Undergraduate Program of Studies in Physics

CHAIRPERSON Associate Professor

E. Vitoratos

Tel.: +302610996309/ 997487

Fax: +302610996089

E-mail: [email protected]

SECRETARIAT Dimitra Giannakopoulou

University Campus

Dimokritou St.

Tel.: +30 2610 996077

Fax: +30 2610 996089

E-mail: [email protected]

DIVISIONS 1. Division of Applied Physics

2. Division of Condensed Matter

3. Division of Electronics and Computers

4. Division of Theoretical and Mathematical Physics and Philosophy of Science

LABORATORIES Electronics Laboratories

• Atmospheric Physics Laboratory

Astronomy Laboratory

Solid State Physics Laboratory

Dielectric Spectroscopy Laboratory

Laser Laboratory

Renewable Energy Sources Laboratory

Laboratory of Physics of Liquids and Mesophases

• Polymer and Composite Materials Laboratory

Six Laboratory facilities for general use of the Department

DEGREES OFFERED Undergraduate: Ptychio (Four-year degree)

Post-Graduate: M.Sc., Ph.D

The Department of Physics is concerned with the teaching and study of the fundamental laws

and phenomena of nature, from the structure of elementary particles to the structure of the

Universe. In addition, great emphasis is given to the practical importance of Physics as the

foundation of modern technology.

The Department has one of the largest undergraduate student body in the University with over

1200 undergraduates currently enrolled, as well as about 70 postgraduate students. There are

54 faculty members who undertake teaching and research activities. The Department has at its

disposal a small but fully equipped astronomical observatory. The faculty of the Department are

actively involved in the following topics: Conventional energy sources; photoelectric properties

of crystals and amorphous semiconductors; liquid crystals and their applications; optical

properties of liquid crystals; magnetic materials; microelectronic materials; models of ionic

devices; insulating materials and semiconductors; development of pulse gas lasers, femtosecond

pulses; theoretical physics of lasers; non-linear optics; free electron lasers; X-ray diffractometry;

high temperature superconductors; electrical properties and photoconductivity of insulating

materials and polymers; properties of conductive polymers; materials, ionic mixing and

embedding; lithography; atmospheric physics; design and implementation of integrated

circuits; signal processing and image; aids for handicapped people; dynamic astronomy;

mechanical and dynamic systems; theoretical and applied astrophysics; fluid mechanics.

Undergraduate Studies:

1st SEMESTER

ECTS

Credits

PCC101 Mechanics and Fluid Mechanics 8

MCC103 Calculus 6

MCC105 Linear Algebra 3

CCC107 Theory of Probabilities and Errors of Measurements 4

CLC109 Computer Programming I 5

PLC111 Physics Laboratory I 4

Total

30

2nd SEMESTER

ECTS

Credits

PCC102 Thermodynamics – Waves – Optics. 8

MCC104 Analytical Geometry and Vector Analysis 8

MCC106 Ordinary Differential Equations 6

PLC108 Physics Laboratory II ( Mechanics ) 4

CLC110 Computer Programming II - Laboratory 4

Total

30

3rd SEMESTER

ECTS

Credits

PCC201 Electromagnetism I 8

MCC203 Mathematics for Special Applications 7

ECC205 Electronics 5

ACC207 An Introduction to Environmental Physics 3

ACC209 Introduction to Astronomy and Astrophysics 3

PLC211 Physics Laboratory III 4

Total

30

4th SEMESTER

ECTS

Credits

PCC202 Introduction to Modern Physics 5

PCC204 Relativity-Nuclei-Particles 3

PCC206

PCC208

Waves

Classical Mechanics

5

8

ELC210 Electronics Laboratory 5

PLC212 Physics Laboratory IV (Electromagnetism) 4

Total

30

5th SEMESTER

ECTS

Credits

PLC301 Physics Laboratory V 5

PCC303 Quantum Physics I 8

PCC305 Thermal and Statistical Physics 8

GCC307 Chemistry 4

Elective ( Selection of one (1) course of the 7th semester courses,

marked by a star)

5

Total 30

6th SEMESTER

ECTS

Credits

PCC302 Quantum Physics II 9

PCC304 Solid State Physics 7

PCC306 Electromagnetism II 9

Elective ( Selection of one (1) course of the 8th semester courses,

marked by a star)

5

Total

30

Students who have successfully accomplished the right to enroll in the 7th

semester may sign

up for a Major in Physics according to the list below. Students who decide to follow a Major

must sign up for all the compulsory courses of that Major, plus a certain number of electives

from all the electives listed below, until they meet the requirements of graduation.

Alternatively students are free to sign up for at least five (5) compulsory courses and a certain

number of electives until they meet the requirements of graduation.

7th + 8th SEMESTERS

MAJOR IN PHYSICS

PHYSICS WITH MAJOR IN:

“Physics of Technological Materials”

7th SEMESTER

ECTS

Credits

COMPULSORIES

MSC401 Special Topics on Solid State Physics I 5

MSC403 Solid State Physics Laboratory 5

ELECTIVES

MSE411 Semiconducting Devices Laboratory 5

MSE413 *Laboratory of Physics of Fluids and Mesophases 5

MSE415 *Magnetic Materials and Applications 5

MSE417 Senior thesis 10

8th SEMESTER

ECTS

Credits

COMPULSORIES

MSC402 Material Science 5

MSC404 Materials΄ characterization techniques Laboratory 5

MSC406 Special Topics on Statistical Physics 5

ELECTIVES

MSE410 *Introduction to the Polymer Science 5

MSE412 Laboratory of Polymers and Composite Materials 5

MSE414 Special Topics on Solid State Physics II 5

MSE416 *Microelectronic Materials 5

MSE417 Senior thesis 5


“Energy and Environment”

7th SEMESTER

COMPULSORIES

ECTS

Credits

EEC419 Renewable energy sources 5

TAE461 *Fluid Mechanics 5

EEC421 *Physics of the Atmosphere I - Meteorology (+Laboratory) 5

ELECTIVES

EEE423 Atmospheric pollution 5

EEE425 Senior thesis 10

8th SEMESTER

ECTS

Credits

COMPULSORIES

EEC422 Atomic and Molecular Physics 5

EEC424 Renewable energy sources laboratory 5

ELECTIVES

EEE426 Computational Fluid Mechanics 5

EEE428 *Physics of the Atmosphere II (+Laboratory) 5

EEE430 *Solar Energy Systems 5

EEE425 Senior thesis 5


“Photonics”

7th SEMESTER

COMPULSORIES

ECTS

Credits

PHC431 Optoelectronics 5

PHC433 *Applied Optics 5

PHC435 Laser Physics & Lasers’ Laboratory 5

5

ELECTIVES

PHE439 Senior thesis

10

8th SEMESTER

ELECTIVES

EEC422 Atomic and Molecular Physics 5

PHE436 Introductory Quantum Optics 5

PHE438 Lasers and Applications 5

PHE440 *Fiber Optics and Communications 5

PHE439 Senior thesis 5


“Theoretical, Computational Physics and

Astrophysics”

7th SEMESTER

COMPULSORIES

TAC445 Nuclear Physics and Particle Physics 5

TAC447 Astrophysics I 5

TAC449 Computational Physics 5

ELECTIVES

TAE451 * Laboratory Astronomy 5

TAE453 *An introduction to Discrete Mathematics 5

TAE455 * Mechanics of Continuous Media 5

TAE457 Special Topics on Quantum Mechanics 5

TAE459 Field Theory 5

TAE461 *Fluid Mechanics 5

TAE463 Dynamic Systems 5

TAE465 Elements of Stochastic Mathematics 5

TAE467 Senior thesis 10

8th SEMESTER

COMPULSORIES

TAC446 Cosmology 5

TAC448 Modern Physics 5

ELECTIVES

TAE450 *Observational Astrophysics 5

TAE452 *An Introduction to Statistics 5

TAE454 Astrophysics II 5

TAE456 Radioastronomy 5

TAE458 Elementary Particles and Cosmology 5

PHE436 Quantum Optics 5

TAE460 * Astroparticles Physics 5

TAE467 Senior thesis 5

PHYSICS MAJOR IN: “Electronics, Computers

and Signal Processing”

7th SEMESTER

COMPULSORIES

ECTS

Credits

ELC471 * Theory of Signal and Circuit 5

ELC473 Microcomputers: Architecture, Programming and

Applications

5

ELC475 *Analog Electronics 5

ELECTIVES

ELE481 Digital Electronics Laboratory 5

ELE483 Introduction to Telecommunications 5

ELE485 Senior thesis 10

8th SEMESTER

COMPULSORIES

ECTS

Credits

ELC470 *Digital Electronics 5

ELC472 *Digital Signal Processing 5

ELECTIVES

ELE474 *Analog Electronics Laboratory 5

ELE476 Object Oriented Programming 5

ELE478 Microelectronics 5

ELE480 Digital Systems with Microprocessors/Microcontrollers 5

ELE485 Senior thesis 5

ADDITIONAL LIST OF ELECTIVES

7th SEMESTER

ECTS

Credits

NME491 Demonstration Experiments in Physics I 5

NME493 *Cognitive Psychology 5

NME495 *General Biology 5

NME497 *Introduction to Geophysics 5

NME499 *Physical Chemistry 5

8th SEMESTER

ECTS

Credits

NME492 Demonstration Experiments in Physics IΙ 5

NME494 Physics Education 5

NME496 *Basic Finance course 5

NME498 *Applied Acoustics 5

NME500 *Medical Physics 5

1st SEMESTER

Course title Mechanics and Fluid Mechanics

Course code PCC101

Type of course Compulsory

Level of course Undergraduate

Year of study First

Semester First

ECTS credits 8

Name of lecturer(s) P.Papadopoulos, Assis. Prof. K.Pomoni, Assoc. Prof.

Learning outcomes Understanding the basic concepts of particle Mechanics, rigid body Mechanics and fluid Mechanics. Solution of representative examples in order to develop natural intuition and the ability of problems solving.

Competences Physical laws description, familiarization of the students with examples from everyday life, development of critical ability, in depth understanding of basic terms as well as ability of problem solving.

Prerequisites Basic knowledge of Mathematics and Physics

Course contents 1. Units,Physical quantities, Vectors 2. Motion along a straight line 3. Motion in two and three dimensions 4. The Newton‟s laws 5. Applying Newton‟s laws 6. Work and Kinetic Energy 7. Potential Energy and Conservation of Energy 8. Linear Momentum, Impulse and Collisions 9. Rigid Body Rotation 10. Rotation Dynamics 11. Equilibrium and Elasticity 12. Gravitation 13. Periodical Motions 14. Fluid Mechanics

Recommended reading 1. University Physics, H.D.Young 2. Physics for scientists & engineers Serway 3. PHYSICS, Halliday-Resnick-Krane 4. PHYSICS, OHANIAN 5. FUNDAMENTAL UNIVERSITY PHYSICS, ALONSO-FINN 6. MECHANICS, BERKELEY PHYSICS COURSE

Teaching and learning methods Lectures, typical examples, solution of selected problems, demonstration experiments in Physics.

Assessment ang grading methods Two intermediate examines, final examines

Language of instruction Greek

Course title Calculus

Course code MCC103



Year of study First

Semester First

ECTS credits 6

Name of lecturer(s) Assis. Prof. B. Zafiropoulos. Assis. Prof. G. Brodimas.

Learning outcomes The knowledge of basic Calculus.

Competences Mathematical Modelling of Physical Problems.

Prerequisites Basic Lyceum mathematics.

Course contents 1) Numbers. 2) Function of one Independent Variable. 3) Limits and Continuity of Functions. 4) Derivatives. 5) Applications of Derivatives in the Study of Functions. 6) Series. 7) Indefinite and Definite Integrals. 8) Applications.

Recommended reading 1) Β. Ν. Εafiropoulos, MATHEMATICAL ANALYSIS, Univ. of Patras, Δd. 2010. 2) Β. Ν. Εafiropoulos, G. N. Brodimas, APPLICATIONS OF MATHEMATICAL ANALYSIS, Univ. of Patras, Δd. 2010. 3) F. Ayres, ΓΔΝΗΚΑ ΜΑΘΖΜΑΣΗΚΑ, translation by S. K. Persidis and Υ. Κ. Σerzidis, Schaum‟s Outline Series of «Theory and Problems of Differential and Integral Calculus», McGraw-Hill, ΔSPΗ Publ., Athens 2009. 4) L. I. Holder, J. DeFranza, J. M. Pasachoff, CALCULUS, Sec. Ed., Brooks/Cole Publ. California, 1994.

Teaching and learning methods Lectures, power point presentations, and homework. The use of computational algebra is recommended.

Assessment and grading methods Two preliminary exams and a final written exam.


Course title Linear Algebra

Course code MCC105



Year of study First

Semester First

ECTS credits 3

Name of lecturer(s) Assoc. Prof. D. Sourlas

Learning outcomes The student will be able to

Solve linear systems with systematic methods.

Apply the generalization of the concepts of the measure, the inner product, etc. in places beyond the traditional vector spaces R2 and R3.

Correspond operators to matricies and study the diagonalization of these.

Competences Ability of the new mathematical concepts in different branches of Physics.

Prerequisites Students should have basic knowledge of Algebra, Mathematical Analysis and Analytic Geometry taught in high school.

Course contents 1. Algebraic Structures 2. Algebra of Matrices – Determinants 3. Linear Systems 4. Vector Spaces 5. Inner product Spaces 6. Linear Operators and Transformations 7. Eigenvalues and eigenvectors

Recommended reading 1. «An introduction to Linear Algebra» A.O. Morris, Press G.Α. Pnevmatikos 1980.

2. «Linear Algebra» S. Lipschutz and M. Lipton, Schaum’s Outline Series 2001. 3. « Linear Algebra through Geometry» T.F. Banchoff and J. Wermer, Press

Leader Books 2009.

Teaching and learning methods Lectures in clalkboard

Assessment ang grading methods Final written examination. For the passing grades the following correspondence normally holds

5 E, 6 D, 7 C, 8 B and 9 A


Course title Theory of Probabilities and Errors Analysis of Measurements

Course code CCC107



Year of study First

Semester First

ECTS credits 4

Name of lecturer(s) S.Sakkopoulos, Prof.

Learning outcomes Understanding the reason behind the calculation of the inevitable uncertainty (error) connected with every experimental result

Competences The capability of the reliable and objective calculation of the error based on the Probability Theory

Prerequisites Elementary knowledge of Probability Theory and Calculus from the Secondary School

Course contents INTRODUCTION What is error of measurement? Significant figures of the error and the experimental value. Systematic and Accidental errors. Error Propagation. BASIC CONCEPTS FROM THE PROBABILITY THEORY Elementary relations of probabilities. Mean values. Binomial distribution, Gauss and Poisson distributions. STATISTICAL ANALYSIS OF EXPERIMENTAL RESULTS Mean value, standard deviation of a series of measurements and standard deviation of the mean. Histogram and limiting distribution of a series of measurements. Limiting distribution Gauss of accidental errors. Proof of the general expression of the error propagation. Combination of measurements of the same physical quantity bearing different errors.

Recommended reading “An Introduction to Error Analysis”, John R. Taylor “The Analysis of Physical Measurements”, E.M. Pugh θαη G.M. Winslow

Teaching and learning methods Lectures

Assessment ang grading methods Examinations

Language of instruction GREEK

Course title Computer Programming I

Course code CLC109



Year of study 1st

Semester 1st

ECTS credits 5

Name of lecturer(s) D. Bakalis, Assistant Professor V. Anastassopoulos, Professor Z. Psillakis, Assistant Professor Th. Argyreas G. Souliotis

Learning outcomes At the end of this course the student should be able to 1. use the computer to solve specific problems by creating

structured computer programs in Fortran or C++. 2. analyze existing structured computer programs writtten in Fortran

or C++ and define their operation. 3. extend or debug existing structured computer programs written in

Fortran or C++. 4. recognize similarities and differences between the various

structures of the two programming languages Fortran and C++.

Competences At the end of the course the student will have further developed the following skills/competences

1. Computer skills. 2. Ability to demonstrate knowledge and understanding of essential

facts, concepts, principles and theories relating to structured computer programming.

3. Ability to apply such knowledge and understanding to the solution of qualitative and quantitative problems of an unfamiliar nature.

4. Ability to adopt and apply methodology to the solution of unfamiliar problems.

5. Study skills needed for continuing professional development. 6. Ability to interact with others on inter or multidisciplinary

problems.

Prerequisites There are no prerequisite courses.

Course contents Introduction to Computers: Data Representation. Hardware and Software.

Structured Programming with Fortran/C++: Programming Fundamentals. Data Types. Data Structures. Constants and Variables. Data Processing. Control Statements. Repetition Statements. Arrays. Subprograms (Functions, Subroutines). File I/O.

Laboratory Exercises on Using Computers and on Structured Programming with Fortran and C++.

Recommended reading 1) H. Schildt, "C++ Step by Step", Μ. Giourdas, 2005. (A textbook translated in Greek language)

2) H. Schildt, "Learn C++ from zero", Kleidarithmos, 2004. (A textbook translated in Greek language)

3) V. Geroyannis, "The Programming Language Fortran", 2011. (A textbook in Greek language)

4) Al. Karakos, "Fortran 77/90/95 & Fortran 2003 (2nd ed)", Kleidarithmos, 2007. (A textbook in Greek language)

5) N. Karampetakis, "Introduction to Fortran 90/95", Zhth, 2002. (A textbook in Greek language)

Teaching and learning methods Lectures using MS Powerpoint presentations. Problem-solving seminars. Computer-supported practice in the Computer Laboratory.

Assessment ang grading methods

1) Examination in the Laboratory (25% of the final mark)

2) Written examination (75% of the final mark) Greek grading scale: 1 to 10. Minimum passing grade: 5.

Grades 3 correspond to ECTS grade F. Grade 4 corresponds to ECTS grade FX. For the passing grades the following correspondence normally

holds:

5 E, 6 D, 7 C, 8 B and 9 A

Language of instruction Greek. Instruction may be given in English if foreign students attend the course.

Course title Physics Laboratory I

Course code PLC111



Year of study First

Semester First

ECTS credits 4

Name of lecturer(s) Prof. S. Sakkopoulos Assis. Prof. V. Papatheou, , Prof. V. Vitoratos, Assis. Prof. G.Leftheriotis Assis. Prof. V. Loukopoulos, K. Katsidimas

Learning outcomes The acquisition of basic experience on the collection and exploitation of experimental results

Competences Familiarization of the students with basic techniques, as the drawing of curves with decimal, semilogarithmic and logarithmic axes and the carrying out of measurements with simple instruments

Prerequisites Elementary knowledge of probability theory and calculus from the secondary school

Course contents 1. DRAWING OF A CURVE Decimal, Semilogarithmic and Logarithmic Axes

2. LEAST SQUARES METHOD 3. STANDARD DEVIATION OF A SERIES OF MEASUREMENTS

AND OF THEIR MEAN VALUE 4. LENGTH MEASUREMENT WITH CALLIPER AND

MICROMETER. CALCULATION OF DENSITY 5. MEASUREMENT OF THE GRAVITY ACCELERATION WITH

THE SIMPLE PENDULUM 6. MEASUREMENT OF THE VISCOSITY COEFFICIENT WITH

THE DROPPING OF SMALL SPHERES 7. OHM‟ S LAW

Recommended reading “Probability and Statistics”, Murray Spiegel (Greek translation) “ Leçons de Marie Curie”, Ed. Bénédicte Leclercq (Greek translation)

Teaching and learning methods Lectures. Carrying out of measurements and calculations in the lab

Assessment and grading methods

Reports after each experiment Examinations.


2nd

SEMESTER

Course title Heat – Waves - Optics

Course code PCC102



Year of study First

Semester Second

ECTS credits 8

Name of lecturer(s) A. Argyriou, Assoc. Prof. P. Papadopoulos, Assis. Prof.

Learning outcomes At the end of this course the student should be able to 1. Know the principles and laws of thermodynamics, heat transfer,

waves and optics.

2. Apply the above knowledge in order to explain related phenomena and solve problems.

Competences At the end of the course the student will have further developed the following skills/competences:

1. To be acquainted with and understand the essential theory, principles and notions related to thermodynamics, heat transfer, mechanical waves, geometrical and physical optics.

2. To apply this knowledge in order to solve qualitative and quantitative problems related to the course topics.

3. To acquire the necessary background in order to be able to easily follow advanced Physics courses using notions related to the topics of the current course.

4. To interact with others in topics related to thermodynamics, heat transfer, mechanical waves, geometrical and physical optics.

Prerequisites There are no prerequisite courses. It is however recommended that students should have at least a basic knowledge of calculus.

Course contents 1) Heat

Temperature and Heat

Thermal properties of matter

1st Law of Thermodynamics

2nd Law of Thermodynamics 2) Waves

Mechanical Waves

Sound and Acoustics 3) Optics

Nature and propagation of light

Geometrical optics and optical instruments

Interference

Refraction

Recommended reading 1. Young H.D, Παλεπηζηεκηαθή Φπζηθή, Δθδόζεηο Παπαδήζε, Αζήλα, 1994.

2. Serway R.A., Physics for Scientists and Engineers, (Διιεληθή έθδνζε), Βηβιηνπωιείν Κνξθηάηε, Αζήλα, 1992.

3. Resnik R., Halliday D., Krane K.S., Φπζηθή, Έθδνζε Γ. & Α. Πλεπκαηηθόο, 2009.

Teaching and learning methods Lectures using power-point presentations. Problem-solving seminars for

the instructive solution of synthetic problems. Solving of critical questions by the students during the lecture time. Demonstration experiments.


Written examination. Optional intermediate tests. Greek grading scale: 1 to 10. Minimum passing grade: 5. Grades 3 correspond to ECTS grade F. Grade 4 corresponds to ECTS grade FX. For the passing grades the following correspondence normally holds: 5 E, 6 D, 7 C, 8 B and 9 A

Language of instruction Greek. Instruction may be given in English if foreign students attend the course, after authorization of the University.

Course title Analytical Geometry and Vector Analysis

Course code MCC104



Year of study First

Semester Second

ECTS credits 8

Name of lecturer(s) D.Sourlas, Assoc. Prof., V. Loukopoulos, Assistant Professor

Learning outcomes At the end of this course the student should be able to 1. to calculate multi integrals 2. to solve physical problems 3. to interpret the results of the solution of the physical problems

using thw mathematical concepts of the course.


7. Ability to apply the new mathematical concepts to physical problems for example in Electromagnetism, Fluids Mechanics et al.

Prerequisites 1. Mathematical Analysis 2. Linear Algebra

Course contents Α. Analytical Geometry 1. Point in Space. 2. Straight line in plane. 3. Plane and straight line in space 4. Curves of degree 2 in plane- Conic sections. 5. Study oh the equation degree 2. 6. Polar coordinates. 7. Surfaces. 8. Basic concepts of Classical Differential Geometry.

Β. Vector Analysis

1. Algebra of vectors. 2. Vector functions. 3. Scalar fields – Directional derivative – Gradient. 4. Vector fields – Diverge – Rotation. 5. Linear integrals. 6. Double integrals. 7. Volume integrals. 8. Surface integrals. 9. Green, Stokes θαη Gauss‟s theorems. 10. Maximum and minimum.

Recommended reading 1. “Vector Analysis»”, D. Sourlas, Press Symmetry, 2010, (A text book in Greek language).

2. “Analytical Geometry”, D. Sourlas, Press Arakinthos, 2008, (A text book in Greek language).

3. “Vector Calculus”, J. Marsden, A. Tromba, Press University of Creta,2005 (in Greek translation).

4. “Differential and Integral Calculus”, Σ. Apostol, Press Pechlivanidis 1961, (in Greek translation).

5. “Vector Calculus”, G. Thomas, R. Finney, Press of University of Creta 1997, (in Greek translation).

6. “Calculus one and several variables”, S. Salas, E. Hille, J. Anderson, Press John Wiley 1986

Teaching and learning methods Lectures in classical way, (chalkboard), and use of power-point represantations and the software Maple.


1. Two optional test-examinations with weight marks 0.1 and 0.2 respectively.

2. Final written examination, in the mark of which is adding the sum of the two previous optional test-examinations.

Greek grading scale: 1 to 10. Minimum passing grade: 5.


holds:

5 E, 6 D, 7 C, 8 B and 9 A


Course title Ordinary Differential equations

Course code MCC106



Year of study 1st

Semester 2nd

ECTS credits 6

Name of lecturer(s) D. Sourlas, Assoc. Prof.

Learning outcomes At the end of this course the student should be able to 1. approach a physical problem from mathematical point of view 2. formulate the differential equation, whose solution describes the

physical problem.

Competences At the end of this course the student will have further developed the following skills/competences

1. Ability to demonstrate knowledge and understanding of essential concepts, principles and theories relating to Differential Equations.

2. Ability to apply such knowledge and understanding to the solution of qualitative and quantitative physical problems.


Prerequisites 1. Mathematical Analysis 2. Linear Algebra

Course contents 1. Basic concepts of Differential Equations 2. Existence and Uniqueness of a solution of differential equations

1s order. 3. Differential Equations 1s order. 4. Integrated factor. Γξακκηθέο Γ.Δ. n ηάμεο. 5. Laplace transform and its applications. 6. Some cases of Differential Equations. 7. Euler Equations. 8. Methods of Series. 9. Systems of Differential Equations. 10. Difference Equations.

Recommended reading 1. “Ordinary Differential Equations”, D. Sourlas, Press Symmetry, 2010, (A textbook in Greek language).

2. ”Elementary Differential Equations and Boundary Value Problems”, W. Boyce, R. Diprima, Press N.T.U.A, greek translation 1999.

3. “Differential Equations”, S. Trachanas,Press University of Creta, 1989.

4. “Differential Equations”, Thomas Kiventidis, Press Ziti, 1987. 5. “Ordinary Differential Equations”, N. Stavrakakis, Press

Papasotiriou, 1997.

Teaching and learning methods Lectures in classical way, (chalkboard), and use of power-point represantations and Maple.


1. Two optional test-examinations with weight marks 0.1 and 0.2 respectively.

2. Final written examination, in the mark of which is adding the sum of the two previous optional test-examinations.



holds:

5 E, 6 D, 7 C, 8 B and 9 A


Course title Physics Laboratory II ( Mechanics )

Course code PLC108



Year of study First

Semester Second

ECTS credits 4

Name of lecturer(s) V.Papatheou, Assist. Professor P.Persefonis, Professor K.A. Thoma, Assoc. Professor M. Fakis, Lecturer G.Brodimas, Lecturer N. Tsimberis, Lecturer

Learning outcomes By the end of this course the student will a) be familiar with the basic instruments b) learn to take the necessary measurements c) learn to make measure processing, doing calculations and graphs. d) learn to write down everything that make during the laboratory task. e) learn to compare the experimental result with the theoretical one.

Competences By the end of this course the student will further develop the following competences a) Ability to apply many lows of Mechanics in practice. b) Ability to apply the knowledge of the fundamental data, concepts, principles and theories related to Mechanics, finding ways to achieve the final goal of each suggested task.

c) Ability to interact with others on physics problems.

Prerequisites a) The students should have the knowledge from Physics Laoratory Η, in our Department b) The students should have at least basic knowledge of Mechanics.

Course contents 1. Gravity acceleration calculation. 2. Mechanical conservation of energy and Maxwell disk moment of inertia

calculation. 3. Torsion modulus of a metallic bar. 4. Viscosity measurement of a liquid with the Ostwald viscometer. 5. Investigation of the relationship between flow resistance and the shape

and the shape of the surface condition of a body. 6. Investigation of the pressure distribution on an aerofoil in an air current. 7. Study of elastic and inelastic collition. 8. Free damped vibrations and damped vibrations with a driving force.

Recommended reading Mechanics R. Serway Mechanics D. Halliday-R.Resnick Mechanics H.Young Mechanics K. Aιεμόπνπινο (in Greek)

Teaching and learning methods During the three-hour lab, the students work in pairs to design and create the required circuits, take and process the appropriate measurements, draw the corresponding diagrams and calculate the physical quantities that constitute the task‟s goal.

