Department of Physics
Chair and Professor: Dale
Professors: Brey, Gesell, Shropshire, Wells
Research Professor: Beezhold
Associate Professors: Cole, Keeter, Tatar
Research Associate Professors: Chouffani, Forest, Hunt
Assistant Professor: Harris
Research Assistant Professor: Chandler
Visiting Assistant Professor: Popp
Visiting Faculty: Starovoitova
Senior Lecturer: Hackworth
Instructor: Keller
Research Instructors: Claver, Dunker
Adjunct Instructors: Clarke, DeVeaux, Harker, Jones, Nieschmidt, Schrader
Affiliate Faculty: Cummings, Hall, Harker, Jones, Langley, Nigg, O’Rear, Otis, Rich, Ritter, Roney, White
Emeriti: Harmon, Parker, Price, Vegors
Degree Options in Physics
Students who wish to major in physics will take courses which will
prepare them for industrial or governmental positions or for graduate
study in
physics or allied fields.
The department offers three undergraduate degree programs as well
as a minor in physics. The Associate of Science, Bachelor of Arts, and
the minor are designed for students who desire a flexible program so
they can develop interdisciplinary competence. The Bachelor of Science
degree places greater emphasis on physics and is
designed to prepare students for careers in physics or a
closely
allied profession. These programs consist of a set of required core
courses
plus a selection of courses in a particular field. The core courses
include
the basic physics and mathematics courses which serve as a foundation
for
more advanced study. A student planning to do graduate work in physics
should elect to complete the B.S. physics degree.
The common objectives for students of our undergraduate programs
in
physics include developing: (1) broad, fundamental technical skills and
knowledge, (2) strong communication skills, and (3) the capability to
think critically and work independently. Each of these objectives has a
"level" that is appropriate
for the degree.
For the A.S. degree in physics, the technical learning objectives
are to achieve a hands-on core competence that is appropriate for a
technician. This includes the general education goals of a B.S.
degree, plus knowledge
of general physics, calculus, and general chemistry. The
communication objectives at this level are writing and speaking skills
that meet the needs of a
within-a-work-group setting. Our expectations are that these
students will
obtain critical thinking skills and an ability to work independently at
the technician level.
For the B.A. degree in physics, the technical
objectives are mastery of calculus,
ordinary differential equations, linear algebra, general physics,
modern
physics, and student-selected areas of classical mechanics, quantum
mechanics,
electromagnetism and methods of nuclear measurements. For the
B.S. degree
in physics, the technical objectives are the learning goals of the B.A.
degree, plus additional hands-on research
laboratory experience
and further knowledge in solid-state physics, statistical physics,
nuclear
physics, optics and the conduct of research. The communication
objectives at the B.A. and B.S. levels are writing and speaking skills
that are sufficient to represent themselves and their organizations at
regional or national scientific meetings. Our expectations are
that these students will obtain critical
thinking skills and an ability to work independently at a level that
will
require minimal or modest supervision of either management or a more
senior
scientist.
Associate of Science in Physics
Bachelor of Arts in Physics
Bachelor of Science in Physics
Minor in Physics
Health Physics at Idaho State University
In addition to the more traditional physics program options,
the Department of Physics also offers the A.S. and B.S. options in
Health Physics. Health Physics, an applied science, is concerned with
the protection of humans and their environment from the possible
harmful effects of radiation while providing for its beneficial uses.
Health Physics is a multi-disciplined profession that incorporates
aspects of both the physical and biological sciences. The B.S. option
in Health Physics will prepare the student for
work in government, university, medical or industrial settings dealing
with
such areas as operational radiation safety, regulatory issues and
environmental quality. Successful B.S. students receive a Bachelor of
Science
in Physics and the student's official transcript indicates an emphasis
in
Health Physics.
The objective of the Idaho State University Health Physics program is to produce
Health Physicists with:
- Fundamental technical knowledge,
- Strong written and verbal communication skills,
- Well developed professional judgment with the capability to
think critically,
- Capability for solving applied health physics problems,
- The ability to work independently, and
- A thorough understanding of professional ethics.
