Course Information

Course Information
Course Title Code Language Type Semester L+U Hour Credits ECTS
Quantum Physics FIZ301 Turkish Compulsory 5. Semester 4 + 2 5.0 7.0
Prerequisite Courses
Course Level Undergraduate
Mode of delivery Face to face
Course Coordinator Prof. Dr. Oğuz KÖYSAL
Instructor(s)
Goals Supplying the principles of quantum physics at basic level, finding solutions to simple physics questions from the perspective of quantum physics and making comparison of these solutions with those of classical physics and experimental measurements.
Course Content Introduction to quantum physics, Schrödinger equation in one dimension and wave function, Statistical interpretation of quantum physics, probability density, expected value and normalization, Position, momentum and Heisenberg uncertainty principle, Time-independent Schrödinger equation, steady waves, Connected states, infinite square well potential, Free particle, probability, wave functions, group and phase velocities, Harmonic oscillator, Finite square potential well, reflection and transmission probabilities, tunneling, Hilbert space, operators ve matrices, eigenvalue and eigenfunctions, Dirac notation, generalized statistical interpretation and uncertainty principle, Schrödinger equation in spherical coordinates, angular equation and spherical harmonics, Radial equation Hydrogen atom, radial wave function and hydrojen tayf, angular momentum
Learning Outcomes
# Öğrenme Kazanımı
0 Obtaining properties of ground state and stimulated state using ladder operator.
0 Obtaining the eigenvalues and eigenstates of a quantum system using mathematical methods
0 Calculating the expected values of some physical quantities related with displacement and momentum.
0 Generating solutions by applying mathematical techniques of quantum theory to simple quantum mechanical problems.
0 Explaining the characteristics of quantum systems and the insufficiency of classical physics at atomic size.
0 Explaining the structures of quantum mechanical wave function and its properties
Lesson Plan (Weekly Topics)
Week Topics/Applications Method
1. Week Introduction to quantum physics, Schrödinger equation in one dimension and wave function
2. Week Statistical interpretation of quantum physics, probability density, expected value and normalization
3. Week Position, momentum and Heisenberg uncertainty principle
4. Week Time-independent Schrödinger equation, steady waves
5. Week Connected states, infinite square well potential
6. Week Free particle, probability, wave functions, group and phase velocities
7. Week Harmonic oscillator
8. Week MIDTERM EXAM
9. Week Finite square potential well, reflection and transmission probabilities, tunneling
10. Week Hilbert space, operators ve matrices, eigenvalue and eigenfunctions
11. Week Dirac notation, generalized statistical interpretation and uncertainty principle
12. Week Schrödinger equation in spherical coordinates, angular equation and spherical harmonics
13. Week Radial equation
14. Week Hydrogen atom, radial wave function and hydrojen tayf, angular momentum
*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 4 4 4 4 4 4
PY3 5 5 5 5 5 5
PY4 4 4 4 4 4 4
PY5 4 4 4 4 4 4
PY6 3 3 3 3 3 3
PY7 3 3 3 3 3 3
PY8 4 4 4 4 4 4
PY9 3 3 3 3 3 3
PY10 3 3 3 3 3 3
Recommended Sources
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Diğer Kaynaklar
  • Quantum Physics, S. Gasiorowicz, John Wiley & Sons, 1974
  • Introduction to Quantum Mechanics, David J. Griffiths, Prentice Hall, 1995.
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 3 42
Research 14 2 28
Other Activities 14 3 42
Sınavlar
Midterm 1 1 2 2
Homework 1 1 1 1
Homework 2 1 1 1
Final 1 2 2
Total Workload 188
*AKTS = (Total Workload) / 25,5 ECTS Credit of the Course 7.0