1. First Year Fall Semester Courses

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Introduction to programming languages, Different generations of Languages (1GL,2GL,3GL,4GL,5GL) Basic Programming Constructs, Introduction to problem solving, role of compiler and linker, Pre-processor Directives, introduction to algorithms, Basic data types ,Variables, (Local and Global) , Constants input/output constructs, Types of Operators (Unary, Binary, Ternary), Relational Operators, Arithmetic Operators, Assignment Operators, Logical Operators, prefix and Postfix Increment and Decrement Operators, Repetition Structures. Loops (FOR, WHILE, DO WHILE) Conditional Structures (If, If-Else, Switch), Break and Continue, Introduction to Arrays, Multidimensional arrays, Functions and Procedures, Function Overloading, how to pass an array to a function (Pass by value and Pass By reference), Introduction to modular programming, string and string operations, Structures, pointers/references, static and dynamic memory allocation, File I/O operations.

1. Python 3 Object Oriented Programming, Dusty Phillips, 3rd ed.,Packet Publishing, 2018.
2. Let us C, Yashavant  Kanetkar, 18th ed., Jones & Bartlett Publishers, 2022.
3. C++ How to Program, Paul J. Deitel and Harvey Deitel, 10th ed.,Prentice Hall,2017.

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Introduction to IT, recent advances in IT, IT systems, Development of the modern Computer. Introduction to Software, data structures, coding. Programming and problem-solving algorithms. Data types and representation. The basic organization of computers, Number systems. Introduction to Data Communication, Database, Information Systems and MIS, Networks & Internet concepts.

1. Fundamentals of Information Technology,Anoop Mathews,Alpha Science International Limited,2013.
2. Introduction of Computers, Peter Norton,7th ed., Glencoe/McGraw-Hill,2017.

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Fundamentals: Kinetics, potential, vibrational and rotational energies. Electricity and Magnetism: Charge, Ohm's Law, Direct and Alternating currents, capacitance and inductance (self and mutual inductance), Kirchoff”s Laws, thermo-electricity, Seebeck and Peltier effects. Galvanometer, Ammeter and Voltmeter, Cathode-Ray Oscilloscope, Magnetic Properties (permeability and susceptibility), diamagnetism, paramagnetism and ferromagnetism. Induction coil and transformer. Electronics: Semiconductors, P-type, N-type semiconductors, PN-diode and its characteristics, PNP and NPN transistors and their characteristics. Optics & Laser Physics: Interference, diffraction and polarization phenomena. Laser stimulated emission, the population in version, laser application. Modern Physics: Atomic structure, Black body radiation, Photon, de-Broglie's Waves, photoelectric effect, Compton effect, Mass-Energy conversion relation. Nuclear structure, Radioactivity, Alpha, Beta and Gamma particles and their properties. Radioactivity. Decay Theorem, Half-life X-Rays, characteristics and applications of X-Rays, Liquid-drop model, Fission and Fusion processes, Nuclear Reactor, Nuclear radiation, Hazards and safety. Thermodynamics and Cyrogenics: Heat, Temperature and internal energy, Laws of thermodynamics (Zeroth, 1st,2nd and 3rd laws),Concept of entropy, Cyrogenics, low temperature, method of production of low temperature (joule-Kelvin Effect, Adiabatic demagnetisation).

1. Physics Volume 1, David Halliday, Robert Resnick and Kenneth S. Krane,5th ed.,Wiley,2004.
2. Physics Volume 2  David Halliday, Robert Resnick and Kenneth S. Krane,5th ed.,Wiley,2010.

