{"id":2874,"date":"2021-08-18T04:09:17","date_gmt":"2021-08-18T04:09:17","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/phy.jfn.ac.lk\/?page_id=2874"},"modified":"2021-08-18T04:56:24","modified_gmt":"2021-08-18T04:56:24","slug":"level-3g-new","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/phy.jfn.ac.lk\/index.php\/level-3g-new\/","title":{"rendered":"Level 3G New"},"content":{"rendered":"\t\t
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Course Title\u00a0 <\/span><\/b><\/p><\/td>

Practical Physics III<\/span><\/b><\/p><\/td><\/tr>

Course Code<\/span><\/b><\/p><\/td>

PHY301G2<\/span><\/p><\/td><\/tr>

Credit Value<\/span><\/b><\/p><\/td>

02 <\/span><\/p><\/td><\/tr>

Hourly breakdown<\/span><\/b><\/p><\/td>

Theory<\/span><\/p><\/td>

Practical<\/span><\/p><\/td>

Independent Learning<\/span><\/p><\/td><\/tr>

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Objectives<\/span><\/b><\/p><\/td><\/tr>

\u00b7\u00a0 \u00a0<\/span><\/span>Provide practical knowledge by applying experimental methods to correlate with the Physics theory<\/span><\/p>

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 <\/span><\/span>Use various measurements related to modern physics, optics, electronics, mechanics and thermal physics<\/span><\/p>

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 <\/span><\/span>Apply the analytical techniques and graphical analysis to experimental data<\/span><\/p>

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 <\/span><\/span>Develop intellectual communication skills <\/span><\/p>

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 <\/span><\/span>Demonstrate the interpersonal skills through seminar presentations<\/span><\/b><\/p><\/td><\/tr>

Intended Learning Outcomes<\/span><\/b><\/p><\/td><\/tr>

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 <\/span><\/span>Demonstrate conceptual understanding of fundamental physics principles<\/span><\/p>

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 <\/span><\/span>Perform experiments in optics with spectrometer with diffraction gratings <\/span><\/p>

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 <\/span><\/span>Analyse properties of gratings, emission spectra of certain elements produced by gas discharge tubes<\/span><\/p>

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 <\/span><\/span>Investigate the thermal conductivity of poor thermal conductors using Lee\u2019s Disk <\/span><\/p>

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 <\/span><\/span>Distinguish different mechanisms of heat transfer<\/span><\/p>

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 <\/span><\/span>Construct circuits involving Owen\u2019s and Capacitance bridge<\/span><\/p>

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 <\/span><\/span>Verify the concepts of material and modern physics<\/span><\/p>

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 <\/span><\/span>Analyse different types of errors associated with scientific measurements<\/span><\/p>

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 <\/span><\/span>Explain experimental outcomes in relation to existing physics theories<\/span><\/p>

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 <\/span><\/span>Report the experimental results<\/span><\/p>

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 <\/span><\/span>Disseminate knowledge<\/span> through oral presentations<\/span><\/p><\/td><\/tr>

Course Contents <\/span><\/b><\/p><\/td><\/tr>

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\u00b7\u00a0 <\/span><\/span>Optics<\/span><\/b>: Single slit diffraction, Oblique incidence in transmission grating, Hydrogen spectrum, Helium spectrum, Polarization by pile of plates. Laser diffraction, Dispersion and chromatic resolving power of prism, Cauchy\u2019s Equation, Application of Rayleigh\u2019s Criterion<\/span><\/p>

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 <\/span><\/span>AC Theory<\/span><\/b>:\u00a0 Owen\u2019s Bridge, Capacitance Bridge. Mutual Inductance, Coupled circuit<\/span><\/p>

\u00b7\u00a0<\/span><\/span>Mechanics and Waves<\/span><\/b>: Cantilever, Coupled oscillator, Kater’s pendulum, Microwaves and Ultrasonic Waves<\/span><\/p>

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 <\/span><\/span>Modern Physics<\/span><\/b>: Radioactive Statistical Counting, Radioactive Decay, X-ray diffraction<\/span><\/p>

\u00b7\u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0<\/span><\/span>Thermodynamics<\/span><\/b>: Temperature Coefficient, Thermo Generator, Specific Heat Capacity of a Liquid, Lee\u2019s Disc.<\/span><\/p>

