MSBTE Diploma K Scheme Syllabus for First Semester (All Branches) 2024-25

The Maharashtra State Board of Technical Education (MSBTE) has introduced the K Scheme for diploma students, offering an updated syllabus aligned with modern industry needs. The first-semester syllabus is foundational, designed to give students a strong grounding in core subjects applicable to all engineering branches. Below is a detailed breakdown of the first-semester syllabus common to most branches under the K Scheme.

Basic Mathematics (Course Code: 311302)

Mathematics is a crucial subject that lays the groundwork for technical courses in the diploma curriculum. Topics covered include:

Unit – I Algebra Total Marks: 14

1. Logarithm: Concept and laws of logarithm.
2. Matrices: Matrices, algebra of matrices, transpose, value of determinant of matrix of order 3×3, adjoint and inverse of matrices.
3. Matrices: Solution of simultaneous equations by matrix inversion method.
4. Partial Fractions: Types of partial fraction based on nature of factors and related Problems.
5. Algebra in Indian Knowledge System: Solution of simultaneous equations (Indian Mathematics)

Unit – II Trigonometry Total Marks: 14

1. Trigonometric ratios of allied angles, compound angles, multiple angles (2A, 3A), submultiples angles. (without proof)
2. Factorization and De factorization formulae. (without proof).
3. Inverse Trigonometric Ratios and related problems.
4. Principle values and relation between trigonometric and inverse trigonometric ratios.
5. Trigonometry in Indian Knowledge System: The Evolution of Sine Function in India.
6. Indian Trigonometry: Basic Indian Trigonometry- Introduction and Terminology (From Ancient Beginnings to Nilakantha).
7. Trigonometry in Indian Knowledge System: Pythagorean triples in Sulabasutras.

Unit – III Straight Line Total Marks: 8

1. Straight line and slope of straight line: Angle between two lines, Condition of parallel and perpendicular lines.
2. Various forms of straight lines: Slope point form, two-point form, Double intercept form, General form.
3. Perpendicular distance from a point on the line.
4. Perpendicular distance between two parallel lines.
5. Geometry in Sulabasutras in Indian Knowledge System (construction of square, circling the square). (Indian Mathematics).

Unit – IV Differential Calculus Total Marks: 20

1. Functions and Limits: Concept of function and simple examples.
2. Functions and Limits: Concept of limits without examples.
3. Derivatives: Rules of derivatives such as sum, Product, Quotient of functions.
4. Derivatives: Derivative of composite functions (chain Rule), implicit and parametric functions.
5. Derivatives: Derivatives of inverse, logarithmic and exponential functions.
6. Applications of derivative: Second order derivative without examples, Equation of tangent and normal, Maxima and minima, Radius of curvature.
7. Calculus in Indian Knowledge System: The Discovery of Calculus by Indian Astronomers.(Indian Mathematics).

Unit – V Statistics Total Marks: 14

1. Range, coefficient of range of discrete and grouped data.
2. Mean deviation and standard deviation from mean of grouped and ungrouped data.
3. Variance and coefficient of variance.
4. Comparison of two sets of observation.

This subject helps students develop problem-solving skills and logical reasoning essential for further technical subjects.

Basic Science (Course Code: 311305)

Basic Physics: Physics is vital in understanding the principles that govern engineering mechanics and materials. The syllabus covers:

Unit – I Units and Measurements

1. Unit, physical quantities: fundamental and derived quantities and their units Systems of units: CGS, MKS and SI .
2. Scalar and Vector Physical Quantities.
3. Dimensions, dimensional formula ,Applications of dimensional analysis; correctness of physical equations ,conversion factor for interconversion of units in different systems of units.
4. Errors, types of errors: instrumental, systematic and random error, estimation of errors: absolute, relative and percentage error, significant figures.
5. Ancient astronomical instruments:Chakra, Dhanuryatra , Yasti and Phalaka yantra .
6. Applications of Vernier calipers , Screw gauge .Motion, force, and Newton’s laws

Unit – II Electricity, Magnetism and Semiconductors

1. Concept of charge, Coulomb’s inverse square law, Electric field, Electric field intensity, potential and potential difference.
2. Magnetic field and magnetic field intensity and its units, magnetic lines of force, magnetic flux Electric current, Ohm’s law, specific resistance, laws of series and parallel combination of resistance, conversion of galvanometer into ammeter and voltmeter, Heating effect of electric current .
3. Conductors, Insulators and Semiconductors, Energy bands, intrinsic and extrinsic semiconductors, minority and majority charge carriers.
4. p-n junction diode, Depletion layer I-V characteristics of p-n junction, static and dynamic resistance, applications of p-n junction diode ,: Half wave rectifier.

