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Course Description Course Name : Neutrino Physics I Course Code : FK-529 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. EDA EŞKUT Learning Outcomes of the Course : Gives information about neutrinos, mass of neutrinos, cross sections of neutrino reactions and neutrino decays. Mode of Delivery : Face-to-Face Prerequisites and Co-Prerequisites : None Recommended Optional Programme Components : None Aim(s) of Course : To inform about Neutrinos and its properties. Course Contents : Fundamental interactions, quarks and leptons, -disintegration, neutrino and its properties, electron-neutrino interactions, nucleon-neutrino interactions, mass of neutrinos and couplings, kinematic tests for neutrino masses, spectrum of tritium, double matter decay of pion, tau lepton decay. Language of Instruction : Turkish Work Place : Lecture halls of faculty   Course Outline /Schedule (Weekly) Planned Learning Activities Week Subject Student's Preliminary Work Learning Activities and Teaching Methods 1 Neutrino Properties: Entrance, Standart Model, Fundamental Interactions, Quarks and Leptons. Study the related topic in the book Lecture, discussion 2 Weak Interaction, Neutrinos and it´s properties, Parity and Charge Correlation. Study the related topic in the book Lecture, discussion 3 Dirac and Majorana Neutrinos, general neutrino mass term, masses of neutrinos. Study the related topic in the book Lecture, discussion 4 Kinematic tests for neutrino masses: Electron Neutrino Mass, Beta spectrum of Tritium. Study the related topic in the book Lecture, discussion 5 Muon Neutrino Mass: Double matter decay of pion. Study the related topic in the book Lecture, discussion 6 Tau Neutrino mass: Tau decay. Study the related topic in the book Lecture, discussion 7 Electron-neutrino interactions. Study the related topic in the book Lecture, discussion 8 Midterm Exam Midterm Exam Midterm Exam 9 Nucleon-neutrino interactions. Study the related topic in the book Lecture, discussion 10 Neutrino masses and Coupling. Study the related topic in the book Lecture, discussion 11 Cross sections of neutrino reactions : Charged current elastic reactions. Study the related topic in the book Lecture, discussion 12 Uncharged current reactions. Study the related topic in the book Lecture, discussion 13 Heavy neutrinos and neutrino decays. Study the related topic in the book Lecture, discussion 14 Heavy neutrino combinations, neutrino decays. Study the related topic in the book Lecture, discussion 15 Heavy neutrino combinations, neutrino decays. Study the related topic in the book Lecture, discussion 16/17 FINAL EXAMS FINAL EXAM FINAL EXAMS   Required Course Resources Resource Type Resource Name Recommended Course Material(s)  1.Physics of Massive Neutrinos; F. Boehm, P. Vogel: Camridge Univ. Press.  2.Introduction to Elementary Particles, David Griffiths, (Wiley)  3. http://www2.warwick.ac.uk/fac/sci/physics/teach/module_home/px435/  2. Particle Physics, B.R. Martin and G. Shaw, (Wiley) Required Course Material(s)  1. Introduction to High Energy Physics, D. Perkins, Third Edition.   Assessment Methods and Assessment Criteria Semester/Year Assessments Number Contribution Percentage     Mid-term Exams (Written, Oral, etc.) 1 50     Homeworks/Projects/Others 1 50 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. 3 2 Comprehend the importance of multidisciplinary studies related to Physics. 3 3 Use his/her advanced theoretical and practical knowledge in Physics efficiently. 3 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 . 3 8 Take the responsibility of being the leader while solving the problems related to physical environments. 2 9 Evaluate the knowledge and skills gained in Physics by having a critical view and directs his/her learning. 4 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. 3 12 Make communication in oral and written by using at least one foreign language in the level of European Language Portfolio B2 level. 1 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. 3 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. 3 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 3 42     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 20 20     Final Exam 1 25 25 Total Workload: 139 Total Workload / 25 (h): 5.56 ECTS Credit: 6