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Oral Presentation<\/span><\/b>: <\/span><\/p>

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 <\/span><\/span>Students will be trained on preparing and making oral presentation on selected topic. <\/b><\/span><\/p><\/td><\/tr>

Teaching and Learning Methods \u00a0<\/span><\/b><\/p><\/td><\/tr>

Presentation on experiments<\/span><\/p>

Demonstration\u00a0 <\/span><\/p>

Weekly notebook and lab report<\/span><\/p>

Oral presentations <\/b><\/span><\/p><\/td><\/tr>

Assessment Strategy<\/span><\/b><\/p><\/td><\/tr>

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 <\/span><\/span>Continuous assessment on practical classes, note-book, and lab reports <\/span><\/p>

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 <\/span><\/span>Oral presentation during the course <\/span><\/p>

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 <\/span><\/span>End of Semester Practical Examinations <\/span><\/p><\/td>

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Recommended References<\/span><\/b><\/s><\/p><\/td><\/tr>

i <\/span>Loyd, D. H., Physics Laboratory Manual (3rd Edition), Thomson Higher Education, USA (2008)<\/span><\/p>

i <\/span>Garbovskiy, Y. A., <\/span>Glushchenko, A. V., A Practical Guide to Experimental Geometrical Optics, Cambridge University Press (2017). <\/span><\/p>

i <\/span>Willson, J., D., Hernandez Hall, C. A., Physics Laboratory Experiments (8th Edition), Cengage Learning, USA (2015).\u00a0\u00a0 <\/span><\/p>

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 <\/span><\/span>James, J. F., An Introduction to Practical Laboratory Optics, Cambridge University Press (2014).\u00a0 \u00a0\u00a0<\/s><\/b><\/span><\/p><\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t

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Modern Physics<\/o:p><\/span><\/b><\/p>\n <\/td>\n <\/tr>\n

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Course Code<\/o:p><\/span><\/b><\/p>\n <\/td>\n

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PHY302G3<\/o:p><\/span><\/p>\n <\/td>\n <\/tr>\n

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Credit Value<\/o:p><\/span><\/b><\/p>\n <\/td>\n

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03 <\/o:p><\/span><\/p>\n <\/td>\n <\/tr>\n

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Hourly breakdown <\/o:p><\/span><\/b><\/p>\n <\/td>\n

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Theory<\/o:p><\/span><\/p>\n <\/td>\n

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Practical<\/o:p><\/span><\/p>\n <\/td>\n

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Independent Learning<\/o:p><\/span><\/p>\n <\/td>\n <\/tr>\n

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45<\/span><\/o:p><\/span><\/p>\n <\/td>\n

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i  <\/span><\/span><\/strong>Introduce\n the basics of nuclear and particle physics <\/span><\/strong><\/o:p><\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n

i  <\/span><\/span><\/strong>Outline\n the inadequacy of classical physics and the need for modern theories<\/span><\/strong><\/o:p><\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n

i  <\/span><\/span><\/strong>Illustrate\n different types of atomic models<\/span><\/strong><\/o:p><\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n

i  <\/span><\/span>Apply\n quantum concepts for studying atomic spectra<\/span><\/strong><\/o:p><\/span><\/b><\/p>\n <\/td>\n <\/tr>\n

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Intended  Learning Outcomes<\/span><\/b><\/o:p><\/span><\/p>\n <\/td>\n <\/tr>\n

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\u00b7      <\/span><\/span>Explain the constraints of Classical\n Mechanics<\/o:p><\/span><\/p>\n

\u00b7      <\/span><\/span>Discuss the origin of energy quantization\n and quantum tunneling effects<\/o:p><\/span><\/p>\n

\u00b7      <\/span><\/span>Solve the Schr\u00f6dinger equation for a range\n of problems <\/o:p><\/span><\/p>\n

\u00b7      <\/span><\/span>Discuss the evolution of atomic models<\/o:p><\/span><\/p>\n

\u00b7      <\/span><\/span>Explain the atomic and nuclear properties applying\n quantum concepts <\/o:p><\/span><\/p>\n

\u00b7     \n <\/span><\/span>Categorize\n different types of nuclear reactions <\/o:p><\/b><\/span><\/p>\n <\/td>\n <\/tr>\n