The Idaho State University Health Physics program is evaluated by periodically monitoring
a series of programmatic outcomes which are used to indicate the extent
to which our objectives are being accomplished and to provide
information
by which the program may be modified to optimize accomplishing these
objectives.
Students may enter the M.S. program in Health Physics from several
undergraduate majors including: health physics, physics, chemistry,
biology and other science or engineering majors. Additional course work
to correct deficiencies may be necessary.
Bachelor of Arts in Physics
The following courses are required in addition to the General Education Requirements for the B.A. degree:
MATH 170 Calculus I 4 cr
MATH 175 Calculus II 4 cr
MATH 275 Calculus III 4 cr
MATH 360 Differential Equations 3 cr
At Least 24 credits of Physics, including:
PHYS 211-212 Engineering Physics 8 cr
OR
PHYS 111-112 General Physics 6 cr
PHYS 213-214 Engineering Physics Laboratory 2 cr
OR
PHYS 113-114 General Physics Laboratory 2 cr
PHYS 301 Modern Physics 3 cr
AND
11-13 credits of electives (depending upon the introductory
sequence) with at least 6 credits of 400-level courses (PHYS 492
cannot be counted toward the latter requirement).
Bachelor of Science in Physics
The following courses are required in addition to the General Education
Requirements for the B.S. Degree:
CHEM 111 General Chemistry I 5 cr
CHEM 112 General Chemistry II 4 cr
CHEM 114 Cations and Anions 1 cr
MATH 170 Calculus I 4 cr
MATH 175 Calculus II 4 cr
MATH 275 Calculus III 4 cr
MATH 360 Differential Equations 3 cr
MATH g421 Advanced Engineering Mathematics I 3 cr
MATH g422 Advanced Engineering Mathematics II 3 cr
PHYS 211-212 Engineering Physics 8 cr
PHYS 213-214 Engineering Physics Laboratory 2 cr
PHYS 301 Modern Physics 3 cr
PHYS 313 Intermediate Laboratory I 2 cr
PHYS g403-g404 Advanced Modern Physics 6 cr
PHYS g406 Advanced Physics Laboratory II 2 cr
PHYS g416 Radiation Detection and Measurement 3 cr
PHYS g421-g422 Electricity and Magnetism 6 cr
PHYS g483 Theoretical Mechanics 4 cr
PHYS g492 Colloquium in Physics 1 cr
Plus 6 additional 400-level PHYS credits
Bachelor of Science in Physics (Health Physics Emphasis)
The following courses are required in addition to the General Education
Requirements for the B.S. degree:
BIOL 101,101L Biology I, and Lab 3 cr
BIOL 202L General Zoology Laboratory 1 cr
BIOL 301 Anatomy and Physiology 4 cr
BIOL 302 Anatomy and Physiology 4 cr
CHEM 102, 103 Introduction to
Organic and Biochemistry, and Lab 4 cr
CHEM 111 General Chemistry I 5 cr
CHEM 112 General Chemistry II 4 cr
C S 181 Computer Science and Programming I 3 cr
ENGL 307 Technical Writing 3 cr
MATH 147 Precalculus 5 cr
PHYS g416 Radiation Detection and Measurement 3 cr
PHYS g431 Radiation Physics I 3 cr
PHYS g432 Radiation Physics II 3 cr
PHYS g433 External Dosimetry 3 cr
PHYS g434 Internal Dosimetry 3 cr
PHYS g455 Topics in Health Physics I 2 cr
PHYS g456 Topics in Health Physics II 2 cr
PHYS 480 Health Physics Capstone 3 cr
PHYS g488 Advanced Radiobiology 3 cr
PHYS g492 Colloquium 2 cr
Bioscience Track
BIOL 209 General Ecology 3 cr
BIOL 315 Introduction to Biometry 3 cr
MATH 160 Applied Calculus 3 cr
PHYS 111 General Physics I 3 cr
PHYS 112 General Physics II 3 cr
PHYS 113,114 General Physics Laboratory 2 cr
Applied Science Track
MATH 350 Statistical Methods 3 cr
MATH 170 Calculus I 4 cr
MATH 175 Calculus II 4 cr
MATH 275 Calculus III 4 cr
PHYS 211,212 Engineering Physics 8 cr
PHYS 213,214 Engineering Physics Laboratory 2 cr
Associate of Science in Physics
Students seeking an Associate of Science degree in Physics must
complete the following:
General Education Goals for the
Bachelor of Science* variable
CHEM 111 General Chemistry I 5 cr
CHEM 112 General Chemistry II 4 cr
MATH 170 Calculus I 4 cr
MATH 175 Calculus II 4 cr
MATH 275 Calculus III 4 cr
PHYS 211,213 Engineering Physics I and Lab 5 cr
PHYS 212,214 Engineering Physics II and Lab 5 cr
Electives to bring total to 64 cr variable
TOTAL: 64 cr
* The number of credits required for the General Education requirements varies depending on the student's performance on proficiency or placement tests in English, foreign languages, and mathematics.
