Nuclear Reactions Course
Dive into nuclear reactions from basics to practical lab applications. Build expertise in cross sections, Q-values, thresholds, safety measures, and detector selection to confidently plan and execute data-backed experiments in compact physics labs. Equip yourself with tools for precise reaction analysis and safe handling in real-world settings.

from 4 to 360h flexible workload
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What will I learn?
Gain practical skills to design and analyse small lab nuclear experiments confidently. Master reaction notation, Q-value calculations, cross sections, and kinematics, applying them via key nuclear databases. Cover safety protocols, radiation monitoring, shielding, and full experiment planning from beam and detector choices to target design and feasibility checks.
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Develop skills
- Design nuclear experiments by selecting beams, targets, and detectors for small labs.
- Calculate Q-values and thresholds to quickly evaluate reaction feasibility.
- Interpret nuclear cross sections from databases, graphs, and trends.
- Implement radiation safety through dose monitoring, source handling, and shielding.
- Leverage nuclear data libraries like NNDC, IAEA, and AME for accurate inputs.
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