Assessment and grading methods a)Oral examination during each lab (70% of the final mark) b) writing submission for each task (30% of the final mark). In case the final mark is lower than 5, the student is obliged to take a practical examination. This involves the theoretical examination on a randomly chosen task and its experimental implementation


Course title Computer Programming II – Laboratory

Course code CLC110



Year of study 1st

Semester 2nd

ECTS credits 4

Name of lecturer(s) D. Bakalis, Assistant Professor V. Anastassopoulos, Professor Z. Psillakis, Assistant Professor Th. Argyreas

Learning outcomes At the end of this course the student should be able to 1. use the computer to solve specific problems by creating

structured and/or object-oriented computer programs in Fortran or C++.

2. analyze existing structured or object-oriented computer programs writtten in Fortran or C++ and define their operation.

3. extend or debug existing structured or object-oriented computer programs written in Fortran or C++.

4. define and use the object-oriented structures of C++.


1. Computer skills. 2. Ability to demonstrate knowledge and understanding of essential

facts, concepts, principles and theories relating to structured and object-oriented programming.



5. Study skills needed for continuing professional development. 6. Ability to interact with others on inter or multidisciplinary

problems.

Prerequisites There are no prerequisite courses. It is however recommended that students should have at least a basic knowledge on programming with Fortran and C++.

Course contents Object-Oriented Programming with C++: Structs. Classes and Objects. Function Overloading. Operator Overloading. Class Inheritance. Polymorphism. Laboratory Exercises on Structured Programming with Fortran and C++ and on Object-Oriented Programming with C++.

Recommended reading D. Bakalis, «Computer Programming II – Laboratory Exercises», 2012 (A textbook in Greek language)

Teaching and learning methods Lectures using MS Power-point presentations. Problem-solving seminars. Computer-supported practice in the Computer Laboratory.


1. Written examination in the middle of the semester (30% of the final mark) 2. Written examination at the end of the semester (70% of the final

mark) a. Greek grading scale: 1 to 10. Minimum passing grade:

5.

b. Grades 3 correspond to ECTS grade F. c. Grade 4 corresponds to ECTS grade FX.

For the passing grades the following correspondence normally

holds: 5 E, 6 D, 7 C, 8 B and 9 A


3rd

SEMESTER

Course title Electromagnetism I

Course code PCC201



Year of study 2nd

Semester 3rd

ECTS credits 8

Name of lecturer(s) D. Skarlatos, Assistant. Professor

Learning outcomes Σhrough the course the students will get an in-depth understanding of a) The basic principles and laws that govern the phenomena of static

electricity and magnetism, the analogies and differences between them, as well as the fundamental experiments that revealed them.

b) The basic principles and laws that govern the phenomena of dynamic electricity and the fundamental experiments that revealed them.

c) The basic principles and laws that govern the phenomena of electromagnetism and the fundamental experiments that revealed them.

d) The practical applications in every day life and industry of electrostatic, magentostatic and electromagnetic phenomena.

Competences At the end of the course, the students will have further developed the following skills:

- Ability to demonstrate knowledge and understanding of the basic principles and laws governing the phenomena of static electricity, magnetism and electromagnetism.

- Ability to explain phenomena related to static electricity, magnetism and electromagnetism in every day life.

- Ability to solve complex problems, either purely theoretical or arising from every day experience.

- Study skills required for their further professional development.

Prerequisites There are no prerequisite courses. At least basic knowledge of Mechanics, Integral Calculus and Vector Analysis

Course contents 1. Electric interaction – Electric charge and Coulomb‟s law 2. The static electric field in vacuum (vector and scalar description)

–Gauss‟s law-Electric dipole 3. Conductors in electrostatic equilibrium –Capacitance and

Capacitors 4. Dielectrics - Polarization of dielectrics - Gauss‟s law in the

presence of polarized dielectrics 5. Electric current – Conductivity of solid conductors - Resistance

and Ohm‟s law 6. Electromotive force and direct current circuits 7. Magnetic interaction and its origin 8. The static magnetic field in vacuum - Biot / Savart law –

Ampere‟s law - Gauss‟s law in Magnetism -Magnetic dipole 9. Magnetisation of matter 10. Electromagnetic induction – Faraday‟s law 11. Inductance and Mutual Inductance 12. Alternating currents (general properties) – Alternating current

circuits 13. Maxwell‟s equations .and introduction to Electromagnetic Waves

Recommended reading 1) R.A.Serway "Physics for scientists & engineers", 3rd Edition (translation in Greek) 2) H.D.Young

"University Physics" ,8th Edition (translation in Greek) 3) Lecture notes on advanced topics

Teaching and learning methods - Lectures using blackboard accompanied by 100 detailed-solved examples of variable difficulty

- Powerpoint presentations - Demonstration of basic experiments of Electromagnetism (live or

in video)


(a) Two Intermediate Examinations during the semester on all topics covered until one week before the examination

(b) Final Examination Final grade = (1rst Intermediate Examination grade x 0.1) + (2nd Intermediate Examination grade x 0.2) + (Final Examination grade x 0.7) Greek grading scale: 1 to 10. Minimum passing grade: 5.


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Course title Mathematics for special applications

Course code MCC203



Year of study 2nd

Semester 3rd

ECTS credits 7

Name of lecturer(s) D. Sourlas, Assoc. Professor V. Loukopoulos, Assistant Professor

Learning outcomes At the end of this course the student should be able to 1. To know the order of PDE, if the PDE is linear or non linear,

homogeneous or not, as well the type of PDE. 2. To be able to choose the suitable methodology for the solution of

linear and non linear PDEs. 3. To be able to choose the suitable methodology for the solution of

the elliptic, hyperbolic and parabolic type PDEs. 4. To be able to solve PDEs in a Cartesian, polar, cylindrical and

spherical system of coordinates. To be able to apply the method of of separation of variables, the method of eigenfunctions and the method of integral transformations.

5. To be able to define the physical problem, the mathematical problem and to select the suitable method for the solution, and after that to valuate and interpret the results.

6. To be able to develop a function in a Fourier series and to apply the Fourier Integral Transformations.

7. To be able to solve problems of mechanics, electrics, fluid mechanics, quantum mechanics, heat transfer, etc.

8. To know how to derivate or integrate a complex function. 9. To be able to develop a complex function in a series. 10. To be able to solve physical problems with the application of

conformal mapping.


1. Ability to demonstrate knowledge and understanding of essential facts, concepts, principles and theories relating to the concepts of PDEs, Fourier Series and Complex Analysis.



4. Study skills needed for continuing professional development. 5. Ability to interact with others on physics or multidisciplinary

problems.

Prerequisites There are no prerequisite courses. It is however recommended that students should have at least a basic knowledge of Advanced Calculus and Analysis, and Ordinary Differential Equations.

Course contents Partial Differential Equations – Fourier Series–Fourier Integral– Fourier Transforms– Complex Analysis : 1. Basic definitions. 2. The one-dimensional wave equation. 3. Transverse oscillations of an elastic membrane. 4. Heat flow in a specific direction. 5. Continuity equation. 6. The method of separation of variables. 7. The wave equations in polar and spherical system of coordinates. 8. The eigenvalue problem Ly=ιy. The theorem of Sturm-Liouville.

9. Laplace equation in Cartesian, polar, cylindrical and spherical system of coordinates. Dirichlet‟s problem. 10. Fourier Series. Fourier Integral. Applications. 11. Wave propagation along an elastic chord of infinite length. 12. Poisson equation. Helmholtz equation. 13. Fourier Transforms. 14. Complex numbers. 15. Complex functions. 16. Derivative of complex function. 17. Complex integration. 18. Integral types of Cauchy and theorems. 19 Taylor-Laurent Series and Integral residuals. 20. Conformal mapping.

Recommended reading 1. Farlow, S.J., “ Partial Differential Equations for Scientists and Engineers”, Dover,1993.

2. Sokolnikoff, I.S, θαη Redheffer, R.M., “Mathematics in Physics and Modern Engineering”, McGraw Hill, New York 1966.

3. Tikhonov, A.N. θαη Samarskii, A.A., “ Equations of Mathematical Physics”, Dover, New York 1990.

Teaching and learning methods Lectures using slides for overhead projector and/or power-point presentations. Problem-solving seminars for the instructive solution of synthetic problems.


Written examination (100% of the final mark) Greek grading scale: 1 to 10. Minimum passing grade: 5.


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Course title Electronics

Course code ECC205



Year of study 2nd

Semester 3rd

ECTS credits 5

Name of lecturer(s) I. Haritantis, Professor C. Psychalinos, Associate Professor

Learning outcomes At the end of this course the student should be able to 1. Understand the principles of operation of the fundamental

electronic devices (diodes, transistors). 2. Identify the basic applications of diodes, and describe their

operation. 3. Identify the basic applications of transistors and describe their

operation. 4. Identify the basic applications of operational amplifierts, and

describe their operation. 5. Identify the basic digital logic topologies, and describe their

operation.


1. Ability to demonstrate knowledge and understanding of essential facts, concepts, principles and theories relating to electronics.



4. Study skills needed for continuing professional development.

5. Ability to interact with others on electronic circuits problems.

6. Ability to apply the basic principles of circuit analysis to analyze and synthesize electronic circuits.

7. Ability to use simulators of electronic circuits (e,.g. SPICE).

Prerequisites There are no prerequisite courses. It is however recommended that students should have at least a basic knowledge of Organic Chemistry.

Course contents 1. Basics of Semiconductor Physics and Devices. 2. Diodes: fundamental principles and applications. 3. Bipolar Transistors: fundamental principles and applications. Design of

Simple Amplifiers Using Bipolar Transistors: Common-Emitter and Common-Collector amplifiers.

4. Operational Amplifiers: fundamental principles and applications. 5. Introduction to Digital Circuits. Introduction to the Circuit Analysis using

SPICE.

Recommended reading 1. I. Haritantis: «Electronics Η», Arakinthos Pulications, 2006. 2. R. Jaeger: «Microelectronics»” Vol. Α, Tziolas Publications, 1999.

Teaching and learning methods Lectures using slides for overhead projector and/or power-point presentations. Problem-solving seminars for the instructive solution of synthetic problems. Collaborative problem-solving work by the students.




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Course title An Introduction to Environmental Physics

Course code ΑCC207



Year of study 2nd

Semester 3rd

ECTS credits 3

Name of lecturer(s) Andreas Kazantzidis, Assistant Professor

Learning outcomes At the end of this course the student should be able to 1. Identify the basic characteristics of the environment and the

principal laws of environmental physics 2. Apply these laws in up-to-date environmental issues


1. to know and understand the basic theories and principles that are related with environmental physics

2. to apply this knowledge for the quantitative and qualitative solutions of environmental problems

3. to acquire the needed knowledge and experience to follow relevant courses that are related with environmental physics

4. to interact with others on inter or multidisciplinary problems.

Prerequisites There are no prerequisite courses. It is however recommended that students should have at least a basic knowledge of Thermodynamics, Optics and Fluid Mechanics.

Course contents 1. Environment and radiation Solar and thermal radiation, Structure of the atmosphere, Ozone and ultraviolet radiation, Greenhouse effect and climate change, Radiative balance, Elements of weather and climate 2. Atmospheric Pollution Chemical compounds, Aerosols, Elements of fluid mechanics, Dispersion of atmospheric pollutants, Turbulence, Measurements and model of atmospheric pollution 3. Energy Elements of thermodynamics, Heat transfer, Solar Energy, Renewable energy sources, Nuclear energy 4. Noise Elements of acoustics, Noise and humans. Noise regulation

Recommended reading 1. “Introduction to Environmental Physics”, Α. Argiriou and Μ. Yiannouli (A textbook in Greek language)

2. “Introduction to Atmospheric Physics”, C. Zerefos, Eds Papasotiriou, 2008 (A textbook in Greek language)

3. “Principles of environmental Physics, John Monteith and Mike Unsworth, Academic Press, 2008

4. “Environmental Physics”, Egbert Boeker and Rienk van Grondelle, John Wiley & Sons, 2nd edition, 1999

5. “Environmental Physics”, Clare Smith, Routledge, 2001

Teaching and learning methods Lectures using power-point presentations. Problem-solving seminars for the instructive solution of synthetic problems. Solving of critical questions by the students during the lecture time.




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Course title Introduction to Astronomy and Astrophysics

Course code ΑCC209



Year of study 2nd

Semester 3rd

ECTS credits 3

Name of lecturer(s) V. Geroyannis, Professor P. Christopoulou, Lecturer

Learning outcomes At the end of this course the student should be able to 1. understand the daily and annual motions of the celestial objects

on the night sky and the place of Earth in the Universe. 2. estimate the observational physical properties associated with

the structure, evolution and death of stars, know how to classify and to compare them.

3. describe the modern systems of detecting and analyzing information from astronomical sources.

4. describe the main characteristics of quiet and energetic Sun. 5. know the constituents of the current Solar System in order to

understand the origin and the evolution of planetary systems. 6. describe the shape, size and contents of our Galaxy and other

galaxies of different shapes, compare and classify them. 7. know the current view of the structure of the Universe and the

observational evidence of cosmological models. 8. evaluate the evolutionary scenarios of the Universe and the

questions of modern cosmology.


1. ability to apply the fundamental physics concepts, principles and theories relating to the study of celestial objects, starting with our own solar system and expanding out to other stars or other galaxies.

2. study skills needed to estimate the observable physical parameters of objects of astronomical interest.

3. familiarity with current ideas in astronomy and astrophysics as well as knowledge of the Universe and our place in it.

Prerequisites There are no prerequisite courses

Course contents 1. Fundamental Concepts of (i) positional astronomy, (ii) astrophysics (luminosity, magnitude, color, temperature, parallax) (iii) mechanics (gravity, Newton‟s laws, Kepler‟s laws) (iv) of the physics of light and (v) physics of black body.

2. Telescopes. 3. Physics of the Solar System: The Sun (I), Morphology and

Atmospheres of the Planets. Models of the Interior of the Planets. Satellites. Formation of the Solar System. Asteroids. Comets. Meteorites. Kuiper Belt.

4. Stellar Physics: The Sun (II). Energy generation. Birth and evolution on the HR diagram. Stellar deaths.

5. Cosmology: Our Galaxy, Galaxies, Clusters and superclusters of galaxies. Active galaxies. Quasars. Cosmological theories (the Early Universe and the Evolution of the Universe). Observational evidence of cosmological models.

Recommended reading Textbooks in Greek language. 1. α) «Introduction to Modern Astronomy». X. Varvoglis & Η.

Seiradakis, 1994, Gartaganis editions, Thessaloniki. β) Astrophysics Vol II Shu H. Frank 2003 Crete University Press

2. Astrophysics Vol I & II Shu H. Frank. Crete University Press

3. «Introduction to Astronomy and Astrophysics» Δ-P Christopoulou & C. Goudis, Lecture Notes, Patras University Press

4. «Introduction to Cosmology» V. Geroyannis, Lecture Notes, Patras University Press

Teaching and learning methods Lectures using power-point presentations and animations, problem-solving and multiple choice on the web-course page, video presentations, oral presentations, visit to the University Observatory. The lectures are designed to introduce and explain scientific concepts, to stimulate interest in the reading material, to expand on the reading material, and, in some cases, to introduce topics not covered in the textbook. Students are encouraged to ask questions during the lectures and to present oral information on historical astronomical discoveries.


Written examination (100% of the final mark). Greek grading scale: 1 to 10. Minimum passing grade: 5.


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Course title Physics Laboratory III (Thermodynamics, Waves and Optics )

Course code PLC211



Year of study 2nd

Semester 3rd

ECTS credits 4

Name of lecturer(s) E. Mytilineou, S. Couris: Professors A. Argiriou, J. Tripanagnostopoulos: Assoc. Prof. E. Xristopoulou, N. Tsiberis: Lecturers K. Katsidimas: ETEP

Learning outcomes At the end of this course the student By the end of this course the student will

1. be familiar with the basic instruments 2. learn to design appropriate experiments 3. learn to implement them 4. learn to take the necessary measurements 5. realize the direct application of his theoretical knowledge.

Competences Thermodynamics, Waves and Optics

At the end of the course the student will have further developed the following skills/competences

1. Ability to demonstrate knowledge and understanding of the fundamental data, concepts, principles and theories related to Thermodynamics, Waves and Optics.

2. Ability to apply this knowledge and understanding on finding ways to achieve the final goal of each suggested task.

3. Ability to adopt and apply the suggested methodology. 4. Competences of selecting, using and exploring the abilities of

instruments required for the tasks. 5. Ability to interact with others on physics or interdisciplinary

problems.

Prerequisites There are no prerequisite courses. It is however recommended that students should have at least a basic knowledge of Thermodynamics, Waves and Optics

Course contents This course consists of 8 experiments that help the students to understand better the course of Physics II: Thermodynamics, Waves and Optics that is based on the book of Serway, Physics for Scientists and Engineers, Vol III. The titles are:

Transverse and longitudinal waves.

Thermal expansion of insulators and conductors.

Measuring the ratio γ=cp/cv with the methods of Clements-Desormes, Ruchardt and Rinkel.

Visible spectroscopy with a prism and a grating spectrometer.

Visible spectroscopy with a spectrophotometer and a PC.

Polarization of light- Kerr effect.

Thin lenses- fiber optics and renewable energy sources.

Electromagnetic waves-Michelson interferometer.

Recommended reading 1. H. D. Young, University Physics, Vol. Α & Β. (in Greek) 2. R.A. Serway, Physics for Scientists and Engineers, Vol. IΗΗ (in

Greek) 3. Δ. Hecht & A. Zajac, Optics, Addison-Wesley Publishing Co 4. K.D. Aleksopoulou, Optics (in Greek)

Teaching and learning methods Full implementation of the laboratory tasks with intense student participation for the design and creation of the required experiment. During the three-hour lab, the students work in pairs to design and create the required experiment, take and process the appropriate measurements, draw the corresponding diagrams and calculate the physical quantities that

constitute the task‟s goal. Problem-solving seminars for the instructive solution of synthetic problems. Collaborative problem-solving work by the students working in teams of two.


Oral examination during each lab (70% of the final mark) and written submission for each task (30% of the final mark). In case the final mark is lower than 5, the student is obliged to take a practical examination. This involves the theoretical examination on a randomly chosen task and its experimental implementation.


4th

SEMESTER

Course title Introduction to Modern Physics

Course code PCC202



Year of study Second

Semester 4th

ECTS credits 5

Name of lecturer(s) Prof. A. Zdetsis

Learning outcomes At the end of this course the student would: 1) have an integrated and transparent knowledge of quantum ideas, of the “old” (mainly) and more recent quantum theory which lead to the Schrödinger equation and modern Quantum Mechanics. 2) be in a position to apply quantum theory in popular problems from Atomic and Molecular Physics, using not only qualitative (in complex problems) but also quantitative (in simpler problems) arguments and methodology

Competences At the end of this course the student will have further developed the following skill/competence 1) Working knowledge and critical (as much as possible) thinking in

order to grasp the full meaning and physical content of Quantum theory and to apply it in simple problems requiring not heavy mathematical formalism.

2) Ability to use simple and general principles, qualitative arguments and order-of-magnitude evaluations to attack complex problems in a simple and quick fashion. .

Prerequisites All Compulsory courses of 1st year and of 3rd semester.

Course contents Η. Distinction between Classical and Modern Physics

ΗΗ. Problems which made necessary the introduction of Quantum theory.

ΗΗΗ. Extensive description of the black body radiation

ΗV. Interaction of matter-radiation ( Photoelectric effect, Compton effect , bremsstrahlung radiation, X-rays)

V. Atomic spectra - The hydrogen atom spectrum - Bohr‟s model

VI. Quantum properties of material particles- Wave-Particle duality- material waves- uncertainty principle

VΗΗ. Origin and interpretation of material waves –Wave equation - Schrödinger equation – quantum states, quantum nmbers

VΗΗΗ. Description and mathematical and physical restrictions on the solutions of Schrödinger equations (boundary conditions). Application in simple one dimensional problems

ΗΥ. Schrödinger equation in 3 dimensions: Semi-quantitative description of hydrogen atom and the quantum numbers n, l, ml. Extension to other atoms

X. Properties of the angular momentum quantum numbers. Addition of angular momenta.

ΥΗ. The spin and the spin quantum numbers - Stern-Gerlach experiment.

XII. Atomic quantum numbers – The periodical system of the elements.

ΥΗΗΗ. A qualitative description of Molecules, molecular systems and macroscopic systems (solids, liquids, gasses)

Recommended reading “Modern Physics” by R. A. Serway, C. J. Moses, C. Moyer ( in translation from Crete University press) “Introduction to Modern Physics”, Lecture notes by Aristides D. Zdetsis. (Part of these Lecture notes, which also include a wide range and level of suggested reading, are included in the home page of prof. Zdetsis and the home page of the course

Teaching and learning methods Using blackboard, and interactive teaching

Assessment and grading methods Homework, midterm and final written examinations


Course title Relativity – Nuclei - Particles

Course code PCC204



Year of study 2nd

Semester 4th

ECTS credits 3

Name of lecturer(s) Sm. Lola, Professor

Learning outcomes At the end of this course the student should be able to 1. Relate space-time events that happen in different inertial frames. 2. Compute the relative velocities of relativistically moving systems. 3. Compute energies, momenta and velocities in scattering

experiments. 4. Use the concept of fourvector to formulate physical laws. 5. Give short description of the structure and properties of nuclei

and elementary particles. 6. Give short description of the classification of elementary particles. 7. Give short description of the quark model and the basic

interactions.

Competences At the end of the course the student will have further developed the following skill/competence. 1. To use the equations of Special Theory of Relativity for

quantitative calculations concerning space-time data and scattering experiments.

2. To be able to look for and collect information on issues of current research related to results in Nuclear Physics and Physics of Elementary Particles.

Prerequisites Knowledge of General Physics of the 1st and 2nd years.

Course contents SPECIAL THEORY OF RELATIVITY I. Experimental facts which led to the Einstein‟s Principles of

Relativity. 1. Analysis of the Michelson-Morley Experiment. 2. The Principles of Relativity.

II. The Lorenz Transformation. 1. Construction of the Lorenz Transformation using the

Einstein‟s gedanken experiments. 2. Transformation of velocities.

III. The Minkowski Space 1. Geometric picture of the Lorenz Transformation. 2. The concept of fourvectors. 3. The fourvectors of velocity and momentum. 4. Transformation of momenta and energies.

IV. Covariant formulation of Physical Laws. 1. Applications to scattering experiments. 2. Relativistic formulation of Electromagnetism. 3. A short presentation of Dirac‟s Equation.

NUCLEAR PHYSICS I. 1. Scattering Experiments.

2. Rutherford‟s Experiment and the discovery of nuclei and nuclear forces.

3. Size and shape of nuclei. 4. Structure of nuclei and distribution of nucleons.

II. Stability of nuclei. 1. Experimental curve of binding energy and of the neutron excess. 2. Proof of the semi-emperical nuclear mass formula.

3. Applications to fusion and fission. 4. Curves of stability of nuclei.

III. Instability of nuclei and radioactivity. 1. The Law of radioactive decay. 2. Description of the properties of α, β, and γ rays. 3. Applications of radioactivity.

IV. Nuclear forces. 1, The nature of nuclear forces- The Yukawa Potential. 2. Pions and rho mesons.

ELEMENTARY PARTICLE PHYSICS I. A first classification of elementary particles. II. The four basic interactions. III. Leptons, mesons, baryons, hadrons. IV. The Parton Model. V. The Quark Model. VI. Quantum Chromodynamics. VII. Current questions and the Experiment at CERN.

Recommended reading 1. “Introduction to Special Theory of Relativity, p 225, Wolfgang Rindler, Reader Books.

2. “Modern Physics”, R.A. Serway, C.J. Moses, C.A. Moyer. Translation: G. Zoupanos, E. Liarocopis, S. Papadopoulos, K. Raptis, PEC.

3. Lecture Notes “Introduction to Special Theory of Relativity”, Demetris P.K. Ghikas.

Teaching and learning methods Presentation on the blackboard. Discussion of the new concepts. Solution of selected examples.


Two to three semester tests with a final written exam on the totality of the taught material.


Course title Wave Physics

Course code PCC206



Year of study 2nd

Semester 4th

ECTS credits 5

Name of lecturer(s) Stelios Couris, Professor

Learning outcomes The systematic understanding of the basic ideas and the mathematical

framework of description of wave phenomena in physics.

Competences The development of skills for the description, analysis and understanding

of wave phenomena.

Prerequisites General Physics, Complex numbers, Differential Equations.

Course contents 1. The simple harmonic motion. Damped simple harmonic motion.

2. Forced oscillations.

3. Coupled Oscillations.

4. Transverse wave motion.

5. Waves in more than one dimension.

6. Waves on transmission lines.

7. Polarization in optical waves.

8. Interference and Diffraction of optical waves.

Recommended reading 1. Waves and Vibrations, by K. U. Ingard. 2. The Physics of Vibrations and Waves, by H. J. Paine 3. Vibrations and Waves, by A.P. French. 4. WAVES–Berkeley Physics Course, Vol. 3, by F. S. Crawford Jr.

Teaching and learning methods 1. Lectures & Power-point presentations. 2. Computer simulation experiments (web page of Prof. I.

Kosmopoulos).

Assessment and grading methods Written examination. Greek grading scale: 0 to 10. Minimum passing grade: 5.


Course title Classical Mechanics

Course code PCC208



Year of study 2nd

Semester 4th

ECTS credits 8

Name of lecturer(s) V. Loukopoulos, Assistant Professor

Learning outcomes At the end of this course the student should be able to 1. To be able to describe the motion of material point (particle). 2. To know the basic laws of Newtonian Mechanics. To apply them

to physical problem as, oscillations, central force fields, etc. 3. To be able to describe the motion of a system of material points

(particles). 4. To be able to describe the motion of a rigid body. 5. To be able to describe motions at non inertial coordinate

systems. 6. To be able to describe physical systems with formalism of

Analytical Mechanics. 7. To be able to define the physical problem, the mathematical

problem and to select the suitable method for the solution, and after that to valuate and interpret the results.

8. To be able to apply the basic laws of Mechanics to Celestial Mechanics, Quantum Mechanics, etc.


1. Ability to demonstrate knowledge and understanding of essential facts, concepts, principles and theories relating to the Classical Mechanics.




problems.

Prerequisites There are no prerequisite courses. It is however recommended that students should have at least a basic knowledge of Vector Analysis, Analytical Geometry, Ordinary Differential Equations and Partial Differential Equations.

Course contents 1. Kinematics of material point (particle) 2. The laws of Newtonian Mechanics 3. One dimension motions - Oscillations 4. Central force field 5. Systems of material points (particles) 6. Non inertial coordinate systems 7. Constraints – Principle of virtual work – D’ Alembert’ principle 8. Lagrange’s equations 9. Hamilton theory. Poisson brackets. The principle of least action

Recommended reading 1. Goldstein, H., “ Classical Mechanics”, Addison-Wesley, 1980 2. “Lagrangian Dynamics”, by D.E. Wells, Schaum Publishing

Company, 1967.

Teaching and learning methods Lectures using slides for overhead projector and/or power-point presentations. Problem-solving seminars for the instructive solution of

synthetic problems. Collaborative problem-solving work by the students working in teams of two.




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Course title Electronics Laboratory

Course code ELC210



Year of study 2nd

Semester 4th

ECTS credits 5

Name of lecturer(s) I. Haritantis, Professor S. Fotopoulos, Professor V. Anastassopoulos, Professor G. Economou, Associate Professor C. Psychalinos, Associate Professor S. Vlassis, Assistant Professor G. Souliotis, Researcher

Learning outcomes At the end of this course the student should be able to 1. Understand the principles of operation of the fundamental

electronic devices (diodes, transistors). 2. Identify the basic applications of diodes, and describe their

operation. 3. Identify the basic applications of transistors and describe their

operation. 4. Identify the basic applications of operational amplifiers, and

describe their operation. 5. Understand the origin of differences between the experimental

and theoretical results.


1. Ability to demonstrate knowledge and understanding of essential facts, concepts, principles and theories relating to electronics measurements.




5. Ability to interact with others on electronic circuits measurements.

6. Ability perform measurements using oscillators, voltmeters, and amperometers.

7. Ability to use simulators of electronic circuits (e,.g. SPICE) for predicting the experimental results.


Course contents 1. Introduction to SPICE software. 2. Basic measurements using oscilloscope. 3. RC networks. 4. Applications of diodes (clippers etc). 5. Rectification using diodes. 6. I – V characteristics of BJTs. 7. Amplifiers with BJT transistors. 8. Basic amplification stages using opamps (inverting and non-

inverting).

