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Head of Department : Osman Teoman Turgut

Associate Department Heads: Bora Akgün, Hakan Erkol

Professors : Metin Arık *†,  Ersan Demiralp, Erhan Gülmez, Naci İnci, Mehmet Levent Kurnaz, Serdar  Nergiz, Veysi Erkcan Özcan, Tonguç  Rador, Yani Skarlatos *†, Osman Teoman Turgut, Özhan Özatay, İbrahim Semiz, Mehmet Hakan Erkut, Refik Ömür Akyüz*, Alper Şahiner*, Utkan Demirci•, Haluk Beker†, 

Associate Professors : Levent  Akant, Aşkın Ankay, Hakan Erkol, Belkıs Gökbulut Öztürk

Assistant Professors: Bora Akgün, Özgür Burak Aslan, Ilmar Gahramanov, Can Kozçaz, Arkadaş İnan Özakın, Gizem Şengör Eröncel, 

Instructor : Emine Ertuğrul, İslam Çağrı İşeri, Yüksel Günal*

Assistants :Abdullah Kerem Kurşun, Arda İnanç, Aslı Seda Turan, Berare Göktürk, Bertan Keleş, Bilal Çark, Bora Örgen, Efe Hamamcı, Kaan Özbozduman, Kaya Güven Akbaş, Mert Ergen, Onur Efe, Osman Ergeç, Önder Dünya, Şelale Şahin, Taha Ayfer, Tarık Tok, Ulaş Aras, Yelda Kardaş Ayfer, Umut Can akça, Mustafa Kandemir

 

* Part time
• Adjunct
† Emeritus
 

The undergraduate program in Physics offers students the opportunity to understand the fundamental laws of nature. The flexibility provided by several field options enables students to pursue subsequent professional work in physics or astrophysics, as well as in applied physics in areas such as electronics, medicine, or computational physics.

Physics students are expected to appreciate knowledge in fields other than physics. They are encouraged to develop interests through courses offered by other departments and to deepen this interest in one disciplinary area by selecting courses in a specific distribution field.

The Physics Department collaborates with all engineering and science departments in offering double-major programs to graduates and undergraduate students with a GPA of 3.00 or above. The students may at the same time earn a degree in physics by successfully completing a prescribed list of courses.

 

Established

1959

ISCED Code

441

Educational goals and objectives

B.S. in Physics offers students the opportunity to understand the fundamental laws of nature. The flexibility provided by several field options enables students to pursue subsequent professional work in physics or astrophysics, as well as in applied physics in areas such as electronics, medicine, or computational physics .Physics students are expected to appreciate knowledge in fields other than physics. They are encouraged to develop interests through courses offered by other departments and to deepen this interest in one disciplinary area by selecting courses in a specific distribution field.

Admission and special requirements

Admission procedures are carried out by the university and are carried out through the central university examination system. Students who meet the horizontal transfer requirements can transfer from other departments within the determined quota.Students who have newly registered to the university and applied for horizontal transfer are required to take the English foreign language proficiency exam by YADYOK or submit the English exam result accepted by YADYOK. Students whose foreign language skills are sufficient are enrolled in the undergraduate program. Those who are unsatisfactory will be dismissed from the program if they cannot reach the proficiency level at the end of 4 semesters.

Acknowledgement of previous learning

1) The transfer of courses with at least CC grade can be made by the relevant board of directors, provided that the courses taken previously but have not been counted towards a diploma and have been disconnected from that institution.2) Transfer procedures for the courses taken by students participating in exchange programs at another higher education institution are carried out at the latest by the end of the add-drop period of the semester following the semester in which they return from the exchange program.3) Courses taken at the university are transferred with grades and credits.4) Courses taken at another higher education institution are transferred for credit with a P grade. If the scope of the courses is the same as the University's programs but their credits are different, the courses whose equivalence is determined by the relevant department, taking into account theory, practice and laboratory hours, will be given credit for the course deemed equivalent, with the approval of the relevant board of directors.

Graduation requirements

a) Must spend the last semester as a registered student at the University, excluding the summer term.

b) He must complete all credit and non-credit courses with at least a DD or P grade.

c) Must complete the amount of credit determined by the department with courses taken at the University, provided that it is not less than half of the program graduation credit. However, in special cases, the University Board of Directors is authorized to make decisions.

d) Must complete the program with a GPA of at least 2.00.

Program learning outcomes

1. Basic concepts and principles in the field of physics are explained. The ability to use Physics and Mathematics knowledge is gained.
2. The ability to define, formulate and solve problems in the field of physics is gained.
3. The ability to design and conduct experiments, and to analyze and interpret experimental results is gained.
4. The program ensures that the knowledge and skills acquired in the field of physics can be applied to other fields of science and provides the ability to work in interdisciplinary teams.
5. The technical knowledge required by the industry in the field is provided and the necessary training is given to contribute to society.
6. Awareness of professional and ethical responsibility and lifelong learning habits are gained.
7. Students gain the ability to communicate effectively and produce scientific knowledge in the field of physics.
8. The ability to follow and use physics literature effectively and the habit of getting information about contemporary professional issues and technological developments are gained.
9. Students are provided with oral and written English skills to understand the basic subjects in the field of physics and to communicate with colleagues on these subjects.
10. Knowledge and experience through unique elective courses in different fields other than physics are gained.

 

TYYÇ Ulusal Yeterlikler

TYYÇ Alan Yeterlikleri

 

UNDERGRADUATE PROGRAM IN PHYSICS

First Semester		Cr.	ECTS
PHYS 101	Physics I	4	8
CHEM 105	Fundamentals of Chemistry	4	6
MATH 101	Calculus I	4	6
PHYS 197	Analytical Methods in Physics	3	6
AE 101/AE 111/EC 101*	English for Academic Purposes I/ Critical Skills in English I/ Principles of Microeconomics	3	3/6
		18	29/32

Second Semester		Cr.	ECTS
PHYS 102	Physics II	4	8
MATH 102	Calculus II	4	6
-- --	Science Elective	3	7
PHYS 198	Numerical Methods in Physics	3	6
HSS	HSS Elective	3	5
		17	32

Third Semester		Cr.	ECTS
PHYS 201	Physics III	4	6
PHYS 221	Ther. Prop. of Mat.	3	5
MATH 201	Matrix Theory	4	5
EC 101/..+	Prin. of Microeconomics/Unrest, Elective	3	6
HSS --	HSS Elect.	3	5
TK 221	Turkish I	2	3
		19	30

Fourth Semester		Cr.	ECTS
PHYS 202	Physics IV	4	6
MATH 202	Differential Eq.	4	7
EE 210	Int. to Electrical Eng.	3	6
EC 102	Prin. of Macroeconomics	3	6
HSS --	HSS Elect.	3	5
TK 222	Turkish II	2	3
		19	33

*    Students whose Proficiency Exam score is C are required to take AE101 or AE102.
      Students whose Proficiency Exam score is C+ are required to take AE111 or AE112.
      Students whose Proficiency Exam score is B and above are required to take EC101.

