Institution : Majmaa'h University Academic Department : Physics Programme : Bachelor of Science in Physics Course : Neutron Physics and Reactors (PHYS485) Course Coordinator : Elassaad Jemii Programme Coordinator Head of Department Course Specification Approved Date : 27/ 5 / 1435 H
A. Course Identification and General Information 1 - Course title : Neutron Physics and Reactors Course Code: PHYS 485 2. Credit hours : 2(2+0+0) 3 - Program(s) in which the course is offered: Bachelor of Science 4 Course Language : English 5 - Name of faculty member responsible for the course Dr. Elassaad Jemii. 6 - Level/year at which this course is offered : : Elective 7 - Pre-requisites for this course (if any) : Nuclear Physics I PHYS 481 8 - Co-requisites for this course (if any) : NIL 9 - Location if not on main campus : (Zulfi College of Science Al-Zulf) 10 - Mode of Instruction (mark all that apply) A - Traditional classroom x What percentage? 80 % B - Blended (traditional and online) x What percentage? 20 % C - e-learning What percentage? D - Correspondence What percentage? E- Other x What percentage? 20 % B Objectives What is the main purpose for this course? The course describes the properties of neutron physics and reactors. By the end of this course, students are expected to lean about: Neutron reactions: cross-sections, attenuation, reaction rate, fission cross-section. Nuclear fission, fission yield, Energy distribution among fission neutrons and fragments, regeneration factor. Thermal neutrons: energy distribution, effective cross section, moderation, average energy loss, Average energy logarithmic decrement, SDP,MR and resonance escape probability. The Nuclear chain reaction: neutron cycle, thermal utilization factor and calculating the four factors formula, Neutron Physics, Neutron Interactions, Neutron Diffusion and Moderation, Spatial Diffusion of Neutrons, One-Group Reactor Equation, The Slab Reactor, Other Reactor Shapes, Nuclear reactors and nuclear power, The Fission Chain Reaction, Nuclear Reactor Fuels, Components of Nuclear Reactors, Control Rods and Chemical Shim, Heat Transfer to Coolants, Boiling Heat Transfer and Thennal Design of a Reactor.equations of Boundary value problem. Briefly describe any plans for developing and improving the course that are being implemented : Page 2 Of 7
1. Desire for continuous and independent learning. 2. Awareness of career opportunities in physics. 3. Increased use of IT and web based reference material. 4. Changes in content as a result of new research in the field. 5. Adapting the contents to the level of the students and the number registered in the section. C. Course Description 1. Topics to be Covered (The credit point is equal 25-30 hours ) List of Topics Neutron properties, Neutrons sources, classification of neutrons, Interaction of neutron with atomic nucleus, Absorption of neutrons, attenuation. No. of Contact Weeks Hours 3 6 First Exam. - 2 4 8 Nuclear fission, fission yield, Energy distribution among fission neutrons and fragments, energy released, fission cross section. Nuclear chaine reaction. Thermal neutrons: energy distribution, moderation, average energy loss, Average energy logarithmic decrement, SDP, MR and resonance escape probability. 4 8 Second Exam - 2 Nuclear reactors and nuclear power, Heat Removal from nuclear reactors 4 8 Final exam - 2 total 15 30 2. Course components (total contact hours and credits per semester): Lecture Tutorial Laboratory Practical Other: Total Contact Hours Credit 45 45 3 3 Page 3 Of 7