Recommended reading 1. C. Psychalinos, G. Economou, «Laboratory exercises of electronics measurements» University of Patras press, 2007.

2. Haritantis : «Electronics I», Arakynthos Press, Athens 2006.

3. R. Jaeger: «Microelectronics» volume I, Tziolas Press, 1999 (Greek Edition).

Teaching and learning methods Discussion about the theoretical aspects of each laboratory exercise, laboratory work (experiment). Collaborative problem-solving work by the students.


Oral examination (10% of the final mark) Written examination (10% of the final mark) Written report (10% of the final mark) Experiment (70% of the final work)



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Course title Physics Laboratory IV

Course code PLC212



Year of study 2nd

Semester 4th

ECTS credits 4

Name of lecturer(s) K.Pomoni, Assoc. Professor E.Mytilineou, Professor C. Krontiras, Professor D. Skarlatos, Assist. Professor G.Economou, Assoc. Professor A. Kazantzidis, Assist. Professor L. Palilis, Assist. Professor K.Zabara, Lecturer N.Tsiberis, Lecturer K. Katsidimas

Learning outcomes By the end of this course the student will 6. be familiar with the basic instruments 7. learn to design appropriate circuits 8. learn to implement them 9. learn to take the necessary measurements 10. realize the direct application of his theoretical knowledge

Competences By the end of this course the student will further develop the following competences

6. Ability to demonstrate knowledge and understanding of the fundamental data, concepts, principles and theories related to Electromagnetism.

7. Ability to apply this knowledge and understanding on finding ways to achieve the final goal of each suggested task.

8. Ability to adopt and apply the suggested methodology. 9. Competences of selecting, using and exploring the abilities of

instruments required for the tasks. 10. Ability to interact with others on physics or interdisciplinary

problems.

Prerequisites There are no prerequisites. The students should have at least basic knowledge of Electromagnetism.

Course contents Α. Introduction Resistors -Voltmeters- Ammeters. (Compulsory supplement of all tasks) Β. Tasks

1. Study the basic instruments and create a polymeter. 2. Measure the magnetic field of cyclic loops and coils.

3. Find the e/me ratio of the electron. 4. Study electrostatic fields.

5. Calculate the phase difference between voltage and current with a wattmeter. Phasor diagrams.

6. Study magnetic hysteresis loop. 7. Study circuits with alternating currents.

8. Characteristiic curves of a transformer.

Recommended reading 1. University Physics, H. D. Young, Σόκνο Β: Ζιεθηξνκαγλεηηζκόο- Οπηηθή- ύγρξνλε Φπζηθή, Δθδόζεηο Παπαδήζε

2. Physics, Halliday-Resnick, Μέξνο Β, Γ.Α.Πλεπκαηηθόο επηζηεκνληθέο θαη ηερληθέο εθδόζεηο

3. Berceley Physics Course, ηόκνο 2νο, E.M. Purcell, Παλεπηζηεκηαθέο Δθδόζεηο ΔΜΠ

4. Fundamental University Physics,, Alonso/Finn, ηόκνο ΗΗ, Ρεζβάλεο-Φίιιηπαο

5. Electricity, K. Alexopoulos, ηόκνο Β.

Teaching and learning methods Full implementation of the laboratory tasks with intense student participation for the design and creation of the required circuits. During the three-hour lab, the students work in pairs to design and create the required circuits, take and process the appropriate measurements, draw the corresponding diagrams and calculate the physical quantities that constitute the task‟s goal.


Oral examination during each lab (70% of the final mark) and written submission for each task (30% of the final mark). In case the final mark is lower than 5, the student is obliged to take a practical examination. This involves the theoretical examination on a randomly chosen task and its experimental implementation.


5th

SEMESTER

Course title Physics Laboratory V

Course code PLC301



Year of study 3rd

Semester 5th

ECTS credits 5

Name of lecturer(s) A. Vradis, Assoc. Professor D. Anastassopoulos, Assist. Professor V. Anastassopoulos, Professor S. Georga, Assoc. Professor K. A. Thoma, Assoc. Professor A. Terzis, Assoc. Professor

Learning outcomes In this Laboratory the students are familiarized with the methods of experimental verification of basic phenomena and laws of Atomic and Nuclear Physics. The Atomic Physics experiments refer to famous experiments which historically provided verification of theories concerning the atomic structure, properties of atomic orbitals etc. In the Nuclear Physics experiments the nuclear structure is investigated, together with the interaction of radiation with matter, the properties of ionizing radiations and the appropriate techniques for their measurement.

Competences The students are exercised in the use of advanced equipment, some of which is used in research. They are also trained in the safe handling of radioactive sources and in basic principles of radioprotection.

Prerequisites There are no prerequisites according to the program of studiesHowever knowledge of Atomic and Nuclear Physics is essential for attending students.

1. Course contents ATOMIC PHYSICS 1. Study of electron beam diffraction 2. A. Stefan-Boltzmann law and determination constant ζ B. Photoelectric effect 3. Frank-Hertz experiment 4. A. Electron spin resonance (ESR) B. Study of Balmer series of Hydrogen 5. Α. Rutherford scattering Β. Study of radiation α

NUCLEAR PHYSICS 6. A. Attenuation of -β and- γ radiation through some materials Β. α- rays spectroscopy 7. Α. γ – rays spectroscopy with single- channel analyzer (SCA) Β. γ – rays spectroscopy with multi- channel analyzer (MCA) 8. The technique of coincidence measurements

Recommended reading Laboratory guide and special literature for each experiments General: A.C. Melissinos, J. Napolitano, Experiments in Modern Physics, 2nd edition (Academic Press, N.Y. 2003) D.W. Preston and E.R. Deitz, The art of Experimental Physics (Wiley, N.Y. 1991), G.F. Knoll, Radiation Detection and Measurement ( Wiley, N.Y. 1979)

Teaching and learning methods One experiment is carried out each week by a group of students. Data treatment, and results extraction are also done in the Lab under staff supervision. Before the next experiment the students are asked to provide

a detailed report on the previous experiment.

Assessment and grading methods Student assessment and their mark in the Lab is based on oral examination during the Lab class. The quality of the reports is also taken into account. The students are assessed in all experiments and the final mark is the median of marks in each experiment.


Course title Quantum Physics I

Course code PCC303



Year of study 3rd

Semester 5th

ECTS credits 8

Name of lecturer(s) A. Terzis, Assoc. Professor

Learning outcomes At the end of this course the student should be able to 1. Solve any kind of one-dimensional quantum mechanical

problems. 2. Apply the principles of quantum mechanics to find (a) the average

value of physical observables, (b) their dispersion and (c) their time evolution.

3. Evaluate the wavefunction of the quantum system for given initial conditions.

4. Have the required knowledge for attending the course Quantum Physics II of the next semester.


1. Apply the quantum mechanical methodologies in several other fields of Physics.



Prerequisites There are no prerequisite courses. It is however recommended that students should have at least a basic knowledge of University Mathematics (1st and 2nd year), University Physics (1st and 2nd year) and Modern Physics.

Course contents Introductory concepts. Schrödinger equation.

Statistical interpretation of the wavefunction.

Operators and observables.

Measurement in quantum mechanics.

Hermitean operators.

Conservation of probability.

Dynamic evolution of quantum systems.

Axioms of quantum mechanics.

Γηαλπζκαηηθνί ρώξνη θαη γξακκηθνί ηειεζηέο.

Hilbert space and Schwartz inequality.

Matrix representation of operators.

Time evolution of average values of operators and conservation laws.

Ehrenfest theorems.

One-dimensional scattering.

Rectangular wells (introduction).

Infinity square well.

Square well.

δ-potential.

Two-level systems.

Harmonic Oscillator.

Recommended reading „Quantum Mechanics ΗΗ‟, S. Traxhanas, Crete University Press (2009). „Introduction to Quantum Mechanics‟, K. Tamvakis, Laeader Books (2003). „Problems in Quantum Mechanics‟, S. Traxhanas, Crete University Press (2005) ‚Quantum Mechanics‟, Walter Greiner, Berndt Muller, New York, Springer, 1994.

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„Quantum Mechanics‟, Leonard I. Schiff, New York, NY, McGraw Hill, 1968. „Quantum Mechanics‟, Eugen Merzbacher, New York, John Wiley & Sons, Inc., 1998. „Quantum Mechanics: non-relativistic theorπ‟, L.D. Landau, E.M. Lifshitz, Oxford : Butterworth - Heinemann, 1977. „Problems in quantum mechanics‟ F. Constantinescu and E. Magyari, Oxford : Pergamon Press, 1978. „Introduction to Quantum Mechanics‟, David J. Griffiths, Person Prentice Hall, London, 1995. „Quantum Mechanics‟, B.H. Bransden and C.J. Joachain, , Person Prentice Hall, London, 2000. „Quantum Mechanics‟, Nouredine Zettili, Person Prentice Hall New York, John Wiley & Sons, Inc., 2004. „Applied Quantum Mechanics‟, A.F.J. Levi, Cambridge, Cambridge University Press, 2003.

Teaching and learning methods Weekly lectures.


1. Biweekly homeworks (10% of the final mark) 2. Midterm exam (20% of the final mark)

3. Final Exam (70% of the final mark)

o Greek grading scale: 1 to 10. Minimum passing grade: 5.

o Grades 3 correspond to ECTS grade F. o Grade 4 corresponds to ECTS grade FX. o For the passing grades the following correspondence

normally holds:

o 5 E, 6 D, 7 C, 8 B and 9 A


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Course title Thermal and Statistical Physics

Course code PCC305



Year of study 3rd

Semester 5th

ECTS credits 8

Name of lecturer(s) Leonidas Palilis, Assistant Professor

Learning outcomes 1. By considering every macroscopic body a system of a large number of particles obeyed by quantum laws we determine the statistics of the quantum states of the body, permitting us to compute the macroscopic variables of the body and, particularly to rediscover the laws of Thermodynamics that describe the interaction of the bodies.

2. Having find the quantum states and energy levels of the macroscopic body we determine the partition function Z and entropy S of the body, from where we theoretically determine the measurable macroscopic properties of the body as functions of its temperature and external parameters.

3. The above described theoretical approach is applied , for consolidate reasons, to three simple systems (classical ideal gas, paramagnetic system, theory of thermal capacity of non-conducting crystals)

Competences 1. Ability to approach more complex problems. 2. Ability to understand the theory of systems with variable number

of particles. 3. 3. Ability to interact and collaborate with others in problems of

physics and interdisciplinary problems.

Prerequisites 1. Elementary differential and integral calculus. 2. Elementary knowledge of quantum physics, electromagnetism and analytical mechanics.. 3. Elementary knowledge of probability and statistics.

Course contents 1. Introduction to the macroscopic theory . of thermodynamics. Establishment of relations between macroscopic variables of a system.

2. Definition of the probability of a microstate. Thermodynamic equilibrium. Spontaneous transition to thermodynamic equilibrium of an isolated system. Law of maximum entropy of an isolated system in equilibrium.

3. Thermal equilibrium. Canonical Ensemble, additivity of entropy. Fundamental Thermodynamic Identity. The condition of Thermal stability. The law of minimum free energy.

4. Systems of independent and discrete particles. 5. Cassical idel gas. 6. The theory of paramagnetic system. Magnetic cooling. Negative

temperature. 7. Theory of the heat capacity of non-conducting crystals.

Recommended reading 1. Mandl F., “Statistical Physics”, John Wiley & Sons, (1984). 2. Reif F., "Fundamentals of Statistical and Thermal Physics", McGraw-Hill, 1965. 3. Reif F. "Berkeley Physics Course vol 5 : "Statistical Physics", McGraw-Hill, 1965. 4. Kittel C., Kroemer H., "Thermal Physics" 2nd ed., CBS Publishers & Distributors, 1980. 5. L. D. Landau and E. M. Lifshitz, "Statistical Physics Part 1" 3rd ed., Pergamon. 6. Rosser W. G. V., “An Introduction to Statistical Physics”, Ellis Horwood, (1982).

Teaching and learning methods Oral teaching in class-room and presenting solutions of simple problems

which help the understanding of the theory.


a. Middle written examination (25% of the final grade) b. Final written examination (75% of the final grade)


Grades 3 correspond to ECTS grade F. Grade 4 corresponds to ECTS grade FX. For the passing grades the following correspondence

normally

holds: 5 E, 6 D, 7 C, 8 B and 9 A

Language of instruction Greek. The written examination can also be given in English.

Course title Chemistry

Course code GCC307



Year of study 3rd

Semester 5th

ECTS credits 4

Name of lecturer(s) Ch. Karapanagioti, Lecturer (Depart. of Chemistry)

Learning outcomes At the end of this course the student should be able to 1. Write nuclide symbols, determine atomic weights from isotopic masses and fractional abundances, write the name from its formula and vice versa, calculate the formula weight from a formula, convert moles of substance to grams and vice versa, balance simple equations, calculate the mass of an atom or molecule, calculate the percentage composition from the formula, calculate the mass of an element in a given mass of compound, determine the empirical formula using percentage composition, relate quantities in a chemical equation and find the limiting reactant. 2. Formulate net ionic equations, classify acids and bases as strong or weak, assign oxidation numbers, balance simple oxidation – reduction reactions, calculate and use molarity. 3. Write and manipulate thermochemical equations, calculate heat of reaction from stoichiometry, apply Hess‟s law, calculate reaction enthalpy using standard enthalpies of formation. 4. Use Lewis symbols to represent ionic bond formation and write electron configurations of ions, compare ionic radii and obtain relative bond polarities, write Lewis formulas using formal charges, relate bond order and bond length, estimate ΓΗ from bond energies. 5. Predict molecular geometries, relate dipole moment and molecular geometry, apply valence bond theory, describe molecular orbital configurations. 6. Calculate solutions concentration and mole fractions of components, convert molarity to molality, mole fractions and vice versa, calculate vapor pressure depression of a solution, calculate boiling-point elevation and freezing-point depression of a solution and from them the solute molecular weight, calculate osmotic pressure and determine colligative properties of ionic solutions.

7. Determine average reaction rate, determine the order of reaction from the rate law, determine the rate law from initial rates, use the Arrhenious equation, write the overall chemical reaction from a mechanism, determine the molecularity of an elementary reaction, determine the rate law from a mechanism with an initial slow step.

8. Apply stoichiometry to an equilibrium mixture, write equilibrium-constant expressions, obtain an equilibrium constant from reaction composition, use the reaction quotient, solve equilibrium problems, apply Le Chatelier principle when reaction conditions are altered.

9. Identify acid and base species according to the Brønsted-Lowry and Lewis concepts, decide whether reactants or products are favoured in an acid-base reaction, calculate concentrations of Ζ3Ο+ and ΟΖ– in solutions of a strong acid or base.

10. Determine Κα and Κb from the solution pH and vice versa, calculate concentration of species in a weak acid or weak base solution, calculate the pH of a buffer solution

Competences At the end of the course the student will have further developed the following skills/competences 1. Ability to solve cumulative-skills theoretical and practical problems. These problems require two or more operational skills learnt in the present

or in previous chapters. 2. Skills enabling the student to solve simple and complex stoichiometry problems. 3. Ability to explain some important properties of compounds, as solubility, melting point, boiling point, vapor pressure and so on. 4. Ability to apply simple physicochemical equations concerning reaction heat and reaction rate. 5. Ability to predict the pH value from the concentrations and species in a solution


Course contents 1. Calculations with Chemical Formulas and Equations Molecular weight and formula weight. The mole concept. Mass percentages from the formula. Elemental analysis: Percentages of carbon, hydrogen and oxygen. Determining formulas. Molar interpretation of a chemical equation. Amounts of substances in a chemical reaction. Limiting reactant: Theoretical and percentage yields. 2. Chemical Reactions: An Introduction Ionic theory of solutions. Molecular and ionic equations. Precipitation reactions. Acid – base reactions. Oxidation – reduction reactions. Balancing simple oxidation – reduction reactions. Molar concentration. Diluting solutions. Gravimetric analysis. Volumetric analysis. 3. Thermochemistry Energy and Its Units. Heat of reaction. Enthalpy and Enthalpy Change. Thermochemical Equations. Applying Stoichiometry to Heats of Reaction. Measuring Heats of Reaction. Hess‟s Law. Standard Enthalpies of Formation. Fuels-Foods, Commercial Fuels and Rocket Fuels. 4. Ionic and Covalent Bond Describing ionic bonds. Electron configuration of ions. Ionic radii. Describing covalent bonds. Polar covalent bonds. Electronegativity. Writing Lewis electron-dot formulas. Delocalized bonding – Resonance. Exceptions to the octet rule. Formal charge and Lewis formulas. Bond length and bond order. Bond energy. 5. Molecular Geometry and Chemical Bonding Theory The VSEPR model. Dipole moment and molecular geometry. Valence bond theory. Description of multiple bonding. Principles of molecular orbital theory. Electron configurations of diatomic molecules of the second-period elements. Molecular orbitals and delocalized bonding. 6. Solutions Types of solutions. Solubility and the Solution Process. Effects of Temperature and Pressure on Solubility. Ways of Expressing Concentration. Vapor Pressure of a Solution. Boiling-Point Elevation and Freezing-Point Depression. Osmosis. Colligative Properties of Ionic Solutions. Colloids. 7. Rates of Reaction Definition of Reaction Rate. Experimental Determination of Rate. Dependence of Rate on Concentration. Change of Concentration with Time. Temperature and Rate; Collision and Transition-State Theories. Arrhenious Equation. Elementary Reactions. The Rate Law and the Mechanism. Catalysis. 8. Chemical Equilibrium Chemical Equilibrium-A dynamic Equilibrium. The Equilibrium Constant. Heterogeneous Equilibria; Solvents in Homogeneous Equilibria. Qualitatively Interpreting the Equilibrium Constant. Predicting the Direction of Reaction. Calculating Equilibrium Concentations. Removing Products of Adding Reactants. Changing the Pressure and Temperature. Effect of a Catalyst. 9. Acids and Bases Arrhenius concept of acids and bases. Brønsted–Lowry concept of acids and bases. Lewis concept of acids and bases. Relative strengths of acids and bases. Molecular structure and acid strength. Self ionization of water. Solutions of a strong acid or base. The pH of a solution. 10. Acid-Base Equilibria

Acid-Ionization Equillibria. Polyprotic Acids. Base-Ionization Equillibria. Acid-Base Properties of Salt Solutions. Common-Ion Effect. Buffers. Acid-Base Titration Curves.

Recommended reading 1. «General Chemistry», Darrell D. Ebbing & Steven D. Gammon Houghton Mifflin Company, New York, 1999 (6th Edition). Translated into Greek by N. Klouras Publisher: P. Travlos, Athens 2007 (3rd Edition). 2. «Basic Inorganic Chemistry», N. Klouras Publisher: P. Travlos, Athens 2003 (6th Edition). 3. «Inorganic Chemistry – Basic Principles», G. Pnevmatikakis, Υ. Mitsopoulou, Κ. Methenitis Publisher: A. Stamoulis, Athens 2005 4. «General Chemistry», Darrell D. Ebbing & Steven D. Gammon Houghton Mifflin Company, New York, 2009 (9th Edition). 5. «General Chemistry: Principles and Modern Applications», Ralf H. Petrucci, William S. Hawood, Geoff E Herring, & Jeffry Madura, Prentice Hall, 2006 (9th Edition). 6. «General Chemistry: The Essential Concepts», Raymond Chang McGraw-Hill Science Engineering, 2007 7. «Chemistry: The Central Science»,Theodore E. Brown, Eugene H. LeMay, & Bruce E. Bursten, Prentice Hall, 2006 (10th Edition) 8. «Chemistry», John McMurry, Robert C. Fay, & Logan McCarty Prentice Hall, 2003 (4th Edition) 9. «Chemistry», Steven S. Zumdahl, Houghton Mifflin College Div

2007 (7th Edition).

Teaching and learning methods Lectures using power-point presentations. Problem-solving seminars for the instructive solution of typical problems for each new concept, emphasizing the Problem Strategy and the Answer Check.

Assessment and grading methods 1. Every two weeks two solved problems -given as homework in e-class- are delivered. 2. At least there are two optional written tests (of 20 min everyone). The mark of the tests is added to the final mark only when the student secures the minimum mark of 5 in the final written examination. 3. Final written examination. Greek grading scale: 1 to 10. Minimum passing grade: 5.


6th

SEMESTER

Course title Quantum Physics II

Course code PCC302



Year of study 3rd

Semester 6th

ECTS credits 9

Name of lecturer(s) I. Bakas, Professor

Learning outcomes After the completion of the course students will be able to: 1. expand their mathematical abilities in order to solve (hypothetical

and realistic) problems of quantum physics 2. apply the quantum mechanical physical principles to describe the

microcosm

Competences At the end of the semester students will be able to: 1. demonstrate knowledge and understanding of basic quantum

mechanical notions and related problems 2. apply the achieved knowledge on the solution of physical

problems of the microcosm 3. interact with others on modern scientific problems of physics and

chemistry

Prerequisites Students are expected to have good knowledge of Quantum Mechanics I, the courses on mechanics and electromagnetism and also the courses on mathematics (especially those on linear algebra and differential equations).

Course contents The Schrödinger Equation in Three Dimensions, Coulomb potential, single electron atoms and atomic orbitals, quantum theory of angular momentum, general central-force problems, applications. Algebraic methods, creation and annihilation operators, representations of orbital angular momentum. Spin, addition of (intrinsic) angular momenta, Clebsch-Gordan coefficients. Identical particles, Pauli's exclusion principle, Fermi gas, applications. Periodic table of the elements. Perturbation theory. Applications in atomic physics: Stark effect, Zeeman effect, LS coupling, fine and hyperfine structure. Variational methods, applications in helium atom and hydrogen molecule. Quantum mechanical applications in realistic systems

Recommended reading 1) «Quantum Mechanics ΗΗ», S. Trahanas, University of Crete Publications 2007 (available in Greek). 2) “Introduction to Quantum Mechanics”, Κ. Tamvakis, Leader-Books (second edition) 2003 (available in Greek). 3) "Quantum Physics", S. Gasiorowicz, Wiley. 4) "Quantum Mechanics", ηόκνη Η, ΗΗ, C. Cohen-Tannoudji, B. Diu, F. Laloe, Wiley.

Teaching and learning methods All lectures are delivered on blackboard. Every two weeks exercise sheets are handed out to be worked out by the students.


Written examination (100% of course grade)

Language of instruction Greek. Foreign students may consult the lecturer during office hours.

Course title Solid State Physics

Course code PCC304



Year of study 3rd

Semester 6th

ECTS credits 7

Name of lecturer(s) A. Vradis, Assoc. Professor D. Anastassopoulos, Assis. Professor

Learning outcomes This is an introductory course on Solid State Physics. The aim of the course is to demonstrate the application of previous knowledge (Electromagnetism, Mechanics and Quantum mechanics) on the study of Solids. More specifically, it is sought the familiarization of the students with:

1. The application of classical and quantum models on the

interpretation of basic properties of solids. 2. The student is introduced for the first time in the significance of

crystal structure and its determination, as the base for the interpretation of many properties of solids. The student is introduced for first time in the significance of crystal structure and its determination, as the base for the interpretation of many properties of solids.

3. It is also aimed the comprehension of mechanisms of chemical bonds in solids and the transmission of elastic waves in them. Is given accent in the description of lattice oscillations with the introduction of the concept of phonons.

4. Another objective of this course is the familiarization of the students with the electronic structure of solids. To this aim, it is introduced the detailed theory of energy bands, developing previous knowledge of quantum mechanics. On these grounds it is explained the descrimination of materials in metals, insulators and semiconductors.

5. Finally, is sought the comprehension of semiconductors properties as basic materials for the development of new technologies.

Competences It is expected that the students acquire a wide perception for handling problems that concerns solids. They are expected to comprehend basic properties and ways of confrontation of relative problems.

Prerequisites According to the programme of study the are not pre-requisite courses. The students however will be supposed to have at least elementary knowledge of Mechanics, Electromagnetism and Quantum mechanics.

Course contents General properties of metals. The free electron gas. Classical approach. Drude model. Quantum approach. Sommerfeld model. Limits of the free electron model. Crystalline and amorphous materials. Crystal lattice. Crystal structure. The reciprocal lattice. X rays diffraction from lattice. Bragg condition. X rays diffraction from crystal (Laue theory). X rays diffraction from free electron and atom. Structure factor. Experimental determination of crystal structure using X rays, electrons and neutrons. Crystal bonding. Elastic and plastic deformation- Hooke‟s law. Failure of the static model. Lattice vibrations. Phonons. Energy density in lattice. Exact theory of molecular heat. Optical properties of lattice in the infrared. Ionic crystals. The non-armonic approach. Origin of energy bands. Electron wavefunctions in periodic potential. Nearly free electron theory approximation. The tight - binding approximation. Metals-insulators- semiconductors. Density of states. Fermi surface. Bloch electron. Effective mass. Holes. Experimental determination of energy bands. Structure of energy bands in semiconductors. Carrier concentration

in doped semiconductors – in compensated semiconductors. Electric conductivity of semiconductors- mobility. Carrier scattering mechanisms. Hall effect in semiconductors.

Recommended reading G.D. Priftis, A.A. Vradis, D.L. Anastassopoulos: Introduction to Solid State Physics (Patra 2009, in Greek) Μ.ALI OMAR: Elementary Solid State Physics(Addison Wesley 1975) N. W. ASHCROFT and N. D. MERMIN, (1976): Solid State Physics Holt, Rinehart and Winston. J. C. BLAKEMORE, (1985): Solid State Physics, 2nd ed., Cambridge University Press, Cambridge,G. BURNS, (1985): Solid State Physics, Academic Press, London, R. H. BUBE, (1994): Electrons in Solids, 3rd ed., Academic Press, New York (1992). G. BUSCH and H. SCHADE, (1976): Lectures on Solid State Physics, Pergamon Press. J.R. CHRISTMAN, (1988): Fundamentals of Solid State Physics, J. Wiley, New York. R. J. ELLIOT and A. F. GIBSON, (1974): An Introduction to Solid State Physics, Macmillan. H. E. HALL (1974): Solid State Physics, “The Manchester Physics Series”, J. Wiley. H. IBACH and H. LUTH, (1991): Solid State Physics: An introduction to Theory and Experiment, Springer-Verlag, Berlin. C. KITTEL, (1976): Introduction to Solid State Physics, J. Wiley. R. LEVY, (1978): Principles of Solid State Physics, Academic Press, London (1968).

Teaching and learning methods Classroom teaching using epoptic media. Video projections, powerpoint presentations, presentation of crystal structure models etc.

Assessment and grading methods Written examinations on theory and problems solving. Grading scale from 0-10. Minimum passing grade 5. ECTS equivalent grades: F: ≤3, FX: 4, E: 5, D: 6, C:7, B:8, A≥9


Course title Electromagnetism II

Course code PCC306



Year of study 3rd

Semester 6th

ECTS credits 9

Name of lecturer(s) A.T. Georges, Professor S. Couris, Professor

Learning outcomes At the end of this course the student should have gained: An understanding of classical electromagnetic theory at the advanced undergraduate level. This is the level of the well known modern textbooks “Introduction to Electrodynamics”, by David J. Griffiths (main textbook for the course) and “Electromagnetism”, by G. L. Pollack & D. R. Stump.

Competences At the end of this course the student should be able to solve problems in: 1. Electrostatics involving Laplace equation and the method of images. 2. Magnetostatics involving the Biot-Savart law and Ampere‟s law. 3. Electrodynamics involving Faraday‟s and Ampere-Maxwell‟s laws, as well as the laws of conservation for the total (electromagnetic + mechanical) energy and momentum 4. Wave propagation with reflection and refraction using the Fresnel equations. 5. Radiation by electric and magnetic dipoles, and dipole antennas.

Prerequisites The prerequisites for the course are completion of the first and second year math courses in differential equations and vector calculus.

Course contents 1. Review of Electrostatics, Special Techniques for Calculating Electric Potentials

Laplace equation, the method of images, separation of variables, multipole expansion.

