Introduction to Nuclear Physics and Its Applications
Syllabus, Bachelor's level, 1FA318
- Code
- 1FA318
- Education cycle
- First cycle
- Main field(s) of study and in-depth level
- Physics G1N
- Grading system
- Pass with distinction (5), Pass with credit (4), Pass (3), Fail (U)
- Finalised by
- The Faculty Board of Science and Technology, 9 March 2017
- Responsible department
- Department of Physics and Astronomy
Entry requirements
General entry requirements and Physics 2, Chemistry 1, Mathematics 4 or Physics B, Chemistry A, Mathematics E
Learning outcomes
After the course has been completed the student should be able to
- use basic concepts of nuclear physics,
- describe different nuclear physics applications in science and technology,
- perform basic nuclear physics calculations and measurements and interpret the results.
Content
Basic nuclear physics: Nuclides, isotopes, nuclear chart, nuclear mass, binding energy and stability, radioactive decays, nuclear reactions.
Measurement of nuclear reaction products: charged particles, neutrons, gamma radiation.
Radiation physics: Ionising radiation, dose concepts, radiation environment.
Nuclear energy: Fission, fuel cycle and waste management, reactor power control, fusion. Medical applications: different methods for radiation therapy and diagnostics in nuclear medicine, dosimetry.
Other applications: radiometric dating, methods for material analysis.
Instruction
Introductory lecture, self-studies and hand-in exercises, project work, laboratory exercises, study visits at the PET-centre and Skandion Clinic or similar. Subject-integrated communications training, including feedback and self-evaluation, are included in the course.
Assessment
Hand-in exercises and a written report on the project work (2 credits). Laboratory work (1 credits). Oral exam at the end of the course
(2 credits).