Associate of Science in Physics (Health Physics
Emphasis)
The objective of the Idaho State University program that awards an
Associate of Science in Physics with Emphasis in Health Physics is to
develop an
individual to assume the role of a health physics technician (sometimes
referred to as Radiological Control Technician or RCT) with the
knowledge
in radiological and biological sciences appropriate for this career
option.
That same knowledge serves as the basis for certification by the
National
Registry of Radiation Protection Technologist (NRRPT). Students
completing
this program will develop the fundamental skills important to life-long
learning and advancing within the discipline of Health Physics.
Curriculum
Summer before 1st Year
PHYS 217 RCT Internship I (Optional) 3 cr
Fall 1st Year
BIOL 101 Biology I 3 cr
BIOL 101L Biology I Lab 1 cr
ENGL 101 English Composition 3 cr
MATH 147 Precalculus 5 cr
OR
MATH 143 College Algebra 3 cr
AND
MATH 144 Trigonometry 2 cr
PHYS 218 Fundamentals of
Radiation Protection Physics 3 cr
PSYC 101 Introduction to General Psychology 3 cr
Spring 1st Year
COMM 101 Principles of Speech 2 cr
ECON 100 Economic Issues 3 cr
ENGL 102 Critical Reading and Writing 3 cr
MATH 253 Introduction to Statistics 3 cr
PHYS 226 Radiation Protection I 3 cr
PHYS 300 Medical Electronics 2 cr
GOAL 9 or 10A 3 cr
Summer following 1st Year
PHYS 219 RCT Internship II 3 cr
Fall 2nd Year
CHEM 111 General Chemistry I 5 cr
PHYS 111 General Physics I 3 cr
PHYS 113 General Physics I Laboratory 1 cr
PHYS 225 Radiation Protection Instrumentation 3 cr
PHYS 227 Radiation Protection II 3 cr
Spring 2nd Year
PHYS 112 General Physics II 3 cr
PHYS 114 General Physics II Laboratory 1 cr
CHEM 112 General Chemistry II 4 cr
PHYS 228 Health Physics Regulations 3 cr
PHIL 101 Introduction to Philosophy 3 cr
BIOL 307 Radiobiology 3 cr
Goal 6 or 7 3 cr
Total 77 or 80 cr
Minor in Physics
MATH 170 Calculus I 4 cr
MATH 175 Calculus II 4 cr
MATH 275 Calculus III 4 cr
MATH 360 Differential Equations 3 cr
PHYS 211-212 Engineering Physics 8 cr
PHYS 301 Modern Physics 3 cr
PHYS g403 Advanced Modern Physics 3 cr
IN ADDITION: Physics electives approved
by the department 4 cr
PHYS 100 Essentials of Physics 4 credits. A
survey of basic physics principles; motion, gravitation, electricity
and magnetism, light, atoms and nuclei. Includes lecture,
demonstrations
and elementary problem solving. COREQ: MATH 108 or equivalent. F, S
PHYS 101 Elements of Physics 3 credits.
