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Nuclear Physics, 7.5 credits

given by the Department of Physics.

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Contents

In this course you will develop an understanding of the atomic nucleus based on macroscopic and microscopic models. Assessing the success and limitations of different models used to describe the many aspects of atomic nuclei as well as their excitations and radioactive decay is central to the course. Quantum mechanical concepts are exemplified and applied. You will discuss the origin, detection, and significance of ionizing radiation from the atomic nucleus in science and society, not the least supported with laboratory work. The course also provides you the opportunity to practice problem solving, using analytical and numerical aids, and to write scientific reports.

The course comprises essentially three modules:

Compulsory problem sheets, 1.0 credit
Three laboratory exercises, 2.5 credits
Concluding oral examination, 4.0 credits

General information

Semester: autumn and spring. (Note: 2023 is a transition phase; in 2024, the course will be given only in spring.)
Study period: second.
Level: first cycle.
Language: English. (Exceptions possible for examination.)
Forms of teaching: lectures, group work, calculation exercises, laboratory sessions.
Assessment: oral examination, laboratory exercises and written lab reports, and compulsory problem sheets.
Grading scale: Fail, Pass, Pass with distinction (U, G, VG).
Course evaluation: Read the course evaluations on the website of the Department of Physics.
Syllabi on Lund University's central website: FYSC22 syllabus on lu.se (in English) and FYSC22 syllabus on lu.se (in Swedish).
Previous course code: FYSC12.

Course literature

John S. Lilley, Nuclear Physics: Principles and Applications (Wiley)*.
Lecture notes and slides.
Laboratory manuals.
Problem sheets.

*or any other book with a similar title, covering the topics of the course. For instance, German-speaking students can consider T. Mayer-Kuckuk, Kernphysik (Teubner). The former FYSC12 course book was Kenneth S. Krane, Introductory Nuclear Physics, Wiley.

Further reading (societal aspects):

Course responsible teachers

Dirk Rudolph, Dirk.Rudolph@nuclear.lu.se
Luis Sarmiento, Luis.Sarmiento@nuclear.lu.se

Schedule

The latest schedule for the course can be found on the schedule software TimeEdit:

Enter FYSC22 in the search box to search for the schedule on TimeEdit.

Entry requirements

Admission to the course requires basic eligibility and 60 credits including physics knowledge corresponding to

FYSA12: Introduction to university physics, with mechanics and electrical engineering, 15 credits,
FYSA13: Introduction to university physics, with optics, wave theory, and quantum physics, 7.5 credits,
FYSA14: Introduction to university physics, with thermodynamics, climate, and experimental methodology, 7.5 credits,
FYSB21: Mathematical methods for oscillations, waves, and diffusion, 7.5 credits,
FYSB22: Basic quantum mechanics, 7.5 credits,
FYSB23: Basic statistical physics and quantum statistics, 7.5 credits, and
FYSB24: Atomic and Molecular Physics, 7.5 credits,

plus 45 credits in mathematics knowledge corresponding to

MATA21: Analysis 1, 15 credits,
MATA22: Linear Algebra 1, 7.5 credits,
NUMA01: Numerical Analysis including Computational Programming with Python, 7.5 credits,
MATB21: Multivariable Analysis 1, 7.5 credits,
MATB22: Linear Algebra 2, 7.5 credits.

Corresponding prior knowledge, acquired in another way, also gives access to the course.

Application

Apply to the course through the Swedish website Antagning.se (in Swedish). Search for: "FYSC22".

More information about applying can be found on Lund University's central website: FYSC22 course information.
For non-Swedish speakers, please refer to below instructions in order to apply to the course via Antagning.se:
Instructions in English for applying to programmes and courses (pdf, 791 kB).

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Information page for Physics: Nuclear Physics (FYSC22)