Elements of condensed matter physics, semiconductors, superconductivity. Elements of nuclear physics, fission, fusion, power generation. Introduction to particle physics. Ionizing radiation: production, interactions, detection. Medical physics: radiation biophysics, cancer therapy, imaging. Includes: Experiential Learning Activity Also listed as PHYS 3608. Prerequisite(s): PHYS 2007 and PHYS 2605, or PHYS 2604, and PHYS 3701, or permission of the Department. Lectures three hours a week, laboratory two hours a week. [0.5 credits]
Elements of condensed matter physics, semiconductors, superconductivity. Elements of nuclear physics, fission, fusion, power generation. Introduction to particle physics. Ionizing radiation: production, interactions, detection. Medical physics: radiation biophysics, cancer therapy, imaging. Includes: Experiential Learning Activity Also listed as PHYS 3608. Prerequisite(s): PHYS 2007 and PHYS 2605, or PHYS 2604, and PHYS 3701, or permission of the Department. Lectures three hours a week, laboratory two hours a week. [0.5 credits]
