Course Information

Course Information
Course Title Code Language Type Semester L+U Hour Credits ECTS
Electrical Materials EEM166 Turkish Compulsory 2. Semester 2 + 0 2.0 2.0
Prerequisite Courses
Course Level Undergraduate
Mode of delivery Lecturing Question- Answer
Course Coordinator Doç. Dr. Musa ÇADIRCI
Instructor(s)
Goals Teaching electrical, magnetic and optic properties of materials. Understanding the general characteristic behaviour of materials and their microstructures. Highlighting the material selection criteria for engineering problems.
Course Content Introduction and types of materials, Atomic structure and bonding types, Crystal Structure, Electronic Materials Basic Concept of Band Theory, Conductors, Semiconductors, Insulators, Conductivity, Hole and Electron Mobility Dielectric Materials, Polarization, Capacitors, Magnetic properties of Materials, Superconductors, Optical properties of Materials
Learning Outcomes
# Öğrenme Kazanımı
1 Identifies material types, atomic and crystal structures, and explains the relationship between structure and properties.
2 Interprets the electrical properties and band structures of electronic, conductive, semiconductive, and insulating materials.
3 Explains and analyzes electrical behaviors such as conductivity, carrier mobility, and dielectric response.
4 Describes the structure and operating principles of basic semiconductor devices such as diodes, LEDs, and transistors.
5 Explains the magnetic, superconducting, and optical properties of materials and relates them to technological applications.
6 Analyzes various material properties to select appropriate materials for specific engineering applications.
Lesson Plan (Weekly Topics)
Week Topics/Applications Method
1. Week Introduction and types of materials
2. Week Atomic structure and bonding types
3. Week Crystal Structure
4. Week Electronic Materials
5. Week Basic Concept of Band Theory
6. Week Conductors
7. Week Semiconductors, Pn junctions, insulators
8. Week Dielectrics
9. Week Conductivity, Hole and Electron Mobility
10. Week Dielectric Materials, Polarization, Capasitors
11. Week The basics of Diodes, LEDs and transistors
12. Week Magnetic properties of Materials.
13. Week Superconductors
14. Week Optical properties of Materials
*Midterm and final exam dates are not specified in the 14-week course operation plan. Midterm and final exam dates are held on the dates specified in the academic calendar with the decision of the University Senate.
The Matrix for Course & Program Learning Outcomes
No Program Requirements Level of Contribution
1 2 3 4 5
1 Adequate knowledge in mathematics, science, and related engineering disciplines; ability to use theoretical and applied information in these areas to solve complex engineering problems.
2 Ability to identify, formulate, and solve complex engineering problems; ability to select and apply appropriate analysis and modeling methods for this purpose.
3 Ability to design a complex system, process, device, or product under realistic constraints and conditions to meet specific requirements; ability to apply modern design methods for this purpose.
4 Ability to select and use modern techniques and tools necessary for the analysis and solution of complex problems encountered in engineering practice; ability to use information technologies effectively.
5 Ability to design and conduct experiments, collect data, analyze and interpret results to investigate complex engineering problems or discipline-specific research topics.
6 Ability to work effectively in disciplinary and multidisciplinary teams; ability to work individually.
7 Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing; knowledge of at least one foreign language; ability to write effective reports and understand written reports, to prepare design and production reports, to make effective presentations, to give and receive clear and understandable instructions.
9 Knowledge about behaving by ethical principles, professional and ethical responsibility, and standards used in engineering practices.
10 Knowledge of business life practices such as project management, risk management, and change management; awareness of entrepreneurship, and innovation; knowledge of sustainable development.
Relations with Education Attainment Program Course Competencies
Program Requirements DK1 DK2 DK3 DK4 DK5 DK6
PY1 3 3 3 3 3 3
PY2 4 4 4 4 4 4
PY3 3 3 3 3 3 3
PY4 4 4 4 4 4 4
PY5 3 3 3 3 3 3
PY6 1 1 1 1 1 1
PY7 3 3 3 3 3 3
PY9 4 4 4 4 4 4
PY10 4 4 4 4 4 4
Recommended Sources
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Diğer Kaynaklar
  • W. D. Callister, Materials Science and Engineering: An Introduction
ECTS credits and course workload
ECTS credits and course workload Quantity Duration (Hour) Total Workload (Hour)
Ders İçi
Class Hours 1 28 28
Ders Dışı
Preparation, After Class Study 1 10 10
Research 1 10 10
Sınavlar
Midterm 1 1 1 1
Midterm 2 1 1 1
Final 1 1 1
Total Workload 51
*AKTS = (Total Workload) / 25,5 ECTS Credit of the Course 2.0