Course Descriptions
Course Descriptions
Linear Algebra
Prerequisites: None
Objective:
Introduce the matrix theory and the use of matrices in the solution of
engineering
problems.
Course Outline:
Vectors, Vector Spaces, Matrices & Determinants, Cofactor and Inverse,
Rank,
Linear Independence, Solution of system of Linear systems, Positive Definite
matrix, Linear Transformations, Operations on matrices, Inner products,
orthgonality and least squares, Eigenvalue & Eigenvectors. Applications to
Systems of Equations and to Geometry, Singular Value Decomposition.
Recommended Books:
1.
Gilbert Strang, "Linear Algebra and Its Applications", 4th Edition, Thomson
Brooks/ Cole, 2007.
2.
James M Ortega, "Matrix Theory – A Second Course", Plenum, 1991.
3.
Otto Bretscher, "Linear Algebra with Applications", 3rd Edition, Prentice
Hall, 2005.
4.
David Poole, "Linear Algebra – A Modern Introduction", Brooks/Cole, 2003.
Differential Equations
Prerequisites: Calculus and Analytical Geometry
Objective:
Develop fundamental skills of solving ordinary differential equations, and
developing differential equations for real-world problems.
Course Outline:
Ordinary Differential Equations of the First Order: Geometrical
Considerations,
Isoclines, Separable Equations, Equations Reducible to Separable Form,
Exact
Differential Equations, Integrating Factors, Linear First-Order Differential
Equations, Variation of Parameters. Ordinary Linear Differential Equations;
Homogeneous Linear Equations of the Second Order, Homogeneous Second
Order Equations with Constant Coefficients, General Solution, Real Roots,
Complex Roots, Double Root of the Characteristic Equation, Differential
Operators, Cauchy Equation, Homogeneous Linear Equations of Arbitrary
Order,
Homogeneous Linear Equations of Arbitrary Order with Constant Coefficients,
Non-homogeneous Linear Equations. Modeling of Electrical Circuits. Systems
of
Differential Equations. Series Solutions of Differential Equations. Partial
Differential Equations: Method of Separation of variables, wave, Heat &
Laplace
equations and their solutions by Fourier series method.23
Recommended Books:
Michael Greenberg, "Advanced Engineering Mathematics", 1996, Prentice
Hall publishers.
Erwin Kreyzig, "Advanced Engineering Mathematics", 7th edition, 1993, John
Wiley
& Sons Inc.
Zill, Prindle, Weber and Schmidt, "A First Course in Differential Equations",
1996, Brooks/Cole Publishing,
Dennis G. Zill, Michael R. Cullen. "Differential Equations with Boundary
Value Problems", 1996, Brooks/Cole Publishing,
C. H .Edwards, David E. Penney, "Elementary Differential Equations with
Applications", 1993, Prentice Hall
.
Numerical Analysis
COMPUTING
Introduction to Computing
Prerequisites: None
Objective:
To acquaint the students with the structure, operation, programming, and
applications of computers
Course Outline:
History, classification, basic components, CPU, memory, peripheral devices,
storage media and devices, physical and logical storage, data organization,
file
storage, programs and software, application software, operating systems,
problem specification, flow chart, variables and constants, arrays,
input/output,
termination, social impact of computer age, computers in office, industry and
education.26
Lab Work Outline:
Basic computer organization including motherboard, memory, I/O cards,
networking devices, use of flow charts, introduction to office tools including
spreadsheet, word processing and presentation, introduction to mathematical
software such as MATLAB, overview of different browsers, introduction to
various operating systems, coding, executing and debugging simple
programmes.
Recommended Books:
Brian Williams and Stacey Sawyer, “Using Information Technology”,
McGraw-Hill, ISBN: 0072260718, (Latest Edition).
Patt and Patel, "Introduction to Computing Systems from Bits and Gates to
C and Beyond", Mc-GrawHill
Lab handouts - miscellaneous
Programming Fundamentals
Prerequisites: Introduction to Computing
Objective: To acquaint the students with the fundamental concepts of
structured and object oriented computer programming language such as C++
OR Java.
Course Outline:
Fundamental data types, abstract data types, arrays and matrices, records
and
pointers, linked lists, Introduction to Object oriented programming and
software
development, defining classes, selection statements, repetition statements,
exceptions and assertions, arrays and collections, file I/O, inheritance and
polymorphism, GUI and Event-driven programming.
Lab Work Outline:
Programming in C++ OR Java using simple programs for basic file I/O, single
dimensional arrays, two-dimensional arrays, sorting algorithm, problem
solving in
object-oriented paradigm, object oriented programme design process and
tools,
implementation of classes and derived classes, objects and encapsulation,
operator and functions overloading, inheritance and polymorphism, GUI
development.
