Module Handbook Form - csh.psau.edu.sa · Study / exam Regular class MCQs and Quiz, Seminar, Final Exam achievements: ... Coulomb’s law – Gauss’s law and Applications - Potential

المملكة العربية السعودية

وزارة التعليم

بن عبد الـعــزيز جـامـعــة األمير سطام

كلية العلوم والدراسات اإلنسانية

قسم الفيزياء

Kingdom of Saudi Arabia

Ministry of Education

Prince Sattam Bin AbdulAziz University

College of Science & Humanitarian studies

Physics department

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Module Handbook Form

Optics 1 Module name:

3rd

Level Module level, if applicable:

PHYS 2110 Abbreviation, if applicable:

……………………………………………….. Sub-heading, if applicable:

Section: 2197 Classes, if applicable:

1st Semester, 2016-2017 G Semester:

Mohamed EL-Morsy Module coordinator:

Mohamed EL-Morsy Lecturer:

English Language:

Compulsory Course Classification within

the curriculum:

Lectures: 3 hours / per week during the semester

Exercises: 2 hours / per week during the semester

hours per week during the

semester:

42hours face to face teaching; 28 hours exercise, 42

hours self-study, 14 hours Homework, 14 hours

office/Tutorial and 14 Seminar = = 154 hours

Workload:

3 Credit in Saudi system, Equivalent to 6 ECT Credit points:

The student must attend 75% from the total lecture

time

The student must bring proof of their identity to the

Examination

Requirements under the

examination regulations

Recommended:

PHYS 1010, General Physics Prerequisites: e.g. prior

knowledge

To introduce student to concepts of light and its

properties.

To establish the necessary background for more

concepts of refractin and reflection laws and

velocity of light.

Understanding the different laws which concerned of

light.

Using mathematical techniques to get the equation of

the Refraction through spherical surface and the

Refraction through thin lenses.

How determine the focal length of different lens and

mirror and the referactive index of liquids and glass

Applying their knowledge to solve some problem

which concerned of light

Targeted learning

outcomes:

Introduction ( Theory of light, Quantum theory - De

Broglie principle )

Fermat's principle + reflaction laws + refraction law (

snell law)

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Sign convention - Refraction at a concave surface -

Refraction at a convex surface

Principle focii-Law of refraction through lenses

Least possible distance between an object and its real

image formed by a convex lens

Deviation produced by a thin lens - Equivalent focal

length of two thin lenses

Lens aberration ( Coma, Astigmatism , Curvature of

the field and distorsion)

Photographic camera - Zoom lens - Simple

microscope - Compound microscope

Spectrometer-Determination of the refractive index

of the material of a prism using spectrometer

Abbe refractrometer - Pulfrich refractometer

Dispersion by a prism - Refraction through a prism

Velocity of light-Fizeau`s method-Michelson`s

method-Application of velocity of light measurement

Standard Candle-Inverse square law-Lummer`s-

Brodhum Photometer Photo-Voltaic Photometer-

Joly`s.

Presentation, Quiz , Mid-term exams, written report and

Final Exam Study / exam achievements:

Power point, in-class Tutorial and discussions, black and

white board Forms of media:

Required Text(s):

R. A. Serway and J. W. Jewett, “Physics For

Scientists and Engineers”, 9th

Ed., ISBN-13: 978-

1133947271, (2014).

N. Subrahmanyam, Text book of optics, Motilal UK

Books of India, ISBN-13: 978-8121926119, (2006).

M. Born and E. Wolf, Principal of Optics,

Pergamon Press,. Inc., New York, (2001).

Literature










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Lab of Electric and Geometric Optics lab Module name:

3rd






Mohamed Assiri Module coordinator:

Mohamed Assiri Lecturer:

English Language:


the curriculum:

Lectures for 2 continuous hours and experimental measurements

for 2 continuous hours per week during the semester.


semester:

28 hours face to face teaching, 28 hours Lab, 28 hours self-study,

14 hours office/Tutorial and 14 Seminar = 112 hours Workload:

2 Credit in Saudi system, Equivalent to 4 ECT. Credit points:

The student must attend 75% from the total lecture time


Examination



Recommended:


knowledge

Ability to understand in depth basic of the electricity and

dealing with electric devices.

Understanding the principles of optics and magnetism.

Develop Knowledge of experimental verification of physics

laws.

Analyze the experimental data.

Explain the behavior of charging and discharging graphs.

Targeted learning

outcomes:

Lenses. Determination the refractive index using spectrometer Refraction at plan surface Determination the refractive index of a prism. Charge and Discharge of capacitor. Wheatstone bridge Tangential Galvanometer Verification of Ohm’s law Revision Final exam

Content:

Regular class MCQs and Quiz, Seminar, Final Exam Study / exam

achievements:

http://faculty.ksu.edu.sa/Download/ie_offline/perg.phys.ksu.edu/vqm/laserweb/Ch-4/F4s0p1.htm










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Power point, black and white board Forms of media:

Required Text(s):

Lab notes – prepared by department staff member and

distributed over student.

Physics: Electricity, Magnetism, Optics and Applied Nuclear

Physics : A Tutorial and Lab Experiments, George P. Carney

,Kendall Hunt Pub Co; Spl/Rep edition (March 1995)

http://www.animations.physics.unsw.edu.au/

http://www.edumedia-sciences.com/en/a184-oersted-s-

experiment

http://physics-animations.com/Physics/English/top10.htm

http://educypedia.karadimov.info/education/physicsjavalabothe

rmal.htm

Literature

http://www.amazon.com/s/ref=ntt_athr_dp_sr_1?_encoding=UTF8&field-author=George%20P.%20Carney&ie=UTF8&search-alias=books&sort=relevancerank

http://www.animations.physics.unsw.edu.au/

http://www.edumedia-sciences.com/en/a184-oersted-s-experiment

http://www.edumedia-sciences.com/en/a184-oersted-s-experiment

http://physics-animations.com/Physics/English/top10.htm

http://educypedia.karadimov.info/education/physicsjavalabothermal.htm

http://educypedia.karadimov.info/education/physicsjavalabothermal.htm










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Electromagnetism 1 Module name:

3rd






Abdellah KAIBA Module coordinator:

Abdellah KAIBA Lecturer:

English Language:


the curriculum:

Lecture: 3 hours

Exercise: 2 hours

Hours per week during the

semester:

42 hours face to face teaching; 28 hours exercise, 42


office/Tutorial and 14 Seminar = 154 hours

Workload:



time


Examination


examination regulations:

PHYS 1010, General Physics Recommended

The student should understand and know the

scientific background of electric charges, electric

forces and electric field.

The student should know the application of charging

and discharging circuits.

The student should differentiate between the

connection in series and in parallel of capacitors and

resistors.

The student should understand the relationships

between magnetic induction and magnetic force.

The student should know the form of Ampere and

Faraday’s Law.

Targeted learning

outcomes:










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The student should develop the ability to solve

problems and think critically by applying their

acquired knowledge of electromagnetism various

problems

Electrostatics - Electric Charge - Coulomb’s law –

Gauss’s law and Applications - Potential energy and

potential difference – Motion of charged particle in

electric field - Capacitors in series - Capacitors in

parallel - Energy of a charged capacitor - Dielectric

materials and dielectric constant– Electric current and

Resistance – Kirchhoff’s circuits – Circuits of Charging

and Discharging - Magnetism and electromagnetism -

Magnetic field of electric current – Biot-Savart law –

Ampere’s law – Orbital levels of charged particle in

magnetic field - Magnetic properties - Faraday's Law.

Content:

Mid-term exams, quiz, homework, presentation, reports

and Final exam. Study / exam achievements:

Power point, in-class Tutorial and discussions, white

board Forms of media:



Ed., ISBN-13: 978-

1133947271, (2014).

D. Halliday, R. Resnick, and J. Walker,

Fundamental of physics extended, J. Wiley & Sons,

10th

Ed., ISBN-13: 978-1118230619, (2013).

T. R. Kuphaldt, Lessons in Electric Circuits, Volume

I . DC, 5th

Ed., )2006(.

H. van Elst, Electromagnetism, Astronomy Unit

School of Mathematical Sciences, Queen Mary,

University of London, Mile End Road London E1

4NS, United Kingdom, (2004).

Literature










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Modern Physics Module name:

4th






Oussama Ouerghi Module coordinator:

Oussama Ouerghi Lecturer:

English Language:


the curriculum:




semester:

42hours face to face teaching; 28 hours exercise, 42 hours

self-study, 14 hours Homework, 14 hours office/Tutorial and

14 Seminar = 154 hours

Workload:




Examination



Recommended:


knowledge

Understanding the physical concepts of the Modern

physics and its importance in our life.

Study the principles of relativity.

Know students how to handle the quantum mechanically

Acquire the student’s skills to treating and handling

Physical problems concerning actual application in Solid

State Physics, Electronics, Atomic Physics and all

aspects of Modern technology.

Targeted learning

outcomes:

Special Relativity: Introduction – The Galilean

transformation – Lorentz transformation- The (Lorentz-

FitzGerald) contraction – Time dilation – Meson decay –

Simultaneity. Relativistic mechanics: Velocity addition –

The relativity mass – Mass and energy – Some relativistic

formulas. The Concept of Waves and Particles:

Quantization of charge and mass Quantization of radiation –

Blackbody radiation – The Photoelectric effect – The

continuous x-ray spectrum – The Compton effect – The de-

Broglie hypothesis – The uncertainty principle. Atomic

Content:










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Structure: Atomic model – Electron orbits – Bohr model of

atom.





Required Text(s):

David Halliday, Robert Resnick, Jearl Walker,

Fundamentals of Physics Extended, ISBN: 978-1-118-

23072-5 ,10th

Ed. (2014).

R. A. Serway and J. W. Jewett, “Physics For Scientists

and Engineers”, 9th

Ed., ISBN-13: 978-1133947271,

(2014).

A. Beiser, “Concepts of Modern Physics”, McGraw-

Hill, 6th

Ed., ISBN-13:978-0072448481, (2002).

P. A. Tipler and R. L .lewellyn, Modern Physics,

ISBN-10: 0716743450, W. H. Freeman; 4th

Ed., (2002).

P. Arya, “Elementary Modern Physics (Addison-

Wesley series in physics), ISBN-13: 978-0201003048

(1974).

