DEPARTMENT OF PHYSICS
UNIVERSITY OF BENIN
INTRODUCTION
The part-time programme in Industrial Physics lasting six years (12 Semesters) aims at imparting the fundamental principles of Physics to students and giving them a broad based knowledge including related Science disciplines of Chemistry and Mathematics, exposing them to major advances in Physics and its application to industry.
JUSTIFICATION
The conception for this programme was triggered by the fact borne out by experience to the effect that for very many years, most of the best students in Physics had been those who registered as Education/Physics students. Experience also showed that most of these students came back to do an extra year of study in Physics in order to qualify to seek admission to higher degree programme.
Furthermore, through our experience many persons have had to resign their appointments the industry or seek study leave without pay in order to obtain a degree in Physics .
This programme is therefore proposed to:
i. Offer opportunity to all those with NCE qualifications and who are teaching at the moment to obtain a degree in Industrial Physics.
ii. Give opportunity to those working in the various industries to undertake a Part-time programme in Industrial Physics, which will enhance their job positions.
iii. Encourage all other persons who cannot gain admission into the regular programme for a number of reasons to apply for a position of the programme.
FACULTY
The department of Physics is fully equipped with qualified academic and technical staff in addition to equipped laboratory for practical classes.
A. Admission Requirements for the Six-Year Part Time Degree Programme (UME):
Candidates seeking admission into this programme should possess any of the following qualification
At least five ordinary level credit passes in WASC, WAEC SSCE, NECO SSCE WAEC GCE, NECO GCE or at least five merit passes in Teachers Grade Two (TC II) examination or its recognized equivalent in not more than two sittings. The subject should included English language, Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry and either Biology or Agricultural Science subject.
NOTE: The University Central Entrance Examination (UCEE) subjects are:
a. Use of English
b. Physics
c. Chemistry
d. Mathematics
B. Admission Requirements for the Five – Year Part Time Degree Programme (Direct Entry):
In addition to requirement in A above, candidates who possess any of the following qualifications may be considered for admission:
(i) At least, two advanced level passes in the General Certificate of Education (GCE) or Higher School Certificate (HSC) or its recognized equivalent at not more than two sittings. The subjects should include Physics and either of Chemistry or Mathematics.
(ii) At least a merit level in the University of Benin Diploma only in any of the following.
(a) Analytical and Industrial Chemistry (DAIC)
(b) Science Laboratory Technology (DSLT)
(c) Geology (DIG)
(d) Computer Engineering (DICE)
(e) Chemical Engineeting (DICHE)
(f) Maritime Studies, Information and Communication Technology.
(iii) Diploma from other recognized Universites at least an upper credit level pass in the areas listed in B (ii) above
(iv) Ordinary National Diploma (OND) with at least a upper credit level pass in Science Laboratory Technology (SLT), Geology/Mining, Polymer Chemistry, Computer Engineering/Science and any other related subject area from a recognized Polytechnic or College of Technology.
(v) Higher National Diploma (HND) with at least a lower credit level pass in Science Laboratory Technology (SLT) in a relevant area, Computer Engineering and other related subject area from a recognize Polytechnic or College of Technology.
(vi) Nigerian Certificate (NCE) with least a credit level pass in Physics from recognized College of Education. In addition candidates should have at least an overall credit level pass.
(vii) Graduates with Third Class Honours Degree in Science, Engineering and other related subject area from a recognized University.
C. Admission Requirements for the Four–Year Part Time Degree Programme (Direct Entry):
In addition to requirement in A above, candidates who possess any of the qualification is B may be considered for admission.
Note: Waiver for Mature Candidates:
To qualify for admission under this category, a candidate should satisfy the following conditions:
a. Should not be less than 35 years
b. Should have at least five years cognate experience
c. Should possess at least four ordinary level credit passes in WASC, WAEC SSCE, NECO SSCE, WAEC GCE, NECO GCE or at least four merit passes in Teachers’ Grade Two (TC II) examination or its recognized equivalent in not more than two sittings. The subjects should include English Language, Mathematics, Physics and Chemistry or any other science subject – Biology or Agriculture Science subject.