A survey of basic physics principles; motion, gravitation, electricity
and magnetism, light, atoms and nuclei. Includes lecture,
demonstrations, elementary problem solving. With PHYS
101L, satisfies Goal 5 of the General Education Requirements. PREREQ: permission of the College of Technology. COREQ: MATH 108 or equivalent; PHYS 101L. F, S
PHYS 101L Elements of Physics Laboratory 1
credit. Laboratory-based application of PHYS 101, to demonstrate basic physics
principles; motion, gravitation, electricity and magnetism, light, atoms and
nuclei. With PHYS 101,
Satisfies Goal 5of the General Education Requirements. PREREQ: permission of the College of Technology. COREQ: MATH 108 or equivalent; PHYS 101. F, S
PHYS 103 Tools for Scientists I 1 credit.
Personal computer, Internet and WWW, and HP graphics calculator
applications in
the sciences. Familiarizes students with the capabilities of these
computing tools. Emphasizes problems frequently encountered in science
and engineering courses. F, S
PHYS 111 General Physics I 3 credits. Introductory
physics course for students in scientific and technical fields,
particularly the biological sciences; mechanics, wave motion,
thermodynamics. PREREQ: MATH 143 or MATH 147 or equivalent. F
PHYS 112 General Physics II 3 credits. Introduction
to optics, electricity and magnetism and selected topics from atomic
and nuclear physics. PREREQ: PHYS 111 or equivalent, and MATH 143 or
MATH 147 or equivalent. S
PHYS 113 General Physics I Laboratory 1
credit. Demonstrating principles of physics. COREQ: PHYS 111. F
PHYS 114 General Physics II Laboratory 1
credit. Demonstrating principles of physics. PREREQ: PHYS 113.
COREQ: PHYS 112. S
PHYS 152 Descriptive Astronomy 3 credits.
Survey of the historical and modern observation of the sky. Physical
relationships in the solar system; planets, satellites, comets, etc.,
and theories of the creation of the universe and life in the universe.
With PHYS 153, satisfies Goal 5 of the General Education Requirements.
F, S, Su
PHYS 153 Descriptive Astronomy
Laboratory
1 credit. Use of astronomical equipment, telescopes, cameras, etc.
With PHYS 152, satisfies Goal 5 of the General Education Requirements.
F, S, Su
PHYS 211 Engineering Physics I 4 credits.
Mechanics of particles and rigid bodies; kinetic theory and
thermodynamics; electricity and magnetism; wave motion; optics. COREQ:
MATH 175. F
PHYS 212 Engineering Physics II 4
credits. Mechanics of particles and rigid bodies; kinetic theory
and thermodynamics; electricity and magnetism; wave motion; optics.
PREREQ: PHYS 211. S
PHYS 213 Engineering Physics I Laboratory
1 credit. Principles and methods of physical measurement. COREQ:
PHYS 211. F
PHYS 214 Engineering Physics II
Laboratory 1 credit. Principles and methods of physical
measurement. COREQ: PHYS 212. PREREQ: PHYS 213. S
PHYS 275 Physics of Aviation 3 credits.
Introduction to the physics of flight covering aerodynamics including
the airplane, flight controls, systems and instrumentation. Includes
aviation meteorology and navigation. Satisfies the FAA ground school
requirements for the Private Pilot certificate. D
PHYS 300 Medical Electronics 2 credits. A
lecture-laboratory course covering circuit theory, qualitative theory
of active devices and their applications to instrumentation. Laboratory
work will be done with basic test instruments. Primarily for students
in
the allied health fields. COREQ: PHYS 321. S
PHYS 301 Modern Physics 3 credits. A
one-semester course surveying 20th century physics including elements
of special relativity and quantum mechanics as applied to atoms. A
continuation of the Engineering Physics sequence. PREREQ: PHYS 212;
COREQ: MATH 360. F
PHYS 312 Introduction to Biophysics 4
credits. Survey course designed for pre-medical, pharmacy,
biology, and physical science students covering topics such as the
physics of sensory systems, electromagnetic radiations, and physical
measurement techniques applied to biological problems. PREREQ: CHEM
112, MATH 160 or MATH 170. D
PHYS 313 Intermediate Laboratory I 2
credits. Modern and historical experiments in atomic physics,
nuclear physics, and optics. COREQ: PHYS 301 and MATH 360. F
PHYS 321 Radiologic Physics 2 credits.
Basic physics of xray production and the interaction of xrays with
matter.
