Course Information

Course Information
Course Title Code Language Type Semester L+U Hour Credits ECTS
Atomic and Molecular Physics FIZ302 Turkish Compulsory 6. Semester 3 + 2 4.0 5.0
Prerequisite Courses
Course Level Undergraduate
Mode of delivery Face to face
Course Coordinator Prof. Dr. Oğuz KÖYSAL
Instructor(s)
Goals Teaching theoretical calculations of atomic and molecular structures, how wave function is used in explaining the atomic and molecule structures and how spectroscopic data experimentally measured should be interpreted.
Course Content Basic concepts about atoms, Classical atom models, Atoms with one electron, Hydrogen atom, Spectrum of Hydrogen, Zeeman effect, Spin-Orbit interaction, Atoms with many electrons, Pauli principle, Electronic structure of atoms, X-ray spectrum, Basic concepts about molecules, Hydrogen molecule, molecular orbitals, bonds in molecules, Molecular rotation and vibrations, Electronic transitions, Molecular orbital theory
Learning Outcomes
# Öğrenme Kazanımı
0 Explaining the structure of atom.
0 Comprehending what types of interactions occur for atoms and the rules of these interactions.
0 Explaining how molecules are formed.
0 Explaining the necessary theoretical and experimental methods for investigation of atoms and molecules.
0 Distinguishing the electronic structure and properties of atoms and molecules.
Lesson Plan (Weekly Topics)
Week Topics/Applications Method
1. Week Basic concepts about atoms
2. Week Classical atom models
3. Week Atoms with one electron, Hydrogen atom
4. Week Spectrum of Hydrogen
5. Week Zeeman effect
6. Week Spin-Orbit interaction
7. Week Atoms with many electrons
8. Week MIDTERM EXAM
9. Week Pauli principle, Electronic structure of atoms
10. Week X-ray spectrum
11. Week Basic concepts about molecules
12. Week Hydrogen molecule, molecular orbitals, bonds in molecules
13. Week Molecular rotation and vibrations, Electronic transitions
14. Week Molecular orbital theory
*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
PY1 5 5 5 5 5
PY2 5 5 5 5 5
PY3 5 5 5 5 5
PY4 4 4 4 4 4
PY5 5 5 5 5 5
PY6 5 5 5 5 5
PY7 5 5 5 5 5
PY8 5 5 5 5 5
PY9 5 5 5 5 5
PY10 4 4 4 4 4
Recommended Sources
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Diğer Kaynaklar
  • • Translation editor: Prof. Dr. Kemal Çolakoğlu; Authors: R.A. Serway, R.C. Beichner, J.W. Jevett, “Physics for Science and Engineering 1”, Palme Publication, Ankara.
  • • Concepts of Modern Physics, Arthur Beiser, Translator: Gülsen Önengüt, Akademi Publication, Ankara
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 1 14
Research 14 1 14
Other Activities 14 1 14
Sınavlar
Midterm 1 1 2 2
Homework 1 2 3 6
Homework 2 2 3 6
Final 1 2 2
Total Workload 128
*AKTS = (Total Workload) / 25,5 ECTS Credit of the Course 5.0