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Course Description Course Name : Current Topics in Particle Physics I Course Code : FK-605 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. AYŞE POLATÖZ Learning Outcomes of the Course : Understands basic subjects in particle physics necessary for thesis work 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 students basic concepts and current research topics in particle physics Course Contents : Basic Concepts:Units and Dimensions,relativistic Kinematics, Leptons, Quarks and hadrons, Fundamental Interactions, Quantum numbers and Conservation Laws, Feymann Diagrams, Electroweak interaction and Higgs mechanism, Standart Model, Weak İnteraction and Neutrino osilation, Quantum Chromodynamics, Particle Accelerators, Particle İnteractions with matter, Particle Detectors. 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 Basic Concepts:Units and Dimensions,relativistic Kinematics Study the relevant chapter in the book Lecture, discussion 2 Leptons, Quarks and hadrons Study the relevant chapter in the book and Homework Lecture, discussion 3 Fundamental Interactions, Quantum numbers and Conservation Laws Study the relevant chapter in the book Lecture, discussion 4 Feynman Diagrams Study the relevant chapter in the book Lecture, discussion 5 Standart Model Study the relevant chapter in the book and Homework Lecture, discussion 6 Weak İnteraction and Neutrino osilation, Study the relevant chapter in the book Lecture, discussion 7 Midterm Exam Midterm Exam Midterm Exam 8 Electroweak interaction and Higgs mechanis Study the relevant chapter in the book Lecture, discussion 9 Electroweak interaction and Higgs mechanism Study the relevant chapter in the book Lecture, discussion 10 Quantum Chromodynamics Study the relevant chapter in the book and Homework Lecture, discussion 11 Particle Accelerators Study the relevant chapter in the book Lecture, discussion 12 Particle İnteractions with matter Study the relevant chapter in the book Lecture, discussion 13 Particle İnteractions with matter Study the relevant chapter in the book Lecture, discussion 14 Particle Detectors Study the relevant chapter in the book Lecture, discussion 15 Particle Detectors 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)  Donald H. Perkins, Introduction to High energy Physics, Addison Wesley  D. Griffiths, Introduction to Particle Physics, J. Wiley and Sons.  W.R. Leo, Techniques for Nuclear and Particle Physics Experiments, springer (1987)  B.R. Martin & G. Shaw, Particle Physics (second edition) 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. 4 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. 4 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. 3 9 Evaluate the knowledge and skills gained in Physics by having a critical view and directs his/her learning. 3 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. 4 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. 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. 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 4 56 Assesment Related Works     Homeworks, Projects, Others 1 15 15     Mid-term Exams (Written, Oral, etc.) 1 14 14     Final Exam 1 14 14 Total Workload: 141 Total Workload / 25 (h): 5.64 ECTS Credit: 6