This course introduces students to the microscopic theory of matter and radiation that spans elementary particles to molecules. Building upon prior learning in quantum mechanics and electromagnetism, students will develop understanding of the standard model of particle physics, the structure and radiation of nuclei and atoms, and the formation and properties of molecules. As a result, students will be able to interpret the universe that surrounds them in terms of its most fundamental constituents and apply this knowledge to advances in fundamental physics, radiation safety and medical science, nuclear power, atomic technologies (eg. lasers, atomic clocks, MRI) and quantum chemistry.
Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion, students will have the knowledge and skills to:
Upon successful completion of this course, students will have the knowledge and skills to:- Apply knowledge of the elementary particles and fundamental interactions of the standard model to solve simple problems in particle physics.
- Apply the shell model of nuclear structure to explain nuclear masses and radiation.
- Develop models of atomic structure and apply them to explain atomic radiation and interactions with external electric and magnetic fields.
- Develop models of molecular structure and apply them to explain chemical bonding and properties.
- Solve topical problems in the application of the microscopic theory of matter and radiation (eg nuclear power, nuclear medicine, MRI).
- Develop advanced computational, written communication and verbal communication skills.
Indicative Assessment
Assessment consists of:- Assignments (40%; LO 1-6)
- Computational project (10%; LO1-6)
- Mid-semester exam (20%; LO 1-6)
- Final exam (30%; LO 1-6)
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Workload
Three one hour lectures/ workshops per week plus an optional weekly tutorial.Requisite and Incompatibility
Fees
Tuition fees are for the academic year indicated at the top of the page.
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- Student Contribution Band:
- 2
- Unit value:
- 6 units
If you are an undergraduate student and have been offered a Commonwealth supported place, your fees are set by the Australian Government for each course. At ANU 1 EFTSL is 48 units (normally 8 x 6-unit courses). You can find your student contribution amount for each course at Fees. Where there is a unit range displayed for this course, not all unit options below may be available.
| Units | EFTSL |
|---|---|
| 6.00 | 0.12500 |
Course fees
- Domestic fee paying students
| Year | Fee |
|---|---|
| 2019 | $3840 |
- International fee paying students
| Year | Fee |
|---|---|
| 2019 | $5460 |
Offerings, Dates and Class Summary Links
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First Semester
| Class number | Class start date | Last day to enrol | Census date | Class end date | Mode Of Delivery | Class Summary |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4235 | 25 Feb 2019 | 04 Mar 2019 | 31 Mar 2019 | 31 May 2019 | In Person | View |