BME3309 Mechanical and Electromagnetic WavesBahçeşehir UniversityDegree Programs BIOMEDICAL ENGINEERINGGeneral Information For StudentsDiploma SupplementErasmus Policy StatementNational QualificationsBologna Commission
BIOMEDICAL ENGINEERING
Bachelor TR-NQF-HE: Level 6 QF-EHEA: First Cycle EQF-LLL: Level 6

Course Introduction and Application Information

Course Code Course Name Semester Theoretical Practical Credit ECTS
BME3309 Mechanical and Electromagnetic Waves Fall
Spring
3 0 3 7
This catalog is for information purposes. Course status is determined by the relevant department at the beginning of semester.

Basic information

Language of instruction: English
Type of course: Departmental Elective
Course Level: Bachelor’s Degree (First Cycle)
Mode of Delivery: Face to face
Course Coordinator : Dr. Öğr. Üyesi HAKAN SOLMAZ
Recommended Optional Program Components: None.
Course Objectives: The course introduces the theory of waves, both mechanical and electromagnetic.

Learning Outcomes

The students who have succeeded in this course;
1. Describe un-damped and damped oscillations.
2. Explain how a mechanical wave is generated, and how it travels through a medium.
3. Explain the relation between frequency and wavelength of a mechanical wave.
4. Explain how an electromagnetic wave is generated, and how it travels.
5. Explain what is meant by the energy of a wave, and how this energy is transmitted.
6. Describe interference, and reflection.
7. Describe Doppler effect and red-shift.

Course Content

Mathematics of undamped and damped oscillations, the concepts of wavelength and frequency, generation and propagation of mechanical and electromagnetic waves, interference, reflection, and diffraction.

Weekly Detailed Course Contents

Week Subject Related Preparation
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1) Second order differential equations revisited. Sustained and damped oscillations.
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2) Mechanical waves. Speed, wavelength and frequency.
3) Interference of waves. Standing waves.
4) Sound waves. Interference and beats. Doppler effect. Shock waves.
5) Electromagnetic waves.
6) Maxwell’s equations.
7) Review and exam.
8) Propagation of electromagnetic waves.
9) Polarization.
10) Electromagnetic spectrum.
11) Light. Interference.
12) Diffraction. Mirrors and lenses.
13) Introduction to lasers.
14) Review.

Sources

Course Notes / Textbooks: 1. D.K. Cheng: Fundamentals of Engineering Electromagnetics, Pearson, 1994.
2. Hugh D. Young, Roger A. Freedman, University Physics (13th Ed.), Pearson, 2012.
References: 1. D.K. Cheng: Fundamentals of Engineering Electromagnetics, Pearson, 1994.
2. Hugh D. Young, Roger A. Freedman, University Physics (13th Ed.), Pearson, 2012.

Evaluation System

Semester Requirements Number of Activities Level of Contribution
Attendance 14 % 0
Quizzes 5 % 30
Midterms 1 % 30
Final 1 % 40
Total % 100
PERCENTAGE OF SEMESTER WORK % 60
PERCENTAGE OF FINAL WORK % 40
Total % 100

ECTS / Workload Table

Activities Number of Activities Duration (Hours) Workload
Course Hours 14 2 28
Application 14 2 28
Study Hours Out of Class 15 6 90
Midterms 1 2 2
Final 1 3 3
Total Workload 151

Contribution of Learning Outcomes to Programme Outcomes

No Effect 1 Lowest 2 Low 3 Average 4 High 5 Highest
           
Program Outcomes Level of Contribution
1) Adequate knowledge of subjects specific to mathematics (analysis, linear, algebra, differential equations, statistics), science (physics, chemistry, biology) and related engineering discipline, and the ability to use theoretical and applied knowledge in these fields in complex engineering problems.
2) Identify, formulate, and solve complex Biomedical Engineering problems; select and apply proper modeling and analysis methods for this purpose 3
3) Design complex Biomedical systems, processes, devices or products under realistic constraints and conditions, in such a way as to meet the desired result; apply modern design methods for this purpose. 2
4) Devise, select, and use modern techniques and tools needed for solving complex problems in Biomedical Engineering practice; employ information technologies effectively. 3
5) Design and conduct numerical or physical experiments, collect data, analyze and interpret results for investigating the complex problems specific to Biomedical Engineering. 1
6) Cooperate efficiently in intra-disciplinary and multi-disciplinary teams; and show self-reliance when working on Biomedical Engineering-related problems. 3
7) Ability to communicate effectively in Turkish, oral and written, to have gained the level of English language knowledge (European Language Portfolio B1 general level) to follow the innovations in the field of Biomedical Engineering; gain the ability to write and understand written reports effectively, to prepare design and production reports, to make effective presentations, to give and receive clear and understandable instructions. 2
8) Recognize the need for life-long learning; show ability to access information, to follow developments in science and technology, and to continuously educate oneself. 1
9) Having knowledge for the importance of acting in accordance with the ethical principles of biomedical engineering and the awareness of professional responsibility and ethical responsibility and the standards used in biomedical engineering applications 1
10) Learn about business life practices such as project management, risk management, and change management; develop an awareness of entrepreneurship, innovation, and sustainable development. 1
11) Acquire knowledge about the effects of practices of Biomedical Engineering on health, environment, security in universal and social scope, and the contemporary problems of Biomedical Engineering; is aware of the legal consequences of Mechatronics engineering solutions. 3