Literature

http://eu.wiley.com/WileyCDA/Section/id-302479.html?query=David+Halliday

http://eu.wiley.com/WileyCDA/Section/id-302479.html?query=Robert+Resnick

http://eu.wiley.com/WileyCDA/Section/id-302479.html?query=Jearl+Walker

http://www.palgrave.com/products/Search.aspx?auID=39884

http://www.palgrave.com/products/Search.aspx?auID=39898










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Optics 2 Module name:

4th Level Module level, if applicable:







English Language:


the curriculum:


Exercises: 2 hours / per week during the semester hours per week during the

semester:



14 Seminar = 154 hours Workload:




Examination



Recommended:

PHYS 2110, Optics 1 Prerequisites: e.g. prior

knowledge


properties


concepts of interference and Defraction and

polarization of light

Understanding the different laws which concerned

of light

Using mathematical techniques to get the equation

of the superposition of waves

How setup different type of interferometry

techniques

Applying their knowledge to solve some problem

which concerned of light phenomena

Targeted learning

outcomes:

Simple harmonic motion (The phase of a particle moving with Simple harmonic motion - Equation of Simple harmonic motion - The relation between phase difference and path difference - The amplitude and intensity - The energy of a particle vibrating in Simple harmonic motion - Electromagnetic waves - Analytical superposition of two wave in the same direction -

Content:










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Graphical superposition of two wave.)

Interference (Huygens principle - interference of light - Young’s experiment - Interference by division of wavefront - Fresnel biprism - Leoyd’s single mirror - Billet’s split lens - Interference due to thin films - Newton’s rings - Michelson interferometer - Jamin’s interferometer - Mach-Zehnder refractometer - Fabry-perot interferometer - Examples.) Diffraction of light (Fresnel`s and Fraunhofer diffraction - Fraunhofer diffraction at a circular aperture - Resolving power of an optical system - criterion for resolution according to lord Reyligh - Resolving power of a prism - Fraunhofer diffraction at N slit - Diffraction grating - Dispersive power of plane diffraction grating - Resolving power for a grating - wavelength measurement using diffraction grating - Fresnel’s diffraction )

Polarization of light (Polarization of transverse waves, Selective absorption and polarization - Electromagnetic Radiation - Brewster’s Law - Polarization by refraction, Malus Law, polarization by double refraction - Huygen’s Explanation of double refraction - Wave propagation on a single axis crystal - polarizing prism with double image - Circular and Helical polarization - Half wave plate - Rotation of the plane of polarization.)

Fourier Optics

Presentation, Quiz , Mid-term exams, written report and Final

Exam Study / exam achievements:



Required Text(s)



Ed., ISBN-13: 978-

1133947271, (2014).



M. Born and E. Wolf, Principal of Optics,

Pergamon Press,. Inc., New York, (2001).

Literature










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Thermodynamics Module name:

4th

Level Module level, if

applicable:

PHYS 2410 Abbreviation, if

applicable:

------------------------------------------------------------------- Sub-heading, if

applicable:



Essam Mohammed Abdel-Fattah Module coordinator:

Essam Mohammed Abdel-Fattah Lecturer:

English Language. Language:


the curriculum:

Lectures: 3 discontinuous hours per week during the

semester.

Exercises: 2 continuous hours per week during the

semester.

Hours per week during

the semester:

42 hours face to face teaching, 28 hours exercise, 42 hours self-

study, 14 hours Homework, 14 hours office/Tutorial and 14

Seminar = 154 hours. Workload:


The student must attend 75% from the total lecture time.


Examination.



Recommended:

PHYS 1010, General Physics and MATH 1060 Prerequisites: e.g. prior

knowledge

Understanding the physical concepts of the

thermodynamics and its importance in our life.

Studying heat and the first law of thermodynamics and

its applications.

Understanding the kinetic theory of gases.

Studying the second law of thermodynamics and its

practical applications.

Studying the third law of thermodynamics and its

applications.

Targeted learning

outcomes:

Definitions and fundamental ideas of thermodynamics

(The states of matter - Effect of heat energy on the

state of matter - The gaseous state).

Zero law of thermodynamics (Thermometers and

temperature scales - Thermal contact and thermal

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equilibrium - Zero law of thermodynamics).

Changing the state of a system with heat and work

(The ideal gas - Equation of state for an ideal gas - The

thermodynamic variables).

The first law of thermodynamics (Heat and Internal

Energy - Work and Heat in Thermodynamic Processes

- The First Law of Thermodynamics).

Applications on the first law of thermodynamics (The

adiabatic process and the adiabatic free expansion -

The isobaric process and the isovolumetric process -

The isothermal process).

Applications on the first law of thermodynamics (The

first law in terms of enthalpy - adiabatic, steady,

throttling of a gas, throttling process).

The specific heats (The relation between temperature

change and heat in solids and liquids - the relation

between temperature change and heat in the gases).

The first law applied to heat cycles (Carnot cycle -

efficiency of an ideal Carnot cycle - efficiency of Otto

cycle).

The second law of thermodynamics (Reversible

processes - Irreversible processes - Combined first and

second law expressions).

The second law of thermodynamics (Entropy change

in some basic processes).

Applications on the second law of thermodynamics

(Thermodynamic processes in T – S coordinates -

Carnot cycle in T – S coordinates).

Applications on the second law of thermodynamics

(Irreversibility - Entropy changes and lost work -

Comments on entropy).

Third law of thermodynamics (Introduction to the

third law of thermodynamics - The third law of

thermodynamics - Some applications on the third law

of thermodynamics).

Thermodynamics functions (The different

thermodynamics functions).


Exam. Study / exam

achievements:

Power point, in-class Tutorial and discussions, black and white

board. Forms of media:

Required Text(s)

R. A. Serway and R. J. Beichner, Physics for Scientists and

Engineers with Modern Physics, 9th Ed., John W. Jewett,

Literature










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ISBN-13: 978-1-133-95405-7| ISBN-10: 1-133-95405-7,

(2014).

D. Halliday and R. Resniski, Fundamental of Physics, 10th

edition, Wiley Inc. NY , ISBN-13: 978-1118230619

(2013).










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Lab of Optics Module name:

4th








English Language:


the curriculum:

Lab: 2 hours / per week during the semester



semester:

28 hours face to face teaching, 28 hours Lab, 28 hours

self-study, 14 hours office/Tutorial and 14 Seminar = 112

hours

Workload:



time


Examination



Recommended:

PHYS 2250, Optics 2 Prerequisites: e.g. prior

knowledge


properties.


concepts of interference and Defraction and

polarization of ligh.

Understanding the different laws which concerned of

light.

Practical understanding of the nature of scientific

knowledge and of techniques of optics.

Familiarity with laboratory equipment and methods

used in optics.

Targeted learning

outcomes:

General review and explain the main optics

equipments.

Determine the speed of light on air

Determine the speed of light on liquid

Abb refractometer

Determination of the specific rotation power of the

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glucose

Determine the wavelengths for a given radius of

curvature of the lens using Newton's Ring interference

Determination of the He-Ne laser wavelength using the

Michelson interferometer

Measurement of the wavelength of microwaves through

the production of standing waves with reflection at the

Reflector

Measurement of the wavelength of microwaves using

the interference through double slits

Determination of the laser wavelength using the laser

diffraction

Investigate the interference phenomena using Mach-

zender interferometer

Investigate the polarization phenomena





Required Text(s)

R. A. Serway and J. W. Jewett, “Physics For Scientists

and Engineers”, 9th

Ed., ISBN-13: 978-1133947271,

(2014).



M. Born and E. Wolf, Principal of Optics, Pergamon

Press,. Inc., New York, (2001).

Literature










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Mathematical Physics 1 Module name:

5th






Sherif M. Ismael Module coordinator:

Sherif M. Ismael Lecturer:

English Language:


the curriculum:




semester:


self-study, 14 hours Homework, 14 hours office/Tutorial

and 14 Seminar = 154 hours

Workload:



time


Examination



Recommended:

MATH 3320 Prerequisites: e.g. prior

knowledge

Study the principles of Complex variables.

Acquire an understanding of extending the ideas and

technique of integral and differential calculus to the

domain of complex values functions.

Understand the complex variables, Algebraic and

Polar representations.

Enable the student to determine where a complex-

valued function is analytical and identify its singular

points, evaluate Taylor series of complex-valued

functions.

Introduce the principle of applying Cauchy's integral

theorem and the residue theorem to evaluate real

integrals.

Targeted learning

outcomes:

Complex Variables

Analytic Complex Functions. Content:










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Integration of Complex Functions.





Required Text(s)

R. V. Churchill, J. W. Brown, Complex variables.

McGraw-Hill Education; 9th

Ed., ISBN-13: 978-

0073383170, (2013).

K. F. Riley, M. P. Hobson and S. J. Bence,

Mathematical Methods for Physics and Engineering,

Cambridge University Press, 3rd

Ed., ISBN-

10: 0521679710, (2006).

H. J. Weber and G. B. Arfken, Essential

Mathematical Methods for Physicists, Academic

Press, (2003).

Literature










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Mathematical Physics 2 Module name:

6th



------------------------------- Sub-heading, if applicable:



Hesham G. Abdelwahed Module coordinator:

Hesham G. Abdelwahed Lecturer:

English Language:


the curriculum:

Lectures: 3 hours / week during the semester

Exercises: 2 hours/week during the semester


semester:




Workload:

3 credit in Saudi system, Equivalent to 6 ECT Credit points:



Examination



Recommended:

PHYS 3010, Mathematical Physics 1 Prerequisites: e.g. prior

knowledge

Study the principles of special function.

Acquire and understand the Gamma and Beta Function.

Understand the complex variables, Algebraic and Polar

representations.

Enable the student to determine, Rodrigues’ Formula,

Mutual Orthogonality, Generating Function,

Recurrence Relations,

Introduce the principle of Hermit Polynomials and

Bessel Functions.

Targeted learning

outcomes:

Gamma Function: (Definitions and Properties). Beta

Function: (Definitions and Properties). Laguerre

Polynomials: (Definitions- Mutual Orthogonality -

Generating Function- Recurrence Relations). Legendre

Polynomials: (Definitions, Rodrigues’ Formula -

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Mutual Orthogonality - Generating Function -

Recurrence Relations - Spherical harmonic function).

Hermite Polynomials: (Definitions - Rodrigues’

Formula - Mutual Orthogonality - Generating Function

- Recurrence Relations). Bessel Functions:

(Definitions - Mutual Orthogonality - Generating

Function - Recurrence Relations). Introduction to

|boundary value problems. Solutions of some well-

known PDE 'S in Physics

Quiz , Mid-term exams, Presentation, Final Exam Study / exam achievements:



Required Text(s)

K. F. Riley, M. P. Hobson and S. J. Bence,

Mathematical Methods for Physics and Engineering,

Cambridge University Press, 3rd

Ed., (2006).

Hans J. Weber and George B. Arfken, Essential

Mathematical Methods for Physicists, Academic

Press, (2003).

Literature










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Classical Mechanic 2 Module name:

5th






Refaat Sabry Abd Elwahab Module coordinator:

Refaat Sabry Abd Elwahab Lecturer:

English Language:


the curriculum:




semester:



and 14 Seminar

= 154 hours

Workload:



time


Examination



Recommended:

PHYS 2140, Classical Mechanics 1

Prerequisites: e.g. prior

knowledge

Study and understand the basic principles of

mechanics: Particle kinematics and dynamics,

Mechanical oscillations and waves, Generalized

coordinates, Lagrange’s and Hamilton’s formalism.