Students must choose one of the Option Fields

1) Basic Physics
2) Astrophysics 
3) Computational Physics 
4) Physical Electronics 
5) Medical Physics 

at the beginning of their third year.

 

THE BASIC PHYSICS OPTION

Fifth Semester		Cr.	ECTS
PHYS 301	Classical Mechanics I	3	6
PHYS 311	Modern Physics I	3	7
PHYS 325	Math. Meth.of Phys.I	3	5
PHYS 331	Electronics for Physics  I	3	5
-- --	Unrestricted Elect.	3	4
HTR 311	Hist. Turk. Rep. I	2	3
		17	30

Sixth Semester		Cr.	ECTS
PHYS 302	Classical Mechanics II	3	3
PHYS 312	Modern Physics II	3	5
PHYS 326	Math. Meth. of Phys II	3	6
PHYS 442	Experimental Phys.	4	7
-- --	Unrestricted Elect.	3	6
HTR 312	Hist. Turk. Rep. II	2	3
		18	30

Seventh Semester		Cr.	ECTS
PHYS 401	Electromagnetism I	3	4
PHYS 411	Quantum Mech. I	3	6
PHYS 421	Statistical Mech. I	3	6
PHYS 443	Experimental Phys I	4	8
-- --	Unrestricted Elect.	3	6
		16	30

Eighth Semester		Cr.	ECTS
PHYS 402	Electromagnetism II	3	6
PHYS 412	Quantum Mechanics II	3	6
PHYS --	Dept. Elective	3	6
-- --	Unrestricted Elect.	3	6
-- --	Unrestricted Elect.	3	6
		15	30

Total Credits: 139
Total ECTS: 244/247

Students who have chosen one of the option fields:

2) Astrophysics 
3) Computational Physics 
4) Physical Electronics 
5) Medical Physics 

are also required to select one of the following Distribution Fields:

1. Archeometry
2. Business Administration
3. Chemistry
4. Environmental Studies
5. Foreign Languages
6.  Humanities
7.  Mathematical Economics
8.  Molecular Biology

THE ASTROPHYSICS, COMPUTATIONAL PHYSICS, PHYSICAL ELECTRONICS AND MEDICAL PHYSICS OPTIONS

Fifth Semester		Cr.	ECTS
PHYS 301	Classical Mechanics I	3	6
PHYS 331	Electronics for Phys I	3	5
-- --	Option Elective	3	6
-- --	Distribution Elect.	3	6
-- --	Unrestricted Elect.	3	5
HTR 311	Hist. of Turk. Rep. I	2	3
		17	31

Sixth Semester		Cr.	ECTS
PHYS 302	Classical Mechanics II	3	3
PHYS 380	Int. to Electro. Rad.	3	5
-- --	Option Elective	3	6
-- --	Distribution Elect.	3	6
-- --	Unrestricted Elect.	3	6
HTR 312	Hist. Turk. Rep. II	2	3
		17	29

Seventh Semester                      Cr.			ECTS
PHYS 407	Ad. Quan. Phys. I	3	7
PHYS 325	Math. Meth.of Phys.I	3	5
-- --	Option Elect.	3	6
-- --	Distribution Elect.	3	6
-- --	Unrestricted Elect.	3	6
		15	30

Eighth Semester                         Cr.			ECTS
PHYS 408	Ad.Quan. Phys. II	3	6
PHYS 442	Experimental Phys.I	4	7
-- --	Physics Elect.	3	6
-- --	Distribution Elect.	3	6
-- --	Unrestricted Elect.	3	5
		16	30

Total Credits: 138
Total ECTS: 244/247

COURSE LISTS for OPTION FIELDS and DISTRIBUTION FIELDS:

OPTION FIELDS:

ASTROPHYSİCS:

Required Courses
PHYS 345 Classical Astronomy                           
PHYS 346 Introduction to Astrophysics

Elective Courses
PHYS 445 Observational Astronomy
PHYS 446 Computational Astronomy
PHYS 447 Computational Astrophysics
PHYS 448 History of Astronomy
PHYS 449 Cosmic X-Ray Astronomy
PHYS 491 Introduction to Research in Physics I
PHYS 492 Introduction to Research in Physics II
NOTE: In this field, Special Topics courses that are opened every semester may also be used.       

COMPUTATIONAL PHYSICS

Elective Courses
PHYS 290 Computer Applications in Physics
PHYS 390 Computer Assisted Data Analysis in Physics
PHYS 491 Introduction to Research in Physics I
PHYS 492 Introduction to Research in Physics II
NOTE: In this field, Special Topics courses that are opened every semester may also be used.       

MEDICAL PHYSICS:

Required Courses
PHYS 337 Introduction to Physical Methods in Medical Diagnosis

Elective Courses
BM 515 Laser-Tissue Interaction Mechanisms 
BM 516 Biophotonics
PHYS 491 Introduction to Research in Physics I
PHYS 492 Introduction to Research in Physics II
NOTE: In this field, Special Topics courses that are opened every semester may also be used.

PHYSICAL ELECTRONICS:

Elective Courses
PHYS 391 Physical Electronics I
PHYS 392 Physical Electronics II
PHYS 462 Solid State Physics
PHYS 491 Introduction to Research in Physics I
PHYS 492 Introduction to Research in Physics II
NOTE: In this field, Special Topics courses that are opened every semester may also be used.

