Applied Nuclear Physics OpenCourseWare: A Free Undergraduate Nuclear Physics Course by MIT
Basic concepts of nuclear physics are focused on in 'Introduction to Applied Nuclear Physics,' a free OpenCourseWare offered by Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT). The original class was a requirement for various physics Bachelor of Science degree programs at MIT.
Introduction to Applied Nuclear Physics: Course Specifics
| Degree Level | Free | Audio | Video | Downloads |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Undergraduate | Yes | No | No | Yes |
| Lectures/Notes | Study Materials | Tests/Quizzes |
|---|---|---|
| No | Yes | No |
Introduction to Applied Nuclear Physics: Course Description
Explore the fundamentals of nuclear physics in, 'Introduction to Applied Nuclear Physics,' a free OpenCourseWare offered through MIT. Taught by Professor Kim Molvig, nuclear structure and radiation interactions with matter are highlighted throughout the course. Fundamentals of quantum mechanics, nuclear decays and structure as well as nuclear reactions and nuclear matter interactions are the three main subject areas covered in this course. Additional topics include nuclear forces, fusion, fission and the nucleus' shell structure. The original MIT class was a requirement for several physics Bachelor of Science degree programs.
This free OpenCourseWare includes course assignments, a brief reading list, downloadable class materials and external links to course resources. To view these assorted class materials, visit the nuclear physics course page.
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