Course overview
This course introduces the concepts of nuclear physics and radiation physics. It enables students to understand the properties and effects of radioactive particles and ionising radiation, their applications and the hazards associated with their use.
- Atomic And Nuclear Structure, Radioactivity, And Ionising Radiation
- Interaction Of Radiation With Matter
- Ionising Radiation In The Real World
Course learning outcomes
- Describe fundamental aspects of the structure of the nucleus, radioactive decay and the interaction of radiation and matter
- Solve problems in nuclear and radiation physics using appropriate mathematics and physical principles
- Keep a scientific record of experimental work, analyse the results of experiments, and analyse correctly the experimental uncertainty associated with every measurement, to reach non-trivial conclusions about the experiment
- Discuss applications of nuclear and radiation physics in medical, defence, space, agricultural and food and other industries
- Describe the impact of radioactivity on biological systems and the environment using appropriate physics
- State key aspects of the relevant regulatory framework
Availability
Class details
Adelaide City Campus East
Group 1
Class number 63145
Section FR01
Size 40
Available 33
Class number 63146
Section WS01
Size 20
Available 13
Class number 66043
Section PR01
Size 16
Available 9
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