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  Course Description
Course Name : Notrino Physics II

Course Code : FK-512

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. EDA EŞKUT

Learning Outcomes of the Course : Informs about neutrino and neutrino interactions
Learns neutrino sources
Informs about neutrino oscillations and neutrino problems

Mode of Delivery : Face-to-Face

Prerequisites and Co-Prerequisites : None

Recommended Optional Programme Components : None

Aim(s) of Course : To inform about neutrino sources, neutrino oscillations, neutrino problems and neutrino experiments around the world.

Course Contents : Neutrino oscillations, Quantum Mechanic of Oscillation, Experiments with Low and High Enegy, Neutrino Sources, Reactor Neutrinos, Neutrino oscillations in matter, Double-Beta decay, Neutrino Problems, Neutrino assay techniques and Neutrino experiments around the world

Language of Instruction : Turkish

Work Place : Lecture hall of the Faculty


  Course Outline /Schedule (Weekly) Planned Learning Activities
Week Subject Student's Preliminary Work Learning Activities and Teaching Methods
1 Neutrino oscillations: Introduction Study the relevant chapter in the book Oral presentation
2 The phenomenology of neutrino oscillations Study the relevant chapter in the book Oral presentation
3 Quantum Mechanics of Oscillation, General Formalism Study the relevant chapter in the book Oral presentation
4 Experiments with Low and High Enegy Study the relevant chapter in the book Oral presentation
5 Neutrino Sources: Solar neutrinos, atmospheric neutrinos Study the relevant chapter in the book Oral presentation
6 Reactor Neutrinos,Neutrino oscillations in matter Study the relevant chapter in the book Oral presentation
7 Double-Beta decay: The phenomenology of double-beta decay Study the relevant chapter in the book Oral presentation
8 Midterm Exam Midterm Exam Midterm Exam
9 Double-beta decay and nuclear structure, double-beta decay without Neutrino Study the relevant chapter in the book Oral presentation
10 Neutrino Problems: Solar neutrino problems Study the relevant chapter in the book Oral presentation
11 Atmospheric neutrino problems Study the relevant chapter in the book Oral presentation
12 Neutrino assay techniques Study the relevant chapter in the book Oral presentation
13 Neutrino experiments around the world Study the relevant chapter in the book Oral presentation
14 Neutrino experiments around the world Study the relevant chapter in the book Oral presentation
15 Neutrino experiments around the world Study the relevant chapter in the book Oral presentation
16/17 FINAL EXAM FINAL EXAM FINAL EXAM


  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/
Required Course Material(s)  1. Introduction to High Energy Physics, D. Perkins, Third Edition.
 2. Particle Physics, B.R. Martin and G. Shaw, (Wiley)


  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. 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. 4
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. 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 20 20
    Mid-term Exams (Written, Oral, etc.) 1 20 20
    Final Exam 1 20 20
Total Workload: 144
Total Workload / 25 (h): 5.76
ECTS Credit: 6