced problem-solving skills and critical thinking abilities to analyze
complex physical phenomena, derive solutions, and apply theoretical concepts to practical
situations.
➢Will have honed their mathematical and computational skills, which are essential for
advanced physics research and analysis.
➢Gain hands-on experience in advanced laboratory work, which might involve usage of
sophisticated equipment, conducting experiments, and analysing experimental data to
validate theoretical concepts.
➢Will be ready to start their career in various educational institutions, research and
development centres.
COURSE OUTCOME ATTAINMENT
 CO & PO mapping and attainment

PO Attainment Level
(Average PO Attainment of M.Sc Physics
2020-22 Program)
3
2.75
2.5
2.25
2
1.75
1.5
1.25
1
0.75
0.5
0.25
0
1 2 3 4 5
 PROGRAMME OUTCOMES
M.Sc Electronics (Instrumentation)
➢ The student will be able to develop extensive knowledge in various areas of
Electronics and Instrumentation such as Communication Electronics, Control
Systems, Digital Systems Design, Remote Sensing, Bio-medical Instrumentation,
Analytical and Industrial Instrumentation, Digital Signal Processing,
Microcontrollers, Embedded systems, etc.
➢ Students will be able to select, install, calibrate and maintain instruments used for
measurement and analysis.
➢ One will be able to design signal analysis and develop the implementation for
control schemes used in various industrial processes.
➢ Can develop the skill set to execute a Project incorporating Industrial standards.
➢ The student will be equipped to take up a suitable position in various companies
thatmanufacture electronic test equipment, transducers, process control equipment
and recording instruments as well as in process industries.
COURSE OUTCOME ATTAINMENT
 CO & PO mapping and attainment
PO Attainment Level
(Average PO Attainment of M.Sc Electronics (Instrumentation)
2020-22 Program)

3
2.75
2.5
2.25
2
1.75
1.5
1.25
1
0.75
0.5
0.25
0
1 2 3 4 5
 Courses with employability/Skill Value added courses offered
development ➢Intellectual Property Rights (IPR)
➢ Electronics devices and circuits ➢Research Methodology
➢ Electrodynamics
➢ Laser and fiber optics MOOCS COURSE
➢ Digital electronics and microprocessors ➢ SWAYAM PORTAL
➢ Principles of ultrasonics ➢ AU MOOCS
➢ Radar systems and satellite ➢ Udemy
communications ➢ Coursera
➢ Nano materials ➢ Microsoft
➢ Antenna theory
➢ PLC and SCADA(control systems)
 Student Projects
In association with NARL, UNDP,
SIEMENS,AVANTEL

2017-2018 2018-2019 2019-2020 2020-2021 2021-2022

M.Sc Physics 11 10 11 57 51

M.Sc Electronics 39 52 51 30 30
(Instrumentation)
 Faculty’s list and profile
Number of Ph.Ds No.of
Name Specialization H-Index
Produced Publications
Prof. K.Samatha
Ultrasonics and Solid-State Physics 47 151 19

Prof. M. Ramakrishna Liquid Crystals and Nano 2 55 12

Nanchara Rao Technology

Prof.S.Srinivasa Rao Atmospheric physics and Space - 10 3

physics
Prof.G.Manikya Rao Materials Science , Nano materials - 3 7

Sri D.B. Venkatadri Instrumentation - - -

Dr.B.Ravi Kumar Nano technology & Materials, - - -

Computer and Information
Sciences
 Faculty’s list and profile
Number of PhDs
Name Specialization No. of Publications H-Index
Produced
19
Prof. D.S.V.V.D.Prasad Space Physics 20 65

Atmospheric and Space

Prof. K. Niranjan 36 142 31
Physics

Dr. P.S.V.Subba Rao Solid State Physics 15 102 25

Prof. T.Arunamani Space Physics 4 4 5

Prof. M.Indira Devi Space Physics 4 6 4

Prof. V.Veeraiah Theoretical Physics 27 82 21

 Faculty’s list and profile

Number of Ph.Ds
Name Specialization No.of Publications H-Index
Produced

Ms. K.S.S.Soujanya Electronics

- 3 1
Kumari /Instrumentation

Ms.N.P.Lavanya Electronics
- 4 1
Kumari /Instrumentation
Electronics 5 1
Mr.M.B.N.Bhushanam /Instrumentation -

3 1
Ms. L.Yamini Swathi Electronics -
/Instrumentation

Electronics 4 1
Dr.K.Tarakeswara Rao /Instrumentation
-
 Awards, Recognitions/Fellowships

