Accelerators and their applications in diverse fields will be described along with the generic features of accelerator technology. This course discusses the design, operation and applications of particle accelerators.

The course will cover:

• Electrostatic and linear accelerators
• Cyclotrons
• Synchrotrons
• Particular emphasis will be placed on the use of accelerators for mass spectrometry (AMS)
• Emerging applications such as nuclear waste transmutation and accelerator driven energy systems will be discussed.

Learning Outcomes

Upon successful completion, students will have the knowledge and skills to:

1. Evaluate the technical issues associated with existing and emerging accelerator-based applications, in particular in the fields of security and safeguards.
2. Evaluate which accelerator is appropriate for a particular application.
3. Obtain an appreciation of the operation of an electrostatic accelerator and its associated ion source and beam transport system.

Research-Led Teaching

• Nuclear Physics
• Atomic And Molecular Physics
• Electronic And Magnetic Properties Of Condensed Matter; Superconductivity

Recommended Resources

J. Lilley, Nuclear Physics, Wiley (2001) / K. Krane, Introductory Nuclear Physics, Wiley (1987) 

Recommended student system requirements 

ANU courses commonly use a number of online resources and activities including:

• video material, similar to YouTube, for lectures and other instruction
• two-way video conferencing for interactive learning
• email and other messaging tools for communication
• interactive web apps for formative and collaborative activities
• print and photo/scan for handwritten work
• home-based assessment.

To fully participate in ANU learning, students need:

• A computer or laptop. Mobile devices may work well but in some situations a computer/laptop may be more appropriate.
• Webcam
• Speakers and a microphone (e.g. headset)
• Reliable, stable internet connection. Broadband recommended. If using a mobile network or wi-fi then check performance is adequate.
• Suitable location with minimal interruptions and adequate privacy for classes and assessments.
• Printing, and photo/scanning equipment

For more information please see https://www.anu.edu.au/students/systems/recommended-student-system-requirements

Staff Feedback

Students will be given feedback in the following forms in this course:

• written comments
• verbal comments
• feedback to whole class, groups, individuals, focus group etc

Student Feedback

ANU is committed to the demonstration of educational excellence and regularly seeks feedback from students. Students are encouraged to offer feedback directly to their Course Convener or through their College and Course representatives (if applicable). The feedback given in these surveys is anonymous and provides the Colleges, University Education Committee and Academic Board with opportunities to recognise excellent teaching, and opportunities for improvement. The Surveys and Evaluation website provides more information on student surveys at ANU and reports on the feedback provided on ANU courses.

Class Schedule

Week/Session	Summary of Activities	Assessment
1	6-8 lectures and 2-3 tutorials (depending on remote student requirements) to be given in April/ Early May on : Accelerator types, basic principles of operation; Ion sources; Ion optics; Ionisation detectors; Radiation safety; Vacuum systems; Accelerators in medicine; Accelerator Mass Spectrometry applications. Lecture material can be made available eariler (in March) if required.	Assignments, Competency in Tutorials
2	Laboratory components: Operation of the 14UD accelerator, ion production and injection, charge state measurements; Introduction and operation of selected vacuum pump types and systems	Laboratory reports

Assessment Summary

Assessment task	Value	Learning Outcomes
Assignments	40 %	1,2,3
Laboratory reports	30 %	3
Tutorial and Laboratory work competency	30 %	1,2,3

* If the Due Date and Return of Assessment date are blank, see the Assessment Tab for specific Assessment Task details

Policies

ANU has educational policies, procedures and guidelines, which are designed to ensure that staff and students are aware of the University’s academic standards, and implement them. Students are expected to have read the Academic Misconduct Rule before the commencement of their course. Other key policies and guidelines include:

• Student Assessment (Coursework) Policy and Procedure
• Special Assessment Consideration Policy and General Information 
• Student Surveys and Evaluations
• Deferred Examinations
• Student Complaint Resolution Policy and Procedure

Assessment Requirements

The ANU is using Turnitin to enhance student citation and referencing techniques, and to assess assignment submissions as a component of the University's approach to managing Academic Integrity. For additional information regarding Turnitin please visit the ANU Online website. In rare cases where online submission using Turnitin software is not technically possible; or where not using Turnitin software has been justified by the Course Convener and approved by the Associate Dean (Education) on the basis of the teaching model being employed; students shall submit assessment online via ‘Wattle’ outside of Turnitin, or failing that in hard copy, or through a combination of submission methods as approved by the Associate Dean (Education). The submission method is detailed below.

Moderation of Assessment

Marks that are allocated during Semester are to be considered provisional until formalised by the College examiners meeting at the end of each Semester. If appropriate, some moderation of marks might be applied prior to final results being released.

Participation

15 lectures and 20 hours laboratory work. Lecture material will be provided electronically, with tutorial sessions allocated to allow discussion of lecture material via zoom.

Intensive laboratory component at the ANU Heavy-Ion facility- further details are provided in the tasks section.

Examination(s)

Please refer to the ANU Examinations timetable for Exam scheduling.

Assessment Task 1

Assignments

Assignments on aspects of accelerator uses, accelerator facilities and the benefits of modern accelerators to society.

It is planned that Assignment 1 is to be submitted 30 April 2021, Assignment 2 is to be submitted 15 May 2021. Depending on student availability minor changes to these dates may be possible. It is intended that the marked assignments will be returned within 2 weeks after submission. Further details can be found on the Course Wattle site.

Assessment Task 2

Laboratory reports

There is 1 report due within 24 hours of of completion of the intensive laboratory session. It is intended that the marked report will be returned within 1 week after submission. The date range for this task comprises the start of the semester and the last day of the teaching period. Owing to operational constraints it is likely that the laboratory session will not occur until late in April: we are unable to give a firm date at present. Further details can be found on the Course Wattle site.

