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| SPAT0021-1 | Introduction to astroparticles
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| Duration : | 20h Th, 10h Pr |
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| Lecturer : | Joseph Cugnon |
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Language(s) of instruction :
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| French language |
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Organisation and examination :
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| Teaching in the first semester, examination in June with partial in January |
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Course contents :
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| This course contains the following chapters (discussing concepts and current ideas):
1. simple description of quarks and leptons and of their interactions, conservation laws, symmetries;
2. the expanding Universe ( Friedmann equation, cosmic microwave radiation, primordial nucleosynthesis, baryogenesis);
3. dark matter and dark energy; implications of particle physics;
4. cosmic particles (cosmic rays , gamma sources, neutrinos);
5. particles in the stars (stellar evolution, neutron stars, supernovae, black holes). |
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Learning outcomes of the course :
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| This is an introduction to particle astrophysics, which deals with the implications of particle physics in astrophysical phenomena. The approach is largely phenomenological and aims at introducing key concepts in particle physics (avoiding formal theoretical developments) and at explaining their connection with several astrophysical and cosmological phenomena. |
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Prerequisites and co-requisites/ Recommended optional programme components :
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| Quantum mechanics PHYS0211 or equivalent.
Elements of astrophysics.
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Planned learning activities and teaching methods :
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| Discussion sessions : 10 h max.
Depending upon the demands or the background of the students, these sessions may be replaced by complements on special topics during the lectures or by the attendance of a few sessions of the seminar of the Department. |
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Mode of delivery (face-to-face ; distance-learning) :
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| face-to-face. see official lecture schedule |
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Recommended or required readings :
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| Reference textbook: "Particle Astrophysics", D. Perkins, Oxford University Press, 2004. There are many copies available in the Departement's libraries. |
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Assessment methods and criteria :
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| oral exam |
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Work placement(s) :
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| Students may possibly be requested (see the remark in the item on planned learning activities) to attend from 2 to 4 of the seminars organized by the group IFPA during the semester where the course will take place. |
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Organizational remarks :
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Contacts :
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| J Cugnon: cugnon@plasma.theo.phys.ulg.ac.be |
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