2. Electrostatic Fields in Matter Polarization, the field of a polarized object, the electric displacement, linear dielectrics. 3. Magnetostatics The divergence and curl of B, magnetic vector potential. 4. Magnetostatic Fields in Matter Magnetization, the field of a magnetized object, the auxiliary field H. 5. Electrodynamics Electromotive force, Faraday‟s law, Maxwell‟s equations, potential formulation of electrodynamics, energy and momentum in electrodynamics. 6. Electromagnetic Waves The wave equation, electromagnetic waves in nonconducting and conducting media, the Fresnel equations, dispersion. 7. Electromagnetic radiation

Retarded potentials, multipole expansion, electric and magnetic dipole radiation.

Recommended reading “Introduction to Electrodynamics”, David J. Griffiths, (Prentice-Hall, 1989). “Electromagnetism”, G. L. Pollack & D. R. Stump (Addison Wesley, 2002)

Teaching and learning methods Blackboard instruction, 3 hours lecture and 1 hour problem solving session per week.

Assessment and grading methods Students are given problems sets for exercise. The course grade is based (100%) on the final written examination.



holds:

5 E, 6 D, 7 C, 8 B and 9 A

Language of instruction Greek. For foreign students the course can be taken in English, as a reading course with weekly meetings with the professor.

7th + 8th SEMESTERS

MAJOR IN PHYSICS

PHYSICS WITH MAJOR IN: “Physics of Technological Materials”

7th SEMESTER

Course title Special Topics on Solid State Physics I

Course code MSC401



Year of study 4th

Semester 7th

ECTS credits 5


Learning outcomes In this course, which is compulsory for the students attending the direction for specialization in “ Physics of Technology Materials” the students are introduced in some selected topics of Solid State Physics. These topics include lattice dynamics and an introduction to magnetism and magnetic properties of the materials.

Competences The students are expected to comprehend some basic properties of the materials and ways of confrontation of relative problems.

Prerequisites There are not prerequisites according toy the program of study. Nevertheless, good knowledge of the material taught in Solid State Physics course is judged essential for successful attendance of this course.

Course contents Lattice dynamics. Elastic and plastic deformation. Hook‟s law. Failure of the static model. Lattice vibrations (harmonic approach, continuous medium). Molecular specific heat. Classical approach. Quantum approach. Einstein and Debye models. Phonons. Lattice vibrations. Lattice optical properties in the infrared. Ionic crystals. An harmonic approximation. Thermal expansion. Thermal conductivity. Phonon scattering- lattice thermal resistace. Thermal conductivity dependence on temperature. Magnetism and magnetic resonance. Diamagnetism. Paramagnetism. Ferromagnetism. Antiferromagnetism and Ferrimagnetism. Magnetism in metals. Ferromagnetic domains. Paramagnetism- nuclear magnetic- ferromagnetic resonance.

Recommended reading Μ.ALI OMAR: Elementary Solid State Physics(Addison Wesley 1975) N. W. ASHCROFT and N. D. MERMIN, (1976): Solid State Physics Holt, Rinehart and Winston. J. C. BLAKEMORE, (1985): Solid State Physics, 2nd ed., Cambridge University Press, Cambridge,G. BURNS, (1985): Solid State Physics, Academic Press, London, R. H. BUBE, (1994): Εισαγωγή στη Φσσική της Στερεάς Κατάστασης, ΔΠΗ, Αζήλα. Μεηάθξαζε ηνπ Electrons in Solids, 3rd ed., Academic Press, New York (1992). G. BUSCH and H. SCHADE, (1976): Lectures on Solid State Physics, Pergamon Press. J.R. CHRISTMAN, (1988): Fundamentals of Solid State Physics, J. Wiley, New York. R. J. ELLIOT and A. F. GIBSON, (1974): An Introduction to Solid State Physics, Macmillan. H. E. HALL (1974): Solid State Physics, “The Manchester Physics Series”, J. Wiley. H. IBACH and H. LUTH,

(1991): Solid State Physics: An introduction to Theory and Experiment, Springer-Verlag, Berlin. C. KITTEL, (1976): Introduction to Solid State Physics, J. Wiley.

R. LEVY, (1978): Principles of Solid State Physics, Academic Press, London (1968)( in Greek translation).

Teaching and learning methods

Classroom teaching using epoptic media. Video projections, powerpoint presentations, presentation of crystal structure models etc.


The preparation of the student and the quality of his presentation is evaluated for his final mark. His active participation in the class is also taken into account.


Course title Solid State Physics Laboratory

Course code MSC403



Year of study 4th

Semester 7th

ECTS credits 5


Learning outcomes This is an advanced lab aiming to expose the students to different experimental techniques. It is also aiming to confirm known results from theory concerning properties of solids and train the students in the preparation of comprehensive lab reports.

Competences It is expected that the students will gain advanced experimental skills and ability to confront experimental difficulties. In this lab they are exposed to techniques for preparation of the sample‟s environment such as the temperature adjustment in a wide range ( from liquid nitrogen to environment), different vacuum techniques as well as the use of complicated apparatus such as the X rays diffractometer.

Prerequisites This lab is usually taken by the students attending the course “Topics on Solid State Physics”. It is expected that the students have good knowledge of the material taught in the course “Solid State Physics”.

Course contents 1. Electrical conductivity measurements – Hall effect 2. Thermal conductivity 3. Heat capacity 4. Lattice dynamics 5. Crystal structure determination

Recommended reading Laboratory guide to the experiments


Laboratory work under staff supervision.


Examination during the laboratory work. Assessment of laboratory report with presentation and analysis of the measurements taken in the experiment.


Course title Physics of Semiconductor Devices Laboratory

Course code MSE411

Type of course Optional


Year of study 4th

Semester 7th

ECTS credits 5

Name of lecturer(s) K. A. Thoma, Assoc. Professor

Learning outcomes An introductory course on solid state electronic devices aiming at: 1. Understanding the operation of electronic devices based on the structure and properties of specific semiconductors. 2. Understanding the principles of operation of electronic devices based on the contact of two or more materials.

Skills Students should not have difficulty in combining basic knowledge from different areas, as the ones given in the prerequisites.

Prerequisites There are no obligatory prerequired courses under the current curriculum. Students are expected though to have basic knowledge on Mechanics, Electricity, Elementary Electronics, Solid State Phsysics and Quantum Mechanics.

Course contents 1. Gunn diodes. Properties and Operation.

2. Semiconductor contacts. The p-n junction. Space charge and electric field at the formed junction for various distributions of impurities. The diode under bias. Applications. Breakdown effects (Zener –Avalanche). IMPATT,READ diodes. Operation and equivalent circuits. Heterostructures at thermal equilibrium.

3. Metal-Semiconductor contacts emphasizing on Schottky contacts. Conductivity in M-S θαη MOS structures. MOSFETs.

4. Devices of ionic materials.

5. Physical models of semiconductor devices.

6. Si technology.

Recommended literature 1. Semiconductor Devices. An Introduction , J. Singh 2.„Physics of Semiconductor Devices‟, S.M. Sze 3. „Introduction to Semiconductor Materials and Devices‟, M.S. Tyagi 4. „University lectures on Physics of Semiconductor Devices ‟, K.-A. Th. Thoma


Video assisted lectures, analysis of selected problems. Selected laboratory experiments: Fabrication,thermal treatment and characterisation of Schottky diodes. I-V measurements and efficiency evaluation for TiO2 solar cells).


Performance in the laboratory. Written exams on theory and problem solution.


Course title Laboratory of Physics of Fluids and Mesophases

Course code MSE413

Type of course Elective


Year of study 3rd and 4th

Semester 5th and 7th

ECTS credits 5

Name of lecturer(s) H.Zenginoglou, Associate Professor,

P.Papadopoulos, Assistant Professor,

N.Tsiberis, Lecturer.

Learning outcomes The understanding and knowledge of the physics of Liquid Crystals and

Mesophases..

Competences Understanding the strong relation between the microscopic structure of a

system and its macroscopic measurable properties.

Prerequisites Geometrical and wave optics. Continuum mechanics.

Electrostatics of dielevtrics. Statical dynamics of classical systems.

Course contents 1. Statistical Physics of Liquids and Mesophases.

2. Electro-optics of Liquid Crystals.

3. Magneto-optics of Liquid Crystals.

4. Electrohydrodynamics of Liquid Crystals.

5. Optics of Anisotropic Materials

Recommended reading P-G. de Gennes, J. Prost – The physics of liquid crystals

Internet resources.

Teaching and learning methods Oral Lectures.

Assessment and grading methods Written work at the end of the semester and its presentation to a student

audience.


Course title Magnetic Materials and Applications

Course code MSE415



Year of study 3rd and 4th

Semester 5th and 7th

ECTS credits 5

Name of lecturer(s) S. Sakkopoulos, Professor E. Vitoratos, Professor

Learning outcomes After successful finish of this course the student will have obtained basic knowledge of the origin of magnetism, the basic theories and the applications of magnetic materials. Moreover, novel magnetic phenomena and their modern device applications are extensively presented.

Competences Generic Competences: Basic knowledge of the field Capacity for analysis and synthesis Applying knowledge in practice Research skills Interdisciplinary Oral and written communication Ethical commitment Knowledge of a second language Subject related competences: Estimation skills Deep knowledge and understanding Familiarity in searching sources of information

Ability to interpret phenomena & processes within the frames of available models.

Ability to interpret the various applications on the base of the relevant theory.

Prerequisites Knowledge of Atomic Physics, Quantum and Solid State Physics

Course contents REVIEW OF MAGNETOSTATICS Magnetic field. Ampėre and Biot – Savart law. Magnetic dipole. Magnetization and magnetic materials. ATOMIC ORIGIN OF MAGNETISM Solution of the Schrödinger equation for a free atom. Quantum numbers. Normal Zeeman effect. Electron spin. Pauli exclusion principle. Spin – orbit coupling. Hund‟s rules. Anomalous Zeeman effect. DIAMAGNETISM Diamagnetic substances. Applications of diamagnetic materials. Superconductivity. The Meissner effect. Critical field. Classification of superconductors. Applications of them. PARAMAGNETSM Langevin theory of paramagnetism. The Curie – Weiss law. Quenching of angular momentum. Pauli paramagnetism. Energy bands in solids. Free electron theory of metals. Pauli paramagnetic susceptibility. Applications of paramagnetic materials. INTERACTIONS IN FERROMAGNETIC MATERIALS Weiss molecular field theory. Spontaneous magnetization. Effect of temperature. Exchange interaction. Conduction electron theory of ferromagnetism. WEISS DOMAINS

Observing Weiss domains. Why these domains form. Magnetostatic, magnetocrystalline and magnetostrictive energies. Domain walls. ANTIFERROMAGNETIC AND FERRIMAGNRTIC MATERIALS Weiss theory of antiferromagnetism and ferrimagnetism. Source of the negative molecular field. Ferrites and garnets. Applications. MAGNETIC DATA STORAGE Magnetic properties of small particles. Write and read heads. Magneto – optical storage of data. Future applications of magnetic data storage.

Recommended reading “Magnetic Materials”, Nicola Spaldin, Cambridge Univ. Press, 2003 “Magnetism in Condensed Matter”, Stephen Blundell, Oxford Univ. Press, 2001.

Teaching and learning methods Lectures, Guided study.

Assessment and grading methods End of semester examination marks. Project work assessment.

Language of instruction GREEK (possibility in English)

8th SEMESTER

Course title Material Science

Course code MSC402



Year of study 4th

Semester 8th

ECTS credits 5

Name of lecturer(s) S. Sakkopoulos, Professor A. Pomoni, Associate Professor

Learning outcomes The acquisition of a general knowledge of the Material Science and more specifically the connection between the structure and the properties of materials

Competences Familiarization of the students with the presentation of various subjects of Material Science before an audience in the form of lectures, the search and evaluation of bibliography mainly through the internet.

Prerequisites General Physics, Thermodynamics, Elementary knowledge of Atomic Physics and Solid State Physics

Course contents 1. COLOR: ATOMIC AND MOLECULAR ORIGINS OF IT Introduction. Atomic Transitions. Black – Body Radiation. Vibrational Transitions. Color Centers (F-Centers). Charge Delocalization

2. COLOR IN METALS AND SEMICONDUCTORS Metallic Color. Color of Pure (Intrinsic) Semiconductors. Color of Doped Semiconductors. Color Due to Interference

3. OTHER OPTICAL EFFECTS Optical Activity and Related Effects. Birefringence. Nonlinear Optics. Kerr effect. Plates of phase retardation.

4. SURFACE AND INTERFACIAL PHENOMENA Surface Energetics. Surface Investigations. Surface Tension and Capillarity.

5. ATOMIC HEAT CAPACITY, ENTHALPY AND HEAT STORAGE Equipartition of Energy Theorem. Enthalpy. Atomic Heat Capacity of Gases, Metals, Liquids and Amorphous Materials. Materials for Heat Storage. Methods of Thermal Analysis

6. THERMAL EXPANSION Compressibility, Thermal Expansion of Gases and Solids

7. THERMAL CONDUCTIVITY Thermal Conductivity of Gases, Solids and Metals 8, THERMODYNAMIC ASPECTS OF STABILITY

Phase Equilibria in Pure Materials. Clapeyron Equation. Phase Diagrams of Pure Materials. Quasicrystals.

Recommended reading -“Science and Technology of Materials”, William D. Callister Jr. (Translated into Greek) -“Properties of Materials”, Mary Anne White

Teaching and learning methods Lecture projection with Power Point

Assessment and grading methods -Presentation of lectures by the students -Examinations


Course title Materials΄ characterization techniques Laboratory

Course code MSC404



Year of study 4th

Semester 8th

ECTS credits 5

Name of lecturer(s) S. Sakkopoulos, Ch. Topractsioglou, Ch. Krontiras, E. Vitoratos, Professors A. Pomoni, A. Vradis, S. Georga, Assoc. Professors D. Anastassopoulos, Assist. Professor

Learning outcomes The student will be able to: 1. Distinguish the different techniques of materials characterization

on the basis of their operational principle. 2. Distinguish the different techniques of materials characterization

in surface or bulk techniques. 3. Choose the proper technique depending on the problem. 4. Combine more than one techniques in order to extract the

maximum information depending on the problem.

Competences At the end of the session the student will have further developed the following skills:

1. The ability to understand the basic terms, principles and theories related with the different techniques of materials characterization.

2. The ability to recognize the basic experimental equipment for each technique

3. The ability to perform measurements using the simplest of the above – mentioned techniques and to analyze the extracted data

4. The ability to interact with others in problems involving different techniques of materials characterization.

Prerequisites There are no prerequisite courses. At least basic knowledge of Modern Physics

Course contents 1. Introduction. Technology materials and their basic properties. 2. Physical and Chemical methods I (Electron beam techniques) - Transmission Electron Microscopy (TEM) - Scanning Electron Microscopy (SEM) - Auger Spectroscopy 3. Physical and Chemical methods II (Ion beam techniques) - Secondary Ion Mass Spectroscopy (SIMS) - Ruttherford Backscattering (RBS) 4. Physical and Chemical methods III ( X – rays techniques ) - Υ –ray Diffraction (XRD) - Υ –ray Reflectivity (XRR) 5. Physical and Chemical methods ΙV (Scanning probe techniques) - Scanning Transmission Electron Microscopy (STM) - Atomic Force Microscopy (AFM) 6.Optical methods -Ellipsometry -RAMAN Spectroscopy - FTIR Spectroscopy 7. Electrical methods - Hall measurements - Spreading resistance measurements - DC conductivity measurements - Transient conductivity and photoconductivity measurements - Dielectric spectroscopy

Recommended reading Lecture notes written by the instructors

Teaching and learning methods - Lectures using blackboard - Powerpoint presentations - Demonstration of the above - mentioned techniques available at

Physics department or at other departments of the University - Guided study


- Project work assessment. - End of semester examination.

Final grade = (Project grade x 0.4) + (End of semester examination grade x 0.6) Greek grading scale: 1 to 10. Minimum passing grade: 5.


holds:

5 E, 6 D, 7 C, 8 B and 9 A


Course title Special Topics on Statistical Physics

Course code MSC406



Year of study 4th

Semester 8th

ECTS credits 5

Name of lecturer(s) H. Zenginoglou, Assoc. Professor

Learning outcomes Broadening of the knowledge gained during the of “Thermal and Statistical Physics courses at the level of both theoretical background, and at the level of related applications.

Competences 1. Ability to approach more complex problems. 2. Ability to understand the theory of systems with variable number

of particles. 3. Ability to interact and collaborate with others in problems of

physics and interdisciplinary problems.

Prerequisites The knowledge gained during the courses on “Thermal and Statistical Physics”

Course contents Ideal photon gas- Thermal radiation Debye theory of heat capacity of non-conducting crystals Statistics of systems with variable number of particles, The Grand canonical

Ensemble and the derivation of the thermodynamics of the systems with variable number of particles

First order phase transitions Statistics of systems of non-interacting particles with applications to

tBoltzmann, Fermi and Bose ideal gases.

Recommended reading Dugdale, J. S., “Entropy and Low Temperature Physics”, Hutchinson University Library, (1966).

Kittel C., Kroemer H., “Thermal Physics”, CBS Publishers & Distributors, (1980).

Mandl F., “Statistical Physics”, John Wiley & Sons, (1984).

Pryde J. A., “The Liquid State”, Hutchinson University Library, (1966).

Reif F., “Fundamentals of Statistical and Thermal Physics”, McGraw-Hill, (1965).

Rosser W. G. V., “An Introduction to Statistical Physics”, Ellis Horwood, (1982).

Teaching and learning methods Oral.teaching in class-room and presenting solutions of simple problems which help the understanding the theory.

Assessment ang grading methods Written examination Greek grading scale: 1 to 10. Minimum passing grade: 5.


holds:

5 E, 6 D, 7 C, 8 B and 9 A

Language of instruction Greek. Examination may be taken in English if needed.

Course title Introduction to Polymer Science

Course code MSE410



Year of study 3rd, 4th

Semester 6th, 8th

ECTS credits 5

Name of lecturer(s) Ch. Topractsioglou, Professor

Learning outcomes Students are expected to acquire knowledge regarding the structure, physicochemical properties and statistical behaviour of polymer chains, and to develop introductory concepts concerning the application of mean-field and scaling theories for the description of macromolecular systems.

Competences At the end of the course the student should have further developed the following skills/competences:

1. Ability to demonstrate knowledge and understanding of essential

facts, concepts, principles and theories relating to polymer physics and physical chemistry.

2. Ability to apply such knowledge and understanding to the solution of qualitative and quantitative problems in polymer science.

3. Acquisition of study skills necessary for continuing professional

development.

4. Ability to interact with others on interdisciplinary problems.

Prerequisites Basic knowledge of Thermodynamics and Statistical Physics. Basic knowledge of Organic Chemistry.

Course contents Definition, description and classification of polymers. Polymerization mechanisms and macromolecular architecture. Definition of polymer molecular weight and polydispersity. Statistics of long, flexible chains. Scaling concepts and approximations. Excluded volume and polymers in good solvents. Flory-Huggins theory. Amorphous and crystalline polymers. The glass transition. Introduction to polymer dynamics. Introduction to experimental methods of macromolecular characterization.

Recommended reading Structure and Properties of Macromolecules, N. Kalfoglou, Patras University press, 1995 (a textbook in Greek). Polymer Science and Technology, K. Panagiotou, Pigasos-2000 Publications, Thessaloniki, 1996 (a textbook in Greek). Polymer Physics, M. Rubinstein and R.H. Colby, Oxford University Press, Oxford 2006.

Teaching and learning methods Lectures using a blackboard and slides for overhead projector

Assessment ang grading methods Final examination


Course title Laboratory of Polymers and Composite Materials

Course code MSE412



Year of study 4th

Semester 8th

ECTS credits 5

Name of lecturer(s) Ch. Toprakcioglou, Professor

Learning outcomes The student is expected to acquire basic knowledge in the experimental study of polymers

Competences Development of laboratory skills for the preparation of solid polymer samples and polymer solutions as well as the operation of laboratory apparatus for the characterization of macromolecular systems

Prerequisites Basic knowledge of Thermodynamics and Statistical Physics. Basic knowledge of Organic Chemistry. Elementary laboratory skills and knowledge of computers

Course contents Computational study of the statistics of random walks. Monte Carlo simulation of macromolecular chains. Study of polymer structure by vibrational spectroscopy. Viscometric study of polymer solutions. Determination of polymer molecular weight and estimation of polymer chain dimensions. Investigation of the adsorption of oligomers and polymers on solid-liquid interfaces by infrared spectroscopy. Structural determination of semi-crystalline polymers by x-ray diffraction

Recommended reading Laboratory notes provided by instructor

Teaching and learning methods Laboratory experiments conducted under supervision

Assessment ang grading methods Experimental reports and oral examination


Course title Special Topics on Solid State Physics IΙ

Course code MSΕ414



Year of study 4th

Semester 8th

ECTS credits 5


Learning outcomes In this course, which is compulsory for the students attending the direction for specialization in “ Physics of Technology Materials” the students are introduced in some more advanced topics of Solid State Physics. Selected topics concerning electrical, and optical properties of the materials are analyzed and discussed and they are also introduced in the concept of superconductivity and the properties of superconducting materials.

Competences Apart from the new advanced knowledge offered in this course, students are asked to study in small groups a specific subject from the course material and to present it in the class in presence of the lecturers. In this way they are trained in group work, in the presentation of a scientific topic in front of audience using epoptic media, while they are answering questions from the audience and the teaching staff.

Prerequisites There are not prerequisites according toy the program of study. Nevertheless, good knowledge of the material taught in Solid State Physics course is judged essential for successful attendance of this course.

Course contents First and second order transitions. Dielectric and optical properties of the materials. Dielectric constant and polarisebility. Local field. Sources of poarisibility. Piezoelectricity. Plasmons polarons and exitons. Defects of crystal structures( line defects, dislocations, Surface defects) Superconductivity. Meissner-Ochsenfeld effect. London equation. Isotopic effect. BCS theory of superconductivity. Quantization of magnetic flux in superconducting ring. Tunneling effect in metal- superconductor and between superconductors (Josphson effect). Superconducting quantum interference device (SQUID). Superconducting materials.

Recommended reading Μ.ALI OMAR: Elementary Solid State Physics(Addison Wesley 1975) N. W. ASHCROFT and N. D. MERMIN, (1976): Solid State Physics Holt, Rinehart and Winston. J. C. BLAKEMORE, (1985): Solid State Physics, 2nd ed., Cambridge University Press, Cambridge,G. BURNS, (1985): Solid State Physics, Academic Press, London, R. H. BUBE, (1994):,Electrons in Solids, 3rd ed., Academic Press, New York (1992). G. BUSCH and H. SCHADE, (1976): Lectures on Solid State Physics, Pergamon Press. J.R. CHRISTMAN, (1988): Fundamentals of Solid State Physics, J. Wiley, New York. R. J. ELLIOT and A. F. GIBSON, (1974): An Introduction to Solid State Physics, Macmillan. H. E. HALL (1974): Solid State Physics, “The Manchester Physics Series”, J. Wiley. H. IBACH and H. LUTH, (1991): Solid State Physics: An introduction to Theory and Experiment, Springer-Verlag, Berlin. C. KITTEL, (1976): Introduction to Solid State Physics, J. Wiley.

R. LEVY, (1978): Principles of Solid State Physics, Academic Press, London (1968)( in Greek translation).

Teaching and learning methods The students themselves present the material of the course, divided in small groups each time. All students are prepared to the material under presentation each week. Discussion between students and teaching staff is encouraged throughout the course.

Assessment and grading methods The preparation of the student and the quality of his presentation is evaluated for his final mark. His active participation in the class is also taken into account.


Course title Microelectronic Materials

Course code MSE416




Semester 6th, 8th

ECTS credits 5

Name of lecturer(s) D. Skarlatos, Assistant Professor Ch. Krontiras, Professor S. Georga, Associate Professor

Learning outcomes Σhrough the course the students will get an in-depth understanding of a) The basic distinction between metals, semiconductors and insulators

on the basis of the band theory of solids. b) The basic physical properties and quantities of metals and

semiconductors and the microscopic mechanisms of their conductivity.

c) The basic physical properties and quantities of semiconductor and metal / insulator / semiconductor heterostructures as well as the operation of devices based on them

d) The basic physical properties and growth techniques of MOS technology materials.

Competences At the end of the course, the students will have further developed the following skills:

1. Ability to demonstrate knowledge and understanding of the basic physical properties, quantities and operation principles of metals, insulators and semiconductors physics, their heterostructures and related devices.

2. Ability to construct band diagrams of heterostructures and perform quick order - of - magnitude calculations related to the physics of MOS technology materials.

3. Ability to solve complex problems, either purely theoretical or arising from MOS technology practical requirements.

4. Study skills required for their further professional development.

Prerequisites There are no prerequisite courses. Good knowledge of Modern Physics

Course contents 1.Introduction to the theory of energy bands in solids - Metals, Semiconductors and Insulators (remarks). - Phenomenological approach.E-x diagrams. - The Kronnig – Penney model.E-k diagrams. - Effective mass. 2. Metals

- Free electrons and conductivity in metals. - Thermionic emission. - Phenomena related to contact of metals.

3. Semiconductors I - Intrinsic and extrinsic semiconductors. Carrier statistics in

equilibrium. Carrier statistics out of equilibrium. 4. Semiconductors II

- Conductivity. Drift and diffusion currents. Continuity equation. 5. The clean room 6. Non-uniform doping of Semiconductors

- Introduction to dopant diffusion theory in semiconductors. - Build-in potentials.

7. The ideal MIS (Metal-Insulator-Semiconductor) contact - Phenomenological approach and simple models.

- C-V characteristics of ideal MIS contact.

8. The real MIS (Metal-Insulator-Semiconductor) contact - The Metal/SiO2/Si contact. Deviations from ideal characteristics. - High-k dielectrics. - Germanium MOS contacts.

Recommended reading 1) Lecture notes written by the instructors. 2) S.M.Sze “Semiconductor Devices : Physics and Technology”, 2nd Ed., Wiley, (2002).

Teaching and learning methods - Lectures using blackboard - Powerpoint presentations

- Guided study


(a) Homework Projects with problems and exercises each week. (b) End of semester examination.

Final grade = (Average Project grade x 0.4) + (End of semester examination grade x 0.6) Greek grading scale: 1 to 10. Minimum passing grade: 5.


holds:

5 E, 6 D, 7 C, 8 B and 9 A

Language of instruction Greek. Instruction may be given in English if foreign students attend the course

PHYSICS WITH MAJOR IN: “Energy and Environment”

7th SEMESTER

Course title Renewable energy sources

Course code EEC419



Year of study 4th

Semester 7th

ECTS credits 5

Name of lecturer(s) P. Yianoulis, Professor G. Leftheriotis, Assist. Professor

Learning outcomes At the end of this course the student should be able to 1. Present the various kinds of Renewable Energy Sources (RES),

such as solar, wind and hydro energy, biomass and geothermal energy, and also know their spatial distribution and their change in time.

2. Know the basic principles of operation of the various systems for RES (solar thermal, photovoltaics, wind turbines, hydroelectric plants, biofuels and geothermal systems).

3. Estimate the available potential for each energy source. 4. Estimate efficiency coefficients of the various RES systems.


1) Ability to demonstrate knowledge and understanding of essential facts, concepts, principles and theories relating to renewable energy sources.

2) Ability to apply such knowledge and understanding to the solution of qualitative and quantitative problems of an unfamiliar nature.

3) Ability to adopt and apply methodology to the solution of unfamiliar problems.

4) Study skills needed for continuing professional development.

Prerequisites There are no prerequisite courses. It is however recommended that students should have at least a basic knowledge of Optics, Thermodynamics and Fluid Dynamics.

Course contents Energy sources and needs. Energy conversions. Solar radiation. Wind energy. Geothermal energy. Hydroelectric, wave and tidal energy. Other renewable and “soft” energies. Nuclear energy.

Solar Energy. Thermal conversion. Flat plate collectors. Selective surfaces. Concentrating systems. Solar ponds. Passive solar systems. Photovotaics. Photoelectric conversion. Photogalvanic elements. Conversion to electric energy with intervening thermal transformations.

Wind energy. The nature of wind. Statistical representation. Wind potential. Types of wind turbines. Power coefficient and efficiency of horizontal axis machines. Calculation of losses. Use of wind turbines for the production of electricity. Energy calculations-sizing of turbines. Wind parks.

