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Physics

Nuclear Physics

PHYS4601
4 hours English

Nuclear Physics

Nuclear Physics PHYS
PHYS3504 Quantum Mechanics
4 hours One requisite
1 Introductory Remarks to Nuclear Phenomenology - Overview of nuclear physics, significance in science and technology
2 Properties of Nuclei: Labeling and Masses - Discussion on nuclear notation, magic numbers, isotopes, isotones and isobars, nuclear masses and binding energy concepts
3 Sizes of Nuclei, Nuclear Spins and Dipole Moments - Examination of nuclear sizes, charge radii, nuclear spin, magnetic and electric dipole moments
4 Stability and Instability of Nuclei - Analysis of nuclear stability, decay modes, beta stability line, and neutron-proton ratio
5 Nature of the Nuclear Force - Exploration of the nuclear force characteristics, range, and the Yukawa potential
6 Introductory Remarks to Nuclear Models - Introduction to nuclear models, historical context, and their importance
7 Liquid Drop Model - Detailed study on the macroscopic model of nucleus, liquid drop analogy, surface tension, and semi-empirical mass formula
8 Fermi-Gas Model - Analysis of the microscopic view of nucleons as a Fermi gas, Pauli exclusion principle, and energy states
9 Shell Model: Infinite Square Well - Introduction to quantum mechanical models, potential well theory, quantized energy levels
10 Shell Model: Harmonic Oscillator - Discussion on harmonic oscillator potential in nuclear context, quantization, and its applications in nuclear structure
11 Shell Model: Spin-Orbit Potential - Exploration of spin-orbit coupling, its origin, and implications for nuclear shell structure
12 Predictions of the Shell Model and Collective Model - Comprehensive review of shell model predictions, magic numbers, and introduction to collective excitations in nuclei
13 Nuclear Radiation: Alpha Decay, Barrier Penetration - Overview of alpha decay, concepts of barrier penetration
14 Beta Decay: Lepton Number, Neutrino Mass, The Weak Interaction - In-depth discussion of beta decay processes, conservation of lepton number, neutrino properties, and weak interaction
15 Gamma Decay - Study of gamma decay, electromagnetic radiation from the nucleus, multipolarity, and selection rules
16 Practical Part: / Students will conduct various experiments in the practical part of the course. Each student will perform the experiments, collect data, extract results, and prepare a written report every week
1.1 Mapped to: K1

Identify the fundamental principles and models of nuclear physics.

Teaching Strategy Lectures, readings, and multimedia presentations
Assessment Methods Exams, homework and quizzes
1.2 Mapped to: K2

Describe the mechanisms of nuclear stability and decay processes.

Teaching Strategy Lectures, group discussions, case studies
Assessment Methods Exams, homework and quizzes
1.3 Mapped to: K3

Comprehend the applications of quantum mechanics in nuclear physics.

Teaching Strategy Interactive problem-solving sessions
Assessment Methods Exams, homework and quizzes
2.1 Mapped to: S1

Analyze and solve complex problems related to nuclear reactions and decays.

Teaching Strategy Lectures, Problem-solving sessions, practical labs
Assessment Methods Exams, homework and quizzes, Practical work
2.2 Mapped to: S2

Apply mathematical and computational techniques to model nuclear phenomena.

Teaching Strategy Lectures, Problem-solving sessions, practical labs
Assessment Methods Exams, homework and quizzes, Practical work
2.3 Mapped to: S3

Develop experimental skills through lab experiments and simulations.

Teaching Strategy Laboratory experiments, demonstrations
Assessment Methods Lab reports
3.1 Mapped to: V1

Work effectively with responsibility in teamwork

Teaching Strategy lab experiment
Assessment Methods Lab reports
Assessment
Weight
Homework & Quizzes
10%
Midterm exams
20%
Laboratory work
20%
Final Exam
50%
Total
100%