Nuclear physics in environmental research Field of study: Environmental Protection
Programme code: W2-S1OS19.2023

Module name: Nuclear physics in environmental research
Module code: 1OS_23_64
Programme code: W2-S1OS19.2023
Semester:
  • winter semester 2026/2027
  • winter semester 2025/2026
Language of instruction: depending on the choice
Form of verification: course work
ECTS credits: 2
Purpose and description of the content of education:
In the lectures, the student is introduced to the following topics: Key facts in the development of nuclear physics. The current state of nuclear physics. Properties of nuclei. Nuclear forces. Nuclear reactions. Models of the atomic nucleus. Natural radioactive sources. Radioactive series. Radioactive transformations. Law of radioactive decay, activity, radiation doses. Radiation doses. Radiation protection. Methods of determining the activity concentration of natural and artificial radioactive elements in nature. Human activities lead to changes in the environment's concentration of natural and artificial radioactive isotopes. Application of ionising radiation in various fields of human activity. As part of the student's work: based on lecture notes and supplementary literature, strives to consolidate the acquired knowledge, using available sources, seeks and collects information on environmental radioactivity.
List of modules that must be completed before starting this module (if necessary): not applicable
Learning outcome of the module Codes of the learning outcomes of the programme to which the learning outcome of the module is related [level of competence: scale 1-5]
is ready to deepen his knowledge of natural radioactivity in the environment; [K_01]
 1OS_K03 [3/5] 1OS_K04 [4/5]
learns independently designated issues and demonstrates the ability to make correct inferences from information from a variety of sources; based on source data, analyses, synthesises, summarises, critically evaluates information and draws valid conclusions [U_01]
 1OS_U01 [3/5] 1OS_U02 [4/5] 1OS_U08 [5/5]
knows the physical, chemical, biological and geological phenomena occurring in nature; lists the basic conceptual and terminological categories of natural radioactivity in the environment; knows the basic techniques and methods for the analysis of natural radioactivity in the atmosphere; [W_01]
 1OS_W01 [5/5] 1OS_W02 [4/5] 1OS_W05 [3/5] 1OS_W06 [5/5]
Form of teaching Number of hours Methods of conducting classes Assessment of the learning outcomes Learning outcomes
lecture [01] 30 Problem-based lecture [b01] 
Activating method – discussion / debate [b04]  		course work K_01 U_01 W_01
The student's work, apart from participation in classes, includes in particular:
Name Category Description
Search for materials and review activities necessary for class participation [a01] Preparation for classes
reviewing literature, documentation, tools and materials as well as the specifics of the syllabus and the range of activities indicated in it as required for full participation in classes
Literature reading / analysis of source materials [a02] Preparation for classes
reading the literature indicated in the syllabus; reviewing, organizing, analyzing and selecting source materials to be used in class
Developing practical skills [a03] Preparation for classes
activities involving the repetition, refinement and consolidation of practical skills, including those developed during previous classes or new skills necessary for the implementation of subsequent elements of the curriculum (as preparation for class participation)
Consulting materials complementary to those indicated in the syllabus [a04] Preparation for classes
agreeing on materials complementary to those indicated in the syllabus, supporting the implementation of tasks resulting from or necessary for class participation
Getting acquainted with the syllabus content [b01] Consulting the curriculum and the organization of classes
reading through the syllabus and getting acquainted with its content
Verification / adjustment / discussion of syllabus provisions [b02] Consulting the curriculum and the organization of classes
consulting the content of the syllabus, possibly in the presence of the year tutor or members of the class group, and, if necessary, reassessing the provisions concerning special conditions for class participation, e.g., space and time requirements, technical and other requirements, including conditions for participation in classes outside the walls of the university, classes organized in blocks, organized online, etc.
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