BASIC PHYSICS:

Elective Courses
Courses are shown on the course schedule

DISTRIBUTION FIELDS
 

ARCHEOMETRY

Elective Courses
STS 301 Archaeometry I
STS 302 Archaeometry II
PHYS 462 Solid State Physics
PHYS 491 Introduction to Research in Physics I
PHYS 492 Introduction to Research in Physics II
NOTE: In this field, Other courses deemed appropriate by the Instructor can be chosen as elective courses.

BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION

Required Courses
AD 220 Management of Organizations
AD 211 Financial Accounting for Economists
AD 311 Financial Management
AD 242 Strategic Marketing Management

CHEMISTRY

Elective Courses
Chem 241 Organic Chemistry for Engineers
Chem 242 Analytical Chemistry + Chem 242 Lab. Analytical Chemistry Laboratory
Chem 245 Inorganic Chemistry I
Chem 471 Environmental Chemistry
NOTE: In this field, Other courses deemed appropriate by the Instructor can be chosen as elective courses.

ENVIRONMENTAL STUDIES

Elective Courses
ESC 301 The Environmental Dimension
ESC 305 Gobal Climate Change
ESC 306 Evolution
ESC 307 Social Ecology
ESC 311 Environmental Science and Technology
STS 205 The Climate
Chem 471 Environmental Chemistry
NOTE: In this field, Other courses deemed appropriate by the Instructor can be chosen as elective courses.

FOREIGN LANGUAGES

Required Courses
Student will take either one of the French or German Course series from YADYOK.

HUMANITIES

Elective Courses
STS 401 History of Science: up to the 18th century
STS 410 History of Science: from the 18th century to the present
STS 488 Sp. Topics The Age of Sustainable Development
PHIL 101 Introduction to Philosophy
PHIL 111 Introduction to Ancient and Medieval Philosophy
PHIL 131 Logic I
PHIL 132 Logic II
NOTE: In this field, Other courses deemed appropriate by the Instructor can be chosen as elective courses.

MATHEMATICAL ECONOMICS

Elective Courses
EC 203 Microeconomics I
EC 205 Macroeconomics I
EC 206 Microeconomics II
EC 208 Macroeconomics II
NOTE: In this field, Other courses deemed appropriate by the Instructor can be chosen as elective courses.

MOLECULAR BIOLOGY

Elective Courses
BIO 252 Genetics
BIO 353 Molecular Genetics
BIO 301 Biochemistry I
BIO 302 Biochemistry II
BIO 342 Human Physiology
NOTE: In this field, Other courses deemed appropriate by the Instructor can be chosen as elective courses.

 

The Double Major Program:

Students working for a B.S. or an M.S. degree in science or engineering at Bogazici University may at the same time earn a B.S. degree in Physics by successfully completing 40 credits of a prescribed list of courses.

STS Courses:

The Department of Physics is responsible for the organization and implementation of STS (Science, Technology, and Society) courses offered as HSS electives to science and engineering majors with junior or senior standing.
 

COURSE DESCRIPTIONS

PHYS 101 Physics I (3+1+2) 4 ECTS 8
(Fizik I)
Vectors, kinematics, Newton's laws of motion, work and energy, conservation of energy, linear momentum and its conservation, rotation of rigid bodies about a fixed axis, angular momentum and its conservation. (One laboratory session every week.)

PHYS 102 Physics II (3+1+2) 4 ECTS 8
(Fizik II)
Equilibrium of rigid bodies, oscillations, gravitation, fluid statics and dynamics, waves in elastic media, introduction to thermodynamics and kinetic theory, sound. (One laboratory session every week.)
Prerequisite: PHYS 101.

PHYS 111 General Physics I (3+1+0) 3 ECTS 5
(Genel Fizik I)
General physics for students in social sciences. Basic principles of kinematics, dynamics and conservation laws, waves and electrical interaction.

PHYS 112 General Physics II (3+1+0) 3 ECTS 5
(Genel Fizik II)
General physics for students in social sciences and humanities. Basic principles of special and general relativity, anatomic models, elementary particles and matter waves, quantum theory.

PHYS 121 Introductory Mechanics and Thermodynamics (3+1+2) 4 ECTS 8
(Mekanik ve Termodinamiğe Giriş)
Introduction to mechanics and thermodynamics designed for students with advanced standing, through topics such as vectorial mechanics, equilibrium of rigid bodies, rotational dynamics, oscillations, waves and thermodynamics. Not offered to students who have taken PHYS 101, or PHYS 102, or PHYS 130. (One laboratory session every week.)

PHYS 125 Calculational Methods in Physics (1+1+0) 1 ECTS 2
(Fizikte Hesaplama Yöntemleri)
Properties of elementary functions; their graphs and values at special arguments. Expansions and approximation techniques used in scientific problems. Coordinate systems; areas and volumes of basic geometrical objects.

PHYS 130 Thermodynamics, Waves, Optics and Modern Physics (3+1+2) 4 ECTS 7
(Thermodinamik Dalgalar, Optik ve Modern Fizik)
Introduction to thermodynamics, oscillations, waves, interferences and diffraction, gratings and spectra, quantization of energy and wave behavior of particules. No current credit with PHYS 102, or PHYS 121, or PHYS 202. (One laboratory session every week.)
Prerequisite: PHYS 101.

PHYS 136 Introduction to Scientific Report Writing and Computing (0+0+2) 1 ECTS 2
(Rapor Yazımı ve Hesaplamaya Giriş)
LATEX and MATLAB basics.

PHYS 142 Basic Concepts in Modern Physics (1+1+0) 1
(Modern Fizikte Temel Fikirler)
Stern-Gerlach filters: probability amplitudes and probabilities for various outcomes. Compatible and incompatible observables. Resolving power and uncertainly. Filtering signals spatially (temporally) and uncertainties in resolving their wavelengths (frequencies). Uncertainty principle and the stability of hydrogen atom. Concept of simultaneity in special relativity and applications.

PHYS 150 Information and Entropy (3+1+0) 3 ECTS 5
(Bilgi ve Entropi) 
Exploration of the ultimate limits to communication and computation with an emphasis on the physical nature of information and information processing. Information and computation, digital signals, codes and compression, algorithmic information, noise, probability, error correction, reversible and irreversible operations, physics of computation, Shannon-entropy. The concept of entropy applied to channel capacity and to the second law of thermodynamics, and energy and temperature of physical systems handled using the principle of maximum entropy.
Prerequisite: MATH 101, PHYS 101 or PHYS 121.

