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Work History
Education
Skills
Languages
Publications and Research
Academic Event Organisation
Administrative Assignments
Timeline
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Sunil Kumar Katoch

Palampur

Summary

Accomplished Physics Lecturer with 27 years of experience in higher-level learning institutions. Teaching load averaged 3 courses per semester for past 27 years.

Impressive subject knowledge and superb communication skills led to desirable student ratings. Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills eager to secure middle-level position.

Ready to help team achieve institution goals. Consistently compliant with organizational policies and curriculum guidelines. Gifted in supplementing textbook content with original materials to better contextualize information and meet course objectives.

Overview

27
27
years of professional experience

Work History

Associate Professor in Physics

Government Of Himachal Pradesh
11.1997 - Current
  • Promoted scientific literacy within the campus community through public lectures, seminars, and outreach events.
  • Organized conferences and workshops to promote knowledge exchange among professionals in the field of physics.
  • Evaluated student performance through exams, assignments, and presentations, providing constructive feedback to foster academic growth.
  • Streamlined course scheduling processes improving efficiency and accommodating better student preferences.
  • Advised undergraduate students on course selection and career paths based on individual interests and goals within the physics discipline.
  • Used variety of teaching strategies and tools to reach diverse learners in physics class.
  • Utilized emerging technology and next-generation learning techniques to effectively deliver course content.
  • Managed student behavior using effective discipline techniques to create safe and inviting learning environment.
  • Taught classroom-based, online and hybrid courses in subjects.
  • Introduced innovative teaching techniques such as flipped classrooms or online resources to enhance student engagement during lectures.

Education

Ph.D. - Experimental Nuclear Physics

University of Delhi
Delhi, India
04.1998

Master of Science - Physics

University of Delhi
Delhi, India
06.1989

Bachelor of Science - Physics

University of Delhi
Delhi
06.1987

Skills

  • Innovative thinking
  • Laboratory Management
  • Teaching Excellence
  • Interdisciplinary Collaboration
  • Experimental Physics Expertise
  • Research Proposal Writing
  • Nuclear physics familiarity
  • Environmental awareness
  • Teamwork and Collaboration
  • Mathematical computation
  • Problem-Solving
  • Problem-solving abilities
  • Time Management
  • Multitasking Abilities
  • Excellent Communication
  • Self Motivation
  • Time management abilities
  • Decision-Making
  • Reliability
  • Lesson Planning

Languages

English
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
Hindi
Intermediate (B1)
Punjabi
Elementary (A2)

Publications and Research

 

 

A: Paper Publications

1. High Spin States in 164Lu, P. Juneja et al ,   63, 1996, 1221

Physical Review C  ISSN 0556-2813

 

2. High Spin States in odd-odd 168Lu, SK Katoch   et al, 4, 1999, 307

The European Journal of Physics A 1434-6001

 

3. High Spin Spectroscopy in Odd-Odd   170Lu, SK Katoch et al, 4, 1997, 5

ZEITSCHRIFT FUR PHYSIK A 1434-6001

 

4. Using Spreadsheets and Computer   Simulation to Approximate pi, Katoch SK,8, 2016 ,44

IOSR Journal of Applied Physics   (IOSR-JAP) e-ISSN:2278-4861

 

5. Modeling and Simulating   Radioactivity in the Physics Laboratory of Under-Graduate Students, Sunil   Kumar Katoch,12, 2020 ,58

IOSR Journal of Applied Physics   (IOSR-JAP) e-ISSN:2278-4861

 

6. Bohr’s Correspondence Principle   Revisited Using MS-Excel Spreadsheet Simulation, Sunil Kumar Katoch, 9, 2020,   22008

International Journal of Current   Advanced Research P:2319-6505

 

7. MS-Excel Spreadsheet Applications   in Introductory Under-Graduate Physics-A Review, Sunil Kumar Katoch, 5, 2020,   48

Journal of Science and Technology 2456-5660

 

8. Nuclear Softness in the ground   state Rotational Bands in Even-Even Yb158-170 Nuclei, Sunil Kumar Katoch, 9,   2020, 22591

International Journal of Current   Advanced Research P:2319-6505

 

B. Books Published as single / co-author or as Editor

 

1. Computational   Physics Skills

Text Book, Single  9789351849711


2. Computational   Physics, Lab-II

Practical Text   Book, Single 9789351840398

 

3. Computational   Physics, Lab-III

Practical Text   Book, Single 9789351844013

 

4. Computer   Applications in Physics

Text 9789384219437

 

C. Research Guidance:

 

M.Phil. = 7

 

D. (i) Training Courses, Teaching-Learning-Evaluation Technology Programmes, Faculty Development Programmes (Not less than one week duration)

 

1

Orientation Programme

4-Weeks

9/5/01   to 5/6/01

Academic Staff College, HP Univ.

  

2

Refresher Course PHYSICS

3-Weeks

17/11/04   to 7/12/04

Academic Staff College, HP Univ.

