Numerical Methods In Particle Physics
Physics
Institute of Natural and Applied Sciences
Second Cycle (Master's Degree)
| Course Unit Title | Course Unit Code | Type of Course Unit | Level of Course Unit | Year of Study | Semester | ECTS Credits |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Numerical Methods In Particle Physics | FIZ518 | Elective | Master's degree | 1 | Spring | 8 |
Name of Lecturer(s)
Prof. Dr. Melahat BAYAR
Prof. Dr. Hayriye SUNDU PAMUK
Associate Prof. Dr. Jale YILMAZKAYA SÜNGÜ
Learning Outcomes of the Course Unit
1) Learns the fundamental concepts of high energy physics.
2) Learns the basic properties of Mathematica program.
3) Learns the analytical and numerical solution of particle physics in Mathematica program
4) Learns to draw Feynman diagrams in Jaxodraw program.
Program Competencies-Learning Outcomes Relation
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| 1 | No relation | No relation | No relation | No relation | No relation | Low | High | No relation | No relation | |
| 2 | No relation | No relation | No relation | No relation | No relation | No relation | No relation | No relation | No relation | |
| 3 | No relation | No relation | No relation | No relation | No relation | No relation | No relation | No relation | No relation | |
| 4 | No relation | No relation | No relation | No relation | No relation | No relation | No relation | No relation | No relation | |
Mode of Delivery
Face to Face
Prerequisites and Co-Requisites
None
Recommended Optional Programme Components
Particle Physics
Course Contents
This course provides candidates with in-depth knowledge on numerical methods usend in patrcile physics focusing on cross section, calculation of the decay constant and branching ratio by using package programmes.
Weekly Schedule
1) "Mathematica" program presentation2) "Mathematica" program presentation
3) "Mathematica" program presentation
4) Basic concepts of particle physics
5) Basic concepts of particle physics
6) Cross section
7) Cross section
8) Midterm examination/Assessment
9) Calculation of the decay constant and branching ratio
10) Calculation of the decay constant and branching ratio
11) Drawing Feynman diagrams using Jaxodraw program
12) Drawing Feynman diagrams using Jaxodraw program
13) Drawing the special functions and finding fit functions using package program
14) Drawing the special functions and finding fit functions using package program
15) Creating the tex file using WinEdt program
16) Final examination
Recommended or Required Reading
Planned Learning Activities and Teaching Methods
1) Lecture
2) Discussion
3) Demonstration
4) Group Study
5) Problem Solving
Assessment Methods and Criteria
Contribution of Midterm Examination to Course Grade |
50% |
|---|---|
Contribution of Final Examination to Course Grade |
50% |
Total |
100% |
Language of Instruction
Turkish
Work Placement(s)
Not Required