Includes topics in medical imaging. Available to juniors in
Radiographic
Science. PREREQ: PHYS 100. S
PHYS 325 Introduction to Weather and
Climate 3 credits. Introduces the principles that govern weather
and climate, including movements of air masses, genesis of storms,
creation of frontal systems. Provides insight into forecasting
techniques and the effects
of weather and climate on people and societies. PREREQ: CHEM 112, PHYS
112 or permission of instructor. F, W
PHYS 400 Practicum in Physical Science 2
credits. Emphasizes design, set-up, equipment, operation, and
administration of physics teaching laboratories, demonstrations and
activities. Introduces pre-designed experiments plus the design and
maintenance of lab equipment. Ideal for Education majors. PREREQ:
Permission of instructor. D
PHYS g403 Advanced Modern Physics I 3
credits. Study of the elementary principles of quantum mechanics
and an introduction
to atomic, solid state and nuclear physics. Quantum mechanics will be
used
as much as possible. PREREQ: MATH 360 or equivalent, and PHYS 301. AF
PHYS g404 Advanced Modern Physics II 3
credits each. Study of the elementary principles of quantum
mechanics and
an introduction to atomic, solid state and nuclear physics. Quantum
mechanics will be used as much as possible. PREREQ: PHYS g403. AS
PHYS g405 Advanced Physics Laboratory I 2
credits. Experiments in radiation detection and measurement,
nuclear spectroscopy including x-ray and gamma spectroscopies, neutron
activation and ion beam methods. Available to Geology, Engineering,
Health Physics, and Physics majors. PREREQ: Permission of instructor. F
PHYS g406 Advanced Physics Laboratory II
2
credits. Senior projects providing a capstone to the physics major
curriculum. Written and oral presentation of the project procedures and
results
are required. PREREQ: PHYS g405. S
PHYS g409 Introductory Nuclear Physics 3
credits. A course in Nuclear Physics with emphasis upon structural
models, radioactivity, nuclear reactions, fission and fusion. PREREQ:
Knowledge
of elementary quantum mechanics and differential equations or
permission
of instructor. AF
PHYS g410 Science in American Society 2
credits. Observational basis of science; technology's historical
influences on
scientific developments; perceptions of science in contemporary
America;
tools/strategies for teaching science. Cross-listed as GEOL g410.
PREREQ:
Junior standing and permission of instructor. AF
PHYS g415 Statistical Physics 3 credits.
Topics covered may include kinetic theory, elementary statistical
mechanics, random motion and the theory of noise. Choice of topics will
depend upon the interest of the students and instructor. PREREQ: PHYS
212 and MATH 360. AS
PHYS g416 Radiation Detection and Measurement 3 credits. Lecture/laboratory course emphasizing
practical measurement techniques in nuclear physics. PREREQ: CHEM 112,
and PHYS 111 and PHYS
113 or PHYS 211 and PHYS 213. S
PHYS g421 Electricity and Magnetism I 3
credits. Intermediate course in fundamental principles of
electrical and
magnetic theory. Free use will be made of vector analysis and
differential
equations. PREREQ: PHYS 212 and MATH 360. AF
PHYS g422 Electricity and Magnetism II
3
credits. Intermediate course in fundamental principles of
electrical
and magnetic theory. Free use will be made of vector analysis and
differential
equations. PREREQ: PHYS g421. AS
PHYS g442 Solid State Physics 3 credits. Introduction
to the field of solid state physics emphasizing the fundamental
concepts. Topics usually covered are crystal structure, x-ray
diffraction, crystal binding energies, free electron theory of solids,
energy bands. PREREQ:
PHYS 302, PHYS g483, and MATH 360 or permission of instructor. AS
PHYS g452 Intermediate Optics 3 credits.
Wave theory, e/m waves, production of light,
measurement of light, reflection, refraction, interference,
diffraction, polarization, optical systems, matrix methods, Jones
vectors, Fourier optics, propagation of e/m waves in materials,
atmospheric optics. PREREQ: PHYS 212. COREQ: MATH 360. AS
PHYS g453 Topics in Astrophysics 2
credits. Applications of upper division physics to astronomy or
cosmology. May
include lab exercise. PREREQ: Permission of instructor. D
PHYS g461 Introduction to Mathematical
Physics I 3 credits. Introduction to the mathematics most commonly
used in
physics with applications to and practice in solving physical problems;
includes vector analysis, ordinary and partial differential equations.
