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AT1288: WEST ASIAN STUDIES [2103]
West Asia as a Region: The definition of region, the countries that constitute it, commonalities and differences between them,
Geostrategic Significance of West Asia in the world: Conflict formation in the Region and Oil Politics, Major Conflicts in the
Middle East since 1945, Role of Regional powers: The politics of Conflict and the failure of peacemaking in the region , Israel :
The source of tension and the source of legitimacy for the Regimes, Rise of Arab Uprisings, Crisis – Syrian, Yemeni, Iraqi and
Bahrain Turmoil, Egypt’s influence and role of Muslim Brotherhood , Iran: Pre and Post ouster of Shah of Iran , Iran Nuclear
Crisis : US – Iran relations since 1979 : Iran & rise of Shia Crescent , Rise of Islamic Fundamentalism : Hamas and Hezbollah in
fomenting Regional Conflagration , Geopolitics of Energy Security : Geo Economics and Oil Politics , Rise of Islamic
Fundamentalism, Attempts at peace-making and peace-building in the region.
References:
1. Roy, Meena Singh (2014) Emerging Trends in West Asia: Regional and Global Implications, Pentagon Press: New Delhi.
2. Braun, A. (1987). The Middle East in Global Strategy, Westview Press: Boulder and Colarado.
3. Dalacoura, K. (2011). Islamist Terrorism and Democracy in the Middle East, Cambridge University Press: Cambridge.
4. Guazzone, L. ed. (1997). The Middle East in Global Change: The Politics and Economics of Interdependence versus
Fragmentation, MacMillan: London:
5. Halliday, F. (2005). The Middle East in International Relations: Poweer, Politics and Ideology, Cambridge University
Press: Cambridge.
6. Kumaraswamy, P.R. (2009). The A-Z oj the Arab-Israeli Conflict, Scarecrow Press: Maryland.
7. Lynch, M (ed.), (2014). The Arab Uprisings Explained: New Contentious Politics in the Middle East , Columbia University
Press: New York.
8. Milton – Edwards, Beverly & Peter H. (2008). Conflicts in the Middle East since 1945, Third Edition, New York:
Routledge.
9. Pradhan, P.K. (2016). Geopolitical Shifts in West Asia: Trends and Implications, New Delhi: Pentagon Press.

AT1289: INTRODUCTION TO INDIAN MUSIC [2103]
Definition and explanations of the following: Naad, Shruti, Swar, Saptak, Thaat & Raag; Elementary Knowledge of various
forms of Indian Music i.e. Dhrupad, Dhamar, Khayal, Thumri, Tarana, Tappa, Geet, Gazal & Bhajan; General knowledge of the
following Talas-Tritaal, Ektaal, Jhaptaal, Kaharwa & Dadra ( To write the Thekas or Notation); Classification of Indian
Instruments; Brief study of the following Ragas:- Rag Yaman, Bhupali, Bhairav & Bihag. (To write Alankar, Aaroh, Avroh,
Pakad & Composition); Presentation of Alankaar, Aaroh, Avroh, Pakad and composition (Bandish) of the following Ragas:
Raag Yaman, Bhupali, Bhairav & Bihaag; Presentation of Bhajan / Geet / Gazal or playing any Dhun; Narration of 'Bol' and
mark time on hand of the following Talas-Tritaal, Ektaal, Jhaptaal, Keharva & Dadra.
References:
1. Bhatkhande, V.N. (2007)., Indian Sangeet Paddati Shastra; Sangeet Karyalaya Hathras.
2. Bhatkhande, V.N. Kramik Pustak Maalika Parts – 1, 2, 3, 4; Sangeet Karyalaya Hathras.
3. Popley, H.A. (1921). Music of India. Oxford University Press, Calcutta.
4. Misra, L. (2002).Bharatiya Sangeet Vadya. Lokodya Granthmala, Bharatiya Jnanpith, New Delhi.
5. Sangeet Vishaarad - by Basant; Sangeet Karyalaya, Hathras.
6. Ranade, G. H. (1939), Indian Music: Its physics and aesthetics; Popular Prakashan, Mumbai.
7. Strangeways; A.H.Fox (1996) Music of Hindustan; Oxford University Press, Calcutta.
8. Bandyopadhyaya S. (1995), The Origin of Raga: Munshiram Manoharlal Publishers Pvt. Ltd., New Delhi.

AUTOMOBILE ENGINEERING

AU2080: FUNDAMENTALS OF AUTOMOBILE ENGINEERING [3 0 0 3]
Evolution of Automobile engineering, Automotive engines, different types of chassis and frame, ignition system, lubrication system,
carburettor and injection system. Steering systems and axles: Steering systems, Front Axles, Rear axles, Brake Introduction, classification,
construction, function, operation of mechanical, hydraulic, disc, drum, Power brakes, Air brakes, vacuum brakes. Transmission System:
clutch, Gear box and differential, Suspension: construction, operation and spring materials, leaf springs, coil springs, torsion bar, rubber
springs, air bellows, pneumatic suspension, hydraulic suspension, Wheels and Tyres. Basic wiring diagram of vehicle electrical system, Vehicle
air conditioning: Introduction, construction and working of compressor, condenser, evaporator and expansion devices.
References:
1. S K Gupta, A text book of automobile engineering, S. Chand, 2014.
2. K Singh, Automobile engineering- (Vol.1), Standard Publication Distributor, 2012.
3. R B Gupta, Automobile engineering, Satya Prakashan, 2012.
4. N K Giri, Automotive Mechanics, Khanna Publications, 2003.

AU2081 FUNDAMENTALS OF ELECTRIC AND HYBRID VEHICLE [3 0 0 3]
Fundamentals of Vehicle Propulsion, vehicle resistances, powertrain characteristics, vehicle performance, braking, tires. Batteries- Types,
Parameters, Capacity, Charge / Discharge rate, SOC, DOD, Battery pack Design, Safety issues and hazards. Overview of Electric vehicles -
Hybrid Electric vehicles architectures, Types – series, parallel, mild, complex configurations, Plug in hybrid electric vehicle – Design – Drive
train, sizing of components. Vehicle simulation (simulation model, standard drive cycles). Electric Machine fundamentals (motional voltage,
EMF), simple DC machines (induced voltage, force and torque, DC machine back emf and torque, simple reluctance motor). DC machines,
Three phase AC machines. Induction machines. Permanent magnet machines. Switched reluctance machines. Power electronic switches.
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