PHYS 177 Computational Introduction to Dynamical Systems and Probability
(Dinamik Sistemler ve Olasılığa Hesaplamalı Yaklaşımlar) (3+2+0) 3 ECTS 5
Passing from physical to mathematical models. Collisions of elastic and inelastic balls. Iterative function systems and fractals; mathematical features of fractals, their visualization through simulations; simulating randomness. Analyzing distributions through histograms; random number generators and their statistical performance analysis. Simple maps with complex behavior; logistic map and other examples exhibiting chaotic behavior, their simulation and analysis.
Corequisite: PHYS 101 and MATH 101.

PHYS 180 Exploring the Universe (3+1+0) 3 ECTS 5
(Evreni Tanımak)
Solar system: planets and the Sun, Milky way. Other galaxies and the Hubble’s law. Theories of Bigbang and inflation; the first few minutes of the universe, primordial nucleosynthesis. Cosmic Microwave Background radiation. Concepts of general relativity. Life cycle of stars, death of stars, supernovae. Brown dwarfs, white dwarfs, neutron stars, , black holes, gamma ray bursts. Hawking radiation and evaporation of black holes. Dark matter and dark energy. The fate of the universe.
Prerequisite: PHYS 101 or PHSY 121, MATH 101

PHYS 197 Analytical Methods in Physics (3+2+0) 3 ECTS 6
(Fizikte Analitik Yöntemler)
Properties of elementary functions; their graphs and values at special arguments. Expansions and approximation techniques used in scientific problems. Coordinate systems, areas and volumes of basic geometrical objects. Algebra of Space and Time Translations. Rotations in two and three dimensions. Galilei and Lorentz transformations and their generators. Introduction to Clifford algebra and Pauli Spin matrices.

PHYS 198 Numerical Methods in Physics (3+2+0) 3 ECTS 6
(Fizikte Sayısal Yöntemler)
Approximate calculations. Errors and rounding. Numerical approximations of functions. Numeric differentiation and integration. Monte Carlo methods. Random numbers.

PHYS 201 Physics III (3+1+2) 4 ECTS 6
(Fizik III)
Charge and matter, the electric field, Gauss law, electrostatic potential, capacitance, current and resistance, electromotive force and circuits, the magnetic field, Ampére's law, Faraday's law, inductance, magnetic properties of matter. (One laboratory session every week.)
Prerequisite: PHYS 101 or PHYS 121.

PHYS 202 Physics IV (3+1+2) 4 ECTS 6
(Fizik IV)
Electromagnetic oscillations, AC circuits. Maxwell's equations, electromagnetic waves, light and its propagation, reflection, refraction, geometrical optics, interference and diffraction, gratings and spectra, polarization, the particle-like properties of electromagnetic radiation: photons, Bohr model and the spectrum of the hydrogen atom.
Prerequisite: PHYS 201.

PHYS 205 Exploring the Cosmos I (3+1+0) 3 ECTS 5
(Evreni Keşfetmek I)
A survey course primarily for non-science students, with heavily visual character (slides and some videos). No calculus or science background needed. Contents of, and sizes in the cosmos. Ancient astronomy. The scientific revolution. The inner planets: Earth, Moon, Mercury, Mars, Venus. The gas giants: Jupiter, Saturn, Uranus, Neptune. Satellites and rings of giant planets. Pluto. The asteroid belt. Comets. The origin of the solar system.

PHYS 206 Exploring the Cosmos II (3+1+0) 3 ECTS 5
(Evreni Keşfetmek II)
A survey course primarily for non-science students, with heavily visual character (slides and some videos). No calculus or science background needed. Contents of, and sizes in the cosmos. The Sun. Solar energy. Stellar observations. Double stars. Classification of stars. Birth and evolution of stars. Death of stars: White dwarfs, novae, supernovae, neutron stars, black holes. The Milky Way, galaxies and the expansion of the universe. The Big Bang. Space exploration. Commercialization of space. Future life in space. Space travel. SETI: Search for extraterrestrial intelligence.

PHYS 212 Electrotechnology for Physicists (1+1+0) 1 ECTS 2
(Fizikçiler için Elektroteknoloji)
A qualitative approach to basic equipment and machinery used in electrical power applications: Electrical contacts and switching, magnetic circuits, relays and contactors, transformers, DC generators and motors, induction and synchronous machines. Characteristics and control of electrical machinery.

PHYS 221 Thermal Properties of Matter (3+2+0) 3 ECTS 5
(Maddenin Isıl Özellikleri)
Elements of probability theory, Bernoulli, Poisson and Gaussian probability distributions. Random walk and diffusion. Thermal motion, molecular distribution of energy in crystals and gases, definition of temperature and the Boltzmann factor, statistical characterization of thermal equilibrium, entropy. Entropy and heat: second law of thermodynamics. Entropy of mixing. Open systems and free energy minimum principles. Applications of the equilibrium conditions: the Clausius-Clapeyron equation, Raoult's law, Henry's law, Osmotic pressure. Ideal gases with internal degrees of freedom. Third law of thermodynamics.
Prerequisite: PHYS 102 or PHYS 130 or PHYS 121.

PHYS 225 Introduction to Earth Science I (3+1+0) 3 ECTS 6
(Yeryüzü Bilimine Giriş I)
Matters and minerals. Rocks. Weathering, soil and mass wasting. Running water and groundwater. Glaciers, deserts and wind. Plate tectonics. Earthquakes and the Earth's interior. Volcanoes and igneous activity. Crustal deformation and mountain building. Geologic time. The Earth's evolution through geologic time.

PHYS 226 Introduction to Earth Science II (3+1+0) 3 ECTS 6
(Yeryüzü Bilimine Giriş II)
The ocean floor. Ocean water and ocean life. The dynamic ocean. The atmosphere: moisture, clouds, precipitation, air pressure and wind. Weather patterns and severe storms. World climates and global climate change. Origins of modern astronomy. Our solar system. Light, astronomical observations and the Sun. Beyond our solar system.

PHYS 290 Computer Applications in Physics (2+2+2) 3 ECTS 6
(Fizikte Bilgisayar Uygulamaları)
The aim of this course is to give the student a knowledge about computer systems, use of peripherals and graphical user interfaces, scientific word processing (via WORD, WORD PERFECT or LATEX), tabulation, spreadsheets (via EXCEL or PARADOX), graphical presentations, application of these facilities to simple physical problems, electronic mail and information retrieval systems (Bitnet, Internet), rudiments of programming.

