Course Information

Course Information
Course Title Code Language Type Semester L+U Hour Credits ECTS
Mathematical Methods in Physics I FIZ207 Turkish Compulsory 3. Semester 3 + 2 4.0 7.0
Prerequisite Courses
Course Level Undergraduate
Mode of delivery Face to face
Course Coordinator Prof. Dr. Kadir GÖKŞEN
Instructor(s)
Goals Understanding and application of mathematical operations used in the Analysis of Physical Problems.
Course Content Vector algebra, Scalar and Vector Product, Scalar and Vector Triple Product, Direction cosines and sine cosine theorems, Differential Vector Operators Scalar and Vector Fields, Gradient, Divergence, Rotational and Laplacian, curvilinear Coordinates, Representation in the Curvilinear Coordinates of Gradient, Divergence, Rotational and Laplacian Operator, Line Integrals, Green's Theorem, Divergence and Stokes' Theorems, Algebra of Complex Numbers and Complex Variables and Functions, Cauchy-Riemann Conditions and Cauchy's Theorem, Cauchy's integral form and the Taylor and Laurent Series, Classification of Singular Points, Integral Solutions by the Method of Residues
Learning Outcomes
# Öğrenme Kazanımı
0 Application to physical problems the functional complex variable in physics.
0 Knowing algebra of vectors.
0 Using of differential operators of vector.
0 Making the necessary mathematical background for the solution of physics problems.
0 Distinguishing different coordinate systems
0 Distinguishing Integral Theorems.
Lesson Plan (Weekly Topics)
Week Topics/Applications Method
1. Week Vector algebra, Scalar and Vector Product
2. Week Scalar and Vector Triple Product, Direction cosines and sine cosine theorems
3. Week Differential Vector Operators Scalar and Vector Fields
4. Week Gradient, Divergence, Rotational and Laplacian
5. Week Curvilinear Coordinates
6. Week Representation in the Curvilinear Coordinates of Gradient, Divergence, Rotational and Laplacian Operator
7. Week Line Integrals, Green's Theorem
8. Week MIDTERM EXAM
9. Week Divergence and Stokes' Theorems
10. Week Algebra of Complex Numbers and Complex Variables and Functions
11. Week Cauchy-Riemann Conditions and Cauchy's Theorem
12. Week Cauchy's integral form and the Taylor and Laurent Series
13. Week Classification of Singular Points
14. Week Integral Solutions by the Method of Residues
*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 Retaining and administering the fundamentals of theoretical and experimental applications of Classical and Modern Physics.
2 Interpreting the encountered problems in accordance with the principles of physics and attaining the ability of problem solving.
3 Gaining the ability of establishing the connection between the theories and applications of physics.
4 Gaining the ability of following and interpreting physics literature.
5 Gaining the ability of analytical thinking by looking at the cases from physical perspective.
6 Utilizing the knowledge of other disciplines and using their approaches in physics.
7 Retaining the ability of gathering, comparing and analyzing physical data, and producing and presenting solution for it.
8 Attaining basics of following up to date physics literature and utilizing it through communicating with colleagues.
9 Setting theoretical model, solving problems related with the model, approaching the model experimentally and interpreting the obtained experimental data by analyzing.
10 Understanding the importance of life-long learning in physics which is open for new advances and staying in connection with life-long learning.
Relations with Education Attainment Program Course Competencies
Program Requirements DK1 DK2 DK3 DK4 DK5 DK6
PY1 5 5 5 5 5 5
PY2 5 5 5 5 5 5
PY3 5 5 5 5 5 5
PY4 4 4 4 4 4 4
PY5 5 5 5 5 5 5
PY6 5 5 5 5 5 5
PY7 5 5 5 5 5 5
PY8 5 5 5 5 5 5
PY9 5 5 5 5 5 5
PY10 4 4 4 4 4 4
Recommended Sources
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Diğer Kaynaklar
  • • Bekir Karaoğlu, “Fizik ve Mühendislikte Matematik Yöntemler”, Seyir Yayıncılık, 4. Press, 2004, İstanbul..
  • • George Arfken, “Mathematical Methods for Physicists”, 3.rd Edition, Academic Press.
  • • Selçuk Bayın, “Fen ve Mühendislik Bilimlerinde Matematik Yöntemler” METU Press, Ankara.
  • • Coşkun Önem, “Mühendislik ve Fizikte Matematik Metotlar”, Birsen yayınevi, 3. Press, 2003.
  • • Eugene Butkov “Mathematical Physics”, Addison esley.
ECTS credits and course workload
ECTS credits and course workload Quantity Duration (Hour) Total Workload (Hour)
Ders İçi
Class Hours 14 5 70
Ders Dışı
Preparation, After Class Study 14 2 28
Research 14 2 28
Other Activities 14 2 28
Sınavlar
Midterm 1 1 2 2
Homework 1 14 1.5 21
Final 1 2 2
Total Workload 179
*AKTS = (Total Workload) / 25,5 ECTS Credit of the Course 7.0