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Listening: types of listening, problems in listening and coping strategies, listening skills, sub skills, practice in listening, note taking: techniques for taking notes from lectures, from books, note taking in different forms paragraphs, points, figures, processes, tables, graphs etc. vocabulary development: enhancing current vocabulary to reflect a better usage of words in spoken and written language, tips/ strategies in vocabulary enhancement, practice in vocabulary development. Reading: reading skills, sub skills, reading comprehension levels, reading strategies, reading practice through variety of reading texts and comprehension exercises, beyond reading (outline, précis, speech and presentation). Writing: process of writing, informal writing strategies, writing correctly: sentence structure and punctuation, error correction, paragraphs: structure, types, topic and the topic sentence, and unity, adequate development and coherence in paragraphs, essays: types, five paragraphs long essays, and structure (thesis statement and the paragraphs), short reports: structure, format, and types (informational and analytical), letters: elements, style, formatting (digital letter writing), organization and structure of the letter, and types (routine requests and intimation, invitation, thank you and condolence letters etc.).

1. Cambridge vocabulary for IELTS, Pauline Cullen, Cambridge University Press, 2008.
2. English Vocabulary in Use (upper intermediate), Michael Mcarthy & Felicity O’Dell, 4th ed.,Cambridge University Press, 2017.
3. Oxford Practice Grammar, John Eastwood , Oxford University Press, 2006.
4. Academic Listening Encounters: Human Behaviour, Miriam Espeseth, Cambridge University Press, 2004.
5. Study Listening,Lynch, 2nd ed., Cambridge University Press, 2007.
6. Themes for Listening and Speaking Teacher’s,Carole Robinson and Helen parker, 2nd ed., Oxford University Press, 1986.
7. Making Connections: A strategic Approach to Academic Reading, Kenneth J. Pakenham, 2nd ed.,Cambridge University Press,2005.
8. Study Reading,Glendining and Holmstrom,2nd ed.,Cambridge University Press,2007.
9. Writing and the Write, Frank Smith, 2nd ed.,Heinemann Educational Books, 1994.
10. Connections – A Guide to basics of writing, Peter Dow Adams, 2nd ed., Little Brown and Company, 1991.
11. College Writing skills,John Langan and Zoe Albright,10th ed., Irwin McGraw Hill,2018.
12. The Elements of International Style: A Guide to writing correspondence, reports,Technical Documents, and internet pages for a global Audience,Edmond H. Weiss,1st ed.,Prentice Hall,2005.

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COURSE CONTENTS Land of Pakistan; Geopolitical and strategic importance of Pakistan, Geo−physical conditions of Pakistan, Natural recourses: minerals, water and power; Constitutional Process in Pakistan, Early efforts to make a constitution (1947−1956); problems and issues, Salient features of the constitution of 1956 and its abrogation; Salient features of the constitution of 1962 and its abrogation; Constitutional and political crisis of 1971, Salient features of the constitution of 1973; Constitutional developments since 1973 to date with special reference to the amendments to the constitutions; Economy of Pakistan: A brief survey of Pakistan Economy, An overview of current economic situation in Pakistan, problems, issues and future prospects; Social Issues: Pakistani Society and Culture−Broad features, Citizenship: national and international, Literacy and education in Pakistan: problems and issues, tate of Science and Technology in Pakistan: A comparison with other countries with special reference to the Muslim world; Environmental Issues, Environmental pollution and its hazards: causes, and solutions, Environmental issues in Pakistan: government policies and measures and suggestions for improvement, Pakistan’s role in the preservation of nature through international conventions / treaties; Pakistan’s Foreign Policies; A brief survey of Relation with Neighbours, Super Powers; A brief survey of Relation with the Muslim World; Human Rights; Conceptual foundations of Human Rights, Constitutional Provisions of Human rights; The international treaties and obligations, State of human rights in Pakistan; Historical and Ideological perspective of Pakistan movement; Two nation theory, Factors for creation of Pakistan, Quaid−i−Azam and demand for Pakistan.

1. Pakistan Studies, Muhammad Raza Kazmi, Oxford University Press,2007.
2. Constitutional and Political History of Pakistan,Hamid Khan, 3rd ed., Oxford University Press, 2013.
3. Pakistan’s Foreign Policy, Abdul Sattar, 5th ed., Oxford University Press,2020.
4. Issues in Pakistan’s Economy, Akbar Zaidi, 3rd ed., Oxford University Press, 2015.