SH2101 Subatomic Physics 6.0 credits

Big Bang and the development of the Universe from particles under extreme conditions via nucleosynthesis in stars to atomic nuclei and matter. Dark matter. The force between protons and neutrons. The structure and mass of the nucleus and the various decay modes of unstable nuclei. Nuclear reactions and nuclear energy. The three families of quarks and leptons. The different forces and their exchange particles. The standard model. CERN.

To extend the knowledge of nuclear and particle physics, to enhance the understanding of the phenomena governing the composition and structure of the universe and to show how knowledge in this field can be used by the society.

W.S.C. Williams: Nuclear and Particle Physics (Clarendon, Oxford 1991. ISBN 0-19-852046-8, Paperback)

If the course is discontinued, students may request to be examined during the following two academic years.

• TEN1 - Examination, 6.0 credits, grading scale: A, B, C, D, E, FX, F

Based on recommendation from KTH’s coordinator for disabilities, the examiner will decide how to adapt an examination for students with documented disability.

The examiner may apply another examination format when re-examining individual students.

One written examination (TEN1; 6 university credits).

Yes

Ayse Nyberg

• All members of a group are responsible for the group's work.
• In any assessment, every student shall honestly disclose any help received and sources used.
• In an oral assessment, every student shall be able to present and answer questions about the entire assignment and solution.