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Course Description Course Name : Statistical Physics Course Code : FZ 334 Course Type : Compulsory Level of Course : First Cycle Year of Study : 3 Course Semester : Spring (16 Weeks) ECTS : 7 Name of Lecturer(s) : Prof.Dr. VEDAT PEŞTEMALCI Learning Outcomes of the Course : Use the basic probability concepts Explain the basic physics under the modern technology Make the statistical description of the particle system. Mode of Delivery : Face-to-Face Prerequisites and Co-Prerequisites : None Recommended Optional Programme Components : None Aim(s) of Course : Statistical physics is science for relatetion between the macro and the micro systems. The repetation of the basic properties of thermodynamics and learning the macroscopic and microscopik systems. Course Contents : Particle systems and macroscopik and microscopic parameters of a system, reversibility and irreversibility systems, definition of teh İdeal gas, pressure and mean free path of ideal gas in a closed box. Basic probability concepts, statistical ensenbles, the binomial distribution, mean values and standart deviations, continuous probability distribution. Statistical describtion of systems of particles. Distribution of energy between macroscopic systems, the approach to thermal equilibrium, mean energy and mean pressure of an ideal gas. Microscopic theory and maroscopic measurements, determination of the absolute temperature, high and low absolute temperature, work, internal energy and heat. 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 Basic concepts, Macroscopic system, deterministic properties study the relevant chapter in the book lecture, discussion 2 Basic probability concepts. study the relevant chapter in the book lecture, discussion 3 Binomial distribution, Continious probability distribution study the relevant chapter in the book lecture, discussion 4 Statistical description of particle systems study the relevant chapter in the book lecture, discussion 5 thermal interaction study the relevant chapter in the book lecture, discussion 6 thermal interaction study the relevant chapter in the book lecture, discussion 7 Microscopic Theory and macroscopic measurements study the relevant chapter in the book lecture, discussion 8 Mid-term exam Mid-term exam Mid-term exam 9 Entropy study the relevant chapter in the book lecture, discussion 10 Canonical distribution in classical approximation study the relevant chapter in the book lecture, discussion 11 Equipartition Theorem study the relevant chapter in the book lecture, discussion 12 Equipartition Theorem study the relevant chapter in the book lecture, discussion 13 General thermodynamic interaction study the relevant chapter in the book lecture, discussion 14 Curvilinear coordinates study the relevant chapter in the book lecture, discussion 15 Simple Kinetic Theory of Transport Processes study the relevant chapter in the book lecture, discussion 16/17 Final Exam Final Exam Final Exam   Required Course Resources Resource Type Resource Name Recommended Course Material(s)  Statistical Physics, Berkeley Fizik Dersleri, F. Reif, Required Course Material(s)  Statistical Physics, F. Mandl, Wiley, 1988   Assessment Methods and Assessment Criteria Semester/Year Assessments Number Contribution Percentage     Mid-term Exams (Written, Oral, etc.) 1 100     Homeworks/Projects/Others 14 0 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 Have knowledge of a foreign language at least monitoring developments in the field of physics. 2 2 Know the importance of individual development. 1 3 Monitor the developments in the field of physics, learn and evaluate in terms of social ethics. 2 4 Design experiments in the field of physics. 3 5 Explain the basic concepts and principles in the field of physics. 5 6 Evaluate the developmets in the field of Physics by using scientific methods and techniques. 3 7 Combine the knowledge in the field of physics with the other scientific area. 4 8 Identify problems in the field of physics and for the solutions apply the analytical and simulative methods. 4 9 Explain the methods of producing scientific knowledge in the field of physics. 4 10 Reach the Information in the field of physics, for the purpose of classification, and uses. 3 11 Use the advanced theoretical and practical knowledge acquired in the field of physics. 3 12 Inform the specialist or non-specialist groups, orally or in writing on issues related to physics. 3 13 Use the information technologies in Physics area for their purpose. 4 14 Take responsibility as a team or alone to overcome the problems encountered in the field of physics . 3 15 Plan and manage the activities for the professional developments of emplyees under his/her responsibilities. 2 16 Classify, use and critically evaluate the knowledg taken by his/her efforts. 1 17 Know that learning process is life-long and acts accordingly. 3 18 Both with colleagues, as well as off the field of builds relationships ethically use information, communication technologies. Define necessities in learning in scientific, social, cultural and artistic areas and improve himself/herself accordingly. 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 14 6 84     Mid-term Exams (Written, Oral, etc.) 1 2 2     Final Exam 1 2 2 Total Workload: 172 Total Workload / 25 (h): 6.88 ECTS Credit: 7