Department of Basic Science
The Department of Basic Science started right from the inception of the college. This department lays the foundation of engineering students. Conceptual Knowledge with related practical in Basic Science forms the base of Engineering. This Department is devoted to foster the fundamental principles and understanding of science to enhance the students’ basic knowledge of Engineering. Its objective is to provide value-based education to the budding scientists and engineers. The Department comprises of different subjects like Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry, and English. Our core strength is the dedicated and highly qualified and experienced faculty of the department, who make consistent efforts to improve the teaching learning process. Besides academics, the Department is actively involved in the development of students’ personality, communication and soft skills to prepare them to step into the modern and globally competitive environment. The department has state-of-the-art laboratories and advanced department library facilities. The students are motivated to participate in Science exhibitions and projects to foster technical knowledge. It also encourages students to participate in NSS and Social and awareness programs like Blood Donation, charity and environmental awareness programs. The Dept provides opportunities for the students to join various events like study trip, tech fest etc. in addition to other extracurricular activities like Quiz, Workshop etc.
Facts that make us Unique
Vision: To provide dynamic, innovative and interdisciplinary quality education that fosters practical learning and applied research in different disciplines of Engineering.
Our First Mission
To build scientific temperament by providing solid educational foundation to the graduates incorporating the basics of Physics, Mathematics, Chemistry, English and other liberal studies.
Our Second Mission
To provide an ambiance that promotes the applications of fundamental principles of applied sciences to benefit the society.
Our Third Mission
To provide education and opportunity for students with diverse abilities to enhance their personal and professional growth.
Our Fourth Mission
To attain academic excellence and keep abreast of scientific developments that enables the students to achieve their full potential.
Head of Department
| Name | Nidhi Shukla |
| Designation | Assistant Professor & Head, Department of Basic Sciences, CIST |
| Qualification | B.Sc., M.Sc. (Physics), B.Ed., Pursuing Ph.D. |
| Experience | Ms. Nidhi Shukla is a dedicated academic professional with over a decade of teaching experience in Physics. She is currently pursuing her Ph.D. and serves as the Head of the Department of Basic Sciences at CIST, Bhopal. Her academic background is rooted in Physics, and she holds both undergraduate and postgraduate degrees in the subject along with a B.Ed. |
| Expertise: | Solid-state Physics, Semiconductor Applications, Solar Cell Technology She has published research papers in reputed journals, including a Scopus-indexed and a UGC Care-listed journal. Her recent work explores the application of artificial intelligence in enhancing solar cell performance. She has presented papers at national and international conferences and actively participates in FDPs, workshops, and webinars to stay abreast of academic advancements. |
| Publications | • Published in Scopus and UGC Care Journals • Presented papers at multiple international and national conferences • Regular participation in FDPs, STTPs, and academic webinars |
| Personal Description: | I am a self-motivated, innovative, and team-oriented educator with a positive outlook. I bring enthusiasm, leadership, and strong organizational skills to both academic and administrative responsibilities, consistently working toward student growth and the overall development of the institution |
Laboratory Facilities:
A four year Bachelor of Engineering course is offered in different branches- ME, CE, CS, EC, EX. Accordingly, the laboratories have the following purposes and goals:
- To provide an experimental foundation for the theoretical concepts introduced in the lectures. It is important that students have an opportunity to verify some of the ideas for themselves.
- To familiarize students with experimental apparatus, the scientific method, and methods of data analysis so that they will have some idea of the inductive process by which the ideas were originated. To teach how to make careful experimental observations and how to think about and draw conclusions from such data.
- To introduce the methods used for estimating and dealing with experimental uncertainties, including simple ideas in probability theory and the distinctions between random (statistical) and systematic "errors."
- To learn how to write a technical report which communicates scientific information in a clear and concise manner?
- To introduce new concepts and techniques which have a wide application in experimental science, but have not been introduced in the standard courses.
Recent Highlights
• National Science Day – February 2025:
B.Tech 1st Year Activity Report (Jan–March 2025) The Department of Basic Sciences, CIST, celebrated National Science Day 2025 with Rangoli, Speech, and Poster Competitions, along with a guest lecture by eminent scientists. The event inspired scientific thinking and creativity among students.
Rangoli Making Competition
Rangoli Making Competition @ CIST Lobby
Lecture by Eminent Speaker .
National Science Day 2025 - Valedictory Session
• Industry Visit Under 1st Year Induction Programme
Achievements of First-Year Students
• Regional Science center Competition (March 2025):
1: Winners: Team khushi and mitali from AIML 1ST YEAR ( Detail in soft copy provided)
2: Participated in a compition organized at regional Science centre, Bhopal and secured 1st prize.
Participated & Won Prizes at Vigyan Mela
Sports Activity : Participated in State Level Net Ball