4 – Year Programme
This is for direct entry candidates. Such candidates would start as Year III of the programmes
COURSE OUTLINE
The course outline for this programme is the same as that for the full time student as stated below.
YEAR I
Course Credit Course Title Semester
*PHY109 2 Practical Physics 1
*PHY111 3 Mechanics, Thermal Physics
Props. of Matter 1
*PHY113 3 Waves, Vibrations and Optics 1
+MTH110 3 Algebra & Trigonometry 1
+MTH112 3 Calculus 1
+CHM111 3 General Chemistry I 1
*GST111 2 Use of English I 1
*PHY124 4 Electromagnetism &
Modern Physics 2
+MTH123 3 Vectors, Geometry & Statistics 2
+CHM122 3 General Chemistry 2
*GST 121 2 Peace Studies / Conflict Resolution 2
YEAR II
Course Credit Course Title Semester
* PHY 209 2 Practical Physics 1
* PHY 211 2 Mechanics 1
* PHY 212 2 Thermal physics 1
+ MTH213 3 Vector Analysis 1
+ MTH218 3 Mathematical Method 1 1
+ MTH219 3 Statistics 1
+ CHM113 3 Organic Chemistry 1 1
* GST112 2 Philosophy & Logic 1
* PHY223 2 Waves & Optics 2
* PHY224 3 Electromagnetism & Electronics 2
+ MTH125 3 Differential Equation & Dynamics 2
+ CHM124 3 Organic Chemistry 2
* GST122 2 Nigeria People & Culture 2
* GST123 2 History & Philosophy of Science 2
* Core courses + Mandatory Courses
YEAR III
Course Credit Course Title Semester
* PHY215 2 Atomic & Nuclear Physics 1
* PHY311 2 Quantum Mechanic 1
* PHY314 2 Electromagnetic Theory 1
+ CSC212 3 Fortran Programming 1
·CHM205 2 Practical Chemistry 1 1/2
·CHM211 4 Organic Chemistry 1
+ CHM213 3 Physical Chemistry 1
* PHY322 2 Thermodynamics 2
·CHM221 3 Inorganic Chemistry 2
+ CHM223 3 Physical Chemistry II 2
+ MTH328 3 Mathematical Methods 2
* GST121 2 Use of English II 2
YEAR IV
Course Credit Course Title Semester
* PHY309 2 Practical Physics 1
* PHY315 2 Metallurgy & Material Science 1
* PHY316 2 Biophysics 1
* PHY317 2 Geophysics 1
* PHY318 2 SolidState Physics 1
+ MTH336 3 Vector Field Theory 1
+ CED300 2 Center for Entrepreneurship
Development 1
* PHY399 – Industrial Training 2
* Core courses + Mandatory Courses · Electives
YEAR V
Course Credit Course Title Semester
* PHY309 2 Practical Physics 1
* PHY411 3 Metallurgy & Material Science 1
* PHY412 2 Statistical Physics 1
* PHY414 2 Electromagnetic Theory 1
* PHY415 2 Nuclear Physics 1
* PHY417 3 Biophysics 1
* PHY323 2 Waves & Optics 2
* PHY325 2 Atomic & Nuclear Physics 2
* PHY326 2 Electronics 2
* PHY329 2 Mathematical Physics 2
* PHY421 2 Quantum Physics 2
+ PHY423 2 Modern Optics 2
* PHY425 2 Exploration Geophysics 2
YEAR VI
Course Credit Course Title Semester
* PHY416 2 Electronics 1
* PHY418 2 SolidState Physics 1
+ PHY426 2 Industrial Electronics &
Quality Control 2
+ PHY422 3 Energy Sources &
Environmental Pollution 2
· PHY427 2 Spectroscopy 1
* PHY499 5 Research Project 1 & 2
+ PRE521 3 Production Management 2
* Core courses + Mandatory Courses · Electives
COURSE CONTENT AND DESCRIPTION
*The same as in full time programme
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