Hydroelectric plants. Hydraulic potential. Flow duration curves. Design and construction of small hydroelectric stations. Types of turbines. Energy

calculations-dimensioning.

Biomass. Biological conversion and storage of energy. Technologies for the energy conversion of biomass. Thermal energy storage. Chemical storage. Other methods for energy storage.

Physics of non-conventional energy sources. Energy saving-rational use of energy. Electrochromic materials and devices. Hydrogen as a fuel. Fuel cells. Hydrogen production. Financial analysis of energy systems. Directions for the development of energy sources in the future.

Recommended reading 1) "New Energy Sources", P. Yianoulis 2) J. A. Duffie and W. A. Beckman, "Solar Engineering of Thermal Processes". 3) J. Twidell and T. Weir, "Renewable Energy Resources". 4) J. F. Kreider and F. Kreith, "Solar Energy Handbook". 5) D. Le Gourieres: “Wind Power Plants. Theory and Design”. 1982, Pergamon Press, ISBN: 0-08-029967-9. 6) R. Gash, J. Twele (Eds): “Wind Power Plants. Fundamentals, Design, Construction and Operation”, 2002, Solarpraxis A.G., ISBN: 1-902916-37-9. 7) Γ. Παπαληώλεο: «Μηθξά Τδξνειεθηξηθά Έξγα», 2001, Δθδόζεηο πκεώλ, ISBN: 960-7888-23-5. 8) C. L. Martin, D.Y. Goswami (Ed): “Solar Energy Pocket Reference”. 2005, ISES, ISBN: 978-1-84407-306-1. 9) D.Y. Goswami (Ed): “Wind Energy Pocket Reference”. 2007, ISES, ISBN: 978-1-84407-539-3.

Teaching and learning methods Presentations with use of transparencies, and Powerpoint , exemplary solution of problems.

Assessment and grading methods Final examination


Course title Physics of the Atmosphere I - Meteorology (+Laboratory)

Course code EEC421

Type of course Compulsory Specialization “Energy & Environment”



Semester 5th, 7th

ECTS credits 5

Name of lecturer(s) A. Argiriou, Associate Professor A. Rapti, Lecturer

Learning outcomes At the end of this course the student should be able to 1. Identify the basic characteristics of the atmospheric environment

and the principal laws that apply to it. 2. Apply these laws of physics in order to explain common weather

and climatic phenomena and up-to-date issues in atmospheric physics, meteorology and climatology.

At the end of the laboratory course the students should be able to 1. Know the structure of the atmosphere, the variation of the

atmospheric pressure, temperature, relative humidity, specific humidity with the height, the formation of dew, of white frost and of the fog, the formation and the kinds of the clouds, the occurrence of the lightnings, the air masses and the circulation of the Atmosphere.

2. Recognize the continental and maritime air masses, the wind speed and direction.

3. Calculate the water vapour partial pressure, the specific humidity, the water vapour mixing ratio and the absolute humidity from selected atmospheric measurements.

4. Apply the measurements of radiosonde on the thermodynamic Tephigram. Estimate the height of the level of the water vapour condensation for the formation of cloud, and the air mass type.


1. to know and understand the basic theories and principles that are related with the atmosphere, its components and the phenomena that take place into it

2. to apply this knowledge for the quantitative and qualitative solutions of problems related with the contents of this course

3. to acquire the needed knowledge and experience to follow relevant courses that deal in depth with atmospheric physics, meteorology, climatology and atmospheric pollution

4. to acquire basic experimental skills related to the measurement of basic meteorological parameters (instrumentation – measurement procedures)

5. to interact with others on atmospheric physics and on inter or multidisciplinary problems.

At the end of the laboratory course the students will have developed the following competences 1. Ability to explain the variation with the height of the atmospheric

parameters, such as the atmospheric pressure, temperature, relative humidity, specific humidity, water vapour mixing ratio, and to present their graphic representation with the height. .

2. Knowledge of the seasonal evolution of the atmospheric parameters, and understanding of these physical processes.

3. Ability to calculate the virtual temperature and the density of

atmospheric air. 4. Ability to estimate the variation trends of the atmospheric

parameters in the transition from the warm summer season to the cold winter season.

Ability to calculate the precipitable water depth from measurements of radiosonde.

Prerequisites There are no prerequisite courses. It is however recommended that students should have at least a basic knowledge of Waves, Fluid Mechanics, Thermodynamics, Electromagnetism, Optics and Calculus and also basic laboratory skills regarding the measurement of physical quantities and calculation of the uncertainties involved.

Course contents 1 Earth’s atmosphere (1) • General notions • Magnitude of the atmosphere • Composition of lower atmosphere • Atmospheric temperature 2 Earth’s atmosphere (2) • Vertical temperature profile • Atmospheric pressure • Geopotential 3 Earth’s atmosphere (3) • Simple atmospheric models • Water vapor in the atmosphere 4 Atmospheric Thermodynamics (1) • State equation • First law of thermodynamics 5 Atmospheric Thermodynamics (2) • Thermodynamic processes in the atmosphere • Equivalent temperature • Potential temperature 6 Cloud Physics • Water vapor condensation • Rain formation theory • Cloud classification 7 Atmospheric Stability • Vertical temperature gradient as a measure of atmospheric

instability • Temperature inversions • The energy of the atmosphere as a measure of instability 8 Air Mass Motion (1) • Forces defining the air motion • Equations of motion (1) 9 Air Mass Motion (2) • Equations of motion (2) • Air motion in the atmospheric boundary layer 10 Air Masses (1) • Characteristics of air masses • Fronts – Front types • Permanent fronts 11 Air Masses (2) • Low pressure centers • High pressure centers 12 General Atmospheric Circulation • Planetary winds • Troposhperic winds – Ζadley cells • Tropospheric long (Rossby) waves 13 Climate For the laboratory course:

1. Introduction to Atmospheric Physics Origin and composition of the Atmosphere. Distribution of the atmospheric constituens with the height. Variable air constituents. Distribution of the temperature with the height, atmospheric regions.

2. Ιnfluence of the gravity on the atmosphere Geopotential. Hydrostatic equation of the atmosphere. Diffusion of the atmospheric constituents, height scale.

3. Atmospheric thermodynamic Virtual temperature. Αltimetric equation. Dynamic temperature. Δquation of Clausius-Clapeyron. Specific humidity, absolute humidity, water vapour mixing ratio, relative humidity. Formation of the dew, white frost, fog. Dry adiabatic rate of temperature. Atmospheric rate of temperature. The Tephigram of the National Meteorological service.

4. Physics of the clouds Kinds of clouds. Atmospheric aerosols. Formation of the clouds. Homogeneous and heterogeneous condensation of the water vapours. Formation of icicles in the clouds.

5. Atmospheric electricity. Separation of ions in the clouds. Thunderbolts.

6. Dynamics of the atmosphere. Equation of motion of the air masses. The scales of the atmospheric movements. Winds. Atmospheric air masses and fronts.

7. Exercises in the Laboratory of Atmospheric Physics. a) Determination of the constant of psychrometer. b) Determination of the absolute humidity, specific humidity, water

vapour mixing ratio, and relative humidity. c) Determination of the virtual temperature, molecular weight, and

density of atmospheric air. d) Determination of the atmospheric pressure at the sea level. e) Variation of the atmospheric parameters with the height by

means of measurements of radiosonde. Calculation of the precipitable water depth.

f) Application of the measurements of radiosonde on the Tephigram. Estimation of the water vapours condensation level.

g) Evolution of the atmospheric parameters in the transition from the warm summer season to the cold winter season.

h) Seasonal variation of the atmospheric pressure, specific humidity, and relative humidity. Graphical representations.

Recommended reading C. S. Sahsamanoglou, Σ. Η. Makrogiannis, General Meteorology, Ziti Editions, Thessaloniki, Greece, 1998.

C. S. Zerefos, Introductory Course in Atmospheric Physics, Papasotiriou Editions, Athens, Greece, 2009.

Α. Α. Flocas, Courses of Meteorology and Climatology, Ziti Editions, Thessaloniki, Greece, 1994.

C. Varotsos, K. Kondratyev, Environmental Physical Chemistry, Vol. Η, P. Travlos Editions, Athens, Greece, 2000.

For the Laboratory course: 1. “Exercises in the Laboratory in Atmospheric Physics”, A. S. Rapti, 2009, University of Patras. (textbook in Greek language) 2. “Introductory Lessons of Atmospheric Physics”, C. Zerefos, Papasotiriou, Athens, 2009. (textbook in Greek language) 3. “Lectures of Atmospheric Physics – Meteorology”, G. P Mantas, University of Patras.

Teaching and learning methods Lectures using power-point presentations. Problem-solving seminars for the instructive solution of synthetic problems. Solving of critical questions by the students during the lecture time. Laboratory experiments.


Written examination on the theoretical part (60% of the final mark) Weekly oral examination during the laboratory exercises plus final written examination on the laboratory exercises (40% of the final mark) Greek grading scale: 1 to 10. Minimum passing grade: 5.

Grades 3 correspond to ECTS grade F. Grade 4 corresponds to ECTS grade FX. For the passing grades the following correspondence normally holds:

5 E, 6 D, 7 C, 8 B and 9 A

Language of instruction Greek. Instruction may be given in English if foreign students attend the course, after authorization of the University.

Course title Fluid Mechanics

Course code TAE461

Type of course Compulsory (Elective)



Semester 5th, 7th

ECTS credits 5

Name of lecturer(s) V.C. Loukopoulos, Assist. Professor

Learning outcomes At the end of this course the student should be able to 1. To know the physical properties of the fluids. 2. To know the types of fluids (Newtonian, non Newtonian, Ideal), as

well the types of the flow (laminar, turbulent, steady, unsteady, rotational, irrotational, etc).

3. To be able to study the equilibrium of fluids. 4. To be able to study the movement of fluids. 5. To be able to study the dynamic of fluids. 6. To be able to apply the kinematics equations of fluids for the

solution of the flow problems. 7. To be able to apply the dimensional analysis and similarity for the

study of the flow fields. 8. To be able to define the physical problem, the mathematical


9. To be able to apply the basic laws of Fluid Mechanics to meteorology, astrophysics, biomechanics, aerodynamics, new power energy, etc.


1. Ability to demonstrate knowledge and understanding of essential facts, concepts, principles and theories relating to the Fluid Mechanics.




5. Ability to interact with others on physics or multidisciplinary problems.

Prerequisites There are no prerequisite courses. It is however recommended that students should have at least a basic knowledge of Vector Analysis, Ordinary Differential Equations and Partial Differential Equations.

Course contents 1. General concepts and definitions. 2. Hydrostatics. 3. General state of deformation of flowing fluids. 4. Continuity equation. 5. Ideal fluidsν. 6. Viscous fluids. 7. Momentum equation, Navier-Stokes equations. 8. Energy equation. 9. Laminar boundary layers. 10. Thermal boundary layers. 11. Turbulent flow – Turbulence models. 12. Special issues (Hydrodynamic stability, MHD, FHD,

Multiphase flow, etc).

Recommended reading 1) «Boundary-Layer Theory», H. Schlichting, K. Gersten, Springer, 2000. 2) «Fluid Mechanics», L.D. Landau and E.M. Lifshitz, Butterworth-Heinemann Ltd, 1987.

Teaching and learning methods Lectures using slides for overhead projector and/or power-point presentations. Problem-solving seminars for the instructive solution of synthetic problems. Collaborative problem-solving work by the students working in teams of two.


1. An assay comprising of problems solved by one or groups of two students (1.5 degrees, taken into account only when the student secures the minimum mark of 5 in the final written examination)

2. Written examination (100% of the final mark)



holds:

5 E, 6 D, 7 C, 8 B and 9 A


Course title Atmospheric pollution

Course code EEΕ423



Year of study 4th

Semester 7th

ECTS credits 5

Name of lecturer(s) Andreas Kazantzidis, Assistant Professor

Learning outcomes At the end of this course the student should be able to 1. Identify the basic characteristics of the environment and the

principal laws of atmospheric pollution 2. Apply these laws in up-to-date issues of atmospheric

pollution


1. to know and understand the basic theories and principles that are related with atmospheric pollution

2. to apply this knowledge for the quantitative and qualitative solutions of relevant problems

3. to acquire the needed knowledge and experience to follow relevant postgraduate courses that are related with atmospheric pollution


Prerequisites There are no prerequisite courses. It is however recommended that students should have at least a basic knowledge of Environmental Physics.

Course contents 1.Solar radiation and structure of the atmosphere

Absorption, Scattering, Radiative transfer in the atmosphere, Vertical profiles of atmospheric constituents

2. Chemical compounds of air pollution

Properties, Emission Sources, Primary and secondary pollutants, Photochemical smog

3. Aerosols

Properties, Emission sources, Optical properties, Direct and indirect effect on climate change

4. Measurements of atmospheric pollution

Analysis of samples, differential absorption, Remote sensing, Light detection and ranging

5. Dispersion of air pollutants

Atmospheric dispersion, Turbulence, Elements of fluid mechanics, atmospheric dispersion models, Gauss plume model

Recommended reading 1 “Atmospheric Pollution with elements of meteorology, M. Lazaridis, Eds Tziola, 2005 (A textbook in Greek language)

2 “Atmospheric Pollution”. J. Yentekakis, Eds Tziola, 2003 (A textbook in Greek language)

3 “Atmospheric Pollution”, M.Z. Jacobson, Cambridge University Press, 2002

4 “Atmospheric Chemistry and Physics: from air pollution to climate

change”, J.H. Seinfield, S.N. Pandis, John Wiley & Sons, 2006

Teaching and learning methods Lectures using power-point presentations. Problem-solving seminars for the instructive solution of synthetic problems. Solving of critical questions by the students during the lecture time.


1. An assay comprising of the presentation of up-to-date problems on atmospheric pollution (10% of the final mark, taken into account only when the student secures the minimum mark of 5 in the final written examination)

2. A environmental impact study, based on simple models of dispersion of atmospheric pollutants (10% of the final mark, taken into account only when the student secures the minimum mark of 5 in the final written examination)

3. Written examination (80% of the final mark) Greek grading scale: 1 to 10. Minimum passing grade: 5.


holds:

5 E, 6 D, 7 C, 8 B and 9 A


8th SEMESTER

Course title Atomic and Molecular Physics

Course code EEC422



Year of study Fourth

Semester 8th

ECTS credits 5

Name of lecturer(s) P. Τianoulis, Professor

Learning outcomes After successfully completing this course the students will obtain fundamental knowledge of the basic principles of Atomic and Molecular structure. Students will be able to solve problems and get numerical results in order to answer questions related with the various subjects. Examples are: LASER and Photonics, Solar Energy materials and solar cells, Biomaterials and many others. Students attending this course will be able to teach and understand in depth related courses in secondary education, as Chemistry, Environmental Science etc.

Competences Generic Competences: Basic knowledge of the field Capacity for analysis and synthesis Applying knowledge in practice Interdisciplinary Oral and written communication Knowledge of a second language Subject related competences: Estimation skills Deep knowledge and understanding Familiarity in searching sources of information

Ability to interpret phenomena & processes within the frames of available models. Ability to interpret spectroscopic data according to the relevant theories & models.

Prerequisites Knowledge of Quantum Physics & Electromagnetism

Course contents Atomic Physics: Classical theories in atomic physics. The Schrodinger equation and the hydrogen atom. Radiative transitions. Quantum theory of Radiative transitions, Electric dipole

and higher order transitions. Width & shape of spectral lines. Central field approximation & the alkali atoms. Effective potentials. Fine structure. Spin-orbit coupling. LS and jj coupling. Hyperfine structure. Effects of external fields on the atoms. Zeeman, Paschen-Back & Stark

effects. Exercises. Molecular Physics: Born-Oppenheimer Approximation. General Theorems

on Molecular Energy Levels and Structure. Quantum Theory of Chemical Bond (Valence Bond and Molecular Orbital). H2+, Hydrogen Molecule. Hybrid Orbitals. The Self Consistent Field Method. Molecular Interactions. Spectra of Diatomic Molecules. The Fate of Exited Molecular States: Fluorescence, Phosphorescence

Recommended reading A.M. Fox. Atomic Physics, www.mark-fox.staff.shef.ac.uk/PHY332/ W. Demtroder: Atoms, Molecules & Photons, Springer-Verlang. 2006 "Structure of Molecules and the Chemical bond", Y. K. Syrkin and M. E. Dyatkina, N. Y. Dover.

http://www.mark-fox.staff.shef.ac.uk/PHY332/

"Quantum Theory of Molecular Electronic Structure Benjamin", ηνπ R. G. Parr. "Spectra of Diatomic Molecules", (I), G. Herzberg. "Infrared and Raman Spectra" (II), G. Herzberg.

Teaching and learning methods Lectures, team working, Guided study.


End of semester examination marks. Tests marks, Project work assessment.

Language of instruction Greek (possibility in English).

Course title Renewable energy sources laboratory

Course code EEC424



Year of study 4th

Semester 8th

ECTS credits 5

Name of lecturer(s) P. Yianoulis, Professor Y. Tripanagnostopoulos, Assoc. Professor G. Leftheriotis, Assist. Professor

Learning outcomes At the end of this course the student should be able to 1. Know the use of instruments for the measurement of solar

radiation, wind speed, temperature and radiation intensity. 2. Conduct efficiency measurements of renewable energy systems

(solar thermal, photovoltaics). 3. Experimentally estimate the available potential of each emergy

source.


1. Ability to demonstrate knowledge and understanding of essential facts, concepts, principles and theories relating to renewable energy sources.

2. Ability to apply such knowledge and understanding in practice conducting experiments.

3. Ability to adopt and apply methodology in experimental sudy and research.

4. Experimental skills needed for continuing professional development.

Prerequisites The course “Renewable Energy Sources”

Course contents 1. Study of a flat plate solar collector. Estimation of optical efficiency and thermal losses.

2. Study of a photovoltaic panel. Measurement of the I-V characteristic, measurement and estimation of the characteristic electrical parameters.

3. Study of the effects of light intensity and temperature on the performance of a photovoltaic element. Measurement of its spectral response with use of a monochromator.

4. Use of pyranometers and actinometers for the measurement of solar radiation. Spectrally selective filters. Electronic integrators of solar radiation.

5. FRESNEL lens concentrators of solar radiation. Focal point. Measurement of the concentration ratio. Applications.

6. Study of the effect of thickness of building materials on their thermal resistance. Estimation of the thermal conductivity coefficient and U-value of a wall. Use of a special simulator.

7. Measurement of wind velocity and direction. Production of the appropriate charts.

8. Measurement of photovoltaic panels under sunlight. Charging of

batteries. Temperature effect on PV efficiency.

9. Independent study of special topics.

The topics available are in the following fields: i) Wind Energy, ii) Photovoltaics, iii) Thermal collectors, iv) Greenhouses, v) Slar ponds, vi) Thermal losses, vii) Geothermal energy.

Recommended reading 1) "Laboratory Exercises", Notes, P. Yianoulis, G. Athanasouli, Y. Tripanagnostopoulos. 2) "Renewable Energy Sources", P. Yianoulis. 3) “Solar Energy Systems”, Notes, Y. Tripanagnostopoulos.

Teaching and learning methods Carrying out of experiments, analysis and evaluation of measurements by the students, writing up of a report.


Oral examination, evaluation of the student reports. Special project on a different subject of each student. Final examination at the end of the course.


Course title Computational Fluid Mechanics

Course code EEΕ426



Year of study 4th

Semester 8th

ECTS credits 5

Name of lecturer(s) V. Loukopoulos, Assist. Professor

Learning outcomes At the end of this course the student should be able to 1. To know the computational methods (FDM, FEM, FVM, Spectral

Methods, Meshless Methods), which solve corresponding mathematical models of physical problems.

2. To know the basic numerical techniques of the computational methods. 3. To know that the obtained solutions are an approximation of the exact

solution and to be able to estimate the errors that are introduced. 4. To be able to check the consistency, the stability, the convergence and

the accuracy of the numerical solution. 5. To be able to choice the suitable method, the type of the grid etc., in

regards to physical problem 6. To be able to study the equilibrium of fluids, the movement of fluids and

the dynamics of fluids. 7. To be able to solve the kinematics equations (continuum, momentum,

energy). 8. To be able to define the physical problem, the mathematical problem

and to select the suitable method for the solution, and after that to valuate and interpret the results.

9. To be able to solve problems of meteorology, astrophysics, biomechanics, aerodynamics, new power energy, etc.


1. Ability to demonstrate knowledge and understanding of essential facts, concepts, principles and theories relating to the Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD).




5. Ability to interact with others on physics or multidisciplinary problems.

Prerequisites There are no prerequisite courses. It is however recommended that students should have at least a basic knowledge of Vector Analysis, Ordinary Differential Equations, Partial Differential Equations, Fluid Mechanics or Continuum Mechanics, Numerical Analysis and Programming.

Course contents THEORY 1] Basics of discretization methods, Finite Differences, Difference representation of Partial Differential Equations, Discretization error, Truncation error, Round-Off error. Consistency, Stability, Convergence, Accuracy. 2] Grid generation and grid refinement. 3] Application to selected model equations. Wave equation, Heat equation, Laplace’s equation, Burgers’ equation (Inviscid), Burgers’ equation (Viscous) 4] Application to the equations of Fluid Mechanics and Heat Transfer

model equations. 5] Numerical solution of Continuity equation, Momentum equation (Euler equations, Navier-Stokes equations), Energy equation. 6) Solution of Boundary-Layer equations. 7) Solution of Averaged equations for turbulent flows. 5] Finite Element Method. 6] Finite Volume Method. 7] Spectral Methods. 8] Meshless Methods. 9] Examples - Solved Problems.

Recommended reading 1) «Computational Techniques for Fluid Dynamics», C.A.J. Fletcher, Volumes I, II, Springer, 2000. 2) «Computational Methods for Fluid Dynamics», J.H. Ferziger, M. Peric, Springer, 2002. 3) «Basics of Fluid Mechanics and Introduction to Computational Fluid Dynamics», T. Petrila, D. Trif, Springer, 2005. 4) «MeshFree Methods, Moving beyond the Finite Element Methods», G.R. Liu, CRC Press, 2003.



1. An assay comprising of problems solved by one or groups of two students (1.5 degrees, taken into account only when the student secures the minimum mark of 5 in the final written examination)


a. Greek grading scale: 1 to 10. Minimum passing grade: 5.

b. Grades 3 correspond to ECTS grade F. c. Grade 4 corresponds to ECTS grade FX. d. For the passing grades the following correspondence

normally holds:

5 E, 6 D, 7 C, 8 B and 9 A


Course title Physics of the Atmosphere II (Theory + Laboratory)

Course code EEΕ428




Semester 6th, 8th

ECTS credits 5

Name of lecturer(s) A. Kazantzidis, Assistant Professor (Theory) A. Rapti, Lecturer (Laboratory)

Learning outcomes At the end of this course the students should be able to 3. Identify the basic characteristics of the environment and the

principal laws of radiative transfer on the atmosphere 4. Apply these laws in up-to-date environmental issues

At the end of practice at the Laboratory the students should be able to

1. Present the physical processes of absorption and scattering of the solar irradiance by the atmospheric air constituents and aerosols, the optical properties of the atmosphere, the air pollutants concentration, the atmospheric layer of ozone, the theory of Chapman and the equation of Chapman, and the formation of the Ionosphere.

2. Calculate the atmospheric optical thickness, atmospheric transparency and atmospheric turbidity using measurements of the direct solar irradiance intensity at constant solar elevation angle from a Linke-Feussner type pyrheliometer.

3. Determine the spectral distribution of the atmospheric optical thickness and the atmospheric transparency using spectral measurements of the solar irradiance intensity.

4. Determine the spectral distribution of the direct and the diffuse sky radiation.

5. Evaluate the air specific humidity and precipitable water depth dependence on the atmospheric optical thickness during the prevalence of continental and maritime air masses.


5. to know and understand the basic theories and principles that are related with radiative transfer in the atmosphere

6. to apply this knowledge for the quantitative and qualitative solutions of relevant problems

7. to acquire the needed knowledge and experience to follow relevant postgraduate courses that are related with radiative transfer


At the end of practice at the Laboratory the students will have developed the following competences:

1. Ability to demonstrate knowledge of the concepts, principles, theories, equations and, mainly, the atmospheric parameters and data relating to Atmospheric Physics.

2. Knowledge of the dependence of the optical properties of the Atmosphere on the air specific humidity during the prevalence of continental and maritime air masses.

3. Knowledge of the seasonal variation of the spectral irradiance intensity and the atmospheric optical thickness during the prevalence of continental and of maritime air masses.

4. Ability to estimate the atmospheric air pollutants amount. 5. Ability to take measurements of spectral solar irradiance at

constant solar elevation angle and to solve problems of Atmospheric Physics.

Prerequisites There are no prerequisite courses. It is recommended that students should have at least a basic knowledge of Environmental Physics and Atmospheric Physics I.

Course contents 1.Introduction Solar radiation, the atmosphere 2. Radiative transfer theory Basic principles, black body radiation, absorption, extinction, scattering, emission of solar radiation, radiative transfer theory 3. Radiative transfer in the atmosphere Molecular absorption and scattering, Rayleigh and Mie scattering theory, optical properties of aerosols and clouds, multiple scattering phenomena 4. Photochemistry in the atmosphere Basic principles, photochemistry of stratospheric and tropospheric ozone, photolysis rates of basic atmospheric gases 5. Energy balance in the atmosphere Thermal radiation, solar irradiance at the ground and the upper limit of the atmosphere, climate change and future estimations 6. Measurements of shortwave and longwave radiation Thermal detectors, photodiode and CCD instruments, spectroradiometers, absolute, spectral calibration of instruments, angular response correction Exercises in the Laboratory of Atmospheric Physics

a) Determination of the atmospheric optical thickness by means of solar spectral measurements from a Linke - Feussner type pyrheliometer.

b) Determination of the atmospheric transparency and turbidity. c) Determination of the spectral distribution of the direct irradiance

intensity. d) Determination of the spectral distribution of the diffuse radiation. e) Wavelength dependence of the atmospheric optical thickness

and of the atmospheric transparency. f) Dependence of the atmospheric optical thickness on the specific

humidity. g) Seasonal evolution of the atmospheric optical thickness and

transparency.

Recommended reading 1. “Radiation and Climate” I.M. Vardavas, F.W. Taylor, Oxford University Press Inc., 2007

2. “Atmospheric Radiation”, I. Young Y.L., Oxford University Press Inc., 1989

3. “Exercises in the Laboratory of Atmospheric Physics”, A. S. Rapti, 2001-2002, University of Patras. (A textbook in Greek language).

4. Lectures of Physics of the Atmosphere”, A. S. Rapti, 2008, Atmospheric Physics Laboratory, University of Patras.

5. “In radiation in the atmosphere”, K. Ya. Kondratyev, Academic Press, New York.

Teaching and learning methods Lectures using power-point presentations. Problem-solving seminars for the instructive solution of synthetic problems. Solving of critical questions by the students during the lecture time. Exercises in the Laboratory in Atmospheric Physics by means of atmospheric and solar measurements.


Theory 4. An assay comprising of the presentation of up-to-date problems

on atmospheric pollution (10% of the final mark, taken into account only when the student secures the minimum mark of 5 in the final written examination)

5. A environmental impact study, based on simple models of dispersion of atmospheric pollutants (10% of the final mark, taken into account only when the student secures the minimum

mark of 5 in the final written examination) 6. Written examination (80% of the final mark)

Laboratory Written examination on the content of lectures and exercises in the Laboratory of Atmospheric Physics (application of theory). Greek grading scale: 1 to 10. Minimum passing grade: 5. Grades≤3 correspond to ECTS grade F. Grade 4 corresponds to ECTS grade FX. For the passing grades the following correspondence normally holds: 5 → E, 6→D, 7→C, 8→B and ≥9→A.

Language of instruction Greek. The lectures and the exercises in the Laboratory may also be given in English if foreign students attend the course

Course title Solar Energy Systems

Course code EEΕ430




Semester 6th, 8th

ECTS credits 5

Name of lecturer(s) Y. Tripanagnostopoulos, Assoc. Professor

Learning outcomes At the end of the course the student should be able to 1. Know the basic principles of physics regarding the collection,

conversion and utilization of solar energy, as well as the technologies that have been developed.

