| Title: |
SCI 270, Nuclear Science |
| Institution: |
University of Waterloo, Canada |
Level: |
Degree. |
Description: |
| A non-mathematical general treatment of the following areas of nuclear science: historical development and discovery of new fundamental particles; artificial transmutation of elements; nuclear sources of energy; biological effects of radiation and use of radioisotopes in industry, medicine and agriculture; problems associated with nuclear waste. |
Assessment may include:
Assignments, examinations. |
|
Entry requirements: |
| Ontario Grade 13 high school chemistry or physics and mathematics, or equivalent. |
Programmes in which this course may be included: |
| Bachelor of Science. |
Languages: |
English |
Media and methods employed:
Printed text, tutorial support. |
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Administrative information: |
| This is a 0.5 credit course to be completed in one term (13 weeks). Total of 12-15 hours of study are required per week. |
Classification: |
070430 PHYSICS
|
| Date: |
18 March 1999 bb
Source: 1998-99 Distance Education Calendar
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