The Nuclear physics Master Program comprises courses from of general education sciences and physical sciences disciplines. This handbook presents detailed information on the modules and courses of the program.

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L.N. Gumilyov Eurasian National University Nuclear physics Masters Program

Module Handbook

The Nuclear physics Master Program comprises courses from of general education sciences and physical sciences disciplines. This handbook presents detailed information on the modules and courses of the program.

A Module Handbook or collection of module descriptions that is also available for students to consult should contain the following information about the individual modules:

Module designation

Nuclear physics

Semester(s) in which the module is taught

1

Person responsible for the module

A.A.Temerbayev, N.Burtebayev, A.Aryngazin

Language

English, Russian, Kazakh

Relation to curriculum

Programme 7М05305–Nuclear physics, elective, semester 1

Teaching methods

Lecture, Practical, Private study

Workload

Lecture – 45 h

Practical – 30 h Private study – 135 h

Credit points

7

Required and recommended prerequisites for joining the module

Existing competences in:

1. The structure of atomic nucleus

2. Experimental Methods of Nuclear Physics

Module objectives/intended

learning outcomes

Conducting an experiment and creating theoretical models of the composite nucleus formed during nuclear reactions. The calculation of the angular and energy distributions of exhaust particles of a compound nucleus and the products of its separation.

Determination and evaluation of the level density, excitation energy and other characteristics of the composite core.

Application of the theory, measurement

Content

Photonuclear reactions, types of neutrons, the source of energy released in a nuclear reactor, the chain reaction of fission of uranium or plutonium, and the distribution of energy between different types of radiation.

Сourse deepens the study of modern concepts of the constituent nucleus arising from nuclear reactions, and methods for calculating the various characteristics of the decay of the component of the nucleus. During the course, the undergraduate studies the properties of low-energy nuclear reactions in the collision of atomic nuclei with neutrons and nuclei.

Exams and assessment formats

Two Midterm assessments and one final exam, take-home written assignments. The forms: oral, written, test. The durability is optional.

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Study and examination requirements

Learning achievements (knowledge, skills, abilities and competencies) of students are scored according to a 100-point scale corresponding to the international letter grading system (positive grades, as they decrease, from «А» to «D»,

«unsatisfactory» – «FХ», «F») with the corresponding digital equivalent on a 4-point scale.

The final grade in the module is composed of 40% performance on exams, 30% quizzes, 10% take-home assignments, 20% in-class participation. Students must have a final grade of 50% or higher to pass

Reading list

University library: https://library.enu.kz/MegaPro/Web/Search/Ext

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Module designation

Nuclear models

Semester(s) in which the

module is taught

2, 3

Person responsible for the module

A.A.Temerbayev, A.Kozlovskiy, N.Amangeldi

Language

Relation to curriculum

Programme 7М05305–Nuclear physics, compulsory, semester 2,3

Teaching methods

Workload

Lecture – 60 h

Credit points

¹⁰

Required and recommended prerequisites for joining the module

1. Statistical model and thermodynamical properties of nuclei 2. Nucleosynthesis

Module objectives/intended learning outcomes

The study of the structure of atomic nucleus, methods and laws of determining the properties of elementary particles, scientific and technical use of the most important subatomic phenomena in the nuclear industry.

Content

In this course a student studies the development of practical skills for calculations in different models of nuclei. The student examines the collective model, the single-particle model, drop model, the model of five-dimensional harmonic oscillator model the axially symmetric rotator, a two-component model, nuclear liquid model, Fermi gas, shell theory and generalized model of the nucleus.

In this course, we consider the proposed model of the nucleon structure of the nucleus of chemical elements. The nucleon structure of an atom and its nucleus, changes in the chemical properties of elements depending on the structure of electronic energy levels. The aim of the course is the scientific and technical use of the most important subatomic phenomena in the nuclear industry.

Exams and assessment formats

Study and examination requirements

Reading list

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Module designation

Radiation Physics and Astrophysics

Semester(s) in which the

module is taught

2

Person responsible for the module

A.A.Temerbayev, A.Useinov

Language

Relation to curriculum

Teaching methods

Workload

Lecture – 60 h

Credit points

¹⁰

Required and recommended prerequisites for joining the module

1. Nuclear fission

2. Neutrons and gamma quanta

Module objectives/intended

learning outcomes

The use of radiation materials in research institutes to understand the nature of radiation physics and nanotechnology research.

