Since their discovery in 1895, x-rays have become an invaluable tool for probing the structure of matter, and the use of x-ray radiation in science and industry is still growing. The aim of this course is to provide an understanding of materials and methods in modern x-ray physics. Important issues are x-ray optical properties of different materials, x-ray optics and detectors, present and future x-ray sources and x-ray analytical methods.
Course memo Spring 2022
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Course presentation
Headings denoted with an asterisk ( * ) is retrieved from the course syllabus version Autumn 2020
Content and learning outcomes
Course contents
Part 1: X-ray basics
X-ray interaction with matter, X-ray sources, X-ray optics, X-ray detectors
Part 2: Application examples and special topics
To be chosen by the course participants (see website)
Intended learning outcomes
After completing the course the student should be able to:
- describe X-ray scattering properties of different materials
- explain different X-ray sources, X-ray optics and X-ray detectors
- conduct a basic X-ray experiment
- evaluate an analytical method using X-rays
Preparations before course start
Literature
David Attwood, Ann Sakdinawat:
X-Rays and Extreme Ultraviolet Radiation: Principles and Applications
2nd edition, Cambridge University Press
Jens Als-Nielsen
Elements of Modern X-Ray Physics
Wiley & Sons, Ltd
Support for students with disabilities
Students at KTH with a permanent disability can get support during studies from Funka:
Examination and completion
Grading scale
A, B, C, D, E, FX, F
Examination
- INLA - Home Assignment, 3.0 credits, Grading scale: P, F
- REDA - Examination, 3.0 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.
Other requirements for final grade
The course is examined through home assignments and lab report (INLA, 3 credits, P/F) and an oral presentation and examination (REDA - 3 credits, A-F). The oral examination determines the final grade.
Grading criteria/assessment criteria
Grading criteria for oral presentation and examination (REDA):
E: recall the basic experimental arrangement of the application
D: explain the basic experimental arrangement of the application
C: explain in detail the different aspects of the application
B: analyze in detail the different aspects of the application
A: analyze in detail the different aspects of the application and its relation to another application example
Ethical approach
- 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.
Further information
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Contacts
Round Facts
Start date
18 Jan 2022
Course offering
- Spring 2022-60485
Language Of Instruction
English