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| Code | AA002 |
| Name | |
| Term | 2023-2024 Academic Year |
| Semester | . Semester |
| Duration (T+A) | 3-0 (T-A) (17 Week) |
| ECTS | 6 ECTS |
| National Credit | 3 National Credit |
| Teaching Language | Türkçe |
| Level | Yüksek Lisans Dersi |
| Type | Normal |
| Mode of study | Yüz Yüze Öğretim |
| Catalog Information Coordinator | Prof. Dr. AYSUN AKYÜZ |
Course Goal / Objective
To better understand all the properties of stars with the help of theoretical physics and observational data.
Course Content
Basic concepts in astrophysics, Star formation; Hydrostatic equilibrium, Virial theorem, Jeans criterion, Radiation transfer in stars, Stellar atmospheres, Stellar structure equations, Stellar evolution: Evolution stages in pre-mainstream and H-R diagram, Chemically peculiar stars and diffusion
Course Precondition
none
Resources
Introduction to Stellar Astrophysics, Francis LeBlanc, Publisher: Wiley; 1st edition
Notes
Introduction to Stellar Astrophysics, ERİKA BÖHM-VİTENSA
Course Learning Outcomes
| Order | Course Learning Outcomes |
|---|---|
| LO01 | Gain knowledge of the functioning of stars using basic physical concepts and observational results and Gains knowledge of radiation transfer in stars. |
| LO02 | Comprehends basic information about the internal structure and atmospheres of stars. |
| LO03 | Gain detailed information about nucleosynthesis and evolutionary stages in stars. |
| LO04 | Comprehends the steps of obtaining and solving structure equations, state equations and transfer equations in stars. |
Relation with Program Learning Outcome
| Order | Type | Program Learning Outcomes | Level |
|---|---|---|---|
| PLO01 | Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal | To know and apply the branches of science and observational methods used in their fields. | 3 |
| PLO02 | Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal | To critically evaluate the knowledge gained in Physics, Mathematics, and Space Sciences and Technologies, to determine needs, to pursue life-long learning, to monitor developments and to use technology effectively to reach up-to-date information. | |
| PLO03 | Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal | To carry out thesis studies in the fields related to Astronomy and Space Sciences, to support their thoughts on the subjects and the solutions to the problems with quantitative and qualitative data. | 2 |
| PLO04 | Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal | Communicate verbally and in writing; develop communication skills in the field of ICT using at least one foreign language and develop communication skills with colleagues. | 2 |
| PLO05 | Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal | To design and develop scientific and technological materials for the skills acquired in the field of Astronomy and Space Sciences. | |
| PLO06 | Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal | Organizing projects and activities for the social environment in which they live with social responsibility awareness and implementing them. | 1 |
| PLO07 | Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal | To be able to access information from written, permanent, reliable and accurate sources and use information resources. | 3 |
| PLO08 | Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal | To be able to make interdisciplinary and interdisciplinary group studies, to work effectively and to use time effectively | 2 |
| PLO09 | Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal | To be able to take responsibility, to act independently and to gain the ability of creativity. | 2 |
| PLO10 | Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal | Develop professional responsibility and ethical awareness. | |
| PLO11 | Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal | To be able to derive information about the properties and evolution of the source from the photons recorded by linking the basic physical interactions with the radiation processes. | 4 |
| PLO12 | Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal | To be able to evaluate the structure, formation and evolution of the universe as a whole with scientific methods. | 3 |
| PLO13 | Beceriler - Bilişsel, Uygulamalı | To be able to comprehend and apply the processes related to data collection, analysis and interpretation. | 4 |
Week Plan
| Week | Topic | Preparation | Methods |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | General p roperties of star;Luminosity, Effective Temperature, Flux and Magnitudes. | Studying the relevant chapter from the book | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap |
| 2 | Boltzmann and Saha Equations. | Studying the relevant chapter from the book | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap |
| 3 | Star formation, Hydrostatic equilibrium, Virial theorem, The Jeans Criteria. | Studying the relevant chapter from the book | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Tartışma |
| 4 | Radiative Transfer in Stars,Radiative Opacities. Specific Intensity and Radiative Moments | Studying the relevant chapter from the book | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap |
| 5 | Local Thermodynamic Equilibrium. Solution of the Radiative Transfer Equation, Radiative Equilibrium | Studying the relevant chapter from the book | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Tartışma |
| 6 | Radiative Transfer at Large Optical Depths, Rosseland and Other Mean Opacities | Kitapdan ilgili bölüm çalışmak | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap |
| 7 | Demonstration of the Radiative Transfer Equation | Studying the relevant chapter from the book | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap |
| 8 | Mid-Term Exam | Ölçme Yöntemleri: Ödev |
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| 9 | The Grey Atmosphere, Line Opacities and Broadening, Equivalent Width and Formation Of Atomic Lines | Studying the relevant chapter from the book | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap |
| 10 | Atmospheric Modelling, | Studying the relevant chapter from the book | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Alıştırma ve Uygulama |
| 11 | Equations of Stellar Structure, Energy Transport in Stars, Polytropic Models | Studying the relevant chapter from the book | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Alıştırma ve Uygulama |
| 12 | Politropik Models | Studying the relevant chapter from the book | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Alıştırma ve Uygulama |
| 13 | Structure of The Sun Equation of State | Studying the relevant chapter from the book | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Alıştırma ve Uygulama |
| 14 | Nucleosynthesis and Stellar Evolution | Studying the relevant chapter from the book | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Tartışma |
| 15 | Basic Physics of Nuclear Fusion. Advanced Nuclear Burning, Evolutionary Tracks in the HR. Diagram | Studying the relevant chapter from the book | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap |
| 16 | Term Exams | Ölçme Yöntemleri: Sözlü Sınav, Ödev |
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| 17 | Term Exams | Ölçme Yöntemleri: Sözlü Sınav, 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 | 5 | 70 |
| Assesment Related Works | |||
| Homeworks, Projects, Others | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Mid-term Exams (Written, Oral, etc.) | 1 | 15 | 15 |
| Final Exam | 1 | 30 | 30 |
| Total Workload (Hour) | 157 | ||
| Total Workload / 25 (h) | 6,28 | ||
| ECTS | 6 ECTS | ||