Prof.K.Niranjan:
➢Member, Scientific Advisory Committee, Space Physics Laboratory, Vikram
Sarabhai Space Centre, ISRO
➢Member, Programme Advisory Committee, Atmos & Space Physics, DST
➢Member, INSA Joint National Committee on COSPAR, URSI & SCOSTEP
➢Member Final review Committee, Mega Science Vision 2035 on Climate Change,
Govt. of India
➢Member: Review committee for Aeronomy Satellite proposed payloads, review
committee for the shortlisted Venus Proposals, 2018, and Expert Member, for
finalising the teams for Indian Arctic Program 2017, 2018
➢Visiting Professor, Nagoya University, Japan
 Awards, Recognitions/Fellowships

Prof DSVVD Prasad :

➢Fellow, IETE(FIETE)
➢Fellow A.P. Akademi of Sciences (FAPAS)
➢Lifetime achievement award-2022 from INSO International Scientist award 2022
on Engineering, Science and Medicine
➢I2OR-outstanding Researcher Award -2017 from International Institute of
Organized Research.
➢I2OR- Outstanding Educator Award 2017 from International Institute of Organized
Research
Prof. K.SAMATHA:
➢State meritorious teacher award 2022
➢Best Academician Award 2018
 Awards, Recognitions/Fellowships

Prof. M. Ramakrishna Nanchara Rao:

➢ Lifetime Achievement Award from VD GOOD International Scientist Awards
2021on Engineering, Science and Medicine, VDGOOD Professional Association,
India.
➢Distinguished Professor Award from ARUNAI, AIRF Awards-2019 (International
Researchers Connect and Awards 2019
➢Best Researcher Award (Certificate of Excellence)) from EET CRS, Research Wing
for Excellence in Professional Education & Industry presented by Education Expo
TV Research & Branding Company, Noida, on 18 March 2018.
Dr.G. Manikya Rao:
➢Awarded Prof. P.Tiruvenganna Rao Shastiabdipoorthi Prize for the Best Ph.D.,
thesis in Physics in the Faculty of Science for the year 2017 in recognition of the
merit at the 85 and 86 combined Convocation of Andhra University held on 9
January 2019.
 ADVANCED/SLOW LEARNERS
• NOTE: Students has been classified as 2017-18 2018-19 2019-20 2020-21 2021-22
advanced learners and slow learners based on
continuous assessment such as internal
Advanced 71 110 93 132 80
exams, mid examinations, seminars, special Learners
quizzes and grade point secured in each
semester i.e., SGPA ≤ 6.0 or SGPA>6.0. Slow 18 11 20 01 00
Learners

Special Monitoring classes for slow learners Workshop attended by Advanced Learners
 Motivation through
Prizes

Workshops and Programs Encourage to

assignments to for join Online
enhance advanced
learners Certificate
creativity
Courses

Micro teaching
through group
discussion and
presentation
 Remedial
classes

Separate Special
sessions to attention
monitor during classes

Programs for
slow learners

Mentor
group Doubts clearing
sessions

Providing
material and
assignments
 Lecture
method

Blended Demonstration
Method Method
Methods of
Teaching

Discussion Problem
Method solving
method
 Smart/Hybrid
Classrooms with
smartboards - 4

Computer
Wi-Fi enabled
lab and
department
Internet - 1

ICT and
Online
Resources
Video
Conferencing
LCD projector facility in seminar
-3
hall - 1

Virtual
classrooms -
4
STUDENT DEMAND RATIO
RESULT ANALYSIS
 WORKSHOPS/SEMINARS/CONFERENCES/TRAINING PROGRAMMES
ATTENDED BY FACULTY
2017-2018 2018-2019 2019-2020 2020-2021 2021-2022
10 08 03 05 08

Ph. D Awarded
2017 14 No Of Research Publications
2018 13 2017-2022 - 121
2019 12 2022-2023 - 41
2020 12
No Of Ph.D’s Awarded
2021 10
2022 13
2017-2023 -81
 PATENT PUBLICATIONS

➢ Analysis of Benzoic acids with nanocomposites for wide angle

vision in Liquid Crystal Displays- R.K.N.R.Manepalli
➢Field of the Invention- Liquid Crystals with dispersion of
nano particles
➢Publication Number: 08/2023
 Research Projects Completed /ongoing and
Research Grants received
Name of the Funding Title of the project and duration Amount
Investigator Agency sanctioned
Prof. K. Samatha UGC SAP (CAS) Rs.1,13,00,000
Prof.K.Niranjan (PI)
ISRO ISRO -GBP -ARFI Rs.1,08,80,226/-
Prof.S.Srinivasa
Rao (Co-PI)
Equatorial and subtropical
Prof. K. Niranjan CSIR Ionosphere Thermosphere studies Rs.18,25,400
over Indian region.
Prof. K. Niranjan ISRO-GBP Network of Boundary Rs.1,27,20,405/-
Layer Experiments
UGC-SAP LABORATORY
ATMOSPHERIC AND SPACE PHYSICS LAB
LIQUID CRYSTALS NANO COMPOSITES LAB
CLASSROOMS
SEMINAR HALL
 Teachers in administrative positions

➢ Prof.V.Veeraiah- Former Vice-Chancellor(10-04-2015 to 08-04-

2018),Vikrama Simhapuri University.

