Information
| Unit | FACULTY OF SCIENCE AND LETTERS |
| PHYSICS PR. | |
| Code | FZ330 |
| Name | Modern Physics II |
| Term | 2018-2019 Academic Year |
| Semester | 6. Semester |
| Duration (T+A) | 4-0 (T-A) (17 Week) |
| ECTS | 7 ECTS |
| National Credit | 4 National Credit |
| Teaching Language | Türkçe |
| Level | Üniversite Dersi |
| Type | Normal |
| Label | C Compulsory |
| Mode of study | Yüz Yüze Öğretim |
| Catalog Information Coordinator | Prof. Dr. AYSUN AKYÜZ |
| Course Instructor |
Prof. Dr. AYSUN AKYÜZ
(Bahar)
(A Group)
(Ins. in Charge)
|
Course Goal / Objective
This course aims to understand the basic concepts of atomic and molecular physics.
Course Content
In this course, Quantum Theory of the Hydrogen Atom: Schrödinger equation for the hydrogen atom, separation of variables, quantum numbers,Quantum numbers, electron probability density, radiative transitions, selection rules, Zeeman effect, Many electron atoms: Electron Spin, exclusion principle, symmetric and antisymmetric wave functions, Periodic Table, atomic structures,Spin-Orbit coupling, total angular momentum, X-ray spectra, Atomic Spectra, Molecules: the molecular bond, electron sharing, the hydrogen molecule, complex molecules,Rotational energy levels, vibrational energy levels, electronic spectra of molecules, Statistical Mechanics: Statistical Distributions, Maxwell-Boltzmann statistics, molecular energies in an ideal gas, Quantum Statistics,Rayleigh-Jeans formula, Planck radiation law, specific heat of solids.Free electrons in a metal, electron energy distribution, solving problems related to the subject.Elementary particles: interaction of charged particles, leptons, hadrons, elementary particle quantum numbers, quarks,Field bosons, Standard Model, history of the universe are described.
Course Precondition
Resources
Notes
Raymond A. Serway, Robert J. Beichner (Çeviri Editörü: Prof. Dr. Kemal Çolakoğlu), Fen ve Mühendislik için Fizik-3 (Modern Fizik), Palme Yayıncılık, Ankara, 2005.
Course Learning Outcomes
| Order | Course Learning Outcomes |
|---|---|
| LO01 | Understands the difference between classical and modern physics concepts of atomic and molecular physics |
| LO02 | Describe the new concepts that will be basis for the quantum mechanics |
| LO03 | Distinguish the importance of modern physics and its place in our life |
| LO04 | Evaluates the theoretical and practical knowledge acquired in this field to other fields |
| LO05 | To understand the basic mathematical tools of quantum physics |
| LO06 | evaluates the environment of subatomic particles |
| LO07 | To learn the basic researches and methods in theoretical and experimental physics. |
| LO08 | To gain the basic knowledge to carry out original studies in this field |
Relation with Program Learning Outcome
| Order | Type | Program Learning Outcomes | Level |
|---|---|---|---|
| PLO01 | - | Explain the basic concepts and principles in the field of physics. | 4 |
| PLO02 | - | Evaluate the developmets in the field of Physics by using scientific methods and techniques. | 4 |
| PLO03 | - | Combine the knowledge in the field of physics with the other scientific area. | 4 |
| PLO04 | - | Identify problems in the field of physics and for the solutions apply the analytical and simulative methods. | 3 |
| PLO05 | - | Explain the methods of producing scientific knowledge in the field of physics. | 4 |
| PLO06 | - | Reach the Information in the field of physics, for the purpose of classification, and uses. | 4 |
| PLO07 | - | Use the advanced theoretical and practical knowledge acquired in the field of physics. | 4 |
| PLO08 | - | Design experiments in the field of physics. | 4 |
| PLO09 | - | Inform the specialist or non-specialist groups, orally or in writing on issues related to physics. | 4 |
| PLO10 | - | Use the information technologies in Physics area for their purpose. | 5 |
| PLO11 | - | Take responsibility as a team or alone to overcome the problems encountered in the field of physics . | 4 |
| PLO12 | - | Plan and manage the activities for the professional developments of emplyees under his/her responsibilities. | 4 |
| PLO13 | - | Classify, use and critically evaluate the knowledg taken by his/her efforts. | 4 |
| PLO14 | - | Know that learning process is life-long and acts accordingly. | 4 |
| PLO15 | - | Both with colleagues, as well as off the field of builds relationships ethically use information, communication technologies. Define necessities in learning in scientific, social, cultural and artistic areas and improve himself/herself accordingly. | 4 |
| PLO16 | - | Have knowledge of a foreign language at least monitoring developments in the field of physics. | 2 |
| PLO17 | - | Know the importance of individual development. | 4 |
| PLO18 | - | Monitor the developments in the field of physics, learn and evaluate in terms of social ethics. | 4 |
Week Plan
| Week | Topic | Preparation | Methods |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Quantum Theory of the Hydrogen Atom: Schrödinger equation for the hydrogen atom, separation of variables, quantum numbers, | Study the relevant chapter in the book | |
| 2 | Quantum numbers, electron probability density, luminescence transitions, election rule | Study the relevant chapter in the book | |
| 3 | Zeeman effect, problem solving related to the subject. | Study the relevant chapter in the book | |
| 4 | Atoms with multible electrons: electron spin, exclusion principle, Symmetric and antisymmetric wave functions, periodic table, structures in the atom. | Study the relevant chapter in the book | |
| 5 | Spin-Orbit correlation the total angular momentum, X-ray spectra, Atomic Spectra, the problem-solving related to the subject | Study the relevant chapter in the book | |
| 6 | Molecules: Molecule bonds, electron sharing, hydrogen molecule, complex molecules | Study the relevant chapter in the book | |
| 7 | Rotation energy levels, vibration energy levels, electron spectrum of the molecules, solving problems related with the subject | Study the relevant chapter in the book | |
| 8 | Mid-Term Exam | an overview | |
| 9 | Statistical Mechanics: Statistical Distributions, Maxwell-Boltzmann statistic, molecular energies in an ideal gas, Quantum Statistics, | Study the relevant chapter in the book | |
| 10 | Rayleigh-Jeans correlation, Plank radiance law, specific heat of the solids | Study the relevant chapter in the book | |
| 11 | The free electrons in a metal, the electron energy distribution, solving problems related to the subject. | Study the relevant chapter in the book | |
| 12 | Elementary particles: the interaction of charged particles, leptons, hadrons, the elementary quantum numbers of particles, quarks, | Study the relevant chapter in the book | |
| 13 | Field bosons, the Standard Model, history of the universe. | Study the relevant chapter in the book | |
| 14 | Field bosons, the Standard Model, history of the universe. | Study the relevant chapter in the book | |
| 15 | Solving problems related to the subject. | Study the relevant chapter in the book | |
| 16 | Term Exams | an overview | |
| 17 | Term Exams | an overview |
Assessment (Exam) Methods and Criteria
| Assessment Type | Midterm / Year Impact | End of Term / End of Year Impact |
|---|---|---|
| 1. Midterm Exam | 100 | 40 |
| General Assessment | ||
| Midterm / Year Total | 100 | 40 |
| 1. Final Exam | - | 60 |
| Grand Total | - | 100 |