PHYS 301 Classical Mechanics I (Klasik Mekanik I) (3+2+0) 3 ECTS 6
Review of basic mathematical tools used in mechanics. Dynamics of particles and systems of particles, motion under a central force, conservation of energy and momentum, dynamics of rigid body motion. Introduction to the mechanics of continua. Relativistic dynamics.
Prerequisites: (PHYS 102 or PHYS 130 or PHYS 121) and MATH 102.

PHYS 302 Classical Mechanics II (3+2+0) 3 ECTS 3
(Klasik Mekanik II)
Review of conservation principles, oscillations in one dimension, damped forced oscillations, non-linear oscillations and introduction to classical perturbation theory. Oscillations in more than one dimension: coupled oscillations, normal modes and coordinates. Introduction to analytical mechanics. Lagrange and Hamilton's equations, conservation principles. Small oscillations, selected applications. Canonical transformations.
Prerequisites: (PHYS 301 or CE 241) and MATH 201.
(Waived for double major students upon consent of the instructor.)

PHYS 305 Computerized Data Collection and Analysis (3+0+0) 3 ECTS 5
(Bilgisayarlı Veri Toplama ve Analizi)
Overview of a data acquisition and analysis system. Analog-to-digital and digital-to-analog converters. Measurement range, unipolar and bipolar input signal modes data multiplexing. Sample-and-hold circuits, single ended and differential inputs. Software used in data collection, data format and storage space. Sampling rates, low-pass filters, oversampling, aliasing. Transducers: Temperature, strain, force, acceleration, displacement, pressure and others. Isolation amplifiers, nonlinear sensors, linearization. Data analysis: statistics; peak, and zero crossing detection. Data processing: Curve fitting, filtering, spectral analysis, correlation.
Prerequisites: Consent of the instructor

PHYS 306 Introduction to Metrology (3+0+0) 3 ECTS 5
(Ölçümbilime Giriş)
History of metrology. Metrology in practice and its impact in modern life. Overview of the International System of Units (SI). General terms and definitions in metrology; seven base units, derived units, symbols, and dimensional analysis. Mass metrology; length; electrical units; temperature; time and frequency; light metrology: luminous intensity. Cryogenic metrology. Chemical metrology: mole and ionizing radiation. Acoustics. Metrology in medicine. International structure and standardization bodies. The new SI. Uncertainties, traceability and accreditation.
Prerequisites: PHYS 102 or PHYS 121 or PHYS 130, PHYS 201

PHYS 310 Applied Metrology (3+0+0) 3 ECTS 5
(Uygulamalı Ölçümbilim)
Principles of metrology and the relevance of metrology in the global trade. Types of metrology: primary, secondary and industrial metrology; maintenance of standards; calibration. Temperature metrology. Electrical metrology: International realization of dc quantities in terms of fundamental physical constants: the volt – Josephson junction and the Ohm – quantum Hall effect. Dimensional metrology: international realisation of the meter. Temporal metrology: The cesium clock; optical frequency standards. Dimensional standards; Measurement instrumentation such as gauge blocks, micrometers, Vernier callipers, ring gauges, dial gauges). Uncertainty calculations and uncertainty budgets. The new international definitions: The kilogram (kg), ampere (A), mole (mol), and kelvin (K).
Prerequisites: Consent of the instructor

PHYS 311 Modern Physics I (3+2+0) 3 ECTS 7
(Modern Fizik I)
Modern Physics with an emphasis on physical thinking and order of magnitude estimates. The Special Theory of Relativity and the applications of the Schrödinger equation to the harmonic oscillator, the hydrogen atom, many electron atoms and molecules.
Prerequisites: PHYS 202.

PHYS 312 Modern Physics II (3+2+0) 3 ECTS 5
(Modern Fizik II)
Applications of relativity and quantum theory to nuclear structure, nuclear reactions, condensed matter physics, elementary particles and their interactions, astrophysics, cosmology.
Prerequisite: PHYS 311.

PHYS 325 Mathematical Methods of Physics I (3+2+0) 3 ECTS 5
(Fizikte Matematiksel Metodlar I)
Infinite series, ordinary differential equations: solutions in closed form, power series solutions, special functions. Functions of a complex variable: calculus of residues, contour integration, contour integral representations of special functions. Linear vector spaces: vectors and matrices, the eigenvalue program. Abstract formulation of vector spaces: function spaces, expansions in orthogonal bases, The Dirac delta function, integral transforms.
Prerequisite: MATH 202.

PHYS 326 Mathematical Methods of Physics II (3+2+0) 3 ECTS 6
(Fizikte Matematiksel Metodlar II)
Curvilinear coordinates and tensor analysis. Further applications of complex variables: conformal mapping asymptotic methods, steepest decent, stationary phase, WKB method. Partial differential equations: boundary value problems involving the Laplace, wave and diffusion equations. Introduction to groups and group representations.
Prerequisite: MATH 325.

PHYS 331 Electronics for Physicists I (2+1+2) 3 ECTS 5
(Fizikçiler için Elektronik I)
A treatment of the fundamental concepts of electronic circuits and circuit components to provide an adequate understanding of electronic techniques used in modern instrumentation and experimental physics: diode and transistor characteristics, transistor biasing and thermal stabilization. Small and large signal low frequency transistor models, transistor amplifier circuits, field-effect transistors. Integrated circuits-operational amplifiers, feedback amplifiers and oscillators. Impedance matching. Large signal amplifiers, rectifiers and filters. (One laboratory session every week.)
Prerequisites: PHYS 201 and EE 210.

PHYS 332 Electronics for Physicists II (2+1+2) 3 ECTS 6
(Fizikçiler icin Elektronik II)
Continuation of PHYS 331 with emphasis on integrated circuits and the use of field-effect transistors in electronic circuit switching and digital methods: Linear and non-linear analog systems, combinational and sequential digital systems, metal-oxide semiconductor/large scale integrated (MOS/LSI) digital systems, digital to analog and analog to digital (D/A and A/D) systems. (One laboratory session every week.)
Prerequisite: PHYS 331.