Assessment Task 3

Tutorial and Laboratory work competency

Assessment on engagement as well as competency in tutorial and laboratory work. 

Student assessment is based on approach and logic of answers to tutorial questions (both oral and as provided on the list(s) of tutorial problems), development of possible solutions to problems and understanding of the interaction between accelerator components, and the use of physics concepts to produce and optimise ion beams from the accelerator. Remote students will be expected to participate via zoom during the one day accelerator lab intensive (lab times will be scheduled to be as reasonable as possible for all participants, and consequently may fall outside normal working hours in Australia - e.g. they may be early in the morning or late in the evening for remote students, depending on the country where they are based).

The lab report will be expected to document activities undertaken, results and the conditions under which they were collected, and interpretation of the results. It should be constructed along the lines of a scientific paper to be submitted for publication. An appendix to the report is to include answers to the questions provided in the laboratory notes (for both remote and on-site students).

Students are expected to contribute on an on-going basis throughout the semester.

Academic Integrity

Academic integrity is a core part of the ANU culture as a community of scholars. At its heart, academic integrity is about behaving ethically, committing to honest and responsible scholarly practice and upholding these values with respect and fairness.

The ANU commits to assisting all members of our community to understand how to engage in academic work in ways that are consistent with, and actively support academic integrity. The ANU expects staff and students to be familiar with the academic integrity principle and Academic Misconduct Rule, uphold high standards of academic integrity and act ethically and honestly, to ensure the quality and value of the qualification that you will graduate with.

The Academic Misconduct Rule is in place to promote academic integrity and manage academic misconduct. Very minor breaches of the academic integrity principle may result in a reduction of marks of up to 10% of the total marks available for the assessment. The ANU offers a number of online and in person services to assist students with their assignments, examinations, and other learning activities. Visit the Academic Skills website for more information about academic integrity, your responsibilities and for assistance with your assignments, writing skills and study.

Online Submission

You will be required to electronically sign a declaration as part of the submission of your assignment. Please keep a copy of the assignment for your records. Unless an exemption has been approved by the Associate Dean (Education) submission must be through Turnitin.

Hardcopy Submission

For some forms of assessment (hand written assignments, art works, laboratory notes, etc.) hard copy submission is appropriate when approved by the Associate Dean (Education). Hard copy submissions must utilise the Assignment Cover Sheet. Please keep a copy of tasks completed for your records.

Late Submission

Individual assessment tasks may or may not allow for late submission. Policy regarding late submission is detailed below:

• Late submission permitted. Late submission of assessment tasks without an extension are penalised at the rate of 5% of the possible marks available per working day or part thereof. Late submission of assessment tasks is not accepted after 10 working days after the due date, or on or after the date specified in the course outline for the return of the assessment item. Late submission is not accepted for take-home examinations.

Referencing Requirements

Accepted academic practice for referencing sources that you use in presentations can be found via the links on the Wattle site, under the file named “ANU and College Policies, Program Information, Student Support Services and Assessment”. Alternatively, you can seek help through the Students Learning Development website.

Returning Assignments

Assignments will be returned via email

Extensions and Penalties

Extensions and late submission of assessment pieces are covered by the Student Assessment (Coursework) Policy and Procedure. Extensions may be granted for assessment pieces that are not examinations or take-home examinations. If you need an extension, you must request an extension in writing on or before the due date. If you have documented and appropriate medical evidence that demonstrates you were not able to request an extension on or before the due date, you may be able to request it after the due date.

Resubmission of Assignments

Re-submission of assignments is not permitted.

Privacy Notice

The ANU has made a number of third party, online, databases available for students to use. Use of each online database is conditional on student end users first agreeing to the database licensor’s terms of service and/or privacy policy. Students should read these carefully. In some cases student end users will be required to register an account with the database licensor and submit personal information, including their: first name; last name; ANU email address; and other information.
In cases where student end users are asked to submit ‘content’ to a database, such as an assignment or short answers, the database licensor may only use the student’s ‘content’ in accordance with the terms of service – including any (copyright) licence the student grants to the database licensor. Any personal information or content a student submits may be stored by the licensor, potentially offshore, and will be used to process the database service in accordance with the licensors terms of service and/or privacy policy.
If any student chooses not to agree to the database licensor’s terms of service or privacy policy, the student will not be able to access and use the database. In these circumstances students should contact their lecturer to enquire about alternative arrangements that are available.

Distribution of grades policy

Academic Quality Assurance Committee monitors the performance of students, including attrition, further study and employment rates and grade distribution, and College reports on quality assurance processes for assessment activities, including alignment with national and international disciplinary and interdisciplinary standards, as well as qualification type learning outcomes.

Since first semester 1994, ANU uses a grading scale for all courses. This grading scale is used by all academic areas of the University.

Support for students

The University offers students support through several different services. You may contact the services listed below directly or seek advice from your Course Convener, Student Administrators, or your College and Course representatives (if applicable).

• ANU Health, safety & wellbeing for medical services, counselling, mental health and spiritual support
• ANU Diversity and inclusion for students with a disability or ongoing or chronic illness
• ANU Dean of Students for confidential, impartial advice and help to resolve problems between students and the academic or administrative areas of the University
• ANU Academic Skills and Learning Centre supports you make your own decisions about how you learn and manage your workload.
• ANU Counselling Centre promotes, supports and enhances mental health and wellbeing within the University student community.
• ANUSA supports and represents undergraduate and ANU College students
• PARSA supports and represents postgraduate and research students