PREREQ:
PHYS 212 and MATH 360. D
PHYS g462 Introduction to Mathematical
Physics II 3 credits. Introduction to the mathematics most
commonly used in physics with applications to and practice in solving
physical problems;
includes vector analysis, ordinary and partial differential equations.
PREREQ: PHYS g461 for PHYS g462. D
PHYS 481 Independent Problems 1-3 credits.
Students are assigned to, or request assignment to, independent
problems on the basis of interest. May be repeated to a maximum of 6
credits. F,
S
PHYS g483 Theoretical Mechanics 4 credits.
Detailed study of the motion of particles, satellites, rigid bodies and
oscillating systems. Develop and apply Lagrangian and Hamiltonian
methods. PREREQ: PHYS 212 and MATH 360. AF
PHYS g492 Colloquium in Physics 1 credit.
Faculty and student lectures in current research topics in physics.
Open to upper division and graduate students in physics. May be
repeated for up to 4 credits. F, S
PHYS g497 Workshop 1-2 credits. Workshops
aimed at the development and improvement of skills. Does not satisfy
requirements for a major or a minor. May be repeated. Graded S/U. D
Health Physics Courses
PHYS 217 RCT Internship I 3 credits.
Structured Internship. An optional experience taken as a class the
summer prior to the start of the program. PREREQ: Acceptance into
the program and
permission of the program director. Su
PHYS 218 Fundamentals of Radiation
Protection Physics 3 credits. Atomic structure, nuclear structure,
fission and fusion, radioactive decay, types of radiation, decay
schemes, decay kinetics, interaction of radiation with matter, inverse
square, attenuation, shielding, sources of radiation, reactors;
accelerators, X-ray machines, units and
terminology. F
PHYS 219 RCT Internship II 3 credits.
Structured Internship. A required class taken the summer
between the first and second years of the program. PREREQ: Acceptance
into the program and permission of the program director. Su
PHYS 225 Radiation Protection
Instrumentation 3 credits. Gas filled detectors: theory of
operation, field applications, calibration and maintenance.
Standard laboratory radiation detection instrumentation including solid
state detectors, liquid scintillation
detectors, scintillators, TLD and film dosimetry, and spectroscopy
techniques.
PREREQ: PHYS 218. F
PHYS 226 Radiation Protection I 3 credits.
Principles of radiation protection; evaluating internal and external
exposures and controls, survey, sampling and inspections, analytical
techniques
and emergency preparedness. PREREQ: PHYS 218. S
PHYS 227 Radiation Protection II 3 credits.
Personnel dosimetry, prescribed dosimetry and radiation equipment,
radiation protection dosimetry, procedures and programs (ALARA),
industrial ventilation, PPE, contamination control, shielding, hazard
evaluation primer on internal dosimetry and bioassay techniques.
PREREQ: PHYS 218. S
PHYS 228 Health Physics Regulations 3
credits. Reviewing 10 CFR 19, 20, 30, 35, 835 and portions of 49
CFR dealing with shipment of Radioactive Materials and acquainting
students with NCRP, NUREG, REG Guides, ICRP, etc. PREREQ: PHYS 218. S
PHYS g411 Accelerator Health Physics 3
credits. Fundamentals of particle accelerator design and
operation. Examination of the potential radiation environment
associated with accelerators and health and safety issues of their
operation. PREREQ: Senior standing in health
physics or permission of instructor. D
PHYS g412 Environmental Health Physics 3
credits. State-of-the-art applied mathematical techniques for
estimating the release, transport, and fate of contaminants in
multi-media environmental pathways (air, ground water, terrestrial).
Both radiological and non-radiological contaminants will be addressed,
with emphasis on radiological contaminants. PREREQ: Permission of
instructor. Se
PHYS g413 Fundamentals of Industrial
Hygiene 3 credits. Overview on the recognition, evaluation, and
control of
hazards arising from physical agents in the occupational environment.
