Reactor Physics 1 and Applications of Nuclear Technology
Module PH2050
Module version of WS 2016/7
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 2022/3 | WS 2021/2 | WS 2020/1 | WS 2019/20 | WS 2018/9 | WS 2017/8 | WS 2016/7 | WS 2010/1 |
Basic Information
PH2050 is a semester module in German language at Master’s level which is offered in winter semester.
This Module is included in the following catalogues within the study programs in physics.
- Specific catalogue of special courses for condensed matter physics
- Specific catalogue of special courses for nuclear, particle, and astrophysics
- Specific catalogue of special courses for Applied and Engineering Physics
- Complementary catalogue of special courses for Biophysics
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 | 75 h | 5 CP |
Responsible coordinator of the module PH2050 in the version of WS 2016/7 was Peter Böni.
Content, Learning Outcome and Preconditions
Content
- Nuclear structure and fission
- Cross sections
- Resonant scattering and Breit-Wigner formula
- Neutron flux, reaction rate,mean free path
- Chain-reacting pile
- Thermal neutron cycle
- Four factor formula (Fermi)
- Pile kinetics
- Neutron moderation, neutron spectra
- Reactor control and dynamics
- The Forschungsneutronenquelle FRMII
Learning Outcome
After successful participation in the Module the student is able to:
- Understand and explain nuclear structure and fission
- Explain and calculate the energy release with fission
- Recall strong and weak types of fuel
- Recall and explain different types of cross sections
- Understand and explain neutron multiplication
- Understand and explain neutron moderation
- Understand and explain reactivity control
- Recall and explain the basic features of the Forschungsneutronenquelle FRMII
Preconditions
No preconditions in addition to the requirements for the Master’s program in Physics.
Courses, Learning and Teaching Methods and Literature
Courses and Schedule
| Type | SWS | Title | Lecturer(s) | Dates | Links |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| VO | 2 | Reactor physics 1 and applications of nuclear technology |
Fri, 08:30–10:00, PH HS3 |
eLearning |
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| UE | 2 | Exercise to Reactor Physics 1 and Applications of Nuclear Technology | dates in groups |
eLearning |
Learning and Teaching Methods
The learning outcomes of the module will be acheived via frontal lecure, written and verbal lecturing and powerpoint presetations. The lecture will be complemented by a weekly exercise class, where students will solve problems in groupwork (~6-8 students) in conjunction with a tutor (PhD / scientific assistant) from the faculty.
Media
The Module consists of one lecture (2SWS) and an accompanying exercise (2SWS). The contents of the lectures will be delivered via board work and power point presentation. In addition, the students will be supported via an accompanying lecture script. The students complement the script and board work by exploring additional literature and original scientific papers. The exercise class will consist of group work (6-8 students) where the students solve problems under the guidance of a tutor; exercises will be set one week before each class.
Literature
Standard literature in reactor physics, e.g.:
- D.Emendörfer, K.H.Höcker: Theorie der Kernreaktoren (B I Wissenschaftsverlag)
- K.H.Beckurts, K.Wirtz: Neutron Physics (Springer Verlag 1964)
- A.Ziegler: Lehrbuch der Reaktortechnik (Springer Verlag 1964)
- S.Glasstone, M.C.Edlund: Kernreaktortheorie (Springer Verlag 1961)
Module Exam
Description of exams and course work
In a written exam (for about 60 minutes) the learning outcome is tested using comprehension questions and sample problems.
In this case of an oral exam (e. g. due to the number of students) the time duration is 25 minutes.
Remarks on associated module exams
The exam for this module can be taken together with the exam to the associated follow-up module PH2051: Reactor Physics 2 and new Concepts in Nuclear Technology / Reaktorphysik 2 und neue Konzepte in der Kerntechnik 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.
Current exam dates
Currently TUMonline lists the following exam dates. In addition to the general information above please refer to the current information given during the course.
| Title | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Time | Location | Info | Registration |
| Exam in Reactor physics 1 and applications of nuclear technology | |||
| Mon, 2023-02-06 | Dummy-Termin. Wenden Sie sich zur individuellen Terminvereinbarung an die/den Prüfer(in). Anmeldung für Prüfungstermin vor Sa, 25.03.2023. // Dummy date. Contact examiner for individual appointment. Registration for exam date before Sat, 2023-03-25. | till 2023-01-15 (cancelation of registration till 2023-02-05) | |
| Tue, 2023-03-28 | Dummy-Termin. Wenden Sie sich zur individuellen Terminvereinbarung an die/den Prüfer(in). Anmeldung für Prüfungstermin vor Sa, 22.04.2023. // Dummy date. Contact examiner for individual appointment. Registration for exam date before Sat, 2023-04-22. | till 2023-03-27 | |