FZK213 Introduction to Astronomy

4 ECTS - 3-0 Duration (T+A)- 3. Semester- 3 National Credit

Information

Code FZK213
Name Introduction to Astronomy
Semester 3. 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
Mode of study Yüz Yüze Öğretim
Catalog Information Coordinator Prof. Dr. AYSUN AKYÜZ


Course Goal

To learn the concepts of astronomy, To recognize the importance of knowing the sky, to know technological innovations related to space science

Course Content

The scope and importance of Astronomy, Concept of Dimension in the Universe, History of Astronomy, Light and Telescopes, Formation of Solar System and Planets, Sun, The Basic Features of The Other Stars, The Evolution of Stars, The Great Structures in Universe : Galaxies

Course Precondition

none

Resources

Astronomy, The Universe at a Glance, Eric Chaisson - Steve Mcmillan publishing as Addison-Wesley

Notes

In Quest of the Universe, by Theo Koupelis Publisher: ‎Jones & Bartlett Learning


Course Learning Outcomes

Order Course Learning Outcomes
LO01 To know the concepts of astronomy and space science Can describe the universe at large scales.
LO02 Can make observations of some astronomical objects and evaluate the results of the observation.
LO03 To comprehend the models compatible with the data obtained from astronomical observations
LO04 To be willing to organize activities related to astronomy
LO05 Understanding the connection of astronomy with other sciences
LO06 To interpret the effect of developing technology on astronomy


Relation with Program Learning Outcome

Order Type Program Learning Outcomes Level
PLO01 Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal Explain the basic concepts and principles in the field of physics. 2
PLO02 Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal Evaluate the developmets in the field of Physics by using scientific methods and techniques. 2
PLO03 Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal Combine the knowledge in the field of physics with the other scientific area 4
PLO04 Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal Identify problems in the field of physics and for the solutions apply the analytical and simulative methods. 2
PLO05 Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal Explain the methods of producing scientific knowledge in the field of physics 2
PLO06 Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal Reach the Information in the field of physics, for the purpose of classification, and uses. 3
PLO07 Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal Use the advanced theoretical and practical knowledge acquired in the field of physics. 3
PLO08 Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal Design experiments in the field of physics.
PLO09 Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal Inform the specialist or non-specialist groups, orally or in writing on issues related to physics. 2
PLO10 Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal Use the information technologies in Physics area for their purpose. 3
PLO11 Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal Take responsibility as a team or alone to overcome the problems encountered in the field of physics .
PLO12 Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal Plan and manage the activities for the professional developments of emplyees under his/her responsibilities.
PLO13 Beceriler - Bilişsel, Uygulamalı Classify, use and critically evaluate the knowledg taken by his/her efforts.
PLO14 Beceriler - Bilişsel, Uygulamalı Know that learning process is life-long and acts accordingly. 3
PLO15 Yetkinlikler - Bağımsız Çalışabilme ve Sorumluluk Alabilme Yetkinliği 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. 1
PLO16 Yetkinlikler - Bağımsız Çalışabilme ve Sorumluluk Alabilme Yetkinliği Have knowledge of a foreign language at least monitoring developments in the field of physics.
PLO17 Yetkinlikler - Öğrenme Yetkinliği Know the importance of individual development. 2
PLO18 Yetkinlikler - Öğrenme Yetkinliği Monitor the developments in the field of physics, learn and evaluate in terms of social ethics. 2


Week Plan

Week Topic Preparation Methods
1 Known facts, evolving ideas and pioneering discoveries in Astronomy Explain, question-answer, brainstorming Öğretim Yöntemleri:
Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Beyin Fırtınası
2 Sky presentation and concept of dimension in the universe Explain, team work, discussion Öğretim Yöntemleri:
Tartışma, Grup Çalışması, Beyin Fırtınası
3 Historical development of astronomy, astronomy in ancient times Explain, discussion, case study Öğretim Yöntemleri:
Anlatım, Tartışma, Örnek Olay
4 Astronomy in the Renaissance Explain, individual study Öğretim Yöntemleri:
Anlatım, Bireysel Çalışma
5 Ligth, spectra and to generate information from spectra Show, team work, case study Öğretim Yöntemleri:
Gösteri, Grup Çalışması, Örnek Olay
6 Telescopes, development of them and modern dedectors practice and practice, role play, experiment / lab, case study Öğretim Yöntemleri:
Alıştırma ve Uygulama, Rol Oynama, Örnek Olay, Deney / Laboratuvar
7 Formation of Solar System and description of celestial bodies forming the system Explain, show, simulation Öğretim Yöntemleri:
Anlatım, Gösteri, Benzetim
8 Mid-Term Exam review the topics Ölçme Yöntemleri:
Yazılı Sınav
9 Our star Sun and its basic properties Explain, question-answer Öğretim Yöntemleri:
Anlatım, Soru-Cevap
10 Basic properties of stras such as mass, radius, surface temperature , Luminosity etc. Explain, question-answer, show, simulation Öğretim Yöntemleri:
Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Gösteri, Benzetim
11 The birth, life and death of stars, briefly the process of evolution Explain, question-answer, practice and practice, discussion Öğretim Yöntemleri:
Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Tartışma, Alıştırma ve Uygulama
12 Dead stras; white dwarf, neutron star, black holes Explain, question-answer, simulation Öğretim Yöntemleri:
Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Benzetim
13 Milky Way Galaxy Explain, question-answer, simulation Öğretim Yöntemleri:
Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Benzetim
14 Galaxy Clusters Explain, question-answer, beyin fırtınası Öğretim Yöntemleri:
Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Gösteri
15 Introducing the field of cosmology Explain, question-answer Öğretim Yöntemleri:
Anlatım, Soru-Cevap
16 Term Exams review the topics Ölçme Yöntemleri:
Yazılı Sınav
17 Term Exams an overview Öğretim Yöntemleri:
Bireysel Çalışma


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