3. Additional private study/learning hours expected for students per week. 3 4. Course Learning Outcomes in NQF Domains of Learning and Alignment with Assessment Methods and Teaching Strategy 1.0 Knowledge NQF Learning Domains And Course Learning Outcomes Course Teaching Strategies 1.1 List the neutron sources and basic properties of neutrons Solving 1.2 Define the fission, the thermal neutrons and chain problems and reaction, nuclear reactor. examples. 1.3 Types and Composition of nuclear reactor Outlining important applications and significance of topics covered Course Assessment Methods Homework. Group Discussion Presentation Discuss the criticality of the reactor 2.0 Cognitive Skills 2.1 Learn and recognize the neutron reaction with matter, the neutron scattering and the fissionable reaction. 2.2 Compute the average logarithmic energy, the slowing down power and moderation ratio. Outlining important applications and significance of topics covered. Problem solving. Class discussion. Project presentation 3.0 Interpersonal Skills & Responsibility 3.1 Justify to complete assignments in due time. Take attendance 3.2 Analyze participations in class discussion and think critically. Class discussions Quizzes. Respect deadlines.. Page 4 Of 7
NQF Learning Domains And Course Learning Outcomes Course Teaching Strategies Course Assessment Methods 4.0 Communication, Information Technology, Numerical 4.1 Students will be able to communicate with teacher, ask questions, solve problems, and use computers. 5.0 Psychomotor Exercises Problem solving Oral quizzes Essay questions Make some part of course grade on these things 1 First exam* 2 Second exam* Assessment task Week Due Proportion of Total Assessment 6 20% 12 20% 3 Presentation 4 Homework One/ semester Every week 20% 5 Final exam 15 40% 6 Total - 100% D. Student Academic Counseling and Support Arrangements for availability of faculty and teaching staff for individual student consultations and academic advice. (include amount of time teaching staff are expected to be available each week) Four office hours per week E. Learning Resources 1. List Required Textbooks Nuclear Reactor Kinetics and Plant Control; Yoshiaki Oka and Katsuo Suzuki; 2013; Springer; ISBN: 4431541942 Page 5 Of 7
2. List Essential References Materials : 1) Introduction to Nuclear Reactor Theory; John R. Lamars;1 st Ed. (1966); Addison-Wesley ISBN: 0201041200. 2) Introductory Nuclear Physics; K.S. Krane; 3rd Ed. (1987), Wiley; ISBN: 047180553X Fundamentals of Nuclear Reactor Physics; Elmer E. Lewis; 1 st (2008); Academic Press; ISBN: 0123706319 3. List Recommended Textbooks and Reference Material : Introduction to Nuclear Engineering; J. Lamarsh and A. Baratta;3 rd Ed. (2001);Prentice Hall; ISBN: 0201824981. 4. Other learning material : Mathematica Program is used to solve deferential equations, integrals. F. Facilities Required 1. Accommodation (Classrooms, laboratories, demonstration rooms/labs, etc.) Lecture room, smart board to write on and computer.) 2. Computing resources (AV, data show, Smart Board, software, etc.) Computer Lab. 3. Other resources (specify, e.g. if specific laboratory equipment is required, list requirements or attach list): Library, Seminar Room and Wi-Fi internet connections. G Course Evaluation and Improvement Processes 1 Strategies for Obtaining Student Feedback on Effectiveness of Teaching: Student evaluation electronically is organized by the University. 2 Other Strategies for Evaluation of Teaching by the Program/Department Instructor : There is a department committee. 3 Processes for Improvement of Teaching : Course report. Program report. Training Courses 4. Processes for Verifying Standards of Student Achievement Efficiency of course will be reflected on the results of the class, which may be reviewed by members of the teaching staff in addition to other duties such as discussing ideas and ways of teaching and learning. The course should be developed periodically to ensure that it contains the latest developments in the field of study. Development could be put as an objective in the report of the course to be achieved each semester. 5 Describe the planning arrangements for periodically reviewing course Page 6 Of 7
effectiveness and planning for improvement : Course Evaluation. Exam Evaluation. Improvement plan.. Course Specification Approved Department Official Meeting No ( 13 ) Date 27 / 5 / 1435 H Course s Coordinator Department Head Name : Elassaad Jemii Name : Thamer Alharbi Signature :... Signature :... Date : 27 / 5 / 1435 H Date : 27 / 5 / 1435 H Page 7 Of 7