Unit – III Thermometry and Fiber Optics

1. Heat, temperature, temperature scale: Degree Celsius, degree Kelvin, degree Fahrenheit.
2. Modes of heat transfer: Conduction , Convection and Radiation , Applications in daily life .
3. Boyle’s law, Charle’s law, Gay Lussac’s law, perfect gas statements equations and simple numerical.
4. Law of thermal conductivity ,Newton’s law of cooling.
5. Law of refraction, total internal reflection.
6. Optical fibber: Principle, construction and working Types of Optical fibers;Single mode step index, Multimode step index, Multimode graded index Applications of optical fibers.

Students will perform experiments to solidify theoretical knowledge through hands-on practical’s.

Basic Chemistry: Chemistry plays a significant role in understanding the material properties and their applications. The syllabus for Basic Chemistry includes

Unit – IV Chemical bonding

1. Indian Chemistry:-Philosophy of atom by Acharya Kanad.
2. Electronic theory of valency: Assumptions , Chemical bonds: Types and characteristics of electrovalent bond, covalent bond, coordinate bond, hydrogen bond, metallic bond and Intermolecular forces of attraction.
3. Molecular arrangement in solid, liquid and gases.
4. Structure of solids: crystalline and amorphous solids ,Properties of metallic solid, Unit cell: simple cubic, body center cubic (BCC) , face centre cubic (FCC), hexagonal close pack crystals.

Unit – V Electro chemistry and Metal Corrosion, its prevent ion

1. Electrolyte- Types of electrolyte, ionization and dissociation ,Cathode, Anode, Electrode potential: oxidation and reduction, Mechanism of electrolysis :Electrolysis, Electrochemical series for cations and anions. Mechanism of electrolysis of CuSO4 solution
2. Faraday’s laws of electrolysis: Faraday’s first and second law, relation between electrochemical equivalent and chemical equivalent, Numerical. Applications of electrolysis: Electro-refining of copper and Electroplating.
3. Difference between primary and secondary cell.
4. Corrosion: Definition and Types of corrosion Dry corrosion: Mechanism, Types of oxide film, Wet corrosion :Mechanism hydrogen evolution in acidic medium, oxygen absorption in neutral or alkaline medium ,Galvanic cell action by Daniel cell.
5. Factors affecting the rate of corrosion.
6. Corrosion control: Modification of environment, Use of protective coatings, coating of less active metal like Tin (Tinning), coating of more active metal like Zinc (Galvanizing), Anodic and cathodic protection, Choice of material-using pure metal and using metal alloy

Unit – VI Engineering Materials and Catalysis

1. Paints: Purposes of applying paint, Characteristics of paints, Ingredients of paints, Function and examples of each ingredient.
2. Varnish: Types, Difference between paint and varnishes.
3. Insulators: Characteristics, Classification,Properties and Application of Glass wool Thermocol.
4. Polymer and Monomer : Classification on the basis of Molecular structure, on the basis of monomers (homo polymer and copolymer), on the basis of Thermal behavior(Thermoplastics and Thermosetting).
5. Types Polymerization Reaction, Addition Polymerization, Condensation Polymerization, Synthesis, properties and application of Polyethylene, Polyvinyl chloride, Teflon, Polystyrene, Phenol formaldehyde, Epoxy Resin.
6. Adhesives: Characteristics, Classification and their uses
7. Lubricants: Classification, properties and Applications.
8. Catalysis: Types of catalysis homocatalysis ,heterocatalysis .
9. Catalyst: Types of Catalyst Positive, Negative and Auto-catalyst, Catalytic Promoter and Catalytic inhibitor, Industrial application of catalyst.

The course provides the basis for material science subjects that students will encounter in subsequent semesters.

Communication Skills (English) (Course Code: 311303)

Unit – I Vocabulary

1. Phonetics :Vowels(12) Consonants (24) Diphthongs (8)
2. Prefix & Suffix : . Definition & Examples , List of common prefixes and suffixes
3. Synonyms & Antonyms : Vocabulary expansion , Context & Usage
4. Homophones : Identifying Homophones , Meaning & Context , Vocabulary Expansion
5. Collocations : Definition & identification , Types of collocations

Unit – II Paragraph and Dialogue Writing

1. Types of paragraphs: Technical , Descriptive , Narrative
2. Dialogue Writing: i Greetings ii. Development iii. Closing Sentence

Unit – III Comprehension (Seen and Unseen Passages)

1. Passages from MSBTE workbook 1.Say No to Plastic bags 2.Interview of Dr. APJ Abdul Kalam Maximum Achievements 4.Be Remarkable 5.Arunima Sinha: A Biography 6.Roses of Gratitude
2. Importance of Comprehension
3. Unseen Passages
4. Interpretation of passages in written and Spoken form

