Experimental Astroparticle Physics
Course: Quantum field theory
Structural unit: Faculty of Physics
Title
Experimental Astroparticle Physics
Code
ОК 18
Module type
Обов’язкова дисципліна для ОП
Educational cycle
Second
Year of study when the component is delivered
2023/2024
Semester/trimester when the component is delivered
2 Semester
Number of ECTS credits allocated
3
Learning outcomes
Know the basics of the theory of nucleosynthesis.
Know the basics and principles of research with beams of different energies, as well as methods of studying samples corresponding to the astrophysics of particles.
Know the most famous modern experiments in measuring gravitational waves.
Logically and consistently formulate the basic concepts and hypotheses that correspond to the astrophysics of particles.
Know the main directions of research in laboratories on particle astrophysics; analyze experimental data and evaluate the accuracy of the results.
Independently master and use the literature on modern particle astrophysics.
Form of study
Full-time form
Prerequisites and co-requisites
1. Successful mastering of all previous courses in high energy physics, theoretical astrophysics and nuclear physics.
2. Be able to perform calculations and solve problems in nuclear physics and particle physics.
3. Have the skills to write computer programs for data analysis.
Course content
1. The subject of study of experimental astrophysics of particles.
2. Prevalence of chemical elements with different atomic number A on Earth, the Sun, stars and in outer space. The origin of atoms.
3. 4 eras of the evolution of the universe. Relict radiation.
4. Classification and life of stars. Energy release of stars.
5. Formation of elements from helium to iron maximum.
6. Universe: supernova, neutron stars, quasars and black holes. Pulsars, supernova explosions.
7. Definitions and types of cosmic rays.
8. Experiments on the study of gravitational waves.
9. Experimental laboratory measurements in particle astrophysics.
Recommended or required reading and other learning resources/tools
1. «An Introduction to Nuclear Astrophysics» by Richard N. Boyd
2. «STELLAR EVOLUTION, NUCLEAR. ASTROPH'XSICS, AND NUCLEOGENESIS» by A.G.W. Cameron.
3. “Fundamentals of Cosmic Particle Physics” by Maxim Khlopov, Springer, DOI 10.1007/978-1-907343-72-8 e-ISBN 978-1-907343-72-8, Cambridge International Science Publishing Ltd 2012
4. D.H. Perkins, Particle Astrophysics, Oxford University press, 2003
5. Dark Matter in Astro- and Particle Physics Proceedings of the International Conference DARK 2004 College Station, USA, October 3–9, 2004
6. The Fundamentals of Stellar Astrophysics George by W. Collins, II
7. Nuclear and Particle Astrophysics, edited by J.G. Hirsch and D. Page
Planned learning activities and teaching methods
Lectures, individual work.
Assessment methods and criteria
Tests, surveys, modular control work, test work.
Language of instruction
English
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