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Program of Molecular Biology and Genetics (English)

MBGE120

GENERAL PHYSICS II

Course Code
MBGE120
Semester
Second Term (Spring)
Theory+Practice
2 + 2
ECTS
4
Course TypeCompulsory Course
Course LevelBachelor's Degree
Year of Study1
SemesterSecond Term (Spring)
ECTS4
Name of Lecturer(s)
Learning Outcomes

At the end of this course, the students;

  1. Explain the basic physical concepts of electrostatics, electric fields, current, capacitance and circuits, magnetic fields, their applications, and inductance, and relate them to real-life situations.
  2. Relate examples from the field of biology to relevant physical concepts.
  3. Apply the mathematical principles used in solving electrical and magnetic problems.
  4. Develop and apply problem-solving strategies and evaluate whether the obtained results are meaningful.
  5. Explain the nature of science and demonstrate skills in analysis, synthesis, and questioning.
  6. Recognize that physics is a fundamental branch of science for understanding life.
Mode of DeliveryFace to face
PrerequisitesNo
Recommended Optional Programme ComponentsNo
Course DescriptionElectric charge, Electric field, Gauss's law and its applications, Electric potential, Capacitors and capacitance,Current and resistance, Circuits, Magnetic fields, Magnetic field sources, Magnetic fields due to currents, Induction and inductance.
Course Contents
WEEK TOPICS
1st Week Electric charge- electrostatics
2nd Week Electric fields
3rd Week Electric fields
4th Week Gauss'Law
5th Week Electric potential
6th Week Electric potential
7th Week Capacitors and capacitance
8th Week Current and resistance
9th Week Direct current circuits
10th Week Magnetic fields
11th Week Magnetic field sources
12th Week Magnetic field sources
13th Week Induction
14th Week Induction
Recommended or Required ReadingFundamentals of Physics by D. Halliday and R. Resnick
Physics by R.A. Serway
University Physics by H.D. Young and R.A. Freedman
Biyoloji ve Tıpta Fizik (Physics in Biology and Medicine) Paul Davidovits (2012)
Planned Learning Activities and Teaching Methods
  • Lecture
  • Discussion
  • Questions/Answers
  • Problem Solving
Assessment Methods and Criteria
Quantity Percentage (%)
Mid-term 1 40
Quiz 5 15
Attendance 1 5
Total(%) 60
Contribution of In-term Studies to Overall Grade(%) 60
Contribution of Final Examination to Overall Grade(%) 40
Total(%) 100
ECTS Allocated Based on Student Workload
Activities Quantity Duration (Hour) Total Workload (Hour)
Midterm exam 1 2 2
Preparation for Quiz 5 3 15
Individual or group work
Preparation for Final exam 1 25 25
Course hours 14 4 56
Preparation for Midterm exam 1 20 20
Laboratory (including preparation)
Final exam 1 2 2
Homework
Quiz 5 0.5 2.5
Total Work Load122.5
Total Work Load / 30 (h)4.08
ECTS Credit of the Course4
Language of InstructionEnglish
Work Placement(s)No

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