Develop analytical and mathematical skills required

for application of principles of classical mechanics to

identification and solution of physics problems.

Develop the skill of problem solution.

Targeted learning

outcomes:

Introduction to classical mechanics and coordinate

systems

Particle kinematics and dynamics

Mechanical oscillations and waves

Generalized coordinates

Lagrange Mechanics

Variational Calculus

Hamilton Mechanics

Content:










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Required Text(s):

Martin W. McCall , “Classical Mechanics: From

Newton to Einstein: A Modern Introduction”, 2nd

Ed.,

John Wiley & Sons, ISBN: 978-0-470-71574-1,

(2011).

David Morin, “Introduction to Classical Mechanics:

With Problems and Solutions”, 1st Ed., Cambridge

University Press, ISBN 978-0-521-87622-3, (2008).

R. Douglas Gregory, “Classical Mechanics: An

Undergraduate Text”, 1st Ed., Cambridge University

Press, ISBN-13: 978-0521534093, (2006).

John R. Taylor, “Classical Mechanics”, null Ed.,

University Science Books, ISBN-13: 978-

1891389221, (2005).

H. Goldstein, C. P. Poole and John L. Safko,

“Classical Mechanics”, 3rd

Ed., Addison Wesley,

ISBN: 9780201657029, (2002).

A. P. Arya, “Introduction to Classical Mechanics”, 2nd

Ed., Benjamin Cummings, ISBN-13:978-0135052235,

(1997).

Literature










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Electromagnetism 2 Module name:

5th



--------------------------------------------------------------- Sub-heading, if applicable:



Ashraf Yehia Module coordinator:

Ashraf Yehia Lecturer:

English Language Language:


the curriculum:

Lectures: 3 discontinuous hours per week during the

semester.

Exercises: 2 continuous hours per week during the

semester.


semester:

42 hours face to face teaching, 28 hours exercise, 42


office/Tutorial and 14 Seminar = 154 hours.

Workload:


The student must attend 75% from the total

lecture time.

The student must bring proof of their identity to

the Examination.



Recommended:

PHYS 2210, Electromagnetism 1 Prerequisites: e.g. prior

knowledge

Studying the vector and the scalar operators.

Studying the basic concepts of the electric field.

Knowledge the fundamental relation between

the electric field and the electric potential.

Studying Poisson’s and Laplace’s equations.

Studying the basic concepts of the magnetic

field.

Knowledge the fundamental relation between

the magnetic field and the scalar (and vector)

magnetic potential.

Understanding Faraday’s law for the

electromagnetic induction and its practical

applications in our life.

Studying the general equation of Ampere’s law.

Understanding the relation between the electric

fields and the magnetic fields through

Targeted learning

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Maxwell’s equations.

Studying propagation of the electromagnetic

waves in the free space, in isotropic insulating

medium, and in the conducting materials.

Studying spectrum of the electromagnetic waves.

The Vector and The Scalar Operators (The vector

and the scalar operators in the Cartesian

coordinates - The vector and the scalar operators

in the cylindrical coordinates - The vector and the

scalar operators in the polar coordinates).

The Vector and The Scalar Operators and Stokes

theorem (The vector and the scalar operators in

the spherical coordinates - Stokes theorem.

Gauss's Law (The Differential form of Gauss's

Law - The Integral form of Gauss's Law - The

general relationship between the electric field and

the electric potential).

Poisson’s and Laplace’s equations (The

relationship between the electric field and the

electric potential in the different coordinates -

The general forms of Poisson’s and Laplace’s

equations- The forms of Poisson’s and Laplace’s

Equations in the different coordinates).

Gauss’s Law in Magnetism (The potential energy

- The Magnetic Flux - Gauss’s Law in

Magnetism).

Scalar and Vector Magnetic Potential.

Faraday’s Law (The Induced Electric Field and

the General Form of Faraday’s Law - The Energy

Density in the Electric Field).

Ampere’s Law (The Energy Density in the

Magnetic Field - Displacement Current and the

General Form of Ampere’s Law).

Maxwell's Equations (The Integral and the

Differential forms of Maxwell's Equations -

Special Cases of Maxwell's Equations).

The Electromagnetic Waves in the Free Space.

The Electromagnetic Waves in an Isotropic

Insulating Medium.

Energy of the Electromagnetic Waves in the Free

Space and in an Isotropic Insulating Medium.

Attenuation of the Electromagnetic Waves in the

Conductors.

The Electromagnetic Spectrum.

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Presentation, Quiz, Mid-term exams, written report

and Final Exam. Study / exam achievements:

Power point, in-class Tutorial and discussions, black

and white board. Forms of media:

Required Text(s)

Munir H. Nayfeh and Morton K. Brussel,

Electricity and Magnetism, Dover Publications,

ISBN-13: 978-0486789712 (2015).

F. T. Ulaby and U. Ravaioli, Fundamentals of

Applied Electromagnetics, 7th

Ed., Prentice Hall,

ISBN-13: 978-0133356816 (2014).

E. R. Peck, Electricity and Magnetism, Dover

Publications; Reprint edition ISBN-13: 978-

0486493497 (2013).

J. Oixiang, Electromagnetic Fields and Waves,

2nd

Ed., Alpha Science Intl Ltd, ISBN-13: 978-

1842655603 (2013).

D. J. Griffiths, Introduction to Electrodynamics,

4th

Ed., Addison-Wesley, ISBN-13: 978-

0321856562 (2012).

Literature

http://www.amazon.com/s/ref=dp_byline_sr_book_1?ie=UTF8&text=Dr.+Munir+H.+Nayfeh&search-alias=books&field-author=Dr.+Munir+H.+Nayfeh&sort=relevancerank

http://www.amazon.com/s/ref=dp_byline_sr_book_2?ie=UTF8&text=Dr.+Morton+K.+Brussel&search-alias=books&field-author=Dr.+Morton+K.+Brussel&sort=relevancerank

http://www.amazon.com/s/ref=dp_byline_sr_book_1?ie=UTF8&field-author=Fawwaz+T.+Ulaby&search-alias=books&text=Fawwaz+T.+Ulaby&sort=relevancerank

http://www.amazon.com/s/ref=dp_byline_sr_book_2?ie=UTF8&field-author=Umberto+Ravaioli&search-alias=books&text=Umberto+Ravaioli&sort=relevancerank

http://www.amazon.com/Edson-Ruther-Peck/e/B00E8VRVKE/ref=dp_byline_cont_book_1

http://www.amazon.com/s/ref=dp_byline_sr_book_1?ie=UTF8&text=Jiao+Qixiang&search-alias=books&field-author=Jiao+Qixiang&sort=relevancerank

http://www.amazon.com/David-J.-Griffiths/e/B000AP7RRE/ref=dp_byline_cont_book_1










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Statistical Physics 1 Module name:

6th






Refaat Sabry Abd Elwahab Module coordinator:

Refaat Sabry Abd Elwahab Lecturer:

English Language:


the curriculum:




semester:



office/Tutorial and 14 Seminar

= 154 hours

Workload:



time


Examination



Recommended:

PHYS 2410 + MATH 3320


knowledge

At the end of the course the student should have a

firm grasp of the fundamental principles of statistical

physics.

Students should be able to identify situations where

the methods of statistical physics may be applied,

Students should be able to simplify and model the

situation in a physically reasonable and tractable

fashion

Students should be able to utilize the formal and

mathematical techniques learnt in the course to

predict various properties of the system at hand and

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be able to then verbally communicate what their

predictions mean in a real laboratory or natural

setting.

Thermal Equilibrium and the Principle of

Probability

Micro-Canonical and Canonical Ensemble

Maxwell - Boltzmann Statistics

Statistical Thermodynamics of Gases

Applications on Maxwell – Boltzmann statistics

Introduction to Quantum Statistics

Partition Function

Content:





Required Text(s)

Stephen J. Blundell, Katherine M. Blundell,

“Concepts in Thermal Physics”, 2nd

Ed., Oxford

University Press, ISBN-13: 978-0199562107, (2009).

F. Reif, “Fundamentals of Statistical and Thermal

Physics”, 56946th

Ed., Waveland Pr Inc., ISBN-13:

978-1577666127, (2008).

Tony Guénault, “Statistical Physics”, 2nd

Ed.,

Springer, ISBN 978-1-4020-5974-2, (2007).

Mehran Kardar, “Statistical Physics of Particles”, 1st

Ed., Cambridge University Press., ISBN-13: 978-

0521873420, (2007).

Normand M. Laurendeau, “Statistical

thermodynamics: fundamentals and applications”, 1st

Ed., Cambridge University Press, ISBN-13: 978-0-

521-84635-6, (2005).

Literature










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Quantum Mechanics 1 Module name:

6th






Mohamed A. Sheqir Module coordinator:

Mohamed A. Sheqir Lecturer:

English Language:


the curriculum:




semester:




Workload:




Examination



Recommended:

MATH 3410


knowledge

Study the principles of quantum Physics.

Acquire the student's skills to grasp challenging concepts of

equations of motion of particles.

Understand the Quantum mechanics in three

dimensions.

Know students how to handle them quantum

mechanically, as applications of the central potential.

Enable the students to solve problems and obtain the

energy levels and eigen-functions of particles quantum

mechanically by using Schrödinger equation.

Targeted learning

outcomes:

Experimental Basis of Quantum.

Wave mechanics.

Schrödinger equation in one dimension.

Schrödinger equation in three dimensions.

Content:



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Required Text (s)

David J. Griffiths, Introduction to Quantum

Mechanics, Prentice Hall, ISBN -10:0131118927, 2nd

Ed., (2004).

L. Liboff, Introductory Quantum Mechanics, TBS

ISBN-10: 8131704416 4th

Ed., (2002).

R. Omnes, Understanding Quantum Mechanics,

Princeton University Press. ISBN 0-691-00435-8,

(1999).

Literature

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/David_J._Griffiths

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Special:BookSources/0131244051










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Solid State 1 Module name:

6th






Mazen Y. Alshaaer Module coordinator:

Mazen Y. Alshaaer Lecturer:

English Language:


the curriculum:

Lecture: 3 hours

Exercise: 2 hours Hours per week during the

semester:

42 hours face to face teaching; 14 hours exercise; 42 hours

self study; 14 hours homework; 28 hours office/tutorial

and 14 hours seminar = 154 hours

Workload:

3 credit points in Saudi system equivalent to 6 ECT Credit points:



Examination



PHYS 3560, Quantum Mechanics 1 Recommended

Understanding the properties of solid materials. The

properties are expected to follow from Schroedinger

equations for atomic nuclei and electron interacting with

electrostatic forces.

Dealing with materials that are solids with an atomic

structure based on a regular repeated pattern (crystalline).

Understanding the crystalline materials by the x-ray

diffraction. Phonons, impurities, and magnetic properties of

solid materials are introduced in this course.

