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Research School of Physics · ANU College of Science and Medicine
This course is not offered in 2024 This course introduces the physical processes by which nuclear radiation interacts with matter, including with biological systems. Following on from this background, students will engage in experimental and simulation-based activities designed to develop their expertise in: - The absorption of, and shielding from, nuclear radiation, including charged particle, neutron and gamma radiation - Radiation dosimetry - Radiation detection and measurement - Industrial and medical applications of nuclear radiation
Examination
Learning outcomes 1, 2, 3, 4, 5
Assignments
Learning outcomes 1, 2, 3, 4, 5
15 Minute Oral Presentation
Learning outcomes 1, 3
Lab report
Learning outcomes 1, 2, 4
The expected workload will consist of approximately 130 hours throughout the semester including: - Face-to face component which may consist of 12 x 1.5 hours of lectures, 8 x 2 hours of tutorials, and 5 x 4 hours of lab sessions scheduled through the semester. - Approximately 76 hours of self-directed study which will include preparation for lectures, laboratory sessions in the Heavy Ion Accelerator Facility, and other assessment tasks.
n/a Preliminary Reading - Nuclear Physics – Principles and Applications – John Lilley (Ch. 5-9) - Introductory Nuclear Physics – Kenneth S. Krane (Ch. 6, 7 and 20) - Radiation detection and measurement – Glenn F. Knoll (Ch. 1, 2 and 20)