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Course Contents  <\/span><\/b><\/o:p><\/span><\/p>\n <\/td>\n <\/tr>\n

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Quantum Physics: <\/o:p><\/span><\/b><\/p>\n

Inadequacy <\/span>of\n classical mechanics, Photo electric effect, Compton effect, wave particle\n duality, de Broglie wave, Heisenberg\u2019s uncertainly principle, Schr\u00f6dinger\n wave equation, probability density, solution of simple time independent\n Schr\u00f6dinger equations-the step potential and the potential well.<\/span><\/o:p><\/span><\/p>\n

Atomic Physics:<\/span><\/b> <\/o:p><\/span><\/p>\n

Alpha particle scattering, Thomson atomic model,\n Bohr model of the Hydrogen atom, Rutherford model of the atom, estimation of\n the size of the nucleus, Bohr\u2019s theory and its limitations, Schr\u00f6dinger\n equation for the hydrogen atom and its solution, the total, orbital, and\n magnetic quantum numbers, atomic spectra, Zeeman effect, fine structure of\n spectra and spin quantum number, many electron atoms, production and\n properties of X-rays.<\/span><\/o:p><\/span><\/p>\n

Nuclear Physics: <\/o:p><\/span><\/b><\/p>\n

Nuclear composition, mass and\n size of nucleus, nuclear forces, nuclear stability, radioactive\n transformation, liquid drop model of nuclei and its applications, nuclear\n reactions, nuclear fission and fusion, a brief introduction to elementary\n particles.<\/span><\/o:p><\/span><\/b><\/p>\n <\/td>\n <\/tr>\n

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Teaching and Learning Methods <\/span><\/b><\/o:p><\/span><\/p>\n <\/td>\n <\/tr>\n

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Lectures and tutorial discussions,\n e-learning, handouts, and guided learning <\/o:p><\/b><\/span><\/p>\n <\/td>\n <\/tr>\n

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Assessment Strategy<\/span><\/b><\/o:p><\/span><\/p>\n <\/td>\n <\/tr>\n

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In-Course Assessment <\/o:p><\/span><\/p>\n

End of Course Examination<\/o:p><\/span><\/p>\n <\/td>\n

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Recommended References<\/o:p><\/span><\/b><\/p>\n <\/td>\n <\/tr>\n

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i   <\/span><\/span><\/strong>Krane,\n K. S., Modern Physics (2nd<\/sup> edition), Wiley (1995)<\/span><\/strong><\/o:p><\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n

i   <\/span><\/span><\/strong>Taylor,\n J., Zafiratos, C., and Dubson, M. A., Modern Physics for Scientists and\n Engineers (2nd<\/sup> edition), Addison-Wesley (2003)<\/span><\/strong><\/o:p><\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n

i  \n <\/span><\/span>French, A. P.,  and Taylor, E. F.,  Introduction to Quantum Physics (The MIT\n introductory physics series), W.W. Norton and Company (1978)<\/span><\/strong><\/o:p><\/span><\/b><\/p>\n <\/td>\n <\/tr>\n<\/tbody><\/table><\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t

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Course Title\u00a0 <\/span><\/b><\/b><\/p><\/td>

Thermal and Statistical Physics<\/span><\/b><\/p><\/td><\/tr>

Course Code<\/span><\/b><\/p><\/td>

PHY303G3<\/span><\/p><\/td><\/tr>

Credit Value<\/span><\/b><\/p><\/td>

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Hourly breakdown<\/span><\/b><\/p><\/td>

Theory<\/span><\/p><\/td>

Practical<\/span><\/p><\/td>

Independent Learning<\/span><\/p><\/td><\/tr>

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\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 <\/span><\/span>Discuss the laws of classical thermodynamics and formulations of statistical physics<\/span><\/p>

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 <\/span><\/span>Apply principles of thermodynamics to simple thermal engines<\/span><\/p>

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 <\/span><\/span>Make use of kinetic theory to understand the properties of materials<\/b><\/span><\/p><\/td><\/tr>

Intended Learning Outcomes<\/span><\/b><\/p><\/td><\/tr>

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 <\/span><\/span>Explain the first and second law of thermodynamics and their applications in calculating work done and entropies<\/span><\/p>

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 <\/span><\/span>Estimate thermal efficiency of heat engines and coefficient of performance refrigerators <\/span><\/p>

