402-0713-00L  Astro-Particle Physics I

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Abstract	This lecture gives an overview of the present research in the field of Astro-Particle Physics, including the different experimental techniques. In the first semester, main topics are the charged cosmic rays including the antimatter problem. The second semester focuses on the neutral components of the cosmic rays as well as on some aspects of Dark Matter.
Learning objective	Successful students know: - experimental methods to measure cosmic ray particles over full energy range - current knowledge about the composition of cosmic ray - possible cosmic acceleration mechanisms - correlation between astronomical object classes and cosmic accelerators - information about our galaxy and cosmology gained from observations of cosmic ray
Content	First semester (Astro-Particle Physics I): - definition of 'Astro-Particle Physics' - important historical experiments - chemical composition of the cosmic rays - direct observations of cosmic rays - indirect observations of cosmic rays - 'extended air showers' and 'cosmic muons' - 'knee' and 'ankle' in the energy spectrum - the 'anti-matter problem' and the Big Bang - 'cosmic accelerators'
Lecture notes	See lecture home page: http://ihp-lx2.ethz.ch/AstroTeilchen/
Literature	See lecture home page: http://ihp-lx2.ethz.ch/AstroTeilchen/
Competencies	Subject-specific Competencies Concepts and Theories assessed Techniques and Technologies assessed Method-specific Competencies Analytical Competencies assessed Media and Digital Technologies fostered Problem-solving assessed Social Competencies Communication fostered Cooperation and Teamwork fostered Personal Competencies Adaptability and Flexibility fostered Creative Thinking fostered Critical Thinking assessed Integrity and Work Ethics fostered Self-awareness and Self-reflection fostered Self-direction and Self-management fostered

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Performance assessment as a semester course
ECTS credits	6 credits
Examiners	A. Biland
Type	session examination
Language of examination	English
Repetition	The performance assessment is offered every session. Repetition possible without re-enrolling for the course unit.
Mode of examination	oral 20 minutes
This information can be updated until the beginning of the semester; information on the examination timetable is binding.

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Programme	Section	Type
High-Energy Physics (Joint Master with IP Paris)	Optional Subjects in Physics	W
Physics Bachelor	Selection of Higher Semester Courses	W
Physics Master	Selection: Astrophysics	W