Modern X-Ray Physics 1
Module PH2003
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.
Basic Information
PH2003 is a semester module in English language at Master’s level which is offered in winter semester.
This module description is valid to SS 2013.
If not stated otherwise for export to a non-physics program the student workload is given in the following table.
| Total workload | Contact hours | Credits (ECTS) |
|---|---|---|
| 150 h | 40 h | 5 CP |
Responsible coordinator of the module PH2003 is Franz Pfeiffer.
Content, Learning Outcome and Preconditions
Content
X-ray interaction with matter, synchrotron sources, x-ray free-electron lasers, coherence, applications, x-ray optics, diffraction, microscopy, spectroscopy
Learning Outcome
After successful completion of this module, the student is able to
Preconditions
Courses, Learning and Teaching Methods and Literature
Learning and Teaching Methods
Media
Literature
Module Exam
Description of exams and course work
In an oral exam the learning outcome is tested using comprehension questions and sample problems.
In accordance with §12 (8) APSO the exam can be done as a written test. In this case the time duration is 60 minutes.
Remarks on associated module exams
The exam for this module can be taken together with the exam to the associated follow-up module PH2004: Modern X-Ray Physics 2 / Moderne Röntgenphysik 2 after the follwoing semester. In this case you need to register for both exams in the following semester.
Exam Repetition
The exam may be repeated at the end of the semester. There is a possibility to take the exam in the following semester.