2. Study the application of solar energy systems to buildings, industry and agricultural sector, to large solar thermal and solar electricity plants and to combine solar energy systems with other renewable energy sources and energy saving technologies.

3. Design and calculate the involved parameters of solar energy installations, which should be optimized regarding energy effectiveness, operation, cost and environmental impact.

.


1. Ability to demonstrate knowledge and understanding of essential facts, concepts, principles and theories relating to solar energy systems.

2. Ability to apply such knowledge and understanding in practice conducting experiments.

3. Ability to adopt and apply methodology in experimental study and research.

4. Experimental skills needed for continuing professional development.

Prerequisites There are no prerequisite courses. It is however recommended that students should have at least a basic knowledge of Physics on Optics, Thermodynamics and Fluid Dynamics.

Course contents 1. Solar radiation to the atmosphere and ground level. Basic principles of

collection, conversion and storage of solar radiation. 2. Solar collectors and other systems for fluid heating at low

temperatures. 3. Flat Plate Thermosiphonic solar systems for domestic water heating.

Integrated Collector Storage solar water heaters. 4. Optical and thermal properties of concentrating solar energy systems. 5. Energy storage, space heating and cooling, solar power and

electricity. 6. Stand alone and grid connected pholtovoltaics. Concentrating

photovoltaics, Hybrid photovoltaic/thermal systems and other photovoltaic systems.

7. Operational effective and aesthetic integration of passive and active solar energy systems to the buildings.

8. Application of solar energy systems to the industry, agricultural sector, etc.

9. Solar energy systems combined with wind turbines, biomass and geothermic installations.

10. National and international policy and regulations regarding solar energy.

11. Environmental impact of solar energy systems.

Recommended reading 1. Y. Tripanagnostopoulos, Notes “Solar Energy Systems” 2. P. Yianoulis "New Energy Sources" 3. K. Balaras, A. Argyriou, F. Karagiannis “Conventional and Renewable

Energy Sources” 4. Y. Fragiadakis “Photovoltaic systems” 5. J. A. Duffie and W. A. Beckman, "Solar Engineering of Thermal

Processes". 6. J. F. Kreider and F. Kreith, "Solar Energy Handbook". 7. U. Eicker “ Solar Technologies for buildings”

Teaching and learning methods Oral presentation of course subjects and powerpoint presentation, tests, student project.


Final written examination at the end of the course plus intermediate test exams and presentation of a project on a different subject by students.


PHYSICS WITH MAJOR IN: “Photonics”

7th SEMESTER

Course title Optoelectronics

Course code PHC431




Semester 7th

ECTS credits 5

Name of lecturer(s) A. T. Georges, Professor

Learning outcomes At the end of the course the student should have gained: Knowledge of the basic physics of the various photonic devices and their applications in optical fiber communications and other fields.

Competences At the end of the course the student should be competent: to understand scientific and technical articles in the field of photonics, to continue with graduate studies (at the Master or Ph.D. level) in this field, and eventually find employment in a related subject.

Prerequisites Completion of 3rd year courses in quantum mechanics and electromagnetism.

Course contents 1. Light Propagation in Optical Fibers Propagation modes, dispersion and optical pulse broadening, compensation for group velocity dispersion. 2. Propagation, Modulation and Laser Oscillation in Optical Waveguides Propagation modes, coupled mode theory, couplers, modulators, distributed feedback lasers, supermodes and laser arrays. 3. Theory of Amplification of Optical Radiation Density matrix operator, time-dependent perturbation theory, linear polarization, calculation of the gain coefficient for an atomic laser, Erbium doped fiber laser amplifiers. 4. Semiconductor Lasers Amplification in a semi conducting medium, double heterostructure lasers, direct current modulation. 5. Quantum Well and Quantum Dot Lasers Physics of quantum wells, two- and one-dimensional media, vertical cavity surface emitting lasers, quantum dot lasers.

Recommended reading “Lectures in Photonics (Optoelectronics”, by A. T. Georges, and «Photonics», by A. Yariv and P. Yeh (Oxford, 2007).

Teaching and learning methods Lectures using projections from laptop, 3 hours per week. Exercise sets for practice.

Assessment and grading methods The course grade is based (100%) on the final examination. Greek grading scale: 1 to 10. Minimum passing grade: 5.


holds:

5 E, 6 D, 7 C, 8 B and 9 A

Language of instruction Greek. For foreign students the course can be taken in English, as a reading course from the textbook by A. Yariv and P. Yeh.

Course title Applied Optics

Course code PHC433



Year of study Third/Fourth

Semester 5th / 7th

ECTS credits 5

Name of lecturer(s) V. Giannetas, Professor

Learning outcomes At the end of this course the student will have comprehended: 1. Concepts, principles and theories that are related to Applied

Optics and Optics in general. 2. The importance of Optics in many branches of Physics and in

our everyday life. 3. The interaction of light with matter. 4. Polarization effects and their applications. 5. The operation principles of many devices (based on optical

processes) for precise measurements. 6. The deeper understanding of many natural phenomena that are

related to Optics.

Competences At the end of this course the student will have further developed the following dexterities Ability to apply the acquired knowledge to the deeper understanding of various Optical phenomena as well as the operation principles of several optical devices (Laser, microscope, photo camera etc.).

Prerequisites There are no prerequisite courses. It is however recommended that students should have at least a basic knowledge of Optics and Electromagnetism

Course contents Examination of Electromagnetic theory. Light and photons. Interaction of

Electromagnetic Radiation and Matter. Optical properties of metals and

dielectric materials.

Refraction. Scattering. Fresnel Equations. Atmospheric Optics. Refraction

of Light in Spherical Surface. Transfer Matrices and Jones Matrices.

Polarization, polarizers, dichroism, birefringence, optical activity. Faraday,

Kerr and Pockels effects. Mathematical description of polarization.

Interference of optical waves. Interferometers: Mickelson, Mach - Zehnder,

Sagnac, Fabry-Perot, Twyman-Green. Applications.

Fresnel and Fraunhofer diffraction

Recommended reading Instructive books:

1) "Applied Optics with subjects of Optoelectronics and Laser", D.

Zevgοils. Tziola Publications, Thessalonica 2007

2) "Courses of Optics", G. Asimellis, Publications of Modern

Knowledge, Athens 2006.

Suggested Bibliography:

1) «Optics», Ε. Hecht (Addison Wesley Editίon)

2) «Introduction to Optics», Frank Pedrotti, Leno Pedrotti, (Pearson

International Edition).

Teaching and learning methods Lectures using video projector for PDF or PowerPoint presentations. Seminars on problem-solving.


Written examination


Course title Laser Physics Lasers’ Laboratory

Course code PHC435




Semester 7th

ECTS credits 5

Name of lecturer(s) P. Persephonis, Professor

V. Giannetas, Professor

M. Fakis, Lecturer

Learning outcomes At the end of this course the student should be able to know 1. The basic principles of the stimulated emission and population inversion. 2. The basic principles of the line broadening. 3. The basic principles of Lasers. 4. The Laser monochromaticity. 5. The pulsed operation of the Laser. 6. The basic principles of the spatial and temporal coherence. 7. The technology of ultra short pulses. 8. The categories of laser systems

Competences At the end of the course the student will have further developed the following skills/competences 1. Ability to operate and tune a Laser. 2. Ability to apply Fourier transform in Optics. 3. Ability of the maximum coupling of a laser light into an optical fibre. 4. Ability of the examine the stability of a laser resonator.

Prerequisites There are no prerequisite courses. It is however recommended that students should have at least a basic knowledge of Optics

Course contents A) Principles of laser operation.

1. Introductory knowledge. Spontaneous and stimulated emission, Population inversion, absorption, line- broadening, gain coefficient. 2. Eenergy levels, transitions, saturation. Systems of two, three, and four levels – gain saturation. 3. Laser operation. Conditions of laser operation, output power, giant pulses Q switch, Amplified spontaneous emission (ASE) 4. optical Resonators Fabry-Perot resonator, longitudinal and transverse modes in optical resonators, stability of optical resonators, control of the modes. 5. Single mode operation – Coherence. Spectral tune of the laser and multimode operation, Fabry-Perot etalon,

Single mode operation, Spatial and temporal coherence. 6. Mode – locking. Theoretical analysis, mode – locking techniques, optical Kerr effect, Self Phase Modulation (SPM). 7. Ultra short pulses. Group Velocity Dispersion (GVD), pulse compression with interaction of (SPM) and (GVD), solitons, techniques of measuring ultra short pulses, amplification of ultra short pulses. 8. Gas and liquid lasers. Laser media requirements, Gas lasers, liquid lasers, dye lasers. 9. Solid state lasers. Semiconductor lasers, Solid state lasers, Fibre optics lasers. B) Laser training laboratory. Experiment 1: Laser He – Ne Experiment 2: Coupling of Laser He – Ne beam in optical fibre. Experiment 3: Modeling of optical resonators. Experiment 4: Fourier optics , spatial filters.

Recommended reading « Laser physics and Technology» P Persephonis, (ed) Papasotiriou ( 2001) « Principles of Lasers» O Svelto (trans) Serafetinides kourouklis. «Optics» A Hecht. «Training Experiments Laser» V. Giannetas (ed) University of Patras

Teaching and learning methods Lectures using power-point presentations. Problem-solving seminars for the instructive solution of synthetic problems.

Assessment ang grading methods 1) Written examination two times during the course. 2) In the case of a failure there is an other opportunity after the end

of the course



holds:

5 E, 6 D, 7 C, 8 B and 9 A


8th SEMESTER

Course title Atomic and Molecular Physics

Course code EEC422




Semester 8th

ECTS credits 5

Name of lecturer(s) Prof. P. Τianoulis

Learning outcomes After successfully completing this course the students will obtain fundamental knowledge of the basic principles of Atomic and Molecular structure. Students will be able to solve problems and get numerical results in order to answer questions related with the various subjects. Examples are: LASER and Photonics, Solar Energy materials and solar cells, Biomaterials and many others. Students attending this course will be able to teach and understand in depth related courses in secondary education, as Chemistry, Environmental Science etc.

Competences Generic Competences: Basic knowledge of the field Capacity for analysis and synthesis Applying knowledge in practice Interdisciplinary Oral and written communication Knowledge of a second language Subject related competences: Estimation skills Deep knowledge and understanding Familiarity in searching sources of information

Ability to interpret phenomena & processes within the frames of available models. Ability to interpret spectroscopic data according to the relevant theories & models.

Prerequisites Knowledge of Quantum Physics & Electromagnetism

Course contents Atomic Physics: Classical theories in atomic physics. The Schrodinger equation and the hydrogen atom. Radiative transitions. Quantum theory of Radiative transitions, Electric dipole

and higher order transitions. Width & shape of spectral lines. Central field approximation & the alkali atoms. Effective potentials. Fine structure. Spin-orbit coupling. LS and jj coupling. Hyperfine structure. Effects of external fields on the atoms. Zeeman, Paschen-Back & Stark

effects. Exercises. Molecular Physics: Born-Oppenheimer Approximation. General Theorems

on Molecular Energy Levels and Structure. Quantum Theory of Chemical Bond (Valence Bond and Molecular Orbital). H2+, Hydrogen Molecule. Hybrid Orbitals. The Self Consistent Field Method. Molecular Interactions. Spectra of Diatomic Molecules. The Fate of Exited Molecular States: Fluorescence, Phosphorescence

Recommended reading A.M. Fox. Atomic Physics, www.mark-fox.staff.shef.ac.uk/PHY332/ W. Demtroder: Atoms, Molecules & Photons, Springer-Verlang. 2006 "Structure of Molecules and the Chemical bond", Y. K. Syrkin and M. E. Dyatkina, N. Y. Dover. "Quantum Theory of Molecular Electronic Structure Benjamin", ηνπ R. G. Parr. "Spectra of Diatomic Molecules", (I), G. Herzberg. "Infrared and Raman Spectra" (II), G. Herzberg.

Teaching and learning methods Lectures, team working, Guided study.


End of semester examination marks. Tests marks, Project work assessment.

Language of instruction Greek (possibility in English).

http://www.mark-fox.staff.shef.ac.uk/PHY332/

Course title Introductory Quantum Optics

Course code PHE436




Semester 8th

ECTS credits 5

Name of lecturer(s) Prof. A. T. Georges

Learning outcomes At the end of the course the student should have gained: basic knowledge of quantum optics.

Competences At the end of the course the student should be competent: to understand quantum optical phenomena, and be able to do graduate studies in the field.


Course contents 1. Review of Quantum Mechanics Time dependent perturbation theory, two level atom - field interaction, harmonic oscillator, creation and destruction operators. 2. Density Matrix Operator Equation of motion, decay of atomic states, electronic polarization, two-photon interaction. 3. Quantization of Electromagnetic Fields Coherent states, autocorrelation functions, and coherence properties of EM fields. 4. Interaction of Atoms with Quantized EM Fields Second quantization, Wigner-Weisskopf theory of spontaneous emission, quantum beats in fluorescence. 5. Resonance Fluorescence Coherent and incoherent scattering, the triplet spectrum under strong excitation, two-time intensity correlation, photon anti-bunching, squeezed states of the field.

Recommended reading “Lectures Notes: Introduction to Quantum Optics”, by A. T. Georges. «Quantum Optics», M. O. Scully and M. S. Zubairy (Cambridge, 1997). «Quantum Optics: An Introduction», M. O. Fox (Oxford, 2006).




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Language of instruction Greek. For foreign students the course can be taken in English, as a reading course from the textbook by M. O. Scully and M. S. Zubairy

Course title Lasers and Applications

Course code PHE438




Semester 8th

ECTS credits 5

Name of lecturer(s) Prof. S. Couris

Learning outcomes At the end of this course the student should be able to: describe the principles of laser operation describe and fully understand the properties of laser light describe, understand and use the basics of light-matter interactions understand and correlate the laser light properties with the key issues

of the various laser based applications understand the principles of operation of the basic instrumentation for

light and low electric signal detection describe at a reasonable level the laser applications taught apply the basic physics and laser physics principles in order to explain

phenomena related with the applications of lasers

Competences At the end of the course the student should have developed the following skills/competences: ability to demonstrate his knowledge and understanding of the basic

concepts related to coherent light and light-matter interactions. ability to use the acquired knowledge for the solution of qualitative

and quantitative problems. ability to combine basic physics principles with the laser physics to

understand different applications of lasers. develop study skills needed for continuing professional development

and understanding of new ideas in the field of new laser sources and applications.

ability to communicate his knowledge and think analytically in the field of laser physics.

Prerequisites Electromagnetism (3rd year level), Quantum Mechanics (3rd year level), Fundamentals of Laser Operation), Applied Optics

Course contents The laser as light source: properties of laser radiations, principles of laser operation. Laser sources for Spectroscopy. Scattering of light: Rayleigh, Mie, Raman, Brillouin. Instrumentation for Spectroscopy: diffraction and optical gratings, lenses, mirrors, filters, beam-splitters, polarizers, monochromators-spectrographs, Light Detectors (photomultipliers, photodiodes, diode arrays, CCD, ICCD, semiconductor based detectors for IR radiations, streak camera). Devices and Instrumentation for measuring low level electrical signals: Lock–in amplifiers, Boxcar integrators. Laser Spectroscopy: Laser Induced Fluorescence (LIF), Multi-photon Ionization Spectroscopy (MPI), Raman Spectroscopy, Infrared Spectroscopy (IR). Laser Induced Plasma Spectroscopy. Laser cooling. Bose–Einstein condensation. Introduction to Nonlinear Optics: the nonlinear optical susceptibility, wave equation description of nonlinear optical interactions, nonlinear absorption and refraction, second and third harmonic generation, nonlinear optical materials, the “all–optical” processes. Optical Trapping and applications in Biology and Medicine. Bio-photonics: basics of laser tissue interactions, Photodynamic Therapies. Bio-nano-photonics: applications of nanoparticles (quantum

dots, metallic nanoparticles) in medical imaging and diagnostics.

Recommended reading 1) “Optics and Photonics: An Introduction”, F. Graham Smith, T. A. King, D. Wilkins, 2nd Ed., John Wiley & Sons, 2007. 2) “Laser Spectroscopy: Basic concepts and Instrumentation”, W. Demtröder, 3rd Ed., Springer 2003. 3) “Introduction to Optics”, F. L. Pedrotti, L. S. Pedrotti, 2nd Ed., Prentice Hal International, 1997. 4) “Lasers: Principles and Applications”, J. Wilson, J.F.B. Hawkes, Prentice Hall. 5) “Physics of Optoelectronics”, Michael A. Parker, Taylor & Francis Group, 2005. 6) “Introduction to Biophotonics”, P. N. Prasad, John Wiley & Sons, 2003. 7) “Fundamentals of Photonics”, Saleh Teich, Wiley. 8) Review articles from scientific journals such as Nature, Science θαη Physics Today. 9) “Notes on Applications of Lasers in Physics, Chemistry θαη Materials Science”, S. Couris, Lecture Notes, Univ. of Patras.

Teaching and learning methods Use of transparencies and power point presentations

Assessment ang grading methods Two 15 min. presentations by each student for two different topics, one selected by the student one proposed by the Lecturer (40% of the final grade) Written exam (60% of the final grade)

Language of instruction Greek or English or French (depending upon the presence of not Greek speaking students)

Course title Fiber Optics and Communications

Course code PHE440



Year of study Third, Fourth

Semester 7th, 8th

ECTS credits 5

Name of lecturer(s) ROUDAS I., PROFESSOR

Learning outcomes

Competences

Prerequisites

Course contents

Recommended reading



Language of instruction


“Theoretical, Computational Physics and Astrophysics”

7th SEMESTER

Course title Nuclear Physics and Particle Physics

Course code TAC445




Semester 7th

ECTS credits 5

Name of lecturer(s) Prof. Sm. Lola

Learning outcomes The aim of the course is that the students understand the principles of nuclear and particle physics, combining theory with experiment. In the nuclear physics module, we study nuclear properties, radioactive decays, nuclear models and interactions and basic experiments of the field. In the particle physics module, the emphasis is on the description and understanding of the Standard Model that describes particles and their interactions at high energies, making the links with symmetries and conservation laws.

Competences At the end of the course, the students will have further developed the following skills: -Knowlegde and understanding of basic data, principles and theories related to nuclear and particle physics. -Knowlegde of basic experiments in the subject, and of experimental methods and approximations. - Ability to apply this knowledge and respective methodology to the solution of problems at both qualitative and quantitative level.

Prerequisites An appropriate understanding of the content of the lectures requires a basic background in Contemporary Physics.

Course contents Nuclear Physics 1) Basic properties of the nucleus and nuclear force. 2) α,β,and γ radioactive decays. 3) Laws of radioactive decays. 4) Introduction to radiation detectors. 5) Nuclear Models. 6) Nuclear Reactions. 7) Brief Introduction to basic experiments of Nuclear Physics:

Mossbauer effect, Goldhaber experiment, etc.

8) Applications: a) Operation principles of a nuclear reactor, b) Elements of solar nuclear physics.

9) Introduction to accelerators.

Elementary Particle Physics 1) Introduction to the physics of elementary particles. 2) Leptons, quarks and gauge particles. 3) Mesons and baryons. 4) Kinematics. 5) Symmetries and conservation laws. 6) Introduction to gauge theories.

7) Parton model. 8) Resonances. 9) Feynman diagrams. 10) Standard Model of particle physics. 11) Higgs mechanism.

Recommended reading -Introduction to Nuclear Physics, W.N.Cottingham, D.A. Greenwood. -Introduction to Particle Physics and Cosmology, J. Vergados and I. Triantafyllopoulos.

Teaching and learning methods -Lectures using blackboard -Powerpoint presentations -Projection of movies with simulations, information from contemporary experiments, interviews of experts in the subject etc

Assessment ang grading methods Written Examinations



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Course title Astrophysics I

Course code TAC447




Semester 7th

ECTS credits 5

Name of lecturer(s) Lect. P, Christopoulou

Learning outcomes At the end of this course the student should be able to 1) Understand how astronomers use the spectra of stars to reveal

their chemical compositions and surface temperature. 2) Be able to describe binary stars and explain how they provide

information about stellar masses. 3) identify the main physical processes which determine the structure

of stars and the equations which must be solved in order to find the details of this structure

4) describe how energy is generated and transported in stars, Know what a stellar model is and be able to explain the theoretical model of the Sun

5) Understand the various methods to measure distances in the cosmic ladder

6) Understand what the Drake equation is and how scientists use it 7) Be able to describe the methods for detecting planets orbiting other

stars. 8) Know the general characteristics of the extrasolar planets

discovered so far


1) A mathematical application of the principles of physics to the study of the constitution and physical conditions of stars

2) Ability to emphasize basic physical concepts and principles, to evaluate key observational evidence of the Universe, and to apply calculations

3) Ability to apply a quantitative analysis in order to address qualitative questions, the results of which can lead our view of the universe

Prerequisites There are no prerequisite courses. It is however recommended that students should have at least a basic knowledge of “Introduction to Astronomy and Astrophysics”

Course contents Fundamental Concepts of Astrophysics: luminosity, Brightness, Surface Temperature, Boltzman and Saha equations, theory of Spectral Lines. Spectral Classification of Stars, Double Stars, Stellar Masses, star clusters, observed mass luminosity relations,distance measurements Stellar Structure and Evolution: Hydrostatic equilibrium, energy generation, equation of radiation transport, optical depth, influence of convection, nuclear reactions in stellar interiors, PP chain, CNO cycle, the triple a- reaction, later stages of nuclear burning , s and r processes, equation of state of an ideal gas, opacity, homologous stellar models.

Bioastronomy Methods of detecting extrasolar planetary systems. Recent discoveries, Drake equation.

Recommended reading Textbooks in greek language

1) «Fundamental Concepts of Astrophysics», C. Goudis., University of

Patras press.

2) «Stars and Interstellar Matter» C. Goudis., University of Patras press

3) «Cosmic Pathways», C. Goudis., Editors Ekati ISBN960-408-045-8

Teaching and learning methods Lectures using power-point presentations and animations, problem-solving and multiple choice on the web-course page, video presentations. The lectures are designed to introduce and explain scientific concepts, to stimulate interest in the reading material, to expand on the reading material, and, in some cases, to introduce topics not covered in the textbooks. Students are encouraged to ask questions during the lectures and to discuss the methods of solving an astrophysical problem.

Assessment ang grading methods 1) Five Homeworks compulsory (20% of the final grade) 2) One midterm test compulsory (30% of the final grade 3) Final exam (50% of the final grade) Greek grading scale: 1 to 10. Minimum passing grade: 5.


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Course title Computational Physics

Course code TAC449




Semester 7th

ECTS credits 5

Name of lecturer(s) Prof. V. Geroyannis

Learning outcomes 1. Being familiar with fundamental mathematical problems that are involved in the problems of physics and solved by methods of numerical analysis.

2. Realizing that most problems of physics are solved by numerical methods.

3. Realizing that, in their large majority, the involved algorithms of numerical analysis can be found as free software in the internet, in the form of, e.g., Fortran subprograms.

4. Being familiar with the procedure/methodology of composing software packages, including Fortran main program and subprograms (that can be found in free-software libraries in the internet), with the task of solving problems of physics.

Competences 1. Ability to solve with numerical methods fundamental mathematical problems that are involved in the problems of physics.

2. Ability to apply a procedure/methodology in transforming a problem of physics into numerical algorithms and, finally, into a software package.

3. 3. Ability to compose large software packages.

Prerequisites ---

Course contents 1. Numerical analysis fundamentals (roots, interpolation with polynomials and splines, least squares, numerical differentiation and integration, linear and nonlinear systems of equations, ordinary differential equations).

2. Systems of ordinary differential equations. 3. Initial and boundary value problems for ordinary differential

equations.

4. Eigenvalues and eigenvectors. 5. Optimization, modeling, simulation. 6. Partial differential equations. 7. Monte – Carlo methods. 8. Special issues.

Recommended reading 1. G. E. Forsythe., M. A. Malcolm, C. B. Moler, Computer methods for mathematical computations (translated in Greek language), Crete University Press, 2006.

2. D. Georgiou, Numerical Analysis, Kleidarithmos, 2008. 3. K. Atkinson, Elementary Numerical Analysis, John Wiley & Sons,

1985. 4. I. Jacques, C. Judd, Numerical Analysis, Chapman and Hall,

1987.

Teaching and learning methods Lectures take place at the Computational Center of the Department of Physics. The students are taught the educational material and apply directly to appropriate laboratory exercises. Power-point presentations and internet are used in the lectures.

Assessment and grading Written examination in theory and practice concerning treatment of

methods appropriate laboratory exercises. Examination takes place at the Computational Center of the Department of Physics.



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Course title Laboratory Astronomy

Course code TAE451




Semester 7th

ECTS credits 5

Name of lecturer(s) Assist. Prof. B. N. Zafiropoulos.

Prof. V. Geroyannis

Learning outcomes Knowledge and Solving Basic Problems in Astronomy, Study and Use of Astronomical Instruments.

Competences Sky Observing, Usage of Astronomical Instruments.

Prerequisites Basic Knowledge in Astronomy.

Course contents Spherical Triangles, Coordinate Systems, Exploiting Astronomical Diagrams, Constellations-Uranography, Planisphere, Solar Dials, Sextant, Simulation of the Celestial Sphere, Telescopes, Planetary Motion, Elements of Planetary Orbits, Differential Rotation of the Sun.

Recommended reading 1) B. N. Zafiropoulos, and C. J. Flogaitis, “Exercises IN LABORATORY ASTRONOMY”, Univ. of Patras Ed., Patras 2009.

2) B. N. Zafiropoulos, PRACTICAL ASTRONOMY, Univ. of Patras Ed., Patras 2009.

3) B. N. Zafiropoulos, INSTRUMENTS, METHODS AND HISTORY OF ASTRONOMY AND ASTROPHYSICS, Univ. of Patras Ed., Patras 2009.

4) B. N. Zafiropoulos, INTRODUCTION TO ASTRONOMY AND ASTROPHYSICS, Univ. of Patras Ed., Patras 2009.

Teaching and learning methods Lectures, Power Point Presentations, Observations With Telescopes, Use of Astronomical Instruments.

Assessment ang grading methods Two preliminary exams and a final written exam.


Course title An Introduction to discrete mathematics

Course code TAE453




Semester 5th/7th

ECTS credits 5

Name of lecturer(s) Z. Psillakis, Assistant Professor

Learning outcomes Discrete mathematics is the part of mathematics devoted to the study of discrete objects. It is used whenever objects are counted, when relationships between finite sets are studied, and when processes involving a finite number of steps are analyzed. A key reason for the growth in the importance of discrete mathematics is that information is stored and manipulated by computers in a discrete fashion.

Competences The course has more one purpose. Students should learn not only a particular set of mathematical facts but also how to apply them. To achieve these goals, it stresses mathematical reasoning and the different ways problems are solved.

Prerequisites -----

Course contents Number theory. Recursions. Counting techniques. Relations and data structures. Algorithms. Modeling computation. Codes.

Recommended reading Liu., C.L. Elements of Discrete Mathematics, McGraw-Hill International Editions. Aggelis, E.S. and Mpleris, G.A. Discrete Mathematics. Giola Editions, Thessaloniki. (in Greek)

Teaching and learning methods Lectures.

Assessment and grading methods Homework. Oral and written examination.

Language of instruction Greek. Instructions may be given in English if foreign students attend the course.

Course title Mechanics of Continuous Media

Course code TAE455




Semester 7th

ECTS credits 5

Name of lecturer(s) A. Terzis, Assoc. Professor

Learning outcomes At the end of this course the student should be able to 1. Apply the tensor calculus in Continuum Mechanics. 2. Apply the methods developed in this course for solving qualitative

and quantitative problems in the field of Continuum Mechanics. 3. Apply the methods developed in this course for solving at least

qualitative problems in not well-known deformable systems.


1. Apply the tensor calculus in several other fields of Physics, as for example in Classical theory of Fields, Special and General Relativity.



Prerequisites There are no prerequisite courses. It is however recommended that students should have at least a basic knowledge in University mathematics and Classical Mechanics.

