K.Ramakrishnan College oF Engineering

Physics

About Department

Learning Physics helps us to understand how the world around us works. The knowledge of Physics is the very basis for most modern technology and studying Physics strengthens quantitative reasoning and problem-solving skills that are valuable in areas beyond Physics. Majoring in Physics provides the graduate student the excellent career platform to train the mind in all branches of engineering and information/computer science disciplines.

The department has well-qualified and dedicated faculty members. The department has grown together in strength, imparting quality education in basic sciences to the needy and weaker sections of the society. The department is proud to boast of a fully-fledged Physics Laboratories. Notable among the equipments are Photocurrent Apparatus, Hall-Effect Apparatus, Lee’s disc Apparatus, Fiber optics, Laser Apparatus etc.,

Currently the department has started the Research and Development (R&D) laboratory with Spin Coating Unit, Magnetic stirrer, Hot-air Oven and sonicator. The department takes initiatives to conduct FDP, workshops, seminars, international level conferences regularly to motivate the students to update themselves with the knowledge in new fields and areas towards industrial applications.

Vision

To bestow solid foundation in the fundamental of physics to students.
To provide students a higher level learning in engineering& technology.

Mission

To provide quality teaching through experienced faculty with well-equipped laboratory.
To begin self-learning in laboratory classes.
To conduct periodical seminar to create awareness of the latest trends in science and technology.

Faculty Details

S.No	Name	Designation	Qualification	Domain Email ID
1	Dr. R MANIMEGALAI	Assistant Professor & Head	M.Sc., M.Phil., Ph.D.	manimegalai.r@krce.ac.in
2	Dr. V KANNAN	Professor	M.Sc., M.Phil., Ph.D., PGDCA	kannanvsh@krce.ac.in
3	Dr. S BERBETH MARY	Associate Professor	M.Sc., M.Phil., Ph.D.	Berbethmary.s@krce.ac.in
4	Dr. P PRAMILA	Assistant Professor	M.Sc., B.Ed., M.Phil., NET., Ph.D.	pramilastanley@krce.ac.in
5	Dr. S SELVAKUMAR	Assistant Professor	M.Sc., B.Ed., M.Phil., Ph.D.	selvakumars.snh@krce.ac.in

Department Highlights

Faculty members hold Ph.D. degrees in specialized areas including Nonlinear Optical Materials, Crystal Growth, Thin Films, Nanomaterials, Membrane Technology, and Computational Physics.
The department boasts a dedicated Physics Research & Development Laboratory supporting advanced experimental and computational research at undergraduate, postgraduate, and doctoral levels.
Three faculty members were awarded Anna University Research Guideship in recognition of their academic and research contributions.
Equipped with state-of-the-art smart classrooms and well-furnished laboratories, the department ensures hands-on practical learning aligned with Anna University guidelines.
Faculty have published over 50 research articles in reputed international journals, contributed to 11 textbooks, and 10 patents (including design and international patents).
The faculty team has successfully completed more than 25 NPTEL courses, with several members receiving prestigious NPTEL Star Awards for their commitment to quality learning and teaching excellence.
Fully committed to Outcome-Based Education (OBE) principles, with innovative teaching, continuous assessments, and student-centric learning approaches.
The active CRATERS CLUB and ENCRYPT HEUREKA CLUB foster scientific curiosity through workshops, model exhibitions, guest lectures, and inter-departmental technical events.
Faculty members are recognized research supervisors, guiding students in cutting-edge topics and promoting interdisciplinary research collaborations.
The department nurtures student projects in emerging fields such as Thin Films, NLO Materials, Nanomaterials, and Membrane Technology, equipping students with industry-relevant skills and research exposure.

Faculty Achievements

Students Achievements

Event Organized

The Craters Club organized a Project Expo for all first-year students (2024–2025 batch). The event provided students with a platform to showcase their innovative ideas, technical skills, and engineering solutions. It also encouraged creativity, teamwork, and the practical application of theoretical concepts.

The Craters Club organized a guest lecture on "Advanced Nanomaterials for Engineering Applications" on 17.05.2025 for first-year students (2024–2025 batch). The lecture was delivered by Dr. G. Ramalingam from the Department of Nanoscience and Technology, Alagappa University, Karaikudi.

The inauguration ceremony of the Encrypt, Heureka, and Craters Clubs was organized for the first-year students (2025–2026 batch) on 29.08.2025 (Friday). The event was followed by a motivational talk by Ms. Shuwaitha Sri Rathinam Jayakumar, Chairperson and Founder of The Elite Planner. She served as the resource person and delivered the keynote address to the students and faculty members.

The Craters Club organized a technical seminar for all first-year students (2025-2026 batch). The session was conducted by Dr. I. Vetha Potheher, Assistant Professor, Department of Physics, Anna University, BIT Campus, Tiruchirappalli. He delivered the keynote address on the topic "Nanomaterials for Energy Storage Devices" on 06.02.2026.