Recommended Books:
1. Robert Lafore, "Object-Oriented Programming in C++", Prentice Hall, ISBN:
0672323087, (Latest Edition).
2. C. Thomas Wu, "An Introduction to Object-Oriented Programming with
Java", Mc-Graw Hill.
Workshop Practice
Prerequisites: None
Objective: To develop practical skills in the use of workshop tools and
equipment.
Course Outline:
Introduction to various technical facilities in the workshop including
mechanical
and electrical equipment. Concepts in electrical safety, safety regulations,
earthing concepts, electric shocks and treatment. Use of tools used by
electricians, wiring regulations, types of cables and electric accessories
including
switches, plugs, circuit breakers, fuses etc., symbols for electrical wiring
schematics e.g. switches, lamps, sockets etc., drawing and practice in simple
house wring and testing methods, wiring schemes of two-way and three-way
circuits and ringing circuits, voltage and current measurements. Electric
soldering and soldering tools; soldering methods and skills, PCB designing,
transferring a circuit to PCB, etching, drilling and soldering component on
PCB
testing.
Recommended Books:
Choudhury, "Elements of Workshop Technology", Vol. 1, MPP.
Chapman, "Workshop Technology", Part-I,II,III, CBS.
Electrical Network Analysis
Prerequisites: Linear Circuit Analysis
Objective: To equip the students with the knowledge and techniques of
analyzing electrical networks.
Course Outline:
Current and voltage transients, RLC circuits with DC and AC excitation,
resonant circuit: series and parallel resonance in AC circuit, Q-Factor, mutual
inductance and transformers, introduction to phasor representation of
alternating
voltage and current, single-phase circuit analysis, star-delta transformation for
DC and AC circuits, poly-phase generators, sphase sequence, vector
diagrams
for balance and unbalanced three phase networks, power in three phase
circuits
and different methods of its measurements. Two-port networks and their
interconnections. Application of Laplace transform in circuit analysis.
Lab Work Outline:
Design and implement RLC circuits and observe resonance and impedance
characteristics. Verify the node voltages and loop currents in RLC circuits
using 29
instruments. Verify Circuit-theorems using lab instruments. Verify circuit
transformations using lab instruments. Learn the use of Circuit Simulation
computer package such as SPICE. Observe transient and steady state
response
in RL, RC and RLC circuits using SPICE.
Recommended Books:
1.
S. Franco, "Electric Circuits Fundamentals", Oxford University Press,
(Latest edition).
2.
R E Thomas, A. J. Rosa and G. J. Toussaint, "The Analysis and Design of
Linear Circuits" John Wiley, 6th Edition, 2009
3.
C. Alexander and M. Sadiku, "Fundamentals of Electric Circuits", McGraw
Hill, 4th Edition, 2008
4.
J. D. Irwin and R. M. Nelms, "Basic Engineering Circuit Analysis", Wiley, 9th
Edition, 2008
5.
W. Hayt, J. Kemmerly and S. Durbin, "Engineering Circuit Analysis",
McGraw-Hill, 7th Edition, 2007.
Electronic Devices and Circuits
Prerequisites: Linear Circuit Analysis
Objective: The objective of this course is to teach the principle, operation
and
characteristics of various electronic devices and their applications in electronic
circuits.
Course Outline:
PN Junction, device physics, diode circuits, clampers and rectifiers. Zener
diodes, LED, L\laser diode, photo diode, tunnel diode, BJTs, FETs and
MOSFETS. Biasing circuits for BJT and FET. Small signal transistor models.
Single transistor amplifiers. Operational amplifiers.
Lab Work Outline:
Observe electrical characteristics of Diodes, BJT and FET. Design,
implementation and measurements of electronic circuits for rectifiers, zener
diode regulators, Biasing in BJT and FET, Small-signal amplifiers in BJT and
FET. Use of Operational amplifiers.
Recommended Books:
Behzad Razavi, "Fundamentals of Microelectronics".
A. S. Sedra and K. C. Smith, "Microelectronic Circuits", Oxford University
Press, Latest Edition.
Engineering Drawing
Prerequisites: None
Objective: To equip the students with the basic knowledge and skills of
engineering drawing and its application in practical scenarios. The students
will
also be introduced to a CAD package.
Course Outline:
Types of lines and usage, dimensioning, lettering, orthographic first angle
projection, sheet planning, orthographic third angle projection, introduction to
computer aided drawing, isometric projection, sectional drawing and assembly
drawing. Drawing sheets will be prepared on drawing board as well as CAD
package.
Recommended Books:
Shawna Lockhart, “Tutorial Guide to AutoCAD”, Prentice Hall.
A. C. Parkinson, "First Year Engineering Drawing".
Power Generation
Prerequisite: Power Distribution and Utilization
Objectives: The students learn different power plant and modes of energy
conversion to generate electrical energy in this course and the concepts of
fuel
cells are introduced.