Course contents 1. Introduction and basic concepts Elements of Tensor Calculus. Basic concepts and methods in Continuum Mechanics. 2. Kinematics Lagrange and Euler representation. Velocity distributions. Deformation tensor. Rate deformation tensor. 3. Dynamics Stress vector and stress tensor. Equations of motion for the continuum body. 4. Linear elastic body. 5. Ideal Fluid. 6. Newtonean fluid.

Recommended reading 1. «A Introductory Course in Continuum Mechanics», Η.D.Xatsidemetriou, G. Bozis. 2. «A Course in Continuum Mechanics», L. Sedov. 3. « Continuum Mechanics», P. Chadwick.

Teaching and learning methods Weekly lectures


1. Homeworks (20% of the final grade) 2. Midterm Exam (30% of the final grade) 3. Final Exam (50% of the final grade)



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Course title Special Topics on Quantum Mechanics

Course code TAE457




Semester 7th

ECTS credits 5

Name of lecturer(s) Prof. Bakas,

Learning outcomes At the end of the course the student would be able to 1. Apply approximation techniques to time-independent and time-

dependent quantum mechanical problems. 2. To compute physical quantities related to scattering experiments. 3. To study problems with electromagnetic interactions. 4. To do calculations with angular momenta. 5. To understand applications related to path integrals.

Competences At the end of the course the student will have further developed the following skill/competence 1. To understand and complete to the end quantum mechanical

calculations. 2. To use the bibliography on quantum mechanics at an advanced

level. 3. To write essays on selected topics after search in the internet.

Prerequisites Modern Physics 2nd year, Quantum Mechanics I,II 3rd year.

Course contents 1. Approximate methods (semi-classical approximation, variational method)

2. Time-dependent perturbations. 3. Scattering theory. 4. Electromagnetic interactions – Landau levels. 5. Applications of the theory of angular momentum. 6. Path integrals.

Recommended reading 1.. “Quantum Mechanics II”, Stefanos Traxanas, University

Publications of Crete. 2. “Introduction to Quantum Mechanics”, Kyriakos Tamvakis, Leader

Books. 3. Lecture Notes, Demetris P.K. Ghikas

Teaching and learning methods Teaching with blackboard and computer. Solution of selected examples. Presentations of various topics by the student.


Writing essays on selected topics. Final oral and written exam.

Language of instruction Greek.

Course title Field Theory

Course code TAE459




Semester 7th

ECTS credits 5

Name of lecturer(s) I. Bakas, Professor

Learning outcomes After the completion of the course students will be able to: 3. understand problems and theories of modern physics concerning

the fundamental interactions (especially electroweak and gravitational ones)

4. apply the principles of relativistic field theories to the classical description of forces and extract of interaction rules

5. establish a detailed and mathematically sound acquaintance of the gauge theories of fundamental particles and Einstein‟s general theory of relativity for gravity

Competences At the end of the semester students will be able to: 1. demonstrate knowledge and understanding of the basic notions

and problems of modern theoretical physics 2. apply the achieved knowledge to the solution of physical

problems in the theory of fundamental interactions 3. interact with others on modern scientific problems of theoretical

physics, study advanced scientific articles and books, and participate actively in issues of interdisciplinary nature

Prerequisites Students are expected to have good knowledge of classical mechanics, electromagnetism, the theory of special relativity, all courses on mathematics and to be acquainted with the basics of quantum physics.

Course contents Scalar and vector fields: Klein-Gordon equation, electromagnetic interactions, Lagrangian description, gauge transformations, abelian Higgs model. Spacetime symmetries, Noether‟s theorem, energy-momentum tensor, currents and charges, examples. Gauge symmetry breaking, Goldstone‟s theorem, Higgs mechanism, masses of vector bosons. Yang-Mills field theories, non-abelian gauge symmetries, Lie algebras. Fermionic fields, Dirac equation, interactions of fermions and gauge fields. Unified theory of electroweak interactions: brief review, field content, couplings. Gravitational interactions: equivalence principle, tensor analysis and differential geometry, Einstein‟s equations, couplings with other fields. Simple solutions of Einstein‟s equations: black holes, cosmological models, spacetime singularities.

Recommended reading 1) “Particle Physics and Cosmology” Κ. Vayionakis, University of Ioannina Publications (third edition) 2003 (available in Greek). 2) "The classical theory of fields", L. Landau θαη E. Lifshitz. 3) "Gauge field theories: an introduction", J. Leite Lopes.

Teaching and learning methods All lectures are delivered on blackboard. Sometimes relevant problems are suggested to small groups of students for further elaboration.


Written examination (100% of course grade)

Language of instruction Greek. Foreign students may consult the lecturer during office hours.

Course title Fluid Mechanics

Course code TAE461

Type of course Compulsory (Elective)



Semester 5th, 7th

ECTS credits 5

Name of lecturer(s) V.C. Loukopoulos, Assist. Professor

Learning outcomes At the end of this course the student should be able to 1. To know the physical properties of the fluids. 2. To know the types of fluids (Newtonian, non Newtonian,

Ideal), as well the types of the flow (laminar, turbulent, steady, unsteady, rotational, irrotational, etc).

3. To be able to study the equilibrium of fluids. 4. To be able to study the movement of fluids. 5. To be able to study the dynamic of fluids. 6. To be able to apply the kinematics equations of fluids for the

solution of the flow problems. 7. To be able to apply the dimensional analysis and similarity for

the study of the flow fields. 8. To be able to define the physical problem, the mathematical


9. To be able to apply the basic laws of Fluid Mechanics to meteorology, astrophysics, biomechanics, aerodynamics, new power energy, etc.

Competences At the end of the course the student will have further developed the following skills/competences 1. Ability to demonstrate knowledge and understanding of essential

facts, concepts, principles and theories relating to the Fluid Mechanics.




problems.

Prerequisites There are no prerequisite courses. It is however recommended that students should have at least a basic knowledge of Vector Analysis, Ordinary Differential Equations and Partial Differential Equations.

Course contents 1. General concepts and definitions. 2. Hydrostatics. 3. General state of deformation of flowing fluids. 4. Continuity equation. 5. Ideal fluidsν. 6. Viscous fluids. 7. Momentum equation, Navier-Stokes equations. 8. Energy equation. 9. Laminar boundary layers. 10. Thermal boundary layers. 11. Turbulent flow – Turbulence models. 12. Special issues (Hydrodynamic stability, MHD, FHD,

Multiphase flow, etc).

Recommended reading 1) «Boundary-Layer Theory», H. Schlichting, K. Gersten, Springer, 2000. 2) «Fluid Mechanics», L.D. Landau and E.M. Lifshitz, Butterworth-Heinemann Ltd, 1987.



An assay comprising of problems solved by one or groups of two students (1.5 degrees, taken into account only when the student secures the minimum mark of 5 in the final written examination)



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Course title Dynamic Systems

Course code TAE463




Semester Seventh

ECTS credits 5

Name of lecturer(s) Assoc. Prof. D. Sourlas

Learning outcomes At the end of this course the student should be able to 1. study linear and nonlinear dynamical systems 2. find limit cycles 3. study Hamiltonian Systems 4. find bifurcation points 5. use Poincare maps to investigate a nonautonomous system of

differential equations 6. to apply the theory to modeling the population of a single species 7. to investigate period-doubling bifurcations to chaos 8. know what is fractal 9. to use the package of Maple

Competences At the end of this course the student should be able to 1 classify critical points in the plane 2 construct phase plane diagrams using isoclines, direction fields and

eigenvalues 3 prove existence and uniqueness of a limit cycle 4 prove that certain systems have no limit cycles 5 sketch phase portraits of Hamiltonian systems 6 describe how a phase portrait changes as a parameter changes 7 interpret the bifurcation diagrams in terms of Physical behavior 8 use the Poincare map as a tool for studying stability and bifurcations 9 produce graphical iterations of one-dimentional iterated maps. 10 carry out simple complex iterations 11 plot certain fractals using the Maple package

Prerequisites 1. Ordinary Differential Equations 2. Linear Algebra

Course contents 1. Autonomous Scalar Differential Equations 1s order 2. Linear System in the plane 3. Non Linear System in the plane 4. Limit Cycles 5. Hamiltonian Systems, Lyapunov functions, and Stability 6. Bifurcation Theory 7. Three dimensional Autonomous Systems and Chaos 8. Poincare maps and Nonautonomous Systems in the plane 9. Discrete linear Dynamical Systems 10. Discrete nonlinear Dynamical Systems 11. Complex Iterative maps 12. Fractals

Recommended reading 1. “Dynamical Systema and Applicationns”, D. Sourlas, Press of University of Patras. 2009, (A text book in Greek language).

2. “Dynamical Systems and Chao” Α and Β Volumes, A. Boundis, Press Papasotiriou 1995.

3. “Non Linear Ordinary Differential Equations”», A. Boudis, Press Pneumatikos, 1997.

4. “The wonderfull World of Fractals”, A. Boudis, Press Leader Books, 2004.

5. “Dynamical Systems with Applications using Maple” S. Lynch,

Birkhauser 2000. 6. “Differential Equations and Dynamical Systems” , L. Perko,

Springer, 2000. 7. “Dynamics and Bifurcations”, J. Hale, H. Kocak, Springer-Verlag,

1991. 8. “Nonlinear Oscilations, Dynamical Systems and Bifurcations of

Vector Fields” J. Guckenheimer, P. Holmes, Springer,1983. 9. “Chaos, An Introduction to Dynamical Systems”, K. Alligoog, T.

Sauer, J. Yorke, Springer, 1997. 10. “Differential Equations, Dynamical Systems and an Introduction

to Chaos”, M. Hirsch, S. Smale, R. Devaney, Elsevier Academic Press, 2004.

Teaching and learning methods Lectures in classical way, (chalkboard), and use of power-point represantations and Maple.


1. Solving a series of exercises and homework 2. Oral Examination


Course title Elements of Stochastic Mathematics

Course code TAE465




Semester 7th

ECTS credits 5


Learning outcomes In recent years, probability has developed many diverse and important uses in many fields of science and engineering. The course attempts to develop in the student‟s intuitive feel of the subject and help him/her think probabilistically.

Competences In the course, probability concepts and techniques are presented, in order the students learn and also use them as essential components in modelling and analyzing a variety of problems in science and engineering.

Prerequisites -----

Course contents Generating functions. Limit theorems. Simulation of random variables. Stochastic processes. Information and decision theory. Game theory. Reliability theory. Probabilistic analysis of algorithms.

Recommended reading Lecture notes.




8th SEMESTER

Course title Cosmology

Course code TAC446




Semester 8th

ECTS credits 5

Name of lecturer(s) Prof. V. Geroyannis

Learning outcomes 1. Understanding our cosmological neighbourhood. 2. Understanding the large-scale structure of the Universe. 3. Realizing the great cosmological significance of certain

astronomical observations. 4. Being familiar with the prevailing cosmological theories and with

certain new ideas on the Universe.

Competences 1. Ability to study large-scale physical systems. 2. Ability to understand/treat theories involving physical

quantities different by many orders of magnitude. 3. Being familiar with experiments and observations owing

to advanced technologies.

Prerequisites ---

Course contents 1. Astrophysics fundamentals. 2. Variable stars and their cosmological significance. 3. The Galaxy. 4. Galaxies. 5. Large-scale structure of the Universe. 6. Observations of great cosmological significance. 7. Cosmological hypotheses and theories. 8. Newtonian and relativistic cosmological models. 9. New cosmological aspects and theories.

Recommended reading 1. Frank H. Shu, THE PHYSICAL UNIVERSE. An introduction to Astronomy, Vol. II: Galaxies – The Solar System (translated in Greek language), Crete University Press, 2003.

2. V. Geroyannis, Cosmology, Lecture Notes, University of Patras. 3. E. R. Harrison, Cosmology, Cambridge University Press, 1981. 4. R. D‟Inverno, Introducing Einstein‟s Relativity, Oxford University

Press, 1995. 5. J. N. Islam, An introduction to mathematical cosmology, Cambridge

University Press, 1993.

Teaching and learning methods Lectures using power-point presentations, multimedia, internet.


Written examination. Greek grading scale: 1 to 10. Minimum passing grade: 5.


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Course title Modern Physics

Course code TAC448




Semester 8

ECTS credits 5

Name of lecturer(s) Prof. A. Georgas, Prof. A. Zdetsis

Learning outcomes At the end of this course the student would have an overall comprehension of selected topics in Modern Physics. He would be informed on issues of current research on Nanotechnology, on Non-Linear and Quantum Optics, on Collective Quantum Effects and on the Theory of Quantum Information.

Competences At the end of this course the student will have further developed the following skill/competence 1. To understand the meaning of results of current research. 2. To search effectively for more information. 3. To design his further studies based on the knowledge of the

selected topics of the course. .

Prerequisites All Compulsory courses of 1st, 2nd and 3rd years of study.

Course contents I. Physics of Nanostructures and Nanotechnology. II. Topics on Non-Linear and Quantum Optics. III. Collective Quantum Effects.

1. Superfluidity, Superconductivity. 2. Spin Waves. 3. Bose-Einstein Condensates. IV Theory and Applications of Quantum Information.

Recommended reading 1. “Quantum Systems with Many Particles”, G.X. Psaltakis, University Publications of Crete. 2. “ Quantum Computers, Basic Concepts”, I. Karafilliis,

Kleidarithmos.

3. Lecture Notes, by A. Zdetsis, A. Georges, D.P.K. Ghikas .

Teaching and learning methods Using blackboard, transparencies and computer.

Assessment and grading methods Writing essays on selected topics after search in the internet. Final oral and written exam


Course title Observational Astrophysics

Course code TAE450




Semester 8th

ECTS credits 5

Name of lecturer(s) Lecturer. P. Christopoulou

Learning outcomes Laboratory exercises include properties of telescopes, observations of stars, planets, star clusters, nebulae and galaxies using telescopes at the Observatory of the Astrophysical Laboratory, and computer-based activities that illustrate modern astronomical techniques using digital data


1. practical knowledge of the stars, some `hands-on' experience on observing and analyzing data.

2. working in pairs or groups but presenting his own lab report 3. motivation and interest to research in observational

astrophysics

Prerequisites There are no prerequisite courses. It is however recommended that students should have attended successfully the complementary course “Introduction to Astronomy and Astrophysics”

Course contents 1. Spectral Continuum. Determination of Temperature and Radius of Stars.

2. UBV System. Colour Indices. 3. Spectral Types of Stars. H-R Diagram. 4. Photometry of Pleiades. Distance and age of stellar clusters .

(Project CLEA) 5. Solar Flux, solar Rotation. (Project CLEA) 6. Supernova remnants. Crab nebula 7. Dying stars and the birth of elements. X ray Spectroscopy of Cas

A with XMM Newton . (Project CLEA) 8. Estimation of the expansion of the Universe, the age and the

distance of nearby galaxies (Hubble constant) 9. Image processing of astronomical images with MAXIM DL.

Properties‟ of a CCD camera. Tricolour imaging. 10. Observations using telescopes at the University Observatory 11. Observations using telescopes at the University Observatory 12. Observations using telescopes at the University Observatory

Recommended reading Each week students take one or more handouts which should read before next week's lab. These will be distributed during the lab meetings; but they can also get them from the class web site

Teaching and learning methods Observations, computer labs, traditional format for lab reports, which include an introduction, a list of the equipment used, a description of the results, and a discussion of their conclusions. A lot of animations on the web-site


Instead of a final exam, students have a short quiz every week based on the reading assignment or on the activities of the previous weeks Final grade will depend on the reports, worksheets, and drawings students hand in, their quiz scores, and their attendance record. Work handed in counts for 60-70% of the grade, while quizzes count for the remaining 40-30%.


Course title An Introduction to Statistics

Course code TAE452




Semester 6th/8th

ECTS credits 5


Learning outcomes Statistics is the science of learning from data. In the course, the subject matter of statistics is introduced and its two branches are presented. The first of these, called descriptive statistics, is concerned with the collection, description and summarization of data. The second and more important branch, called inferential statistics, deals with the drawing of conclusions from data using mathematical and probabilistic reasoning.

Competences The course enhances the students in understanding of the statistical techniques and concepts. Accordingly, they probably be able to know not only how and when to utilize the statistical procedures developed, but also to understand why these procedures should be used in a variety of disciplines in science and real world issues.

Prerequisites -----

Course contents Descriptive statistics. Sampling theory. Estimation theory. Statistical hypotheses testing. Curve fitting, regression and correlation. Analysis of variance. Time series and forecasting. Quality control.

Recommended reading Spiegel, M. R. Theory and Problems of Probability and Statistics. Schaum‟s Outline Series, McGraw-Hill Book Company. Ioannidis, D. A. Statistical Methods. Ziti Editions, Thessaloniki. (in Greek)




Course title Astrophysics II

Course code TAE454




Semester 8th

ECTS credits 5

Name of lecturer(s) Lecturer. P. Christopoulou

Learning outcomes At the end of this course the student should be able to 1 Be able to explain the life cycles of stars of various masses

after the main sequence and their deaths 2 Be able to describe the various kinds of pulsating variable

stars and. understand the evolution a close binary system. 3 Be able to explain how planetary nebulae are created and

understand how white dwarfs are formed. 4 Understand how a high-mass star dies and know the types

of supernova and what distinguishes them. 5 Know what supernova remnants are 6 Know what a neutron star, and a black hole is and be able to

describe its properties 7 evaluate the evidence for supermassive and mid-mass black

holes. 8 Know what the interstellar medium is and what kind of

matter constitutes it. 9 Be able to define the various clouds (nebulae) within the

interstellar medium: dark nebulae, emission nebulae, and reflection nebulae

10 Understand the cosmic accelerators and the origin of cosmic rays.


4) A mathematical application of the principles of physics to the study of the evolution of stars and ISM

5) Ability to emphasize basic physical concepts and principles, to evaluate key observational evidence of the stellar deaths, remnants and interaction with interstellar matter

6) Ability to apply a quantitative analysis in order to address qualitative questions, the results of which can lead to our view of the universe.

Prerequisites There are no prerequisite courses. It is however recommended that students should have passed the complementary courses “Introduction to Astronomy and Astrophysics” of the of the first semester of 2nd year and :”Astrophysics I” of the first semester of 4th year.

Course contents Birth and evolution of stars of various masses, Variable stars, Rotating Stars. Magnetic Stars. Novae. Supernovae Stellar death : White Dwarfs. Neutron Stars. Pulsars. Black Holes, Interstellar Matter (HII Complexes- Molecular Clouds, Planetary Nebulae, Supernova Remnants). Cosmic Magnetic Fields, Cosmic Rays

Recommended reading Textbook in Greek language.

«Stars and Interstellar Matter» C. Goudis., University of Patras press

Teaching and learning methods Lectures using power-point presentations and animations, problem-solving and multiple choice on the web-course page, video presentations. The lectures are designed to introduce and explain scientific concepts, to stimulate interest in the reading material, to expand on the reading material, and, in some cases, to introduce topics not covered in the

textbooks. Students are encouraged to ask questions during the lectures and to discuss the methods of solving an astrophysical problem.


4) Five Homeworks compulsory (20% of the final grade) 5) One midterm test compulsory (30% of the final grade 6) Final exam (50% of the final grade) Greek grading scale: 1 to 10. Minimum passing grade: 5.


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5 E, 6 D, 7 C, 8 B and 9 A Oral student‟s presentations (15 min) on various topics of astrophysical interest at the end of the course.


Course title Radioastronomy

Course code TAE456




Semester 8th

ECTS credits 5

Name of lecturer(s) Assist. Prof. B. N. Zafiropoulos

Prof. V, Geroyiannis

Learning outcomes Getting acquainted with the instruments, methods, techniques and history of Radioastronomy.

Competences Knowledge of radio wave physics, radioreceivers and radiotelescopes.

Prerequisites Basic Knowledge in Astronomy and Astrophysics

Course contents Introduction to Radioastronomy, Fundamental Quantities in Radioastronomy, Mechanisms of Radiowave Production, Detection of the Spiral Structure of our Galaxy using the 21 cm Line, Radiosources, Antennas Characteristics and Response to Radioemission, Antennas‟ Arrays, Radioobservation Systems, Radiometry, Radiotelescopes Receivers, Geometry of Interferometers and Method of Using a Point Source as a Reference, Radiowave Propagation, Radiowave Polarization

Recommended reading 1) Β. Ν. Εafiropoulos, RADIOASTRONOMY, Univ. of Patras Ed., Patras, 2010.

2) Β. Ν. Εafiropoulos, ASTROPHYSICS, Univ. of Patras Ed., Patras, 2010.

3) J. D. Kraus, RADIOASTRONOMY, McGraw-Hill Book Co., N.Y. 196.6

4) J. D. Kraus, ANTENNAS, McGraw-Hill Book Co., N.Y. 1950.

Teaching and learning methods Lectures and Power Point Presentations.


Two preliminary exams and a final written exam.


Course title Introductory Quantum Optics

Course code PHE436




Semester 8th

ECTS credits 5

Name of lecturer(s) Prof. A. T. Georges

Learning outcomes At the end of the course the student should have gained: basic knowledge of quantum optics.

Competences At the end of the course the student should be competent: to understand quantum optical phenomena, and be able to do graduate studies in the field.


Course contents 1. Review of Quantum Mechanics Time dependent perturbation theory, two level atom - field interaction, harmonic oscillator, creation and destruction operators. 2. Density Matrix Operator Equation of motion, decay of atomic states, electronic polarization, two-photon interaction. 3. Quantization of Electromagnetic Fields Coherent states, autocorrelation functions, and coherence properties of EM fields. 4. Interaction of Atoms with Quantized EM Fields Second quantization, Wigner-Weisskopf theory of spontaneous emission, quantum beats in fluorescence. 5. Resonance Fluorescence Coherent and incoherent scattering, the triplet spectrum under strong excitation, two-time intensity correlation, photon anti-bunching, squeezed states of the field.

Recommended reading “Lectures Notes: Introduction to Quantum Optics”, by A. T. Georges. «Quantum Optics», M. O. Scully and M. S. Zubairy (Cambridge, 1997). «Quantum Optics: An Introduction», M. O. Fox (Oxford, 2006).




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Language of instruction Greek. For foreign students the course can be taken in English, as a reading course from the textbook by M. O. Scully and M. S. Zubairy

Course title Astroparticles Physics

Course code TAE460




Semester 8th

ECTS credits 5

Name of lecturer(s) Prof. Sm. Lola

Learning outcomes The aim of the course is that the students come in contact with contemporary developments in Astroparticle Physics, both at the experimental and theoretical level. We study the evolution of the universe in all important phases from the Big Bang to date, as derived by observations and theoretical models. Particular emphasis will be paid in the origin of dark matter in the universe, and the prospects for its detection in contemporary experiments, such as CAST at CERN.

Competences At the end of the course, the students will have further developed the following skills: -Knowlegde and understanding of basic data, principles and theories related to astroparticle physics. - Experience with experimental methods and approximations. - Ability to apply this knowledge and respective methodology to the solution of problems at both qualitative and quantitative level. -Due to the combined study of two subjects that started as independent ones (particle physics and astrophysics), as well as the combination of experiment and theory, students are encouraged to broaden their way of thinking, deal with scientific problems in a spherical way, and be open to inter-disciplinary approaches and collaborations.

Prerequisites An appropriate understanding of the content of the lectures requires knowledge of the course Nuclear and Particle Physics (which in turns requires a basic background in Contemporary Physics).

Course contents Experiments – Observations: 1) Introduction to experimental Astroparticle Physics: Observations and

Results. 2) Experiments for the detection of dark matter candidates

(WIMPs,AXIONS,WISPs,…) 3) Detection of dark matter particles in high energy physics experiments. 4) Solar-Cosmic Rays. 5) Detection of gravitational waves. 6) Other observations.

Theoretical Study: 1) Particle distributions in the early universe. 2) Theoretical predictions for dark matter and dark energy. 3) Phase transitions in the universe. 4) Nycleosynthesis. 5) Baryogenesis-Leptogenesis. 6) Neutrino Physics.

Recommended reading -Introduction to Particle Physics and Cosmology, J. Vergados and I. Triantafyllopoulos. -Particle Physics and Cosmology, K. Vagionakis. -Cosmic Rays, Lecture Notes by A. Liolios.

Teaching and learning methods -Lectures using blackboard -Powerpoint presentations -Projection of movies with simulations, information from contemporary

experiments, interviews of experts in the subject etc


Written Examinations

Language of instruction Greek Greek grading scale: 1 to 10. Minimum passing grade: 5.


5 E, 6 D, 7 C, 8 B and 9 A

PHYSICS MAJOR IN:

“Electronics, Computers and Signal Processing”

7th SEMESTER

Course title Theory of Signals and Circuits

Course code ELC471



Year of study 3rd/4th

Semester 5th/ 7th

ECTS credits 5

Name of lecturer(s) Spiros Fotopoulos, Professor

Learning outcomes At the end of this course the student should be able to 1. Identify basic circuit elements 2. Identify basic signals 3. Describe and apply the laws of electric circuits 4. Use techniques of circuit analysis 5. Compute voltage and currents and analyze an electric circuit 6. Describe an electric circuit in time and frequency domain 7. Compute frequency response 8. Analyze a linear transformer


1. Modelling and description of natural electric elements 2. Problem solving ability

3. qualitative and quantitative description of an electric circuit performance


Course contents 1. Basic signals 2. Elements of electric circuits 3. ηνηρεία θπθιωκάηωλ. 4. Techniques of circuit analysis 5. Response to dynamical excitations 6. Sinusoidal analysis 7. Fourier Analysis and Fourier transforms 8. Laplace transform techniques 9. Frequency response 10. Magnetically coupled circuits and transformers

Recommended reading 1 πύξνπ Γ. Φωηόπνπινπ: «πλνπηηθή ΘΔΧΡΗΑ ΚΤΚΛΧΜΑΣΧΝ», Δθδόζεηο INSPIRATION, 2009.

2 G. Rizzoni: «Αλάιπζε θπθιωκάηωλ θαη ζεκάηωλ», Σνκ.1, Μεη. Υ. Υξεζηίδεο, Δθδ. Παπαδήζε

Teaching and learning methods Lectures using power-point presentations. Problem-solving seminars for the instructive solution of synthetic problems.




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Language of instruction Greek.

Course title Microcomputers: Architecture, Programming and Applications

Course code ELC473



Year of study 4th

Semester 7th

ECTS credits 5

Name of lecturer(s) E. Zigouris, Associate Professor

Learning outcomes At the end of this course the student should be able to:

Enumerate the basic blocks of a microcomputer.

Identify the basic building blocks of a CPU.

Understand and explain the Memory map and the Memory decoding concepts.

Identify the instruction set in assembly language for an 8-bit CPU and specially for 8085.

Program in assembly for 8085 using commercial tools.

Demonstrate the meaning of the stack and how a subroutine can be used in assembly language programming.

Translate simple algorithms in assembly code.

Design a microcomputer based in 8085.


1. Ability to demonstrate knowledge and understanding of essential facts, concepts, principles and theories relating to the design and programming of a microcomputer.




5. Ability to interact with others on inter or multidisciplinary problems.

Prerequisites There are no prerequisite courses. It is however recommended that students should have at least a basic knowledge of Digital Electronics and Computer Architecture.

Course contents Microcomputer Systems and Microprocessor Architecture.

CPU, Memories, I/Os.

The Bus Concept. Address, Data and Control Bus.

Instruction Formats and Sets. Addressing Modes.

Introduction to 8085 Assembly Language Programming.

Stack, Subroutines and parameters passing.

Simple and advanced algorithmic problems in Assembly for 8085, using Software tools.

Interrupts and Data Transfer Techniques.

Peripheral Interfacing and I/O Devices for Process and Instrumentation Control.

Advanced Microprocessors and Microcontrollers.

Recommended reading 1) Gaonkar R., Microprocessor Architecture, Programming, and Applications with the 8085, Fifth Edition, Prentice Hall, 2002. 2)Godse A. P. & Godse D. A., Microprocessor and Microcontroller, Technical Publications Pune, 2008. 3) Stewart J. W. & Miao K. X., The 8051 Microcontroller: Hardware, Software and Interfacing, 2nd Edition, Prentice Hall, 1999. 4) Steiner C., The 8051/8052 Microcontroller, Architecture, Assembly Language and Hardware Interfacing, Universal Publishers, 2005.

5) Gilmore Ch.M. Microprocessors, Principles and Applications, 2nd ed., 2006. (A textbook translated in Greek language). 6) Lewis D. W., Fundamentals of Embedded Software: Where C and Assembly Meet, Prentice Hall, 2002.