PHYS 337 Introduction to Physical Methods in Medical Diagnosis (3+2+0) 3 ECTS 6
(Tıpta Tanı Amacıyla Kullanılan Fiziksel Yöntemler)
Fundamentals of X-rays, generation and detection of X-rays, X-ray diagnostic methods, fundamentals of acoustics; propagation, generation and detection of ultrasound, ultrasound diagnostic methods, fundamentals of radioactivity, generation and detection of nuclear emission, diagnostic methods using radiation detector probes, radiation dosimetry, biological effects of ionizing and nonionizing radiation, principles of nuclear magnetic resonance, magnetic resonance imaging, review of other physical diagnostic procedures, biological effects of high magnetic fields.
Prerequisite: PHYS 202.

PHYS 345 Classical Astronomy (3+2+0) 3 ECTS 6
(Klasik Astronomi)
Motion of the sun, moon, planets and stars as observed by the naked eye, celestial mapping and time-keeping; Kepler's laws of planetary motion, planetary physics, stellar parallax and stellar aberration, the Doppler effect, variable stars, the measurement of stellar distances, the proper motion of stars, star clusters and galaxies; gaseous nebulae and planetary nebulae; the Hertzsprung-Russell diagram and stellar evolution, red giants and white dwarfs; novas and supernovas, pulsars and x-ray sources, neutron stars and black holes, the Big-Bang theory and the expanding universe. Cosmological questions.
Prerequisite: PHYS 202 or consent of the instructor.

PHYS 346 Introduction to Astrophysics (3+2+0) 3 ECTS 6
(Astrofiziğe Giriş)
Basics of astrophysical studies: positions of stars and their proper motions, distance determination to nearby stars; brightness calculations, angular radii of stars, spectral classification of stars, equations of stellar structure, physics of stellar interiors.
Prerequisite: PHYS 202 or consent of the instructor.

PHYS 371 Modern Physics for Engineers (3+2+0) 3
(Mühendisler için Modern Fizik)
Basic concepts of quantum physics. Solutions of the Schrödinger equation in one dimension: particle in a box, finite square well, harmonic oscillator, periodic potentials, barrier penetration. Tunneling phenomena in metal and molecules. The hydrogen atom in wave mechanics. Many-electron atoms: optical excitations and X-ray line spectra. Molecular structure: bonding mechanisms, vibrational and rotational degrees of freedom. The ammonia maser, statistical physics: electron gas, photon gas. Lasers. The specific heat of crystalline solids. Brownian motion. Thermionic emission. Elementary solid state physics: Crystal lattices and phonons, metals, semiconductors and superconducts. The Josephson junction.

PHYS 380 Introduction to Electromagnetic Radiation (3+2+0) 3 ECTS 5
(Elektromanyetik Işımaya Giriş)
Review of Maxwell's equations, and derivation of their differential form. Importance of continuity equation and displacement current. Derivation of EM wave equation in vacuum, simple solutions and their basic properties, including Poynting's vector etc. Interaction of radiation with matter, physical basis of the index of refraction. Boundary conditions and simple discussion of reflection and refraction of EM waves from conductors and insulators.
Prerequisite: PHYS 202.

PHYS 390 Computer Assisted Data Analysis in Physics (2+1+2) 3 ECTS 6
(Fizikte Bilgisayar Destekli Veri Analizi)
Review of program and data structures in a structured programming language. Processing large volumes of data with computers and collection of statistics. Measures of central tendency and dispersion. Moment generating functions, Poisson and Bernouilli processes and hypothesis testing. Variance analysis. Least squares, maximum likely hood, and Bayes analysis. Error analysis and propagation. Monte Carlo simulation and its applications. Case studies, laboratory exercises, and projects on the computer, supporting topics covered in lectures.
Prerequisites: MATH 202 and (PHYS 290 or CmpE 150 or consent of the instructor).

PHYS 391 Physical Electronics I (3+2+0) 3 ECTS 6
(Fiziksel Elektronik I)
Basic principles pertaining to the operation and characteristics of electron devices: electron ballistics and applications, electron emission, energy levels and energy bands. Conduction in metals and semiconductors. Electron statistics, Schottky barriers, p-n junctions and applications diodes.
Prerequisite: (PHYS 202 or equivalent) and MATH 201.

PHYS 392 Physical Electronics II (3+2+0) 3 ECTS 4
(Fiziksel Elektronik II)
Physical principles underlying the operation and characteristics of bipolar junction transistors, optoelectronic devices, negative resistance devices and integrated circuits.
Prerequisite: PHYS 391 or consent of the instructor.

PHYS 401 Electromagnetism I (3+2+0) 3 ECTS 4
(Elektromagnetizma I)
Vector analysis, solution of electrostatic problems: Poisson's and Laplace's equations, method of images. Electrostatics in dielectric media, electrostatic energy. Electric current, magnetic field of steady current, electromagnetic induction, magnetic properties of matter, magnetic energy.
Prerequisites: PHYS 325 and PHYS 202.

PHYS 402 Electromagnetism II (3+2+0) 3 ECTS 6
(Elektromagnetizma II)
Maxwell's equations, electromagnetic waves, interaction of radiation with matter: the physical origin of the refractive index, Fresnel's equations. Multipole expansions of the radiation field: electric dipole, magnetic dipole and electric quadruple radiation. Waveguides and cavity resonators. Theory of diffraction. Electrodynamics, special theory of relativity and transformations of the electric and magnetic fields.
Prerequisite: PHYS 401 or consent of the instructor.

PHYS 407 Advanced Quantum Physics I (3+2+0) 3 ECTS 7
(İleri Kuantum Fiziği I)
Fundamental concepts of relativity and quantum physics and their applications to the structure of single and multielectron atoms. Introduction to mathematical foundations of quantum physics. Emphasis on understanding quintal phenomena and order of magnitude estimates. Cannot be taken for credit in addition to PHYS 311.
Prerequisite: PHYS 202.

PHYS 408 Advanced Quantum Physics II (3+2+0) 3 ECTS 6
(İleri Kuantum Fiziği II)
Continuation of PHYS 407 involving applications of relativity and quantum physics to molecules, nuclei, radioactivity and nuclear reactions elementary particles, condensed matter physics, astrophysics and cosmology. Cannot be taken for credit in addition to PHYS 312.
Prerequisite: PHYS 407 or consent of the instructor.

