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PHYS-400 - NUCLEAR PHYSICS  4 credits
This course is a basic nuclear physics course emphasizing the medical and environmental applications of radiation. The nuclear properties of the atom are covered, describing energy levels of stable and unstable nuclei, which are then related to radioactive decay (gamma, beta, alpha, fission, fusion). Production of photons and particles from reactors, cyclotrons, linacs, and x-ray machines is covered. Radiation detection instrumentation and radiation dosimetry as prescribed by the NRC are covered. Topics and problem sets include: RBE, LET, HVL, half-life, NRC regulations. Fundamentals of radiobiology are introduced. Use of a scientific calculator is required and will include problems relating to the natural logarithm. Use of software program using spread sheet required. This is a transferable science course for non-science majors. Honors component with permission of instructor. Required of some departments. Offered Spring Semester.PREREQUISITE: ALGB-093 or ALGB-097 with a grade of C- or better and placement at ENGL-100. COREQUISITE: PHYS-400L. Successful completion of PHYS-300 is recommended.