MOL-33236 X-ray Diffraction, 5 cr
Additional information
This course is suitable for post graduate studies, but not recommended as such for Materials Science students. Materials Science students with specific needs in XRD should talk to their superviser and Dr. Hokka for a tailored implementation with better suitability for PhD studies.
Suitable for postgraduate studies
Person responsible
Mikko Hokka
Lessons
Implementation 1: MOL-33236 2015-01
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Requirements
Examination on lectures and literature. Passed exercises.
Learning Outcomes
After completing this course the student knows and understands the basics of X-Ray diffraction. S/he can explain what factors influence the directions of diffracted beams, and s/he understands and can explain quantitatively what factors influence the intensities of the diffracted beams. S/he can describe the basics of most used application techniques, including quantitative and qualitative chemical analysis, texture, residual stress, and small angle x-ray scattering. The student can solve some basic problems typically encountered in material characterization with X-Ray diffraction. The student can also plan tests, analysis, and specimen preparation procedures for solving various simple scientific problems.
Content
| Content | Core content | Complementary knowledge | Specialist knowledge |
| 1. | Bragg's law and its applications. Interaction of XRays with crystalline material. | Calculations of theoretical intensity | |
| 2. | Applications of XRD in materials science; including but not limited to quantitative and qualitative (Rietveld) chemical analysis, texture, stress, and SAXS. | Mathematical analyses of obtained data, such as line profile analysis, crystallize size measurement, and details of the Rietveld analysis. | |
| 3. | Operation and structure of a modern XRD diffractometer | Practical work with a diffractometer | Performing and designing special tests |
Study material
| Type | Name | Author | ISBN | URL | Additional information | Examination material |
| Book | Elements of X-Ray Diffraction, 3rd ed. | B.D.Cullity, S.R. Stock | Available as an Ebook | Yes | ||
| Book | Two Dimensional X-Ray Diffraction | Bob He | Available as an Ebook through library database | Yes | ||
| Other literature | X-Ray Diffraction Lecture Notes | Veli-Tapani Kuokkala | Yes |
Prerequisites
| Course | Mandatory/Advisable | Description |
| MOL-11220 Kideoppi | Mandatory | |
| MOL-11230 Materiaalitieteen tutkimusmenetelmät | Mandatory |
Correspondence of content
There is no equivalence with any other courses