Physics of Radiation
Undergraduate course
- ECTS credits
- 10
- Teaching semesters
- Spring
- Course code
- PHYS231
- Number of semesters
- 1
- Teaching language
- English
- Resources
- Schedule
Course description
Objectives and Content
Objective:
Introduction into nuclear physics, ionizing radiation and its applications
Content:
Introduction into nuclear physics, radioactivty, properties of ionizing radiation, interaction of radiation with matter, dosimetry, biological effects, medical and technical applications, radiation environment, radiation detection
Learning Outcomes
On completion of the course the student should have the following learning outcomes defined in terms of knowledge, skills and general competence:
Knowledge
The students should be able to understand
- basic concepts in nuclear physics
- properties of ionizing radiation
- their applications
- methods of radiation detection
Skills
The students should
- have the capability of doing back-of-the-envelope calculations in a diversity of situations
General competence
- critical thinking
- be able to uncover "alternative facts" in public discussions
Semester of Instruction
Spring
Required Previous Knowledge
Basic courses in mechanics, thermodynamics, electricity, magnetism, optics and modern physics.
Compulsory Assignments and Attendance
It is mandatory to attend first lecture
Forms of Assessment
Oral exam.
Grading Scale
The grading scale used is A to F. Grade A is the highest passing grade in the grading scale, grade F is a fail.