Course overview
This course extends the concepts of nuclear physics and theoretical and applied radiation physics.
- Nuclear Physics
- Radiation Physics
Course learning outcomes
- Describe fundamental aspects of the structure of the nucleus, radioactive decay, nuclear reactions and the interaction of radiation and matter and explain them in terms of applicable principles of physics.
- Apply knowledge of nuclear and radiation physics and appropriate mathematics to formulate solutions to problems.
- Discuss the connection of nuclear and radiation physics with other physics disciplines - solid state, elementary particle physics, radiochemistry, astronomy.
- Describe applications of nuclear and radiation physics in medical diagnostics and therapy, astrophysics, geology, archaeology and other fields.
- Describe experimental techniques used (or developed) for nuclear physics purposes (logic circuits, gamma cameras, semiconductor detectors) and discuss their influence on the development of new technologies.
- Explore an application of nuclear and/or radiation physics and communicate their understanding to a group of their peers in a short presentation.
Availability
Class details
Adelaide City Campus East
Class number 22069
Section FR01
Size 20
Available 20
Class number 22070
Section WS01
Size 20
Available 20
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