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 <\/span><\/span>Apply the derived Maxwell’s relations to problems in thermodynamics<\/span><\/p>

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 <\/span><\/span>Estimate changes in temperature of systems subjected to cooling\u00a0 <\/span><\/p>

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 <\/span><\/span>Apply Planck\u2019s hypothesis to obtain the Stefan\u2019s law to analyze radiation emitted by a blackbody.<\/span><\/p>

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 <\/span><\/span>Evaluate mean free path, coefficient of thermal conductivity, diffusion coefficient and coefficient of viscosity of a gas molecule.<\/span><\/p>

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 <\/span><\/span>Adapt statistical theory for a gaseous system to estimate its velocities.<\/span><\/b><\/p><\/td><\/tr>

Course Contents<\/span><\/b><\/p><\/td><\/tr>

\u00b7\u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/span>Thermodynamics: <\/span><\/b>Zeroth law and the concept of temperature, work, heat, internal energy and the first law of thermodynamics, second law of thermodynamics, Carnot\u2019s theorem, temperature, entropy, equation of state, Maxwell\u2019s thermodynamic relations and their application to simple systems, production and measurement of low temperatures, the third law of thermodynamics, heat engines<\/span><\/p>

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/span>Thermal radiation: <\/span><\/b>The law of blackbody radiation, application of thermodynamics to blackbody radiation, radiation pyrometer<\/span><\/p>

\u00b7\u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/span>Kinetic theory:<\/span><\/b> Ideal gases, Van der Waal\u2019s gases, classical theory of specific heats of gases and solids, transport phenomena<\/span><\/p>

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/span>Statistical physics:<\/span><\/b> Thermodynamic probability and its relation to entropy, Boltzmann distribution and its classical limit, partition functions, application to solid like assemblies and gaseous systems, Maxwell\u2019s distribution of velocities in gases<\/span><\/b><\/p><\/td><\/tr>

Teaching and Learning Methods <\/span><\/b><\/p><\/td><\/tr>

Lectures, tutorial discussions, <\/span>e-learning, handouts and guided learning <\/span>\u00a0<\/b><\/span><\/p><\/td><\/tr>

Assessment Strategy<\/span><\/b><\/p><\/td>

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In-Course Assessment <\/span><\/p>

End of Course Examination<\/span><\/p><\/td>

30 %<\/span><\/p>

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Recommended References<\/span><\/b><\/p><\/td><\/tr>

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 <\/span><\/span>Zemansky, M. W., and Dittman, R. H., Heat and Thermodynamics (7th<\/sup> edition), McGraw Hill, New York (1997)<\/span><\/p>

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 <\/span><\/span><\/s>Roy, B. N., Fundamentals of Classical and Statistical Thermodynamics (1st<\/sup> Edition), Wiley, New York (2002)<\/span> <\/s><\/p>

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 <\/span><\/span>Nag, P. K., Basic and Applied Thermodynamics, Tata McGraw Hill, India (2002)<\/span><\/p>

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 <\/span><\/span>Moran, M. J., \u00a0and Shapiro, H. N., \u00a0Fundamentals of Engineering Thermodynamics (5th<\/sup> Edition), Wiley, New York (2006).<\/span><\/b><\/p><\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t

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Course Title\u00a0 <\/span><\/b><\/b><\/p><\/td>

Medical Physics <\/span><\/b><\/p><\/td><\/tr>

Course Code<\/span><\/b><\/p><\/td>

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Credit Value<\/span><\/b><\/p><\/td>

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Hourly breakdown <\/span><\/b><\/p><\/td>

Theory<\/span><\/p><\/td>

Practical<\/span><\/p><\/td>

Independent Learning<\/span><\/p><\/td><\/tr>

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Objectives<\/span><\/b><\/p><\/td><\/tr>

\u00b7\u00a0 <\/span><\/span>Discuss the principles of physics behind the operation of therapeutic and diagnostic medical equipment<\/span><\/p>

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/span>Explain the physical aspects of radiation dosimetry, treatment planning, dose calculations and distributions<\/span><\/p>

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 <\/span><\/span>Identify safety, radiation protection principles and procedures<\/span><\/b><\/p><\/td><\/tr>