Targeted learning

outcomes:

What is a solid? What is the structure that makes a solid?,

What are some properties of solids Useful, Interesting,

Surprising, What is Solid State Physics?, Phenomena and

Principles

Atomic bonds and crystal structure, Electron shell, Why are

electrons important? Elements have different electron

configurations ,Electron Dot Structures, Types of atomic

bonds: Ionic bond formed, Formation of Ions from Metals,

examples, Covalent bond formed, Polar and non-polar

covalent bonds, Metallic bonds, Molecular bond (Van der

Waals bond, Hydrogen bond)

Structure of Crystals, Lattices and Translations, Primitive

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Cell, Simple, Body-Centered, and Face-Centered Cubic

Lattices, Primitive Unit Cell and Conventional Cell, Crystal

Structures and Lattices with Bases, some important example

of crystal structure and lattice with Bases.

Classification of Bravais Lattices and Crystal

Structures.Classification of Bravais lattices, The Seven

Crystal Systems and Fourteen Bravais, cubic and noncubic

system.

The Reciprocal Lattice Definitions of the reciprocal lattice,

the reciprocal lattice is Bravais lattice, the reciprocal lattice

of the reciprocal lattice, The first Brillouin Zone, Lattice

Planes, Miller Indices of lattice planes, some conventions for

specifying directions.

Determination of Crystal Structures by X-ray Diffraction,

Bragg formulation of X-ray diffraction by a crystal. The

Laue Condition Construction, Experimental Methods: Laue,

Rotating Crystal, Powder, Diffraction patterns.

Phonon: definition, Lattice waves, Heat Capacity and

specific heat (Classical, Einstein and Debye treatments),

High and low temperature limits. The energy distribution

function (Bose-Einstein distribution).

Free electron model: Drude model of Metals; Basic

Assumptions of the Model; Collision or Relaxation Times,

Microscopic View of Ohm's Law, DC Electrical

Conductivity, Thermal Conductivity, Thermal conductivity

in free electron gas, Drift mobility, Wiedmann-Franz Law.

Band Theory of Solids, Electrons in Solids, Band Theory of

Solids,’ Insulators, Semiconductors, Metals, Band Overlap,

Band Hybridization, qualitative and quantitative difference

between metals and insulators, Concept of Holes.




Required Text(s)

C. Kittel, Introduction to Solid State Physics, Wiley;

7th

Ed., (1995).

N. W. Ashcroft and N. D. Mermin, Solid State Physics,

Brooks Cole; 1st Ed., (1976).

Literature

http://www.amazon.com/Charles-Kittel/e/B001H6OICC/ref=ntt_athr_dp_pel_1

http://www.ketab.ir/DataBase/BookPdf/86801008.pdf

http://www.amazon.com/Neil-W.-Ashcroft/e/B001H6NBFM/ref=ntt_athr_dp_pel_1

http://www.amazon.com/N.-David-Mermin/e/B0028B0VQC/ref=ntt_athr_dp_pel_2










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Lab of Electromagnetism Module name:

5th

Level Module level, if

applicable:

PHYS 3920 Abbreviation, if

applicable:




Ashraf Yehia Module coordinator:

Ashraf Yehia Lecturer:

English Language. Language:


the curriculum:

Lectures for 2 continuous hours and experimental

measurements for 2 continuous hours per week during the

semester.


semester:

28 hours face to face teaching, 28 hours Lab, 28 hours self-

study, 14 hours office/Tutorial and 14 Seminar = 112 hours

Workload:


The student must attend 75% from the total lecture time.


Examination.



Recommended:

Pre-requisites: PHYS 2210 and Co-requisites: PHYS 3230. Prerequisites: e.g. prior

knowledge

Understanding the nature of the electrostatic charges.

Studying generation of the electric and the magnetic fields

and their measurements.

Understanding the electromagnetic induction and its

applications.

Understanding motion of the charged particles in the

electromagnetic fields.

Studying the main differences between the DC and the

AC circuits.

Understanding the main differences between the electric

fields and the magnetic fields.

Targeted learning

outcomes:

General Introduction to the course (The measuring

instruments).

Verification of Coulombs law.

Determining the capacitance of two parallel plates

capacitor.

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Verification of Biot-Savart law (Measuring the magnetic

field of long straight conductor - measuring the magnetic

field of circular coils).

Verification of Biot-Savart law (Measuring the magnetic

field of two coils in the Helmholtz configuration).

Verification of Faradays law.

The electromagnetic induction in a moving conductor

(Measuring the electromotive force generated in a

conductor loop moving through a constant magnetic field

- measuring the electromotive force generated in a

conductor loop inside a variable magnetic field with

sinusoidal and triangular wave form power supply).

The electromagnetic induction in a moving conductor

(Measuring the induced current in a circuit with coil when

switching DC on and off).

Studying characteristics of the setup and step-down

transformers with and without load.

Measuring the earth magnetic field with a rotating

induction coil.

The resonance in RLC series and parallel circuits.

Studying the electrical characteristics of the diode tube.

Thomsons experimental for measuring the specific

charge of the electron (e/m).


Exam

Study / exam

achievements:



Required Text:

M. H. Nayfeh and M. K. Brussel, Electricity and

Magnetism, Dover Publications, ISBN-13: 978-

0486789712 (2015).

F. T. Ulaby and U. Ravaioli, Fundamentals of Applied

Electromagnetics (7th

Edition), Prentice Hall, ISBN-

13: 978-0133356816 (2014).

E. R. Peck, Electricity and Magnetism, Dover

Publications; Reprint edition ISBN-13: 978-0486493497

(2013).

J. Qixiang, Electromagnetic Fields and Waves (2nd

Edition), Alpha Science Intl Ltd, ISBN-13: 978-

1842655603 (2013).

S. Mahajan and S R. houdhary, Electricity, Magnetism

Literature

http://www.amazon.com/s/ref=dp_byline_sr_book_1?ie=UTF8&text=Dr.+Munir+H.+Nayfeh&search-alias=books&field-author=Dr.+Munir+H.+Nayfeh&sort=relevancerank

http://www.amazon.com/s/ref=dp_byline_sr_book_2?ie=UTF8&text=Dr.+Morton+K.+Brussel&search-alias=books&field-author=Dr.+Morton+K.+Brussel&sort=relevancerank

http://www.amazon.com/s/ref=dp_byline_sr_book_1?ie=UTF8&field-author=Fawwaz+T.+Ulaby&search-alias=books&text=Fawwaz+T.+Ulaby&sort=relevancerank

http://www.amazon.com/s/ref=dp_byline_sr_book_2?ie=UTF8&field-author=Umberto+Ravaioli&search-alias=books&text=Umberto+Ravaioli&sort=relevancerank

http://www.amazon.com/Edson-Ruther-Peck/e/B00E8VRVKE/ref=dp_byline_cont_book_1

http://www.amazon.com/s/ref=dp_byline_sr_book_1?ie=UTF8&text=Jiao+Qixiang&search-alias=books&field-author=Jiao+Qixiang&sort=relevancerank

http://www.amazon.com/s/ref=dp_byline_sr_book_1?ie=UTF8&text=Prof+Shobhit+Mahajan&search-alias=books&field-author=Prof+Shobhit+Mahajan&sort=relevancerank

http://www.amazon.com/s/ref=dp_byline_sr_book_2?ie=UTF8&text=Prof+S+Rai+Choudhary&search-alias=books&field-author=Prof+S+Rai+Choudhary&sort=relevancerank










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and Electromagnetic Theory, Tata McGraw Hill

Education Private Limited ISBN-13: 978-1259029752

(2012).

A. Shadowitz, The Electromagnetic Field, Dover

Publications, ISBN-13: 978-0486656601 (2010).

Catalogue of Physics Experiments, Leybold Didactic

GMBH-General Catalogue Physics, Leyboldstrasse 1. D-

50354 Huerth. Germany.

Physics Manual of Electromagnetic Lab, Leybold Didactic

GMBH-General Catalogue Physics, Leyboldstrasse 1. D-

50354 Huerth. Germany.

http://www.amazon.com/Albert-Shadowitz/e/B001IU2N2E/ref=dp_byline_cont_book_1










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Experimental Solid State Module name:

6th



………………… Sub-heading, if applicable:


1st Semester 2016-2017 G Semester:

Tarek Fahmy M. Abouelazab Module coordinator:

Tarek Fahmy M. Abouelazab Lecturer:

English Language:


the curriculum:

Laboratory: 4 hours Hours per week during the

semester:


study, 14 hours office/Tutorial and 14 Seminar = 112 hours Workload:




Examination



PHYS 3710, Solid State 1 Recommended

The student should learn how to perform scientific

experiments.

The student should learn tricks to identify and estimate the

experimental errors.

The student should have a scientific background about the

electrical conductivity concept.

The student should know the scientific background of Hall

effect.

The student should has the ability to explain the behavior

of dielectric constant with temperature.

The student should has the ability to demonstrate the idea

of photo cell’s operation.

The student should has the ability to analyze the

experimental data.

The student should learn how to write a good scientific

report.

Targeted learning

outcomes:

Determination the electrical conductivity and activation

energy of semiconductor material using four-probe technique.

Investigation of resistance behaviour with temperature for

semiconductor and conductor materials. Verification the

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polarization phenomenon and determination of the electrical

resistance of photo-conducting material. Investigation of the

behaviour of dielectric constant of semiconductor material

and determination Curie temperature. Investigation of the

magnetic hysteresis loop. Studying the thermo-electrical

effect and determination Seebeck's coefficient. Investigation

of characteristic curve of photo cell. Investigation of Hall

effect (different experiments). Investigation of material

structure using TEM technique. Investigation of the material

structure using x-ray diffraction.

mid-term exams, quiz, homework, reports, lab exam and

Final exam. Study / exam achievements:

Power point, in-class Tutorial and discussions, white board Forms of media:

Required Text(s)

J. H. More, E.C. Davis and M.A. Caplan, Building

Scientific Apparatus, 4th

Ed., Cambridge, (2009).

C. Kittel, A. Zettl and P. McEuen, “Introduction to

Solid State Physics”, 8th

Ed., J. Wiley & Sons, ISBN-

13: 978-0471415268, (2004).

Ph. R. Bevington and D. K. Robinson, “Data Reduction

and Error Analysis For the Physical Sciences”, 3rd

Ed.,

McGraw‐Hill, (2003).

D. W. Preston and E. R. Dietz, The Art of Experimental

Physics, Wiley; 1st Ed., (1991).

R. A. Dunlap, Experimental Physics: Modern Methods,

Oxford University Press, USA; 1st Ed., (1988).

J. Strong, Procedures in Experimental Physics, Lindsay

Pubns; Reprint edition (1986).

