Radioanalytical Chemistry and Applications of Nuclear Techniques
| Title | ΡΑΔΙΟ-ΑΝΑΛΥΤΙΚΗ ΧΗΜΕΙΑ ΚΑΙ ΕΦΑΡΜΟΓΕΣ ΠΥΡΗΝΙΚΗΣ ΧΗΜΕΙΑΣ / Radioanalytical Chemistry and Applications of Nuclear Techniques |
| Code | Κ316 |
| Faculty | Sciences |
| School | Chemistry |
| Cycle / Level | 1st / Undergraduate, 3rd / Doctorate |
| Teaching Period | Winter |
| Common | Yes |
| Status | Active |
| Course ID | 600015209 |
Programme of Study: PPS-Tmīma CΗīmeías (2016-sīmera)
Registered students: 23
| Orientation | Attendance Type | Semester | Year | ECTS |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| THEŌRĪTIKĪ CΗĪMEIA KAI CΗĪMIKĪ EKPAIDEUSĪ | Optional Courses | 7 | 4 | 5 |
| CΗĪMIKĪ ANALYSĪ-PERIVALLON-ĪLEKTROCΗĪMEIA | Optional Courses | 7 | 4 | 5 |
| CΗĪMIKĪ SYNTHESĪ-VIOCΗĪMEIA KAI VIOEFARMOGES | Elective Course belonging to the selected specialization (Elective Specialization Course) | 7 | 4 | 5 |
| CΗĪMIKĪ TECΗNOLOGIA KAI VIOMĪCΗANIKĪ CΗĪMEIA | Optional Courses | 7 | 4 | 5 |
| Academic Year | 2022 – 2023 |
| Class Period | Winter |
| Faculty Instructors |
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| Weekly Hours | 4 |
| Class ID | 600209218
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Course Type 2011-2015
Specific Foundation / Core
Mode of Delivery
- Face to face
- Distance learning
Digital Course Content
- e-Study Guide https://qa.auth.gr/en/class/1/600209218
- eLearning:
- eLearning (Moodle):
Erasmus
The course is also offered to exchange programme students.
Language of Instruction
- Greek (Instruction, Examination)
- English (Instruction, Examination)
Learning Outcomes
Knowledge of the principles of Radiochemistry- Nuclear Chemistry
Knowledge of the experimental set up of Radiochemistry- Nuclear Chemistry
Practice in radiation measurements and analysis of the results
Knowledge of the principles techniques and applications of Radiochemistry-Nuclear Chemistry
General Competences
- Apply knowledge in practice
- Retrieve, analyse and synthesise data and information, with the use of necessary technologies
- Work in teams
- Work in an interdisciplinary team
- Advance free, creative and causative thinking
Course Content (Syllabus)
Principles of radiochemistry. Radioactivity. Radioactive decay, α., β. and γ.decay. Radioactive equilibrium. Interaction of the nuclear radiation with the matter. The measurement of the nuclear radiation. Nuclear reactions.
Natural radioactivity. Radioactive elements in the environment. Uranium and applications. Methods for determination of radioactive elements. Nuclear wastes treatment.
Radiochemical and nuclear methods of analysis (radioanalytical chemistry). Neutron activation analysis, x-rays fluorescence. Radioactive tracers. Radioactive dating methods. Production of radioisotopes-Radiopharmacy. Application of radioisotopes and radiations in the chemistry, medicine, biology and technology. The biological effects of the nuclear radiation and radioprotection.
Laboratory : Detection and measurement of nuclear radiation, measurement statistics, dead- time determination, absorption of nuclear radiation by the matter, alpha- and gamma-ray spectroscopy, natural radioactivity, determination of uranium and thorium. XRF, NAA, kinetics study by radiotracers
Keywords
radiochemistry, radioactivity, radionuclides
Educational Material Types
- Notes
- Book
Use of Information and Communication Technologies
Use of ICT
- Use of ICT in Course Teaching
- Use of ICT in Laboratory Teaching
- Use of ICT in Communication with Students
- Use of ICT in Student Assessment
Course Organization
| Activities | Workload | ECTS | Individual | Teamwork | Erasmus |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lectures | 45 | 1.8 | |||
| Laboratory Work | 45 | 1.8 | ✓ | ||
| Written assigments | 20 | 0.8 | |||
| Exams | 15 | 0.6 | |||
| Total | 125 | 5 |
Student Assessment
Student Assessment methods
- Written Exam with Multiple Choice Questions (Summative)
- Written Exam with Short Answer Questions (Summative)
- Written Exam with Extended Answer Questions (Formative)
- Written Assignment (Formative)
- Written Exam with Problem Solving (Formative)
- Labortatory Assignment (Summative)
Bibliography
Course Bibliography (Eudoxus)
Ραδιοχημεία & Πυρηνική χημεία, βασικές αρχές και εφαρμογές, Π. Μισαηλίδης-Φ. Νόλη
Additional bibliography for study
ξένη βιβλιογραφία, δημοσιεύσεις
Last Update
07-12-2020
