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| Course Description |
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| Course Name |
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Superconductors and Their Applications |
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| Course Code |
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FK-506 |
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| Course Type |
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Optional |
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| Level of Course |
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Second Cycle |
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| Year of Study |
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1 |
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| Course Semester |
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Spring (16 Weeks) |
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| ECTS |
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6 |
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| Name of Lecturer(s) |
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Asst.Prof.Dr. AHMET EKİCİBİL
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| Learning Outcomes of the Course |
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Learns basic definition of superconductivity
Knows the basic parameters of superconductivity.
Learns the thermodynaics of superconductivity
Knows the difference between type I and Type II superconductors
Learns High Temperature Superconductivity.
Develops an idea about technological application of superconductivity.
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| Mode of Delivery |
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Face-to-Face |
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| Prerequisites and Co-Prerequisites |
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None |
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| Recommended Optional Programme Components |
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None |
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| Aim(s) of Course |
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Superconductivity is one of most popular research area of physics because of finding rich scale of applications such as high-speed MAGLEV trains, Josephson joints, electric motors, super-fast computers. Therefore the aim of the course is to develop an understanding the basic features of superconductors used in technology in detail and improve the level of the student to do research on these issues. |
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| Course Contents |
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Short Brief of Superconductivity, Basic Terms of Superconductivity, Perfect Diamagnetism and Meissner Effect, Magnetic Levitation Force, Critical Magnetic Field, Isotope effect, Thermodynamic of Superconductivity, Activation Energy, Penetration Depth, Coherent Lenght, Ginzburg - Landaou Parameter, Type I and II Superconductors, Irreversibility Line, Flux Quantization, Forbidden Energy Gap, The BSC Theory, Current Carrying in Superconductors, Kritical Current, Tunelling and Josephson Occuration, High Temperature Superconductivity. |
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| Language of Instruction |
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Turkish |
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| Work Place |
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Lecture halls of faculty |
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Course Outline /Schedule (Weekly) Planned Learning Activities |
| Week | Subject | Student's Preliminary Work | Learning Activities and Teaching Methods |
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1 |
Short Brief of Superconductivity |
Research the related topic |
Lecture, discussion |
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2 |
Basic Terms of Superconductivity |
Research the related topic |
Lecture, discussion |
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3 |
Perfect Diamagnetism and Meissner Effect, Magnetic Levitation Force, |
Research the related topic |
Lecture, discussion |
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4 |
Critical Magnetic Field, Isotope effect |
Research the related topic |
Lecture, discussion |
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5 |
Thermodynamic of Superconductivity |
Research the related topic |
Lecture, discussion |
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6 |
Activation Energy, Penetration Depth |
Research the related topic |
Lecture, discussion |
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7 |
Coherent Lenght |
Research the related topic |
Lecture, discussion |
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8 |
Midterm Exam |
Midterm Exam |
Midterm Exam |
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9 |
Ginzburg - Landaou Parameter |
Research the related topic |
Lecture, discussion |
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10 |
Type I and II Superconductors |
Research the related topic |
Lecture, discussion |
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11 |
Irreversibility Line, Flux Quantization |
Research the related topic |
Lecture, discussion |
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12 |
Forbidden Energy Gap |
Research the related topic |
Lecture, discussion |
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13 |
The BSC Theory, Current Carrying in Superconductors |
Research the related topic |
Lecture, discussion |
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14 |
Kritical Current, Tunelling and Josephson Occuration |
Research the related topic |
Lecture, discussion |
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15 |
High Temperature Superconductivity |
Research the related topic |
Lecture, discussion |
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16/17 |
Final Exam |
Final Exam |
Final Exam |
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Required Course Resources |
| Resource Type | Resource Name |
| Recommended Course Material(s) |
 Superconductivity fundementals and applications, W. Buckel, R. Kleiner Wiley-VCH
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| Required Course Material(s) | |
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Assessment Methods and Assessment Criteria |
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Semester/Year Assessments |
Number |
Contribution Percentage |
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Mid-term Exams (Written, Oral, etc.) |
1 |
80 |
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Homeworks/Projects/Others |
12 |
20 |
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Total |
100 |
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Rate of Semester/Year Assessments to Success |
40 |
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Final Assessments
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100 |
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Rate of Final Assessments to Success
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60 |
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Total |
100 |
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| Contribution of the Course to Key Learning Outcomes |
| # | Key Learning Outcome | Contribution* |
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1 |
Develop and deepen the knowledge as a specialist in physics or different areas based on the Physics Bachelor´s qualification level. |
2 |
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2 |
Comprehend the importance of multidisciplinary studies related to Physics. |
2 |
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3 |
Use his/her advanced theoretical and practical knowledge in Physics efficiently. |
3 |
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4 |
Integrate and interpret the knowledge from different disciplines with the help of his professional knowledge in Physics and conceptualize new perspectives. |
2 |
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5 |
Solve the problems in Physics by using research methods. |
4 |
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6 |
Carry out a study requiring expertise in physics independently. |
3 |
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7 |
Develop and provide new strategic approaches by taking responsibilty while solving the unexpected problems in Physics . |
1 |
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8 |
Take the responsibility of being the leader while solving the problems related to physical environments. |
2 |
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9 |
Evaluate the knowledge and skills gained in Physics by having a critical view and directs his/her learning. |
4 |
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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. |
5 |
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11 |
Take action to change the norms of social relations and critically examine these relationships, and develop them if necessary. |
3 |
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12 |
Make communication in oral and written by using at least one foreign language in the level of European Language Portfolio B2 level. |
2 |
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13 |
Use information and communication technologies in advanced level and use the software related with physics area.
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4 |
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14 |
Oversee social, scientific, cultural and ethical values in order to collect, implement, interpret data in Physics. |
3 |
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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 |
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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). |
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| Student Workload - ECTS |
| Works | Number | Time (Hour) | Total Workload (Hour) |
| Course Related Works |
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Class Time (Exam weeks are excluded) |
14 |
4 |
56 |
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Out of Class Study (Preliminary Work, Practice) |
14 |
2 |
28 |
| Assesment Related Works |
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Homeworks, Projects, Others |
12 |
5 |
60 |
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Mid-term Exams (Written, Oral, etc.) |
1 |
2 |
2 |
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Final Exam |
1 |
2 |
2 |
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Total Workload: | 148 |
| Total Workload / 25 (h): | 5.92 |
| ECTS Credit: | 6 |
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