DIGITAL GAME DESIGN
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
PHY2003	Modern Physics	Spring	3	0	3	4

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Basic information

Language of instruction:	English
Type of course:	Non-Departmental Elective
Course Level:	Bachelor’s Degree (First Cycle)
Mode of Delivery:	Face to face
Course Coordinator :	Assoc. Prof. MUHAMMED AÇIKGÖZ
Recommended Optional Program Components:	None
Course Objectives:	To introduce the fundamentals of relativity, Quantum physics, atomic physics and nuclear physics.

Learning Outcomes

The students who have succeeded in this course;
The students who succeeded in this course;
will be able to understand the special theory of relativity.
will be able to formulate the Lorentz transformation equations.
will be able to formulate relativistic linear momentum and energy.
will be able to discriminate Quantum physics from classical physics.
will be able to formulate wave mechanics.
will be able to apply Schrödinger equation to some applications.
will be able to learn the elementary concepts of Quantum physics.
will be able to define hydrogen atom concept in Quantum physics.
will be able to apply quantum theory to nuclear structure.
will be able to discriminate nuclear reactions; fission and fusion.
will be able to apply quantum theory to nuclear reactions.
will be able to apply quantum theory to elementary particles and their interactions.

Course Content

In this course theory of relativity; the Lorentz transformation equations; basics of Quantum mechanics; Schrödinger equation; principles of the atomic physics and nuclear physics will be taught.

Weekly Detailed Course Contents

Week	Subject	Related Preparation
1)	Introduction to Modern Physics, and Theory of Relativity.
2)	Theory of Relativity.
3)	Quantum Theory of Light; Introduction to the theory and results of waves.
4)	Quantum Physics; The beginnings of quantum theory
5)	Quantum Physics; A basic introduction to quantum mechanics and wave mechanics.
6)	Quantum Physics; probabilities and normalization; SHO
7)	Schrödinger Equation and Quantum Mechanics
8)	Atomic Physics; atomic structure
9)	Atomic Physics; molecular structure
10)	Nuclear Physics; Nuclear structure and Nuclear binding energy, nuclear force, radioactivity
11)	Nuclear Physics applications; Nuclear reactions; fission and fusion; Radiation detectors and applications
12)	Selected Topics
13)	Selected Topics
14)	Selected Topics

Sources

Course Notes / Textbooks:	1) Physics for Scientists and Engineers, eighth editions (2010) by John W. Jewett, Jr. and Raymond A. SERWAY, BROOKS/COLE CENGACE learning. 2) Physics for Scientists and Engineers with Modern Physics, sixth editions (2006) by Raymond A. SERWAY and John W. Jewett, Jr., Brooks/Cole- Thomson Learning.
References:	1) Physics, Principles with applications, 5th edition (1998) by Douglas C. GIANCOLI, Prentice Hall, Upper Saddle River, New Jersey 07458 2) Fundamentals of Physics, 5th edition (1997) by David HALLIDAY, Robert RESNICK and Jearl WALKER, John Wiley &Sons. Inc. New York.

Evaluation System

Semester Requirements	Number of Activities	Level of Contribution
Quizzes	2	% 10
Midterms	1	% 40
Final	1	% 50
Total		% 100
PERCENTAGE OF SEMESTER WORK		% 50
PERCENTAGE OF FINAL WORK		% 50
Total		% 100

ECTS / Workload Table

Activities	Number of Activities	Duration (Hours)	Workload
Course Hours	14	3	42
Study Hours Out of Class	14	2	28
Midterms	1	14	14
Final	1	16	16
Total Workload			100

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)	Comprehend the conceptual importance of the game in the field of communication, ability to implement the player centered application to provide design.
2)	Analyze, synthesize, and evaluate information and ideas from various perspectives.
3)	Analyze the key elements that make up specific game genres, forms of interactions, mode of narratives and understand how they are employed effectively to create a successful game.
4)	Understand game design theories and methods as well as implement them during game development; to make enjoyable, attractive, instructional and immersive according to the target audience.
5)	Understand the technology and computational principles involved in developing games and master the use of game engines.
6)	Understand the process of creation and use of 2D and 3D assets and animation for video games.
7)	Understand and master the theories and methodologies of understanding and measuring player experience and utilize them during game development process.
8)	Comprehend and master how ideas, concepts and topics are conveyed via games followed by the utilization of these aspects during the development process.
9)	Manage the game design and development process employing complete documentation; following the full game production pipeline via documentation.
10)	Understand and employ the structure and work modes of game development teams; comprehend the responsibilities of team members and collaborations between them while utilizing this knowledge in practice.
11)	Understand the process of game publishing within industry standards besides development and utilize this knowledge practice.
12)	Pitching a video game to developers, publishers, and players; mastering the art of effectively communicating and marketing the features and commercial potential of new ideas, concepts or games.