The
exposure consequences associated with agents of major occupational
health
concerns are considered. PREREQ: Permission of instructor. Se
PHYS g416 Radiation Detection and Measurement 3 credits. Lecture/laboratory course emphasizing
practical measurement techniques in nuclear physics. PREREQ: CHEM 112,
and PHYS 111 and PHYS
113, or PHYS 211 and PHYS 213. S
PHYS g417 Industrial Ventilation and
Aerosol Physics 3 credits. This course focuses on two distinct
subject areas: an elaboration on the details of the ACGIH method of
local exhaust-system design, and a study of applied aerosol physics
based upon trajectory analysis. PREREQ: Permission of instructor. Se
PHYS g418 Nonionizing Radiation
Protection
3 credits. Occupational safety and health issues of human exposure
to
nonionizing radiation. Topics include health concerns and safety
strategies
developed for extremely low frequency, microwave, radio-frequency,
ultraviolet,
infrared, laser radiation, and soundwaves. PREREQ: Permission of
instructor.
Se
PHYS g419 Radiological Emergency Planning
3 credits. Radiological emergency planning for facilities ranging
from reactors and other major nuclear facilities to transportation
accidents
and smaller-scale nuclear accidents. Topics include planning,
co-ordination, "exercises", exposure pathways, modeling, measurement,
control, decontamination, and recovery. PREREQ: Permission of
instructor. Se
PHYS g420 Reactor Health Physics 3
credits. Introduction to reactor physics; nuances peculiar to
reactor health physics; reactor designs. Critiques of exposure
pathways, accidents, decommissioning, contamination control, and
emergency planning examine radiation safety
approaches within the nuclear fuel cycle. PREREQ: Permission of
instructor.
Se
PHYS g431 Radiation Physics I 3 credits.
Atomic and nuclear structure, series and differential-equation
descriptions of radioactive decay, physical theory of the interaction
of radiation
with matter suitable for the discipline of Health Physics. PREREQ:
Permission of instructor. F
PHYS g432 Radiation Physics II 3 credits.
Continuation of PHYS g431 considering dosimetric quantities/units,
theory and technology of radiation detection and measurement, and
radiobiology important to an advanced understanding of radiation
protection. PREREQ:
PHYS g431 and permission of instructor. S
PHYS g433 External Dosimetry 3 credits. Lecture
course emphasizing external radiation protection including study of
point kernel techniques, monte carlo modeling, and NCRP-49 methods.
Also discussed are external dosimetry measurement techniques. PREREQ:
PHYS g432 or permission of instructor. F
PHYS g434 Internal Dosimetry 3 credits. A
lecture course emphasizing internal radiation protection including
studies of ICRP2, ICRP26&30, ICRP60&66, and MIRD methods of
internal dosimetry. PREREQ: PHYS g433 or permission of instructor. S
PHYS g455 Topics in Health Physics I 2
credits. A lecture/seminar course covering special topics in
Health Physics such as state and federal regulations, waste disposal
methodology, and emergency procedures. PREREQ: PHYS g432 or permission
of instructor. F
PHYS g456 Topics in Health Physics II 2
credits. A continuation of PHYS g455. A lecture/seminar course
covering special topics in Health Physics such as state and federal
regulations, waste disposal methodology, and emergency procedures.
PREREQ: PHYS g432 or permission
of instructor. S
PHYS 480 Health Physics Capstone Course 3
credits. Senior project involving development of an abstract,
report, poster and oral presentation with synthesis of the many aspects
of the undergraduate Health Physics education into a unified focused
endpoint. PREREQ: Permission of instructor. S
PHYS g488 Advanced Radiobiology 3 credits.
An advanced-level class covering aspects of molecular radiobiology,
teratogenesis, oncogenesis, and acute radiation illnesses. It
also considers nonstochastic radiation effects and the
epidemiology of radiation exposures. Cross-listed as BIOL
g488. PREREQ: Permission of instructor. S
PHYS g490 ABHP Review 3 credits. May
be repeated. A course for practicing professionals aimed at the
development and improvement of skills. May not be applied to
undergraduate or graduate degrees. May be graded S/U. S