PHYS 410 Quantum Mechanics (3+2+0) 3
(Kuantum Mekaniği)
Wave packets and uncertainty relations, the Schrödinger equation, one dimensional potentials, the Schrödinger Equation in three dimensions, angular momentum, the hydrogen atom, spin angular momentum, the elementary treatment of the addition of angular momenta, the structure of atoms and molecules, first order perturbation theory.
Prerequisite: PHYS 311.

PHYS 411 Quantum Mechanics I (3+2+0) 3 ECTS 6
(Kuantum Mekaniği I)
Basic postulates of quantum mechanics. Wave and matrix mechanics. The Schrödinger equation. Orbital angular momentum. Exactly solvable bound state problems. The independent perturbation theory and applications. Spin angular momentum. Addition of angular momenta, variational methods.
Prerequisites: PHYS 325 and PHYS 311.

PHYS 412 Quantum Mechanics II (3+2+0) 3 ECTS 6
(Kuantum Mekanigi II)
Time dependent perturbation theory and applications. Scattering theory. Born approximation, partial waves, phase shifts and cross sections. Spin dependent scattering amplitudes. Introduction to relativistic quantum mechanics.
Prerequisite: PHYS 411 or consent of the instructor.

PHYS 421 Statistical Mechanics (3+2+0) 3 ECTS 6
(İstatistik Mekanik)
Review of thermodynamics. Microcanonical, canonical, and grand canonical ensembles. Classical and quantum gases. Applications.

PHYS 422 Statistical Mechanics and Introduction to Many Body Theory
(İstatistik Mekanik ve Çok Cisim Kuramına Giriş) (3+2+0) 3 ECTS 6
Review and further study of the properties of quantum gases. Second quantization. Fluctuations and the fluctuation-dissipation theorem. Interacting Bose and Fermi systems. Superfluidity and superconductivity. Introduction to many body theory, Feynman and Goldstone diagrams. Selected applications in nuclear and solid-state physics.

PHYS 442 Experimental Physics I (2+0+4) 4 ECTS 7
(Deneysel Fizik I)
Experiments illustrative of basic experimental techniques in modern physics such as, photo electric effect, charge to mass ratio of the electron, scattering, Cavendish torsion balance, study of counting statistics, x-ray scattering, radioactivity, quantization of atomic energy levels. Furthermore, quick review of data analysis: statistics, probability distributions, least squares method, c2 test.
Prerequisite: PHYS 311 or PHYS 407.

PHYS 443 Experimental Physics II (2+0+4) 4 ECTS 8
(Deneysel Fizik II)
Continuation of PHYS 442 Experimental Physics I. Hall effect in semiconductors, gamma-ray attenuation, laser applications, Na-doublet wavelength separation, Fabry-Perot interferometer, coherence length, diffraction of matter waves, Stefan-Boltzman law and other modern physics experiments. A quick review of computers, programming, Internet, vacuum techniques, particle accelerators, passage of radiation through matter and radiation safety.
Prerequisite: PHYS 442 or consent of the instructor.

PHYS 445 Observational Astronomy (3+0+0) 3 ECTS 6
(Gözlemsel Astronomi)
Principles of applications of the telescope, prism spectrometer, grating spectrograph, Michelson-Morley, Fabry-Perot interferometers in astronomy and astrophysics.
Prerequisite: PHYS 345.

PHYS 446 Computational Astronomy (3+2+0) 3 ECTS 6
(Hesaplamalı Astronomi)
Computational methods used in astronomy. Study of celestial charts and atlases, as well as the analysis of astronomical data, use of computer programs on these subjects.
Prerequisite: PHYS 345.

PHYS 447 Computational Astrophysics (3+2+0) 3 ECTS 6
(Hesaplamalı Astrofizik)
Study of some general astrophysics package programs and observational individual source spectra.
Prerequisite: PHYS 346.

PHYS 448 History of Astronomy (3+2+0) 3 ECTS 6
(Astronomi Tarihi)
History of astronomy from ancient times to the present day, astronomy in ancient Babylonia and Egypt, ancient Greek astronomy, the heliocentric theory of Aristarchus, the geocentric theory of Ptolemy, astronomy in Islam, the heliocentric theory of Copernicus, the work of Tycho Brahe, Kepler, Galileo and Huygens, Newton's laws of motion and universal gravitation, measurement of the velocity of light by Römer, Laplace's celestial mechanics, the beginning of astrophysics in the theories and observations of modern physics, the discoveries and theories of modern astronomy.
Prerequisite: PHYS 202 or consent of the instructor.

PHYS 449 Cosmic X-Ray Astronomy (3+2+0) 3 ECTS 6
(Kozmik X Işını Astronomisi)
Galactic and extra-galactic X-ray sources. Instrumentation, X-ray emission mechanisms, and the spectra of X-ray sources.
Prerequisite: PHYS 346.

PHYS 452 Atomic and Molecular Physics (3+2+0) 3 ECTS 6
(Atom ve Molekül Fiziği)
Hydrogen atom and its spectrum. Many electron atoms. Hartree theory, Thomas-Fermi theory. Electron correlations. Interaction of atoms with static electric and magnetic fields and with electromagnetic radiation. Hyperfine structure. Exotic atoms. Rydberg atoms. Structure of molecules. Molecular spectroscopy.
Prerequisite: PHYS 411.

PHYS 455 Computational Physics (3+1+0) 3 ECTS 6
(Hesaplamalı Fizik)
A broad overview of numerical methods for solving all major problems in physics, including linear and nonlinear equations: Newton’s method, least-square problems and modelling, polynomial and spline interpolations, numerical differentiations, the Runge-Kutta method, numerical quadrature, probability distributions and random number generations, and the Monte Carlo method. Application of these methods to problems such as body problems, semiclassical quantization of molecular vibration, and the Ising model. Prerequisites: Consent of the instructor.

PHYS 456 Modern Optics (3+2+0) 3 ECTS 6
(Modern Optik)
Maxwell's equations. Plane and spherical waves. Polarization. Crystal optics, propagation of light in anisotropic media. Optical activity. Interference. Fraunhofer and Fresnel diffraction. Fourier optics.
Prerequisites: PHYS 311, PHYS 401 or PHYS 380.

