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  Course Description
Course Name : Quantum Mechanics II

Course Code : FZ 402

Course Type : Compulsory

Level of Course : First Cycle

Year of Study : 4

Course Semester : Spring (16 Weeks)

ECTS : 6

Name of Lecturer(s) : Prof.Dr. AYSUN AKYÜZ

Learning Outcomes of the Course : Knows the inadequacies of classical physics
makes the mathematical description of microscopic systems.
knows how to make transition from 1-D potential problems to 3-D potential problems

Mode of Delivery : Face-to-Face

Prerequisites and Co-Prerequisites : None

Recommended Optional Programme Components : None

Aim(s) of Course : To learn the concepts of quantum mechanics and apply them to different systems in order to provide a better understanding.

Course Contents : Spherical symetric potential, angukar momentum and its eigenfunctions, radial Schroedinger equation, perturbation method, variation method, time dependent perturbation, Algebra of angular momentum spin, Symmetry and conservation laws, translation, Green functions.

Language of Instruction : Turkish

Work Place : Lecture hall of faculty


  Course Outline /Schedule (Weekly) Planned Learning Activities
Week Subject Student's Preliminary Work Learning Activities and Teaching Methods
1 Spherical symmetric problems, eigenfunctions of angular momentum, radial Schroedinger equation Study the relevant chapter in the book Lecture, discussion
2 Hydrogen atom Study the relevant chapter in the book Lecture, discussion
3 Perturbation method Study the relevant chapter in the book Lecture, discussion
4 Variaton method, time dependent perturbation method Study the relevant chapter in the book Lecture, discussion
5 Algebra of angular momentum, spin Study the relevant chapter in the book Lecture, discussion
6 Addition of angular momentum, Clebsch-Gordon coefficients Study the relevant chapter in the book Lecture, discussion
7 Tutorial Study the relevant chapter in the book Lecture, discussion
8 Mid-term exam Mid-term exam Mid-term exam
9 Symmetry and conservation laws, translation Study the relevant chapter in the book Lecture, discussion
10 Rotation and reflection Study the relevant chapter in the book Lecture, discussion
11 Identical particle systems Study the relevant chapter in the book Lecture, discussion
12 Basic concepts of scattering Study the relevant chapter in the book Lecture, discussion
13 Green functions Study the relevant chapter in the book Lecture, discussion
14 Approximate Born method Study the relevant chapter in the book Lecture, discussion
15 Tutorial 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)  Kuantum Mekaniğine giriş, Bekir Karaoğlu
Required Course Material(s)  Kuantum Mekaniği 2; Dereli, Tekin; Verçin, Abdullah (1998) ODTÜ Geliştirme Vakfı Yayıncılık, İstanbul


  Assessment Methods and Assessment Criteria
Semester/Year Assessments Number Contribution Percentage
    Mid-term Exams (Written, Oral, etc.) 1 80
    Homeworks/Projects/Others 14 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 Have knowledge of a foreign language at least monitoring developments in the field of physics. 2
2 Know the importance of individual development. 4
3 Monitor the developments in the field of physics, learn and evaluate in terms of social ethics. 4
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. 4
11 Use the advanced theoretical and practical knowledge acquired in the field of physics. 4
12 Inform the specialist or non-specialist groups, orally or in writing on issues related to physics. 4
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 . 2
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. 3
17 Know that learning process is life-long and acts accordingly. 4
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. 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 4 56
Assesment Related Works
    Homeworks, Projects, Others 14 2 28
    Mid-term Exams (Written, Oral, etc.) 1 2 2
    Final Exam 1 2 2
Total Workload: 144
Total Workload / 25 (h): 5.76
ECTS Credit: 6