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​Nuclear physics and semiconductor physics, both of huge technological importance. In the nuclear physics section, the forces that act within the nucleus will be examined along with binding energy. Fusion and fission processes and reactors will then be explored. In semiconductor physics, the physics of charge carriers and charge transport in semiconductors will be examined and how this can be utilized in a huge variety of semiconductor devices such as diodes and transistors.
| Study Type | Postgraduate | Level | 5 |
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| Session | Second Sub Session | Credit Points | 15 credits (7.5 ECTS credits) |
| Campus | None. | Sustained Study | No |
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This course comprises two half units, Nuclear physics and semiconductor physics, both of huge technological importance. In the nuclear physics section, the competing forces that act within the nucleus will be examined and how this leads to the concept of binding energy. How binding energy can be liberated in fusion and fission processes and reactors will then be explored. In semiconductor physics, the physics of charge carriers and charge transport in semiconductors will be examined and how this can be utilized in a huge variety of semiconductor devices such as diodes and transistors.
Information on contact teaching time is available from the course guide.
1st Attempt: One two-hour examination (75%) and class tests (25%).
Resit: One two-hour examination (100%).
Students progress will be assessed in the weekly tutorial sessions.
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