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Bachelor TR-NQF-HE: Level 6 QF-EHEA: First Cycle EQF-LLL: Level 6

Course General Introduction Information

Course Code: MEK462
Course Name: Electronic Properties of Materials
Course Semester: Fall
Course Credits:
ECTS
6
Language of instruction:
Course Requirement:
Does the Course Require Work Experience?: No
Type of course: Departmental Elective
Course Level:
Bachelor TR-NQF-HE:6. Master`s Degree QF-EHEA:First Cycle EQF-LLL:6. Master`s Degree
Mode of Delivery: Face to face
Course Coordinator : Dr.Öğr.Üyesi EBRU GÜNİSTER
Course Lecturer(s): Dr. Öğr. Üyesi Furkan DÜNDAR
Course Assistants:

Course Purpose and Content

Course Objectives: To provide fundamental knowledge about the electronic properties of materials and to teach students the basic principles of how these properties affect the behavior and application of materials in electronic devices.
Course Content: This course will provide students with a comprehensive understanding of the electronic properties of materials and their applications in various electronic devices.

Learning Outcomes

The students who have succeeded in this course;
1) Comprehend the basic principles of electronic properties of materials and how these properties affect material behavior.
2) Understand the electrical conductivity, resistivity, dielectric, and magnetic properties of materials and the methods used to measure these properties.
3) Learn the operating principles of semiconductor devices (diodes, transistors, integrated circuits) and their applications in electronic systems.
4) Gain knowledge about current trends, sustainability, and nanotechnology in the field of electronic materials and devices.

Course Flow Plan

Week Subject Related Preparation
1) Introduction to the Electronic Properties of Materials Lecture Notes 1
2) Quantum Mechanics Fundamentals for Material Science Lecture Notes 2
3) Electronic Band Structure of Solids Lecture Notes 3
4) Conductors, Insulators, and Semiconductors Lecture Notes 4
5) Charge Carriers in Semiconductors: Electrons and Holes Lecture Notes 5
6) Electrical Conductivity and Resistivity of Materials Lecture Notes 6
7) Dielectric Properties and Polarization Lecture Notes 7
8) Magnetic Properties of Materials Lecture Notes 8
9) Optical Properties of Materials Lecture Notes 9
10) Superconductivity: Theory and Applications Lecture Notes 10
11) Semiconductor Devices: Diodes, Transistors, and Integrated Circuits Lecture Notes 11
12) Materials for Photovoltaics and Solar Cells Lecture Notes 12
13) Nanomaterials and Their Electronic Properties Lecture Notes 13
14) Current Trends and Developments in Electronic Materials Lecture Notes 14

Sources

Course Notes / Textbooks: Malzeme Bilimi ve Mühendisliği - William D. Callister, Jr. (Çeviri: R. Cengiz)
Materials Sience and Engineering, William D. Callister, Jr., WILEY; Gürbüz)
Introduction to the Electronic Properties of Materials - David C. Jiles
References: Principles of Electronic Materials and Devices - Safa O. Kasap
Electronic Properties of Materials - Rolf E. Hummel
Yarıiletken Malzemeler ve Cihazlar - Dr. Ömer Yavuz
Elektronik Malzemeler ve Cihazlar - Simon M. Sze (Çeviri: Mustafa Yekeler)

Course - Learning Outcome Relationship

No Effect 1 Lowest 2 Medium 3 Highest
       
Program Outcomes Level of Contribution
1) Ability to utilize advanced theoretical and applied knowledge in the field.
2) Using the advanced knowledge and skills acquired in the field, being able to interpret and evaluate data, identify problems, analyze them, and develop solution proposals based on research and evidence.
3) Being able to organize and implement projects and activities for the social environment in which one lives with a sense of social responsibility.
4) Being able to follow information in one foreign language at least at the European Language Portfolio B1 General Level and communicate with colleagues in the field.
5) Ability to use information and communication technologies together with at least European Computer Driving License Advanced Level computer software, as required by the field.
6) Being able to evaluate advanced knowledge and skills in the field critically.
7) Identifying learning needs and being able to direct learning.
8) Developing a positive attitude towards lifelong learning.
9) Acting in accordance with social, scientific, cultural, and ethical values ​​in the stages of collecting, interpreting, applying, and announcing the results related to the field.
10) Having sufficient awareness about the universality of social rights, social justice, quality culture, preservation of cultural values, as well as environmental protection, occupational health, and safety.
11) Being able to conduct an advanced study independently in the field.
12) To take responsibility individually and as a team member to solve complex problems encountered in the field of application, which are unforeseen.
13) Being able to plan and manage activities for the development of those under their responsibility within the framework of a project.
14) Possess advanced level theoretical and practical knowledge supported by textbooks with updated information, practice equipments and other resources.
15) Being able to inform relevant individuals and institutions about the field; expressing their thoughts and solution proposals for problems both in written and verbal form.
16) Being able to share your thoughts and solutions regarding subjects related to the field with both experts and non-experts, supported by quantitative and qualitative data.

Learning Activity and Teaching Methods

Course
Labs
Okuma

Measurement and Evaluation Methods and Criteria

Yazılı Sınav (Açık uçlu sorular, çoktan seçmeli, doğru yanlış, eşleştirme, boşluk doldurma, sıralama)
Sunum

Assessment & Grading

Semester Requirements Number of Activities Level of Contribution
Quizzes 2 % 10
Presentation 1 % 20
Midterms 1 % 30
Final 1 % 40
total % 100
PERCENTAGE OF SEMESTER WORK % 60
PERCENTAGE OF FINAL WORK % 40
total % 100

İş Yükü ve AKTS Kredisi Hesaplaması

Activities Number of Activities Aktiviteye Hazırlık Aktivitede Harçanan Süre Aktivite Gereksinimi İçin Süre Workload
Course Hours 15 3 45
Study Hours Out of Class 15 8 120
Presentations / Seminar 1 1 1
Quizzes 2 1 2
Midterms 1 1 1
Final 1 2 2
Total Workload 171