Introduction to detection of charged particles, photons and neutrons. Emphasis on active detector techniques: ionization detectors, scintillators and semiconductors; some passive methods mentioned. Quick review of radiation interaction with matter, followed by general detector characteristics, practical measurement techniques, signal processing and brief overview of radiation protection.

Prerequisites

Core courses in graduate physics program.

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