Ateneo - UPO

Introduction to the course: from basic physics to applications. Radioactivity. Radiation-matter interaction, in particular for ionising radiation. Radiation detectors. Physics in imaging and radiation therapy. Environmental radioactivity. Case study: radon in air. Waste management.

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Provide a solid foundation on the principles of operation of devices based on physical technologies. The student should be able to understand the role of these devices for various environmental and medical applications, including through case studies. The student should be able to make the connection between fundamental physics principles and applications. He/she should be able to thoroughly understand the specialized literature and keep in touch with technological developments.

Basics physics and quantum mechanics.

Lecture with slides and blackboard. Videos.

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Oral exam featuring a student-chosen topic presentation and general course questions.

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- Knowledge and understanding:
Acquisition of methods and operating principles of devices widely used for applications of physics to the environment and health.

- Applying knowledge and understanding:
Knowing how to identify the appropriate methods and devices to address environmental and medical problems that can benefit from physical technologies.

- Making judgements:
To be able to critically analyse the recent literature on the applications of physics to environmental and health issues.

- Learning skills:
Acquisition of some mastery of the literature on the applications studied, so that one can expand his/her knowledge following future technological advances.