Intended\u00a0 Learning Outcomes<\/span><\/b><\/p><\/td><\/tr>

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 <\/span><\/span>Summarize the differences between ionizing and nonionizing radiations <\/span><\/p>

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 <\/span><\/span>Explain the design of medical X-ray system and the parameters that influence image quality<\/span><\/p>

\u00b7\u00a0 \u00a0<\/span><\/span>Explain most common modalities for our various types of imaging\u00a0<\/span>tests such as ultrasound scanner, PET scan and CT<\/span><\/p>

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 <\/span><\/span>Apply key concepts specific to energy deposition in tissues<\/span><\/p>

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 <\/span><\/span>Combine the dose related definitions in dose calculations<\/span><\/b><\/p><\/td><\/tr>

Course Contents<\/span><\/b><\/p><\/td><\/tr>

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/span>Radiation physics<\/span><\/b>: <\/span><\/b>Review of atomic structure, characteristics of X- rays, photoelectric effect, Compton effect, pair production, nuclear decay, radioactivity, types of radiations, interaction of radiation with matter, radiation detection and radiation dosimetry.<\/span><\/p>

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/span>Medical imaging physics: <\/span><\/b>Principles of image formation and quality, films and screens, digital imaging, image reconstruction with back projection, X- ray Computed Tomography (CT) and image processing, radiography (mammography and fluoroscopy), principles of Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI), mapping and applications, nuclear medicine imaging [Gamma camera, Single Photon Emission Computed Tomography (SPECT) and Positron Emission Tomography (PET)], principles and practice of ultrasound imaging. <\/span><\/b><\/p>

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 <\/span><\/span>Radiotherapy physics and radiation protection<\/span><\/b>: <\/span><\/b>Medical transducers, standard equipment used in radiotherapy (linear accelerator and Cobalt teletherapy machine), basic physical aspects of photon and electron therapy, radiation treatment planning, dose calculations and distributions, radiation protection, safety considerations for patients and workers, quality assurance of medical devices.<\/span><\/b><\/p><\/td><\/tr>

Teaching and Learning Methods <\/span><\/b><\/p><\/td><\/tr>

Lectures, tutorial discussions, <\/span>\u00a0e-learning, handouts,\u00a0 guided learning <\/span>\u00a0and clinical visit.<\/b><\/span><\/p><\/td><\/tr>

Assessment Strategy<\/span><\/b><\/p><\/td><\/tr>

In-Course Assessment <\/span><\/p>

Report on clinical site visit<\/span><\/p>

End of course examination<\/b><\/span><\/p><\/td>

20%<\/span><\/p>

10 %<\/span><\/p>

70 %<\/span><\/p><\/td><\/tr>

Recommended References<\/span><\/b> <\/b><\/p><\/td><\/tr>

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 <\/span><\/span>Wolbarst<\/span><\/a><\/span>, A. B., Physics of Radiology\u00a0 (2nd edition),\u00a0 Medical Physics Pub Corp (2005),\u00a0 <\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 <\/span><\/span>Meredith, W.J.\u00a0 and Massey, J. B., \u00a0\u00a0Fundamental Physics of Radiology (3rd edition), Butterworth-Heinemann (1977) <\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/s>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 <\/span><\/span><\/s>Podgorsak, E. P., Radiation Oncology Physics: A Handbook for Teachers and Students, Vienna, IAEA (2005)<\/s><\/span><\/p>

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 <\/span><\/span>Webb, S., The Physics of Medical Imaging (1st Edition),<\/span> Crc Press (1988).\u00a0 <\/span><\/b><\/p><\/td><\/tr>

Course Title\u00a0 <\/span><\/b><\/b><\/p><\/td>

Introduction to Astrophysics and Cosmology <\/span><\/b><\/p><\/td><\/tr>

Course Code<\/span><\/b><\/p><\/td>

PHY305G2<\/span><\/p><\/td><\/tr>

Credit Value<\/span><\/b><\/p><\/td>

02 <\/span><\/p><\/td><\/tr>

Hourly breakdown<\/span><\/b><\/p><\/td>

Theory<\/span><\/p><\/td>

Practical<\/span><\/p><\/td>

Independent Learning<\/span><\/p><\/td><\/tr>

30<\/span><\/p><\/td>

–<\/span><\/p><\/td>

70<\/span><\/p><\/td><\/tr>

Objectives<\/span><\/b><\/p><\/td><\/tr>

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 <\/span><\/span>Recall the historical developments of astrophysics<\/span><\/p>

