Nuclear Reactions Course
Gain expertise in nuclear reactions, progressing from basic principles to practical lab applications. Master cross sections, Q-values, reaction thresholds, radiation protection protocols, and detector selection to confidently develop viable, evidence-based experiments in modest physics labs. This hands-on course ensures you can safely plan and execute nuclear studies with precision and reliability.

from 4 to 360h flexible workload
valid certificate in your country
What will I learn?
This course equips you with essential skills to design and evaluate small-scale lab experiments on nuclear reactions. You'll master reaction notation, Q-value computations, cross-section analysis, and basic kinematics, applying them via key nuclear databases. It also addresses vital safety measures like radiation detection, shielding techniques, and full experiment planning from beam selection to target feasibility checks.
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Develop skills
- Design nuclear experiments by selecting suitable beams, targets, and detectors for small labs.
- Calculate Q-values and thresholds quickly to evaluate reaction viability accurately.
- Interpret nuclear cross sections from databases, graphs, and significant patterns.
- Implement radiation safety practices including dose monitoring, source handling, and shielding.
- Utilise major nuclear data sources like NNDC, IAEA, and AME for dependable inputs.
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