Teaching and learning methods Lectures using slides for overhead projector and/or MS Powerpoint presentations. Algorithmic problems in Assembly Language programming for 8085.


Written examination at the end of the semester (100% of the final mark) Greek grading scale: 1 to 10. Minimum passing grade: 5.


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Course title Analog Electronics

Course code ELC475




Semester 5th/7th

ECTS credits 5

Name of lecturer(s) C. Psychalinos, Associate Professor J. Haritantis, Professor

Learning outcomes At the end of this course the student should be able to 1. Describe the operation of one stage amplifies with BJT/MOS

transistors and to quantify their performance characteristics. 2. Describe the operation of differential amplifies and to quantify

their performance characteristics. 3. Describe the operation of multistage amplifies, including opams,

and to quantify their performance characteristics. 4. Describe the frequency response of amplifiers. 5. Design basic electronic stages such as filters, oscillators,

comparators etc.


1. Ability to demonstrate knowledge and understanding of essential facts, concepts, principles and theories relating to analog electronics.




5. Ability to interact with others on electronic circuits problems.

6. Ability to design basic electronic stages such as filters, oscillators, comparators.

Prerequisites There are no prerequisite courses. It is however recommended that students should have at least a basic knowledge of Organic Chemistry.

Course contents 1. One- stage amplifier topologies. 2. Two-stage amplifier topologies. 3. Differential Amplifier. 4. MOS amplifiers. 5. Operational Amplifier. 6. Current-mirrors-voltage references. 7. Transfer function-Frequency response. 8. Frequency response of amplifiers. 9. Linear applications of opamps. 10. Non-linear applications of opamps. 11. Feedback - Stability-Oscillators.

Recommended reading 1. I.Haritantis : «Electronics II», Arakynthos Press, 2007. 2. R. Jaeger: «Microelectronics», vol.II, Tziolas Press, 1999 (Greek

Edition). 3. P. Gray, P. Hurst, S. Lewis, R. Meyer: «Analysis and Design of

analog integrated circuits”, Klidarithmos Press 2007 (Greek Edition).

4. C. Psychalinos: «Analog Electronics”, Teaching notes,

University of Patras, 2008.

Teaching and learning methods Lectures using slides for overhead projector and/or power-point presentations. Problem-solving seminars for the instructive solution of synthetic problems. Collaborative problem-solving work by the students.




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Course title Digital Electronics Laboratory

Course code ELE481



Year of study 4th

Semester 7th

ECTS credits 5

Name of lecturer(s) E. Zigouris, Associate Professor, S. Vlassis, Assistant Professor


Analyze, design and implement combinational and sequential digital circuits and define their operation.

Enumerate the different characteristics of TTL and CMOS digital logic families.

Analyze, design and implement circuits for pulse generation and pulse shaping in a transistor level.

Analyze, design and implement circuits for A/D and D/A conversion.

Analyze and design RAM with larger capacity based on RAMs with smaller ones.

Design combinational and sequential digital circuits using hardware description languages (VHDL).


1. Ability to demonstrate knowledge and understanding of essential facts, concepts, principles and theories relating to the design and analysis of digital circuits.





Prerequisites There are no prerequisite courses. It is however recommended that students should have at least a basic knowledge of Electronics.

Course contents Dynamic Behavior of a BJ Transistor and a MOS Transistor as a Switching Element.

Combinatorial Logic Circuits. Gates, Multiplexers, Comparators, Decoders, Adders/Subtractors.

Unstable, Monostable and Bistable Multivibrator Circuits.

Schmitt Trigger.

Sequential Logic Circuits. FFs, Asynchronous and Synchronous Counters, Registers and Register Files.

Memories. RAMs and ROMs.

A/D and D/A Converters.

Measurement of the dc and ac characteristics of TTL and CMOS gates.

Circuit (Combinatorial and Sequential) design with VHDL and Quartus II.

Recommended reading 1) S. Brown, Z. Vranesic, Digital Systems Design with VHDL, 2001. (A textbook translated in Greek language).

2) Th. Deliyannis, Digital Circuits, 2005. (A textbook in Greek language). 3) D. Leach, A. Malvino, Digital Principles and Applications, 5th ed., 2006. (A textbook translated in Greek language). 4) M. Morris Mano, Digital Design, 3rd ed., 2005. (A textbook translated in Greek language). 5) J. Wakerly, Digital Design, 3rd ed., 2002. (A textbook translated in Greek language). 6) R. Dueck, Digital Design with CPLD Applications and VHDL, 2nd ed., Delmar Thomson Learning, 2005.

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Teaching and learning methods Lectures using MS Powerpoint presentations. Problem-solving seminars.


1) Lab Reports on digital circuits design (50% of the final mark). 2) Examination in the laboratory at the end of the semester (50% of the final mark). 3) Alternatively to the 2nd above, a report on digital system design with VHDL, by groups of two students (50% of the final mark).



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Course title Introduction to Communication Systems

Course code ELE483



Year of study 4nd

Semester 7th

ECTS credits 5

Name of lecturer(s) G. Economou, Associate Professor

Learning outcomes At the end of this course the student should be able to 1. Understand the main concepts of analogue and digital

communication systems 2. Understand Fourier transform and Spectral analysis and its

application to communication systems 3. Analyze and design an AM and FM modulator demodulator

systems. 4. Explain and discuss Digital transmission - Intersymbol

Interference (ISI), Nyquist criterion. 5. Understand the fundamentals of optimum signal detection. 6. Explain, discuss, and compare different basic digital modulation

techniques 7. Understand the basic digital modulation and demodulation

techniques 8. Explain and discuss the performance of communication systems

in terms of Bandwidth, SNR and BER. 9. Follow the rapid developments in the field of communication

systems.


1. Ability to carry out modeling, simulation, and design of basic analog and digital communication links.

2. Recognise and utilise latest analogue and digital communication technologies.

3. Ability to evaluate the performance of analog or digital communications system in terms of complexity, modulation format, power and bandwidth requirements.

4. Develop solutions to practical and academic problems related to the transmission of information.

5. Ability to interact with others on problems related to communication system design.

Prerequisites There are no prerequisite courses. It is however recommended that students should have a basic knowledge in Signal, Electronics and Probability.

Course contents 1. Introduction to Signals and Systems. 2. Fourier Series and Fourier Transform, Linear Systems and

Filtering, Energy and Power Spectral Density, Noise and Random Processes.

3. Analog Communications 4. Amplitude Modulation-Demodulation, Super-heterodyne

Receivers, FDM, Noise in AM AM Radio, TV. 5. Angle Modulation, Frequency-Phase Modulation –

Demodulation, PLL, Noise in FM, FM Radio, Stereo. 6. Pulse Modulation 7. Pulse Modulations, Analog to Digital Conversion,

Sampling, Quantization Pulse-Code Modulation, Matched Filter, Line Coding, Pulse Shaping, TDM.

8. Information and Digital transmission 9. Information Measure, Channel Capacity, Probability of

Error in Transmission, Geometrical Signal Representation, Digital Modulation Techniques (ASK,PSK,FSK,QAM, Spread spectrum).

Recommended reading 1. G. Karagiannidis: «Communication Systems», Tziolas Publications, 2009

2. S. Haykin: «Communication Systems», Tziolas Publications,1994.

Teaching and learning methods Lectures using slides for overhead projector and/or power-point presentations. Problem-solving seminars for the instructive solution of synthetic problems. Computer simulations using Matlab.


Written examination (75% of the final mark) Matlab simulations (25% of the final mark)



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Language of instruction Greek. Lectures may be given in English if foreign students attend the course.

8th SEMESTER

Course title Digital Electronics

Course code ELC470




Semester 6th/8th

ECTS credits 5

Name of lecturer(s) D. Bakalis, Assistant Professor

Learning outcomes At the end of this course the student should be able to 1. design basic digital logic gates with discrete components

such as diodes and transistors. 2. analyze existing combinational and sequential digital circuits

and define their operation. 3. design combinational and sequential digital circuits. 4. enumerate the different characteristics of IC digital logic

families. 5. describe digital circuits using hardware description

languages.


1. Ability to demonstrate knowledge and understanding of essential facts, concepts, principles and theories relating to the design and analysis of digital circuits.





Prerequisites There are no prerequisite courses. It is however recommended that students should have at least a basic knowledge of Electronics.

Course contents Binary Number System

Boolean Algebra

Logic Gates

Gate-Level Minimization

Combinational Logic

Adders, Comparators, Decoders, Multiplexers

Sequential Logic

Registers and Counters

Memory

Programmable Logic

Digital Integrated Circuits

Hardware Description Languages (HDLs)

Recommended reading 1. M. Morris Mano, M. Ciletti: «Digital Design», (4th ed), 2010 (A textbook translated in Greek)

2. Wakerly: «Digital Design», 3rd ed, 2004 (A textbook translated in Greek)

3. S. Brown, Z. Vranesic: «Digital Systems Design with VHDL», 2001. (A textbook translated in Greek)


Assessment ang grading 1. Reports on problem solving on digital circuits design (10% of the

methods final mark) 2. Written examination in the middle of the semester (20% of the

final mark) 3. Written examination at the end of the semester (70% of the final

mark) Greek grading scale: 1 to 10. Minimum passing grade: 5.


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Course title Theory of Signals and Circuits

Course code ELC472




Semester 6th/8th

ECTS credits 5

Name of lecturer(s) Spiros Fotopoulos, Professor

Learning outcomes At the end of this course the student should be able to

1. Study and analyze a digital signal / system 2. Compute the spectral content of a signal 3. Improve signal content 4. Design simple filters by hand or using Matlab 5. Perform signal filtering


1. Ability to study or design a digital system

2. Ability to produce basic algorithms and software for digital filtering

3 Ability to Manage digital material

4. Ability in using Matlab


Course contents 1 Digital signal operations -Introduction 2 Digital signals and systems 3 Discrete Time Fourier Transform-DTFT 4 z-transform 5 Discrete Fourier transform-DFT 6 Design FIR filter 7 Design of IIR filter 8 Median Filters 9 Adaptive Filters

Recommended reading 1. .Γ. Φωηόπνπινπ «Δηζαγωγή ζηελ Φεθηαθή Δπεμεξγζία ήκαηνο» Δθδ. Παλεπ. Παηξώλ 2008

2 P.A. Lynn and W. Fuerst, «Introductory Digital Signal Processing With Computer Applications», J.Wiley and Sons Ltd, 1989

3. Αλδξέαο Αληωλίνπ «Φεθηαθή Δπεμεξγαζία ήκαηνο» Δθδόζεηο Σδηόια 2009

Teaching and learning methods Lectures using power-point presentations. Problem-solving seminars for the instructive solution of synthetic problems. Practical using Matlab

Assessment and grading methods Written examination (75% of the final mark) Project (25% of the final mark) Greek grading scale: 1 to 10. Minimum passing grade: 5.


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Course title Analog Electronics Laboratory

Course code ELE474



Year of study 4 th

Semester 8th

ECTS credits 5

Name of lecturer(s) I. Haritantis, Professor G. Economou, Associate Professor C. Psychalinos, Associate Professor S. Vlassis, Assistant Professor G. Souliotis, Researcher

Learning outcomes At the end of this course the student should be able to 1. Indentify the basic topologies of one stage amplifiers, and

describe their operation. 2. Indentify basic topologies of multistage amplifiers and describe

their operation. 3. Identify the basic applications of operational amplifiers, and

describe their operation. 4. Understand the origin of differences between the experimental

and theoretical results.


1. Ability to demonstrate knowledge and understanding of essential facts, concepts, principles and theories relating to electronics measurements.




5. Ability to interact with others on electronic circuits measurements.

6. Ability perform measurements using oscillators, voltmeters, and amperometers.

7. Ability to use simulators of electronic circuits (e,.g. SPICE) for predicting the experimental results.


Course contents 1. Circuits Simulations with Capture SPICE. One- stage amplifier topologies.

2. Two- stage amplifier topologies. Differential Amplifier. 3. Operational Amplifier. 4. First and second- order filters. 5. Comparator circuits. 6. Multivibrators. 7. Harmonic Oscillator Circuits.

Recommended reading 1. C. Psychalinos, G. Economou, S. Vlassis, «Simulation and Experimental verification of analog circuits», University of Patras Press, 2007.

2. Haritantis «Electronics I», Arakynthos Press, 2006. 3. C. Psychalinos, «Αnalog Electronics», University of Patras

Press, 2008.

Teaching and learning methods Discussion about the theoretical aspects of each laboratory exercise, laboratory work (experiment). Collaborative problem-solving work by the students.


Oral examination (10% of the final mark) Written examination (10% of the final mark) Written report (10% of the final mark) Experiment (70% of the final work)



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Course title Object-oriented Programming

Course code ELE476



Year of study 4th

Semester 8th

ECTS credits 5

Name of lecturer(s) D. Bakalis, Assistant Professor

Learning outcomes At the end of this course the student should be able to 1. use the computer to solve specific problems by developing

object-oriented computer programs in C++ or Java. 2. analyze existing object-oriented computer programs writtten

in C++ or Java and define their operation. 3. extend or debug existing object-oriented computer programs

written in C++ or Java. 4. recognize similarities and differences between the various

structures of the two programming languages C++ and Java.


1. Ability to use the computer as a tool for scientific problem solving.

2. Ability to demonstrate knowledge and understanding of essential facts, concepts, principles and theories relating to object-oriented computer programming.





Prerequisites There are no prerequisite courses. It is however recommended that students should have at least a basic knowledge of computer programming.

Course contents 1. Introduction to C++ and classes. 2. Structured Programming (selection and repetition structures). 3. Functions, Operator Overloading, Recursion. 4. Arrays, Vectors, Pointers, Strings. 5. Classes. 6. Operator Overloading. 7. Inheritance, Polymorphism. 8. Strings with class string. 9. I/O Streams, File Processing. 10. Introduction to Java. 11. More about Java. 12. Comparison of Object-Oriented Programming Languages (C++,

Java).

Recommended reading 1. H. M. Deitel, P. J. Deitel, «C++ Programming», 4th edition, 2003 (A textbook traslated in Greek)

2. H. Schildt, «C++ Step by step», 2005 (A textbook traslated in Greek)

3. H. M. Deitel, P. J. Deitel, «Java How to Program», 6th edition, 2005



3) Written examination (100% of the final mark) Greek grading scale: 1 to 10. Minimum passing grade: 5.


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Course title Microelectronics

Course code ELE478



Year of study 4th

Semester 8th

ECTS credits 5

Name of lecturer(s) Vlassis Spyridon, Assistant. Professor

Learning outcomes At the end of this course the student should be able to

1. Recognize and understand the elementary microelectronic devices of CMOS technologies

2. Design elementary analog and digital systems such as simple amplifiers and digital gates.

3. Combine and use analog building blocks susch as operational amplifiers

4. Design the layout of basics analog and digital circuits.

5. Apply and understand software for circuits simulation and design.


1. Ability to demonstrate knowledge and understanding of essential facts, concepts, principles and theories relating to microelectronics.

2. Ability to apply such knowledge and understanding to the design of analog and digital circuits.

3. Ability to adopt and apply methodology to the solution of circuit design and layout problems.



Prerequisites There are no prerequisite courses. It is however recommended that students should have at least a basic knowledge of microelectronics.

Course contents 1. Introduction to CΜΟS technology. Basic analog and digital integrated structures. Layout design of Integrated Circuits.

2. Introduction to MOS Integrated Circuit design. Η/V curves of MOS transistors. Second-order effects. Intrinsic capacitances. Large and small signal models for MOS transistors. Layout of MOS transistors: Basic techniques and parameters.

3. One-stage MOS amplifiers: Basic principles.

Common Source Amplifiers (CS). Voltage Follower (VF) . Common Gate Amplifiers (CG). Cascade Amplifiers.

4. Differential Amplifiers: Single-Output, Differential Output. Differential pair with MOS transistors: Responses of differential and common signal. Various Differential-Amplifier topologies.

5. Bias circuits. Basic principles in Current Mirrors. Various Current Mirrors topologies.

6. Frequency response of single-stage amplifiers. Response of Differential MOS pair. Miller effect.

7. Operational Amplifiers: Basic Principles. Single stage Operational Amplifier. Two-stage Operational Amplifier.

8. Frequency Response of Operational Amplifiers. Phase margin-frequency compensation.

9. Electronic Systems with CMOS Operational Amplifiers.

10. Digital CMOS Circuits: Characteristics and basic gates layout.

11. Practice in the layout design of basic analog and digital circuits.

Recommended reading 1. Α. Sedra, K. Smith, «Μηθξνειεθηξνληθά Κπθιώκαηα», Δθδόζεηο Παπαζωηεξίνπ, 1994.

2. Β. Razavi Behzad, «Design of analog CMOS integrated circuits», McGraw-Hill International edition, 2001.


Assessment ang grading methods 1. An assay comprising of 4 synthetic problems solved by groups of two students (30% of the final mark, taken into account only when the student secures the minimum mark of 5 in the final written examination)




5 E, 6 D, 7 C, 8 B and 9

A


Course title Digital Systems Design with Microprocessors / Microcontrollers

Course code ELE480



Year of study 4th

Semester 8th

ECTS credits 5

Name of lecturer(s) E. Zigouris, Associate Professor


Enumerate the basic blocks of a microcomputer.

Understand and explain the Memory and I/O map and the Memory and I/O decoding concepts.

Use and interface Memories (i.e.SRAMs, SDRAMs, EPROMs, FLASHes etc.)

Use, program and interface basic I/Os (i.e. PIOs, UARTs, TIMERs etc.) devices in order to design a microcomputer system.

Demonstrate the meaning of the interrupt and how it is implemented in a κP or in a κC.

Program in assembly for 8085 or in C for 8051 using commercial tools.

Design and implement in a board, a microcomputer based in 8085 or in 8051.

Design and implement GUIs in LabView to control such Systems.


1. Ability to demonstrate knowledge and understanding of essential facts, concepts, principles and theories relating to the design and programming of a microcomputer.





Prerequisites There are no prerequisite courses. It is however recommended that students should have at least a basic knowledge of Digital Electronics and Computer Architecture.

Course contents Microcomputer Systems for Control and Measurments.

8- θαη 16-bit κPs and κCs.

Σhe Memory and I/O map and the Memory and I/O decoding concepts.

Semiconductor Memories SRAM, SDRAM, EPROM, FLASH etc.

I/O devices, PIOs, UARTs, Timers, DMAs, PICs etc with empasis in their Architecture, Programming and Interfacing in a κP based System.

Interrupts and Data Transfer Techniques.

Design and Implementation in a board of such a System.

The Monitor Program concept either in Assembly or C.

Interfacing external devices i.e. LCDs and keyboards to make the System autonomous,

Sensors, Actuators, A/Ds, D/As and Interfacing.

An Introduction to Labview. Design and Implementation of a GUI to control such a System.

Advanced Microprocessors and Microcontrollers.

Recommended reading 1) Gaonkar R., Microprocessor Architecture, Programming, and Applications with the 8085, Fifth Edition, Prentice Hall, 2002. 2)Godse A. P. & Godse D. A., Microprocessor and Microcontroller, Technical Publications Pune, 2008. 3) Steiner C., The 8051/8052 Microcontroller, Architecture, Assembly Language and Hardware Interfacing, Universal Publishers, 2005. 4) Stewart J. W. & Miao K. X., The 8051 Microcontroller: Hardware, Software and Interfacing, 2nd Edition, Prentice Hall, 1999. 5) Predko M., Programming and Customizing The 8051, Edition 2000. (A textbook translated in Greek language). 6) Lewis D. W., Fundamentals of Embedded Software: Where C and Assembly Meet, Prentice Hall, 2002.

Teaching and learning methods Lectures using slides for overhead projector and/or MS Powerpoint presentations. Application oriented problems in Assembly Language programming for 8085 or in C for 8051.


Projects in groups of two students, written report and oral presentation (100% of the final mark).



holds:

5 E, 6 D, 7 C, 8 B and 9 A


ADDITIONAL LIST OF ELECTIVES

7th SEMESTER

Course title Demonstration Experiments in Physics I

Course code NME491




Semester 7th

ECTS credits 5

Name of lecturer(s) Prof. V. Vitoratos, Assoc. Prof. St. Georga, Prof. S. Sakkopoulos

Learning outcomes After successful finish of this course the student should be able to: The student will have experience in planning and carrying out experiments to demonstrate and understand the basic laws of physics, in the fields of Mechanics and Heat. The student will be able to decide on the suitability of the scientific instruments available in a school laboratory in order to design and perform demonstration experiments based on different laws of physics. The student will be able to chose and evaluate information from the internet in order to explain natural processes. The student should be able to make a presentation on a subject, according to an audience‟s knowledge of Physics.

Competences Generic Competences: Basic knowledge of the field Capacity to learn Creativity Applying knowledge in practice Critical and self critical abilities Research skills Interdisciplinary Oral and written communication Ethical commitment Interpersonal skills Knowledge of a second language Subject related competences: Estimation skills Deep knowledge and understanding Physics culture Professional skills (teaching skills) Performance of demonstration experiments Familiarity in searching sources of information Ability to manage large audience Ability to interpret phenomena & processes which occur in everyday life as well as applications.

Prerequisites Students must have good knowledge of General Physics and special topics on Waves, Solid State Physics and Thermodynamics.

Course contents Demonstration experiments in Mechanics & Heat. Especially: Conservation of mechanical energy. Principal axes of inertia.

Rotation of a body about principal axes. Role of inertia in rotation. Degree of stability. Fundamental law of rotational motion. Angular momentum - conservation of angular momentum. Gyroscopes, Precession & Nutation. Oscillations. Free and forced oscillations – resonance. Addition of oscillations. Beats. Lissajous figures. Waves & standing waves. Wave phenomena. Elasticity & Hardness. Friction. Collisions. Non inertial reference frames (centrifugal & Coriolis forces). Hydrostatics. Aerostatics. Surface tension, capillary phenomena. Barometric formula. Magdeburg hemispheres. Boyle Mariotte law. Hydrodynamics - Aerodynamics (Continuity Law, & Bernoulli‟s law). Applications. Poiseuille‟s law. Vortices. Heat. Thermometers. Dimensional changes with temperature. Phase transitions. Thermal conductivity. Heat transfer. Absorption and emission of radiation.

Recommended reading “Conceptual Physics” P. G. Hewitt. Addison Wesley Longman. 2002. «University Physics, Vol.I» H.D. Young, Addison-Wesley Pub. Co. 1992. Fundamental University Physics. Alonso – Finn. Addison-Wesley Pub. Co. “Physics” Resnick, Halliday, Krane, (4th ed.) John Wiley & Sons, Inc. N.Y. (1992).

Teaching and learning methods Lectures, Laboratory work in small groups. Guided study. Visits to Schools. Performance of demonstration experiments at the Science & Technology Museum of the University of Patras.

Assessment and grading methods End of semester examination marks. Project work assessment. Performance in demonstration experiments. Participation in teaching physics in Schools. Participation in demonstration experiments at the Science & Technology Museum of the University of Patras

Language of instruction Greek (there is possibility in English)

8th SEMESTER

Course title Demonstration Experiments in Physics IΙ

Course code NME492




Semester 8th

ECTS credits 5

Name of lecturer(s) Prof. E. Vitoratos, As. Prof. St. Georga, Prof. S. Sakkopoulos

Learning outcomes After successful finish of this course the student should be able to: The student will have experience in planning and carrying out experiments to demonstrate and understand the basic laws of physics, in the fields of Electricity and Optics. The student will be able to decide on the suitability of the scientific instruments available in a school laboratory in order to design and perform demonstration experiments based on different laws of physics. The student will be able to chose and evaluate information from the internet in order to explain natural processes. The student should be able to make a presentation on a subject, according to an audience‟s knowledge of Physics.

Competences Generic Competences: Basic knowledge of the field Capacity to learn Creativity Applying knowledge in practice Critical and self critical abilities Research skills Interdisciplinary Oral and written communication Ethical commitment Interpersonal skills Knowledge of a second language Subject related competences: Estimation skills Deep knowledge and understanding Physics culture Professional skills (teaching skills) Performance of demonstration experiments Familiarity in searching sources of information Ability to manage large audience Ability to interpret phenomena & processes which occur in everyday life as well as applications.

Prerequisites Students must have good knowledge of General Physics and special topics on Electromagnetism and Optics.

Course contents Demonstration experiments in Electricity & Optics. Especially: Electrostatics, piezoelectric effect. Capacitors - Dielectrics. Applications. Electricity. Resistors in series & in parallel connection. Resistivity dependence on temperature.

Potenciometers, rheostats, Ohmmeter. Fuses, short circuit. Results of electric current (Joule heating effect, Oersted’s experiment, electrolysis, effect of electric currents on living organisms). Interaction of currents. Magnetic field (field lines). Lorentz force. Equivalence of an electric current carrying coil to a magnet. Induction experiments. Lenz’s law. Self-induction experiments. Eddy currents. RLC circuits, resonance. Magnetization and demagnetization of a ferromagnetic material. Transition of Ni rod from the ferromagnetic to the paramagnetic state(Curie point). Paramagnetic Mn ions in an inhomogeneous magnetic field. Operating principles of measuring instruments, frequency meters, gausmeters, etc. Transformers. Applications (induction cookers, induction welding, etc). A.C. & D.C. Generators. Three-phase generator. Electric motors. Rotating magnetic field. High frequency currents (induction & self-induction phenomena). Resonance. Tesla Transformer. Microwaves. Electric discharges. Experiments on geometric optics. Analysis of light with prisms and diffraction gratings. Experiments on wave optics (interference, diffraction, polarization). Birefringence, phase delay plates, photoelasticity. Optically active substances.

Recommended reading “Conceptual Physics” P. G. Hewitt. Addison Wesley Longman. 2002. «University Physics, Vol.II» H.D. Young, Addison-Wesley Pub. Co. 1992. Fundamental University Physics. Alonso – Finn. Addison-Wesley Pub. Co. “Physics” Resnick, Halliday, Krane, (4th ed.) John Wiley & Sons, Inc. N.Y. (1992).

Teaching and learning methods Lectures, Laboratory work in small groups. Guided study. Visits to Schools. Performance of demonstration experiments at the Science & Technology Museum of the University of Patras.


End of semester examination marks. Project work assessment. Performance in demonstration experiments. Participation in teaching physics in Schools. Participation in demonstration experiments at the Science & Technology Museum of the University of Patras


Course title Physics Education

Course code NME494




Semester 8th

ECTS credits 5

Name of lecturer(s) Prof. E. Vitoratos

Learning outcomes After successful finish of this course the student will have obtained basic knowledge about the factors that consist a fruitful attempt to teach Physical Sciences. The student will be able to chose and evaluate information from the internet in order to explain natural processes. The student should be able to make a presentation on a subject, according to an audience‟s knowledge of Physics. The student will have an experience in teaching physics in real secondary education classes.

Competences Ability for criticism. Application of knowledge. Creativity. Decision making. Experience of interdisciplinary science. Initiative. Independent learning. Oral and written communication. Knowledge of a second language. Teamwork. Time management skills.

Prerequisites General Physics

Course contents Aims and objectives of Teaching Science. Methods of Teaching Science (modern trends). Teaching Aids. Planning Science Lessons. Science laboratories. Apparatus and Equipment. Science Teacher (Qualifications of a science teacher). Co-curricular activities in Science. Correlation in Science. Evaluation. Life Long Learning and Physics Teacher Education

Recommended reading Κ. Ραβάλε: «Δηζαγωγή ζηε Γηδαθηηθή ηωλ Φπζηθώλ Δπηζηεκώλ» M. Matthews: “Γηδάζθνληαο Φπζηθέο Δπηζηήκεο” Γ. Κνιηόπνπινπ: «Θέκαηα δηδαθηηθήο Φπζηθώλ Δπηζηεκώλ». Δθδ. Μεηαίρκην.2004 M.S. Yadav: “Teaching of Science”. Anmol Publ. Ltd. 1992. New Delhi.

Teaching and learning methods Lectures, Study groups. Guided study. Visits to Schools. Performance of demonstration experiments at the Science & Technology Museum of the University of Patras.

Assessment ang grading methods End of semester examination marks. Project work assessment. Participation in teaching physics in Schools. Reports.


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