High brilliance and intensity sources, X-ray diffraction and scattering, neutron diffraction and scattering, X-ray absorption, X-ray emission, Photoelectron Spectroscopy, Imaging techniques
FIM3000 Characterization Techniques in Materials Physics using Neutron and Synchrotron Radiation 7.5 credits
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Content and learning outcomes
Course contents
Intended learning outcomes
Provide fundamental understanding for material characterization techniques using neutrons and synchrotron radiation
Literature and preparations
Specific prerequisites
Master of science degree in engineering physics, or equivalent
Literature
Giorgio Margaritondo, Elements of Synchrotron Light: For Biology, Chemistry, and Medical
Research, Oxford University Press, USA (2002)
Jens Als-Nielsen, Des McMonow, Elements of Modern X-ray Physics, Wiley (2001)
B.T.M. Willis, C. J. Carlile, Experimental Neutron Scattering, Oxford University Press (2009)
Examination and completion
Grading scale
G
Examination
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Hand-in exercises and seminar
Teaching language: English
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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.
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Education cycle
Third cycle