Course Outline:
Thermal Power Plants: Sources of conventional energy and method of
harnessing, special features and cycles used in steam, gas and diesel power
plants, combine cycle systems and cogeneration. Location of the above plants
and selection of units, prime movers and associated equipment. Hydroelectric
Power Plants: The plants and their equipment, layouts, run of the river and
accumulation type station, types of hydroelectric turbines and their stations.
Nuclear Power Plants: Nuclear reaction, fission and fusion reaction, critical
mass
chain reaction, moderators, reactor control and cooling, classification of
reactors,
different types of reactors, radiation damages, shielding of grays neutrons,
materials for construction. Thermoelectric Generators: Thermoelectric effect,
solid state description of thermoelectric effect, analysis and design of
thermoelectric generators, figure of merit, device configuration, solar and
radioisotope powered generators, applications. MHD Generators: Gaseous
conductors, analysis and design of MHD generator, problems associated with
MHD generation, possible configuration. Photovoltaic Generators: Radiation
principles, optical effects in semiconductors and PN junction, analysis and
design of converter, fabrication of cells, solar cells in space. Fuel Cells:
Thermodynamic principles, efficiency of fuel cell factors limiting the
performance,
design, new development in fuel cells, possibility of future use in electric
vehicles. Wind power generation.
Recommended Books:
1.
Arche W. Culp, "Principles of Energy Conversion", Latest Edition.
2.
M.M. Wakel, "Power Plant Technology", McGraw-Hill, Latest Edition. 46
Power Electronics
Prerequisite: Electronic Circuit Design
Objectives: The course discusses Power Devices, Power Rectifiers, Power
Inverters and Choppers in detail.
Course Outline:
Principles of power electronics, converters and applications, circuit
components
and their effects, control aspects. Power Electronic Devices: Power diode,
power
BJT, power MOSFET, IGBT and SCR, GTO and TRIAC and DIAC.
Construction,
characteristics, operations, losses, ratings, control and protection of thyristors.
Halfwave and full-wave rectifiers with resistive and inductive loads, un-
controlled,
semi controlled and fully controlled rectifiers, three-phase rectifiers: un
controlled, semi controlled and full controlled, six-pulse, twelve-pulse and 24-
pulse rectification, PWM converters, DC to AC converters, three-phase
inverter,
six-pulse, twelve-pulse inverters, PWM inverters, switching mode power
supplies, DC to DC conversation, buck converter, boost converter and buck
boost converters, isolated converters, forward converters, flyback converters.
Recommended Books:
M. H. Rashid, "Power Electronics: Circuits, Devices and Applications",
Prentice Hall, Latest Edition.
C. W. Lander, "Power Electronics", McGraw Hill, Latest Edition.
Philip T. Krein, "Elements of Power Electronics", Oxford University Press,
Latest Edition.
Communication Skills
PAKISTAN STUDIES
Objectives:
Develop vision of historical perspective, government, politics, contemporary
Pakistan, ideological background of Pakistan.
Study the process of governance, national development, issues arising in
the
modern age and posing challenges to Pakistan.
Course Outline:
Historical Perspective
a) Ideological rationale with special reference to Sir Syed Ahmed Khan,
Allama
Muhammad Iqbal and Quaid-i-Azam Muhammad Ali Jinnah.
b) Factors leading to Muslim separatism
c) People and Land
i. Indus Civilization
ii. Muslim advent
iii. Location and geo-physical features.
Government and Politics in Pakistan
Political and constitutional phases:
a) 1947-58
b) 1958-71
c) 1971-7760
d) 1977-88
e) 1988-99
f) 1999 onward
Contemporary Pakistan
a) Economic institutions and issues
b) Society and social structure
c) Ethnicity
d) Foreign policy of Pakistan and challenges
e) Futuristic outlook of Pakistan
Recommended Books:
Burki, Shahid Javed. State & Society in Pakistan, The Macmillan Press Ltd
1980.
Akbar, S. Zaidi. Issue in Pakistan’s Economy. Karachi: Oxford University
Press, 2000.
S.M. Burke and Lawrence Ziring. Pakistan’s Foreign policy: An Historical
analysis. Karachi: Oxford University Press, 1993.
Mehmood, Safdar. Pakistan Political Roots & Development. Lahore, 1994.
Wilcox, Wayne. The Emergence of Banglades, Washington: American
Enterprise, Institute of Public Policy Research, 1972.
Mehmood, Safdar. Pakistan Kayyun Toota, Lahore: Idara-e-Saqafat-e
Islamia, Club Road, nd.
Amin, Tahir. Ethno - National Movement in Pakistan, Islamabad: Institute of
Policy Studies, Islamabad.
Ziring, Lawrence. Enigma of Political Development. Kent England:
WmDawson & Sons Ltd, 1980.