Unit – IV Communicative Language

1. Technical objects : i. Heading ii. Description of technical objects
2. Picture Description : i. Situational picture ii. Describe in your own words
3. Diary Entry : i. Date ii. Content iii. Name of the writer
4. Translation of paragraph from English to Marathi/Hindi-Vice versa (Question not to be asked on Translation in Theory Examination)

Unit – V Presentation Skills

1. Dressing & Grooming : i. Dressing for the occasion ii. Proper grooming
2. Speech Writing : i. Situation ii. Salutations iii. Introduction of the topic iv. Description/Body v. Conclusion
3. Power Point Presentation : i. Layout ii. Font size iii. Color combination
4. Kinesics : i. Facial expressions ii Eye contact iii Postures iv Gestures

Fundamentals Of ICT (Course Code: 311001)

Unit – I Introduction to Computer System

1. Basics of Computer System: Overview of Hardware and Software: block diagram of Computer System, Input/Output unit CPU, Control Unit, Arithmetic logic Unit (ALU), Memory Unit
2. Internal components: processor, motherboards, random access memory (RAM), read-only memory (ROM), video cards, sound cards and internal hard disk drives)
3. External Devices: Types of input/output devices, types of monitors, keyboards, mouse, printers: Dot matrix, Inkjet and LaserJet, plotter and scanner, external storage devices CD/DVD, Hard disk and pen drive
4. Application Software: word processing, spreadsheet, database management systems, control software, measuring software, photo-editing software, video-editing software, graphics manipulation software System Software compilers, linkers, device drivers, oper
5. Network environments: network interface cards, hubs, switches, routers and modems, concept of LAN, MAN, WAN, WLAN, Wi-Fi and Bluetooth
6. Working with Operating Systems: Create and manage file and folders, Copy a file, renaming and deleting of files and folders, Searching files and folders, application installation, creating shortcut of application on the desktop.

Unit – II Word Processing

1. Word Processing: Overview of Word processor Basics of Font type, size, colour, Effects like Bold, italic, underline, Subscript and superscript, Case changing options, Previewing a document, Saving a document, Closing a document and exiting application.
2. Editing a Document: Navigate through a document, Scroll through text, Insert and delete text, Select text, Undo and redo commands, Use drag and drop to move text, Copy, cut and paste, Use the clipboard, Clear formatting, Format and align text, Formatting
3. Changing the Layout of a Document: Adjust page margins, Change page orientation, Create headers and footers, Set and change indentations, Insert and clear tabs
4. Inserting Elements to Word Documents: Insert and delete a page break, Insert page numbers, Insert the date and time, Insert special characters (symbols), Insert a picture from a file, Resize and reposition a picture
5. Working with Tables: Insert a table, Convert a table to text, Navigate and select text in a table, Resize table cells, Align text in a table, Format a table, Insert and delete columns and rows, Borders and shading, Repeat table headings on subsequent page
6. Working with Columned Layouts and Section Breaks: a Columns, Section breaks, Creating columns, Newsletter style columns, Changing part of a document layout or formatting, Remove section break, Add columns to remainder of a document, Column widths, Adjust

Unit – III Spreadsheets

1. Working with Spreadsheets: Overview of workbook and worksheet, Create Worksheet Entering sample data, Save, Copy Worksheet, Delete Worksheet, Close and open Workbook.
2. Editing Worksheet: Insert and select data, adjust row height and column width, delete, move data, insert rows and columns, Copy and Paste, Find and Replace, Spell Check, Zoom In-Out, Special Symbols, Insert Comments, Add Text Box, Undo Changes, – Freeze
3. Formatting Cells and sheet: Setting Cell Type, Setting Fonts, Text options, Rotate Cells, Setting Colors, Text Alignments, Merge and Wrap, apply Borders and Shades, Sheet Options, Adjust Margins, Page Orientation, Header and Footer, Insert Page Breaks, S
4. Working with Formula: Creating Formulas, Copying Formulas, Common spreadsheet Functions such as sum, average, min, max, date, In, And, or, mathematical functions such as sqrt, power, applying conditions using IF.
5. Working with Charts: Introduction to charts, overview of different types of charts, Bar, Pie, Line charts, creating and editing charts. Using chart options: chart title, axis title, legend, data labels, Axes, grid lines, moving chart in a separate sheet.
6. Advanced Operations: Conditional Formatting, Data Filtering, Data Sorting, Using Ranges, Data Validation, Adding Graphics, Printing Worksheets, print area, margins, header, footer and other page setup options.

