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Sub-atomic Physics (PHYC30011)
Undergraduate level 3Points: 12.5On Campus (Parkville)
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Semester 2
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The subject provides an introduction to the unified picture of elementary particles and atomic nuclei - how the elementary quarks combine to form strongly interacting particles, and how two of these, the proton and neutron combine to form atomic nuclei; how quarks and their composites interact with the leptons and with each other; how we study these systems experimentally; and the exciting unanswered questions in this field of physics.
Topics covered will be selected from: quarks and leptons; strong, electromagnetic and weak interactions; symmetries and conservation laws; structure, models and properties of hadrons; structure, models and properties of nuclei; scattering and decay processes; accelerators; detectors; fission and fusion reactors; applications of nuclear and particle physics techniques; and other topics in sub-atomic physics of contemporary interest.
Intended learning outcomes
Students completing this subject should be able to:
In addition, students should enhance their ability to plan effective work schedules and manage their time to meet the deadlines for submission of assessable work and prepare for tests and examinations.
- explain the unified picture of quarks and leptons, hadrons, and atomic nuclei, and their basic properties and interactions; and
- solve and analyse problems in these areas by applying simple quantum mechanical reasoning.
Last updated: 9 February 2025