➢ Prof.K.Niranjan- Former Registrar (2018-2019), Andhra University

Dean Academic Affairs (2016-18), Andhra University

➢ Prof.K.Samatha- Rector, Andhra University,24-07-2020 to till date.

➢ Prof.M.Ramakrishna Nancharao- Coordinator, AAL since 2021.

➢ Prof.S.Srinivasa Rao- Coordinator, Central Examinations Spot Centre, since
2021.
 List of Major equipment
➢ DSA 5000 M (Density and Sound Velocity ➢ Magnetic Stirrer with hot plate
Meter)

➢ Impedance Analyzer With test probes ➢ High pressure Autoclave

➢ 1400 ⁰C & 1800 ⁰C Program Controlled ➢ Sonicator Bath
Box Furnaces
➢ P-E Loop Tracer ➢ 0.1 mg Analytical Balance
➢ d33 Measurement Unit ➢ Multi Wavelength Solar Radiometer
➢ Polarizing Optical Microscope ➢ Respirable Sampler
➢ Digital Birefringent Spectrometer ➢ Magnetic Stirrer with hot plate
➢ Hot Air Oven ➢ GNSS Receiver
 Awards to students
Prof. Suri Bhagavantham Prize Prof. P. Tiruvenganna Rao Shastiabdipoorthi
Prize

➢2017-2018: G.M Sravani, ➢2017-2018: Dr. B. Brahmaji

Eram Khan ➢2018-2019: Dr. Manoj M. R.
➢2018-2019: D.Kavyasri ➢2019-2020: Dr. GVS. Jayapala Rao
KAKD Prasad ➢2020-2021: Dr. Chandana Ghanta
➢2019-2020: CH.VasanthaRani,
K.Sri Harshitha
➢2020-2021: G.Manasa,
M.Jaya Lakshmi
➢2021-2022: B.Preethi
D.Satya Prasad
 AWARDS/MEDALS TO MERITORIOUS
STUDENTS IN EVERY CONVOCATION
➢S.B.P.V.Rama Mohan Rao Memorial Prize ➢Mr.&Mrs. Pothinasinganna & Jayalakshmi
➢Sripada Gopalakrishna Murty Memorial Gold Medal
Gold Medal ➢Prof.B.RamachandraRao Shastiabdipoorthi
➢The Metcalf Prize Prize
➢Sri Venkateswara Prize ➢Sri Rayasam Narasimha Murty Memorial
➢Prof. Kandual Lakshmi Kantham Prize Prize
➢Smt.B.Suseela & Prof.B.Ramachandra Rao ➢AU 1973-76 Physics Alumni award prize
Shastiabdipoorthi Prize ➢Sri Vadlamani Venkata Subba Rao Memorial
➢Prof.K.Subba Raju Shastiabdipoorthi Prize Prize
➢Prof. K.Rangadhama Rao Centenary ➢1986-89 Alumni prize
Celebrations Gold Medal ➢Smt.Nozneen Ahmed & Prof.IqhabalAhamed
➢Prof.P.V.S.Rama Rao & Smt.Vijaya Lakshmi Shastiabdipoorthi Prize
Shastiabdipoorthi Prize
MEDALS/ PRIZES DURING CONVOCATION
 OTHER FACILITIES TO STUDENTS

➢ RO WATER PLANT
➢ FIRST AID KIT
➢ READING ROOM
➢ GRIEVANCE REDRESSAL CELL
➢ ANTI RAGGING CELL
➢ CAREER COUNSELLING
➢ DEPARTMENT LIBRARY
 Library and e-Content

➢ Total number of books in the

department library 10,848
➢ New books acquired: 545 during the
period 2017-2022
➢ E-content developed by the faculty
and the activity geared up due to the
need during the pandemic and
blended modes of teaching and
learning is being implemented.
 STUDENT SUPPORT PROGRAMS

All teachers are nominated as student

Mentoring System counselors. Also, Proctorial system is adopted
by allotting some students to each teacher for
counseling and guidance.

