The aim of the course is to understand the methods of scientific discoveries, learn about the universe, stars, galaxies and other celestial objects, understand the structure of the universe and our place in the universe.
Prerequisite(s)
N/A
Corequisite(s)
N/A
Special Requisite(s)
none
Instructor(s)
Professor Dursun Koçer
Course Assistant(s)
Schedule
Tuesdays 13:00-15:00, ZD3
Office Hour(s)
Tuesday, 15:00-16:00, 3A-3
Teaching Methods and Techniques
-Multimedia demonstration, simulations
Principle Sources
· AstroBilgi, Editör Serdar Evren, İKÜ Yayınları, 2020
· Evreni Anlama Serüveni, Editör Tolga Güver, Nobel Yayınları, 2017
Other Sources
-Astronomy Today”, 8th Edition, E. Chaisson, S. McMillan, 2014, Pearson
Course Schedules
Week
Contents
Learning Methods
1. Week
Light Pollution and Its Consequences
Lecture demonstration and simulation
2. Week
A cosmic voyage into the Universe-1
Lecture demonstration and simulation
3. Week
A cosmic voyage into the Universe-2
Lecture demonstration and simulation
4. Week
The Birth of Modern Science
Lecture demonstration and simulation
5. Week
Solar System and Beyond -1
Lecture demonstration and simulation
6. Week
Solar System and Beyond -2
Lecture demonstration and simulation
7. Week
Our Star: The Sun
Lecture demonstration and simulation
8. Week
Midterm Exam
9. Week
Introduction to Stars
Lecture demonstration and simulation
10. Week
The Evolution of Stars -1: Dwarfs
Lecture demonstration and simulation
11. Week
The Evolution of Stars-2: Giants
Lecture demonstration and simulation
12. Week
Our Galaxy: The Milky Way
Lecture demonstration and simulation
13. Week
Space Exploration -1
Lecture demonstration and simulation
14. Week
Space Exploration -2
Lecture demonstration and simulation
15. Week
Interdisciplinary Astronomy
Lecture demonstration and simulation
16. Week
Final
17. Week
Assessments
Evaluation tools
Quantity
Weight(%)
Midterm(s)
1
40
Final Exam
1
60
Program Outcomes
PO-1
Interpreting advanced theoretical and applied knowledge in Mathematics and Computer Science.
PO-2
Critiquing and evaluating data by implementing the acquired knowledge and skills in Mathematics and Computer Science.
PO-3
Recognizing, describing, and analyzing problems in Mathematics and Computer Science; producing solution proposals based on research and evidence.
PO-4
Understanding the operating logic of computer and recognizing computational-based thinking using mathematics as a discipline.
PO-5
Collaborating as a team-member, as well as individually, to produce solutions to problems in Mathematics and Computer Science.
PO-6
Communicating in a foreign language, and interpreting oral and written communicational abilities in Turkish.
PO-7
Using time effectively in inventing solutions by implementing analytical thinking.
PO-8
Understanding professional ethics and responsibilities.
PO-9
Having the ability to behave independently, to take initiative, and to be creative.
PO-10
Understanding the importance of lifelong learning and developing professional skills continuously.
PO-11
Using professional knowledge for the benefit of the society.
Learning Outcomes
LO-1
Understanding our place in the universe
LO-2
comparing the structure of our universe from micro to macro
LO-3
Exemplifying key discoveries are made with a scientific policy
