Engineering Science — Syllabus & Chapters

The complete syllabus for Engineering Science — every chapter you need to study, and how the exam paper is structured.

What you will study (chapters)

Chapter 1: Velocity, Acceleration and Laws of Motion
Chapter 2: Angular Velocity and Angular Acceleration
Chapter 3: Composition and Resolution of Velocity
Chapter 4: Measurement and Effects of Force
Chapter 5: Moments, Centre of Gravity and Stability
Chapter 6: Pressure in Liquids and Hydraulic Applications
Chapter 7: Air Pressure and Pressure Measuring Instruments
Chapter 8: Temperature and Temperature Scales
Chapter 9: Thermal Expansion of Solids, Liquids and Gases
Chapter 10: Quantity of Heat, Specific Heat and Change of State
Chapter 11: Conduction, Convection and Radiation
Chapter 12: Conversion of Heat and Mechanical Energy

Frequently asked questions

How many chapters are there in Engineering Science?

The Engineering Science syllabus has 12 chapters, listed in full above. Cover the high-weightage chapters first using the exam pattern as a guide.

How do I know which Engineering Science chapters carry the most marks?

Compare the chapter list above with the exam pattern and the last few years of question papers — the topics that appear most often and the units with the highest marks are where to focus first. Always confirm weightage against the official syllabus for your exam year.

Has the Engineering Science syllabus changed this year?

Boards occasionally revise the syllabus or remove topics for a session. Always download the official syllabus for your exact exam year from the official ICSE & ISC portal rather than relying on an older copy or a social-media list.

How can I prepare for Engineering Science faster?

Begin with the most-frequently-asked topics and the last few years of question papers, then test yourself under timed conditions. If you want guided help, you can use the free AI study tutor for Engineering Science — practise past-paper questions and get instant feedback — or a focused Engineering Science study guide that condenses the syllabus into the topics that matter most — both are free to start.