Orientation Programmes Guest Lectures have been arranged with the

Add on Courses cooperation of Faculty for students in various
Short term Training topics
Programmes Students also visited ISRO –SHAR Centre and
Field Trips NSTL as a part of their curriculum during M.Sc
Project Works

A student operated Reading room was created

Reading Room with 24x7 access to the students with all
textbooks
 STUDENT SUPPORT PROGRAMS

Besides student’s fresher's and farewell

Events Organized functions, Teacher’s day and Science day are
regularly celebrated every year by organizing
meetings with students and staff

Besides regular guidance

NET and GATE We encourage students to interact with NET
Orientation and GATE Qualified students from earlier
Programme batches by Organizing interaction sessions

A Computer center is maintained in the

Social awareness & Department and Guest Lectures on spoken
Soft skills English and social aspects are being organized
periodically for students progression
 STUDENTS PROGRESSION
HIGHER
YEAR PLACEMENTS EDUCATION
(Ph. D/GATE/AP-
SET/CSIR-
NET/UGC-NET)
2017-2018 47 03

2018-2019 48 04

2019-2020 34 04

2020-2021 52 04

2021-2022 47 05

Major recruiters are from BYJU’s AKASH, FIT-JEE, Sri Chaithanya, Sri Prakash, Avantel,
Dr. Reddy’s Foundation etc,
ALUMNI CONTRIBUTIONS AND THEIR
INTERACTION
1971-73 Batch
➢ 2KV inverter + Batteries –Rs.36,965/-
➢ Ahuja Amplifiers with mic’s(3)-Rs.48,600/-
➢ Digital Trainer Kits-01(for digital electronics lab)
1975-77 Batch
➢ Function generators-03 ➢Dr. G.V.N.Apparao-Rs.41000/-
➢ Dual Trace Oscilloscope- ➢Digital IC Trainers-5 sets
03 ➢Sri. V. V. Raghavulu-
➢ Variable Power Supply- Rs.1,33,978/-
03 ➢Used for Department
➢ Multimeters(Mastech)-02 development works.

1981-83 Batch
➢ Dr.K.Mahesh, USA-Rs.75,000/-
➢ Used for repairing oblique renovation of switchboards of
galleries, classrooms and labs.
 Institution values and Social responsibilities
▪ Gender Sensitization:
➢ To ensure a safe space & to promote healthy environment
➢ Focus on programs to promote women empowerment and gender equality
➢ Celebrating National Women’s day every year and essay writing competition
is conducted for girl students.
➢ Women’s grievance cell
➢ Debates and elocutions on Gender equality
▪ Anti ragging:
➢ Anti Ragging committee has been constituted in the campus with teaching
faculty to avoid ragging and to create a friendly environment among the
seniors and junior students.
Institution values and Social responsibilities
 Institution values and Social responsibilities

Waste Management:
➢Waste is collected in dustbins and disposed to
university’s centralized waste management system.e-
waste is separately collected and disposed by GVMC.
➢Separate measures are taken for solid, liquid, and
hazardous chemical waste management.
Water conservation:
➢ Wastewater lines from toilets, washrooms, canteen are
connected to the Municipal drainage system.
➢ Rainwater harvesting pits around the department
building for water conservation.
 Institution values and Social responsibilities

Green Campus:
➢ Restricted entry of automobiles once in a week
➢ Pedestrian friendly pathways
➢ Use of plastic is banned in the campus
➢ Medicinal plants garden
➢ Landscape gardens
Disable friendly environment:
➢ Ramps are provided for easy access to classrooms and centres
by disable students.
➢ Disabled friendly washrooms.
NATIONAL SCIENCE DAY
NATIONAL TEACHER’S DAY
NATIONAL WOMEN’S DAY
 BEST PRACTICES

Hands - on Learning - Regular Counseling

Experiential learning Student-faculty sessions on career Field visits and
through Observations interactions. opportunities and industrial visits.
and mini projects. current science aspects.

Every Saturday
Celebration of national
Student seminars and Alumni interactions students and
and international
presentations. with staff and students. staff participate in
prominence days.
Swachh Bharat .
INDUSTRIAL VISITS
GUEST LECTURES
EXTRA CURRICULAR ACTIVITIES
SWACHH BHARATH
OTHER PROMINENT DAY CELEBRATIONS
PARTICIPATION
IN SOCIAL
SERVICE
 FUTURE PLANS

Focus on interdisciplinary
research collaborations with To offer M.Sc. Physics with
Planning to offer online
national importance Space Physics
Diploma/ Certificate
research laboratories and Specialization and
courses and to develop
institutions to address nanomaterials
Virtual labs.
complex real-world specialization.
challenges.