Radiation and Radiation-Protection
Module MW1353
This module handbook serves to describe contents, learning outcome, methods and examination type as well as linking to current dates for courses and module examination in the respective sections.
Module version of WS 2011/2 (current)
There are historic module descriptions of this module. A module description is valid until replaced by a newer one.
Whether the module’s courses are offered during a specific semester is listed in the section Courses, Learning and Teaching Methods and Literature below.
| available module versions | |
|---|---|
| WS 2011/2 | SS 2011 |
Basic Information
MW1353 is a semester module in English language at Bachelor’s level and Master’s level which is offered in winter semester.
This Module is included in the following catalogues within the study programs in physics.
- Catalogue of non-physics elective courses
| Total workload | Contact hours | Credits (ECTS) |
|---|---|---|
| 150 h | 45 h | 5 CP |
Content, Learning Outcome and Preconditions
Content
The lectures introduce into the basics of radiation physics and radiation protection. We show, how ionizing radiation is described and experimentally/practically controlled, how one designs radiation shields, by introduction in and practical application of the most essential mathematical and numerical methods, which nowadays are used in design and analysis of radiation protection systems.
main topics:
- characterization of radiation and its sources
- interaction of radiation with matter: photons, electrons, neutrons, ions
- methods for the determination of radiation dose
- deterministic and stochastic (Monte-Carlo) methods for radiation shelding and protection
- legal aspects of radiation in Germany and Europe
The course and sctipts are offered in English.
However, also for questions during the lectures and the written exam, German can be used.
Further information unter www.ntech.mw.tum.de
main topics:
- characterization of radiation and its sources
- interaction of radiation with matter: photons, electrons, neutrons, ions
- methods for the determination of radiation dose
- deterministic and stochastic (Monte-Carlo) methods for radiation shelding and protection
- legal aspects of radiation in Germany and Europe
The course and sctipts are offered in English.
However, also for questions during the lectures and the written exam, German can be used.
Further information unter www.ntech.mw.tum.de
Learning Outcome
Goal of this course is to teach the students, what is radiation, how does it propagate and interact with matter, how does one measure radiation, and how does one design radiation shields.
Practical exercises illustrate the concepts and methods. At the end, a student should be able to quantify radiation exposure and to design a radiation shield.
Practical exercises illustrate the concepts and methods. At the end, a student should be able to quantify radiation exposure and to design a radiation shield.
Preconditions
This course is appropriate for students of the mechanical engineering, physics, and chemistry with interest in the subjects of radiation physics and radiation protection.
Courses, Learning and Teaching Methods and Literature
Courses and Schedule
WS 2022/3
WS 2021/2
WS 2020/1
WS 2019/20
WS 2018/9
WS 2017/8
WS 2016/7
WS 2015/6
WS 2014/5
WS 2013/4
WS 2012/3
| Type | SWS | Title | Lecturer(s) | Dates | Links |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| VO | 2 | Radiation and Radiation Protection | Macián-Juan, R. |
Wed, 10:00–11:30, MW 0430M |
eLearning |
| UE | 1 | Radiation and Radiation Protection - Exercise |
Responsible/Coordination: Macián-Juan, R. |
Thu, 14:00–15:00, MW 0430M |
eLearning |
Learning and Teaching Methods
- presentation using Powerpoint material
- intensive usage of the white-board for explanations of concepts
interaktive class:
students are encouraged to pose questions, and also the lecturer poses questions to the auditorium
- intensive usage of the white-board for explanations of concepts
interaktive class:
students are encouraged to pose questions, and also the lecturer poses questions to the auditorium
Media
- printed scripts containing the content of the lectures
- printed material from the internet
- paper-copies of useful materials from books
- printed material from the internet
- paper-copies of useful materials from books
Literature
Grundkurs Strahlenschutz
C. Grupen
Introduction to Nuclear Engineering
J.R. Lamarsh
Nuclear Reactor Analysis
J.J. Duderstedt
Particle Detectors
C. Grupen; B. Shwartz
R. Becker
Theorie der Wärme
C. Grupen
Introduction to Nuclear Engineering
J.R. Lamarsh
Nuclear Reactor Analysis
J.J. Duderstedt
Particle Detectors
C. Grupen; B. Shwartz
R. Becker
Theorie der Wärme