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Content and learning outcomes
Course contents
Mechanisms for generation of point defects
Hardening, swelling and emrittlement
Solubility
Diffusion
Clustering
Molecular dynamics, Monte Carlo and rate theory simulations
Intended learning outcomes
After having completed the course, the student should be able to
- Explain and quantify how various types of radiation spectra generate point defects in a crystal, and explain how these give raise to various types of damage; hardening, swelling and embrittlement.
- Apply statistical mechanics and kinetic theory in order to predict equilibrium properties and diffusion rates of point defects or components in an alloy.
- Based on a scientific problem carry out a computer experiment, e.g., atomistic simulations or rate-theory simulations, describing various aspects of structure or kinetics of crystal defects, and analyze the results.
- Interpret some important types of experiments targeting the properties of point defects, in terms of atomistic processes.
Course Disposition
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Literature and preparations
Specific prerequisites
Recommended prerequisites: Basic knowledge in solid state physics.
Recommended prerequisites
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Equipment
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Literature
G.S. Was, Fundamentals of radiation materials science, Metals and Alloys, Springer 2007.
Examination and completion
If the course is discontinued, students may request to be examined during the following two academic years.
Grading scale
A, B, C, D, E, FX, F
Examination
- LAB1 - Computer Exercise with Report, 1,5 hp, betygsskala: P, F
- LAB2 - Computer Exercise with Oral Presentation, 1,5 hp, betygsskala: P, F
- TEN1 - Examination, 1,5 hp, betygsskala: A, B, C, D, E, FX, F
- ÖVN1 - Home Assignments, 1,5 hp, betygsskala: 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.
Written exam
Computer laboration with written report
Computer laboration with oral report
Exercises
The course grade is determined to 50% by the home assignments and 50% by the written examination.
Opportunity to complete the requirements via supplementary examination
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Opportunity to raise an approved grade via renewed examination
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Examiner
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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Education cycle
Second cycle
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Contact
Pär Olsson, polsson@kth.se