FK014 Mathematical Methods in Physics II

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

Information

Code FK014
Name Mathematical Methods in Physics II
Semester . Semester
Duration (T+A) 3-0 (T-A) (17 Week)
ECTS 6 ECTS
National Credit 3 National Credit
Teaching Language Türkçe
Level Doktora Dersi
Type Normal
Mode of study Yüz Yüze Öğretim
Catalog Information Coordinator Prof. Dr. METİN ÖZDEMİR


Course Goal

To introduce the student the basic mathematical methods used in graduate studies.

Course Content

Vector spaces in physics, Hilbert space-complete orthonormal sets of functions. the theory of functions of a complex variable, special functions of mathematical physics, Gamma function, Bessel and Legendre functions; Orthogonal Functions, eigenfunctions, eigenvalues; Fourier series; integral equations, Calculus of Variations.

Course Precondition

none

Resources

1- Mathematical Methods in the Physical Sciences, Mary Boas, Wiley. 2- Mathematical Methods for Physicists, 6th Ed., Arfken, Weber

Notes

Lecture notes, homework problems uploaded to MS teams.


Course Learning Outcomes

Order Course Learning Outcomes
LO01 Understands the importance of precision in Mathematics.
LO02 Understands special functions in Physics.
LO03 Makes the connection between eigenfunctions and eigenvalues in Physics.
LO04 Understands the basis and impotance of special functions in physics.
LO05 Understands complex functions and their applications in physics.


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.
PLO05 Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal Deduce from sources which are obtained by research during the process of preparing proficiency exam. 3
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. 5
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. 4
PLO10 Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal Has attained advanced skills to apply research methods in studies related with the physics area. 3
PLO11 Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal Develops a scientific method that brings innovation to science.
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. 3
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. 3
PLO16 Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal Can calculate the predictions of a physical theory and compare with the experimental results. 3
PLO17 Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal Comprehends the interdisciplinary interaction with which the physics area is related. 3
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.
PLO19 Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal Can develop original solutions to physical problems.
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 Vector spaces Study the relevand section of the Textbook. Öğretim Yöntemleri:
Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Tartışma, Alıştırma ve Uygulama
2 Vector spaces (cont'd) Study the relevand section of the Textbook. Öğretim Yöntemleri:
Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Tartışma, Alıştırma ve Uygulama
3 Komplex functions Study the relevand section of the Textbook. Öğretim Yöntemleri:
Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Tartışma, Alıştırma ve Uygulama
4 Komplex functions (cont'd) Study the relevand section of the Textbook. Öğretim Yöntemleri:
Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Tartışma, Alıştırma ve Uygulama
5 Special functions Study the relevand section of the Textbook. Öğretim Yöntemleri:
Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Tartışma, Alıştırma ve Uygulama
6 Gamma function Study the relevand section of the Textbook. Öğretim Yöntemleri:
Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Tartışma, Alıştırma ve Uygulama
7 Hermite, Legendre and more special functions Study the relevand section of the Textbook. Öğretim Yöntemleri:
Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Tartışma, Alıştırma ve Uygulama
8 Mid-Term Exam Mid-term exam Ölçme Yöntemleri:
Yazılı Sınav
9 Ortogonal Fonksiyonlar Study the relevand section of the Textbook. Öğretim Yöntemleri:
Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Tartışma, Alıştırma ve Uygulama
10 Eigenfunction and eigenvalues Study the relevand section of the Textbook. Öğretim Yöntemleri:
Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Tartışma, Alıştırma ve Uygulama
11 Fourier series Study the relevand section of the Textbook. Öğretim Yöntemleri:
Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Tartışma, Alıştırma ve Uygulama
12 Fourier series (cont'd) Study the relevand section of the Textbook. Öğretim Yöntemleri:
Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Tartışma, Alıştırma ve Uygulama
13 Integral equations Study the relevand section of the Textbook. Öğretim Yöntemleri:
Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Tartışma, Alıştırma ve Uygulama
14 Integral equations, Variational analysis Study the relevand section of the Textbook. Öğretim Yöntemleri:
Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Tartışma, Alıştırma ve Uygulama
15 Variational analaysis (cont'd) Study the relevand section of the Textbook. Öğretim Yöntemleri:
Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Tartışma, Alıştırma ve Uygulama
16 Term Exams Final exams Ölçme Yöntemleri:
Yazılı Sınav
17 Term Exams Final exams Ölçme Yöntemleri:
Yazılı Sınav


Student Workload - ECTS

Works Number Time (Hour) Workload (Hour)
Course Related Works
Class Time (Exam weeks are excluded) 14 4 56
Out of Class Study (Preliminary Work, Practice) 14 4 56
Assesment Related Works
Homeworks, Projects, Others 1 1 1
Mid-term Exams (Written, Oral, etc.) 1 12 12
Final Exam 1 28 28
Total Workload (Hour) 153
Total Workload / 25 (h) 6,12
ECTS 6 ECTS