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Course Description Course Name : Weak Interactions I Course Code : FK-653 Course Type : Optional Level of Course : Second Cycle Year of Study : 1 Course Semester : Fall (16 Weeks) ECTS : 6 Name of Lecturer(s) : Prof.Dr. AYSEL KAYIŞ TOPAKSU Learning Outcomes of the Course : Learns weak isospin Understands parity conservation and its violation Learns CP symmetry Learns neutrinoless double beta decay Understands of V-A theory of weak interactions Mode of Delivery : Face-to-Face Prerequisites and Co-Prerequisites : None Recommended Optional Programme Components : None Aim(s) of Course : It is aimed to teach weak interaction theory Course Contents : Weak Isospin, parity, charge conjugation, CP symmetry, CPT theorem, double beta decay, V-A structure of weak interactions, Fermi formulation Language of Instruction : Turkish Work Place : Lecture Halls of Art and Science Faculty   Course Outline /Schedule (Weekly) Planned Learning Activities Week Subject Student's Preliminary Work Learning Activities and Teaching Methods 1 General Review: Relativistic Kinematic and its notations Read the related chapter in the book Lecture and Discussion 2 General Review; Standard Model Read the related chapter in the book Lecture and Discussion 3 Weak Isospin Read the related chapter in the book Lecture and Discussion 4 Partiy and Its violation Read the related chapter in the book Lecture and Discussion 5 Charge Conjugation and CP Read the related chapter in the book Lecture and Discussion 6 CPT Theorem Read the related chapter in the book Lecture and Discussion 7 Double Beta Decay Read the related chapter in the book Lecture and Discussion 8 Midterm-exam - - 9 V-A theory of Weak Interaction I Read the related chapter in the book Lecture and Discussion 10 V-A theory of Weak Interaction II Read the related chapter in the book Lecture and Discussion 11 Strange Particles Read the related chapter in the book Lecture and Discussion 12 Weak Neutral Currents I Read the related chapter in the book Lecture and Discussion 13 Weak Neutral Currents II Read the related chapter in the book Lecture and Discussion 14 Observation of W and Z Bosons Read the related chapter in the book Lecture and Discussion 15 Review - Lecture and Discussion 16/17 Final - -   Required Course Resources Resource Type Resource Name Recommended Course Material(s)  Weak interactions of leptons and quarks, Eugene D. Commins, Philip H. Bucksbaum, Cambridge University Press, 1983 - 473 sayfa Required Course Material(s)   Assessment Methods and Assessment Criteria Semester/Year Assessments Number Contribution Percentage     Mid-term Exams (Written, Oral, etc.) 1 80     Homeworks/Projects/Others 1 20 Total 100 Rate of Semester/Year Assessments to Success 40   Final Assessments 100 Rate of Final Assessments to Success 60 Total 100   Contribution of the Course to Key Learning Outcomes # Key Learning Outcome Contribution* 1 Develop and deepen the knowledge as a specialist in physics or different areas based on the Physics Bachelor´s qualification level. 2 2 Comprehend the importance of multidisciplinary studies related to Physics. 3 3 Use his/her advanced theoretical and practical knowledge in Physics efficiently. 4 4 Integrate and interpret the knowledge from different disciplines with the help of his professional knowledge in Physics and conceptualize new perspectives. 3 5 Solve the problems in Physics by using research methods. 3 6 Carry out a study requiring expertise in physics independently. 3 7 Develop and provide new strategic approaches by taking responsibilty while solving the unexpected problems in Physics . 0 8 Take the responsibility of being the leader while solving the problems related to physical environments. 3 9 Evaluate the knowledge and skills gained in Physics by having a critical view and directs his/her learning. 0 10 Systematically transfer the current developments in the field of physics and his/her work to the person in physics field or outside of the field by supporting qualitative and quantitative data. 3 11 Take action to change the norms of social relations and critically examine these relationships, and develop them if necessary. 0 12 Make communication in oral and written by using at least one foreign language in the level of European Language Portfolio B2 level. 3 13 Use information and communication technologies in advanced level and use the software related with physics area. 3 14 Oversee social, scientific, cultural and ethical values in order to collect, implement, interpret data in Physics. 0 15 Develop strategies, policies and implementation plans in the issues related to the field of physics and evaluate the results obtained within the framework of quality processes. 0 16 Use the knowledge, problem solving, and / or practical skills obtained in the Physics Field in interdisciplinary studies. 3 * Contribution levels are between 0 (not) and 5 (maximum).   Student Workload - ECTS Works Number Time (Hour) Total Workload (Hour) Course Related Works     Class Time (Exam weeks are excluded) 14 4 56     Out of Class Study (Preliminary Work, Practice) 14 3 42 Assesment Related Works     Homeworks, Projects, Others 1 10 10     Mid-term Exams (Written, Oral, etc.) 1 14 14     Final Exam 1 16 16 Total Workload: 138 Total Workload / 25 (h): 5.52 ECTS Credit: 6