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Department of ……Physics
College of …………Science
University of ……Duhok
Subject: … Properties of Matter
Course Book – 1st year-2nd Semester
Lecturer's name: Haval Y. Yacoob PhD
Academic Year: 2019/2020

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Course Book
1. Course name Properties of Matter
2. Lecturer in charge Dr. Haval Younis Yacoob
3. Department/ College Physics/ Science
4. Contact e-mail: yacoobaldosky@gmail.com
5. Time (in hours) per week Theory: 3 ( 1.5 per class)
6. Office hours 6 per week
7. Course code
8. Teacher's academic profile This is Haval Y. Yaccob an assistant professor of Biophysics. My primary areas of
teaching at medical colleges were medical physics and biophysics from 1992 till
now. Since it’s established in 1997, I joined the department of physics. My
professional experience includes working as an academic staff at physics
department and medicine faculty as well.

My research and teaching activities have focused on issues of radiation and

electromagnetic fields as these affect the human health and other biological
systems. The research themes include the effects of electromagnetic fields on
microorganisms and some human body segments. Since 2010, I have entered the
field of bioelectrical impedance and joined the Oslo group of Bioimpedance in
2013. I have published over ten articles on these topics in the related journals,
conferences and proceedings. Nowadays, we initiated a joint PhD program with
Oslo University.,

I am a member of the Department Committee/ Physics Dept.-Faculty of Science, of

Kurdistan Physicists’ Syndicate since 2007-KRG, of the local correspondent of
EFN in Kurdistan 2011- (France), and main director of Health and Safety- College
of Science. I am member in the editorial board of the International Journal of
Radiation Oncology*Biology*Physics, (USA) and Elsevier Editorial System.

9. Keywords State of Matter, Elasticity (Hook’s law, elastic constants, Torsion, bending
moment, etc.) Surface tension, and Equation of continuity
10. Course overview:
The overall aim of this course is to introduce the basic principles, concepts and the relevance of properties of matter
and appreciate the usefulness of these principles and concepts to make our life simpler and convenient. During this
course, you will learn that what is the state of matter? In the beginning of this course, you would learn about the
concept of elasticity, surface tension. Also, you learn about the different states of matter i.e. solid, liquid and gases.
Towards the second part of this course, you will be introduced in detail the various aspects of properties of matter like
density, buoyancy, viscosity, and so on. You will not only read about these concepts and principles but learn how to
use them in your daily life.
11. Course objective:
1. Demonstrating for you how these basic principles and concepts can be used in our day-to-day life situations
2. Explaining some phenomena associated with properties of matter
3. Stimulating your interest in this area for the betterment of the world through advancement of technology

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12. Student's obligation
Homework:
Students are strongly encouraged to work with other students to discuss the assignments. You can also ask any
questions of your instructor. However, I insist that you write up your solutions by yourself without any direct
assistance.
During class
Students will work on solving problems during a portion of the lectures.
Tutor Meetings
Students must attend a one-hour meeting once a week. Students will attend each meeting together. During this time,
the tutor will answer questions and assist students with any difficulties found in solving the problems. Attendance at
these sessions is mandatory.
Online assignment
There are weekly on-line assignments, The questions will cover some of the material in the up-coming class. The goal
of this assignment is to introduce you to the concepts that will be covered in class the next day.
Exams
There will be three exams: two one-hour exams will be given during the two semesters, and the final exam will be a
three-hour comprehensive exam at the end of academic year.

13. Forms of teaching

Each lecture, with to the discussion method, students will be contributing with teacher to answer some challenging
questions. New topics will be introduced in this manner, but questions will also address topics already covered to
enhance conceptual understanding. Students will have access to books, the Internet, lab equipment, computer
simulations, etc. The teacher will act as a facilitator assisting and guiding students, at all times encouraging carefully
articulated responses based on principles of physics. Data show, computer simulation and illustration facilities are
already used during the class.

