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Course Description Course Name : Statistics for Nuclear and Particle Physicist II Course Code : FK-698 Course Type : Optional Level of Course : Second Cycle Year of Study : 1 Course Semester : Spring (16 Weeks) ECTS : 6 Name of Lecturer(s) : Prof.Dr. AYSEL KAYIŞ TOPAKSU Learning Outcomes of the Course : Learns fitting methods Learns Hypothesis Testing Learns Monte-Carlo Techniques Mode of Delivery : Face-to-Face Prerequisites and Co-Prerequisites : None Recommended Optional Programme Components : None Aim(s) of Course : This course aims to teach Statistical Methods for Particle Physics Course Contents : Bayes’ theorem, Bayesian and frequentist probability, convolution of distributions, folding integrals, unfolding methods, maximum likelihood and method of least squares, Monte Carlo calculations, confidence limits and significancy. 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 Review of first semestr Read related chapter of book Lecture and discussion 2 Moments Read related chapter of book Lecture and discussion 3 Maximum likelihood method I Read related chapter of book Lecture and discussion 4 Maximum likelihood method II Read related chapter of book Lecture and discussion 5 Least Squared Method I Read related chapter of book Lecture and discussion 6 Least Squared Method I Read related chapter of book Lecture and discussion 7 Applications Read related chapter of book Lecture and discussion 8 Midterm-Exam Revision Exam 9 Hypothesis Testing I Read related chapter of book Lecture and discussion 10 Hypothesis Testing II Read related chapter of book Lecture and discussion 11 Monte Carlo Techniques I Read related chapter of book Lecture and discussion 12 Monte Carlo Techniques II Read related chapter of book Lecture and discussion 13 Confidence limits Read related chapter of book Lecture and discussion 14 significancy Read related chapter of book Lecture and discussion 15 Revision Revision Lecture and discussion 16/17 Final Exam Exam Exam   Required Course Resources Resource Type Resource Name Recommended Course Material(s)  Louis Lyons, Cambrdige University Press, Statistics for nuclear and particle physicists 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. 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. 4 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 . 4 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. 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. 2 12 Make communication in oral and written by using at least one foreign language in the level of European Language Portfolio B2 level. 2 13 Use information and communication technologies in advanced level and use the software related with physics area. 4 14 Oversee social, scientific, cultural and ethical values in order to collect, implement, interpret data in Physics. 4 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. 2 16 Use the knowledge, problem solving, and / or practical skills obtained in the Physics Field in interdisciplinary studies. 4 * 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