Literature

http://search.barnesandnoble.com/booksearch/results.asp?ATH=Charles+Kittel

http://search.barnesandnoble.com/booksearch/results.asp?ATH=Alex+Zettl

http://search.barnesandnoble.com/booksearch/results.asp?ATH=Paul+McEuen

http://www.amazon.com/Daryl-W.-Preston/e/B001HMV0Q8/ref=ntt_athr_dp_pel_1

http://www.amazon.com/s/ref=ntt_athr_dp_sr_2?_encoding=UTF8&sort=relevancerank&search-alias=books&ie=UTF8&field-author=Eric%20R.%20Dietz

http://www.amazon.com/R.-A.-Dunlap/e/B001HD1MM4/ref=ntt_athr_dp_pel_1/182-9235997-1372834

http://www.amazon.com/s/ref=ntt_athr_dp_sr_1?_encoding=UTF8&sort=relevancerank&search-alias=books&ie=UTF8&field-author=John%20Strong










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Ethics Module name:

8th






Tarek Fahmy M. Abou-Elazab Module coordinator:

Tarek Fahmy M. Abou-Elazab Lecturer:

Arabic Language:


the curriculum:

Lectures: One hour / per week during the semester hours per week during the

semester:

14 hours face to face teaching, and 14 hours self-study=

28 hours Workload:



time


Examination



Recommended:


knowledge

هل السياسة على أمنذ العقد الماضى ، بات العلماء والعامة من الناس و

خالقيات فى البحث العلمى، وثمة توجهات عديدة وعى متزايد بأهمية األ

هذا المنهج هو مقدمة عامة . هتمام المتنامىإلساهمت فى دفع هذا ا

.خالقيات مهنة العلمأبالمبادىء العامة و المعايير والقضايا الخاصة ب

Targeted learning

outcomes:

العلم من حيث هو -النظرية األخالقية والتطبيقات - خالقياتألالعلم وا

-المسائل األخالقية فى العلم -معايير السلوك األخالقى فى العلم –مهنة

.المسائل األخالقية فى المختبر -المسائل األخالقية فى النشر العلمى

Ethics and sciences- Theory of ethics and its

applications- science as a job- ethics and morality- ethics

criterion in science- ethics issues in science’s

publication- ethics issues in science’s lab.

Content:





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The Ethics of Science, An Introduction: by David B.

Resnik, Routledge, London and new York, (1998)










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Computational Physics Module name:

8th






Alaa Eldin Elkotp Module coordinator:

Alaa Eldin Elkotp Lecturer:

English Language:


the curriculum:


Exercises: 2 hours / week during the semester

Computer Lab.: 2 hours /week during semester


semester:

28 hours face to face teaching, 28 hours exercise and 28

hour computer Lab, 28 hours self-study, 14 hours

Homework, 14 hours office/Tutorial and 14 Seminar,

total 90 hours /semester = 154

Workload:

3 credit in Saudi system, 6 ECTS system Credit points:


time


Examination



Recommended:

PHYS 3020, Mathematical Physics 2


knowledge

Know the theories of Computer-based numerical

techniques.

Understand the relationships between the different

computing techniques.

Understand the theories and principles of advanced

computing techniques

Analysis and problem solving using the numerical

computing techniques.

Targeted learning

outcomes:

Computing Elements - Problem Solving- Program

Design-Programming languages- Sum Computing -

Product Computing - Computing functions -

Solving Equations - Numerical differentiation-

Numerical Integration -Numerical Solution of

Differential Equations- Introduction to Mat Lab.

Content:

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written report and Final Exam



Required Text(s)

R. H. landau, M. J. Pa`es, and C. Bordeainu,

“Computational Physics: Problem Solving with

Python”,3rd

Ed., John Wiley &Sons, Inc., (2015).

B. A. Stickler and E. Schachinger,” Basic Concepts in

Computational Physics”, Springer, ISBN:

9783319024356, (2014).

T. Pang ,”An Introduction to Computational

Physics”, 2nd

Ed., Cambridge University press, ISBN:

9780521532761, (2010).

N. J. Giordano and H. Nakanishi, ”Computational

Physics”, 2nd

Ed., Prentice Hall, ISBN:0-13-146990-

8, (2005).

Literature










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Atomic physics Module name:

7th





1st Semester: 2016-2017 G Semester:

Ibrahiem A. Alsayed Module coordinator:

Ibrahiem A. Alsayed Lecturer:

English Language:

Optional Course Classification within

the curriculum:




semester:

42 hours face to face teaching; 28 hours exercise, 42



Workload:



time


Examination



Recommended:

PHYS 3710, Solid State Prerequisites: e.g. prior

knowledge

Explain the basic theoretical and experimental

physics of atoms and nuclei.

Know the importance of models in describing the

properties and behavior of atoms.

Understand the basic building blocks of matter

Acquire an understanding of the Simple line spectra,

multiple fine structure, L-S, J-J coupling, Energy

levels in a diatomic molecule.

Define of the Stern-Gerlach experiment, Normal

Zeeman effect and Anomalous Zeeman effect.

Know and understand detailed and critical

knowledge, including knowledge of the most

advanced, in selected areas relevant to applications

of atomic physics.

Targeted learning

outcomes:

Avogadros hypothesis particles, Thomson's, Content:

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Millikan's experiments and discovery of the electron

quantization of charge

Rutherfords atomic model. Simple line spectra for

hydrogen atom, Balmer’s discovery.

The Bohr's theory of the hydrogen atom,

Sommerfield's refinements, Energy level diagram of

the hydrogen atom Weakness of the Boher-

Sommerfield theory, Spectra of hydrogen like ions.

Energy levels in molecules; the quantum structure.

Simple line spectra, Multiple fine structure, L-S, J-

J coupling, Energy levels in a diatomic molecule.

Magnetic effects in atoms and the electron spin:

Space Quantization, the Magnetic moment and the

space quantization.

Stren-Gerlach experiment, Normal Zeeman , effect,

Anomalous Zeeman effect. The Magnetic moment

and Lande factor: The Paschen-Pack effect,

The Stark effect, Zeeman Effect of hyperfine

structure. Molecular spectra: Microwave, Infra-red

and electronic spectra





Required Text(s)

H. Haken, H. C. Wolf and W. D. Brewer ”The

Physics of Atoms and Quanta“, Springer-Verlag,

Berlin Heidelberg, )2005).

B.H. Bransden and C.J. Joachain, ”Physics of

Atoms and Molecules”, Longman, (1997).

S. Walker and H. Straw, “Spectroscopy” Atomic,

Microwave and Radio frequency spectroscopy”.

Chapman & Hall, London, (1961).

Literature

http://www.nat.vu.nl/~wimu/Schrod.html




http://www.nat.vu.nl/~wimu/Magn.html

http://www.springerlink.com.ezproxy.hagerstowncc.edu/content/?Author=Hermann+Haken

http://www.springerlink.com.ezproxy.hagerstowncc.edu/content/?Author=Hans+Christoph+Wolf

http://www.springerlink.com.ezproxy.hagerstowncc.edu/content/?Author=William+D.+Brewer










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Nano Physics Module name:

8th



-------------------------------- Sub-heading, if applicable:

-------------------------------- Classes, if applicable:


Ammar Elsanousi Module coordinator:

Ammar Elsanousi Lecturer:

English Language:


the curriculum:




semester:




Workload:




Examination



Recommended:

PHYS 3710, Solid state Physics 1 Prerequisites: e.g. prior

knowledge

Understand the basic principles of nanophysics allowing

working in research and development in

nanotechnology.

Understand the physics of nanometer-size systems with

a focus on basic physical phenomena.

Acquires knowledge of the various Nanotechnology

syntheses technique.

Identify possible opportunities for nanomaterials

applications in product development and enhancement.

Targeted learning

outcomes:

Introduction to nanomaterials

Classification of nanomaterials according to their

dimension.

Properties of nanomaterials: Overview of physical and

chemical properties that change when the materials

considered are a few nanometres in size

Synthesis techniques: Top-down and bottom-up

approaches.

Characterization techniques of nanomaterials: Physical

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principle and operation.

Carbon nanotubes: synthesis, properties and

applications.

Thin film deposition: synthesis techniques, properties

and applications.

Magnetic nanoparticles.

Potential applications of nanomaterials.

Quiz , Mid-term exams, Presentation, Written report and


Power point presentations, in-class Tutorial and discussions,

black and white board. Forms of media:

Required Text(s)

E. A. Wolf, “Nanophysics and Nanotechnology: An

Introduction to Modern Concepts in Nanoscience”, 3rd

Ed., Wiley, ISBN -13: 978-3527413249, (2015).

V. E. Borisenko and S. Ossicini, “What is What in the

Nanoworld: A Handbook on Nanoscience and

Nanotechnology”, 3rd

Ed., Wiley, ISBN-13: 978-

3527411412, (2012).

C. Dupas and M. Lahmani, “Nanoscience,

Nanotechnologies and Nanophysics”, Springer, ISBN-

13: 978-3540286172, (2007).

R. Kelsall, I. W. Hamley and M. Geoghegan,

“Nanoscale Science and Technology”, John Wiley &

Sons, ISBN-13: 978-0470850862, (2005).

M. Di Ventra, S. Evoy, R. James and Jr. Heflin,

“Introduction to Nanoscale Science and Technology”,

Springer, ISBN-13: 978-1402077579, (2005).

Literature










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Plasma Physics Module name:

7th



……………… Sub-heading, if applicable:

Section:2383 Classes, if applicable:


Essam M. Abdel-Fattah Module coordinator:

Essam M. Abdel-Fattah Lecturer:

English Language:


the curriculum:




semester:



and 14 Seminar 154 hours

Workload:



time


Examination



Recommended:

PHYS 3020, Mathematical Physics 2,

PHYS 3560, Quantum Mechanics 1


knowledge

Understands the physics behind the matter of plasma,

various forms of plasma, plasma characteristics.

Understands and define various theories "fluid,

kinetic" that describe and control the plasma state

Acquires knowledge of method of electricity

generation through plasma fusion and Tokomak and

other plasma applications.

Know method of plasma Applications.

Targeted learning

outcomes:

Introduction (Plasma definition, types, Ionization in Gases, , Collisions, Transport Phenomena, mean free path, electrical resistivity and conductivity in plasma, Plasma formation and DC plasma, Chemical Reactions in Plasmas).

Single Particle Motions (in electric and magnetic fields, adiabatic invariance of the magnetic moment).

Plasma Characteristics (Debye shield, Plasma frequency, Sheath).

Collision process, Plasma Resistivity, Mobility and

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Diffusion in plasma. Plasma Kinetics (Velocity distribution function, The

Maxwell–Boltzmann distribution, The Vlassov equation, Moments of the Boltzmann-Vlassov equation)

Plasma as Fluid (Single-fluid equations for a fully ionized plasma, Magnetohydrodynamics plasma model)

Waves in Plasmas (Wave Equations, Dispersion Functions, Acoustic and Magnetoacoustic waves, Landau Damping)

Applications (Fusion, Plasma-Aided Manufacturing).





Required Text(s)

U. Inan, and M. Golkowski. “Principles of plasma

physics for engineers and scientists”, Cambridge

university press, ISBN 978-0-521-19372-6, (2011).