Application of methods of radiation physics and nuclear medicine in scientific activity at the enterprises of nuclear industry and research institutes

Content

The discipline studies the main processes and possible scenarios of formation of atomic nuclei, chemical elements, star models and the main directions of laboratory research on the synthesis of new elements and isotopes. The fundamentals of thermonuclear processes in the Universe and their application in power engineering and experiments are considered.

The aim of the course is to teach the use of radiation materials for nanotechnology research in research institutes. In the near space we study the flow of high-energy particles, galactic cosmic radiation. Relic radiation and primary nucleosynthesis, birth of stars, nucleosynthesis of new stars, cosmic rays of the Sun provide for the registration of very strong cosmic rays and cosmic rays.

In this course, a student studies the use of radiation diagnosis and therapy in nuclear medicine for the diagnosis of cancer. Examines the physical principles of x-ray diagnostics, ultrasound diagnostics, x-ray computed tomography, radionuclide diagnostics, magnetic resonance imaging.

The purpose of the discipline is the application of methods of radiation physics and nuclear medicine in scientific activities in the nuclear industry and research institutes. Studying the main directions of the radionuclide, radioimmunoassay and target (targetcisco) therapy. The nuclear-physical properties of therapeutic radionuclides and radiopharmaceuticals based on them and examples of the use of radionuclide therapy methods in Oncology are considered.

Exams and assessment formats

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Study and examination requirements

Reading list

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Module designation

Methods and techniques of nuclear physics

Semester(s) in which the

module is taught

3

Person responsible for the module

A.A.Temerbayev, N.Amangeldi, A.Kabyshev

Language

Relation to curriculum

Teaching methods

Workload

Lecture – 75 h

Credit points

¹²

Required and recommended prerequisites for joining the module

1. Experimental Methods of Nuclear Physics

2. Physical principles of radiation diagnostics and therapy

Module objectives/intended

learning outcomes

To use experimental methods of research of nuclear physical phenomena, processes, physical properties of substances and materials used in various fields of nuclear physics.

Conducting experiments to study exotic nuclei and correlations in research institutes, evaluation of results.

Content

The methods of specific ionization, measurement of flight time and pulse distribution of neutrons and gamma quanta are considered.

In addition, the methods of measuring spectra, kinematic analysis of reactions, correlation measurements, measurements of excitation functions and experimental methods in radioactive rays are considered.

The physical properties of substances and materials used in various fields of nuclear physics and the application of practical methods. Considers the principles of measuring instruments at accelerator complexes for experimental nuclear research. Studies the work of nuclear radiation detection detectors and the processes of penetration of accelerated heavy ions through substances.

As result of the course we study the physical principles of methods of nuclear physics experiments in the study of exotic nuclei and correlation. Considers the following features of exotic nuclei: large angular momentum, high excitation energy, strongly deformed nuclei, nuclei with an abnormally high number of neutrons or protons, super heavy nuclei with the number of protons.

The aim of the course is to study the physical properties of substances and materials used in the nuclear industry, the use of practical research methods. The study of the main components of methods of obtaining and processing of experimental information using modern digital recording computer and software.

Exams and assessment formats

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Study and examination requirements

Learning achievements (knowledge, skills, abilities and competencies) of students are scored according to a 100-point scale corresponding to the international letter grading system (positive grades, as they decrease, from «А» to «D»,

Reading list

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Module designation

Master Training Methodology

Semester(s) in which the

module is taught

1, 2, 3, 4

Person responsible for the module

A.A.Temerbayev

Language

Relation to curriculum

Programme 7М05305–Nuclear physics, compulsory, semester 1, 2, 3, 4

Teaching methods

Workload

Lecture – 45 h

Credit points

56

Required and recommended prerequisites for joining the module

Not required

Module objectives/intended learning outcomes

Modern analysis of scientific achievements, the search for solutions to current problems in the nuclear industry and their use in professional activities.

Application of modern pedagogical technologies and communication skills in public administration and educational institutions.

Content The modern paradigm of higher education. Methodology of pedagogical science. Professional competence of a high school teacher. Theory of learning in higher education.

Content of higher education. Modern educational technology in higher education. Organization of educational process on the basis of the credit system of education.

Psychology as a science. The mission and the place of psychology in the system of sciences. Psychology of cognitive activity of a human being in the process of education. Psychological methods and means of raising effectiveness and quality of contemporary education.

Management of education process in conflict situations.

Psychology of pedagogical communication. Proffessiogram and psychogram of a worker in the area of future professional work. Psychology of activity and cognitive processes.

Activity and adaptation. Psychology and labor activity.

