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Course Unit Title Course Unit Code Type of Course Unit Level of Course Unit Year of Study Semester ECTS Credits
Fiber Optical Sensors and Aviation Applications HVA515 Elective Master's degree 1 Spring 8

Name of Lecturer(s)

Prof. Dr. Faruk ARAS
Associate Prof. Dr. Erhan AKMAN
Assistant Prof. Dr. Nasır ÇORUH

Learning Outcomes of the Course Unit

1) Knows the basic laws of optics
2) Explains the structure of fiber, communication system and its use as a sensor
3) Knows fiber optic systems and aerospace applications

Program Competencies-Learning Outcomes Relation

  Program Competencies
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9
Learning Outcomes
1 No relation Middle Middle Low No relation No relation No relation No relation No relation
2 No relation Middle Middle Low No relation No relation No relation No relation No relation
3 No relation Middle Middle Low 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

Not Required

Course Contents

Introduction to optical fiber communication systems, the mode theory in optical waveguides, modes propagating in the optical fiber, Attenuation and distorsions in the optical fiber, Photodetectors, operating principles of the optical receiver

Recommended or Required Reading

Planned Learning Activities and Teaching Methods



Assessment Methods and Criteria

Contribution of Semester Studies to Course Grade

20%

 

Number

Percentage

Semester Studies

Midterm Examination

1

40%

Quiz

1

30%

Presentation/Seminar

1

30%

 

Contribution of Final Examination to Course Grade

80%

Total

100%

Language of Instruction

Turkish

Work Placement(s)

Not Required