F. Chen, “Introduction to plasma Physics and

controlled fusion" 2nd

edition, Springer, ISBN-0-306-

41332-9, (2006).

Literature










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Analog Electronics Module name:

7th



……………… Sub-heading, if applicable:



Afif Khalifa Belkacem Module coordinator:

Afif Khalifa Belkacem Lecturer:

English Language:


the curriculum:

Lectures: 2 hours

Exercises: 2 hours

Laboratory: 2 hours


semester:

28 hours face to face teaching; 28 hours exercise, 28 hours

Laboratory, 28 hours self-study, 14 hours Homework, 14

hours office/Tutorial and 14 Seminar = 154 hours

Workload:

3 credit points in Saudi system, Equivalent to 6 ECT Credit points:


time


Examination



PHYS 2210, Electromagnetism 1 Recommended

Increase student knowledge & background in the

concept of electric circuits and electronics

2- Knowledge about the principals and theories of

diodes and rectifications

3-Studying the basis & principals of transistors.

4-Studying the principals of operational amplifier and

its applications

Targeted learning

outcomes:

Fundamental of electric circuits - AC and DC electric

circuits – Low Pass and High Pass Filters - Semiconductor

materials – Diodes and Zener Diodes – Diode applications

: Half wave and Full wave rectifying and smoothing –

Transistors , types and characteristics - Transistor circuits

: switch and small signal amplification - Operational

amplifier – Comparator, follower, summing, Inverting

and Non-Inverting Amplifier - Differentiation and

Integration using Operational Amplifier

Content:

Mid-term exams, Quiz, Presentation, Lab exam and Final

exam. Study / exam achievements:










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Required text (s)

R. L. Boylestad, L. Nashelsky, “Electronic devices

and circuit theory” Pearson, 11th

Ed., (2013).

C. K. Alexander, M. N. Sadiku, “Fundamentals of

Electric Circuits” Mc Graw Hill, 5th

Ed., (2013).

F. M. Mims, “Getting Started in Electronics”, Master

Publishing, Inc. (2000).

Raymond E. Frey, Lecture Notes for Analog

Electronics”, (1999).

Literature










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Experimental Physics Module name:

8th






Ibrahim Elsayed Module coordinator:

Ibrahim Elsayed Lecturer:

English Language:


the curriculum:




semester:




Workload:




Examination



Recommended:

PHYS 4240, Analog Electronics Prerequisites: e.g. prior

knowledge

Understand the theories and principles of the applied

measuerments in Physics.

Knowledge about the procedures used to study the

experimental Physics.

Understand the relationships between the different

measurements.

Know the theories of measurements in the field of

Physics

Targeted learning

outcomes:

Destructive Testing techniques Non-Destructive Testing techniques Beam Physics testing techniques Nuclear Physics testing techniques Optical testing techniques

Content:




white board, Work out some circuit design Forms of media:










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Required Text(s)

C. Cooke, An Introduction to Experimental Physics,

Taylor & Francis, (1996)

C. Isenberg, Physics experiments and projects for

students, Taylor & Francis, (1996).

K. Hinkelmann, Design and Analysis of Experiments:

Introduction to Experimental Design. John Wiley &

Sons, (1994).

Literature

http://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/ASIN/0471551783/ref=nosim/weisstein-20

http://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/ASIN/0471551783/ref=nosim/weisstein-20










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Digital Electronics Module name:

8th



…………… Sub-heading, if applicable:

………… Classes, if applicable:


Ibrahim Elsayed Module coordinator:

Ibrahim Elsayed Lecturer:

English Language:


the curriculum:




semester:



and 14 Seminar

= 154 hours

Workload:




Examination



Recommended:

PHYS 4240, Analog Electronics 2 Prerequisites: e.g. prior

knowledge

To understanding of basic concepts of number

representative and Digital arithmetic.

To understanding the concepts of digital gates and

circuits.

To understanding the logical operation of simple

arithmetic.

To understanding how to perform digital arithmetic

using digital gates.

To understanding how to construct and analyze the

operation of a latch flip-flop.

To understanding and practice some applications of

Targeted learning

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digital circuits.

General introduction to the Course Digital arithmatic Logic Gates Boolean Algebra Logic Circuits basics MSI Logic Circuits Flip-Flops Counters Registers Introduction to A/D and D/A converter

Content:




white board, Work out some circuit design Forms of media:

Required Text(s)

Molecular Electronics from Principles to practice,

Michael C. Petty, John Wiley & Sons Inc. (2007).

Getting Started in Electronics, Forrest M. Mims III,

Master Publishing, Inc. (2000).

Literature










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Nuclear and Particles Physics Module name:

8th




------------------------------- Classes, if applicable:

------------------------------- Semester:

------------------------------- Module coordinator:

------------------------------- Lecturer:

English Language:


the curriculum:




semester:

42hours face to face teaching; 24 hours exercise, 45 hours self-

study, 14 hours Homework, 14 hours office/Tutorial and 14

Seminar = 154 hours

Workload:




Examination



Recommended:

PHYS 4160, Atomic Physics Prerequisites: e.g. prior

knowledge

Understanding the physical concepts of the Properties of

Nuclei .

Study the different nucleus models.

Introduce the principles of nuclear interactions.

Enable the students to use the principles of nuclear

reactors.

Studying the Elementary Particle Physics.

Targeted learning

outcomes:

Properties of Nuclei: Sizes and Radii - Mass and Charge

Distributions - Angular Momentum and Parity -

Electromagnetic Moments - Nuclear Excited States. The

Nuclear Force: Its Nature and Properties - The Deuteron -

Nucleon-Nucleon Scattering (interactions). Nuclear Models:

The Shell Model - The Liquid-Drop Model - The Collective

Model. Radioactive Decay: Radioactive Isotopes - The

Radioactive Decay Law - Half-Life - Alpha Decay - Beta

Decay - Gamma Decay - Radiation Detectors. Nuclear

Reactions: Types of Reactions - Energetics of Nuclear

Reactions - Conservation Laws - Nuclear Scattering -

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Compound-Nucleus Reactions - Neutron Reactions - Nuclear

Fission – Nuclear Fusion. Elementary Particle Physics:

Properties of the Fundamental Forces of Nature -

Classification of Elementary Particles - Symmetry Principles

- Conservation Laws - Quantum Numbers - The Quark

Model.




Required Text(s):

B. Povh, K. Rith, C. Scholz, and F. Zetsche, “Particles and

Nuclei: An Introduction to the Physical Concepts”,

Springer-Verlag, 7th

Ed., (2015).

B. R. Martin, “Nuclear and Particle Physics”, John Wiley

& Sons, 2nd

Ed., (2009).

A. Das and T. Ferbel, “Introduction to Nuclear and Particle

Physics”, World Scientific, 2nd

Ed., (2003).

P. E. Hodgson, E. Gadioli, and E. G. Erba, “Introductory

Nuclear Physics”, Oxford University Press, (1998).

Literature










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Laser physics and its applications Module name:

8th






Essam M. Abdel-Fattah Module coordinator:

Essam M. Abdel-Fattah Lecturer:

English Language:


the curriculum:




semester:




Workload:



time


Examination



Recommended:

PHYS 3710, Solid State 1 Prerequisites: e.g. prior

knowledge

Ability to understand basic of the Laser physics and

lasing process.

Understanding the theories behind population

inversion, gain threshold.

Understand in depth the optical resonance, laser

mode and broadening of spectral line.

Knowing various types of Lasers system.

Develop knowledge of applications of Laser.

Targeted learning

outcomes:

Introduction – Nature of light and Laser Radiation

and their properties.

Interaction of electromagnetic Radiation with

matter, Einstein Coefficients, population inversion,

Population inversion in two, three and Four energy

level, Gain and threshold gain coefficients

Optical cavity and laser modes, Pulse and continuum

laser, broadening in spectral line.

Laser system; Solid state laser, gas laser, Dye Laser

Content:










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and Semiconductor laser

Laser Applications





Required Text(s)

W. T. Silfvast, Laser fundamentals, Cambridge

university press, 2nd

edition, ISBN-0: 521833450,

(2004).

O. Svetto, Principles of Lasers, Springer, ISBN-10:

0306457482, ISBN-13: 978-0306457487, 4th

Ed.,

(1998).

J. Hawkes and I. Latimer, Lasers theory and

practice, New York : Prentice Hall (1995).

http://faculty.ksu.edu.sa/Download/ie_offline/perg.phys.ksu.edu/vqm/laserweb/Ch-9/F9s0p1.htm










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Radiation Physics Module name:

8th




------------------------------ Classes, if applicable:

------------------------------ Semester:

------------------------------ Module coordinator:

------------------------------ Lecturer:

English Language:


the curriculum:




semester:




Workload:




Examination



Recommended:

PHYS 4341, Nuclear and Particles Physics Prerequisites: e.g. prior

knowledge

Understanding the properties of atoms and nuclei

Study the types, characteristics, and Sources of the

Radiation.

Introduce the principles of radiation transmission

through matter.

Enable the students to make radiation detection and

measurement.

Studying the radiation dosimetry and health hazards.

Targeted learning

outcomes:

Review of Atomic and Nuclear Physics: The General and

Structural Properties of Atoms and Nuclei, Quantum States

and Energy Levels of Atoms and Nuclei - Nuclear Binding

Energies - Nuclear Stability, Semiempirical Mass Equation

- Equivalence of Mass and Energy - Production -

Properties of X-Rays. Radioactivity: Types,

characteristics, and Sources of Radiation (Alpha, Beta and

Gamma Rays - X-Rays) - Natural and Artificial

Radioactivity - Units of Radioactivity (Curie and

Becquerel) - The Radioactive Exponential Decay Law -

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Half-Life and Mean-Life, Radioactive Decay Chains -

Radioactive Equilibrium - Production of Radioisotopes.

Radiation Transmission Through Matter: Neutron and

Photon (Gamma-Rays and X-Rays) Absorption

Mechanisms in Matter, Exponential Attenuation of Neutral

Particle Beams - Linear Attenuation Coefficient - Half-

Thickness - Mechanisms of Energy Loss from Charged

Particle Beams - Range-Energy Relationships of Charged

Particle Beams - Stopping Powers of Charged Particle

Beams (the Bethe Formula), Radiation Shielding.

Radiation Detection and Measurement: Gas Ionization

Counters (Proportional Counters and Geiger-Mueller

Counters) - Scintillation Counters - Semiconductor

Counters - Neutron Counters - Statistics of Radiation

Counting Systems. Radiation Dosimetry and Health

Hazards: Definitions of Radiation Exposure and

Dosimetry, Units of Exposure and Dose, Personal

Dosimeters (The Pocket Ion Chamber, The Film Badge -

The hermoluminescent Dosimeter) - Maximum Permissible

Levels of Exposure, Biological Effects of Radiation

(Deterministic like Carcinogenesis and Stochasticlike

Genetic), Radiation Protection Standards.