PHYS 458 Quantum Electronics (3+2+0) 3 ECTS 6
(Kuantum Elektroniği)
Generation, manipulation, propagation, and application of coherent radiation. Fundamental processes in lasers and masers. The basic theory of interaction of electromagnetic radiation with resonant atomic transitions. Laser oscillations, Raman effect, and non-linear optics. Light modulation, introduction to quantum noise theory.
Prerequisite: Consent of the instructor.

PHYS 462 Solid State Physics (3+2+0) 3 ECTS 6
(Katı Hal Fiziği)
Crystal structure, electron gas, band theory, electronic conductivity, semiconductors, superconductivity, magnetic properties of matter.
Prerequisite: Consent of the instructor.

PHYS 466 Nuclear Physics (3+2+0) 3 ECTS 6
(Nükleer Fizik)
Nuclear structure: liquid drop model, simple shell model, rotational and vibrational nuclei. Natural and artificial radioactivity, alpha, beta and gamma radiation. Nuclear reactions and cross-sections. Optical model, compound nucleus reactions, direct reactions. Heavy ion reactions. Fission.
Prerequisite: PHYS 411 or PHYS 312.

PHYS 472 Elementary Particle Physics (3+2+0) 3 ECTS 6
(Temel Tanecikler Fiziği)
Classification of elementary particles. Particle scattering and decay. Conservation principles. Particle interactions and resonances. Parity and CP violation, quark model, unification of weak and electromagnetic interactions.
Prerequisite: PHYS 411.

PHYS 480-490, 493-499 Selected Topics in Physics I, II (3+0+0) 3 ECTS 6
(Fizikte Özel Konular)
Study of selected topics in physics not covered in other courses at undergraduate level.

PHYS 491, 492 Introduction to Research in Physics I, II (3+2+0) 3 ECTS 6
(Fizikte Araştırmaya Giriş I, II)
Literature search for a specified research topic, preferably involving the study of relevant articles in international research journals. Attempt to make an independent experimental or theoretical contribution to the topics.

SCI 101 Science I (3+1+0) 3 ECTS 6
(Fen I)
An introduction to scientific thought and methods as part of modern culture, for students of humanities and social sciences. Our universe and the physical laws that govern it: mechanics, thermodynamics, sound, special relativity, electricity and magnetism, optics, quantum physics, atoms, molecules, nuclei, the Standard Model of elementary particles, general relativity, astrophysics and cosmology. Hands on experience with simple experiments, data taking and analysis.

STS 200 Science and Technology as Contemporary Issues (3+0+0) 3 ECTS 6
(Bilim ve Teknolojinin Çağımızdaki Yeri)
A brief review of landmarks in the history of science and technology. Science versus art, scientific discovery versus technical innovation, discussion of the role of mathematics in the context of science and technology. The relevance of progress in science and technology to social and economic developments. Developments such as high temperature superconductivity, artificial intelligence, genetic engineering, nuclear fusion are also to be discussed. (Not offered to science and engineering students).

STS 205 The Climate (3+0+0) 3 ECTS 6
(İklim)
A survey course primarily for non-science students, with a heaviliy visual character. The climate system, physics of solar energy production and radiation, and the energy budget of the Earth. Effects of the atmosphere and the oceans on climate. Clouds and aerosols,. Radiative transfer, greenhouse effect, ozone layer. Climate sensitivity and change, climate models and predictions, climate on other planets.

STS 230 Theory of Musical Sound (3+0+0) 3 ECTS 6
(Müzikte Ses Kuramı)
The physics of oscillations and wave motion. Sound, its generation and propagation, harmonics, interference, beats and combinations. Characteristics of a musical tone; notation of duration; meter. Intervals and construction of scales. Chords and harmonic progression. Characteristics of musical instruments. Introduction to musical forms.
Prerequisites: (PHYS 102 or PHYS 121 or PHYS 130), and MATH 102.

STS 322 History of Classical Physics (3+0+0) 3 ECTS 6
(Klasik Fiziğin Tarihi)
Presentation of the development of important principles and interesting details of classical physics from the deepest past to the invention of radio in essentially chronological order.

STS 323 History of Modern Physics (3+0+0) 3 ECTS 6
(Modern Fiziğin Tarihi)
Presentation of the development of principles and interesting details of modern physics from the discovery o X-rays to present in essentially chronological order.

STS 401 History of Science: up to the 18th century (3+0+0) 3 ECTS 6
(Bilim Tarihi: 18. yüzyıla kadar)
The evolution of science in the ancient Near Eastern Civilizations; followed by a survey of Greek and Arab sciences. Scientific activity in the Renaissance, with particular attention to astronomy (Kepler, Tycho Brahe, Copernicus, Galileo). The development of mathematical analysis. The epoch-making work of Newton in Physics and Mathematics.

STS 410 History of Science: from the 18th century to the present (3+0+0) 3 ECTS 6
(Bilim Tarihi: 18. yüzyıldan günümüze)
A survey of the growth of sciences since the Enlightenment: 18th century developments in theoretical astronomy, applied mathematics and biology. The electromagnetic theory and thermodynamics (19th c.). Development of modern physics, mathematics and biology in the 20th century. Space technology, computers and the "revolution" in electronics.

STS 421 History of Mathematics (3+0+0) 3 ECTS 6
(Matematik Tarihi)
Mathematics as a deductive science in pre-classical and classical times. Developments in mathematics from 500 A.D. to 1500 A.D. in the Far East, India, Persia, Arabia and Europe. 16th century developments in algebra. The development of analytic geometry and calculus, culminating in the works of Newton and Leibnitz (17th c.). Applications of calculus in the 18th century (Euler, Lagrange, Laplace). The emergence of set theory, abstract algebra, complex analysis and mathematical logic (19th c.). 20th century developments, generalizations in mathematical structures, computers.

STS 440 Science in Turkish Civilizations (3+0+0) 3
(Türk Medeniyetlerinde Bilim)
A survey of the field with special emphasis on the development of science in Turkish-Islamic civilizations. Scientific activity in the Seljuk and Ottoman states. Science, scientific policies and institutions in modern Turkey.

STS 480-499 Special Topics in the History of Science and Technology (3+0+0) 3
(Bilim ve Teknoloji Tarihinde Özel Konular)
Study of selected topics in the history of sciences and technology not covered in other courses.