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 <\/span><\/span>Demonstrate how the basic physical laws explain the properties and dynamics of astronomical objects and the Universe <\/span><\/p>

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 <\/span><\/span>Explain the formation and properties of solar system, stars and galaxies<\/span><\/p>

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 <\/span><\/span>Deliver knowledge of the origin and the evolution of the universe <\/span><\/b><\/p><\/td><\/tr>

Intended Learning Outcomes<\/span><\/b><\/p><\/td><\/tr>

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 <\/span><\/span>Explain the physics of telescopes including geometric optics<\/span><\/p>

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 <\/span><\/span>Explain how astronomical distances are measured<\/span><\/p>

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 <\/span><\/span>Apply the derived Kepler\u2019s Laws with Newton\u2019s laws and theorems to a range of astrophysical objects including extrasolar planets<\/span><\/p>

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 <\/span><\/span>Explain the global properties and basic evolution of stars using the basic laws of physics<\/span><\/p>

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 <\/span><\/span>Discuss the structure of the Milky Way<\/span><\/p>

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 <\/span><\/span>Discuss the fundamental constituents of the Universe: baryons, dark matter and dark energy, and the observational evidence for their presence<\/span><\/p>

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 <\/span><\/span>Explain the evolution of our Universe, including the evidence for the Big Bang<\/span><\/p>

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 <\/span><\/span>Use the equations which describe the evolution of the Universe to derive properties of the Universe<\/span><\/b><\/p><\/td><\/tr>

Course Contents<\/span><\/b><\/p><\/td><\/tr>

The Universe and its physics:\u00a0<\/span><\/b><\/p>

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 <\/span><\/span>Historical background of astronomy, units in astronomy and observational measurement techniques, motions of heavenly bodies, celestial sphere and the atlas of stars, uses of optical instruments in astronomy and Doppler Effect.<\/span><\/p>


Physics of Stars and galaxies:\u00a0<\/span><\/b><\/p>

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 <\/span><\/span>The origin of the solar system and extra-solar planets, moon and eclipses, terrestrial and Jovian planets, properties of the Sun.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 <\/span><\/span>Formation and general properties of stars, measurement of basic stellar properties such as distance, luminosity, spectral classification, mass, density and radii, Stellar evolution and nucleo-synthesis, white dwarfs, neutron stars, black holes, structure of the milky way, other galaxies and their properties.<\/span><\/p>


Cosmology:\u00a0<\/span><\/b><\/p>

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 <\/span><\/span>Olber\u2019s paradox, Hubble’s Law; the age of the Universe; Evolution of the Universe: Madau diagram; Evidence for the Big Bang (blackbody radiation, nucleosynthesis); dark energy and the accelerating Universe.<\/span><\/b><\/p><\/td><\/tr>

Teaching and Learning Methods <\/span><\/b><\/p><\/td><\/tr>

Lectures, tutorial discussions, <\/span>e-learning, handouts and guided learning <\/span>\u00a0<\/b><\/span><\/p><\/td><\/tr>

Assessment Strategy<\/span><\/b><\/p><\/td><\/tr>

In-course Assessments \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0<\/span><\/p>

End of course examination<\/span><\/p><\/td>

30%<\/span><\/p>

70%<\/span><\/p><\/td><\/tr>

Recommended References<\/span><\/b><\/p><\/td><\/tr>

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 <\/span><\/span>Carroll, B. W., and Ostlie, D. A., An Introduction to Modern Astrophysics (2nd<\/sup>\u00a0edition), Addison-Wesley (2006)<\/span><\/p>

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 <\/span><\/span>Dufay, J., Introduction to Astrophysics: The Stars (reissue edition), Dover Publications (2012)<\/span><\/p>

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 <\/span><\/span>Ryden, B.\u00a0 and Peterson, B. M., Foundations of Astrophysics (1st<\/sup>\u00a0edition), Addison-Wesley (2010)<\/span><\/p>

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 <\/span><\/span>Maoz, D, Astrophysics in a Nutshell, 2nd edition (Princton University Press) (2016)<\/span><\/b><\/p><\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t

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