Quiz , Mid-term exams, Final Exam Study / exam achievements:



Required Text(s)

S. N. Ahmed, “Physics and Engineering of Radiation

Detection”, Elsevier Science & Technology Books, 2nd

Ed., (2015).

E. B. Podgorsak, “Radiation Physics for Medical

Physicists”, Springer-Verlag, 2nd

Ed., (2010)

H. Cember and T. A. Johnson, “Introduction to Health

Physics”, McGraw-Hill, 4th

Ed., (2008).

J. K. Shultis and R. E. Faw, “Fundamentals of Nuclear

Science & Engineering”, Marcel Dekker, 2nd

Ed.,

(2007).

J. E. Turner, Atoms, “Radiation, and Radiation

Protection”, John Wiley & Sons, 3rd

Ed. (2007).

D. Bodansky, “Nuclear Energy: Principles Practices

and Prospects”, Springer-Verlag, 2nd

Ed., (2004).

J. Shapiro, “Radiation Protection”, Harvard University

Press, 4th

Ed., (2002).

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F. A. Smith, “A Primer of Applied Radiation Physics”,

World Scientific Publishing, (2000).










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Quantum Mechanics 2 Module name:

7th






Nabil A. Yousef Module coordinator:

Nabil A. Yousef Lecturer:

English Language:


the curriculum:




semester:




Workload:



time


Examination



Recommended:

PHYS 3560, Quantum Mechanics 1 Prerequisites: e.g. prior

knowledge

Understanding the physical concepts of the quantum

mechanics and its importance in our life.

Study the principles of quantum Physics.

Understand the Quantum mechanics in three

dimensions

Know students how to handle the quantum

mechanically, as applications of the perturbation

theory.

Acquire the student’s skills to treating and handling

Physical problems concerning actual application in

Solid State Physics, Electronics, Atomic Physics and

all aspects of Modern technology.

Targeted learning

outcomes:

General Formalism of Quantum Mechanics.

Quantum mechanics in three dimensions.

Angular momentum.

Perturbation Theory.

Content:










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Required Text(s):

David J. Griffiths, Introduction to Quantum

Mechanics, Prentice Hall, ISBN -10:0131118927,

2nd

Ed., (2004).

L. Liboff, Introductory Quantum Mechanics, TBS

ISBN-10: 8131704416 4th

Ed., (2002).

Literature

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/David_J._Griffiths

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Special:BookSources/0131244051










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Solid State 2 Module name:

7th






Gaafar Parakendy Module coordinator:

Gaafar Parakendy Lecturer:

English Language:


the curriculum:

Lecture: 3 hours

Exercise: 2 hours


semester:

42 hours face to face teaching; 14 hours exercise; 42 hours

self study; 14 hours homework; 28 hours office/tutorial

and 14 hours seminar = 154 hours

Workload:

3 credit points in Saudi system equivalent to 6 ECT Credit points:



Examination



PHYS 3710, Solid State 1 Recommended

Apply the basic principle of solid state physics to solve

problems.

Compare between the different types of lattice defects.

Differentiate between dielectrics, semiconductor and

superconductor materials.

Use the concept of magnetic susceptibility to

differentiate between the magnetic materials.

Understand the concept of superconductivity.

Know the different types of alloys and its applications.

Illustrate some physical phenomena.

Write a short research essay.

Targeted learning

outcomes:

Semiconductors: (Intrinsic and extrinsic types – The

electrical conductivity and mobility - Conduction Content:










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mechanism of semiconductors - Cyclotron – Some

applications: p-n- junction – Transistors). Dielectrics:

(The dielectric constant and polarizability – Electronic

polarizability – Ionic polarizability – Orientational

polarizability - Ferroelectricity). Magnetic Properties:

Magnetic materials and magnetic susceptibility - Types of

magnetic susceptibility measurements – Langevin method -

Ferromagnetism and Quantum theory of Paramagnetism -

Magnetic susceptibility and temperature - Electron

paramagnetic resonance - Nuclear magnetic resonance –

Cyclotron resonance. Superconductivity: (Zero resistance

– The Meissner effect – The critical magnetic field –

Thermodynamics of superconducting transition –

Electrodynamics of superconductors - The theory of

Superconductivity - Josephson effect - Squid). Defects in

Solids: (Point defects: Schottky and Frenkel defects –

Linear defects: Edge dislocation- Planar dislocation- Planar

defects: Grain boundaries – Anti-phase boundaries – Twins

- Bulk defects: Voids – impurities). Alloys - Some

Experimental Techniques.

Mid-term exams, quiz, homework, reports and Final exam. Study / exam achievements:

Power point, in-class Tutorial and discussions, white board Forms of media:

Required text (s):

Grosso and G. P. Parravicini, “Solid State Physics”,

2nd

Ed., Elsevier Ltd., ISBN-13: 978-0123044600,

(2014).

M. A. Omar, “Elementary Solid State Physics”,

Addison Wesley Publishing Inc., ISBN-13: 978-

7510035197, (2011).

S. O. Pillai, “Solid State Physics”, 6th

Ed., New Age

Science; ISBN-13: 978-1906574109 , (2009).

C. Kittel, A. Zettl and P. McEuen, “Introduction to

Solid State Physics”, 8th


13: 978-0471415268, (2004).

N. W. Ashcroft and N. D. Mermin “ Solid State

Physics”, 1st Ed., Brooks Cole, ISBN-13: 978-

0030839931, (1976).

Literature

http://search.barnesandnoble.com/booksearch/results.asp?ATH=Charles+Kittel

http://search.barnesandnoble.com/booksearch/results.asp?ATH=Alex+Zettl

http://search.barnesandnoble.com/booksearch/results.asp?ATH=Paul+McEuen

http://www.gettextbooks.com/author/Neil_W_Ashcroft

http://www.gettextbooks.com/author/N_David_Mermin










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Material Science Module name:

8th






Ammar A. Alsanousi Module coordinator:

Ammar A. Alsanousi Lecturer:

English Language:

Elective Course Classification within

the curriculum:

Lecture: 3 hours

Exercise: 2 hours

………………….


semester:




Workload:

3 credit points in Saudi system Credit points:


time


Examination



Solid State (1) PHYS 3710 Recommended

The student should know the difference between

crystalline and amorphous materials.

The student should differentiate between different

types of crystalline defects.

The student should understand the basic principles of

lattice dynamics.

The student should know the concept of glass

transition temperature.

The student should describe the polymer structure

and its applications.

The student should analyze the phase diagram of

alloys.

The student should have the ability to illustrate

physical and chemical properties of different

materials such as polymers, metals and ceramics.

The student should write a short research paper.

Targeted learning

outcomes:

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amorphous state - Different types of unit cell and energy

of crystalline lattice). Crystalline defects: Point defects

(Schottky defects & Frenkel defects) - Linear defects

(Edge dislocation – Screw dislocation) - Planar defects

(Grain boundaries – Antiphase boundaries – Twins) -

Bulk defects (Voids – Impurities - Antisite defects –

Complexes) - Defects of thermal vibration - Diffusion.

Lattice dynamics: (Atomic frequency – Simple

harmonic motion – Dispersion equation of lattice

containing similar atoms or different atoms).

Properties of polymers and metals: (Metallic, Ionic,

Covalent, and van der Waals Bonds). The

characterization and structure of polymer (Types of

polymers – Polar and nonpolar polymers - Glass

transition temperature (Tg) – Methods of Tg

determination : (Young’s modulus- Heat capacity –

Specific volume) - Mechanical properties – Electrical

properties – Thermal properties - Applications). The

characterization and structure of Metals (Ferrous metals

and alloys - Nonferrous metals and alloys -

Applications) – Electrical and thermal properties of

metals. The characterization, structure and applications

of glasses, composites and ceramics. Metallurgy and

mechanical testing (the metallurgical microscope-

Transmission electron microscope – Grinding-

Polishing- Etching) - Mechanical properties and

mechanical tests (Brinell – Vickers test – Draw test -

Stress-Strain curve) - Alloys and phase diagrams

(Monotectic – Peritectic - Peritectoid – Eutectic -

Eutectoid) - Strengthening mechanics and processes

(Strengthening by cold working- effect of grain size on

strength- Strengthening by alloying – Strengthening by

second phase particles- Strengthening by heat treatment).

mid-term exams, quiz, homework, reports and Final

exam. Study / exam achievements:












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W. D. Callister and D. G. Rethwisch, “Material

Science and Engineering: An Introduction”, 9th

Ed., J. Wiley & Sons, ISBN 9781118324578,

(2014).

W. D. Callister and D. G. Rethwisch,

“Fundamentals of Materials Science and

Engineering”, 4th


13: 978-1118123188, (2012).

D. R. Askeland and P. P. Fulay and W. J. Wright

The Science and Engineering of Materials, 6th

Ed.,

Cengage Learning Inc., (2010).

W. Smith and J. Hashemi, “Foundations of

Materials Science and Engineering”, 5th

Ed.,

Mcgraw-Hill College; ISBN-13: 978-

0073529240, (2009).

F.J. Humphreys and M. Hatherly,

“Recrystallization and Related Annealing

Phenomena”, 2nd

Ed., Elsevier, ISBN: 978-0-08-

044164-1, (2004).

D.A. Porter and K.E. Easterling, “Phase

Transformations in Metals and Alloys”, 3rd

Ed.,

Nelson Thornes; ISBN-13: 978-0412450303,

(2000).

L. K. Reddy, Principles of Engineering

Metallurgy”, International Pvt Ltd Publishers,

(1996).

A. Tager, “Physical Chemistry of Polymers”, Mir

publisher, 2nd

Ed., (1978).

Literature

http://eu.wiley.com/WileyCDA/WileyTitle/productCd-111832269X.html

http://eu.wiley.com/WileyCDA/WileyTitle/productCd-111832269X.html

http://www.amazon.com/s/ref=dp_byline_sr_book_1?ie=UTF8&text=William+Smith&search-alias=books&field-author=William+Smith&sort=relevancerank

http://www.amazon.com/s/ref=dp_byline_sr_book_2?ie=UTF8&text=Javad+Hashemi&search-alias=books&field-author=Javad+Hashemi&sort=relevancerank










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Solar Energy and Energy conversion Module name:

7th




……………………………………………….. Classes, if applicable:

……………………………………………….. Semester:

……………………………………………….. Module coordinator:

……………………………………………….. Lecturer:

English Language:


the curriculum:




semester:



office/Tutorial and 14 Seminar

= 154 hours

Workload:



time


Examination



Recommended:

PHYS 3710, Solid state 1 Prerequisites: e.g. prior

knowledge

Understands the physics behind various forms of

alternative energy sources.

Calculate the amount of solar energy transfer to the

earth and determine the exact position of the sun

relative to the earth.

Understands the physics behind solar cell designs

and the solar heat collector design.