Zahid, Ansar. History & Culture of Sindh. Karachi: Royal Book Company,
1980.
Afzal, M. Rafique. Political Parties in Pakistan, Vol. I, II & III. Islamabad:
National Institute of Historical and cultural Research, 1998.
Sayeed, Khalid Bin. The Political System of Pakistan. Boston: Houghton
Mifflin, 1967.
Aziz, K. K. Party, Politics in Pakistan, Islamabad: National Commission on
Historical and Cultural Research, 1976.
Muhammad Waseem, Pakistan Under Martial Law, Lahore: Vanguard,
1987.
Haq, Noor ul. Making of Pakistan: The Military Perspective. Islamabad:
National Commission on Historical and Cultural Research, 1993.
Objectives:
The objectives of this course are:
To provide Basic information about Islamic Studies
To enhance understanding of the students regarding Islamic Civilization
To improve Students skill to perform prayers and other worships
To enhance the skill of the students for understanding of issues related to
faith and religious life.
Course Outline:
Introduction to Quranic studies:
Basic Concepts of Quran. History of Quran. Uloom-ul-Quran
Study of selected text from the Quran:
Verses of Surah Al-Baqra Related to Faith(Verse No-284-286)
Verses of Surah Al-Hujrat Related to Adab Al-Nabi (Verse No-1-18)
Verses of Surah Al-Mumanoon Related to Characteristics of the faithful
(Verse No-1-11)
Verses of Surah al-Furqan Related to Social Ethics (Verse No. 63-77)
Verses of Surah Al-Inam Related to Ihkam(Verse No-152-154)68
Verses of Surah Al-Ihzab Related to Adab al-Nabi (Verse No.
6,21,40,56,57,58.)
Verses of Surah Al-Hashar (18,19,20) Related to thinking, Day of Judgment
Verses of Surah Al-Saf Related to Tafakar, Tadabar (Verse No-1,14)
Seerat of Prophet (SAW) I:
Life of Muhammad Bin Abdullah ( Before Prophet Hood)
Life of Holy Prophet (SAW) in Makkah
Important Lessons Derived from the life of Holy Prophet in Makkah
Seerat of Prophet (SAW) II:
Life of Holy Prophet (SAW) in Madina
Important Events of Life Holy Prophet in Madina
Important Lessons Derived from the life of Holy Prophet in Madina
Introduction to Sunnah:
Basic Concepts of Hadith. History of Hadith. Kinds of Hadith. Uloom –ul
Hadith. Sunnah & Hadith. Legal position of Sunnah. Study of selected texts of
hadith.
Introduction to Islamic law & Jurisprudence:
Basic Concepts of Islamic Law & Jurisprudence. History & Importance
ofIslamic Law & Jurisprudence. Sources of Islamic Law & Jurisprudence.
Nature of Differences in Islamic Law. Islam and Sectarianism.
Islamic Culture & Civilization:
Basic Concepts of Islamic Culture & Civilization. Historical Development of
Islamic Culture & Civilization. Characteristics of Islamic Culture & Civilization.
Islamic Culture & Civilization and Contemporary Issues.
Islam and Science:
Basic Concepts of Islam and Science. Contributions of Muslims in the
Development of Science. Quran & Science.
Islamic Economic System
Basic Concepts of Islamic Economic System. Means of Distribution of
wealth
in Islamic Economics. Islamic Concept of Riba. Islamic Ways of Trade &
Commerce.
Political System of Islam
Basic Concepts of Islamic Political System. Islamic Concept of Sovereignty.
Basic Institutions of Govt. in Islam.
Islamic History
Period of Khilafat-e-Raashida. Period of Ummayyads. Period of Abbasids.
Social system of Islam
Basic Concepts of Social System of Islam. Elements of Family. Ethical
Values of Islam.
Reference Books:
1.
Hameed ullah Muhammad, “Emergence of Islam” , IRI, Islamabad
2.
Hameed ullah Muhammad, “Muslim Conduct of State”
3.
Hameed ullah Muhammad, ‘Introduction to Islam”
4.
Mulana Muhammad Yousaf Islahi, Hussain Hamid Hassan, “An Introduction
to the Study of Islamic Law” leaf Publication Islamabad, Pakistan.
5.
Ahmad Hasan, “Principles of Islamic Jurisprudence” Islamic Research
Institute, International Islamic University, Islamabad (1993)
6.
Mir Waliullah, “Muslim Jurisprudence and the Quranic Law of Crimes”,
Islamic Book Service (1982)
7.
H.S. Bhatia, “Studies in Islamic Law, Religion and Society” Deep & Deep
Publications New Delhi (1989)
8.
Dr. Muhammad Zia-ul-Haq, “Introduction to Al Sharia Al Islamia” Allama
Iqbal Open University, Islamabad (2001).