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| Code | FK558 |
| Name | Monte Carlo Techniques in Particle Physics II |
| Semester | . Semester |
| 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 Goal
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
Study the related topic from the book. look at the tutorials before the lesson
Resources
https://root.cern/manual/,https://geant4.web.cern.ch/support/user_documentation
Notes
https://pythia.org/
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. | 3 |
| 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. | 4 |
| 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 | 3 |
| 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. | 3 |
| 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. | 3 |
| PLO15 | Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal | To keep track of the developments in physics and updates himself/herself invariably. | 4 |
| 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. | 4 |
| 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 section | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Gösterip Yaptırma, Benzetim |
| 2 | Absorber selection in detectors | Study the relevant section | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Gösterip Yaptırma, Benzetim |
| 3 | Detecting traces of particles passing through the matter | Study the relevant section | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Alıştırma ve Uygulama, Gösterip Yaptırma, Benzetim |
| 4 | Detector response when a particle passes through the volume of a detector | Study the relevant section | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Alıştırma ve Uygulama, Gösterip Yaptırma, Benzetim |
| 5 | Run management which is recording the details of each run (a set of events) | Study the relevant section. | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Gösterip Yaptırma, Benzetim |
| 6 | Geometric structure of the detector | Study the relevant section | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Gösterip Yaptırma |
| 7 | Creation of detector volumes | Study the relevant section | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Benzetim |
| 8 | Mid-Term Exam | Prepare for the exam | Ölçme Yöntemleri: Yazılı Sınav |
| 9 | Detector illustration technique | Study the relevant section | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Alıştırma ve Uygulama, Gösterip Yaptırma, Benzetim |
| 10 | Introduction to ROOT: start and quit a ROOT section | Study the relevant section | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Alıştırma ve Uygulama, Gösterip Yaptırma, Benzetim |
| 11 | Histograms: Creating Histogramsi Filling Histograms, Random Numbers and Histograms, Adding, dividing and multiplying | Study the relevant section | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Alıştırma ve Uygulama, Gösterip Yaptırma, Benzetim |
| 12 | Draw options in the ROOT | Study the relevant section | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Alıştırma ve Uygulama, Gösterip Yaptırma, Benzetim |
| 13 | Graphsin the ROOT | Study the relevant section | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Alıştırma ve Uygulama, Gösterip Yaptırma, Benzetim |
| 14 | Fitting Histograms | Study the relevant section | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Gösterip Yaptırma, Benzetim |
| 15 | Trees | Study the relevant section | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Gösterip Yaptırma, Benzetim |
| 16 | Term Exams | Prepare for the exam | Ölçme Yöntemleri: Yazılı Sınav |
| 17 | Term Exams | Prepare for the exam | Ölçme Yöntemleri: Yazılı Sınav |
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 | ||