Course Information

Course Information
Course Title Code Language Type Semester L+U Hour Credits ECTS
Physics I FIZ111 Turkish Compulsory 1. Semester 3 + 2 4.0 6.0
Prerequisite Courses
Course Level Undergraduate
Mode of delivery Face to face
Course Coordinator Prof. Dr. MERT YILDIRIM
Instructor(s) Prof. Dr. Muharrem GÖKÇEN (Güz)
Goals The goal of this course is, by providing the calculus-based concepts of mechanics, to establish the relationships between mathmatics, physics and engineering and apply the physical science to define and solve engineering problems.
Course Content Measurement and Unit Systems, Vectors, Motion in One Dimension, Motion in Two Dimentions, Newton's Laws of Motion, Applications of Newton's Laws of Motion, Work and Energy, Potential Energy And The Protection of Energy, Mass Center and Linear Momentum, Linear momentum, Collisions and Center of Mass, Rotation of Rigids.
Learning Outcomes
# Öğrenme Kazanımı
1 Students will be able to recall theoretical knowledge in the field of physics (mechanics).
2 Students will be able to analyze mechanical data.
3 Students will be able to select appropriate equations and methods for solving mechanical problems.
4 Students will be able to use algebraic and trigonometric methods for quantitative solutions of mechanical problems.
Lesson Plan (Weekly Topics)
Week Topics/Applications Method
1. Week Measurement and Unit Systems Research Preparation, After Class Study Interview Other Activities Practice Presentation (Preparation) Class Hours
2. Week Vectors Interview Presentation (Preparation) Research Preparation, After Class Study Practice Other Activities Class Hours
3. Week Motion in One Dimension Preparation, After Class Study Other Activities Presentation (Preparation) Interview Practice Research Class Hours
4. Week Motion in Two Dimensions Research Other Activities Preparation, After Class Study Interview Practice Presentation (Preparation) Class Hours
5. Week Motion in Two Dimensions Practice Class Hours Preparation, After Class Study Research Other Activities Interview Presentation (Preparation)
6. Week Newton's Laws of Motion Research Preparation, After Class Study Other Activities Class Hours Interview Practice Presentation (Preparation)
7. Week Applications of Newton's Laws of Motion Preparation, After Class Study Other Activities Interview Presentation (Preparation) Practice Research Class Hours
8. Week Work and Energy Practice Preparation, After Class Study Class Hours Research Interview Presentation (Preparation) Other Activities
9. Week Work and Energy Class Hours Preparation, After Class Study Presentation (Preparation) Other Activities Research Practice Interview
10. Week Potential Energy and Conservation of Energy Presentation (Preparation) Other Activities Class Hours Practice Interview Research Preparation, After Class Study
11. Week Linear Momentum Class Hours Research Preparation, After Class Study Other Activities Presentation (Preparation) Practice Interview
12. Week Collisions and Center of Mass Class Hours Research Other Activities Preparation, After Class Study Interview Practice Presentation (Preparation)
13. Week Rotation of Rigids Presentation (Preparation) Interview Preparation, After Class Study Class Hours Research Practice Other Activities
14. Week Rotation of Rigids Class Hours Other Activities Preparation, After Class Study Interview Presentation (Preparation) Practice Research
*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 of mathematics, science and related engineering disciplines; Ability to use theoretical and applied knowledge in these fields in complex engineering problems
2 Ability to identify, define, formulate and solve complex engineering problems; for this purpose, the ability to select and apply appropriate analysis and modeling methods
3 Knowledge and awareness about the management, control, development and security/reliability of Information Technologies
4 Ability to design a complex system, process, device or product to meet specific requirements under realistic constraints and conditions; for this purpose, the ability to apply modern design methods
5 Awareness of the necessity of lifelong learning; ability to access information, follow developments in science and technology, and constantly renew oneself
6 Ability to design and conduct experiments, collect data, analyze and interpret results for the investigation of complex engineering problems or discipline-specific research topics
7 Ability to work effectively in disciplinary and multi-disciplinary teams; individual study skills
8 Ability to develop, 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
9 Knowledge of the effects of engineering practices on health, environment and safety in universal and social dimensions and the problems of the age reflected in the field of engineering; awareness of the legal consequences of engineering solutions
10 Ability to communicate effectively in Turkish 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
Relations with Education Attainment Program Course Competencies
Program Requirements DK1 DK2 DK3 DK4
PY1 5 5 5 5
PY2 4 4 4 5
PY3 1 1 1 1
PY4 1 2 2 2
PY5 1 1 1 1
PY6 2 2 2 2
PY7 1 1 1 1
PY8 1 1 2 1
PY9 1 1 1 1
PY10 1 1 1 1
Recommended Sources
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Diğer Kaynaklar
  • Serway, ‘Fen ve Mühendislik İçin Fizik’ Palme Yayıncıcılık, Çev.Edit. Kemal Çolakoğlu, 2002, Ankara
  • Course notes
ECTS credits and course workload
ECTS credits and course workload Quantity Duration (Hour) Total Workload (Hour)
Ders İçi
Class Hours 14 3 42
Ders Dışı
Preparation, After Class Study 14 2 28
Research 14 1 14
Practice 14 2 28
Other Activities 1 11 11
Sınavlar
Midterm 1 1 1 1
Homework 1 14 1 14
Homework 2 14 1 14
Final 1 1 1
Total Workload 153
*AKTS = (Total Workload) / 25,5 ECTS Credit of the Course 6.0