Astroparticle physics
Physics and astrophysics first cycle
Objectives and competences
Students acquire knowledge about astrophysical phenomena related to cosmic rays and about methods of detecting and measuring cosmic rays. The acquired knowledge is sufficient for further in-depth study of astrophysical phenomena and involvement in either theoretical or experimental research work.
Prerequisites
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Content
- Historical introduction
- Cosmic rays and development of particle physics
- Energy spectrum
- Sources of cosmic rays
- Acceleration mechanisms
- Propagation on cosmic distances
- Primary cosmic rays
- Secondary cosmic rays
- Dark matter
- Detection of cosmic rays
- Overview of cosmic ray experiments
Intended learning outcomes
With the acquired knowledge and understanding of the processes of creation, propagation and detection of cosmic rays, students will be able to continue their studies of astrophysics at the II and III levels. They will be able to apply the acquired experimental knowledge in a number of fields such as measurement techniques, computer science, etc.
Readings
• A. De Angelis, M.J.M. Pimenta: Introduction to Particle and Astroparticle Physics, Springer, 2015 Catalogue
• M. Spurio: Particles and Astrphysics, Springer, 2015
• C. Grupen: Astroparticle physics, Springer, 2005 Catalogue E-version
Assessment
- homework assignments
- exam