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Fundamentals of Particle Physics

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1.5-3 hours
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Gain insight into studying particles, matter and radiation with this free online course on Alison.com. Are you studying for an exam on nuclear physics? Or are you just curious as to what constitutes the inside of an atom? This online course on the fundamentals of particle physics (or high energy physics) will guide you through the rudiments of matter, particles and their interaction. In addition, this course explores the composition of elementary particles to the theories of radiation. So register and learn today!

Course Details

CollegeAlison
Course ID195494
Course TypeOnline Learning
Course QualificationCPD Certificate
Course Duration1.5-3 hours
Course FeeFree
Entry RequirementsLike all courses on the Alison Free Learning platform this is a free, CPD-accredited course. A Graduate can choose to buy a certificate or diploma upon successful completion of a course, but this is not required or necessary.

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Career PathWhat You Will Learn In This Free Course
• Explain the basics of elementary particles, their interactions and the various types of atomic models
• Identify the various types of elementary particles and their unique characteristics
• Examine the concept of the nucleus and the different nuclear models
• Describe the mechanism of nuclear reactions and radioactivity along with their types
• Analyse what particle accelerators are along with their major types and functions
• Discuss the kinds of radiation detectors, their uses and their working mechanisms in nuclear technology
• Explain the standard model theory and how different particles interact with one another to form a single structure
Course Code4937

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