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| Unit | FACULTY OF SCIENCE AND LETTERS |
| PHYSICS PR. | |
| Code | FZK420 |
| Name | Introduction to Astrophysics |
| Term | 2020-2021 Academic Year |
| Semester | 8. Semester |
| Duration (T+A) | 3-0 (T-A) (17 Week) |
| ECTS | 4 ECTS |
| National Credit | 3 National Credit |
| Teaching Language | Türkçe |
| Level | Lisans Dersi |
| Type | Normal |
| Label | E Elective |
| Mode of study | Uzaktan Öğretim |
| Catalog Information Coordinator | Prof. Dr. AYSUN AKYÜZ |
| Course Instructor |
Prof. Dr. AYSUN AKYÜZ
(Bahar)
(A Group)
(Ins. in Charge)
|
Course Goal / Objective
To learn the concepts of astronomy, To recognize the importance of knowing the sky, to know technological innovations related to space science
Course Content
General repetition: 'Night sky, Scales and Dimensions, Team stars, Earth, Solar and Solar system, Astronomy catalogs', Observations in visible frequencies, Optical telescopes, Photometric concepts and brightness, Gravitation and Kepler Laws, Stars, Stellar Spectrum and Classification Radiation from the celestial bodies; Continuous radiation, absorption and emission line spectrum, Star structure, Star formation and Star evolution, Inherent objects
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Course Learning Outcomes
| Order | Course Learning Outcomes |
|---|---|
| LO01 | To know the concepts of astronomy and space science |
| LO02 | Analytical and three-dimensional thinking |
| LO03 | Be able to observe |
| LO04 | Be able toevaluate observation results |
| LO05 | To comprehend the models compatible with the data obtained from astronomical observations |
| LO06 | To be willing to organize activities related to astronomy |
| LO07 | Understanding the connection of astronomy with other sciences |
| LO08 | To be able to use information technologies |
| LO09 | To interpret the effect of developing technology on astronomy |
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 | 5 |
| 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. | 5 |
| PLO10 | - | Use the information technologies in Physics area for their purpose. | 4 |
| PLO11 | - | Take responsibility as a team or alone to overcome the problems encountered in the field of physics . | 3 |
| PLO12 | - | Plan and manage the activities for the professional developments of emplyees under his/her responsibilities. | 3 |
| 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. | 5 |
| 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 | Night sky, Scales and Dimensions, Team stars | İnternet, Kitaplar, Araştırma, Ödev | |
| 2 | Earth, Sun and Solar system, Astronomy catalogs | İnternet, Kitaplar, Araştırma, Ödev | |
| 3 | Electromagnetic waves, Telescopes, Observations at visible frequencies | İnternet, Kitaplar, Araştırma, Ödev | |
| 4 | Optical telescopes, resolution and viewing angle | İnternet, Kitaplar, Araştırma, Ödev | |
| 5 | Photometric concepts and visible and absolute brightness | İnternet, Kitaplar, Araştırma, Ödev | |
| 6 | Gravitation and Kepler Laws, Virial Theorem | İnternet, Kitaplar, Araştırma, Ödev | |
| 7 | Star spectrum, Field equation, HR diagram | İnternet, Kitaplar, Araştırma, Ödev | |
| 8 | Mid-Term Exam | İnternet, Kitaplar, Araştırma, Ödev | |
| 9 | Star clusters, color-magnitude diagrams | İnternet, Kitaplar, Araştırma, Ödev | |
| 10 | Radiation from the celestial bodies; continuous irradiation Synchrotron, Braking radiation | İnternet, Kitaplar, Araştırma, Ödev | |
| 11 | Compton scattering, bound-free transitions | İnternet, Kitaplar, Araştırma, Ödev | |
| 12 | Emission line spectrum, Doppler effect; radial velocity | İnternet, Kitaplar, Araştırma, Ödev | |
| 13 | Star structure; Pressure and temperature gradient, mass distribution and energy production | İnternet, Kitaplar, Araştırma, Ödev | |
| 14 | Star formation; Star evolution before and after mainland, Population I and II stars | İnternet, Kitaplar, Araştırma, Ödev | |
| 15 | Properties of White (Dwarf, Neutron Star, Black Hole) | İnternet, Kitaplar, Araştırma, Ödev | |
| 16 | Term Exams | İnternet, Kitaplar, Araştırma, Ödev | |
| 17 | Term Exams | İnternet, Kitaplar, Araştırma, Ödev |
Student Workload - ECTS
| Works | Number | Time (Hour) | Workload (Hour) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Course Related Works | |||
| Class Time (Exam weeks are excluded) | 14 | 3 | 42 |
| Out of Class Study (Preliminary Work, Practice) | 14 | 3 | 42 |
| Assesment Related Works | |||
| Homeworks, Projects, Others | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Mid-term Exams (Written, Oral, etc.) | 1 | 7 | 7 |
| Final Exam | 1 | 18 | 18 |
| Total Workload (Hour) | 109 | ||
| Total Workload / 25 (h) | 4,36 | ||
| ECTS | 4 ECTS | ||