Unit – IV Presentation Tool

1. Creating a Presentation: Outline of an effective presentation, Identify the elements of the User Interface, Starting a New Presentation Files, Creating a Basic Presentation, Working with textboxes, Apply Character Formats, Format Paragraphs, View a Prese
2. Inserting Media elements: Adding and Modifying Graphical Objects to a Presentation – Insert Images into a Presentation, insert audio clips, video/animation, Add Shapes, Add Visual Styles to Text in a Presentation, Edit Graphical Objects on a Slide, Format
3. Working with Tables: Insert a Table in a Slide, Format Tables, and Import Tables from Other Office Applications.
4. Working with Charts: Insert Charts in a Slide, Modify a Chart, Import Charts from Other Office Applications.

Unit – V Basics of Internet and Emerging Technologies

1. World Wide Web: Introduction, Internet, Intranet, Cloud, Web Sites, web pages, URL, web servers, basic settings of web browsers- history, extension, default page, default search engine, creating and retrieving bookmarks, use search engines effectively for
2. Web Services: e-Mail, Chat, Video Conferencing, e-learning, e-shopping, e-Reservation, e-Groups, Social Networking
3. Emerging Technologies: IOT, AI and ML, Drone Technologies,3D Printing.
4. Tools: Docs, Drive, forms, quiz, Translate and other Apps

Yoga And Meditation (Course Code: 311003)

A Diploma Graduate needs a sound body and mind to face the challenging situations in career as employee or as an entrepreneur. Yoga and Meditation brings about the holistic development of an individual and equips with necessary balance to handle the challenges. The age of polytechnic student is appropriate to get introduced to yoga practice as this will help them in studies as well as his professional life.

Moreover, Yoga inculcates discipline in all walks of the life of student. Pranayama practice regulates breathing practices of the student to improve stamina, resilience. Meditation empowers a student to focus and keep calm to get peace of mind. World Health Organization (WHO) has also emphasized the role of yoga and meditation as stress prevention measure. National Education Policy -2020 highlights importance of yoga and meditation amongst students of all ages. Therefore, this course for Diploma students is designed for the overall wellbeing of the student and aims to empower students to adopt and practice “Yoga” in daily life .

Introduction :- Presentations on Introduction to Yoga and its History.

Lab Exp: 1. Perform warming up exercises to prepare the body from head to toe for Yoga.
Lab Exp: 2. Perform all the postures of Surya Namaskar one by one in a very slow pace, after warm up.
Lab Exp 3. Perform multiple Surya Namaskar ( Starting with three and gradually increasing it to twelve) in one go.
Experiment 2 to 4 must be followed by shavasana for self relaxation.
Lab Exp: 4 Perform Sarvangasna,Halasana,Kandharasana (setubandhasana)
Lab Exp: 5 Perform Bhujangasana,Naukasana,Mandukasana
Lab Exp: 6 Perform Paschimottasana,Baddhakonasana,Bharadwajasana.
Lab Exp: 7 Perform Veera Bhadrasana,Vrukshasana,Trikonasana.
Follow up experiment 5 to 7 with shavasana for self relaxation
Lab Exp: 8 Perform Bhastrika, Anulom Vilom Pranayam Kriya
Lab Exp: 9 Practice Kapalbhati Pranayam Kriya
Lab Exp:10 Practice Bhramary Pranayam.
Lab Exp: 11 Perform sitting in Dhyan Mudra and meditating.Start with five minute and slowly increasing to higher durations. (The trainer will explain the benefits of Meditation before practice)

Engineering Workshop Practice

This practical course introduces students to the basics of working in engineering workshops. The syllabus is different as per branch wise. Workshop practice prepares students for hands-on work and familiarizes them with the tools and techniques used in engineering trades.

Engineering Graphics

1. Engineering Graphics is a critical subject, teaching students how to represent engineering objects graphically.
2. The syllabus is different as per branch-wise.
3. This course helps students visualize and create accurate technical drawings, a fundamental skill in any engineering discipline.

Additional Key Aspects of the K Scheme

1. Emphasis on Skill Development: The K Scheme focuses on building technical skills through practical sessions. Students are expected to engage in more hands-on work to ensure a solid practical understanding of theoretical concepts.
2. Environmental and Social Awareness: Subjects like chemistry also cover aspects related to environmental conservation, pollution control, and sustainable development, ensuring students are conscious of the societal impact of their work.
3. Learning Methodology: MSBTE promotes blended learning with theoretical lectures, tutorials, and lab sessions, allowing students to apply theoretical knowledge practically. The emphasis on continuous assessment ensures that students are evaluated on their overall performance throughout the semester, rather than just final exams.

Conclusion

The first semester of the MSBTE Diploma K Scheme syllabus provides a solid foundation across all engineering branches. The balanced mix of core subjects like Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry, and practical-oriented subjects like Engineering Drawing and Workshop Practice ensures that students are well-prepared for advanced technical learning in future semesters.
The K Scheme is crafted to align with industry requirements, ensuring students develop technical and soft skills and prepare them for higher studies and career opportunities in engineering fields.