To provide some basic knowledge on molecular physics, particularly on the vibrational and rotational energies of diatomic and polyatomic molecules, IR, Raman and Microwave spectroscopic techniques and to gain the ability to interpret the spectra.
Prerequisite(s)
Having BSc degree in Physics
Corequisite(s)
No
Special Requisite(s)
Attendance
Instructor(s)
Professor Sevim Akyüz
Course Assistant(s)
Schedule
Wednesday, 10.00-12.45, AK 4C04-06 lecture room.
Office Hour(s)
Monday 12.00-13.00, AK 4A-16,
Teaching Methods and Techniques
-Presentation, discussion, question and answer method.
Principle Sources
-Lecture notes of Prof. Dr. Sevim Akyuz
G. Herzberg, Diatomic Molecules
-G. Herzberg, IR and Raman Spectra
Other Sources
-G.W. King, Spectroscopy and Molecular Structure, Holt, Rinehard and Winston INC, NY
Course Schedules
Week
Contents
Learning Methods
1. Week
Molecular symmetry and point groups,
Presentation, discussion, question and answer method.
2. Week
Born-Oppenheimer approximation and molecular energy levels
Presentation, discussion, question and answer method.
3. Week
Rigid and non-rigid rotors
Presentation, discussion, question and answer method.
4. Week
Microwave spectroscopy
Presentation, discussion, question and answer method.
5. Week
Harmonic and anharmonic oscillators
Presentation, discussion, question and answer method.
6. Week
Vibronic spectra of diatomic molecules, Molecular vibration-rotation interactions
Presentation, discussion, question and answer method.
7. Week
Molecular vibrations of polyatomic molecules,
Presentation, discussion, question and answer method.
8. Week
IR and Raman spectroscopy, Selection rules,
Presentation, discussion, question and answer method.
9. Week
Computational methods of vibrational frequencies and modes,
Presentation, discussion, question and answer method.
10. Week
Cartesian, internal and symmetry coordinates, normal coordinates
Presentation, discussion, question and answer method.
11. Week
General Valance Force Field,
Presentation, discussion, question and answer method.
12. Week
Calculation of Molecular Vibrations by using Ab-initio Hartree Fock Teory
Presentation, discussion, question and answer method.
13. Week
Density Functional Theory (DFT) calculations.
Presentation, discussion, question and answer method.
14. Week
15. Week
16. Week
17. Week
Assessments
Evaluation tools
Quantity
Weight(%)
Midterm(s)
1
35
Quizzes
2
5
Homework / Term Projects / Presentations
3
5
Project(s)
1
5
Attendance
1
5
Final Exam
1
45
Program Outcomes
PO-1
To acquire the ability of deeply understanding physical concepts, by extending knowledge and experience in physics.
PO-2
To be able to understand, interpret, and synthesise interdisciplinary relations.
PO-3
To be able to transfer field-specific information to other work groups in written, oral, and visual ways.
PO-4
To be able to identify and evaluate problems relevant to the mastering field, by using various databases and bibliographic resources.
PO-5
To be able to use the theoretical and applied information which is learned within the mastering field, with the help of information technologies.
PO-6
To understand the fundamentals of physics in an advanced way and to acquire the ability of problem solving.
PO-7
To adopt acting in accordance with scientific ethics.
PO-8
To acquire the ability of reading and writing in at least one foreign language.
PO-9
To be able to follow recent developments in the mastering field of physics, by making extensive scans of the literature.
PO-10
To be able to develop individual decision and creativity skills.
Learning Outcomes
LO-1
Learn the basic concepts of molecular properties, molecular motions and molecular energy levels
LO-2
Learn the basic principles of rotational energy transitions of molecules and microwave spectroscopy
LO-3
Learn the basic principles of Infrared and Raman spectroscopies,
LO-4
Learn the notion of normal mode and assignment process,
LO-5
Gain basic knowledge on interpreting the vibrational rotational spectra.