Problems of reliability of professional activity.

Philosophy and methodology of science as a branch of philosophy. Science in culture and civilization. The emergence of science. Main stages of the historical dynamics of science. The structure of scientific knowledge. History of the formation of the social sciences, culture, history and man.

The evolution of modern disciplinary organization of knowledge. Ethical aspects of science in the late XX - early XXI century, humanitarian control in science.

Communication technologies of the XXI century and their

role in contemporary science. Information processes in the

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context of post-nonclassical science. Contemporary actual methodical, methodological and philosophical problems of natural, social and humanitarian sciences, as well as specialized branches of scientific knowledge in accordance with specialization of undergraduates.

Society, government and personality: the political system of the foreign language spoken countries and Republic of Kazakhstan. Home and foreign policy of foreign language spoken countries and Republic of Kazakhstan: Entry of Kazakhstan into the world educational field. Social problems:

Problems of youth and employment. Human rights.

Education and science: The quality of human resource – the foundation of social-economic stability of the state.

Development of specialty in Kazakhstan and foreign countries.

Overview of current scientific journal literature on the subject. The choice of method for solving the problem.

Drawing up a research plan. Justification approximations.

The study. Analytical calculations. Processing of the results of the research. Building a model of the problem. Numerical solution. Comparison of the results with published experimental data. Preparation of a scientific article. Making a scientific report (in the form of course work). Prepare presentation and protection of coursework.

Familiarization with the peculiarities of the organization of educational work in higher education schools. Watching the demonstration teacher-mentor methods and techniques for organizing various kinds of educational and extracurricular work with students, analysis and evaluation of educational activities. Independent activity of students in the organization and conduct of educational activities. Planning and carrying out a form of extra-curricular work. Development of abstracts for classes for one of the sections of the discipline.

The study of fundamental and periodical literature, regulatory and methodological materials on issues developed in the final qualifying student work (bachelor's work). Confirmation of the relevance and practical significance of the research topic chosen by the student. Evaluation of the practical significance of the test questions;

The collection, systematization and generalization of practical material for use in the final qualifying (Bachelor's) work. Preparation of a scientific report on the final conference abstracts on student conference or an article for publication

Exams and assessment formats

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Study and examination requirements

Reading list

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Module designation

Heavy-ion nuclear reactions

Semester(s) in which the

module is taught

1

Person responsible for the module

A.A.Temerbayev

Language

Relation to curriculum

Teaching methods

Workload

Lecture – 30 h

Credit points

⁸

Required and recommended prerequisites for joining the module

Experimental Methods of Nuclear Physics

Module objectives/intended learning outcomes

Conducting an experiment and creating theoretical models of the composite nucleus formed during nuclear reactions. The calculation of the angular and energy distributions of exhaust particles of a compound nucleus and the products of its separation.

Determination and evaluation of the level density, excitation energy and other characteristics of the composite core.

Application of the theory, measurement

Content

An introduction to the definition of the development of modern ideas about the separation of atomic nuclei in the framework of scientific problems of future physicists. Demonstrates the basic concepts of the separation process arising from the liquid droplet model, and the barrier resonances of this model and self-excreted isomers.

The course studies the provision of high voltage neutron detectors and gamma radiation. When choosing the optimal spectral scale in a given energy range, neutron and gamma rays measure the amplitude-digital transformation of the detectors.

Exams and assessment formats

Study and examination requirements

Reading list

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Module designation

Technology of physical experiment and the mechanism of interaction of light ions

Semester(s) in which the module is taught

3

Person responsible for the module

A.A.Temerbayev

Language

Relation to curriculum

Teaching methods

Workload

Lecture – 30 h

Credit points

5

Required and recommended prerequisites for joining the module

Detecting equipment and electronics of nuclear physical experiment

Module objectives/intended learning outcomes

Application of experimental techniques and work with electronic devices for the study of nuclear physics phenomena and processes in research institutes.

Content

Сourse examines the energy loss from the passage of low energy ions through a substance and the occurrence of radiation defects.

Low-energy ion scattering, the role of inelastic processes in ion scattering, sputtering of the surface of solids under the action of ion bombardment and anisotropy of the spatial distribution of scattered particles are provided.

Examines the basics of nuclear and neutron physics, the laws and characteristics of radioactive decomposition, nuclear reactions and their features, the neutron cycle in a nuclear reactor, the effective neutron multiplication factor, the laws of formation of the spatial energy distribution of neutrons and the distribution of its own energy.