UNIK9840 – Neutron Scattering in Materials Research - with laboratory exercises
Course description
Course content
This course gives a theoretical and practical introduction into how different neutron scattering techniques can be used for mapping and understanding the structure and operation of new functional materials. This knowledge forms the basis for further studies within advanced materials science and technology. The course may also be useful for students who do not plan to use neutron techniques in their own research but who needs an overview of this very important technique for materials characterization.
Learning outcome
After completing this course you will:
- know the basic principles of neutron scattering and have an overview of the various neutron scattering methods
- know what type of information that can be obtained for various classes of materials, as well as main advantages and disadvantages using the methods
- have sufficient knowledge in order to judge how neutron scattering techniques can contribute to solving research problems
- have practical training and sufficient basis for active participation in doing neutron scattering experiments at neutron sources
- have obtained very good knowledge of at least one of the neutron scattering methods, and being able to communicate this to others
Admission
PhD candidates from the University of Oslo should apply for classes and register for examinations through Studentweb.
If a course has limited intake capacity, priority will be given to PhD candidates who follow an individual education plan where this particular course is included. Some national researchers’ schools may have specific rules for ranking applicants for courses with limited intake capacity.
PhD candidates who have been admitted to another higher education institution must apply for a position as a visiting student within a given deadline.
Prerequisites
Recommended previous knowledge
The course requires some basic knowledge of materials corresponding to general introductory courses in materials science or condensed matter physics like FYS3410 – Condensed matter physics (continued), MENA3000 – Functional materials (discontinued) or MENA3100 – Characterization of Materials.
Overlapping courses
- 10 credits overlap with UNIK4840 – Neutron Scattering in Materials Research - with laboratory exercises (discontinued)
- 5 credits overlap with UNIK9845 – Neutron scattering in materials research - an introduction (discontinued)
- 5 credits overlap with UNIK4845 – Neutron scattering in materials research - an introduction (discontinued)
- 3 credits overlap with FYS5440 – Neutron scattering methods for materials research (discontinued)
- 3 credits overlap with FYS9440 – Neutron scattering methods for materials research (discontinued)
Teaching
The course is given in the spring term with 3 hours of teaching (lectures, problem solving and discussions) during about 12 weeks. In addition there will be 3-4 full days of compulsory laboratory work with submissions of laboratory reports. Submission and presentation of an essay/report on a theme relevant to this course is also required.
Parts of the teaching will be jointly with UNIK4845.
More details:
When at least half of the theoretical introduction has been lectured, smaller laboratory groups (2-3 students) will be formed, and these groups will make appointments with the laboratory supervisors about the 3-4 full-day practical laboratory exercises in the JEEP II research reactor at IFE, Kjeller.
Examination
Laboratory reports and the submitted essay with plenary presentation count 25% in your final grading. The oral exam at the end of the semester counts 75% in your final grading.
Grading scale
Grades are awarded on a pass/fail scale. Read more about the grading system.
Explanations and appeals
Resit an examination
Students who can document a valid reason for absence from the regular examination are offered a postponed examination at the beginning of the next semester.
Re-scheduled examinations are not offered to students who withdraw during, or did not pass the original examination.
Special examination arrangements
Application form, deadline and requirements for special examination arrangements.