Teaching creativeness

a- Student’s seminar: aimed to develop their ability to participate actively in class discussion and to take
more responsibility for their own and their colleagues' learning.
b- Practical Lecture: aimed to apply the theoretical concepts on their daily activities.
c- Interactive classes by bringing a simple tools to explain the complex ideas. e.g. (Newton cradle to
describe elastic collision)

14. Assessment scheme

Course evaluation is based on a combination of regular homework sets and/or quizzes, midterm and final exams and
other evaluative tools.
Topics covered by exam Max. Marks Time

10
I Quiz & online Homework 10 min
II Term exam 30 1hr
2 hrs.
Final Whole course 60

Total 100‌

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15. Student learning outcome:
The specific outcomes of this course are:
1. a. Define the concept of stress and strain and their relation
2. Define young’s Modulus, Shear Modulus and Bulk Modulus of elasticity
3. Explain the concept of density and relative density and the determination of density for different shaped
objects
4. Explain the concept of Viscosity
5. Explain the concept of surface tension and the determination by capillary rise.

The general outcomes of this course are:

6. Students should be able to demonstrate competency in experimental design and scientific data collection and
analysis.
7. Students will be able to competently solve appropriate problems using increasingly important computational
and mathematical tools.
8. Students should be able to apply calculus techniques in solving word problems
9. Students should be able to demonstrate an understanding of the impact of mechanics issues on society.

16. Course Reading List and References‌:

1- Alonso_Finn_-Fundamentals of University Physics

2- Newman and Searle; General properties of Matter

17. The Topics: Lecturer's name

See the attached table
18. Practical Topics (If there is any)
19. Examinations:
1. Compositional: In this type of exam the questions usually starts with Explain how, What are the reasons
for…?, Why…?, How….?
With their typical answers
Examples should be provided
2. Problem solving
Problem or cased based exams are really designed to test your analytical skills, and how well you can
evaluate, respond and deal with certain problem or situation. These types of exams are supposed to be
simulations of a possible real life situation. The exams test the way in which your brain works rather than
how much information you know.
The key to success here is to have a thorough understanding of the theories and concepts that give rise to the
various formulae that you need to use. The best way to do this is to work through lots of problems similar to
the sorts of ones that you are likely to get in the exam.
Work through each problem step by step. If you end up with a wrong final answer, go back over the steps
that it took to solve the problem. Work your way forward until you isolate the wrong move.
20. Extra notes:
Me
I am here to help you succeed in this course. I am available for questions and extra help during office hours,
breaks, and after class. Please feel free to come and talk if you are having doubts or difficulties. You may
also email me with questions at yacoobaldosky@gmail.com . I usually check my email each evening and on
weekends.

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You
Remember, your success in this course depends on your effort and the time you spend on this course. This is
a college level course, and as such, it will require college-level time. You should be spending, at a minimum,
one hour, every day, on this course. Even if there is no official homework, you should be reviewing your
notes and reading the textbook. Take time to explore the web links on the class web site and explore physics
in more depth.

21. Peer review

Date &
Topics Objectives of each topic Time

State of Matter (Solid, Liquid & gases)

Students should understand impulse and linear momentum, so they can:

Chapter (1) Rigid body
Relate mass, velocity, and linear momentum for a moving object, and
1-Angular momentum of calculate the total linear momentum of a system of objects. Relate
rigid body. impulse to the change in linear momentum and the average force acting
on an object. State and apply the relations between linear momentum
2-Moment of inertia. and centre-of-mass motion for a system of particles. Calculate the area
3-Calculation of the moment under a force versus time graph and relate it to the change in momentum Month-1
of inertia. of an object. Calculate the change in momentum of an object given a
function Ft for the net force acting on the object. Students should
4- Kinetic energy of rotation. develop skill in computing rotational inertia so they can find the
rotational inertia of any body structure.
Harmonic motion: an introduction, Kinematics of simple harmonic
Chapter (2) Oscillation
motion. Dynamics of SHM. Simple pendulum.

Midterm Exam 30%

Hooke’s law, relation between elastic constants; Torsion of a cylinder;

Bending moment, Cantilever, Beam supported at both ends, Beams
Chapter (3) Elasticity
clamped at both ends, Reciprocity theorem; Elastic energy in different Month-2
types of deformation.

Chapter (4) Surface tension Molecular forces, surface tension and surface energy

Chapter (5) Viscosity of Streamline and turbulent motion; Reynold’s number; Poiseuille’s
Month-3
liquids equation. Stoke’s law, determining the coefficient of viscosity.

Review Solve problems, discuss misunderstanding topics, etc. Last week

Final Exam 60%