Astro Particle Physics 2
Module PH2074
Module version of SS 2011
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 | ||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SS 2022 | SS 2021 | SS 2020 | SS 2019 | SS 2017 | SS 2016 | SS 2011 |
Basic Information
PH2074 is a semester module in English language at Master’s level which is offered in summer semester.
This Module is included in the following catalogues within the study programs in physics.
- Specific catalogue of special courses for nuclear, particle, and astrophysics
- Complementary catalogue of special courses for condensed matter physics
- Complementary catalogue of special courses for Biophysics
- Complementary catalogue of special courses for Applied and Engineering Physics
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 PH2074 in the version of SS 2011 was Jean-Come Lanfranchi.
Content, Learning Outcome and Preconditions
Content
4. Dunkle Materie
4.1. Evidenz für Dunkle Materie
4.1.1. Rotationskurven von Spiralgalaxien
4.1.2. Galaxienhaufen (Cluster)
4.1.3. Direkte astronomische Beobachtungen
4.1.4. Strukturbildung im Universum
4.2. Baryonische Dunkle Materie: MACHOS
4.3. Kandidaten für nicht-baryonische Dunkle Materie
4.3.1. Neutrinos
4.3.2. Neue Elementarteilchen als DM
4.3.3. Axionen
4.3.4. WIMPS (weakly interacting massive particles)
5. Die Mikrowellen-Hintergrundstrahlung
5.1. 2,7K-Hintergrundstrahlung
5.2. CMB-Anisotropie
5.3. Multipolentwicklung der Anisotropie
6. Kosmische Strahlung
6.1. Eigenschaften der geladenen Komponente
6.2 GZK-Cutoff
6.3. Sekundärprodukte und Schauer
6.4. Beschleunigungsmechanismen
6.5. Neutrinoastronomie
Learning Outcome
After successful completion of this module, the student is able to
Preconditions
Courses, Learning and Teaching Methods and Literature
Courses and Schedule
| Type | SWS | Title | Lecturer(s) | Dates | Links |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| VO | 2 | Astro-Particle Physics 2 | Mertens, S. |
Wed, 08:30–10:00, PH HS3 |
eLearning documents |
| UE | 2 | Exercise to Astro-Particle Physics 2 |
Responsible/Coordination: Mertens, S. |
dates in groups |
eLearning documents |
Learning and Teaching Methods
Media
Literature
L. Bergström, A. Goobar: Cosmology and Particle Astrophysics (Springer)
C. Grupen: Astroteilchenphysik (Vieweg)
H. Klapdor-Kleingrothaus, K. Zuber: Teilchenastrophysik (Teubner Studienbücher), 1997
D. Perkins: Particle Astrophysics (Oxford University Press)
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.
Exam Repetition
The exam may be repeated at the end of the 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 to Astro Particle Physics 2 | |||
| Mon, 2023-07-17 till 23:55 | Dummy-Termin. Wenden Sie sich zur individuellen Terminvereinbarung an die/den Prüfer(in). Anmeldung für Prüfungstermin vor 16.09.2023. // Dummy date. Contact examiner for individual appointment. Registration for exam date before 2023-Sep-16. | till 2023-06-30 (cancelation of registration till 2023-07-16) | |
| Mon, 2023-09-18 till 23:55 | Dummy-Termin. Wenden Sie sich zur individuellen Terminvereinbarung an die/den Prüfer(in). Anmeldung für Prüfungstermin zwischen 18.09.2023 und 21.10.2023. // Dummy date. Contact examiner for individual appointment. Registration for exam date between 2023-Sep-18 and 2023-Oct-21. | till 2023-09-17 | |