ANNOUNCEMENT
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ACADEMIC FOUNDATION

BASIC SCIENCES &
HUMANITIES.

Providing fundamental mathematical rigor, scientific inquiry, and ethical human values that form the bedrock of all engineering disciplines.

DEPARTMENT OVERVIEW

MATHEMATICS. PHYSICS. CHEMISTRY. VALUES.

The Department of Basic Sciences and Humanities serves as the intellectual cornerstone for all undergraduate engineering programs at SDMIT. Encompassing Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry, English Communication, and Indian Constitution & Ethics, the department nurtures analytical depth and articulate expression.

With fully equipped modern optical physics labs, instrumental chemistry labs, and digital language multimedia labs, first-year students transition seamlessly into engineering thinkers.

๐Ÿงช Chemistry (57+ Pubs) → ๐Ÿ”ฌ Physics VTU Centre → ๐Ÿ“ Mathematics Modelling →
Basic Sciences Laboratory
CORE FACETS

FOUNDATIONAL DISCIPLINES

Engineering Mathematics

Linear algebra, calculus, differential equations, Fourier series, and numerical methods powering engineering modeling.

Engineering Physics

Quantum mechanics, semiconductor physics, lasers, optical fibers, and nanomaterials for hardware architectures.

Engineering Chemistry

Electrochemical cells, battery chemistry, polymers, corrosion science, and environmental water remediation.

Humanities & Language

Professional business communication, technical writing, professional ethics, and Kannada language instruction.

FACILITIES

BASIC SCIENCE LABS.

Hands-on verification of scientific principles for all incoming engineering undergraduates.

Optics & Modern

Engineering Physics Lab

Laser diffraction setups, spectrometer apparatus, ultrasonic interferometers, and four-probe resistivity measurement systems.

Analytical

Engineering Chemistry Lab

Digital conductometers, potentiometers, flame photometers, and viscosity testing gear for rigorous material analysis.

Communication

Digital Language & Soft Skills Lab

Interactive audio-visual headsets and pronunciation software to boost interview confidence, public speaking, and presentation skills.

HEAD OF DEPARTMENT

DR. VIDYA K.

Associate Professor & Head, Department of Basic Sciences

Basic Sciences and Humanities serve as the intellectual bedrock upon which all advanced engineering technologies are built. Our dedicated team of doctorates and researchers in Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry, and Humanities equip first-year engineering students with fundamental scientific rigor, mathematical modelling capabilities, and exemplary ethical communication skills necessary for high-impact engineering careers.

Dr. Vidya K., HOD Basic Sciences
DISTINGUISHED EDUCATORS

DEPARTMENT FACULTY

Our seasoned academicians, doctorates, and researchers across Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry, and Humanities.

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Mathematics Faculty

Dr. Vidya K.
Head of Department

Dr. Vidya K.

Associate Professor & HOD

Ph.D. • Fluid Dynamics
Dr. Shobha P. Jeevandhar
Mathematics

Dr. Shobha P. Jeevandhar

Assistant Professor

Ph.D. • Graph Theory
Dr. Nandish N. S.
Mathematics

Dr. Nandish N. S.

Assistant Professor

Ph.D. • Applied Mathematics
Mr. Rakshith S. K.
Mathematics

Mr. Rakshith S. K.

Assistant Professor

M.Sc. • Numerical Methods
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Physics & Chemistry Faculty

Dr. Naveen Kumar
Chemistry In-Charge

Dr. Naveen Kumar

Associate Professor & HOD In-charge

Ph.D. • Material Chemistry
Ms. Ashwini K.
Chemistry

Ms. Ashwini K.

Assistant Professor

M.Sc. • Synthetic Chemistry
Ms. Sushmitha K.
Physics In-Charge

Ms. Sushmitha K.

Assistant Professor & HOD In-charge

M.Sc. • Applied Physics
Ms. Ashwitha Kumari Jain P.
Physics

Ms. Ashwitha Kumari Jain P.

Assistant Professor

M.Sc. • Condensed Matter Physics
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Humanities & Language Faculty

Ms. Divya Kumari K.
Humanities & Communication

Ms. Divya Kumari K.

Assistant Professor

M.A. • Professional English & Values