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| Unit | INSTITUTE OF NATURAL AND APPLIED SCIENCES |
| PHYSICS (PhD) | |
| Code | FK558 |
| Name | Monte Carlo Techniques in Particle Physics II |
| Term | 2018-2019 Academic Year |
| Term | Spring |
| Duration (T+A) | 4-0 (T-A) (17 Week) |
| ECTS | 6 ECTS |
| National Credit | 4 National Credit |
| Teaching Language | Türkçe |
| Level | Doktora Dersi |
| Type | Normal |
| Mode of study | Yüz Yüze Öğretim |
| Catalog Information Coordinator | Prof. Dr. EDA EŞKUT |
| Course Instructor |
The current term course schedule has not been prepared yet.
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Course Goal / Objective
The aim of this course is to learn detector geometry, particle traces by using GEANT and ROOT graphics packages.
Course Content
ROOT and GEANT (for GEometry ANd Tracking) Monte Carlo Programs are the content of this course.
Course Precondition
Resources
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Course Learning Outcomes
| Order | Course Learning Outcomes |
|---|---|
| LO01 | Learn the simulation of the passage of particles through matter using Monte Carlo methods. |
| LO02 | Have the basic knowledge about detector geometry and particle tracking |
| LO03 | Have the basic knowledge about detector respons and visualization |
| LO04 | Comprehends to detector illustration technique |
| LO05 | Learn how to draw histograms, graphs and trees |
Relation with Program Learning Outcome
| Order | Type | Program Learning Outcomes | Level |
|---|---|---|---|
| PLO01 | Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal | Based on the qualifications of the MA level, develops and deepens the current and advanced knowledge in the area by unique means of thinking and / or research at mastery level and comes up with original definitions which bring about novelty to the physics area. | |
| PLO02 | Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal | Use the equipment used in the field. | |
| PLO03 | Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal | Gain experience on experimental measurements and their graphical representation with appropriate units and accuracy | |
| PLO04 | Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal | Interpret observational and experimental results. | 3 |
| PLO05 | Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal | Deduce from sources which are obtained by research during the process of preparing proficiency exam. | 2 |
| PLO06 | Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal | Interpret information in their field written and oral | |
| PLO07 | Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal | Demonstrate the knowledge of appropriate mathematical techniques used in physics. | |
| PLO08 | Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal | Has a knowledge about the logic of scientific research. | 3 |
| PLO09 | Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal | Makes use of the conceptual and practical knowledge acquired in the physics field at mastery level. | |
| PLO10 | Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal | Has attained advanced skills to apply research methods in studies related with the physics area. | |
| PLO11 | Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal | Develops a scientific method that brings innovation to science. | 3 |
| PLO12 | Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal | Performs the critical analysis, synthesis and evaluation of new and complicated thought. | |
| PLO13 | Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal | Can demonstrate the ability to perform an independent research in a specific issue related to physics. | |
| PLO14 | Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal | Acts as a leader in environments where it is necessary to solve original and interdisciplinary problems. | |
| PLO15 | Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal | To keep track of the developments in physics and updates himself/herself invariably. | |
| PLO16 | Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal | Can calculate the predictions of a physical theory and compare with the experimental results. | 2 |
| PLO17 | Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal | Comprehends the interdisciplinary interaction with which the physics area is related. | |
| PLO18 | Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal | Shares his/her ideas and suggestions for solutions to the physical problems with experts and non-experts by supporting them with quantitative and qualitative data. | 3 |
| PLO19 | Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal | Can develop original solutions to physical problems. | 2 |
| PLO20 | Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal | Can prepare a scientific article and can publish scientific articles about his/her field in international refereed journals. |
Week Plan
| Week | Topic | Preparation | Methods |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Geometry of the physical layout of the experiment | Study the relevant chapter in the book, internet research should be done | |
| 2 | Absorber selection in detectors | Study the relevant chapter in the book, internet research should be done | |
| 3 | Detecting traces of particles passing through the matter | Study the relevant chapter in the book, internet research should be done | |
| 4 | Detector response when a particle passes through the volume of a detector | Study the relevant chapter in the book, internet research should be done | |
| 5 | Run management which is recording the details of each run (a set of events) | Study the relevant chapter in the book, internet research should be done | |
| 6 | Geometric structure of the detector | Study the relevant chapter in the book, internet research should be done | |
| 7 | Creation of detector volumes | Study the relevant chapter in the book, internet research should be done | |
| 8 | Mid-Term Exam | Prepare for the exam | |
| 9 | Detector illustration technique | Study the relevant chapter in the book, internet research should be done | |
| 10 | Introduction to ROOT: start and quit a ROOT section | Study the relevant chapter in the book, internet research should be done | |
| 11 | Histograms: Creating Histogramsi Filling Histograms, Random Numbers and Histograms, Adding, dividing and multiplying | Study the relevant chapter in the book, internet research should be done | |
| 12 | Draw options in the ROOT | Study the relevant chapter in the book, internet research should be done | |
| 13 | Graphsin the ROOT | Study the relevant chapter in the book, internet research should be done | |
| 14 | Fitting Histograms | Study the relevant chapter in the book, internet research should be done | |
| 15 | Trees | Study the relevant chapter in the book, internet research should be done | |
| 16 | Term Exams | Prepare for the exam | |
| 17 | Term Exams | Prepare for the exam |
Student Workload - ECTS
| Works | Number | Time (Hour) | Workload (Hour) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Course Related Works | |||
| Class Time (Exam weeks are excluded) | 15 | 4 | 60 |
| Out of Class Study (Preliminary Work, Practice) | 15 | 3 | 45 |
| Assesment Related Works | |||
| Homeworks, Projects, Others | 2 | 2 | 4 |
| Mid-term Exams (Written, Oral, etc.) | 1 | 13 | 13 |
| Final Exam | 1 | 28 | 28 |
| Total Workload (Hour) | 150 | ||
| Total Workload / 25 (h) | 6,00 | ||
| ECTS | 6 ECTS | ||