20

3

Refresher Course PHYSICS

3-Weeks

10/03/06   to 30/03/06

Academic Staff College, HP Univ.

  

4

Refresher Course

I.T.

3-Weeks

2/4/12   to 21/4/2012

Academic Staff College, HP Univ.

 

5

Refresher Course

Environmental Sciences

3-Weeks

27/5/13   to 15/6/2013

Academic Staff College, HP Univ.

 

6

Refresher Course

EVS Studies, Water, Earth &   Environment

3-Weeks

27/10/20   to 10/11/20

CPDHE (UGC-HRDC)

Univ. of Delhi

 

7

Refresher Course

Summer School

3-Weeks

19/10/20   to 01/11/20

HRDC

Gujrat university

 

8

Refresher Course

Physics

3-Weeks

21/11/20   to 4/12/20

HRDC

Univ. of Allahabad

 

9

Refresher Course

Advanced Research   Methodology

2-   Weeks

30/1/21   to 14/2/21

TLC, Ramanujan College, DU


10

Refresher Course

Managing Online   Classes

2-   Weeks

24/3/21   to 7/4/21

TLC, Ramanujan College, DU


11

Refresher Course

Managing Online   Classes

2-   Weeks

2/6/21   to 16/6/21

TLC, Ramanujan College, DU


12

Refresher Course

Physics

2-   Weeks

27/11/21   to 10/11/21

TLC, Ramanujan College, DU


13

Induction Training Programme

1-Week

21/10/13   to 26/10/13

GCTE Dharamsala


14

Office Procedure and Financial Administration

1-Week

24/8/14   to 28/8/14

HIPA, Shimla


15

Computer Interfaced Science Experiments

1-Week

3/10/16   to 8/10/16

IUAC, Delhi


16

Short Term Course on ICT

1-Week

17/5/21   to 23/5/21

HRDC

Gujrat University


17

STC on E-Content Development

1-Week

23/7/20   to 29/7/20

HRDC

Gujrat University


18

FDP on Advanced Pedagogical Techniques

1-Week

29/10/20   to 5/11/20

TLC, Ramanujan College, DU


19

Workshop on MOOCs, Online Courses   & Open Educational Resources

1-Week

7/12/20   to 12/12/20

HRDC

HP University


20

Professional Development Programme on   “Implementation of NEP-2020 For University and College Teachers

2-Week

21/12/22to   31/12/22

IGNOU

New Delhi



D. (II) Papers presented in Conferences, Seminars, Workshops, Symposia

 

1

High Spin States in Odd-Odd 164Lu Nucleus

DAE Symposium on Nuclear Physics, 36B, 1993, 59

DAE   India

International


2

Near Yrast Spectroscopy in 168Lu at High Angular   Momentum

Int. Workshop on Physics with   Recoil Separators and Gamma Detector Arrays, Jan 30-Feb 02, 1995, Nuclear   Science Centre, New Delhi, p-70

Nuclear   Science Centre, New Delhi (India)

International


3

High Spin Band Structures in Odd-Odd 168Lu and 170Lu   Nuclei

DAE Symposium on Nuclear Physics, 39B, 1996, 58.

GB   Pant University (DAE)

International


4.

Role of Physics in Sustainable Development: A Review

National Conference on Transformations for   Sustainable Development in India, April 10-11, 2023

SCVB   Govt. College, Palampur (HP)

National



D(iii). Invited Lectures and Chairmanships at national or international conference / seminar etc.


 

1

Temple Waste Management (Session: Morning)

National Conference on Transformations for   Sustainable Development in India, April 10-11, 2023

SCVB Govt. College, Palampur   (HP)

National



Academic Event Organisation

I organized following events of National and International level:


1. Organized a one-week faculty development programme on the theme of "Research Methodology-Tools and Techniques" from December 20 to 28, 2023.

2.  INTERNATIONAL CONFERENCE   on   Resilient Futures: Adapting to Climate Variabilities in   Agriculture,   Economy, and Environment   [Hybrid Mode]       29th December 2023.

3. An International Workshop entitled “Role of Communication Skills in Career Development” was organised by Career Counselling and Guidance Cell, Shaheed Captain Vikram Batra Government College Palampur (H.P.) in collaboration with Mindanao State University Sulu, Jolo, Sulu Philippines from 19th March – 25th March, 2024 in hybrid mode.

4.  National Conference on "Transformations for Sustainable Development in India", April 2023.


Administrative Assignments

1. Coordinator of IGNOU, Study Centre

2. Coordinator of BCA Course

3. Secretary of Higher Education Society of the College

4. IQAC Coordinator

5. NAAC Coordinator

6. Bursar of the College

7. DDO of the College

Timeline

Associate Professor in Physics

Government Of Himachal Pradesh
11.1997 - Current

Ph.D. - Experimental Nuclear Physics

University of Delhi

Master of Science - Physics

University of Delhi

Bachelor of Science - Physics

University of Delhi
Sunil Kumar Katoch