Understands the solar cell operation and

characterizes

Acquires knowledge of the various solar cells

technologies

Targeted learning

outcomes:

Introduction: Definitions of Energy - Work, and

Heat - Units of Energy – Work - and Heat - Energy

Forms - Energy Conversion from one Form to

Another - Energy Efficiency - Energy Sources

(Conventional – Alternative - Renewable) - Energy

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Availability and Demand - Estimates of the

Maximum - Reserves of Fossil Energy, Current

World Energy Consumption Patterns, Energy

Economics.

Solar Radiation Fundamentals: Physics of Energy

Generation within the Sun - Sun-Earth Geometric

Relationships - Properties of Sunlight - Radiant

Power Density - Photon Flux - Measurement of

Solar Radiation - Solar Radiation Outside Earth's

Atmosphere - Atmospheric Attenuation of Solar

Radiation - Solar Radiation on Earth’s Surface -

Solar Radiation on a Tilted Surface, Methods of

Solar Energy Collection,

Solar-Thermal heat Utilization; Physical principles

of energy conversion, Flat-Plate Collector Systems,

Flat-Plate Collector Systems Efficiency, Solar

Thermal Power Plants, Electric from the sun heat. .

Physics of Solar Cells: Conversion of Light into

Electricity – Introduction to Semiconductor, Energy

Bands of Semiconductors - Doping, Reflection and

Absorption of Photons by Semiconductors -

Generation of Electrons and Holes in

Semiconductors - Recombination mechanisms of

Electrons and Holes (Radiative and Non-radiative) -

Carrier Lifetime - Transport Processes of Electrons

and Holes - Separation of Electrons and Holes -

Typical Structure of Solar Cells .

Photovoltaic Solar Cell; Typical semiconductor

solar cell, pn-Junction Solar Cells - Solar Cell I-V

characteristic, Silicon Solar Cell Efficiency, Second

Generation Solar Cell; Amorphous silicon cells

deposited on stainless-steel ribbon, Polycrystalline

silicon, Cadmium telluride (CdTe) cells deposited on

glass. Third Generation Solar Cell; Nano-Crystal

Solar Cell, Gräetzel Cells, Polymer Solar Cell.

Fourth Generation Solar Cell; Hybride- Nano-

crystal / Polymer solar Sell. Solar Module.





Required Text(s):

C. J. Chen, "Physics of Solar Energy ", John

Willey& Sons, Inc., ISBN: 978-0-470-64780-6,

Literature










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(2011).

P. Würfel and U. Würfel, “Physics of Solar Cells:

From Basic Principles to Advanced Concepts,

Wiley-VCH, (2nd Ed.), ISBN: 978-3-527-40857-3,

(2009).

Godfrey Boyle, “Renewable Energy, Power for a

sustainable future”, Oxford University Press, ISBN-

13: 978-0199261789, (2004).

J. Nelson, “The Physics of Solar Cells, Imperial

College Press, ISBN-13: 978-1860943492, (2003).










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Non-crystalline solids Module name:

7th






Abdellah KAIBA Module coordinator:

Abdellah KAIBA Lecturer:

English Language:


the curriculum:




semester:




Workload:




Examination



Recommended:

PHYS 3710, Solid State 1 Prerequisites: e.g. prior

knowledge

To introduce students to Non-crystalline

(amorphous)solids

To help students get the whole picture of non crystalline

solids

To help students become better abstract and critical

thinkers, using material science as a tool to that end.

To familiarize students with current topics in Non-

crystalline solids.

Targeted learning

outcomes:

Introduction: Distinction between crystalline and

amorphous solids

States of matter: Liquid -Vitereous (Glassy/ Amorphous)

and crystalline.

Basic thermodynamics of amorphous solid.

Glass transition in amorphous and phase diagram

The formation of the glassy state in matters, properties of

oxides glasses.

Preparation of amorphous solids

Experimental techniques used to produce the glass phase.

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Relaxation and diffusion behavior in amorphous solids

Atomic - structure scale of the amorphous solid.

Example of non-crystalline solids.

Proprieties and applications of amorphous solids.


Exam Study / exam achievements:



Required Text(s)

H Zbigniew. Stachurski, “ Fundamentals of Amorphous

Solids: Structure and Properties ”. Wiley-VCH (2015).

G. J Wilfried. H. M. van Sark, Lars Korte, Francesco

Roca ,“Physics and Technology of Amorphous-Crystalline

Heterostructure Silicon Solar Cells”. Springer-Verlag

Berlin Heidelberg (2012).

K.L. Ngai, “Relaxation and Diffusion in Complex

Systems”. Springer (2011).

Telle, R Jason. Pearlstine, A Norman. ,“Amorphous

Materials : Research, Technology and Applications”.

Nova (2009).

Richard Zallen, “The Physics of Amorphous Solids”

WILEY-VCH Verlag GmbH & Co. KGaA, Weinheim

(2008).

A Kenneth. Jackson, “Kinetic Processes: Crystal Growth,

Diffusion, and Phase Transitions in Materials”. Wiley-

VCH Verlag GmbH & Co. KGaA, Weinheim (2005).

R. Rivas, José Rivas Rey and M. A. Lopez-Quintela,

“Non-crystalline and Nanoscale Materials”, World

Scientific Publishing Company, Incorporated, (1998).

Y. Waseda, “The Structure of Non-Crystalline Materials;

Liquids and Amorphous Solids”, N.Y. McGraw-Hill

International Book Company (1980).

Literature










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Biophysics Module name:

8th




------------------------------- Classes, if applicable:

------------------------------- Semester:

--------------------------------- Module coordinator:

-------------------------------- Lecturer:

English Language:


the curriculum:




semester:




Workload:




Examination



Recommended:

PHYS 1010, General physics 1 Prerequisites: e.g. prior

knowledge

Study the biophysics major branches.

Introduce the Bioelectricity.

Enable the students to apply physical techniques in

medicine.

Understand the Molecular Biophysics.

Know students the radiation biophysics.

Targeted learning

outcomes:

Introduction: Interdisciplinary sciences -Biophysics major

branches - historical views. Radiation Biophysics:

Interaction of radiation with matter - use of radiation in

medical applications (therapy and diagnosis). Stochastic

and non stochastic effects - radiation effects on

biomolecules - high linear energy transfer radiation effects:

stopping power and linear energy transfer, relative

biological effectiveness, direct and indirect action of

biological damage - accidental exposure. Bioelectricity:

Nervous system and electricity flow through the body -

cellular equilibrium potential and Nernst equation - electric

potential measurement and applications( electrocardiogram

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ECG, electroencephalogram EEG - electroretinogram ERG

- and electromyogram EMG). Molecular Biophysics:

Elastic pressure of cell membrane, mass diffusion,

electrical potential of membrane – inter-membrane forces.

Applying Physical Techniques in Medicine: Sound

nature and level - production of ultrasound and its use in

therapy and diagnosis - X rays and CT - Magnetic

Resonance Imaging (MRI) - Microscopy techniques -

Electron Paramagnetic Resonance (EPR), Mass

spectrometry - Nuclear medicine and PET therapy.




Required Text(s):

P. O. Scherer and S. Fischer, “Theoretical

Molecular Biophysics”, Springer, (2010).

E. B. Podgorsak, “Radiation Physics for Medical

Physicists, Springer-Verlag”, (2010).

H. Cember and T. A. Johnson, “Introduction to

Health Physics”, McGraw-Hill, (2008).

T. Waigh, “ Applied Biophysics, A molecular

approach for physical scientists”, John Wiley &

Sons, (2007).

I. Serdyuk, N. Zaccai, and J. Zaccai, “Methods in

Molecular Biophysics, Structure, Dynamics,

Function”, Cambridge university press, (2007).

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Modern Physics Lab Module name:

7th






Hesham Shahbander Module coordinator:

Hesham Shahbander Lecturer:

English Language:

Compulsory Course- Classification within

the curriculum:

Lab: 4 hours / per week during the semester hours per week during the

semester:


study, 14 hours office/Tutorial and 14 Seminar = 112 hours Workload:




Examination



Recommended:

PHYS 3710, Solid State Prerequisites: e.g. prior

knowledge

To understanding of basic of advanced Physics

Experimental techniques.

To understanding the concepts of spectroscopy.

To understanding the basics of radiation detectors.

To understanding how Geiger tube works.

To understanding the Geiger tube applications.

Targeted learning

outcomes:

Plotting a Geiger Plateau Statistics of Counting Resolving Time Inverse Square Law Range of Alpha Particles Absorption of Beta Particles Half-Life of Ba-137m Photoelectric Effect Electronic transition and Zeeman Effect Hydrogen Spectrum and Reydberg Constant Electron beam scattering

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Lab techniques Lab Safety Data Acquisition

Pre Lab reports review article, Lab report, Sheet exams,

Presentation, Exp Final Exam Study / exam achievements:

Labwork, experiment simulation Forms of media:

Required Text(s):

Lab Manual Literature










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Graduation Project Module name:

8th Level Module level, if applicable:



Section: 2440, 2448, 2449 and 2450 Classes, if applicable:


Department Staff member Module coordinator:

Department Staff member Lecturer:

English Language:

Compulsory course Classification within

the curriculum:

Lectures and orientation for 2 continuous hours –

Experimental measurements/ formulation or theoretical research

work for 2 continuous hours per week during the semester.

Including time for data analysis and writing short essay


semester:

36 hours face to face teaching and orientation; 42 Work in the

lab, or formulate theoretical work, 8 self-learning gathering

information and literature and 14 hours preparing the final Essay

and presentation

= 100 hours

Workload:


The student must attend 75% from the total meeting time

with his supervisor


Examination

The student must prepared graduation thesis and final

presentation



Recommended:

PHYS 2250, PHYS 3020, PHYS 3230, PHYS 4560 Prerequisites: e.g. prior

knowledge

Develop student’s ability to conduct a literature survey

about the research point and use the scientific periodicals.

Training students to conduct research in either theoretical

or experimental physics.

Training students to analyzing data and treat the scientific

problems and make conclusion.

Develop skills of the students to write a scientific essay.

Giving an oral presentation using Power Point.

Targeted learning

outcomes:

This course deals with specific search points conducted by the

student under the supervision of a specialized faculty member in

addition to the hours in the classroom where the student receive

lectures in the field of research point and methods of scientific

research and its requirements. The topics of graduation project

are either in the field of theoretical physics or in experimental

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physics.

Prepare Graduation thesis,

Oral talk in front of steering committee (3 staff members

including his academic supervisor ),

Steering Committee approve his graduation thesis and oral

talk proficiency

Academic supervisor approve the student contribution

throughout the research project time

Study / exam achievements:

Power point, in-class Tutorial and discussions Forms of media:

Required Text(s)

References are determined based on the research point. Literature

Documents

Module Handbook Form - csh.psau.edu.sa · Study / exam Regular class MCQs and Quiz, Seminar, Final Exam achievements: ... Coulomb’s law – Gauss’s law and Applications - Potential